There have been some big flagship releases of headphones and earbuds in 2024. Bose launched its QuietComfort Ultra headphones, QuietComfort Ultra earbuds, and Ultra Open Earbuds, while Apple debuted the AirPods 4 and the first Sonos headphones finally hit the scene. But what about some of the smaller audio releases, some that you might have missed?
Think: the kinds of headphones and earbuds that deserve big accolades according to an audio editor, yet didn't generate a ton of buzz among the public. As the aforementioned audio editor, I've been lucky enough to test out dozens of products this year, and found that there are some wonderful options out there that are well worth your attention — even if they don't get talked about as much as devices from Sony, Bose, or Apple. In fact, some of the best headphones overall have flown under the radar, so here's my top 7 you should consider trying out.
