I've reviewed dozens of headphones and these are my 7 go-to tracks for finding the perfect pair

The AKG N9 Hybrid headphones photographed in front of a blue background.

It’s always a good day in the office when new audio gear lands on my desk. Especially when they have a great sound profile and awesome noise cancellation.

I know what I’m listening out for when I press play for the first time. My years with a guitar fixed across my lap, listening out for new chord progressions in the layers of my new favorite song that week have molded me perfectly for this job.