Sony WH-1000XM6

Sony's noise-cancellers only needed subtle upgrades to stay ahead of the pack for this generation - these are the most complete headphones the company has ever delivered.

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£399/go.stuff.tv/XM6

The combination of exceptional comfort, class-leading ANC and versatile sound profiles results in a pair of cans that will adapt to anything you care to throw at them.

For those who spend hours each day immersed in music or media, they're worth every penny.

Bowers & Wilkins Px7 S3

£329 / go.stuff.tv/Px7S3

The latest Px7 over-ears have been significantly redesigned, with a more compact build – the earcups stick out less than before. But the really good news is that the audio experience is nothing short of excellent: the 40mm drivers' enhanced resolution is especially evident in music with a larger lineup of instruments. And the ANC has also been much improved, thanks to an eight-mic array that means external sound is more effectively minimised in various situations.