TechnicsEAH-A800E-S Wireless Headphones, Over Ear Multipoint Bluetooth Earphones With Noise Cancelling and Microphone, Ergonomic Fit, Up to 50 Hours Playtime, Easy Connection, Folding Design, Silver

Comes set up with a fairly bassy sound signature by default (as you would expect from most general consumer headphones). This can be dialled back in the app via a custom EQ preset, and greatly increases the clarity of the sound. I have upgraded to this from my Sony wh1000-xm3's and it's a huge step up in terms of raw audio quality, with my custom EQ set it can sound pretty neutral and clear which I can't say for most wireless cans I've tried over the years. It comes with an expected set of other presets (which you shouldn't use). My previous set (wh1000-xm3) remained quite muddy and boomy even when dialled back in the Sony app.Whatever your EQ choice may be, it is saved *to* the headset, and *not* purely tied to the app itself - so once you've set your preset as you want, even if your phone is nowhere nearby and you connect to a brand new device, it will sound correct. Again, not something other headphones do for some reason. As such your EQ will also maintain over multiple devices when you use bluetooth multi-point connections.The controls are a bit underwhelming, the touch sensor on the side only allows for switching between or disabling the noise cancellation and ambient sound modes. No switching tracks for example.These are accomplished via pressing the larger button on the right earcup multiple times, volume is also controlled here via two smaller buttons above and below the larger button.All of these buttons feel nice enough to press but are a bit thin and hard to find in an instant compared to the large touch surface. Let me map any function to any button/surface, please!There are also no gestures like holding your hand over the touchpad to quickly enable and disable ambient sound like on the Sony range of headphones.Comfort is quite good, the earpads are very pillowy and thick, but as this is a noise cancelling set they are the usual synthetic leather material found on almost all headphones of this type - which can be quite sweaty over extended periods. Even with my big head I find myself using the smallest size setting for the headband. I can't test on anyone with a smaller head, but keep this in mind for folks with small noggins.The noise cancelling is good, though I don't think it can hold a candle to the latest from Sony or Apple - but for most people I think it will still be more than acceptable. For the usual suite of droning constant sounds like airplane noise and fans, it does an excellent job. Just don't expect your ears to be transported to a void of absolute silence.In very very quiet environments (where noise cancellation might not be appropriate anyway) - you will notice a very very quiet wind noise introduced by the noise cancellation, though in a louder environment or when listening to music you cannot hear this.Also to note that when using noise cancellation or ambient sound mode, quick sudden head movements might cause your ears to pop. Keep this in mind if you wish to use these whilst exercising or walking around a lot, you may wish to switch noise cancellation and ambient sound entirely off.Build quality is what you would expect for this price range, a nice smooth plastic for most construction with glossy tasteful accents (And the circular anisotropic reflections on the earcups is a nice touch). It feels solid in the hand and doesn't make any creak noises when you move your head around which is the important part. The hinges also feel quite solid when folding and unfolding.Unlike the newer Sony xm5 it also retains the ability to fold up into a smaller form factor for travelling. It comes with a hard case which is on par with other cases for this type of headphone and will slip into a bag fairly easily with its rounded edges.Overall it's a fairly competitive option. The noise cancellation might not hold up to the XM5 or Apple options but for around 80gbp cheaper than the Sony option and hundreds cheaper than the Apple option I don't think you can go wrong.Personally I haven't been able to abide by the sound of the Sony XM series thus far, so if you fall in the same camp and want a heaphone that can pull off a more neutral sound with a quick EQ - this might do it for you. Other options might be the Bose QC45, but I have not had the pleasure of trying those thus far.

I appreciate the sound quality and the aesthetics of these headphones. I bought these in September 2023 and are paired with a Samsung phone to take advantage of LDAC Bluetooth codec for higher quality audio streaming over bluetooth. Technics did a great job, they are easy to set up, battery life is outstanding and the sound is very impressive across all music genres. The Technics App does have an Equaliser and options for pre set sound stages which is helpful. The active noise cancelling is very good. Technics also supply a 3.5mm headphone jack and an airplane double jack in the box which is very welcome. I would have liked button controls on the headphones to stop/start and skip tracks.To those reviewers that snapped their models, try being less heavy handed, mine are sturdy and will last for many years if taken care of properly. Very satisfied with these!

Headphones 🎧 are comfortable, can wear them for hours. There is a time when it starts to hurt 🤕 but that is only after wearing them for hours on end. Connects well if you are using a Linux based os with Bluetooth v5.2.

Due to the easing of COVID restrictions, I have restarted my business trips so I purchased these Technics EAH-A800's due to the nice design & to replace my old Headphones Bose QC35.I really like the Technics design. Not plasticky, but high quality construction with Technics Brand logo which is beautifully crafted on the unique design of earcups. Also the fit is really snug with the super-soft earpads.In my opinion the sound quality is really impressive. It delivers really dynamic and deep Bass, and gives crispy clean Vocal sound.I was really impressed with the Noise cancelling, I felt really disconnected from the surroundings and I could really enjoy listening to the music on the airplane without any distraction. Also the call quality is very decent when in a call.The Technics APP is really intuitive too and easy to use. It allows total control over the sound settings.These headphones are foldable, and can be packed in the compact egg shaped carrying case. I could not test yet, but the manual says they work for 50hrs WITH Noise cancelling on!