The 7 Best Bass Headphones - Black Friday 2024

The best headphones for bass we've tested are the Sony WH-1000XM4 Wireless. These high-end headphones are the previous generation of the Sony WH-1000XM5 Wireless but offer better value than their updated version. Out of the box, they have a bass-heavy sound profile that delivers extra thump, rumble, and boom, which is great if you love genres like EDM or dubstep. You can also tweak and adjust their sound to suit your taste using their companion app's graphic EQ and presets. They support LDAC, Sony's proprietary codec for streaming high-res audio.

They have a very comfortable fit for most people, and their powerful noise cancelling (ANC) system helps block out background noise so you can focus on your music. Thanks to their multi-device pairing, you can connect them with up to two devices simultaneously. Their over 37 hours of continuous playback time will easily last through long days on the go, and they have an auto-off timer to conserve battery life if you forget to power them off.

If you're looking for over-ears with an even longer continuous playback time, try the Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4 Wireless. They last over 60 hours continuously, and you can use them while charging. However, their noise cancelling isn't quite as impressive.

The Sony ULT WEAR Wireless are the best upper mid-range headphones for bass we've tested. By default, they have a boomy, thumpy, and rumbly sound, but if their stock profile doesn't provide you with enough low-end, a simple press of their ULT button gives you access to two more levels of extra bass. At their maximum bass boost, they have more than enough to satisfy the most die-hard EDM fans. Some people may even find their default bass levels a touch overwhelming; if you want to tone it down a little, their companion app includes a graphic EQ and presets for sound customization. That said, their inconsistent treble response can leave sibilants alternately harsh or dull depending on their pitch, which isn't the case with the Sony WH-1000XM4 Wireless.

These well-built, noise cancelling over-ears block out an amazing amount of ambient sound. While they aren't as good as our top pick at cutting down the rumble of bus engines, nor are they quite as comfortable, they do a comparable job of reducing higher-pitched noise like ambient chatter. With their ANC on, they last nearly 45 hours continuously, and they support multi-device pairing, so you can stay connected to your phone and computer at the same time.

If you want intense bass at a mid-range price point, the Skullcandy Crusher Evo Wireless are right up your alley. Unlike the Sony ULT WEAR Wireless, they don't have ANC or support multi-device pairing. However, like the Sony's ULT button, their haptic bass slider adds extra vibrations to your audio. With the slider set to high, their sound is intensely thumpy and boomy, which is great for genres like EDM and hip-hop. If you find the bass overwhelming, you can lower the slider or use their companion app, which has a couple of EQ presets.

These headphones last over 34 hours continuously, which is great for long days on the road. They also have a good build quality and a decently comfortable fit, although they can trap heat around your ears and cause them to get warm over time. They don't block out much background noise either, but if noise isolation is important to you, check out the Anker Soundcore Space Q45 Wireless. They have a powerful ANC system that can easily cut down a fantastic amount of background noise but lack a haptic bass slider.

Consider the Anker Soundcore Life Q30 Wireless for something more affordable. These headphones offer an amazing price-to-performance ratio, and even though they lack the Skullcandy Crusher Evo Wireless' haptic bass slider, they still deliver satisfying boom and thump out of the box. Their default sound can be customized using their companion software's graphic EQ and presets.

Their ANC system helps block out an excellent amount of ambient noise, which is handy if you're commuting to work, and they support multi-device pairing, meaning you can connect them with two devices at a time. With their ANC on, they last over 44 hours continuously and have an auto-off timer to help conserve battery life when not in use. They also have a comfortable fit suitable for long listening sessions. While they're decently well-built, some users have reported that their units' headbands broke over time, which is a little frustrating if you care about durability. They come with a hard case to help protect them when they're not in use.

The budget-friendly Anker Soundcore Life Q20 Wireless have a bass-heavy sound profile, like their successor, the Anker Soundcore Life Q30 Wireless. However, their simpler design means they lack some of the Q30's features like a graphic EQ and presets. They deliver intense thump, punch, and boom by default. However, if you want your audio to be even more rumbly, they have a bass-effect button to add even more bass.

Their ANC system does a good job of tackling sounds like ambient chatter, though they have trouble tackling the low rumble of bus engines. When using the ANC, they have over 32 hours of continuous battery life, and although they don't have an auto-off timer to help conserve battery life, you can use them wired in a pinch. They have a comfortable fit, but as you might expect at this price point, they feel plasticky and may not be the most durable, especially as they come with a dust bag but not a case to protect them on the go.

If you're looking for something lightweight and more portable, the Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 3 are the best earbuds for bass that we've tested. Like other high-end headphones, like the Sony WH-1000XM4 Wireless, they have many extra features, making them versatile enough for most day-to-day uses. They also have a bass-rich sound profile, which is great if you enjoy genres like EDM or rock. You can customize their sound using their companion app's graphic EQ and presets to suit your preferences.

Thanks to their ANC system, they can block out an excellent amount of ambient sound, like rumbly bus engines and office chit-chat around you. On a single charge, they last over eight hours continuously, but their carrying case supplies three additional charges. They're well-built, have a stable in-ear fit, and are certified IPX4 for resistance against water splashes. However, they have a bulky and deep in-ear fit, which some users may find uncomfortable over time.

If you're looking for more bassy in-ears, check out our recommendations for the best earbuds for bass.

DJs have long used on-ear headphones as a convenient way to cue tracks and monitor mixes without the need for bulky over-ear designs that can be difficult to maneuver on and off your ears. As a result, on-ear headphones often have exaggerated bass responses so DJs can line up kick drums and other bass-heavy transients. The Pioneer DJ HDJ-CUE1BT Wireless certainly don't skimp on the bass, with a thumpy, rumbly low-end response that dominates the mix. They also do an excellent job of reproducing mid-frequencies, but they can be difficult to pick out over the towering bass. You can use these on-ears wired and via Bluetooth, with an impressive 46 hours of battery life if you use the latter connection type.

They're decently comfortable and well-constructed, and while their poor noise isolation doesn't lend itself well to commutes and office environments, it won't be an issue if you use them at home or on the 1s and 2s. It's also worth checking out the AIAIAI TMA-2 DJ headphones if you're looking for a dedicated pair of DJ headphones that you can only use wired. They feature a similarly elevated bass response, with a much more veiled treble range that can be useful if you want nothing but bass. While they deliver audio more consistently than the Pioneer, they're not as comfortable or well-built.