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Whether you're flying across continents or simply sitting through your daily commute, travel headphones are your ultimate companion for blocking out the noise and diving into your favorite music or podcasts. Designed to deliver extended comfort, powerful noise cancellation, and compact portability, travel headphones can instantly turn crowded terminals and noisy cabins into high-resolution listening environments, allowing you to enjoy every trip in total audio bliss.

Browse our collection of audiophile travel-friendly headphones from premium brands Dan Clark Audio and Noble Audio. Buy yours online today.

Are headphones good for travel?

Headphones are great for on-the-go music listening. Closed-back headphones are your best option - their sealed design offers excellent passive noise isolation, allowing you to hear music with minimal interruption even in noisy environments.

Wireless headphones with built-in Active Noise Cancelation features are even better for traveling. These headphones combine the passive noise isolation of a closed-back design with active noise canceling technology to effectively eliminate external noise. Thanks to their cable-free design, wireless headphones are significantly easier to take anywhere while traveling.

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Closed-Back Travel Headphones

Dan Clark Audio Noire X Headphone

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Price: $999.00

Convenient folding design and enjoyable tuning makes the Noire X the perfect hi-res audio companion

The Dan Clark Audio Noire X brings flagship-level performance to the discerning listener—combining high-tech features and studio-quality sound with everyday practicality.

Outfitted with an all-new, re-engineered 62 × 34 mm planar magnetic driver and DCA’s cutting-edge Acoustic Metamaterial Tuning System (AMTS), the Noire X delivers a natural, low-distortion sound with breathtaking clarity and balanced tonality across the spectrum. The Noire X delivers impactful, tight, low-end dynamics without bloat, while the treble remains airy and fatigue-free, thanks to meticulous AMTS tuning.

Its closed-back design, enhanced with Gorilla Glass 3 earcups and a self-tensioning headband, offers both stylish durability and weightless comfort—turning extended listening sessions into an immersive experience. The Noire X's folding design is a standout feature - offering impressive portability for hi-res listening while traveling.

Comfort is excellent with the Noire X. Synthetic suede Alcantara pads and memory foam cushions optimize comfort and airflow, so you stay cool even during extended use. Add versatile connectivity with stock cables offering 3.5 mm/6.3 mm, 4.4 mm, and XLR terminations, plus compatibility with DCA’s premium VIVO cables, and you have headphones you can enjoy at home or on the go.

Whether you're diving into orchestral depth or bouncing to bass-heavy beats, the Noire X lets you experience your music library in stunning fidelity. Fold it up, take it with you anywhere you go, and enjoy a zero-compromise listening experience no matter where you are.

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Pros
  • Warm and smooth tuning works great for any genre.
  • Excellent passive noise isolation.
  • Punchy bass with smooth mids and non-fatiguing treble.
  • Pinpoint imaging makes it easy to pick out sounds in busy tracks.
  • Excellent portability thanks to Noire X's folding headband design.
Cons
  • The glass surface ear cups attract fingerprints.

Open-Back Headphones for Travel

Dan Clark Audio Noire XO Headphone

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Price: $1,299.00

Premium materials and folding headband makes the Noire XO a comfortable high-resolution audio companion

The Dan Clark Audio Noire XO redefines open‑back listening with a perfect fusion of flagship technologies and exciting Harman tuning. Building on the closed‑back Noire X’s foundations, this open‑back headphone expands the soundstage while preserving the brand’s signature tone and balance.

At its core lies an enhanced planar‑magnetic driver featuring DCA’s V‑Planar. New manufacturing processes combined with highly optimized V-Planar knurling translates into lower distortion and a smoother sound. Combined with Dan Clark’s Acoustic Metamaterial Tuning System (AMTS), the Noire XO delivers an airy, fatigue‑free treble by eliminating harsh resonances and high‑frequency standing waves.

Despite its open design, the Noire XO surprises with bass depth akin to closed‑back headphones - delivering tight, authoritative low‑end without bloat, yet maintaining a spacious soundstage that doesn’t compromise clarity or tonal accuracy. Mid‑range resolution shines: vocals and instruments possess lifelike depth and transparency, making every harmony, guitar pluck, or vocal nuance distinctly present. High frequencies are elevated yet smooth, with an airy lift that adds sparkle without fatigue - perfect for detailed listening without harshness.

Comfort is a highlight in the Noire XO’s design. At just around 408 g, the Noire XO boasts a lightweight feel and a comfortable fit. Self‑adjusting headband and memory‑foam ear pads wrapped in Alcantara suede reduce heat and resist foam collapse, ensuring fatigue‑free extended listening.

Connectivity is equally impressive with the XO. It supports a suite of detachable cables—1/4″‑3.5 mm combo, 4‑pin XLR, and 4.4 mm balanced—while also being compatible with DCA’s upgrade‑ready VIVO cables. It also folds neatly into a compact travel case, allowing you to take it anywhere you go with ease.

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Pros
  • Powerful and impactful bass for an open-back headphone.
  • Superb comfort and fit for extended listening sessions.
  • Pinpoint imaging is excellent for competitive gaming.
  • Harman-tuning delivers excellent detail and clarity for both music listening and gaming.
  • Excellent price-to-performance value.
Cons
  • Those looking for more detail won't find it with the NOIRE XO.
  • Might be slightly bass-light for bass-heads.

Audiophile Headphones for Travel

Dan Clark Audio E3 Headphone

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Price: $1,999.99

Elegant closed-back ear cups and folding headband makes the E3 a versatile headphone for home and travel

The Dan Clark Audio E3 brings flagship-grade planar-magnetic performance into a sleek, closed-back design. With elegant Gorilla Glass 3 earcups and their innovative Acoustic Metamaterial Tuning System (AMTS), the E3 achieves an unexpectedly open and immersive soundstage while maintaining excellent isolation.

At its heart lies DCA’s 5th‑generation V‑Planar driver, tuned for ultra-low distortion and rich detail - boasting clarity typically reserved for top-tier DCA headphones. AMTS filters out harsh highs for smooth, lifelike treble that remains fatigue-free even over extended sessions.

A standout feature is the Dual‑Mode Bass Port embedded in the cups, which provide a tight and controlled low-end impact that should satisfy bass lovers and audiophiles alike. These ports, combined with the high-performance driver and AMTS, create a sonic profile that offers both nuance and punch - complete with spacious soundstage typically found in open-back designs.

Comfort is excellent with the E3. Its self-adjusting titanium memory-metal headband and foldable gimbals, make it travel-ready, while plush Alcantara-style ear pads and a lightweight build ensure fatigue-free wear, even during marathon listening sessions. It also includes a premium VIVO cable and compact carrying case, rounding out its portable design.

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Pros
  • Truly immersive soundstage with 3D-like sound.
  • Effortless detail retrieval.
  • Balanced, natural tuning for a studio-like sound.
  • Analytical enough for professional audio monitoring/studio work.
  • Premium build with sleek, robust design.
  • Excellent portability thanks to the folding headband design.
Cons
  • Analytical sound might sound boring for some.
  • Gorilla glass ear cups are fingerprint magnets.
  • Expensive.

Headphones for Travel and Mixing

Dan Clark Audio Stealth Headphone

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Price: $3,999.99

Top-tier sound meets convenient portability for seamless audio mixing on the go

The Dan Clark Audio Stealth is a benchmark in closed-back headphone design, fusing flagship-level craftsmanship, cutting-edge engineering, and elite sound quality into a streamlined, portable package.

At its core lies a brand‑new 4th‑generation v‑Planar driver with a 20 % larger diaphragm than the E2, meticulously tensioned for ultra-low distortion and electrostatic-like detail. Its patent‑pending Acoustic Metamaterial Tuning System (AMTS) neutralizes high‑frequency standing waves, smoothing and refining the treble while yielding a soundstage so expansive it rivals many open-back models. The result? A precise and musical sound that is effortless, spacious, and free from fatigue.

Despite being closed-back, the Stealth delivers impressive depth and imaging. Instruments and vocals float in an enveloping soundscape for an immersive listening experience. Its low end is tightly controlled and natural, offering a satisfying punch without sacrificing resolution.

Comfort is excellent with the Stealth. At just 415 g, the Stealth offers a lightweight feel and a snug fit. Self-adjusting nitinol suspension headband, quilted leather strap, vegan suede and protein-leather pads, and a folding gimbal design create a comfortable fit that almost disappears on your head - and easily packs down neatly into its compact case.

Durable materials like carbon fiber and machined aluminum complete the Stealth's aesthetic - evoking a stealthy aircraft-like look that will turn heads wherever you go.

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Pros
  • Transparent sound lets you experience music as produced in the studio.
  • Smooth treble.
  • Wide soundstage for a closed-back headphone.
  • Comfortable earcups and headband design.
  • Foldable ear cups make the Stealth quite portable.
Cons
  • Clean and analytical sound might be boring for some.
  • Details can sound a bit smooth and lack impact.
  • Very expensive.

Wireless Travel Headphones with Microphone

Noble Audio FoKus Apollo Headphone

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Price: $649.00

Audiophile sound quality and cutting-edge wireless features in a sleek compact package

The Noble FoKus Apollo combines rugged elegance and cutting‑edge wireless tech to deliver hi‑res sound without the hassle of cables. Its anodized aluminum frame, protein‑leather ear pads, and Alcantara headband ensure both durability and all‑day comfort, whether you’re commuting or working from home.

At its heart lies a unique hybrid driver setup: an ultra‑powerful 40 mm dynamic driver delivers a bone‑shaking bass slam, while a nimble 14.5 mm planar magnetic driver produces natural tones with pristine detail and clarity. That thunderous low end never muddies the mix, leaving vocals and instruments sounding natural, while sparkly treble remains smooth and never fatiguing.

Bluetooth 5.3 with LDAC support lets you enjoy CD‑quality playback, while Active Noise Cancelling (with Transparency Mode) eliminates external noise, so you can hear every detail in your favorite tunes without interruption. FoKus App’s 10‑band EQ (plus presets) lets you fine‑tune your signature sound, so you can find the perfect sound for you.

When you need endless playtime, Apollo’s 80‑hour battery (with ANC off) powers through even the longest days, and if you ever need a mic or wired fallback, just attach the included boom mic or 3.5 mm cable and you're set to enjoy extended listening or gaming sessions at home or on the go.

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Pros
  • Stunning sound quality for a wireless headphone.
  • Dynamic Driver + Planar Driver Hybrid.
  • Excellent Active Noise Cancelling features.
  • Long battery life.
  • Feature-packed app with a 10-band EQ.
  • Wired/wireless mode.
  • Detachable boom mic.
  • Solid carrying case.
Cons
  • Might have too much bass for some.
  • Thin headband can lead to hot spots on the head.
  • Expensive.

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I took my Mega5-EST and hooked em up wirelessly and don't miss the wire sound AT ALL!! IMO the wireless sound was 98% of the wired sound without the PIA of the wire. Unless you have some amazing source gear, which thanks to Adam at hifisoundgear I do, you would be hard pressed to hear a massive difference. Especially with a phone as your source.

I did A/B noble Fokus Prestige vs Go pod w Mega 5 and gotta say l, there is more balanced sound with the Go pod chain then the Prestige on its own. To be fair the Mega 5 punches WAY above its price... so the 2 are a match made in heaven.

I find the connection very stable as well. I've used my iPhone AAC/SBC as well as with FiiO BT11 to get other than Apple codecs and was pleasantly surprised as well.

The ear hooks are very comfortable. Actually prefer them to the wire hanging over my ear with a tie behind my neck. For some reason that's hard to get used to and pulls as I wear loose shirts. The hooks stay in as I like to move around a bit. Also the weight is better distributed than other wireless IEMs as the components are in the hooks. The prestige, unless I have foam tips, which I'm not a fan of, will pop out of my ears when I move around. These stay stable and I do not have to re-seat the IEMs to get that great bass nearly as often with other wireless IEMs.

Battery level has been all day 10 hrs so far with intermittent breaks and still have 28% left.

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The implementation of BT 5.4 (supports all codecs) is a welcomed addition for quality, but in general, the distance it can be from the source is very small for consistency. That is not a Diablo issue, but a BT5.4 issue IMO.

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I run it using A&K SP3000T and it oozes warmth and richness in the lows and highs WITHOUT covering/smoothing anything up in the mids, which is my jam.

It is on the heavier side and will still fit in a pocket... barely. built like a brick. At the limit of what I would like to carry but totally worth it! I get about 6 hours of the 8 rated battery with constant listening, no Bluetooth on, hard wired, IEMs / Caldera tested on the battery life.

In conclusion, the iFi Audio iDSD Diablo 2 is nothing short of extraordinary. It’s the ultimate portable amp for those who refuse to compromise on sound quality, power, or versatility. If you’re serious about your audio and want the best experience on the go, the Diablo 2 is the perfect choice.

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