The 6 Best Bass Headphones - Spring 2023 Reviews

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 still offer great value. Out of the box, these over-ears have a bass-heavy sound profile that delivers extra thump, rumble, and boom, which is great if you love genres like funk or dubstep. You can also tweak and adjust their sound to suit your tastes using their companion app's graphic EQ and presets. They support LDAC too, which is Sony's proprietary codec for high-res audio.

Their very comfortable fit is well-suited for long listening sessions, and they have a powerful noise cancelling (ANC) system to help block out background noise. 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 too, 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.

Unlike our top pick, the Sony WH-XB910N Wireless are part of this manufacturer's 'Extra-Bass' lineup, and boy, do they pack in the bass! Their sound is extremely boomy, thumpy, and rumbly, and you can even feel the vibrations if you wear glasses. Most people will find this sounds overwhelming, but luckily, you can adjust their sound to suit your preferences using the graphic EQ and presets in their companion app. They also support multi-device pairing, which is great for simultaneously connecting to your PC and smartphone.

These well-built noise cancelling over-ears can block out a good amount of ambient sound. While they aren't as strong when cutting down the rumble of bus engines, they do a better job of reducing ambient chatter and the hum of AC units. With their ANC on, they last nearly 40 hours continuously, and you can use them wired if you prefer. They're also comfortable and come with a sturdy carrying case to help protect them from damage when you're on the go.

If you want intense bass at a mid-range price point, the Skullcandy Crusher Evo Wireless are right up your alley. Unlike the Sony WH-XB910 Wireless, they don't have ANC or multi-device pairing; however, they have a haptic bass slider. This slider adds extra vibrations to your audio, which makes them stand out from other picks on this list. When 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, but while they're decently comfortable, 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.

For something more affordable, you'll want to consider the Anker Soundcore Life Q30 Wireless. These headphones offer an amazing price-to-performance ratio, and even though they lack unique features like a haptic bass slider, which the higher-end Skullcandy Crusher Evo Wireless have, 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.

These headphones are equipped with an ANC system to help 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 similarly bass-heavy sound profile as their successor, the Anker Soundcore Life Q30 Wireless, but their simpler design means they lack some of the Q30's sound effect features. 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 even though 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 too, but at this price point, they feel plasticky and may not be the most durable, especially as they only come with a dust bag 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 even customize their sound to suit your preferences using their companion app's graphic EQ and presets.

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!