If you listen to a lot of bass-heavy genres like dubstep, EDM, or hip-hop, you'll likely want a pair of headphones that can add a solid amount of punch and thump to your music. While many headphones are bass-heavy, excessive bass relative to the rest of a headphone's sound can cause vocal details to sound muddy, muffled, or bloated. As a result, it's important to look at the relative relationship of bass, mid, and treble in your music. Many headphones also come with a companion app that features some form of graphic equalizer, which you can tweak to get the bass you want. Beyond a headphone's sound or tuning, other factors like comfort and features like active noise cancellation (ANC) can influence which headphones are the best for you.
We've tested over 910 pairs of headphones, and below are our recommendations for the best bass wireless headphones that won't sacrifice too much detail in favor of a bass-heavy sound. You can also check out the Sound Signatures of each pair (as explained in Our Sound Profile Scores and Tests) to help find the right model for you.
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Best Bass Headphones
Audio Reproduction AccuracyNoise IsolationBass AmountVery Emphasized (5 dB)See all our test resultsBass Profile: Target ComplianceThe best headphones for bass we've tested are the Sony WH-1000XM6. They have a warm sound signature with emphasized bass that doesn't overwhelm higher-pitched synths in your favorite electronic tracks. You also have the option to tinker with the companion app's 10-band graphic EQ or choose from presets. However, it's worth keeping in mind that the bass output can be lacking for some if you don't achieve a great earpad seal, so it's worth playing with the fit or adjusting the tuning to offset the effect if you experience it.
Beyond their sound, there are other reasons the Sony headphones come in at the top of our recommendations. They have one of the best active noise cancelling (ANC) systems we've tested on headphones, so you can enjoy your playlists in peace while insulated from airplane engines or chatty coworkers. Plus, their battery lasts nearly 32-hours with ANC enabled, ensuring you'll make it through a few days without a charge. But if you're a devout basshead looking for even more rumble, consider the Skullcandy Crusher 1080 ANC, which feature dedicated sensory drivers that physically rumble the headphones for an enhanced haptic experience. While impressive, the Skullcandy's ANC doesn't match up to the Sony's, though.
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Best Upper Mid-Range Bass Headphones
Audio Reproduction AccuracyNoise IsolationBass AmountVery Emphasized (7 dB)See all our test resultsBass Profile: Target ComplianceThe Sony ULT WEAR are the best upper mid-range headphones for bass we've tested. Compared to our top pick, the Sony WH-1000XM6, you sacrifice extras like noise isolation performance and app features, but they provide a unique bass-focused feature. By default, the ULT WEAR have a boomy, thumpy, and rumbly sound, but if their stock profile doesn't provide you with enough low-end, they have a dedicated button that you can press for two levels of extra bass. At their maximum bass boost, they have more than enough to satisfy the most die-hard bass fans. However, some people may even find their bass overwhelming; if you want to tone it down a little, the companion app has a graphic EQ and presets for sound customization.
While their ANC system doesn't match our top pick's, these over-ears still block out an amazing amount of ambient sound. They aren't as good as our top pick at cutting down the rumble of bus engines, but they do a comparable job of reducing higher-pitched noise like ambient chatter. The ULT WEAR also last a longer 44 hours continuously, which can be helpful if you forget to plug them in to charge often. If you're unwilling to sacrifice top-tier ANC and want an even longer battery life, consider the JBL Live 780NC; just keep in mind they aren't as comfortable to wear for longer periods of time and lack a hard-shell case, opting for a soft one instead.
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Best Mid-Range Bass Headphones
See all our test resultsBass AccuracyIf 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, they lack ANC, making them less attractive for general use or commuting. However, they have a haptic bass slider that adds a rumbling sensation to your listening experience. With the slider set to high, their sound is intensely thumpy and boomy, which is great for genres like EDM and hip-hop. However, if you find the bass overwhelming, you can still lower the slider or use their companion app, which has a couple of EQ presets.
These headphones last over 34 hours on a single charge, which is great for long days on the road. They also have good build quality and a decently comfortable fit, though they can trap heat around your ears, causing them to warm over time. They don't block out much background noise, though.
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Best Budget Bass Headphones
Audio Reproduction AccuracyNoise IsolationBass AmountVery Emphasized (7 dB)See all our test resultsBass Profile: Target ComplianceConsider the Anker Soundcore Life Q30 Wireless for a more affordable option. 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 for genres ranging from hip-hop to pop and rock. You also have the option to adjust their sound with the companion software's graphic EQ and presets.
Unlike the previous pick, they come with an ANC system that effectively blocks much of the ambient noise around you, which is handy if you're commuting to work. 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 can be frustrating if you care about durability. They come with a hard case to help protect them when they're not in use.
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Best Bass Earbuds
Audio Reproduction AccuracyNoise IsolationBass AmountVery Emphasized (6 dB)See all our test resultsBass Profile: Target ComplianceIf you're looking for something lightweight and portable, the Anker Soundcore Liberty 5 Pro are the best earbuds for bass that we've tested. Their warm sound mostly emphasizes the low- and mid-bass for rumble and thump without overwhelming the vocal and instrumental details in the mids, but you can customize their sound using the companion app's graphic EQ or presets if you prefer something different. Like our top pick, the Sony WH-1000XM6, these earbuds are versatile enough for day-to-day use beyond bassy listening, too.
They have exceptional noise isolation that rivals the best headphones we've tested and excel at cutting down low-end noise, like engine rumble, for distraction-free listening. On a single charge, they last over seven hours continuously, and their carrying case provides three additional charges, so you're covered for longer days, too. They're well-built, have a stable in-ear fit, and even have dust- and water-resistance certification.
If you're looking for more bassy in-ears, check out our recommendations for the best earbuds for bass.
Notable Mentions
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JBL Live 680NC:
The JBL Live 680NC are bass-boosted headphones that sit on your ears rather than over them, like the Anker Soundcore Life Q30 Wireless. Their battery life is stellar at 65 hours, and they have similar ANC performance, but they're more expensive and less universally comfortable than the Anker.
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Recent Updates
Sep 17, 2026:
We've removed the cheap pick, the Anker Soundcore Life Q20 2024, because it had significant overlap with the budget pick, the Anker Soundcore Q30 Wireless. We also replaced the earbuds pick with the Anker Soundcore Liberty 5 Pro, since they have exceptional ANC and a more pronounced bass-forward tuning.
May 27, 2026:
Our picks haven't changed as they're still valid and in stock, but we've added mentions of bass boosted products like the JBL Live 780NC and 680NC. We've also pruned the Notable Mentions, so the remaining options have clearer trade-offs.
Jan 20, 2026:
The on-ear pick was removed to tighten the scope of the article. The Anker Soundcore Liberty 4 NC Truly Wireless has been added as a mention in the Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 4 section.
Sep 30, 2025:
This article was updated to add the Sony WH-1000XM6, replacing the older Sony WH-1000XM4, and the Anker Soundcore Life Q20 2024, replacing the Anker Soundcore Life Q20. Formatting and minor tweaks were made throughout for clarity.
Apr 14, 2025:
The Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 4 are our new pick for the 'Best Bass Earbuds' because they offer a comparably bass-heavy sound profile to the Sennheiser MOMENTUM True Wireless 3, but with better ANC performance.
All Reviews
Our recommendations above are what we think are currently the best headphones with extra bass and the best bass wireless headphones to buy for most people in each price range. We factor in the price (cheaper headphones win over pricier ones if the difference isn't worth it), feedback from our visitors, and availability (no headphones that are difficult to find or almost out of stock everywhere).
If you'd like to choose for yourself, here's the list of all our reviews for headphones with an overemphasized bass response. Be careful not to get caught up in the details. There are no perfect headphones. Personal taste, preference, and where you use the headphones will matter more in your selection.
