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Over-ear, on-ear, in-ear and true wireless headphones from Audeze, Astell&Kern, Focal, Grado and Sennheiser, with the cables and amplification to get the best from them.

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Headphones are the one part of a system where fit and seal matter as much as specification. A pair that suits your head, your ears and the place you listen will beat a technically better pair that does not.

Impedance and sensitivity decide whether you need an amplifier. High impedance designs need more voltage than a phone or laptop can supply and will sound thin and quiet without one. Sensitive in-ear monitors have the opposite problem and can reveal hiss from a noisy output. Planar magnetic designs generally want more power than dynamic designs of similar impedance.

Open back headphones give a wider sound stage and leak sound in both directions, which rules them out on a train or in a shared room. Closed back designs isolate better at some cost in openness. Detachable cables matter, because the cable is the part most likely to fail. Tell us what you will drive them with and where you will listen, and we will narrow it down.

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  • Meze Audio ALBA In-Ear Monitors
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    Meze Audio

    Meze Audio ALBA In-Ear Monitors

    SKU: MEI01

    £115.83
    Ex. VAT

    The Meze Audio ALBA in-ear monitors pair a single 10.8mm dynamic driver, tuned for warm, balanced sound, with a detachable 2-pin cable and a USB-C DAC/AMP adapter for USB-C devices.

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  • Meze Audio ALBA S In-Ear Monitors
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    Meze Audio

    Meze Audio ALBA S In-Ear Monitors

    SKU: MEI05

    £99.17
    Ex. VAT

    The Meze Audio ALBA S in-ear monitors pair a single 10.8mm dynamic driver, tuned for warm, balanced sound, with a detachable 2-pin cable and 3.5mm jack, for sources with a headphone output.

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  • Meze Audio 105 SILVA Open-Back Headphones - Walnut
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    Meze Audio

    Meze Audio 105 SILVA Open-Back Headphones - Walnut

    SKU: MEH03

    £357.50
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    The Meze Audio 105 SILVA is an open-back headphone with walnut wood ear cups and a 50mm dynamic driver with a titanium-coated surround, tuned to be fun and detailed, with a USB-C DAC/AMP adapter included.

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  • Atlas Zeno 1:1 Custom Headphone Cable - 6.3mm to Lemo 3 Pin - 2.5m (Special Offer)
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    Atlas Cables

    Atlas Zeno 1:1 Custom Headphone Cable - 6.3mm to Lemo 3 Pin - 2.5m (Special Offer)

    SKU: Zeno - 6.3mm to Lemo 3 Pin - 2.5m Ex-Demo

    £185.83 £264.58
    Ex. VAT ✓ Save £78.75

    Atlas' Zeno headphone cables are designed to offer a significant upgrade over the cables bundled with even very expensive headphones. Brands typically using 1:1 (cable plugs into one earpiece) connectors include AKG, B&W, Oppo and Sennheiser. (Some brands may use more than one type of connection depending on model).

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  • Atlas Zeno 1:2 Custom Headphone Cable - 4 Pin XLR to 2.5mm - 3m (Special Offer)
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    Atlas Cables

    Atlas Zeno 1:2 Custom Headphone Cable - 4 Pin XLR to 2.5mm - 3m (Special Offer)

    SKU: Zeno - 4 Pin XLR to 2.5mm - 3m Ex-Demo

    (1 reviews)
    £250.00 £358.33
    Ex. VAT ✓ Save £108.33

    Atlas Zeno headphone cables are designed to offer a significant upgrade over the cables bundled with even very expensive headphones. Brands typically using 1:2 (cable plugs into both earpieces) connectors include Audeze, HiFiMan, Oppo, Sennheiser, Ultrasone, HiFiMan & Mr Speakers (Some brands may use more than one type of connection depending on model).

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  • AudioQuest

    AudioQuest Black Hole GroundGoody Grounding Wire

    SKU: GGBLACKH

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    £40.83
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    The AudioQuest Black Hole GroundGoody is an RF-dissipating ground wire using direction-controlled 6% silver over Long-Grain Copper conductors and a Carbon RF-Trap to eliminate hum and reduce high-frequency noise in turntable and audio systems.
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  • Atlas Cables

    Atlas Zeno 1:1 Custom Headphone Cable

    SKU: Atlas Zeno 1:1

    (7 reviews)
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    £388.50
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    Atlas' Zeno headphone cables are designed to offer a significant upgrade over the cables bundled with even very expensive headphones. Brands typically using 1:1 (cable plugs into one earpiece) connectors include AKG, B&W, Oppo and Sennheiser. (Some brands may use more than one type of connection depending on model).
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  • AudioQuest

    AudioQuest Thunderbird GroundGoody

    SKU: GGTBIRD

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    £82.50
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    Featuring Solid 6% Silver conductors and RF/ND-Tech, ThunderBird GroundGoody can be combined with nearly any analog interconnect cable to create a low-distortion phono cable.
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  • ADL

    ADL iHP-35S 2 Pin Headphone Cable

    SKU: iHP-35S

    (1 reviews)
    £154.17
    Ex. VAT

    High-quality headphones are a must in the age of personal, portable electronics, but many are supplied with inferior throw-away cables. Headphone listening is an intimate experience and enthusiasts always want better sound. ADL's iHP-35 series cables accomplish that in a spectacular fashion with headphones, players and headphone amplifiers. The iHP-35 series will make the perfect connection!

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  • AudioQuest

    AudioQuest Dragon GroundGoody Grounding Wire

    SKU: GGDRAGON

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    £165.83
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    The AudioQuest Dragon GroundGoody is a premium RF-dissipating ground wire which uses solid silver conductors, direction-controlled geometry, and patented RF/ND-Tech noise cancellation to eliminate hum and interference in turntable and audio systems.
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  • Atlas Cables

    Atlas Zeno 1:2 Custom Headphone Cable

    SKU: Atlas Zeno 1:2

    (19 reviews)
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    £404.17
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    Atlas Zeno headphone cables are designed to offer a significant upgrade over the cables bundled with even very expensive headphones. Brands typically using 1:2 (cable plugs into both earpieces) connectors include Audeze, HiFiMan, Oppo, Sennheiser, Ultrasone, HiFiMan & Mr Speakers (Some brands may use more than one type of connection depending on model).
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  • AudioQuest

    BigFoot BASS Speaker Cable

    SKU: BigFoot BASS

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    £866.25
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    The AudioQuest BigFoot BASS is a dedicated bass speaker cable featuring solid Perfect-Surface Copper+ conductors, ZERO-Tech, RF/ND-Tech Level 10 noise dissipation, and a 72v Dielectric-Bias System, designed for bi-wiring and tri-wiring with compatible ZERO-Tech speaker cables.
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Models like the U12t and U18s are highly regarded among audiophiles. They offer exceptional clarity, soundstage, and detail retrieval. The right model depends on your sound preferences and source equipment.

Yes. Audeze designs its headphones with ergonomic headbands, plush earpads, and balanced weight distribution. Premium materials like leather, suede, or vegan-friendly options ensure all-day comfort without sacrificing durability.

Store them in a protective case, avoid extreme temperatures, and clean gently with a soft, dry cloth. Leather and suede pads benefit from occasional conditioning. Audeze offers replacement earpads, headbands, and cables to keep your headphones performing like new.

Focal open-back headphones, such as the Clear MG, create a spacious, natural soundstage ideal for home listening in quiet environments. Closed-back designs, like the Focal Celestee, provide greater isolation and impact, making them perfect for travel, commuting, or studio monitoring where external noise control is important.

Focal designs all models with ergonomics in mind. Features such as memory foam ear pads, lightweight aluminium yokes, and balanced clamping force make them comfortable for extended use, even during multi-hour listening or mixing sessions.

Custom IEMs (CIEMs) are moulded to fit your ears perfectly, offering maximum comfort and isolation. Universal IEMs use high-quality ear tips and are ready to wear without the need for impressions. At Future Shop, we specialise in the universal lineup, which includes the U4s, U12t, U18s, and Fourté models. Both options deliver the same 64 Audio sound quality, but customs are tailored for professional touring, while universals are more flexible for everyday use.

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