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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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  • Campfire Audio

    Campfire Audio Time Link IEM Cable System

    SKU: Time Link

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    The Campfire Audio Time Link is a six-conductor modular IEM cable combining high-purity copper and silver-plated copper with swappable 3.5mm, 4.4mm, and USB-C DAC terminations including a Cirrus Logic Master HiFi DAC for versatile, high-resolution playback.
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  • Meze Audio

    Meze Audio 2 Pin Silver Plated IEM Cable - 1.2m Length

    SKU: MEC35/36

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    The Meze Audio 2 Pin Silver Plated IEM Cable is a braided SPC replacement cable offering improved transparency, detail, and a lower noise floor, with a 0.78mm 2-pin termination and 1.2m length.
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  • Meze Audio

    Meze Audio Dual Mono 3.5mm Headphone Cable

    SKU: Meze Dual Mono 3.5mm OFC Balanced

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    Meze Audio's dual mono 3.5mm headphone cable in four versions: OFC Balanced Upgrade with a 2.5mm or 4.4mm plug, Soft TPE with copper or black casings, or Standard, Black. Choose cable, termination and length.

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    Meze Audio Dual Mono 3.5mm 99 Series Gold Standard Headphone Cable, a premium replacement cable for compatible Meze headphones, featuring OFC conductors and gold-plated connectors for reliable, high-quality signal transfer.
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  • Meze Audio

    Meze Audio Dual Mono 3.5mm Liric Standard Headphone Cable

    SKU: Meze Dual Mono Liric

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    Meze Audio Dual Mono 3.5mm Liric Standard Headphone Cable, a flexible TPE replacement cable for compatible Meze headphones, with gold-plated 3.5mm termination for reliable everyday use.
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  • Meze Audio

    Meze Audio Dual Mono 3.5mm PCUHD Premium Headphone Cable

    SKU: Meze Dual Mono Silver PCUHD

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    The Meze Audio Dual Mono 3.5mm PCUHD Premium Headphone Cable is a hand-braided upgrade for Meze headphones with dual 3.5mm sockets, in copper or silver-plated Furukawa PCUHD, with your choice of termination and length.
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    Meze Audio Dual Mono 3.5mm Copper PCUHD Premium Headphone Cable

    SKU: Meze Dual Mono Copper PCUHD

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    Meze Audio Dual Mono 3.5mm Copper PCUHD Premium Headphone Cable, a hand-braided upgrade cable using Furukawa PCUHD copper conductors, delivering tighter bass, improved imaging, and a fuller, more musical presentation from compatible Meze headphones.
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  • Meze Audio

    Meze Audio Mini XLR PCUHD Premium Headphone Cable

    SKU: MEC

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    The Meze Audio Mini XLR PCUHD Premium Headphone Cable is a hand-braided upgrade for the Empyrean, Empyrean II, Elite and ARTA, in copper or silver-plated Furukawa PCUHD, for firmer bass and finer detail.
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    Meze Audio Mini XLR Silver-Plated PCUHD Premium Headphone Cable, a hand-braided upgrade cable using Furukawa PCUHD copper with pure silver plating, designed for the Empyrean, Empyrean II, and Elite, with enhanced detail, greater depth, and improved channel separation.
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  • Atlas Zeno 1:2 Custom Headphone Cable - 1.5m 4 Pin XLR to LEMO 2 Pin Ex Demo
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    Atlas Zeno 1:2 Custom Headphone Cable - 1.5m 4 Pin XLR to LEMO 2 Pin Ex Demo

    SKU: Atlas Zeno 1:2 Ex Demo 1.5m XLR 4 Pin to LEMO 2 Pin

    £339.50 £424.37
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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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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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