On-Ear Headphones

On-ear headphones - also called supra-aural - are usually of a smaller, lighter design than over-ear models. As the name suggests, they feature soft ear pads of various materials that press quite comfortably onto both ears, instead of fully enclosing them. The headband of on-ear headphones is usually more springy, maintaining sufficient pressure to keep both drivers pressed firmly in place.

On-ear designs can permit more background sound to penetrate, keeping you more aware of your surroundings. Coupled with the lighter construction and sprung headband, this makes on-ear headphone designs popular for listening to your favourite sounds when on-the-move, during mobile activity, and for use while travelling.

On-ear headphones - also called supra-aural - are usually of a smaller, lighter design than over-ear models. As the name suggests, they feature soft ear pads of various materials that press quite comfortably onto both ears, instead of fully enclosing them. The headband of on-ear headphones is usually more springy, maintaining sufficient pressure to keep both drivers pressed firmly in place.

On-ear designs can permit more background sound to penetrate, keeping you more aware of your surroundings. Coupled with the lighter construction and sprung headband, this makes on-ear headphone designs popular for listening to your favourite sounds when on-the-move, during mobile activity, and for use while travelling.