The Nothing (1) Headset Is Discounted Early for Black Friday

If you are looking For an excellent pair of over-ear headphones that stand out in both their sound quality and looks, the Nothing Headphones (1) are currently available at Amazon for just $239, which is 20% off their usual price. They’re one of our favorite wireless headsets, earning the title of “best looking” while still sounding just as good as some headsets at twice the price.

The Nothing headphones (1) have basically every feature you’d expect from a high-end offering, including high-resolution audio, the ability to connect to and remember multiple devices, and even object-based surround for watching movies on a long flight. They’re all controlled through the Nothing app, which is available for both iOS and Android.

The sound quality is excellent, partly thanks to the collaboration with British speaker manufacturer KEF, and these 40mm drivers have excellent low-mid performance that gives them a unique pop. The soundstage isn’t as detailed as some of the best soundstages, but it gets there without costing nearly as much. Likewise, the active noise-cancellation doesn’t match the performance of big hitters like Sony or Bose, but the excellent fit and passive isolation offset the dullness.

They have some thoughtful design touches that make them easy to like. A small red dot on the right earcup ensures they always go correctly on your head, rather than trying to read a tiny letter on the inside of a band. Physical controls, a clicky wheel and a flicky knob, together open up a surprising amount of interaction, creating what our reviewer Parker Hall called “some of the best and most intuitive controls ever designed.”

I saw the deal on Amazon in both black and white, and although looks are subjective, I think the white pair looks pretty cute. If you’re still not sure, head over to our round-up of the best noise-canceling headphones to help control sound during your holiday travels. Just know that you’re unlikely to find a pair that will attract as many jealous glances as yours.