Black Friday headphones deals: Save on Apple, Sony, JBL and more

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Add some tunes to your riding with our Black Friday headphones deals, including Apple, Sony and JBL

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As you spend more time training inside as winter kicks in, a nice pair of headphones can make training more engaging, letting you listen to music or podcasts to motivate you. 

The Black Friday sales are just around the corner and Black Friday itself is on the 24th of this month. Deals often start getting released early in the run-up to Black Friday weekend and in our bid to find the best Black Friday bike deals for our readers, we have checked a lot of the early ones to see if there are any bargains to be had already. 

There are a range of headphones in this guide; over-ear models and in-ear, and even some bone conduction models for those who like to use them outdoors and are safety conscious. Wired, wireless, waterproof, and everything from studio quality to budget, we've got you covered. 

Deal prices can fluctuate and sometimes it's better to hold until Black Friday weekend to get the best deal, we've tried to check everything and have provided deals advice if we think this is the case. 

If you need a bit of direction to help you make a purchase head to our guide to the best cycling headphones to help hone in on what you really want to spend your hard-earned money on.

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$297.99 at Best Buy</strong></a><br> <strong>$52 off -</strong> These wireless on-ear Beats Studio headphones come with active noise cancelling and up to 22 hours runtime, or switch off noise cancellation to give you up to 40 hours. A 10-minute charge can provide up to 3 hours of runtime.&nbsp;This is a fairly good deal, but it isn't the lowest we've seen these headphones so it may be worth holding until Black Friday.&nbsp;</p>" data-widget-type="deal" data-render-type="editorial">
$297.99 at Best Buy

Beats Studio3 Wireless on-ear headphones: $349.99 $297.99 at Best Buy
$52 off - These wireless on-ear Beats Studio headphones come with active noise cancelling and up to 22 hours runtime, or switch off noise cancellation to give you up to 40 hours. A 10-minute charge can provide up to 3 hours of runtime. This is a fairly good deal, but it isn't the lowest we've seen these headphones so it may be worth holding until Black Friday. 

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$479.99 at Amazon

Apple AirPods Max: $549 $479.99 at Amazon
13% Off - If you care about sound quality above all else, then the Airpods Max with their over-the-head style and larger drivers are what you want. In the US they are seeing discounts at Amazon almost as large as the Airpods Pro. Like the Beats headphones above Apple Products usually get some nice discounts during BF weekend so keep an eye on these. 

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$179 $169 at B&amp;H Photo</strong></a><strong><br> $10 off - </strong>Even though the 3rd generation Airpods have been out longer than the Airpods Pro, they aren't seeing discounts as large. Despite that, there is a discount available and they seem to be popular. In the US they are getting tough to find at all.&nbsp;</p>" data-widget-price="{&quot;currency&quot;:&quot;USD&quot;,&quot;amount&quot;:&quot;&quot;}" data-widget-type="deal" data-render-type="editorial">
Apple AirPods (3rd Gen): $179

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen): $179 $169 at B&H Photo
$10 off - Even though the 3rd generation Airpods have been out longer than the Airpods Pro, they aren't seeing discounts as large. Despite that, there is a discount available and they seem to be popular. In the US they are getting tough to find at all. 

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Skullcandy Dime True Wireless Earbuds: $26.99

Skullcandy Dime True Wireless Earbuds: $26.99 $19.99 at Amazon
26% off - Dime by name, and nudging under the $20 dollar mark, approaching dime by nature too, though the name is more referring to the diminutive size. The battery case only weighs 32g, and they offer 8.5 hours of battery life.  

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$149.99 $99.99 at Best Buy</strong></a><br> <strong>$50 off -</strong> A third off the Beats By Dr Dre noise cancelling earbuds with up to 8 hours of playtime and 24 hours of recharge time from the case, which is USB-C compatible. They're IPX4-rated, so they'll cope with a not-too-sweaty workout. We have seen these headphones at a slightly lower price so you may want to hedge your bets until the sales kick in properly.&nbsp;</p>" data-widget-type="deal" data-render-type="editorial">
Beats Studio Buds wireless earbuds: $149.99

Beats Studio Buds wireless earbuds: $149.99 $99.99 at Best Buy
$50 off - A third off the Beats By Dr Dre noise cancelling earbuds with up to 8 hours of playtime and 24 hours of recharge time from the case, which is USB-C compatible. They're IPX4-rated, so they'll cope with a not-too-sweaty workout. We have seen these headphones at a slightly lower price so you may want to hedge your bets until the sales kick in properly. 

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$189.00 at Amazon</strong></a><strong><br> $50 off - </strong>The AirPods Pro 2nd Gen are the latest Pro model available and can currently be had with 24% off. This is cheaper than we've ever seen them so we don't expect they'll get any cheaper for Black Friday.&nbsp;</p>" data-widget-price="{&quot;currency&quot;:&quot;USD&quot;,&quot;amount&quot;:&quot;&quot;}" data-widget-type="deal" data-render-type="editorial">
$189.00 at Amazon

Apple AirPods Pro (2nd Generation): $249 $189.00 at Amazon
$50 off - The AirPods Pro 2nd Gen are the latest Pro model available and can currently be had with 24% off. This is cheaper than we've ever seen them so we don't expect they'll get any cheaper for Black Friday. 

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$109.91 at Amazon</strong></a><br> <strong>56% off -</strong> With more than half slashed off the price of these high-end, active noise-cancelling, wireless headphones you can be sure you're getting a really solid deal. They boast a 27-hour battery life too, and 15 minutes of charging will give you an extra 5 hours of playback if you somehow do use them for over a day straight.&nbsp;Again, we have seen these headphones a little cheaper so you may want to hold off until the sales proper.</p>" data-widget-type="deal" data-render-type="editorial">
Philips H9505 Hybrid ANC Headphones: $109.91 at Amazon

Philips H9505 Hybrid ANC Headphones: $249.99 $109.91 at Amazon
56% off - With more than half slashed off the price of these high-end, active noise-cancelling, wireless headphones you can be sure you're getting a really solid deal. They boast a 27-hour battery life too, and 15 minutes of charging will give you an extra 5 hours of playback if you somehow do use them for over a day straight. Again, we have seen these headphones a little cheaper so you may want to hold off until the sales proper.

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$169.99 $149.99 at Amazon</strong></a><br> <strong>11% off -</strong> The latest generation of the ubiquitous AirPods are on offer at $20 off. They feature 30hrs battery life, spatial audio, and are sweat and water-resistant.&nbsp;We've saw them at $139.99 for a brief period back in August though, so unless you're in a hurry we'd suggest holding out.&nbsp;</p>" data-widget-type="deal" data-render-type="editorial">
Apple AirPods (3rd Gen): $169.99

Apple AirPods (3rd Gen): $169.99 $149.99 at Amazon
11% off - The latest generation of the ubiquitous AirPods are on offer at $20 off. They feature 30hrs battery life, spatial audio, and are sweat and water-resistant. We've saw them at $139.99 for a brief period back in August though, so unless you're in a hurry we'd suggest holding out. 

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$129.95&nbsp;$64.95 at Amazon</strong></a><strong><br> 50% off - </strong>With 50% off in both the white and blue colourways the 760NC's from JBL are also the cheapest they have ever been on Amazon currently. Despite being superseded by the 770NC model they are still excellent headphones at this price.&nbsp;</p>" data-widget-type="deal" data-render-type="editorial">
JBL Tune 760NC: $129.95

JBL Tune 760NC: $129.95 $64.95 at Amazon
50% off - With 50% off in both the white and blue colourways the 760NC's from JBL are also the cheapest they have ever been on Amazon currently. Despite being superseded by the 770NC model they are still excellent headphones at this price. 

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JBL Tune 660NC: $99

JBL Tune 660NC: $99 $49 at Amazon
39% off - The JBL 660NC headphones have nearly 40% off at the moment, the cheapest they have ever been. They are wireless and feature active noise cancellation, a bargain for the price. 

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%c2%a329.99 £15.99 at Amazon</strong></a><br> <strong>47% off -</strong> At nearly half price, these solid little wireless earbuds are even better value. You get 5 hours of playtime from each earbud and an additional 15 from the charging case. They're 20% smaller than the JBud Air too, which is great if you've got smaller ears.&nbsp;</p>" data-widget-type="deal" data-render-type="editorial">
JLab Go Air Wireless Earphones: £29.99

JLab Go Air Wireless Earphones: £29.99 £15.99 at Amazon
47% off - At nearly half price, these solid little wireless earbuds are even better value. You get 5 hours of playtime from each earbud and an additional 15 from the charging case. They're 20% smaller than the JBud Air too, which is great if you've got smaller ears. 

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%c2%a3139.00 £59.00 at Amazon</strong></a><br> <strong>58% off - </strong>With Active Noise Cancellation and a design that's comfortable all day long, these Galaxy buds are great for long rides outdoors, as long as you let the surrounding sounds in so you're not unsafe on the road.&nbsp;</p>" data-widget-type="deal" data-render-type="editorial">
Samsung Galaxy Buds Live (2022 version): £139.00

Samsung Galaxy Buds Live (2022 version): £139.00 £59.00 at Amazon
58% off - With Active Noise Cancellation and a design that's comfortable all day long, these Galaxy buds are great for long rides outdoors, as long as you let the surrounding sounds in so you're not unsafe on the road. 

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%c2%a379.99. at Amazon</strong></a><br> <strong>11% off - </strong>These headphones from Sennheiser are designed to fold up, so they make a compact package to travel with when not in use. They boast 30-hour battery life and fast charging via USB C. These headphones have been cheaper, we'd say hold on until Black Friday for hopefully a bigger discount.&nbsp;</p>" data-widget-type="deal" data-render-type="editorial">
£79.99. at Amazon

Sennheiser HD 350BT Wireless foldable Headphones: £89.99 £79.99. at Amazon
11% off - These headphones from Sennheiser are designed to fold up, so they make a compact package to travel with when not in use. They boast 30-hour battery life and fast charging via USB C. These headphones have been cheaper, we'd say hold on until Black Friday for hopefully a bigger discount. 

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%c2%a3129.99 £99.00 at Currys</strong></a><br> <strong>25% off -</strong> Another sweat-resistant option from JBL, these Reflect Pro earbuds offer a step up from the Tunes with adjustable noise cancelling and a higher waterproof rating. There are two microphones, plus a third to cancel out wind noise when you're out riding.</p>" data-widget-type="deal" data-render-type="editorial">
JBL Reflect Pro Wireless Bluetooth Noise-Cancelling Earbuds: £129.99

JBL Reflect Pro Wireless Bluetooth Noise-Cancelling Earbuds: £129.99 £99.00 at Currys
25% off - Another sweat-resistant option from JBL, these Reflect Pro earbuds offer a step up from the Tunes with adjustable noise cancelling and a higher waterproof rating. There are two microphones, plus a third to cancel out wind noise when you're out riding.

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%c2%a3189.95 at Currys</strong></a><br> <strong>£100 off -</strong> Bose's premium over-ear headphones might be overkill for a turbo session, but they'll serve you well in other situations too. &nbsp;With 24-hour battery life and just 2 hours of recharge time, they'll keep you listening, while the premium leather pads will make it a comfortable experience.</p>" data-widget-type="deal" data-render-type="editorial">
£189.95 at Currys

Bose QuietComfort 45 Over-Ear Wireless Headphones: £289.95 £189.95 at Currys
£100 off - Bose's premium over-ear headphones might be overkill for a turbo session, but they'll serve you well in other situations too.  With 24-hour battery life and just 2 hours of recharge time, they'll keep you listening, while the premium leather pads will make it a comfortable experience.

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Josh Croxton
Josh Croxton
Tech Editor

As the Tech Editor here at Cyclingnews, Josh leads on content relating to all-things tech, including bikes, kit and components in order to cover product launches and curate our world-class buying guides, reviews and deals. Alongside this, his love for WorldTour racing and eagle eyes mean he's often breaking tech stories from the pro peloton too. 


On the bike, 30-year-old Josh has been riding and racing since his early teens. He started out racing cross country when 26-inch wheels and triple chainsets were still mainstream, but he found favour in road racing in his early 20s and has never looked back. He's always training for the next big event and is keen to get his hands on the newest tech to help. He enjoys a good long ride on road or gravel, but he's most alive when he's elbow-to-elbow in a local criterium. 

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