Headphones

Headphones that pinch or make your favourite tracks sound flat? No thanks. The right pair should feel good from the first wear, whether you’re taking calls or zoning in on a podcast.

JB’s massive range of headphones delivers exactly that. Since 1974, we’ve been turning up the tech for Australia, and audio has always been part of our DNA. As the country’s largest retailer of audio gear, we know what makes a pair worth it, from the sound quality you notice straight away to the comfort that still feels good hours later.

JB is where Aussies go for headphones because we know sound and we know tech, so finding your next pair is easy. Our huge headphones range is backed by 50+ years of retail know-how, plus over 205 stores nationwide.

• A name built on sound. JB started with Hi-Fi and recorded music, so audio has always been part of our story.
• Shop headphones your way. Head online, visit your local JB or use Click-and-Collect to lock in your next pair. We deliver Australia-wide.
• Compare more in one place. JB’s headphones collection brings different fits and listening needs together. Line up what matters without jumping between sites.
• Big audio names across every kind of listener. The range covers mainstream icons like Sony, Bose, JBL and Beats, audiophile favourites like Sennheiser, Bowers & Wilkins, Technics and Audio-Technica, gaming audio from RIG, Logitech and Razer, plus everyday picks from Shokz, Skullcandy, Philips and Belkin.
• Help from people who know the gear. Our in-store team can talk you through what matters in plain English, so you feel confident about the pair you choose.

Go wired for sound-per-dollar and zero lag, Bluetooth headphones for freedom and true wireless earbuds for that total cord-free feel.

Wired headphones keep things simple in the best way. Plug in and play, with no charging routine and a steady connection every time. Prefer something pocket-sized? Corded earphones give you that same plug-in reliability in a smaller, in-canal fit.

Wireless headphones are the easy, everyday win if you love moving without a cable in the mix. Just keep battery life on your radar. True wireless earbuds like Apple AirPods, Samsung Galaxy Buds and Google Pixel Buds take that freedom even further, with each bud working on its own.

Start with how you listen most. Are you wearing them on the way to work, during workouts, at your desk, while making music or while gaming? Once you match your headphones to your needs, the right pair gets much easier to spot.

• For the commute and everyday listening? Go for in-ear headphones for something compact that fits easily into your day. The in-canal fit helps with noise isolating by creating a passive seal so your playlist or podcast stays front and centre.
• For the gym and the outdoors? Pick sports headphones when you want a pair made to keep up with you. Want your music going without closing off the world? Open-ear headphones leave your ears uncovered.
• For your desk and deep focus? Choose over-ear headphones for a fuller fit for longer listening sessions. Prefer something lighter for quick calls? On-ear headphones sit on your ears, giving you that classic headphone feel in a smaller build.
• For studio work and serious listening? Reach for monitoring and studio headphones when you want to hear every detail clearly. Audiophile headphones also sit here, especially open-back headphones, which use a vented design to create a wider sound in quiet rooms.
• For gaming? Go for gaming headsets when you want the action and chat in one clean setup. Hear the cues, call the plays and stay locked into the session without stacking extra gear on your desk.

Got a young music fan, movie lover or gamer at home? JB’s range also includes kids headphones made for smaller ears. They’re a handy pick for schoolwork, gaming, travel and downtime without feeling too grown-up.

Yes, noise-cancelling headphones are worth it if commutes or open offices are part of your daily life. Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) uses tiny microphones to detect outside sound, then fires back an opposite sound wave to help cancel it out. The result? Less background buzz, more of what you actually want to hear.

You’ll find ANC tech in over-ear favourites like the AirPods Max, plus true wireless noise-cancelling headphones in in-ear buds like the Bose QuietComfort. That gives you options for big over-ear comfort or a pocket-sized fit, depending on how you like to listen.

Found the headphones that hit the right note? Good. Now make them yours at JB. Even better, don’t forget the gear that keeps the good stuff going. JB’s collection of headphone accessories has headphone amplifiers for home setups, cases and stands to keep your headphones in good shape, plus ear tips and ear cushions for a fit that feels right every time you press play.

Shop online from the couch, see the range in person and drop by your local JB store or use Click-and-Collect to get it sorted fast. From the first beat to the next big binge, JB helps you lock in the sound that feels right from the first play.