Sony, Apple, And Other Top Audio Brands Are Heavily Discounted on Amazon (Today Only)
Amazon has officially kicked off the second and final day of its “Prime Early Access Sale,” which many are calling a second Prime Day, as the e-tailer is offering comparable discounts across all categories. Today, during the sale’s final few hours you can score sales on just about anything, from outdoor gear to fitness equipment. But one of our favorite things to shop during this sale is audio gear. Right now, Amazon has some of the year’s best deals on headphones and speakers, with discounts on premium audio products from top brands.
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Better still: some of these early Prime Day deals are available to everyone, not just Prime Members. If you want to access every Prime Day headphone and speaker deal, sign up for a 30-day free trial to Prime here (if you’re not already a member).
What Are the Best Prime Day Speaker and Headphone Deals
Below are some of the best Prime Early Access speaker and headphone deals, including discounts on sporty earbuds, noise-cancelling headphones, and portable speakers from brands like Beats, Sony, and Bose. Keep in mind that these deals will be live today only, so act fast
Best Early Prime Day Headphone Deals
Apple AirPods (2nd Generation) — $70 Off
With new AirPods out now, Apple is cutting the price of its 2nd Gen Airpods on Amazon by a whopping 43%. They’re still a great pair of everyday earbuds with 24 hours of battery life, seamless connectivity with apple devices, and a comfortable fit.
Apple AirPods
Apple AirPods Max — $70
Apple has also discounted its high-end AirPods Max, taking $70 off the price tag (which is considerable for Apple). The noise-cancelling headphones are about as good as consumer headphones get right now, so the discount is very welcome.
Apple AirPods Max
Beats Solo3 Headphones — $38 Off
Beats’ Solo3 headphones get a lot of love (see their 17k+ Amazon review), and for good reason. The nifty on-ear headphones are more streamlined than over-the-ear cans, making them great for the gym or for traveling, but they offer better sound quality than earbuds. Right now, you can snag them for almost 20% off at just $161.
Beats Solo3 Headphones
Sony WH-1000XM5 Headphones — $51 Off
The WH-1000XM5 are Sony’s recent flagship noise-cancelling headphones, so we’re surprised to see them discounted at all for Prime Early Access. They’re among our favorite headphones ever, thanks to industry-leading noise-cancellation and crisp, full sound quality — pick them up for $50 less than retail now.
Sony WH-1000XM5
Sony LinkBuds S Earbuds — $72 Off
Sony’s LinkBuds S earbuds pack high-quality noise-cancellation and a design that becomes flush with your ear when in use. Grab them now for 36% off at $128.
Sony LinkBuds S Earbuds
Bose Noise Cancelling Headphones 700 — $110 Off
Looking to save on some high-end headphones during Prime Early Access? Grab a pair of these lauded Bose Headphones 700s for just $269, $110 less than retail. They’re equipped with some of the industry’s best noise-cancelling technology and premium audio — all packaged in a stylish build.
Bose Noise Cancelling Headphones 700
Beats Studio Buds — 33% Off
Beats’ Studio Buds, the brand’s premium noise-cancelling earbuds, are currently running a 33% discount for Prime Early Access. With active noise cancellation, sweat resistance, seamless pairing with Apple devices, and high-end sound, they easily rival the Airpods Pro— but the Studio Buds are only $100 right now.
Beats Studio Buds
Beats Studio3 Headphones — $180 Off
Yet another pair of Beats headphones with an Early Access discount is the Studio3s — Beats’ top-of-the-line over-the-ear cans. They deliver the best sound quality and noise cancellation powers of any Beats headphones, and they’re discounted a whopping $180 right now.
Beats Studio3 Headphones
JBL Live 300 Earbuds — $95 Off
These JBL Live 300 earbuds are a great alternative to the Apple AirPods, delivering a true wireless design and impressive audio quality — whether you’re listening to hip-hop, rock, or podcasts. They also have a very respectable battery life of up to 20 hours and 6 hours of playback on a single charge. Ahead of Prime Day, the JBL earbuds are discounted a whopping 63%, bringing the price down to just $54.95.
JBL Live 300 Earbuds
Sennheiser HD 599 Headphones — 40% Off
These wired Sennheiser HD 599s are some of the most stylish headphones around, but they sound just as good as they look. They’re also extremely comfortable with plush, thick earcups, and right now they’re discounted 40% for a sale price of just $90.
Sennheiser HD 599 Headphones
Beats Fit Pro x Kim Kardashian — $20 Off
Yes, Kim Kardashian recently created her own earbuds with Beats. And yes, they’re actually very good. The nude-colored earbuds are also on sale right now for $20 less than retail — a surprising discount for such a new and popular release.
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adidas Z.N.E 01 Earbuds — $60 Off
Adidas recently entered the headphones market with these Z.N.E 01 earbuds, which are purpose-built to go from intense exercise to travel to downtime with noise-cancellation and solid sound quality. Pick them up right now for just $129 — $60 less than their normal price.
adidas Z.N.E 01 Earbuds
Marshall Major IV Headphones — $55 Off
Arguably the most stylish headphones around, these vintage-inspired Marshall Major IV headphones are currently on sale for $55 less than their regular price. But don’t let the throwback look fool you: they’re capable Bluetooth cans with 80 hours of battery life.
Marshall Major IV Headphones
Jabra Elite 7 Pro Bluetooth Earbuds — $70 Off
With a streamlined, secure design, these Jabra Elite 7 earbuds are a great option for workouts and running. They sound great too, and right now you can snag them for just $110 — $70 less than retail.
Jabra Elite 7 Pro Bluetooth Earbuds
Philips PH805 Noise-Canceling Headphones — $84 Off
With a current price of $85, these Philips PH805s are some of the best noise-cancelling headphones under $100 right now. With effective active noise cancellation, you’ll be able to focus better in busy environments and hear your music or podcasts more clearly. Plus, 30 hours of battery life means you won’t have to worry about charging the headphones too often.
Philips PH805 Noise-Canceling Headphones
Powerbeats Pro Wireless Earbuds — $50 Off
If you mostly use headphones in the gym or while running, consider picking up these Powerbeats Pro. They’re purpose-built for workouts with secure earhooks, sweat and water resistance, and a true wireless design. Right now you can grab them for $200 — $50 less than retail.
Powerbeats Pro Wireless Earbuds
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 2 — $150 Off
If you’re looking to upgrade your earbud game, maybe for working out or commuting, pick up these premium Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 2 ‘buds. They’re also sporting a very attractive 50% discount right now, bringing the price down from $300 to just $150.
Sennheiser Momentum True Wireless 2
Sennheiser CX True Wireless Earbuds — $60 Off
High-end earbuds are great, but so are budget-friendly earbuds that you don’t need to worry about as much. A case in point is these excellent Sennheiser CX wireless earbuds, which are currently just $70.
Sennheiser CX True Wireless Earbuds
JBL Tune 230NC TWS Noise-Cancelling Earbuds — 50% Off
These JBL Tune earbuds offer a ton of bang for your buck at their normal price of $100, and they’re a downright steal at just $50 for Prime Early Access. Besides having brand-name reliability, they offer solid active noise-cancellation and 40 hours of battery (10 hours of straight listening).
JBL Tune 230NC TWS Noise-Cancelling Earbuds
Best Early Prime Day Speaker Deals
Sony SRS-XB43 Bluetooth Speaker — $107 Off
This SRS-XB43 Bluetooth speaker from Sony is one of the most rugged you’ll find with dust, shock, and waterproofing. Plus, the speaker’s sound quality is excellent, and it lasts for 24 hours between charges. Right now, Sony is shaving $107 off the normal price, bringing the sale price to just $170.88.
Sony SRS-XB43 Bluetooth Speaker
Bose SoundLink Revolve+ (Series II) Bluetooth Speaker — $100 Off
Another great portable speaker getting a discount this Prime Day is the Revolve+ (Series II). It delivers big sound in a small package, and it costs about $100 less than retail right now.
Bose SoundLink Revolve+
Samsung HW-B650 3.1ch Soundbar — $150 Off
If your TV’s audio isn’t cutting it (most don’t), set up a solid home theater audio system in one swoop with this Samsung soundbar package. It comes with a multi-directional soundbar that creates room-filling audio, as well as a capable subwoofer for a more immersive experience. Pick up the whole package now for $150 less than retail at $248.
Samsung HW-B650 3.1ch Soundbar
JBL Bar 5.1 — $311 Off
If you want to score some serious savings on a great soundbar, check out this heavily-discounted JBL Bar 5.1. The two-piece package, discounted a whopping 52% right now, creates a surround sound effect without tweeters and deep, full bass thanks to its 10-inch subwoofer.
JBL Bar 5.1
JBL Bar 2.0 — $70 Off
Another great discounted soundbar from JBL is this Bar 2.0. Slightly smaller than the above the Bar 2.0 doesn’t include a subwoofer, making it ideal for small spaces or bedrooms. Right now you can pick it up for just $130 — $70 less than retail.
JBL Bar 2.0
Bang & Olufsen Beolit 20 Wireless Bluetooth Speaker — $130 Off
One beefy, high-end portable speaker on sale right now is this Bang & Olufsen Beolite 20, marked down from $529 to $399. Like most of B&O’s products, it sounds even better than it looks with rich, deep lows and precise, crisp highs, and the folding handle makes it easy to transport.
Bang & Olufsen Beolit 20
Polk Audio Signa S2 TV Sound Bar — $70 Off
If you want solid home theater audio but your space is tight, check out this Signa S2 soundbar package from Polk. The soundbar and included wireless subwoofer and both on the small side, and the whole package is currently on sale for $329 — $70 less than normal.
Polk Audio Signa S2 TV Sound Bar
Marshall Emberton Bluetooth Speaker — $56 Off
Just like their headphones, Marshall’s portable Bluetooth speakers showcase a vintage-inspired look that we’re obsessed with. The brand’s Emberton speaker is a great example, and it’s currently discounted by $56 to a sale price of just $114.
Marshall Emberton Bluetooth Speaker
JBL Boombox 2 Bluetooth Speaker — $200 Off
If you’re looking for big sound that you can carry, check out JBL’s Boombox 2. It delivers some of the loudest, deepest audio quality of any portable Bluetooth speaker, and it’s currently on sale for $200 less than its normal price.
JBL Boombox 2 Bluetooth Speaker
Philips S7505 Wireless Bluetooth Speaker — $50 Off
At $99 (35% off its normal price), this Philips S7505 Bluetooth speaker is another great choice for on-the-go music. It’s waterproof, loaded with a capable 3.75′-inch driver, and looks great to boot.
Philips S7505 Wireless Bluetooth Speaker
Samsung HW-Q600B 3.1.2ch Soundbar — $270 Off
This HW-Q600B is an upgraded option from Samsung that’s also heavily discounted right now. Normally $600, it’s on sale for just $328 — a whopping 45% discount.
Samsung HW-Q600B 3.1.2ch Soundbar
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