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A new pair of headphones can make a big difference in your life, and there's no doubt that Sony makes some of the best ones out there. Whether you want to listen to your favorite artist's new album or play your current audiobook on your commute to work, the Sony WH CH-520 headphones are a great option.
In fact, they're our top pick for a budget option from Sony and also our top pick for budget on-ear headphones. And right now, you can take 37% off the regular price, bringing them to just $38. At that price, you can even pick up a pair for a loved one as the holidays are approaching and they would make a great gift.
Keep in mind: These headphones are great for what they are, a budget option. They lack noise cancellation and are pretty no-frills. But for the price, they feature good sound, are lightweight and comfortable, and they have excellent battery life of up to 50 hours at moderate volume levels. Surprisingly, they feature multipoint Bluetooth pairing, so you can pair them with two devices at the same time (such as a smartphone and a tablet) and switch audio as needed between them. Voice-calling performance is also decent, but obviously a pair with all of the bells and whistles will cost a lot more.
For more deals like this, check out our list of the top headphone and earbud deals happening right now. And if you're looking for more holiday gifts, check out this guide of the best gifts on Amazon for all price ranges.