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Technics

Technics

Good8/10

Panasonic's hi-fi brand, famous for SL-1200 turntables and now also premium wireless earbuds and headphones.

Founded
1965
From
Japan
HQ
Osaka, Japan
Owned by
Panasonic (in-house brand since 1965)
Made in
Mostly Asia; some hi-fi and turntables in Japan
www.technics.com

Headphones / earphones / earbuds

Good8/10Premium

Panasonic's Technics earbuds have become a favourite of audio reviewers, with the AZ100 praised for sound and features. Fit does not suit everyone and prices are high, but they are a strong alternative to Sony.

Good at

  • EAH-AZ100 and AZ80 praised for detailed sound
  • Multipoint pairing with up to three devices
  • LDAC support and strong app features

Weak at

  • Premium pricing
  • Earbud fit is divisive
  • Fewer stockists than Sony or Apple
Reliability
Value
Features
Service & warranty
EAH-AZ100EAH-AZ80EAH-AZ40M2EAH-A800

Best for: Sound-focused listeners who juggle several devices

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Researched September 2026 from public reviews, consumer groups and retailer listings, and summarised by hand — ratings are a judgement, not a lab score. Check current reviews and local retailers before you buy.