TechRadar Guide Tells Shoppers to Skip AU$699 Premium Headphones for Eight Discounted Sets
TechRadar published a guide on September 30, 2026, by senior staff writer Max, advising shoppers not to pay AU$699 for premium headphones and instead consider eight discounted sets with up to 61% off.
The guide is attributed to Max, a senior staff writer for TechRadar. According to the publication, he covers home entertainment and audio first, NBN plans second and virtually anything else under the consumer electronics umbrella third.
Max began his career at What Hi-Fi?, where he spent three years. During that time, according to TechRadar, he went from not knowing what a DAC was to demonstrating expert knowledge of brands, their latest releases and which ones could be deemed the best.
He then moved to Pocket-lint for a couple of years, reviewing soundbars, headphones, home speaker systems and TVs, while also producing a range of news and features for the site's day-to-day running.
In the last few years, Max developed a passion for fitness and health, learning not only how to keep himself fit in the gym but also how a range of wearable devices can prove to be expert assistants. He continued his writing in the men's lifestyle space before returning to consumer technology with Future, where he is now also the editor of Australian Hi-Fi and Audio Esoterica magazines.
When he has spare time, Max goes to the gym. TechRadar notes that he has dreams of one day learning to DJ.
The headline identifies the eight discounted headphone sets and the maximum discount of 61%. The guide is presented as an alternative to paying AU$699 for premium headphones.
Editor's Summary
TechRadar has published a guide by senior staff writer Max advising shoppers not to pay AU$699 for premium headphones and instead consider eight discounted sets at up to 61% off. The article draws on Max's audio journalism background, including three years at What Hi-Fi? and a couple of years reviewing audio and home entertainment products at Pocket-lint.