# SOUND
#1 JBL FLIP 6
If you really want to take your audio wherever the party’s happening, the newest revision of the Flip has it where it counts. It’s portable (of course) and powerful, boasting a super-agile and plenty loud soundstage, which can be tweaked to your liking with in-app EQ. And if things get too raucous, it’ll withstand both the elements and a dip in the pool, thanks to its IP67- rated protection. £129, jbl.com
#2 MARK LEVINSON NO. 5909
These are audiophile headphones for audiophile money, so they’ll not be within everyone’s reach. But if you want access to sublime closedback audio quality at home, as well as the ability to wear your cans out and about and take advantage of adaptive ANC while you’re at it, the 5909s are ready to serve. 40mm beryllium-coated drivers, expertly tuned audio response, high-end design – they’ve got it all. £999, marklevinson.com