Headphone buying can be a minefield of terms for the non-audiophile. Most people don't spend their whole life in the studio, but some are willing to pay more for the best sound and music.

Music lovers who want the best headphones will find dozens of big brand names, plus a number of excellent smaller manufacturers vying for their attention.

Models from Sennheiser, Sony, Philips and Bowers & Wilkins are all known for producing top quality high resolution audio experiences.

There are plenty of other brands out there and we've tested a few favourites, including Master & Dynamic and Oppo Digital.

The Telegraph has picked out and tested some of the best luxury headphones out now, to help make that choice a little easier when trying to find the best sound for you.