Sony's basic WH-CH520 headphones are on sale for less than $40

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SAVE $31.99: As of Aug. 18, the Sony WH-CH520 wireless headphones are on sale for only $38 at Amazon. That's 46% off their current list price of $69.99.


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Although they're the most basic headphones in Sony's current lineup, the WH-CH520s still have a lot to love about them. First and foremost, their price.

As of Aug. 18, the Sony WH-CH520s are on sale for just $38 at Amazon — that's a savings of 46% or $31.99. Recently, these headphones got a $10 price hike, raising their list price from $59.99 to $69.99. That means the discount — which is just $2 shy of the lowest price on record — is an even better deal than it was on Prime Day.

The sound quality may not wow you like the $450 WH-1000XM6 headphones, but the WH-CH520s are still made by Sony. And when it comes to Sony products, we can always expect impressive audio. They'll last you a solid 50 hours on a single charge, which is actually 10 hours longer than the XM6s. Plus, a three-minute fast-charge gives you an extra hour and a half of listening time.

Other standout features include multipoint connection, hands-free calling, a lightweight and comfy design, and customizable EQ. You have the option to create your own sound profiles or pick a preset to match the genre you're into. For casual on-ears, they have a lot going for them. They even come in a variety of colors (all of which are on sale), including a trendy butter yellow.

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Christina Buff is a Nashville-based freelance writer for who covers shopping with a splash of entertainment. If you’re ever wondering what streaming service you need to watch something (and the cheapest way to sign up for it), she’s your girl.

Christina received a B.S. in Business Communication (concentration in writing) from Stevenson University and began her professional journey writing and editing press releases. Since then, she’s written content for a marketing agency, blogged for celebrities, and covered local news, politics, women’s lifestyle, fashion, beauty, and just about everything in between for various publications.

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