These wireless headphones transported me to audio nirvana, and are my new all-time favorite

• The Dali IO-8 headphones are available on Amazon for $1,250.
• They produce a clarity of sound and separation that will blow you away.
• The beige colorway isn't the most attractive, and the designed excuses premium.

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I've been a connoisseur of headphones since the 1980s. Back then, I was living on a student's budget and couldn't afford the best of the best. Still, I sought out headphones that not only I could afford but delivered a sound worthy of my discerning palette.

Whenever I saw someone with headphones, I'd ask, "Can I try those?" hoping to find just the right pair.

Fast-forward to now, and I receive a lot of headphones for review. Every time I open a pair, I think, "Please, blow me away." A few have reached such highs (such ...