Sound Origin SO-FOREST Forest Wireless On-ear headphones

Wireless Hi-Fi Headphones with Active Noise Cancellation

The Sound Origin SO-FOREST is a wireless over-ear headphone built for daily listening. Active Noise Cancellation filters background noise so music, podcasts, and films stay clear at home, on public transport, or in a busy office. Bluetooth 6.0 delivers a stable wireless connection, and a 3.5 mm auxiliary input lets you plug in directly when needed. This model is the right choice for listeners who want long battery life, comfortable wear, and modern features at an accessible price.

What Makes the SO-FOREST Stand Out

Two details set this headphone apart at this price tier. The metal headband replaces the plastic frames common in entry-level ANC headphones, giving the SO-FOREST better resistance to twisting and folding over time. Multipoint Bluetooth pairing keeps the headphones connected to two devices at once — a laptop and a smartphone, for example — and switches automatically when a call comes in. A dedicated EQ switch between Music and Game modes tailors the sound profile to different content types without touching your phone.

Technical Specifications

The hardware centres on a 400 mAh rechargeable battery delivering up to 35 hours of playback without ANC and 23 hours with ANC on. A full recharge takes 2 hours via USB-C. At 252 g with faux-leather earpads and a rotating folding design, the headphones slip easily into the included soft carry pouch. Hands-free calling and voice assistant support run through the physical buttons on the earcups.

• Bluetooth Version: 6.0 — modern wireless standard with stable range
• Active Noise Cancellation: feedforward ANC — reduces ambient noise for clearer listening
• Battery Life: 35 h (23 h with ANC on) — multi-day use between charges
• Battery Capacity: 400 mAh — rechargeable via USB-C in 2 hours
• Weight: 252 g — lightweight over-ear design for long sessions
• Connections: Bluetooth 6.0, 3.5 mm aux input, multipoint pairing

Who Is It For

The SO-FOREST suits commuters, students, remote workers, and casual listeners who want wireless ANC without flagship pricing. The 35-hour battery covers a full work week of commutes and calls, and the multipoint connection helps anyone juggling a laptop and a phone during the day. The folding design and included soft carry pouch make it easy to slip into a backpack for travel. For users upgrading from basic wired headphones, this model is a meaningful step into modern wireless audio with practical everyday features.

Sound Origin by Bigben — A New Audio Signature

Launched by Bigben, a French audio company with more than forty years in consumer electronics, Sound Origin (stylised SOUND ØRIGIN) carries the tagline "Your Vibe, Your Sound" — capturing the goal of combining modern design, active noise cancellation, and accessible pricing in one product line. The SO-FOREST sits in the launch range alongside Mist and Onyx colourways, with a Pro version offering hybrid ANC and longer battery life for users who want more.