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Shure AONIC 50 Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones, Premium Studio-Quality Sound, Bluetooth 5 Wireless Technology, Comfort Fit Over Ear, 20 Hours Battery Life, Fingertip Controls - Brown
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Brand | Shure |
Model Name | AONIC 50 |
Color | Brown |
Form Factor | Over Ear |
Connectivity Technology | Wireless, Bluetooth 5 |
About this item
- PREMIUM WIRELESS STUDIO-QUALITY SOUND: Engineered from decades of professional experience. No cords. No wires. Just pure listening anywhere you go.
- ADJUSTABLE NOISE CANCELLING & ENVIRONMENT MODE: Eliminate distractions for a truly immersive listening experience and hear the outside world with the flip of a switch.
- BLUETOOTH 5 WIRELESS TECHNOLOGY: Enhanced stability and a range of up to 30 feet (10 meters). Pairs to phones, tablets and laptops.
- UP TO 20 HOURS BATTERY LIFE: Uninterrupted audio wherever you go – on the train, on an airplane, at work or at home.
- LONG-WEARING COMFORT & DURABILITY: Built to withstand the rigors of the road. Folds flat for portability with protective carrying case.
- PREMIUM HEADPHONE AMPLIFIER: Supports multiple codecs including Qualcomm aptX, aptX HD, aptX Low Latency audio, Sony LDAC, AAC, and SBC.
- CONNECT TO WIRED SOURCES: Includes 3.5mm analog audio input to stay connected to any device, including airplane entertainment systems, or USB-C digital input for charging and High-Resolution audio.
- ShurePlus PLAY APP: Customize your EQ, noise cancellation and Environment Mode levels. Free to download for iOS and Android.
- FINGERTIP CONTROLS: Quick access to answer calls, activate voice assistant, adjust volume, or pause your music with the push of a button.
- IN THE BOX: Free 2-YEAR WARRANTY included, AONIC 50 Wireless Headphones, protective carrying case, 3.5mm audio cable and a USB-C charging cable.
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Wireless Communication Technology | Bluetooth |
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Special Feature | Noise Cancellation, Volume-Control, Microphone Feature |
Included Components | Shure AONIC 50 Wireless Noise Cancelling Over-Ear Headphones (Brown), Protective Carrying Case, 3.5mm Audio Cable, and USB-C Charging Cable |
Age Range (Description) | Adult |
Specific Uses For Product | Studio |
Headphones Jack | 3.5 mm Jack |
Noise Control | Active Noise Cancellation |
Charging Time | 20 Hours |
Ear Placement | Over Ear |
Compatible Devices | Phones, Tablets, Laptops |
Control Type | Voice Control |
Cable Feature | Without Cable |
Item Weight | 11.8 Ounces |
Frequency Range | 20 Hz - 22 kHz |
Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
Style | Gen 1 |
Control Method | Touch, Voice |
Number of Items | 1 |
Battery Life | 20 Hours |
Manufacturer | Shure |
Item Weight | 11.8 ounces |
Product Dimensions | 10.75 x 10.75 x 3.19 inches |
ASIN | B084S1CYKF |
Item model number | SBH2350-BR-EFS |
Batteries | 1 Lithium Ion batteries required. (included) |
Customer Reviews |
4.1 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #187,107 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics) #3,992 in Over-Ear Headphones |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | April 2, 2020 |
Color Name | Brown |
Connector Type | usb-c,wireless |
Hardware Interface | Bluetooth 5 |
Size | One Size |
Battery type | Lithium Ion |
Power Source | Battery-Powered |
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Product Description
Engineered from decades of stage and studio experience, the AONIC 50 Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones deliver premium listening with exceptional comfort and durability. Immerse yourself in an uninterrupted, world-class listening experience wherever you go.
From the manufacturer
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Premium, Studio-Quality Sound
Engineered from decades of professional experience. No cords. No wires. Just pure listening anywhere you go.
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Adjustable Noise Cancellation
Helps to eliminate distractions for a truly immersive listening experience.
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Environment Mode
Allows you to hear the outside world with the flip of a switch.
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Up to 20 Hours of Battery Life
Provides uninterrupted audio wherever you go – on the train, on an airplane, at work or at home.
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Long-Wearing Comfort and Durability
Built to withstand the rigors of the road. Folds flat for portability with protective carrying case.
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AONIC 50
Commuting to Work
Enjoy studio-quality sound on your commute via bus, train, airplane or any way you travel.
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AONIC 50
Enjoy Your Music
Experience uninterrupted, world-class listening wherever you go.
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AONIC 50
Work from Home
Collaborate with confidence knowing that you're backed by studio-quality sound.
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AONIC 50
Travel
Long wearing comfort and noise cancellation make the AONIC 50 a must-have for travel.
Free ShurePlus PLAY app
Personalize features with your device (iOS and Android)
Shure AONIC Headphones
50 mm Driver | Driver | 40mm Composite |
Single-Hinge | Design | Double-Hinge |
20 Hours | Battery Life | 25 Hours |
Adjustable Analog | ANC | Adjustable Digital |
| Shure PlusPlay App | |
| Environment Mode | |
| Noise Cancelling | |
50 mm Driver | Driver | 40mm Composite |
Single-Hinge | Design | Double-Hinge |
20 Hours | Battery Life | 25 Hours |
Adjustable Analog | ANC | Adjustable Digital |
| Shure PlusPlay App | |
| Environment Mode | |
| Noise Cancelling | |
Does the AONIC 50 have Active Noise Cancellation?
Yes! The AONIC 50 has adjustable noise cancellation, meaning you can select your desired amount of noise cancellation in the ShurePlus PLAY app.
Is Multipoint Pairing supported?
Yes, the AONIC 50 has advanced Multipoint Pairing
How long is the battery life of the AONIC 50?
Up to 20 hours when listening at 100db volume with ANC off. The Standby time is about 35 hours.
Can the AONIC 50 stream audio over USB?
Yes! The headphones support Hi-Res streaming from a laptop, desktop, or any device with a Type A or Type C USB port. Note you will need an Apple camera adaptor kit for use with an iPhone.
Can I use a regular 3.5mm headphone jack?
The included cable connects to the AONIC 50 with a 2.5mm plug. The other end terminates with a 3.5mm plug.
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Comfort | 4.4 | 4.4 | 4.4 | 4.5 | 4.5 | 4.0 |
Sound quality | 4.4 | 4.4 | 4.4 | 4.6 | 4.6 | 4.4 |
Battery life | 4.2 | 4.2 | 4.2 | 4.6 | 4.6 | 4.6 |
Noise cancellation | 3.6 | 3.6 | 3.6 | 4.3 | 4.3 | 4.2 |
Volume control | 5.0 | 5.0 | 5.0 | — | — | — |
Sold By | AVLGEAR | Amazon.com | Amazon.com | Avant-Garde Deals | RhodyRetail | Amazon.com |
connectivity tech | Wireless, Bluetooth 5 | Wireless | Wireless | Wireless | Wireless | Wireless |
headphones form factor | Over Ear | Over Ear | Over Ear | Over Ear | Over Ear | Over Ear |
connector type | usb-c,wireless | wireless | usb-c,wireless | usb,wireless | usb,wireless | — |
noise control | active noise cancellation | — | active noise cancellation | active noise cancellation | active noise cancellation | hybrid noise cancellation |
headphones jack | 3.5 mm Jack | — | 3.5 mm Jack | 3.5 mm Jack | 3.5 mm Jack | — |
cable feature | Without Cable | Without Cable | Without Cable | Without Cable | Without Cable | Without Cable |
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Customers like the ease of use, comfort, and battery life of the headphones. For example, they mention it's easy to use and manage, has good controls, and can be worn for an extended period without any discomfort. That said, some complain about the portability. Opinions are mixed on connectivity, quality, fit, and sound quality.
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Customers like the comfort of the headphones. They say the thick padding is great, and the fit is good. They also appreciate the tight, full-bodied bass and overall well-tuned sound.
"...This was a well thought out, comfortable, well designed stylish headphone that tries to do everything and does it well." Read more
"...More comfortable than the Sonys. Didn't have a headache at the end of the day and I had to reposition the band on top fewer times.-..." Read more
"...While they are probably comfortable headphones for most people, this makes them a little bit uncomfortable for me...." Read more
"...The B&O's are generally the most comfortable around and their house sound has a nice warmth, but they color the sound no matter what you do on the..." Read more
Customers like the battery life of the headphones. They say it has enough battery to get them through all-day recording sessions. Some say the headphones can be worn for an extended period without any discomfort. They also mention that the noise cancellation feature lasts about 16-18 hours. However, some customers report that the battery wears quickly over time.
"...Reasonably comfortable for extended wear. 6) Enough battery to get me though all-day recording sessions over Zoom...." Read more
"...Other people hear me well during a phone call. Decent battery life. Lots of bluetooth codes...." Read more
"Great sound quality, detail. Heavier than most Bluetooth. Charge lasts a long time." Read more
"...Lasts for weeks between charges with occasional use. App has a great EQ that actually works without requiring use of another media player." Read more
Customers like the ease of use of the headphones. They say the controls are intuitive, easy to use and manage, and convenient. They also appreciate the simple buttons and the good controls and app. Customers also say the headphones are easy to pair with multiple devices and have excellent pass-through settings for hearing external sounds when necessary.
"...Easy to use.- Earpieces fold up into the headband but cannot twist to lay flat.-..." Read more
"...Which is why I like the environment mode so well. But switching back and forth is super easy, you just slide the switch up for environmental, middle..." Read more
"...Although fairly easy to operate once you locate the little center button they aren't particularly tactile...." Read more
"...is wind can really cause some pretty heavy noise that is incredibly irritating (to me.)..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the sound quality of the headphones. Some mention that the sound is incredible and immersive as one would expect from a Shure product, they enjoy the noise canceling aspect, and it amplifies sounds around you so that you hear more clearly. They also like the bright, crisp upper frequencies, excellent fidelity across the board. However, some say that rattle sounds can be heard while on and that they connect via LDAC, and that there are intermittent clicks of static.
"...Through the app you can adjust noise canceling and transparent hearing levels, e.G. by default the ANC mode is set at maximum, but in the app you..." Read more
"...BEST noise cancelling (I was surprised how well the noise cancelling worked, best I've ever heard and there are a few customizable options in the..." Read more
"...It actually amplifies sounds around you so that you hear more clearly even than with open-back headphones. And you can adjust the volume level...." Read more
"...For a boomless mic, it works great: voice sounds clear to the other parties, and noise is mostly cancelled. Check videos on YouTube on that.*..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the quality of the headphones. Some mention that they have great build quality, and are solid pick as all-arounder Bluetooth headphones. However, others say that the earpads started coming apart, the construction is relatively cheap, and the padding started to disintegrate.
"...The box is unique in that it is mostly round, the case is big, but is well built and has room for cables, and a DAP if you want to use the..." Read more
"...Largest case, but is rigid, so great protection.- Quality feels on-par with the Sennheisers. Both have more metal than the Sonys...." Read more
"...Buy these for the sound.3. Built quality is good, not amazing. I would recommend buying some 3rd party pads instead as they are replaceable...." Read more
"...It's also useful when playing on stage, so I can hear myself.* Call quality, both in terms of voice clarity and noise cancellation..." Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the connectivity of the headphones. Some mention that they have great bluetooth capabilities, and can connect to multiple devices at once. They also say that the Bluetooth range is very good, and the headphones can connect successfully to both the stereo and laptop. However, some customers have connectivity issues after leaving the room, and some say that they lose the bluetooth connection.
"...well designed stylish headphone that tries to do everything and does it well." Read more
"...SBC, AAC, AptX, AptX-HD, AptX-LL, and LDAC, with pretty easy multi-point connections...." Read more
"...While testing it, I had connectivity issues after leaving the room while wearing the headphones, in which case it lost connection to both laptop and..." Read more
"...CONNECTIVITY: Bluetooth for the most part functions well with decent range. No latency issues of any kind...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the fit of the headphones. Some mention that it fits great and is more neutral than any other headphones they have tried. They like that the case is big, but well built and has a great sense of space. However, others say that the headphones are attractive but a bit small. The case this thing comes in is just huge. Some say that they are compatible with prosumer gear and worth every penny.
"...They are very attractive headphones, but a bit small. My hat size is 7 7/8 for reference, which is "Extra Extra Large"...." Read more
"...The box is unique in that it is mostly round, the case is big, but is well built and has room for cables, and a DAP if you want to use the..." Read more
"...clamping force and the headband are a bit tight, and the earcups don't fit well enough, pressing the bottom of m ears...." Read more
"...Largest case, but is rigid, so great protection.- Quality feels on-par with the Sennheisers. Both have more metal than the Sonys...." Read more
Customers find the headphones too heavy, bulky, and difficult to travel with. They also say the carrying case is gigantic and difficult. Some mention that the headphones don't cup very well, making them feel heavy after a while. Overall, some customers feel the headphones are not very portable.
"...They seem heavy when you're looking at specs, but the difference between these and the WH-1000xm2s is negligible when you're actually wearing..." Read more
"...On top of that, Shure's is heavier. For me, the Bose's are the most comfortable, with Sony's doing a decent job as well.*..." Read more
"...Firm case for storage will protect them well and is compact for traveling.- Third Place..." Read more
"...They're bulky, and while they feel solid, they also somehow feel cheap...." Read more
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The box is unique in that it is mostly round, the case is big, but is well built and has room for cables, and a DAP if you want to use the headphones with something other than your smartphone. AS far as cables go, shure includes a good length USB-C cable, as well as an analog cable with a 2.5 MM plug for the headphones, and a 3.5 MM plug for the end that connects to your phone, laptop etc. If you own a headphone that doesn't have a headphone jack and you want to stream wired, the Aonic 50 can also be used for listening via USB-C. It can charge while being used for audio via USB-C as well.
The headphones took 4 hours to charge, and you get 23 hours while using ANC. Will be longer battery life in passive mode, but volume level of course will affect how long they last before needing a charge.
For bluetooth they support SBC, AAC, APTX, APTX-LL, APTX-HD and LDAC. APTX-LL helps reduce or illiminate the lag of audio while watching video, but only on compatible devices from brands such as LG, Google and Samsung.
The headphones also have a companion app, the shure play app found in the play store and app store.
Through the app you can adjust noise canceling and transparent hearing levels, e.G. by default the ANC mode is set at maximum, but in the app you can change the default to the lower setting if you want, and it's easy to switch between the 2. That default you choose is saved to the headphones as well. Through the same app you can create playlists with your existing music files stored on your device or SD card, as well as use various sound presets or create your own custom sound. Sadly, shure made the curious decision of only allowing the sound to be changed while playing music in the app. Several people have asked if this will be changed in a future update, which will be helpful if you want to change the sound but stream music through a service like Amazon music HD, Spotify etc. Fortunately the headphones really do sound fantastic out of the box however.
These are objectively, the most neutral bluetooth headphones i've ever listened to. While i haven't listened to every bluetooth headphone out there, i've owned or auditioned many of the top models from Bose, Sony, Sennheiser, B & W, PSB, NAD, Beyerdynamic AudioTechnica etc. neutral means different things to different people, and that isn't a bad thing, but in each varrying opinion of neutral there is some level of balance relative to what you hear, and the amount of it. E.G. how much bass you might hear, proportionate to the mids and treble.
In the case of the Aonic 50, the mids are smooth but precise, occasionally that precision does reveal slight spikes in upper mids and treble, but this doesn't happen often and is the exception. more often however, you get a clinical representation of your music, which takes the experience of listening to these headphones to a special place.
AT times i wish that bass drums had just a bit more fullness to them, but they certainly don't sound thin. Bass is present when called upon, and you always hear and feel the lowest notes in a way that is impressive.
listening via the analog cable even while hooked up to a pocket HD radio is amazing.
Noise canceling blocks out low rumbles well and some mid sounds but voices come through but at a level that isn't a distraction. And with music on you'd be hard pressed to hear much of anything going on around you.
Shure also provides the option to listen to what i around you, via what they refer to as 'Environment mode.' This setting is very natural sounding on the headphones and while it can be adjusted, is at a perfect level for my use.
The buttons are on the right earcup, as well as the charing and analog ports.
The power button is on the bottom, and powers the headphones after being held for 2 seconds. By default the Aonic 50 is in pairing mode, but if you need to connect to a 2nd device to take advantage of the multipoint connectivity shure has included, then press and hold the power button for 6 seconds till you hear pairing mode. 2 quick taps of the power button gives an estimate of the battery level at high, medium and low.
the next button is the volume down, the volume up is 2 buttons above it. inbetween these 2 is a small but distinct multifunction button. pressing and holding for 2 seconds while listening to audio or when music is paused activates your assistent. 1 press for play-pause, 2 for next track, 3 for previous track. For calls 1 press to answer and end, a press and hold for 2 seconds rejects the call. people i spoke with said that i sounded clear, even while doing tasks around the house or walking around. The last button is set in the middle by default, which is pasive mode. one flick down activates ANC and 1 flick up from default position activates environement mode.
shure really hit it out of the park with this headphone. This was a well thought out, comfortable, well designed stylish headphone that tries to do everything and does it well.
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These sound so good, and they do so many other things right that other headphones do wrong, that I can't not love them.
For reference, the "name" headphones I've owned and used in the past are the MDR-7506, ATH-M40x, ATH-ANC9, WH-1000xm2, WI-1000xm2, Razer USB-C ANC, Libratone Q-Adapt In-Ear ANC, and (briefly) NuraLoop—and I wouldn't trade these for any of them.
First, the sound: Over the course of an average week, I listen to jazz, jam bands, a few different genres of synth pop, indie rock, film scores, blues, and rock. I prefer a relatively "flat" balance, something that will let me hear more complex instrumentation clearly but not make simpler arrangements feel hollow. A week or two into the Aonic 50, I'm consistently discovering new details, even in albums I've listened to dozens and dozens of times before, and even when I'm not sitting down and focusing on the music. Yesterday, while listening to music at work, a song I've listened to hundreds of times over the past 15 years came on. When the chorus kicked in, someone down the hall started singing something loudly enough that I could hear it through my headphones—then I took them off and realized that no one was singing. It was just the Aonic 50 making backup singers audible who were buried so deep in the mix that other headphones had always obscured them before. They are the best sounding Bluetooth over-ears I've ever used, and the best-sounding ANC over-ears I've ever used.
Comfort: Yes, the inside of the pads touch my ears. Yes, that usually bothers me a lot and limits how long I can wear a set of headphones for. No, that's not a problem with these. Maybe it's because the interior of the pads are a breathable mesh instead of pleather? Maybe it's because of the cushioning material inside of the earcups? As well as being the best-sounding over-ears, these are the second most comfortable over-ears I've used (after the old ATH-ANC9). And in-ears are just not that comfortable for me. Even with Comply tips. Even with custom tips. So, yeah, I'm finding myself wearing these more often and for longer than any other set of headphones or in-ears I've ever had, and not getting uncomfortable, hot or weary of them. They seem heavy when you're looking at specs, but the difference between these and the WH-1000xm2s is negligible when you're actually wearing them.
Wired Connectivity: Dear goodness, other headset makers should be ashamed. SBC, AAC, AptX, AptX-HD, AptX-LL, and LDAC, with pretty easy multi-point connections. With headphone jacks basically extinct except on audiophile-focused devices like PMPs and phones from Sony and LG, and with a lot of Android phone makers choosing either AptX-HD or LDAC instead of supporting both, finding a set of great-sounding headphones that I know I'll be able to still use to their full potential even if I change phones has been much harder than it should be. Huge kudos to Shure for putting in the little bit of extra effort to make sure we aren't dropping hundreds of dollars on something that might end up being crippled if an accident happens and we need to upgrade to a more recent-model phone.
Unfortunately, when I connect via LDAC, I get intermittent clicks of static, as well as regular staticy distortion on a lot of midrange and high-end sounds. Not that noticeable when listening to something with crunchy, distorted electric guitar, but pretty glaring on basically all other music and any podcasts or videos. This problem is less noticeable at the lowest of the three LDAC connection speeds, but still present. From looking around at a couple forums, this doesn't seem to be an isolated incident. So, points for LDAC, but deductions for LDAC being inherently problematic. I hope that this is something that can be fixed via a firmware update, because it's the thing that's really keeping me from being able to recommend these without reservation.
Wired Connectivity: Again, the Aonic 50 makes other headphones look deliberately crippled. Bluetooth headphones, especially ones that cost between $200 and $500, are targeted at people who use them on the go—and if the headphones have ANC, it's probably because those on-the-go folks are often dealing with train and plane engine noise. USB-C quick-charging is great, but so many headphones don't let you listen while charging, and despite the fact that USB-C is perfectly capable of delivering data and power at the same time, most headphones don't let you listen over USB-C. These do. It's not a feature I'd probably use A LOT, but it's a feature that I know I'm going to be REALLY glad for on the few occasions I do need it. It's a little gesture that engenders a ton of goodwill from me.
The other wired listening option is via a 2.5mm analogue jack. The headphones come with a 2.5mm-to-3.5mm cable, and I already have a third-party 2.5mm-to-3.5mm cable that includes inline volume controls, mic and remote, but a more standard 3.5mm jack on the headphones would have taken it from good to great.
Basically, these are great, but their LDAC implementation is sub-par.
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Having owned mine a few years though, if you wish to keep yours around that long (I think at $400 a pop this is reasonable--and I have got attached to mine) and are going to work them that hard, new purchasers should know the following:
1) the headband cover over the foam is thin vinyl of some kind, and will come apart. Invest in an aftermarket band cover that wraps around it. Spend the $10 to $20 for one that buttons up some webbing or whatever over the band to keep them looking good and usable.
2) the ear cushions will likewise wear out with regular use. Again, stock ones are pretty thin vinyl. This seems to me I guess not unreasonable considering the hours mine have done, but, again, bear it in mind. Nice aftermarket ones are available, fortunately.
3) I rated them four stars battery life not because there's actually anything wrong with the battery life, but the absence of an auto off feature means I've wound up charging mine a little more than might have otherwise, due to leaving them on and falling asleep or having to tend to whatever other task and forgetting.
4) Mine are very picky about their charging cable. I have rather a lot of decent chargers and cables around including 100W PD capable units, and the only ensemble I have around right now that puts any juice into the battery of these phones through their USB-C port is a relatively short, beefy USB C to USB C from one of those big PD cubes. Other decent, pricey, beefy cables and more stock chargers that work on everything else (I have lots of gear), these phones won't charge through those.
... still: bear in mind being on my head is wartime service for phones. And these are absolutely excellent, worth a little upkeep.
Die Aonic 50 Gen 2 haben einige Stärken, die ich sofort uneingeschränkt bestätigen kann:
- Absolut problemlose Konnektivität über Bluetooth, auch zwei Geräte gleichzeitig bzw. im Wechsel, dabei sehr gute Reichweite bzw. störungsfreie Übertragung
- Guter Klang, noch besser mit EQ Optimierung über die App, auch beliebig bass-stark einstellbar
- Guter Tragekomfort auf dem Kopf und auf den Ohren, trotz des hohen Gewichts; mittlerer Anpressdruck, Ohren werden nicht zu warm
- Sehr hochwertig und stabil, super robuste Bügel, sehr schönes Kunstleder und schöne Kunststoff-Oberflächen
- Sehr laut über Bluetooth
- Lange Akkulaufzeit, auch bei aktivem NC und hoher Lautstärke
- Viele gute Einstellmöglichkeiten in der App
- Überraschend gute Klangqualität der Mikrophone beim Telefonieren (natürlich trotzdem empfindlich gegen Wind und Umgebungsgeräusche)
Ich bin wie gesagt sehr zufrieden mit dem Kopfhörer und werde ihn auf jeden Fall behalten. Trotzdem noch einige Punkte, die vielleicht nicht ganz perfekt sind:
- Die Bedienung über die kleinen physischen Tasten an der rechten Ohrmuschel ist etwas gewöhnungsbedürftig. Ich finde die grds. besser als irgendwelche fehleranfälligen Sensoren, aber man muss schon etwas feinfühlig danach tasten. Ich habe die Play/Pause Taste auch schon häufiger versehentlich gedrückt, weil man da leicht dagegen tippt.
- Der Klang sollte nach eigenem Geschmack über die App optimiert werden. Die parametrischen Equalizer sind allerdings für Anfänger ungeeignet, und Fortgeschrittene können sich in stundenlangem Herumfummeln verlieren. Ich habe am Ende Bass und Mitten etwas angehoben und Höhen etwas abgesenkt, vereinfacht ausgedrückt.
- Der Kopfhörer ist schon ziemlich groß, sieht auf dem Kopf eher wuchtig als stylish aus (falls das für jemanden wichtig wäre), lässt sich auch nicht so klein verstauen, und das mitgelieferte Case ist mir viel zu klobig
- Der Anschluss für analoges Klinkenkabel hat nur eine 2,5mm Buchse, nicht 3,5mm, dafür muss man also immer ein Spezialkabel dabei haben, wenn man ihn nutzen möchte. Der Kopfhörer ist abgesehen davon auch deutlich leiser über Klinke oder USB. Ich konnte ihn übrigens im HiRes Modus über USB und Apple Camera Connection Kit (Adapter Lightning auf USB-A) am iPhone betreiben, auch über USB-C direkt am Android Handy. Das hat mich zwar technisch befriedigt, dass es überhaupt geht, aber in der Praxis werde ich das vermutlich selten zusammen stöpseln, ist schon unhandlich.
- Die digitale Raumklang-Simulation „Spatializer“ ist mE klanglich misslungen, werde ich wohl nie nutzen