Update: can’t believe these are getting cheaper. A no brained at $70 that they are listed at now. Mine are still going strong, use them daily to block out coworkers.
I usually use a pair of grado SR-60s at home which I love and think are well balanced for my taste music I like (indie, classical, 60s soul, some IDM). Those don't work for the office because of the open air design, so I use Standard apple earbuds. At first seems these seemed overly bassy and a little muddy, but after a couple of days realized I was probably used to tinny Apple earbuds, and pairs really fast with iPhone 6 iOS10, all button gestures work well. Everyone has already mentioned that these sound good, so I will mention that they block sound in my office well (half the reason I got them). They are a little heavy but I got used to that quickly. Battery is still going after the first charge 3 days ago. Bag is neoprene. When used with included cord, sound the same to my ears. I tried a pair of $400 Bluetooth Beats at target and really don't think they could be worth the extra $280, especially because the music most people listen to is probably compressed anyway. My only negative is that they don't fold much for being foldable, and if they lie flat around your neck, the speakers point up which is distracting if taking them off for a quick conversation. The power button is also easy to hit when folding for storage. These are minor complaints. Considering most reputable brand BT headphones are $70-100, at $119 these seem like a nice step up from overly bassy Skullcandy and a much cheaper option than Beats.
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This Item  AKG Bluetooth Headphone Black (Y50BTBLK) |  |  |  |  |  | |
| Price | — | $99.00 | -29% $270.00 List: $379.95 | -25% $29.99 List: $39.99 | -6% $373.99 List: $399.00 | -13% $348.00 List: $399.99 |
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| Sold By | — | AnkerDirect | Electronics Expo (Authorized Dealer) | AnkerDirect | BuyBuyForNow | Amazon.com |
| connectivity tech | Bluetooth | Wireless | Bluetooth 5.2 | Wireless | Wireless | Bluetooth |
| headphones form factor | On Ear | On Ear | Over Ear | On Ear | Over Ear | Over Ear |
| connector type | wireless | USB Type C | wireless | — | wireless | Stereo Mini Jack |
| noise control | active noise cancellation | active noise cancellation | active noise cancellation | — | active noise cancellation | active noise cancellation |
| headphones jack | 3.5 mm Jack | — | 3.5 mm Jack | — | — | 3.5 mm Jack |
| cable feature | Detachable | Retractable | Without Cable | Retractable | Without Cable, Retractable | Without Cable |
| control type | Media Control | Media Control | Voice Control | Media Control | Voice Control | Voice Control |
From the manufacturer
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AKG Acoustics was founded in 1947 in Vienna, Austria. The company quickly established a reputation for superior microphones and other audio equipment in radio stations, theaters and jazz clubs around Europe.
More than 60 years and 1,500 patents later, the AKG brand is one of the most famous in professional audio-producing microphones, headphones and wireless technology for recording studios, radio and TV stations and opera houses. AKG equipment has gone on tour with Frank Sinatra, Eric Clapton, Peter Gabriel, Stevie Wonder, Aerosmith, the Rolling Stones, Rod Stewart and Kanye West.
AKG Y50BT (Black)
Premium On-ear Bluetooth Headphones
Looking for the proper cans to complement your style all while enabling you to freely create? Introducing the AKG Y50BT headphones. Bluetooth enabled for seamless connectivity and capable of more than 20 hours of battery lifefor spontaneous acts of artistry, the AKG Y50BTs feature 40mm drivers for balanced powerful soundand the same sound quality of the Y50, which was awarded with theWhat Hi-Fi’s product of the Year award. But it doesn’t stop there - equal to their audio excellence is their appearance. With three bold colors and surfaces specially coated for a hybrid matte glossy look, the AKG Y50BT bring the soundand look good while doing it.
- Legendary AKG sound
- Bluetooth enabled for music and calls
- More than 20 hours battery life
- Frequency range: 20-20kHz
- Sensitivity: 113dB SPL/V
- Impedance: 32ohms
Award winning sound gets stylish and goes wireless.
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Legendary AKG soundA clear, word-class and award winning acoustic signature that will take your musical enjoyment and appreciation to new levels. |
Bluetooth enabled for music and calls.Pursue your passions wirelessly and easily, with ear-cup mounted controls. |
More than 20 hours battery lifeThe music never stops. The Y50BT works with a by-pass cable that allows you to enjoy your favorite jams even if you run out of battery |
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I really loved the sound quality and light weight of this unit
I bought this bluetooth headset about a year ago. I really loved the sound quality and light weight of this unit. The battery stays longer than i expected.This, however, has cons such as unreasonable location of power button that many reviewers mentioned.Also my volume + button doesn't work when it was pressed. It has to be hold and slide to left or right to work. Perhaps I received fauty unit?This unit comes with soft carrying pouch, so it is somewhat vulnerable to damages. The joint of right ear cup popped out during my vacation while i carried it in my backpack.Overall this is decent headsets with great sound quality and disappointed built quality. I recommend this, but make sure you get a hard case as well.
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Reviewed in the United States on May 9, 2017
Reviewed in the United States on January 31, 2018
This, however, has cons such as unreasonable location of power button that many reviewers mentioned.
Also my volume + button doesn't work when it was pressed. It has to be hold and slide to left or right to work. Perhaps I received fauty unit?
This unit comes with soft carrying pouch, so it is somewhat vulnerable to damages. The joint of right ear cup popped out during my vacation while i carried it in my backpack.
Overall this is decent headsets with great sound quality and disappointed built quality. I recommend this, but make sure you get a hard case as well.
I really loved the sound quality and light weight of this unit
Reviewed in the United States on January 31, 2018
I bought this bluetooth headset about a year ago. I really loved the sound quality and light weight of this unit. The battery stays longer than i expected.Reviewed in the United States on January 31, 2018
This, however, has cons such as unreasonable location of power button that many reviewers mentioned.
Also my volume + button doesn't work when it was pressed. It has to be hold and slide to left or right to work. Perhaps I received fauty unit?
This unit comes with soft carrying pouch, so it is somewhat vulnerable to damages. The joint of right ear cup popped out during my vacation while i carried it in my backpack.
Overall this is decent headsets with great sound quality and disappointed built quality. I recommend this, but make sure you get a hard case as well.
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Reviewed in the United States on May 7, 2018
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Brice P
Bon produit, livraison rapide, je recommande.
Reviewed in France on November 9, 2023E.Sevillano
Gran Calidad y buen servicio técnico
Reviewed in Spain on March 7, 2022
