The sound quality is tuned with a slight bass emphasis, which works well for pop and hip-hop but can make acoustic tracks feel a bit heavy.
But at that price, the sound is surprisingly balanced, the battery lasts eight hours, and the charging case has a built-in USB cable so you never have…
Three other models didn’t make the cut for various reasons.
You’re still paying for better noise canceling, more refined sound, and nicer build quality with the expensive brands.
But the difference is no longer “night and day.” For most people in most situations, a $40 pair covers 80% of what a $200 pair does.
