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Kenneth reviews several budget-friendly over-ear headphones, emphasizing affordability, features, and performance. He starts with SP Space headphones, appreciating their build quality and design but noting issues with LED placement, fit, and minimal ear cup space. Their sound quality includes punchy bass and good vocals but requires slight tuning for optimal performance. Although the ANC feature reduces mid to low-frequency noise, it affects treble negatively when activated, and battery life impresses at 123 hours.
Next, the reviewer discusses Soundbeat Space, highlighting its decent ANC, effective transparency mode, and robust battery life even though these features cut down usage time to 60 hours. The headphones support gaming mode and multi-point connectivity. A comparison with the Edifier W820NB Plus showcases improved features and balanced sound, suitable for various music genres.
Further, the presenter critiques a headphone model with a plastic build, non-foldability, and no carrying case, though they offer comfortable fit and effective ANC. Lastly, the Soundcore Space One headphones receive praise for their comfort, advanced features like adaptive ANC, and multi-point connection, though their sound quality is not exceptional. Adaptive ANC performs well for the price but lacks high-end effectiveness, with notable battery life and solid connectivity. A final recommendation is made for the wired Moon Drop JOKER, celebrated for its sound quality, comfort, and durability.
Overall, Kenneth balances highlighting affordable yet feature-rich options with honest critiques on build quality and performance across various headphone models.
00:00:00
In this segment of the video, Kenneth introduces three budget-friendly over-ear headphones, emphasizing that one of them costs $100 at list price, but with discounts, all range from $50 to $80. He hints at a bonus entry at the end of the video. Kenneth reviews the first headphone, the SP Space, starting with its affordability, priced at $33 locally and around $50 on AliExpress and Amazon with discount codes. He appreciates the metal plate in the headband for durability, the design, and the well-spaced buttons. However, he criticizes the placement of the LED indicators near the microphone holes. Kenneth notes that the fit might not be ideal for everyone, especially due to the minimal ear cup space and thinner memory foam padding. He finds the overall build quality acceptable and suitable for users who wear glasses. The upcoming focus will be on the sound quality of the SP Space headphones.
00:03:00
In this segment of the video, the speaker discusses the sound quality and features of a particular pair of headphones. Out of the box, the headphones boast punchy bass, good vocals, and detailed sound. However, the speaker recommends tuning the bass slightly down, cleaning the mids, and enhancing the vocal presence for better performance across genres like pop, rock, and acoustic. They also suggest using the bass booster EQ for extra punch, though it won’t turn the headphones into a bass-heavy model.
The soundstage is described as flat vertically but impressive horizontally, with good instrument separation and natural vocal presence. Compared to another model, the discussed headphones offer better clarity and less echo in vocals.
One issue noted is the change in EQ settings when Active Noise Cancelling (ANC) is activated, leading to sibilant and piercing treble, particularly noticeable in certain songs with high frequencies. While turning down the high frequencies in the app helps slightly, it doesn’t fully resolve this problem. However, the low price point might offset this drawback.
The ANC is decent but not exceptional, reducing mid to low-frequency noise without significantly affecting the treble. The transparency mode amplifies higher frequencies, making some noises louder. Despite these issues, the headphones boast an impressive battery life, lasting up to 123 hours on a single charge.
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In this segment of the video, the reviewer discusses the Soundbeat Space wireless headphones. They highlight that the headphones weigh 260 grams, similar to most headphones, including the Sony XM5. Activating ANC or transparency mode reduces the battery life to around 60 hours, which remains above average for a week’s use. The headphones also support a gaming mode and offer multi-point connectivity, which works seamlessly. Despite lacking fancy codecs, the sound quality is solid during testing. The reviewer mentions that Sound Core has a competitor called the Q2i and invites viewers to request a comparison.
Next, the reviewer tests the microphone and discusses its performance in an outdoor setting. They then transition to talking about the Edifier W820NB Plus headphones, comparing it to the older non-plus version. The plus version offers improvements in transparency, connectivity, and app support, although the build and sound quality remain largely the same. The headphones deliver balanced sound with good bass, clear vocals, and immersive sound stages, suitable for various music genres. Finally, the reviewer notes the plus version includes four EQ settings.
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In this part of the video, the presenter discusses the build quality and features of a particular headphone model. The build is noted as being subpar, with a plastic headband, no foldability, and the absence of a carrying case. The fit is comfortable due to thicker memory foam on the ear cups, and noise cancellation (ANC) is effective without altering sound quality. Issues highlighted include potential sound distortion due to lack of ear cup ventilation and no 3.5mm headphone jack. The wireless functionalities are appreciated, though the flashing blue LED, lower volume levels, and shorter battery life compared to newer models are criticized. The presenter suggests looking for discounts due to the headphone’s age.
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In this part of the video, the presenter reviews the Soundcore Space One headphones, highlighting them as their favorite within a $100 budget. Key features praised include the comfort of the large, plush padded ear cups, high build quality, and numerous advanced features such as adaptive ANC, AI-powered microphones, multi-point connection, LDAC, customizable sound and controls, and a transparency mode triggered by touch.
The presenter notes that despite these positives, the sound quality is the only area where the headphones are not exceptional, specifically mentioning an off-centered vocal presentation. This issue is somewhat mitigated by the custom EQ settings in the Soundcore app, though changes are limited. The headphones are particularly well-suited for pop and dance music, offering strong, fun beats and a ‘Bass Up’ feature for enhanced mid-bass. The segment concludes with a brief critique, hinting at further discussion on the ANC feature.
00:15:00
In this segment of the video, the speaker discusses the Adaptive ANC (Active Noise Cancellation) feature, highlighting its effectiveness for the price, although not at the level of high-end models like Bose or Sony. The Soundcore Q45’s ANC provides significant noise reduction without the underwater feeling, adapting to surrounding noises within a few seconds. The speaker also mentions the flawless connectivity, impressive battery life of 55 hours without ANC and 40 hours with ANC, and preference for a hard carrying case. Lastly, a wired headphone, Moon Drop JOKER, is recommended for its exceptional sound quality, comfort, durability, and affordability, despite its unexciting flat tuning, particularly in the bass region.
00:18:00
In this segment, the speaker praises the headphones for their excellent detailing in sound, highlighting the clear mixture of instruments and vocals. The build quality is described as robust, with metal components and comfortable, breathable padding. Key features include detachable and easily replaceable parts as well as a durable, adaptable cable. However, potential downsides include their large, non-foldable size and limited noise isolation, making them less ideal for on-the-go use. Despite these drawbacks, the speaker highly recommends the headphones for their price and performance, though noting they might not be suitable for everyone, especially for daily practicality. Future comparisons with another model are hinted at, and viewers are encouraged to comment if interested.