Solo Wireless

Solo Wireless

The Beats Solo 2 Wireless is a well-built wireless headphone that sounds good in both wireless and wired modes and is relatively comfortable to wear for an on-ear headphone. Its battery life is decent and has a remote control built-in to the right earcup that's easy to operate by feel.

Expensive; doesn't sound quite as good as the Bose SoundLink On-Ear Bluetooth, which costs $50 less.

Beats on-ear Bluetooth headphone has lot going for it, but it doesn't quite justify its lofty price tag.

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Beats on-ear Bluetooth headphone has lot going for it, but there are better values out there, including the more expensive Studio Wireless.

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Earlier this year I reviewed the Beats Solo 2 , the significantly improved successor to one of the world's most popular headphones. I liked the Solo 2 and think it's one of the better on-ear headphones that costs about $200 (£170, AU$260), although it helps if you appreciate a zippier, more "exciting" sound profile.
So why am I not quite as enamored with the Solo2 Wireless, which looks similar to its wired sibling but weighs slightly more due to some extra electronic components and rechargeable battery built into the headphone?
Well, for starters, the price. This is a $300 headphone -- UK and Australian pricing hasn't been announced yet -- which is a lot to pay for headphone, wired or wireless. When you get into that price range, your expectations tend to go up and while you may not expect greatness, you certainly expect something close to it.
The Beats Solo2 Wireless doesn't quite get there. It's very good for a Bluetooth headphone, but it doesn't reach the "excellent" level of the Apple-owned brand's bigger and more expensive brother, the Studio Wireless . ($380). The reason for that is partly because it isn't as comfortable and partly because it doesn't sound as good.
To be clear, that doesn't mean the Beats Solo 2 is a bad headphone. In fact, as I said, it's quite good in a lot of ways. But there are arguably better wireless headphones for the money, including the Studio Wireless.
I usually don't spend a lot of time comparing an on-ear headphone to an over-ear model, but I suspect a lot of people will be trying to decide between the more compact Solo 2 Wireless and the larger Studio Wireless.
That compactness has some advantages. This is a lighter headphone than the Studio Wireless and folds and stows away in a smaller carrying case. Yes, it's more travel friendly, but it also isn't as light as some competing on-ear headphones, such as the $250, £220, AU$329 Bose SoundLink On-Ear Bluetooth (the Bose is lighter by about 2.2 ounces or 62 grams).
It's also worth mentioning that because Beats Solo 2 Wireless offers a very snug fit -- the headphones do stay securely on your head, even while running -- they end up pressing down on your ears somewhat firmly.
While I found them relatively comfortable for an on-ear model, a couple of other editors in our New York offices found their fit a bit too snug (both experienced a bit of a pinching sensation). By comparison, while the Bose SoundLink On-Ear Bluetooth wiggles around a bit when you shake your head vigorously, we all thought it offered a more comfortable fit.
I also liked the fit the Studio Wireless better. However, I do prefer the fit of over-ear headphones in general, so I come into the review with a slight bias.
As far as features go, like most Bluetooth headphones, you can stream audio from up to 30 feet (10m) away from Bluetooth-enabled devices and there are controls on the earcup to raise and lower volume, as well as take calls and skip tracks forward and back. As noted, a cable is included for wired playback in case you run out of juice.
This model doesn't offer the active noise cancellation included with the Studio Wireless (there's also no AptX support, though I don't think that's a big deal). In fact, Beats has truly used the Solo 2 as its foundation for this headphone and when you connect a headphone cord to it, it sounds almost identical to a wired Solo 2, which is to say, quite good. That's something the Bose can't boast. When it's in wired mode, its sound quality falls down. The sound quality of the Beats doesn't.
As for battery life, it's rated at 12 hours, which is less than what the larger Studio Wireless offers, but is still pretty decent. A set of LED lights on the earcups act as a battery life indicator and you can also see how much battery you have via an indicator on your phone or tablet.
As with all stereo Bluetooth headphones, this model has a built-in microphone for making calls, and call quality was good, though the step-up Studio Wireless has a small advantage in this department.
A good Bluetooth headphone is one that sounds like a good wired headphone and the Solo 2 Wireless succeeds in this regard, retaining many of the qualities of the wired Solo 2. But it does lose a little something in wireless mode. It's got a slightly harsher edge and isn't quite as clean or as tight in the bass.
When I wrote my review of the Bose SoundLink On-Ear Bluetooth headphone, I said we liked the Bose a little more because the Bose offered more balanced sound with more warmth in the midrange. While the Solo 2 produced more bass, instruments sounded a little more distinct on the Bose and the overall listening experience was more pleasant to our ears.
I also reiterated that the Beats Solo 2 Wireless is a strong Bluetooth headphone -- and its faster sound may suit some listeners' musical tastes better -- but we came away liking the sound of the Bose a little more. It just sounds a little more clear and open.
Of course, everybody's sound and aesthetic tastes are different, and some people will like both the look and sound of this Beats better than the Bose.
At the end of the day, my gut feeling about this headphone is that I'd rather spend the extra $80 to get the Studio Wireless, a more comfortable headphone and a notch up in terms of sound quality. Yes, this is a smaller, less bulky headphone and some people will find its compact size appealing. But at their current price points, the Wireless Studio is arguably the better deal, even thought it's more expensive.

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The headphones didn’t come with the original box or the carrying case but it came with the charger which is all you really need. Mine look brand new, I don’t see any scuffs. Mine also came with a free 1 year warranty. Overall great product.

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It’s better then I thought I can’t even hear anything while I have them on it’s so good , sadly it didn’t come with a case but it’s ok

My family plays music very loud on car rides and I hate it so, I got these. The battery is amazing! Lasts week for me and doesn’t take long at all to charge.

The headphones are very good overall. Good price for what they offer. I like the auto pair feature when you unfold the headphones which is very convenient. The sound quality is very good but not bass heavy which is fine. The Active Noise Cancellation feature is excellent and works as intended. It's drains out the noises around you, and immerses you in the audio you are listening to. The battery life was more than enough for a few days with hours of use. They do scratch easily so be cautious when using them with a chance of them falling off. Overall a good pair of headphones that does it's job.

I have had these headphones for almost a year. They worked fine at first, but now sometimes when I open them up and put them on I hear this weird staticky noise. You definitely should just buy new ones. I’m sure they are supposed to last you longer than a year.

Buena calidad del sonido, la cancelación de ruido excelente. Sin embargo, no tiene buen volumen y se descarga rápido.

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Pros

Powerful audio performance with rich bass and well-defined highs.

Can be used in wired, passive mode.

Comfortable design.

Cons

Price is a bit high.

Not for purists seeking flat response.

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Can be used in wired, passive mode.
Not for purists seeking flat response.
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The pricey Beats Solo2 Wireless headphones offer sculpted, but balanced, Bluetooth audio.
The Beats Solo2 Wireless, the Bluetooth version of the on-ear Beats Solo2 , continues the bass-forward tradition that has been the company's calling card since day one. Another Beats trait—a high price tag—is also in full effect, as the pair rings up at $299.95. In this price range, the Solo2 Wireless has some stiff competition from other wireless headphones . That said, it is a very solid performer, with an easy-to-operate design, powerful bass response, and sculpted, clear highs to balance things out. For Beats headphones, the Solo2 actually sounds slightly dialed back in the bass department—and is all the better for it.
Design Offered in a wide variety of colors (in addition to the classic red, black, or white models), as well as 10 Major League Baseball team-themed options, the Solo2 Wireless still manages to look every bit like a Beats product thanks to the signature glossy exterior and the Beats logo on the headband and earcups. The supra-aural (on-ear) design features extremely plush earpads and a well-cushioned headband that combine for a very comfortable fit over long listening sessions.
The outer panel of the left earcup houses controls for volume (these work in conjunction with your phone's master volume level), and a central multi-function button for controlling playback, call management, and track navigation, while the power/pairing button is located on the right earcup. The headphones also have connections for the included micro USB charging cable on the right ear, and a 3.5mm aux input for wired listening on the left (a cable, with a three-button remote and mic, is included).
The Solo2 Wireless also ships with a carabiner to keep the cables wound up
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