Choosing large wireless headphones

Many people choose large wireless headphones. But the perfect appearance and even the famous brand of the manufacturer - that's not all. It is necessary to take into account a number of other requirements, without which it is impossible to find a good product.

Large wireless Bluetooth headphones, as the name suggests, have large ear cups. They completely cover the ears and form a special acoustics, isolating a person almost completely from external noise. But for this very reason, it is not recommended to use them on city streets. But models without a wire are more convenient to carry, and they save space:

• in pockets;
• in bags;
• in drawers.

The Sennheiser Urbanite XL Wireless is undoubtedly one of the favorites this year. The device is capable of using BT 4.0 connection. A powerful battery is installed inside the headphones, thanks to which the performance remains up to 12-14 days. It takes about 2 hours to fully charge the battery. Consumer reviews say:

• surround live sound;
• convenient touch control;
• availability of an NFC connection;
• the presence of a pair of microphones;
• comfortable flexible headband;
• Superior build (a traditional Sennheiser trait)
• a fully closed cup that makes your ears sweaty on hot days.

An attractive alternative would be Bluedio T2. These are more likely not headphones, but functional monitors equipped with a built-in player and FM radio. The manufacturer claims that BT communication is supported up to 12m anyway. In the absence of barriers, it should be maintained at a distance of up to 20 m.

In the descriptions and reviews they note:

• long standby mode (at least 60 days);
• the ability to listen to music on a single charge up to 40 hours;
• solid workmanship and comfortable fit;
• comfortable volume control;
• decent microphone;
• the ability to simultaneously connect to a computer and a smartphone;
• affordable cost;
• availability of a multilingual assistant;
• slightly muffled sound at high frequencies;
• medium-sized ear pads;
• slow (5 to 10 seconds) connection in the Bluetooth range.

For those who use headphones only at home may be suitable Sven AP-B570MV. Outwardly, large sizes are deceiving - such a model folds compactly. The battery charge allows you to listen to music for up to 25 hours in a row. The BT range is 10m. The bass is deep and the bass detail is satisfying.

The buttons are well thought out. Users invariably say that the ears in such headphones are comfortable, and they do not squeeze the head unnecessarily. BT communication is supported with a wide variety of devices, and without any noticeable problems. Both the absence of an unpleasant background and effective passive noise isolation are noted.

In the ranking of the best, the advanced in-ear model should also be mentioned. JayBird Bluebuds X. The manufacturer notes in the description that such headphones never fall out. They are rated for 16 ohms. The device weighs 14 grams, and one battery charge lasts for 4-5 hours even at high volume.

The technical and practical properties are as follows:

• sensitivity at the level of 103 dB;
• all the necessary frequencies in the right places;
• full support for Bluetooth 2.1;
• high-quality sound compared to other devices of the same form factor;
• ease of connection to various sound sources;
• high build quality;
• slow switching between different devices;
• inconvenient placement of the microphone when mounted behind the ears.

The headset naturally also falls into the list of optimal designs. LG Tone... The fashion for it is quite understandable. The designers, using a slightly outdated version of the BT protocol, were able to increase the reception range to 25 m. When the headphones are waiting for connection, they can work up to 15 days. The active mode, depending on the sound volume, lasts 10-15 hours; a full charge takes only 2.5 hours.

From the point of view of "just to fit" for the phone, you can choose absolutely any wireless headphones. If only they effectively interact with the gadget (which usually does not cause problems). But experienced professionals and just experienced music lovers will definitely pay attention to other key points. An important parameter is the codec used for audio compression. The modern adequate option is AptX; it is believed that it transmits sound quality.

But the AAC codec, designed for only 250 kbps, is inferior to the modern leader. Lovers of sound quality will prefer headphones with AptX HD. And those who have money and do not want to put up with compromises will stop at the LDAC protocol. But it is not only the quality of sound transmission that is important, but also the variety of broadcast frequencies. For technical reasons, many Bluetooth headphone models place too much emphasis on bass, and play out the treble poorly.

Fans of touch control should pay attention to the fact that it is normally implemented only in headphones of the upper price range. In cheaper devices, instead of simplifying the work, the touch elements only complicate it. And their working resource is often small. Therefore, for those for whom practicality is in the first place, it is worth giving preference to traditional push-button options. As for connectors, micro USB is gradually becoming a thing of the past, and the most promising option and even, according to a number of experts, the standard is Type C. It provides both faster replenishment of the battery charge and increased bandwidth of the information channel.

When purchasing headphones with a wireless module for less than $ 100 or an equivalent amount, you need to immediately understand that this is a consumable item. For its manufacture, poor-quality plastic is usually used. Important: if the manufacturer focuses on metal parts, you shouldn't buy headphones either. It is highly likely that this metal will fail earlier than solid plastic. Purchasing products from the most popular companies such as Apple, Sony, Sennheiser means paying a significant amount for the brand.

Asian products of little-known firms may turn out to be no worse than products of world giants. The choice of such models is huge. Another important nuance is the presence of a microphone; the chances of meeting wireless headphones without it are slim. The NFC module is not useful for everyone, and if the buyer does not know why he is, in general, you can safely ignore this item when choosing. And finally, the most important recommendation is to try using headphones and evaluate the sound quality yourself.

The video below provides a great roundup of the best wireless earbuds.