Review and use of Adidas headphones

The proposal to release headphones was received by the members of the closed club Adidas Creators from the athletes and healthy lifestyle enthusiasts included in it. Taking into account their suggestions and wishes, new accessories were created and tested. A reputable manufacturer from Sweden, Zound Industries, which develops Urbanears and Marshall, helped to implement the idea.

This is not the first time Adidas has created headphones for sports with music, but earlier devices almost always repeated third-party serial models, not differing in any features, apart from the design. Since 2018, the world famous brand has decided to seriously engage in the development of additional accessories. In 2019, the company introduced two models of Adidas wireless headphones: RPT-01 and FWD-01.

Pairing occurs according to the standard scheme: the joystick is clamped for 4 seconds. The headphones are activated first, and then they start searching. So, you need to find headphones among the available devices that pop up in the list. After that, the headphones are quickly connected to the device, if it is located nearby.

Today, all music lovers are interested in what is the difference between the new Night Gray headset from Adidas. Previous devices are created in some kind of semblance. The pioneers of the new series combine innovative materials and technologies. They have a non-standard, hotly discussed design and great sound and ergonomics. Anyway, Many people will be interested in familiarizing themselves with the characteristics of Adidas headphones. After all, the future, of course, belongs to the wireless headset. Manufacturers have fully taken into account the desire of their contemporaries to be mobile, active and advanced.

Headphones with dimensions 19x14x7 cm weigh 209 grams. They confidently hold onto their heads even during active actions. Moreover, the pressure of the rim on the head is not felt for a long time. On the plastic guides there are adjusting divisions for setting the required distance between the bowls in terms of the volume of the head. A flattened cable wrapped in a fabric braid is stretched between the two bowls. The ear cushions are moderately soft, there is an additional removable rubberized headband. The ear cushions are removed from the cups by turning in the opposite direction to the clockwise movement. The pads can be washed if necessary. The material dries very quickly.

The Adidas RPT-01 is not the most comfortable headphone. Due to the overhead design and sporty orientation, a long stay in the headphones is sometimes uncomfortable. Especially if glasses are worn along with the headphones. The headband is flexible, but not foldable, the bowls are not swivel. Small dimensions allow them to fit in any bag or backpack.

The presence of a USB Type C connector and a battery makes it possible to listen to music at high volume for up to 40 hours without recharging. It takes 2.5 hours to fully charge the headset. A five-minute charge will be enough for an hour's work, taking into account that the headphones were completely discharged beforehand.

The design style of the headset is absolutely sporty and unusual. A case is not included in the kit, but it is not necessary. The headphones are designed for use during sports activities and are made of durable modern materials.

The proprietary joystick sensitively controls the headset. It is convenient to change songs, pause sound and answer incoming calls with it.In the future, it will be possible to define specific functions for different keys in the application. Today it interacts with a voice assistant or Spotify. There is no alternative application choice, but there is an equalizer setting.

The headset demonstrates decent sound quality, as well as volume headroom. The sound is well detailed in any genre of music. Headphones are a versatile gadget for everyday use. Bluetooth version is 5.0. Passive soundproofing is sufficient, but there is no noise reduction system and no wired connection. Although for sports, there is no need for this. The cost of RPT-01 in Russia is about 13,490 rubles.

Wireless headphones are designed for listening to music while exercising and running. The model weighs 25 grams and is 47.5 cm long, designed in the form of a neck cord, with inserts along the edges. This is the optimal solution for sports models. The cable does not slip along the neck and does not press. The cord has a fabric braid to prevent it from tangling and is equipped with a three-button remote control for playing tracks and answering calls (there is a built-in microphone).

The right earbud has a USB Type C connector and a connection and charging indicator. The entire electronic circuit is hidden in the inserts, which are quite lightweight and compact. The fit of the earbuds is not completely sealed to allow air to circulate in the ear canal. Thus, the manufacturers took care of those who like intense training.

The only button on the left is to call the voice assistant, but later in the application it will be possible to reassign it. The silicone inserts are constructed in two parts. The set includes inserts of different sizes. This is a very convenient and thoughtful move. The headphones of the Night Gray series have IPX4 - protection against sweat, but washing, of course, is prohibited.

There is no discomfort when using the headphones for a long time. Reviews of those who use the headset for jogging and cycling are extremely positive. Good isolation from outside sounds is noted, as well as a sensitive volume control and interesting sound quality with a good volume margin. The sound is surprisingly clear, with a rich top, soft bass and a good elaboration of any composition. The headset is not sporty in the standard sense, but rather a universal option.

Headphones with Bluetooth 5 transmit the signal stably. The capacity of the built-in battery is sufficient for listening to audio files for 16 hours at an average volume. For a full charge cycle from a PC, it takes 1.5-2 hours. Just 10 minutes will be enough for at least 1.5 hours of work.

The manufacturer includes a neoprene carrying case with the headphones. The material protects the device from water and external damage. There is a convenient pocket for the charging cord. Adidas is on the side of conservationists. Therefore, the packaging practically does not use plastic. Everything is beautifully wrapped in paper with a recognizable corporate logo. The stylish cardboard box resembles the packaging for the brand's shoes. But this is rather a plus than a disadvantage.

Adidas headphones are easy to use, but like any device, they have their own peculiarities of operation. They are curious and useful to know for those who use branded headphones on Bluetooth or plan to do so. RPT-01 connects to source via Bluetooth up to version 5.0. Doesn't support high definition codecs, which is probably for the best. The aptX license entails an increase in the final cost of the headphones, and the improvement in quality will not be perceptible to everyone.

The RPT-01 wireless headphones from Adidas quickly connect to a source within a radius of 10 meters. Intermittent disconnections may occur if the phone supports Bluetooth 4.2. No failures are observed in the area with stable reception.When watching a video, the sound does not lag, everything is synchronized both on YouTube and in other services, including when connected to a TV. However, headphone audio cable connection is not supported. The reason is trivial - there is no required connector (mini-jack 3.5 mm). This can be considered a sure disadvantage, since having a backup plan is never superfluous.

For the Adidas RPT-01, you can download the Adidas Headphones app (a companion available for free in the store on Android and iOS). It does not have very extensive capabilities: the ability to customize the multifunctional key, accuracy in determining the charge level and setting the equalizer. Another useful function is to display the battery level of the device. If standard Android devices show the charge approximately correctly (discrepancy up to 10%), then the application contains more accurate data.

It is possible to choose Adidas Headphones equalizer presets for the Adidas RPT-01 or customize your own. The default is the Adidas variant. The declared battery life of the Adidas RPT-01 is about 40 hours on a single charge. In a week of testing, it is possible to completely discharge the headphones in rare cases. Using the USB Type-C cable included in the kit, charging the headphones will be quite quick. Approximately 30-40% per hour, but times may vary depending on the current percentage of charge and the power source. In any case, they should be fully charged in a couple of hours.

While the headphones are charging, you will not be able to listen to them, even taking into account the convenient location of the connector. RPT-01 can be used as a headset. Indoors, the microphone is excellent. On the street, it is quite comfortable to communicate, being away from highways and transport in calm weather. The command button has 3 actions when pressed: single, double and triple. The only click is to seek advice from the default voice assistance. With two or three clicks, it turns out to assign only the inclusion of your playlist in Spotify. This requires the Spotify Premium app and connection. It turns out three options for gestures and two functions.

The competent approach to the business of Zound Industries has led to the creation of a truly high-quality competitive headset. The big name of the brand, specifications and stores around the world have ensured interest in the new products from Adidas fans. One can only argue about the "knitted" design of the products presented in the review.

In the next video, you will find a review of the Adidas FWD-01 sports headphones.