Measurements and reviewer impressions point to strong response consistency, clean presentation, and studio-leaning tuning, though the target is not bass-heavy.
Pros: Maximum volume clarity, Connectivity versatility
Cons: Carry case quality, Xbox compatibility
Most listeners hear a refined, balanced tuning with clearer mids and less muddiness than the XM6. One detailed assessment found the response uneven across genres.
Pros: Microphone noise reduction, Multipoint connectivity reliability
Cons: Water/sweat resistance rating, Gaming performance
The response is controlled and broadly balanced, with no exaggerated bass shelf or sharp showroom-style treble boost. Its warmer lower midrange keeps it from being strictly neutral.
Pros: Overall satisfaction, Glasses and hat compatibility
Cons: Travel friendliness, Sound leakage
The tonal balance was broadly praised as full-range and accurate, but Tom’s Guide still noted the lowest frequencies were less refined.
Pros: Comfort during long use, USB-C
Cons: Microphone noise reduction, Water/sweat resistance rating
The tuning is broadly balanced and cohesive, but one reviewer found the dynamic range compressed. It favors an enjoyable presentation over strict analytical neutrality.
Pros: Multipoint connectivity reliability, Codec support
Cons: aptX, Smart Pause performance
SoundGuys' review and video both said the tuning followed its preference curve closely, with some sub-bass and upper-treble dips.
Pros: Weight comfort, Battery
Cons: Noise isolation (passive), Sound leakage
Accuracy is not the default sound profile’s strongest suit. The buds can sound fast and detailed, but some listeners say the tuning is more exciting than neutral.
Pros: Maximum volume clarity, Noise isolation (passive)
Cons: Apple H2 chip support, Treble clarity
Frequency accuracy was mostly good but not flawless, with praise for balance and lab curve tracking alongside caveats about ANC-related bass emphasis and missing nuance.
Pros: Maximum volume clarity, Audio-video sync accuracy
Cons: Sidetone adjustment quality, Software/setup simplicity
The measured tuning leans heavily above the preferred bass target, especially around the low end. That makes the sound fun for some, but less accurate for neutral listeners.
Pros: Microphone noise reduction, Stability
Cons: Lossless audio support, Spatial audio
Frequency response was considered consumer-friendly rather than flat, with one reviewer wishing the tuning were closer to neutral.
Pros: Smart Pause performance, Wear detection performance
Cons: Water/sweat resistance rating, Wind noise handling
Frequency response was one of the biggest tradeoffs: reviewers noted useful DJ impact and detail but also emphasized non-flat tuning, low-end gaps, bright boosts and poor reference accuracy.
Pros: Battery, Detachable cable convenience
Cons: Active noise cancellation, Transparency mode quality
Frequency response was not neutral: reviewers noted unusual tuning, bass emphasis, and reduced upper mids/treble that could help games but hurt some vocals.
Pros: Audio-video sync accuracy, Battery
Cons: Bluetooth, Active noise cancellation
The tuning is more balanced than past Crushers but still not reference-flat. Listeners seeking studio neutrality may find the elevated bass and upper-mid energy too colored.
Pros: Treble clarity, Instrument separation
Cons: Codec support, Headband adjustability
The default signature is intentionally V-shaped rather than neutral, emphasizing bass and upper treble while keeping most mids audible. Listeners seeking studio accuracy will need EQ and may still notice...
Pros: Codec support, Packaging quality
Cons: Multipoint connectivity reliability, Replaceable ear plates
Frequency response accuracy is limited by open-ear physics, with lab notes showing low-end rolloff around the bass region.
Pros: Transparency mode quality, Maximum volume clarity
Cons: Active noise cancellation, Spatial audio