Preset EQ profiles, especially Dynamic mode, are a notable strength for reviewers seeking a more balanced or Harman-like sound signature.
Pros: ANC effect on sound signature, Multi-platform compatibility
Cons: LE Audio readiness, Auracast support
Preset EQ profiles, especially Dynamic mode, are a notable strength for reviewers seeking a more balanced or Harman-like sound signature.
Pros: ANC effect on sound signature, Multi-platform compatibility
Cons: LE Audio readiness, Auracast support
Preset EQ profiles are praised for quantity and game-specific usefulness, though their value depends on users being willing to switch or tune profiles.
Pros: Maximum volume clarity, Multipoint connectivity reliability
Cons: Portability/foldability, USB-C
Preset EQ quality was positive overall, especially the Sound by Bose and Clear Treble options.
Pros: Maximum volume clarity, Headband adjustability
Cons: Cable quality, Smart Pause performance
One reviewer said the Clear Vocal preset effectively fixed a vocal-detail issue, supporting a strong score for preset EQ usefulness.
Pros: Battery, Software/setup simplicity
Cons: Sensors, Voice assistant integration
Preset or guided EQ profiles were received positively where discussed, helping users reach a preferred sound without complex manual tuning.
Pros: Smart Pause performance, Award recognition
Cons: Cable quality, USB-C
Preset EQ profiles were generally useful and sometimes game-changing, especially for footsteps, though one reviewer was skeptical of per-game tuning.
Pros: Connectivity versatility, Multi-platform compatibility
Cons: Transparency mode quality, Active noise cancellation
Preset EQ profiles were repeatedly praised for game-specific tuning and live switching, with only minor caveats that not every preset made a big difference.
Pros: Charging, Weight comfort
Cons: Sound leakage, Cable quality
Preset EQ opinions were mostly positive for Bass Boost, Treble Boost, and Vocal/voice modes, with one technical review saying presets help compensate for open-ear limitations.
Pros: Clamping force comfort, Battery
Cons: Active noise cancellation, Noise isolation (passive)
Preset EQ profiles were well received overall, especially Podcast, Classical, Volume Booster, and Soundcore Signature, though preferences varied by listener.
Pros: Android compatibility, Software/setup simplicity
Cons: Active noise cancellation, Noise isolation (passive)
Preset EQ feedback was positive for Dynamic and Rock settings, which reviewers found more enjoyable or lively.
Pros: Instrument separation, USB-C
Cons: Button control usability, Maximum volume clarity
Preset EQ profiles were viewed positively when reviewers found bass boost, Excited, or Bright profiles useful for shaping the sound.
Pros: Weight comfort, Android compatibility
Cons: Lossless audio support, Ear tip size options
Preset EQ quality is mostly positive, especially Direct, Dynamic, and Treble+ modes, though SuperBass+ is too heavy for one reviewer.
Pros: Volume output, Maximum volume clarity
Cons: aptX, Auracast support
The TrueSound-style preset is described as giving the headphones a dynamic signature without requiring much user adjustment.
Pros: Frequency response accuracy, Multipoint connectivity reliability
Cons: LDAC, Wear detection performance
Preset EQ profiles are viewed as effective but subtle, especially for shooters and action games.
Pros: Battery, Audio-video sync accuracy
Cons: Xbox compatibility, Volume output
Preset EQ profiles were viewed positively, with one reviewer preferring the Depth preset out of the box.
Pros: Spatial audio, Software/setup simplicity
Cons: Xbox compatibility, Sidetone adjustment quality
Preset EQ quality is mostly positive, especially Status Signature and Knowles Preferred, though some reviewers find certain presets confusing, fatiguing, or less useful.
Pros: Maximum volume clarity, Sound quality
Cons: Spatial audio, Software/setup simplicity
Preset EQ profiles are generally useful, especially Dynamic, which reviewers said improved balance or impact.
Pros: Instrument separation, Codec support
Cons: Spatial audio, Volume output
Preset EQ profile quality gets direct praise from one reviewer, who says the presets work well.
Pros: Volume output, Audio-video sync accuracy
Cons: Multipoint connectivity reliability, LDAC
Preset EQ quality was mixed, with some useful genre presets but complaints that presets were unreliable across broader listening.
Pros: Volume output, Weight comfort
Cons: Cable quality, Smudge resistance
Preset EQ quality was generally useful, although Tom's Guide found only about half worth selecting.
Pros: Battery, ANC sound impact on audio
Cons: 3.5mm analog input availability, Treble clarity
Preset and DynamEQ-style tuning are useful but taste-dependent; some presets are usable while DynamEQ can be divisive.
Pros: Codec support, aptX
Cons: LDAC, Water/sweat resistance rating
Preset EQ quality is mixed: Standard and Default work well for some, but one reviewer says other modes can distort at lower volumes.
Pros: Microphone noise reduction, Bluetooth
Cons: Active noise cancellation, Codec support
One reviewer said the best sound came from using the JBL preset profiles, though overall sound still did not satisfy them.
Pros: Audio-video sync accuracy, Weight comfort
Cons: Sidetone adjustment quality, Microphone noise reduction
Preset EQ feedback was mixed, with some finding treble/bass presets useful and others saying presets were not enough or should be skipped.
Pros: Smart Pause performance, App
Cons: Wear detection performance, Wear detection auto-pause
Preset EQ evidence is mixed: one reviewer says presets failed to solve the high-volume issue, while another praised the available preset selection.
Pros: Comfort during long use, Audio-video sync accuracy
Cons: aptX, Lossless audio support
Preset EQ quality was mixed: some reviewers liked or benefited from presets, while others disliked the presets or found bass-heavy modes too boomy.
Pros: Immersive audio quality, ANC background noise level
Cons: Replaceable pads/headband, Replaceable earpads
Preset EQ quality is uneven, with some presets improving individual tracks while treble-heavy tuning could sound harsh or tinny.
Pros: Charging, Portability/foldability
Cons: aptX, LDAC
Preset EQ quality is mixed: Classic and Bass Boost can work well, while Bass, Treble, or Vocal modes sometimes muddy or over-sharpen sound.
Pros: Weight comfort, Interchangeable left/right bud design
Cons: Smudge resistance, Voice assistant integration
Preset EQ quality was mixed to weak: one review found Signature acceptable, while others found presets merely decent or bad.
Pros: Award recognition, Audio-video sync accuracy
Cons: ANC sound impact on audio, ANC effect on sound signature
Preset sports EQ modes drew mixed-to-negative feedback; reviewers liked the idea but found little difference or gimmicky execution.
Pros: Stability, Battery
Cons: Volume output, Cable quality
FPS EQ presets helped with footsteps for some reviewers but were criticized for being too narrowly focused and sometimes muffling battle noise.
Pros: Weight comfort, Comfort during long use
Cons: Xbox compatibility, Smudge resistance
Preset EQ opinions were mixed, ranging from barely noticeable to just useful enough for different content.
Pros: Volume output, Audio-video sync accuracy
Cons: Xbox compatibility, Equalizer customization
Reviewer evidence was mostly critical of preset eq profile quality, emphasizing limitations rather than a reliable strength.
Pros: Volume output, Active noise cancellation
Cons: Water/sweat resistance rating, USB-C
Preset EQ quality is weaker than custom EQ in TechRadar's evidence, with many presets described as too quiet.
Pros: Stability, Bluetooth
Cons: Smudge resistance, Smart Pause performance
Preset EQ quality is weak in the evidence, with reviewers calling presets ineffective or lackluster.
Pros: Award recognition, ANC sound impact on audio
Cons: Water/sweat resistance rating, LE Audio readiness
Preset EQ quality was mixed-to-negative, with one reviewer disappointed and another saying presets needed cleanup.
Pros: Codec support, Water/sweat resistance rating
Cons: Noise isolation (passive), Design and Aesthetics
Preset EQ evidence was negative from SoundGuys, especially for the Music preset, which they said worsened balance and listening quality.
Pros: Audio-video sync accuracy, Multi-platform compatibility
Cons: Cable quality, Preset EQ profile quality
Preset EQ quality was weak because the available presets did not give the reviewer the tweaks they wanted.
Pros: Audio-video sync accuracy, Clamping force comfort
Cons: Transparency mode quality, Sustainability and repairability
Preset EQ profiles are poorly regarded because they are basic and do not adequately fix the tuning complaints.
Pros: Active noise cancellation, Volume output
Cons: Preset EQ profile quality, Equalizer customization