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The Tracks AIR by SOL Republic were designed and engineered in partnership Motorola (the wireless gurus) and are said to combine stellar sound, an unmatched 150-foot wireless range, dual-device connectivity and an impressive 15-hour battery life. Which all sounds great on paper, but how do they stack up in real life? Here’s what we found out!
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Overall: (33.5 out of 40) On-ear headphones never quite stack up when it comes to comfort if you ask us. That being said, the Tracks Air remained rather comfy none-the-less and faired exceptionally well in every other department. Especially design and audio quality. The versatility to use these headphones both wireless and wired if needed is simply fantastic and smart. Though with a battery life of 15hrs you can pretty much leave the headphone jacks at home. Throughout testing we absolutely fell in love with the control buttons for volume, play/pause, etc… making these ideal headphones almost any activity – whether you’re riding the rails to work or grinding them in the terrain park!
Buy Now: $199 or go to: SOLRepublic.com
The new Monster DNA headphones were designed to close the gap between live performance and ordinary headphones. These on-ear headphones are said to deliver a range of huge dynamic changes that give a vocal or solo it’s unique character. Since we got our hands on them, here’s what we discovered…
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Overall: (31.5 out of 40) Producing surprisingly clear mids and highs with bass that isn’t so overwhelming, the Monster DNA’s were quite impressive overall. Much higher quality than we had expected! Their design is a bit modern for our taste, but that doesn’t effect the overall build quality or ergonomics. In fact these headphones were actually quite comfy. If you’re looking for a set of wired headphones that deliver a noise-isolating design, nice acoustics, iDevice functionality and a stylish – almost futuristic look the DNA’s from Monster are an excellent buy!
Buy Now: $199.95 or go to: MonsterProducts.com
Featuring the latest in Bluetooth wireless connectivity, the recently re-released Beats By Dr. Dre Studio Wireless headphones are said to produce unprecedented dymamics that create an experience unlike any other, whether you’re gaming, calling friends, or listening to the music that moves you. Here’s our breakdown…
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Overall: (35.5 out of 40) Among the most comfortable headphone we’ve ever donned, the Studio Wireless were a dream to wear for hours on-end without an ounce of discomfort. And if that weren’t enough, they’re also the loudest headphones we ever tested! The booming bass and low-end skewed acoustics of these headphones isn’t for everyone, but if you’re a fan of head rattling – distortion free bass you can’t go wrong here, but you’ll have to have a fat wallet because they don’t come cheap at nearly $400!
Buy Now: $379 or go to: BeatByDre.com
Built from the ground up for active lifestyles, Soul’s Combat+ Headphones are produced from advanced materials including sweat-resistant interchangeable ear cups and heat activated memory foam. Even the audio cable with inline iPhone control is sweat resistant. They really are made for moving around while you wear them, and (spoiler), they really do work. Now here’s the breakdown!
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Overall: (29 out of 40) In the end, the rating of these headphones all comes down to the use case. We’re overwhelmingly positive on them for any physical activity, and they’ll be totally serviceable in the majority of other scenarios as well. But, when it comes to purely listening and enjoying music however, we can’t fully recommend them for that purpose. And that’s OK. we certainly wouldn’t try jogging in a pair of Sennheiser’s. They’re too heavy, they’d fall right off, and they’d likely disintegrate. The right tool for the right job, that’s what grandpappy always said.
Buy Now: $199 or go to: SoulElectronics.com
Featuring brushed metal ear cup sliders and a rugged leather headband, the Momentum by Sennheiser is said said to be durable enough for on-the-go use as well as lounging at home. Its soft cushioned ear cups are touted for their comfortable fit while the closed-back design blocks out external noise and keeps music from leaking out and disturbing others, so you can enjoy your music in any setting. Here’s how we rank em!
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Overall: (35.5 out of 40) The only thing holding these headphones back from running away with with top honors is the steep price tag. Ringing up at nearly $350, you’re pocket book will be begging for mercy, and your ears pleading for more. These are bar none the most comfortable headphones of the bunch. The audio quality is also top notch! Sennheiser has really done a great job with the Momentum. They deliver a truly immersive listening experience with exceptional high and mids and little emphasis on bass.
Buy Now: $349 or go to: Sennheiser.com
The UltraFocus 8000‘s by Polk are Active Noise Canceling (ANC) headphones that feature leather ear cups and an on-ear 4-button remote control. While the product images might have you thinking that these headphone are wireless, please know they’re not. They simply have a detachable audio cord… and everything pictures better with out cords, we all know that! Now, here’s what we discovered…
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Overall: (32.5 out of 40) If you’re in the market for a handsome pair of headphones with ANC capabilities and robust audio quality, we highly recommend you strap on the UltraFocus 8000 Headphones ASAP. They’re a tad bulky, but fit well on most average to large head sizes and are extremely comfy to wear for extended periods of time. They have integrated controls that Apple geeks will love and Android fans will fawn over. We’ve tested quite a few headphones for this article and these are near the top of the heap for comfort and audio quality.
Buy Now: $299 or go to: PolkAudio.com