Consensus
Stylish, bass-heavy wireless active noise-canceling headphones that levy a hefty premium for the Beats brand.
Average Overall Rating
★★★★★★★★★★
3.73 out of 5 stars (4 reviews)
Critics Reviews (Around the Web)
They sound good - just not $400 good. The sound quality is better than most lower-end cans and, in the right mood, the boosted bass serves a guilty pleasure. Read full review →★★★★★★★★★★
3.5 out of 5 stars
– TechRadar · Jun 20, 2014
This is for bass lovers who want the booming lows to be balanced by sculpted high-mids. It's not an accurate sound, but it's a popular one, since it ends up highlighting transients in the higher frequencies and the depth of lower register content. Read full review →★★★★★★★★★★
3.50 out of 5 stars
– PC Magazine · Apr 25, 2014
So while you're paying a premium for the brand, I think the majority of people will be very pleased with both the sound and fit of these headphones. Read full review →★★★★★★★★★★
4.15 out of 5 stars
– CNET · Mar 26, 2014
The Beats by Dre Studio Wireless won’t win the hearts of audiophiles any time soon, but the company did a good thing by taming the bass and presenting a clearer overall sound. Read full review →★★★★★★★★★★
3.75 out of 5 stars
– Digital Trends · Feb 19, 2014
Pros
- Powerful audio performance with intense bass and high-mid boosting
- Comfortable fit and solid design
- Plenty of accessories, including two cables for wired audio playback
- Active noise-canceling technology
- Worked well as a wireless headset for making cell-phone calls
- 12 hour Battery life
- Bluetooth tames treble some
- Sleek design
Cons
- Overpriced compared to competition
- Some distortion on deep bass at top volumes
- Cannot be used in passive mode
- Lack of dynamics
- Some hiss when music isn't active
Our Final Conclusion
Tough to recommend, unless you're buying purely for style or only listen to hip-hop.
Product Overview
November 12, 2013 - Beats Electronics today announced the new Studio Wireless, which offers the same features and functionality of the Studio (wired headphones) including Adaptive Noise Cancelation, a rechargeable battery, and re-engineered sound via the Beats Acoustic Engine, all without the cord. Take phone calls, skip songs, and change the volume right from the “b” button and volume buttons on the ear cup. The Bluetooth connection allows for up to 12 hours of music listening or up to... Read product announcement →
- Type:
- Wireless Headphones
