Going fully Wireless IEMs. Too soon? Or are we there yet?

[erockg]

Updating now... no Release Notes.

I haven't used my EX is a long time, but either I'm nuts (could be) or the ANC and Transparency sounds better. Using Azla tips.

 

[Markttp]

Updating now... no Release Notes.

I'm in the same camp as others that don't show an update as available but have 5.4 showing under "earlier releases".

However, it does show release notes :-

 

[EMINENT]

First impressions of the GB2P are they sound pretty good. Good enough. Haven't a/b'd back to back but listened to them for a couple hours last night between soft/dynamic/bass boost and actually prefer soft.

The app works much better so i'm probably going to return the EX. They just aren't worth the extra money sound quality wise. Also, the case is thinner than the GBP I had and feels nice! I like the soft rubbery feel and they're so much easier to carry than that chonk of case for EX.

Plus, purchasing so indirectly supporting fave new artist Charli XCX as Samsung partner.

 

[erockg]

I'm in the same camp as others that don't show an update as available but have 5.4 showing under "earlier releases".

However, it does show release notes :-

This is for 5.4.9. Meaning, I just updated to 5.4.9 and no release notes. That said, I have seen the other fw update release notes.

 

[subguy812]

This is for 5.4.9. Meaning, I just updated to 5.4.9 and no release notes. That said, I have seen the other fw update release notes.

Must be released in cycles, still havent received it

 

[gabriely]

So I bought a B&O EX last week and had an interesting journey with it so far...

From day 1, I had an issue with the left earbud discharging battery twice as fast as the right. So both buds would be fully charged, and after some time, the left earbud would be dead and the right earbud would have 50% battery left. Was thinking my buds were defective, but I called B&O support anyway - thought maybe they might have some advice.

They told me to update my firmware to 5.4.9, and since you guys are talking about it here - I couldn't do it either, they then explained they're releasing it in cycles and "that update wasn't released for my serial number", which was interesting since they wanted me to make that update... they then asked me to try draining each bud and charging them individually... amongst other equally convoluted troubleshooting steps which I thought was ridiculous for a product at this price point.

After a week of just hoping the problem would go away I figured I would exchange these for a new unit. Brought the box to the office planning to return it in the evening after work... and of course the damn thing chooses that day to finally start working as it should.

That said now that they do work, I'm super happy with them... thankfully.

 

[erockg]

Any one find a good tip to use with the Galaxy Buds 2 Pro? Tried a bunch and wound up going back to stock. Causing an issue where if I wear them too long, they actually cause humidity build up of some sort and my ears are wet. Gross and frustrating. I'm reading it happens to some folks, like the first gen issue.

 

[leftside]

I already have the AirPod Max which do the job for when you want to listen around the house, and are moving around with your iPhone in your pocket. Great on the plane. Have more expensive headphones that obviously have better sound quality.

I'm thinking of getting the AirPod Pro 2 when they come out next week. They won't be my primary IEMs or headphones, but will be convenient with no wires for the beach, walks around the park, etc. Any other premium wireless IEMs I should consider before getting the AirPod Pro 2? Sound quality wise, I know they won't be as good as high end wired IEMs, but decentish sound quality would still be nice. Mainly listen to rock and electronic/techno.

 

[Phaethon]

Any one find a good tip to use with the Galaxy Buds 2 Pro? Tried a bunch and wound up going back to stock. Causing an issue where if I wear them too long, they actually cause humidity build up of some sort and my ears are wet. Gross and frustrating. I'm reading it happens to some folks, like the first gen issue.

You’re in the walled garden of Apple, like me, right? How hampered are these buds on an iOS device?

 

[erockg]

You’re in the walled garden of Apple, like me, right? How hampered are these buds on an iOS device?

90% Apple here. Oddly enough, I have an iPhone and now a Fold 4. I set them up, and they do work great on my iPhone. Basic functions work great. Even without the iPhone you can still use anc, play pause etc., but you can't use vol control unless you activate the lab settings with an android device.

 

[Jhericurls]

Any one find a good tip to use with the Galaxy Buds 2 Pro? Tried a bunch and wound up going back to stock. Causing an issue where if I wear them too long, they actually cause humidity build up of some sort and my ears are wet. Gross and frustrating. I'm reading it happens to some folks, like the first gen issue.

I've been using the Comply TrueGrip Pro Memory Foam Tips for the Sony WF-1000MX4 but work great for the Buds2 Pro. They do affect the sound slightly but it's a compromise I'm willing to make.

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Comply-TrueGrip-Premium-Earphone-Wireless-Black/dp/B081QSLTW6

I don't like any of the stock tips, medium is the best fit for me but still lets in too much passive noise.

 

[erockg]

I've been using the Comply TrueGrip Pro Memory Foam Tips for the Sony WF-1000MX4 but work great for the Buds2 Pro. They do affect the sound slightly but it's a compromise I'm willing to make.

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Comply-TrueGrip-Premium-Earphone-Wireless-Black/dp/B081QSLTW6

I don't like any of the stock tips, medium is the best fit for me but still lets in too much passive noise.

Thanks. I was considering some Comply tips. Maybe better for ventilation. Great buds, but that on issue is annoying for me.

 

[erockg]

Bose QCII in the house. Wow. So much smaller it's wonderful. ANC is pretty pretty pretty good. Can't mess with them until later, but so far, not disappointed. One glaring omission is no wireless charging. No idea why they'd omit that from gen 2. Odd. Fit is perfect for me. The redesign is much better than gen 1. Happy camper for the moment.

Comparison pics vs the AirPods Pro 1 from Colorware that will probably be sold soon.

 

[cresny]

I already have the AirPod Max which do the job for when you want to listen around the house, and are moving around with your iPhone in your pocket. Great on the plane. Have more expensive headphones that obviously have better sound quality.

I'm thinking of getting the AirPod Pro 2 when they come out next week. They won't be my primary IEMs or headphones, but will be convenient with no wires for the beach, walks around the park, etc. Any other premium wireless IEMs I should consider before getting the AirPod Pro 2? Sound quality wise, I know they won't be as good as high end wired IEMs, but decentish sound quality would still be nice. Mainly listen to rock and electronic/techno.

Does ANC matter to you? If yes and you are an iPhone user then I recommend the AirPod pro 2s without hesitation.

 

[clerkpalmer]

Bose QCII in the house. Wow. So much smaller it's wonderful. ANC is pretty pretty pretty good. Can't mess with them until later, but so far, not disappointed. One glaring omission is no wireless charging. No idea why they'd omit that from gen 2. Odd. Fit is perfect for me. The redesign is much better than gen 1. Happy camper for the moment.

Comparison pics vs the AirPods Pro 1 from Colorware that will probably be sold soon.

Mine arrived an hour ago. Same conclusion. The fit is killer. Anc is soul sucking. Sound remains very good. Nice upgrade.