Beats Studio Pro Review: Lots to Love, a Little to Hate

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11 ай бұрын

Beats' new fourth-gen Studio headphones look similar to their predecessor on the outside but have some big changes on the inside that make them significantly better headphones -- and excellent headphones overall for both Apple and Android users. But they leave off a couple of features that could have made them even better. Watch CNET editor David Carnoy's full review.
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Beats Studio Pro Headphones Review: Almost AirPods Max Light, but Not Quite cnet.co/3Y67aW7
00:00 Intro
00:32 Unboxing & Specs
00:50 Design
03:04 Comfort
03:27 Features
05:37 Noise Canceling & Call Quality
07:20 Sound Quality
09:23 Battery Life
09:45 Conclusion
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@bodega0 11 ай бұрын

That brown color looks so good.

@Keji839 11 ай бұрын

Good on CNET for still keeping a professional approach to tech reviews. Concise.

@good-tn9sr 11 ай бұрын

concise

@cjadventures8840 7 ай бұрын

@@good-tn9sr y-yes

@bobho6350 11 ай бұрын

Really they did improve the durability. Back when working for apple, always had customers coming back with headband and hinge durability issues

@cjadventures8840 7 ай бұрын

Guess people are rougher with their stuff than I am, my beats held up good. Other then replacing the foam and plastic one in a while.

@Dan.Dan11 5 ай бұрын

@@cjadventures8840facts i’ve had my beats about 2 years and haven’t had a single issue with them and i use em a lot

@nm6818 7 ай бұрын

Thank you!! This was an incredible video. Am going to buy them. Qu though: is it worth purchasing the 2yr, $25 apple warranty?

@corsairstw 11 ай бұрын

I love that they added direct wired lossless audio capability.

@stevenp3176 11 ай бұрын

Literally any headphone with a wire has that feature.

@victorjmaranon 11 ай бұрын

@@stevenp3176yes but also you need a DAC

@DougiePlaysSoccer 11 ай бұрын

That Apple will charge $20 for

@Sheepy007 10 ай бұрын

@@victorjmaranonbut not necessarily in the headphones

@Dreadpirateflappy 3 ай бұрын

@@stevenp3176 Airpod max doesn't... their wire doesn't allow lossless.

@TheWolfHowling 11 ай бұрын

Curious if the reason why the headphones use a "custom chip" instead of Apple's H2 is for the accommodation of the Android features. Although, I've used my Powerbeats (2020) on both platforms and everything works fine after having to manually pair on Android

@WarlordMoA 11 ай бұрын

Thanks John, however I would like to ask I'm sure you had time using Sony WH1000XM5 with Spatial audio how did it show up on the iPhone was it through Sony Center app or Apple settings?

@micd9256 11 ай бұрын

David's reviews are still the only remaining reason I visit any of CNET's content. At least Apple has Beats moving in the right direction.

@whyme3772 6 ай бұрын

Yep. Beats has improved since Apple bought them out in 2014. Before that, you were solely paying all that money for the logo.

@lorensims4846 11 ай бұрын

Wonderful review. I appreciate the specific comparisons with other products. These sound like the would be fine for me, though they are a bit out of my price range.

@davidcarnoy961 11 ай бұрын

Thanks! (They should come down in price in due time).

@laserpub2606 7 ай бұрын

$169 on Amazon right now.

@user-hz8gg7sq8m 2 ай бұрын

Hey thank you for your comprehensive review. I have 2 questions though. Are the cups of this headphone large enough to be comfortable and second are they also comfortable for those who wear glasses. Thks!

@poontony 11 ай бұрын

My biggest concern with the last version was the cushions keep falling apart. And so, repairing them was expensive. I liked that with the AirPod Max, I can remove the cushions

@guillaumegagnon7049 10 ай бұрын

I just repaired my old beats studio 3 with earpads replacements from amazon, it cost 20$ and was easy to replace, many youtube videos show you how.

@cjadventures8840 7 ай бұрын

Wdym repairing them was expensive?

@retro2boujee 6 ай бұрын

That wouldn’t be a bad feature for them to add 🤔

@scottlawson3365 3 ай бұрын

I had a pair of the last generation Studio Pro’s and the ear pads began cracking. Not only was it very disappointing that there was no official support channel to purchase replacement ear pads but it was also disappointing to discover the ear pads are basically glued on which made it very difficult to attempt to replace them with 3rd party ear pads. Unfortunately I wound up snapping the headband when I attempted to replace mine. At that point I bought a pair of Bose and never looked back. Also something nice about Bose is you can buy replacement ear pads directly from them for just over $30. Additionally they are super simple to replace. Personally I would steer clear of any manufacturer who doesn’t officially support replacing ear pads on premium headphones.

@beautyneytiri 11 ай бұрын

oh i LOVE that it has the same design as before !

@jownie101 11 ай бұрын

Thanks for this video. I would also like to see a more in-depth comparison between this new Studio Pro and the Apple AirPods Max.

@dontatmebro- 11 ай бұрын

Haha! …Your serious?

@Thor_the_giant_schnauzer 7 ай бұрын

They’re $169 now at Black Friday on Amazon

@sbautista8732WID 2 күн бұрын

I hope they get audio sharing soon, I’m going on a trip in September and want to use them for that by then. Currently have the solo 3s in the box

@brunomarques5807 10 ай бұрын

Great review. I have the Beats Solo 3 for a number of years still works great. The padding show a very little wear but I was looking for something a little “bigger” I might get the upgrade.

@gabes3196 7 ай бұрын

How do you take such good care of the earcups?

@taylan2213 7 ай бұрын

i refunded with 50 percent discount-thats that bad

@paoc4818 11 ай бұрын

looking forward to try this out

@megagene 11 ай бұрын

But will the upgraded faux leather on the ear cups start flaking and peeling off after a year and a half of regular use due to sweat and natural skin oils? Only time will tell.

@chris14091975 11 ай бұрын

It is the first time i see this guy. I love him, just the facts, none of that youtube posturing

@ronaldcarlos5403 10 ай бұрын

Great price prediction! It's currently $249 on Amazon.

@funkonsight 11 ай бұрын

Love David’s reviews. Keep ‘em comin brother 👊🏾🔥

@davidcarnoy961 11 ай бұрын

Thanks for the support!

@dblopes 9 ай бұрын

@@davidcarnoy961you’re the best, man. Glad to watch your reviews every time!

@davidcarnoy961 9 ай бұрын

@@dblopes Thanks. Much appreciated!

@JamesPaulGomez 11 ай бұрын

Is there the ability to share audio to another to airpod - since it doesnt have the H2 chip?

@user-ze4vl9cy3r 11 ай бұрын

Hey CNET ... what was with their odd choice of the word "Fire" & "Firestick"? What was the etymology of that?

@synthwave7 11 ай бұрын

I am listening to this video with BEATS Studio Pro headphones. All I can say - I have not yet found a headphone that can beat this headphone with EDM music specifically. Sennheiser, Sony, Bose conme close but no way do those others sound better with than Beats Pro. I have listened to manay songs from the 80's, 90's Italo, Dance etc. I do not care if they are not comfortable or not lasting - it is all about the sound quality to me.

@alexisramis 10 ай бұрын

quick question, I think mine are defective, I hear a heavy rain like sound whenever noise cancelling is on, you don't have anything like that right?

@cjadventures8840 7 ай бұрын

@@alexisramis If it sounds like it's obnoxiously loud then that's probably not normal, are they fixed now?

@jel517 7 ай бұрын

it's a setting, background noise. You've allready found that out by now@@alexisramis

@majormegapix 6 ай бұрын

Enjoyed your presentation. I'm getting a pair of these to supplement my Beyerdynamic DT 770 Pros and Denon Ah-d5200s, plus I LOVE deep, punchy bass. I plan to use them wired and running through my Hip DAC. I wondered if you've tried them through a similar setup?

@dynamodav 5 ай бұрын

How’d they compare to the dt770?

@majormegapix 5 ай бұрын

Update 1 mo. later. I like the Beats a lot. I find the soundstage a little closed (the DT770s sound airier) but the bass is really strong especially with 'extra bass' on with my iFi dac. I do find them uncomfortable after 30 minutes or so. Using without a DAC with Bluetooth you lose the punchy bass but that's OK if you need to be wireless like at the gym. Sound cancelation is very good. @@dynamodav

@wayneoneill5265 4 ай бұрын

Very good review. I just got a pair today in deep brown colour. I am disappointed because they are very uncomfortable on my ears. No matter how I adjust them they squeeze my ears and after maybe half an hour I get a lot of pain. I am not keeping them. It would be nice if I could get to try headphones on for comfort instead of wasting money buying them in the vague hope that they will fit me. The only set I have that fits well is the Soundcore Q45.

@chunbrew5551 7 ай бұрын

Soo I just got some and I have tips for boosting the sound for just regular music listeners Absolutely do not turn on head tracking Spatial Audio it downgrades the sound expeditiously and it honestly sounds loudest and more bass when I use my iPhones Spotify and bass booster in equalizer Did the same thing on my android and it was nowhere near as loud and the quality was different For android you have to use your phones equalizer in the settings there isn’t an equalizer in Spotify for android (unless I need to update I did turn on a 2 year old phone)

@Max-gr5lh 11 ай бұрын

Can I use transparency mode in usb c and 3.5 connections

@arthurarbolado8060 11 ай бұрын

is this good for wireless PC gaming?

@Justin-qh7hu 3 ай бұрын

Could someone answer a question, do these headphones adjust in size? Like can you raise or lower the speakers??

@Elinsinba 7 ай бұрын

Does it work in cold weather?

@Sam3031996 11 ай бұрын

Nice! Added to my wishlist

@beautyneytiri 11 ай бұрын

the beats logo was actually beautiful.

@YukyDoodle 11 ай бұрын

If they make the translucent version its over for my wallet

@armandsant1143 11 ай бұрын

You’re right a bugs bunny slap against Nothing

@seannightwal1765 11 ай бұрын

I just want the original design black and red.

@zafeermalik3389 11 ай бұрын

😂😂😂😂

@carlosdeleon6472 11 ай бұрын

That would be sick

@ylihao 11 ай бұрын

Nothing be like: On it!

@TheCleaopatra 3 ай бұрын

Thanks for the review. Do these headsets have a mute/unmute button? I am looking for a beats headset that has a mute button for virtual meetings...

@AustinDowdle Ай бұрын

Yes you can with the beats button

@smivlibee5936 18 күн бұрын

Great review bro

@DenskySimon 11 ай бұрын

I want one for year the always on sale. But I refuse to buy one with micro usb. They finally put usb c that’s the best feature

@kevinschmidt9482 Ай бұрын

These are on sale open box for $130 right now. I would typically not buy beats but for that price I might pick them up. My dog just chewed up my trusty insignia headphones. They would be used almost exclusively on flights listening to podcasts. The anc feature is most important to me.

@anthonyh2884 11 ай бұрын

Will buy when it hits $200! 👍🏽🥳

@33oakmont 8 ай бұрын

$199 on Amazon now 🎉

@lilsnoozyvert1234 7 ай бұрын

170$ Black Friday sale 😅

@jel517 7 ай бұрын

just got mone. 169.00@@lilsnoozyvert1234

@pauloluciano3830 11 ай бұрын

Does anybody know the iphone case he has? It looks so retro..

@greenfash6328 8 ай бұрын

let address the elephant in the room. when beats came out it target audience was the urban crowd, and the other 20% was the non-urban crowd who loved hardcore dance music. Apple knew Beats was going to be a tough competitor in the future so Apple did what Apple does got rid of the threat. I don't understand why these reviewers are bad mouthing Beats, when they know Apple is never going to bring out or design something new or spectacular for the Beat band. Apple is a company that doesn't like sharing the spot light.

@verbalhustle 4 күн бұрын

Good points!!

@user-qm1ki9zh4r 11 ай бұрын

What’s better, the beats or the AirPods Max?

@rodolfoandrade4343 8 ай бұрын

What color are they grey or beige

@gassyburrito580 11 ай бұрын

I thought since Apple owns beats they would bring the starlight and midnight color choices from the iPhone 13 and 14

@matos2003 11 ай бұрын

Spatial audio makes the difference for me, they sound really good! 😂😂

@retro2boujee 6 ай бұрын

I just got a pair of these today! The dark brown one. The finish is so smooth!! I’m 2 hrs into using these, and he is not kidding about the noise cancelation, and the compression once you put them on. By the way the guy at 6:34 was supper lost 😂

@deondrethomas3166 6 ай бұрын

I just got a pair but tryna see why the bass and sound not loud is there a settings or some I got to change it’s not louder than my studios 3

@battleaxeblake9146 5 ай бұрын

@@deondrethomas3166I believe somewhere in settings on IPhone there is a setting that limits headphone audio

@reallycarson 11 ай бұрын

Waiting for black friday on these. So excited.

@deanta14 11 ай бұрын

They more than likely won’t be on sale especially this year

@ElloAsty 8 ай бұрын

@@deanta14they were going for $180 on Prime day dawg

@buhbuh4529 7 ай бұрын

50% off now!!!

@reallycarson 7 ай бұрын

@@buhbuh4529 I copped them for $150

@user-jp5gf3rw5q 10 ай бұрын

Does the sound leak??

@DibakarBarua_mattbusbyway 11 ай бұрын

THANK YOU FOR THE USB-C @Apple. I can finally at least consider these instead of outright rejecting them.

@cjadventures8840 7 ай бұрын

Dont thank Apple lol, thank the EU

@brobiv2452 11 ай бұрын

Is it better than apple head phomes

@xairoantonio 7 ай бұрын

I listen to my studio beats pro headphones without much volume and without much bass, any advice?

@unknownagian6012 4 ай бұрын

They need an update that ruins the headphones for me

@nicshannon21 6 ай бұрын

Was lucky to get them for like $169 on Amazon for Black Friday.

@hurricaneiva5697 6 ай бұрын

I did too!

@Ken-bj9uy 11 ай бұрын

The choice to use captions on this video would have been appreciated

@carlosdeleon6472 11 ай бұрын

If by the end of the year Apple doesn’t release the AirPods Max 2 I will get these .

@T4d3e0 11 ай бұрын

I currently hace the Bose 700 should i switch to these

@PerryPerfectPerson 11 ай бұрын

I love them! Iv had 2 pair.

@RaptorVlog 5 ай бұрын

Just so you guys know target has these for 179.99 and not 350 rn and I don't know how long the sale will last

@LilGrimey5Star 11 ай бұрын

We need this in PRODUCT RED

@Nala_1230 11 ай бұрын

I see they went for a similiar package to sony xm5's

@coltonpiper6156 11 ай бұрын

I was hoping it would have three H2 chip in it

@suavyp1337 11 ай бұрын

Using those Succession “stealth wealth” color patterns I see 😏

@MissouriMatt54 11 ай бұрын

Thank you for the video

@tricksalot2 11 ай бұрын

sbc and aac?

@joelnehl 11 ай бұрын

I bought the Beat Studio 3’s for $149 a couple years ago, I don’t use them very often, I think they are too bass heavy, I prefer my old Bose noise canceling headphones, even though I’ve had a problem with the power button.

@HazelwoodBoy250 11 ай бұрын

the 3s aren't bass heavy and i have them

@joelnehl 11 ай бұрын

@@HazelwoodBoy250 Have you ever compared them to Bose? I wish they had controls so you could adjust the bass and treble. I have other Beats products and “I” feel the Studio 3’s have the heaviest bass of all.

@HazelwoodBoy250 11 ай бұрын

@@joelnehl to you but the 3s compared to the ones before was bass heavy

@MarioSays713 11 ай бұрын

@@HazelwoodBoy250you probably haven’t tried the higher end headphones. Beats are tuned for heavy bass.

@HazelwoodBoy250 11 ай бұрын

@@MarioSays713 I'm telling you studio 3s don't have that much bass

@JoseLuna-dg8zl 3 ай бұрын

Just bought these not that long ago love them I got the deep brown color and they look incredible, the features are nice and even though they might now compare to air pods max they are a close second and for the price if you don’t want to spend 500 plus on headphones and you want style and performance you should check out these. Personal preference when it comes down to it but so far loving these headphones

@tech4now_ 11 ай бұрын

I can’t use any over ear headphones without ear detection

@1983capcomfan 11 ай бұрын

I think the b logo on the new pro's should light up. That would be awesome!!!!!

@niku500 11 ай бұрын

do they become warm on ears? in how much time?

@davidcarnoy961 11 ай бұрын

Yes, when you wear them outside in warmer environments, they will heat up your ears pretty good just like a lot of over-ear headphones (AirPods Max are cooler due to their ear pads’ material).

@ThePrescriber 11 ай бұрын

@@davidcarnoy961 Hi!

@paulpivaral4832 11 ай бұрын

So whats everyone opinion, get these or AirPod max

@guillaumegagnon7049 10 ай бұрын

Airpods max if you have the money. if not, I recommend Sony xm5 or sennheiser momentum 4

@consmercado3843 11 ай бұрын

When I tried beats way back 2012 after that experience I don't wanna buy them again because they really look and feel cheap and not worth the price.

@mib5633 11 ай бұрын

Beat's design seems to be almost apple-like stubborn (wonder why), but it'll be interesting to watch them evolve from here! unless they go full apple and don't change anything major for another 10 models.

@bipstaa 7 ай бұрын

i got these for 170 yesterday, dope.

@HaileyKendrick38 3 ай бұрын

I love my Beats Studio pro use them all the time

@dhirendersahani2544 11 ай бұрын

So nice headphones 🎧 😊

@marque1d 5 ай бұрын

USB-C audio is a must due to the trash Bluetooth AAC codec Apple is committed to. A bit annoying they gatekeep Spatial Audio on Android.

@t2dev 11 ай бұрын

Never understood why they called it Studio. I've worked in recording studios and no one used these crap for sessions either as the musicians or sound engineers, mixers, producers. Oh now I remember. MARKETING!

@user-nb8df2wj1o 11 ай бұрын

xm5 is ‘more’ comfortable? then no for me

@Snake20 10 ай бұрын

Can you still used wired with no charge?

@guillaumegagnon7049 10 ай бұрын

nope

@DougiePlaysSoccer 5 ай бұрын

What’s the point if that’s all they changed. Plus the price hike is staggering when you compare the manufacturing costs. Speaker technology can only go so far, and I think the ruse they pull is akin to theft. They should focus more on technology and quality over aesthetics- but it is beats so…

@canturkcivelek4896 11 ай бұрын

So, I am guessing Airpods Max is little better in Sound Quality, ANC, and Transparency mode.. Thanks for the review 👍🏻

@aminbahrami5100 9 ай бұрын

Ofc but you pay an extra 200$

@zackh7450 11 ай бұрын

These were the most expensive headphones i got new and they lasted the shortest before breaking

@unknownagian6012 4 ай бұрын

I just wish they didn’t take away what beats we’re made for the B was for base wtf why would you take the main point out you made everything but that great with these headphones I wish it was a update or something to fix it . Everything else is great and the price is up there luckily I got them for Christmas but still I hate the base isn’t there

@pamelaramdat8321 Ай бұрын

I just bought these for $179.99 on Amazon in May 2024. I’m coming from the Studio 3 so this should be a nice upgrade.

@michaelmyersplays4992 Ай бұрын

How are they ?

@pamelaramdat8321 Ай бұрын

@@michaelmyersplays4992 didnt open up the new ones yet. But the old ones are well rounded for a more playful listener. I can compare them to the Audio Technica, ATH M50. The beats lack a little in the mid range. But all round, sound, noise canceling and build is solid 8.2/10

@TheDanimal91 Ай бұрын

I honestly prefer the studio 3. They sound louder and are more comfortable. At least for me

@footballmaster7115 Ай бұрын

Is noice cancelling good? Like in the gym with these you can still hear music and people around you?

@DesignTechie 11 ай бұрын

As an industrial designer I was hoping for a redesign even if we are using the graphic design motto of keeping the classic design “Coca-Cola like “ the headband itself needs an update it’s failsafe point is the hinge.. it is a clean design but the hinges on the headband could have been rethought or engineered to create a better connection and even improved fitment even if we kept the band design 90§ the same and updated the materials

@Titanz300 8 ай бұрын

They sound very good

@Natsumi170 11 ай бұрын

How can you review headphones without a frequency response graph?

@Gilfordd 11 ай бұрын

No H2 chip? Pass

@roelgerardlazaro5033 11 ай бұрын

what is the case of your iphone 14 pro?

@davidcarnoy961 11 ай бұрын

Purple one is Otterbox Core case. Very good case. Nice grip 😊

@roelgerardlazaro5033 11 ай бұрын

@@davidcarnoy961 thank you for the reply.😊

@joelconolly5574 11 ай бұрын

Still better "priced" than the Airpod Max.

@Videofreak518 18 күн бұрын

Finding out it’s a 50% off for Father’s Day led me here. 😂

@Yenny-1014 16 күн бұрын

Yup me too😅.

@0x400Bogdan 11 ай бұрын

7:29 You've been using them just a little, and the leather has cracks already.

@ElloAsty 8 ай бұрын

Lol I just bought these but haven't opened. That right there makes me want to return

@0x400Bogdan 8 ай бұрын

@@ElloAstyI've bought it any way, and I regret the purchase.

@ronaldbardalez6318 11 ай бұрын

No logo is enough of an upgrade, to be honest!

@jeffreybokhari6772 11 ай бұрын

There’s Nothing To Hate About The Beats Studio Pro’s Cause They Use USb Type C Zollotech Say’s That Too And I Trust Him More Than Other KZfaqrs Cause They Don’t Do There Research And Say The Same Thing About All Headphones And Are Liars

@mirembesamuel449 3 ай бұрын

mine have a blue light is that supposed to be there?

@gibreezy 10 ай бұрын

Really dumb there’s no EQ settings available for wireless mode

@IMSOWOKEN Ай бұрын

Why would u want a softer case a case is to protect your headphones

@MissouriMatt54 11 ай бұрын

Saying they sound better than the previous version isn’t really high praise. Since the previous versions sounded worse than the cheaper “Solo 3” headphones.