Beats by Dr. Dre Solo Pro Wireless Noise-Canceling On-Ear Headphones Red

Let’s just call this a review of my experience in general with Beats over-the-head headphones. Also, full disclosure, I received these free from someone who won them at a convention. They are a promotional item, I think they are an earlier generation to promote next generation? Or something like that? Anyway, I am hard on my stuff. I busted a bathroom sink by accident, I busted the table on Thanksgiving- with the dinner on it! But these headphones, they were precious and they were tough. Headphones use to last, maybe, a couple weeks with me…but these…They numbed the outside world, and they made what you listened to sounds like a theatre. The sound wonderful (sorry, novice’s point of view, but it was great to me). The noise cancellation was so on par with what I ... MoreLet’s just call this a review of my experience in general with Beats over-the-head headphones. Also, full disclosure, I received these free from someone who won them at a convention. They are a promotional item, I think they are an earlier generation to promote next generation? Or something like that? Anyway, I am hard on my stuff. I busted a bathroom sink by accident, I busted the table on Thanksgiving- with the dinner on it! But these headphones, they were precious and they were tough. Headphones use to last, maybe, a couple weeks with me…but these…They numbed the outside world, and they made what you listened to sounds like a theatre. The sound wonderful (sorry, novice’s point of view, but it was great to me). The noise cancellation was so on par with what I imagined. But more so, the beauty was in that they lasted over ten years. Good headphones.

A premium price for mediocre preformance

It's hard not to feel a pang of nostalgia for the days when owning a pair of Beats headphones equated to a certain level of status and prestige. While the Studio Pro model offers better noise cancellation and improved sound clarity compared to its predecessors, the sound quality still falls short of its price tag. Audiophiles seeking an immersive sonic experience might find themselves yearning for a more balanced and refined audio profile. Despite their sleek design, the Beats Studio Pro also falls short in delivering a comfortable wearing experience during extended listening sessions. The padding on the ear cups and headband, while visually appealing, lacks the plushness needed to keep discomfort at bay. These headphones are simply a statement piece that echoes the ... MoreIt's hard not to feel a pang of nostalgia for the days when owning a pair of Beats headphones equated to a certain level of status and prestige. While the Studio Pro model offers better noise cancellation and improved sound clarity compared to its predecessors, the sound quality still falls short of its price tag. Audiophiles seeking an immersive sonic experience might find themselves yearning for a more balanced and refined audio profile. Despite their sleek design, the Beats Studio Pro also falls short in delivering a comfortable wearing experience during extended listening sessions. The padding on the ear cups and headband, while visually appealing, lacks the plushness needed to keep discomfort at bay. These headphones are simply a statement piece that echoes the past allure of Beats, while leaving room for growth in the realm of acoustic performance and comfort.

Almost everything is great…almost.

These headphones have a lot of positives but one big negative which is really annoying. The sound quality is great (I’m not an audiophile, but I do know the difference between good and bad sound quality) so that’s a huge pro. The controls are easy to understand and use and the feature where they turn on and connect automatically when you unfold them is sweet. The noise cancellation feature is also really good. They are really durable as well. The case you get is pretty standard but it does it’s job. The matte finish is also really sweet. You’re probably wondering why these are 4 stars instead of 5. Well like i said there is a pretty big negative. They are uncomfortable and tight. You don’t really feel it right away but about 30 minutes of listening and your ears and ... MoreThese headphones have a lot of positives but one big negative which is really annoying. The sound quality is great (I’m not an audiophile, but I do know the difference between good and bad sound quality) so that’s a huge pro. The controls are easy to understand and use and the feature where they turn on and connect automatically when you unfold them is sweet. The noise cancellation feature is also really good. They are really durable as well. The case you get is pretty standard but it does it’s job. The matte finish is also really sweet. You’re probably wondering why these are 4 stars instead of 5. Well like i said there is a pretty big negative. They are uncomfortable and tight. You don’t really feel it right away but about 30 minutes of listening and your ears and head start to feel some major discomfort. I also wear glasses so if you wear glasses as well prepare for worse discomfort. These basically push your glasses against your head and it’s not comfortable in the slightest which really stinks because besides that I have no other problems with these headphones. Don’t get me wrong though the discomfort isn’t unbearable. I still wear them almost every day. Just know that these won’t have nearly the comfort level of over ear headphones. With the discomfort level where it is I just don’t think these are worth $300.

Be cautious - Item is out dated and battery arrived dead

Bought this now-discontinued item and when it arrived, the batteries were 100% depleted, which is not good practice for lithium batteries to be stored for extended periods of time. After a full charge, unit paired to my iOs/Apple TV without issue, but the battery life is far from what is advertised. It went from 100% - 88% within 10 minutes of use.I tried to add AppleCare to the unit as a precaution, but was unable to do so. When I called Apple, their records showed it was now out of warranty. I had to prove that I just bought it and they questioned if it was refurbished or used (which I saw no evidence of repacking).Sound quality is great, although the noise cancellation fades in and out sometimes; I will hear my room fan for about 10 seconds before it fades ... MoreBought this now-discontinued item and when it arrived, the batteries were 100% depleted, which is not good practice for lithium batteries to be stored for extended periods of time. After a full charge, unit paired to my iOs/Apple TV without issue, but the battery life is far from what is advertised. It went from 100% - 88% within 10 minutes of use.I tried to add AppleCare to the unit as a precaution, but was unable to do so. When I called Apple, their records showed it was now out of warranty. I had to prove that I just bought it and they questioned if it was refurbished or used (which I saw no evidence of repacking).Sound quality is great, although the noise cancellation fades in and out sometimes; I will hear my room fan for about 10 seconds before it fades away again when watching TV.

Beats studio

Absolutely, here's a 5-star review for the headphones:⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐I am thoroughly impressed with these headphones! The sound quality is exceptional, providing a rich and immersive audio experience. The comfort level is remarkable, allowing me to wear them for extended periods without any discomfort. The noise-cancellation feature works like a charm, blocking out unwanted distractions and letting me fully enjoy my music or podcasts. The battery life is impressive as well, lasting for hours on end. Not to mention, the sleek and stylish design adds a touch of sophistication. These headphones have exceeded my expectations and I wholeheartedly recommend them to anyone in search of top-notch audio gear.

Esthetics aside, quality is subpar

Very disappointed by the performance. I expected premium quality for these headphones. There was zero depth to the sound quality in terms of actual beat/bass. There was just 'sound' that's it. The noise canceling is apparent. Outside of that and the esthetically pleasing color options there isn't much to offer here, especially for the price. The case is pliable fabric material that is not protective of your "investment". It can easily be damaged if you're not very careful with where it's placed while traveling. These headphones seem to be more for "status" above anything else. Overall I do not recommend. Package arrived today, will be returning tomorrow.

Major upgrade

Compared to the Beats Studio3 these pack an amazing ammount of power and sound into that iconic silhouette. Apple brings their transparency mode technology to these headphones, and it shows. Crystal clear awareness across the board and the noise cancellation is absolutely stunning. Only complain is the materials of the construction do tend to cause creeking as it gets handled but none the less they are some fine sounding, stylish headphones. Also love the ease of use and compatibility with both IOS and Android. Battery life is fantastic, and the usbc play and charge functionality is so useful. Highly recommend for the Gym or just lifestyle.

Only buy it at big discount

These things are just not great. Perhaps I’m spoiled as I was coming from AirPods Max. Was looking forward to something less weight and USB C and folding.But these things just aren’t great. Maybe if they were under two hundred. The black color shows fingerprints like crazy, even just a few minutes of ownership. Looks so cheap. The pads get warm quickly. It’s odd to me to pay this much and feel the ear mesh inside the pads up against your ears as the pads are so slim, just very strange. The ANC is pretty good for the price point, but the cheap plastic clicky buttons just kind of ruin the experience. Wouldn’t surprise me if these quickly get discontinued. Feels like they just wanted to get out a new version with USB-C.

Perhaps buy on sale, better options otherwise

I purchased this item about fifteen months ago on sale for the New Years. First things first, I really liked the easy connectivity to my Apple Devices. I really loved the sound and the bass and the general ease of usability. That said, it was a little annoying that the device does not have an off switch and has to be folded. I might have a slightly larger head but the clamp force of the band can be quite uncomfortable for some. It certainly is for me sometimes and I do have to take a break after an hour or so. My biggest problem was reliability - after fourteen months, the device developed a bug where the noise cancelling made a constant drone and it would no longer pair to any of my devices. There was absolutely no water damage and just general wear and tear but it ... MoreI purchased this item about fifteen months ago on sale for the New Years. First things first, I really liked the easy connectivity to my Apple Devices. I really loved the sound and the bass and the general ease of usability. That said, it was a little annoying that the device does not have an off switch and has to be folded. I might have a slightly larger head but the clamp force of the band can be quite uncomfortable for some. It certainly is for me sometimes and I do have to take a break after an hour or so. My biggest problem was reliability - after fourteen months, the device developed a bug where the noise cancelling made a constant drone and it would no longer pair to any of my devices. There was absolutely no water damage and just general wear and tear but it was always carried in a case (which by the way is not a hard case and is not the most protective). I looked up the cost of replacement and out of warranty service and it was going to be more than what I paid for the device on sale. I will say though, that there are probably better options if you're buying this without a sale. That said, for about 140 dollars on sale, this wasn't the worst thing in the world for over a year of use.

These create the most peaceful sound space

These create a safe aural space for people who need that, like myself who are autistic. The first time I put them on it created the most beautiful silent space. They do that better than any head phones I've tried.The sad side is they are not physically as robust as I would like. They have an annoying habit of discharging the battery once in awhile. The procedure to reboot them is very precise, follow the instructions!!!I had my first pair for almost a year before they terminally pooched. User error, my water bottle leaked in my bag and "they don't like that", as the electronics expert said.But they were sooo wonderful, I ended up buying a second pair after a month.