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Bose SoundTrue 2
Bose

Bose SoundTrue 2

Current price · Amazon US
$124.04
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Key specs

Connection Type
Wired 3.5mmMost common
Wired-3.5mm48%Bluetooth44%Wired-usb-c7%Others2%

Wired-3.5mm is the most common — on 48% of the 239 over-ear headphones we've cataloged (of 239).

Weight
544 gAbove average
544 g
133 g420 g

above average for over-ear headphones — based on 196 of 239 we've cataloged.

Connectivity

Connection Type
Wired 3.5mm
USB Charging
No

Design

Weight
544 g
Color Options
Charcoal black, navy blue
Ear Pad Inner Dimensions
97×74 mm
Foldable
Yes
Headband Type
Adjustable over-head

Build

Material Chassis Primary
Plastic
Material Ear Cups
Memory foam, PU leather
Material Headband
Plastic with padding

Sound

Acoustic Design
Closed-back
Frequency Response Signature
Warm

Battery

Battery
No

Features

Auto Pause
No

Microphone

Microphone
Yes

SoundGuys review

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SOUNDGUYS rating
8.4/ 10
Recommended
AM
Reviewed byAdam MolinaReviewed January 2016
Design8.8
Portability8.0
Value8.0
The verdict

If you're willing to pay the price and don't mind the lack of wireless connectivity or noise cancellation, the SoundTrue II's offer excellent comfort and solid sound quality for casual listening. However, the high price tag for a wired-only headphone makes it difficult to recommend as a best-value option.

✓What we like
✓Very comfortable with lightweight design suitable for extended wear
✓Good sound quality across genres with clean bass and clear highs
✓Flexible and durable build despite plastic construction
✓Includes hardshell carrying case for protection and portability
✓Detachable cable allows for easy replacement if damaged
✕What could be better
✕Premium price point of $180 without Bluetooth or active noise cancelling
✕Cable compatibility dependent on device type (iOS vs Android)
✕Sound quality similar to previous model with no audio improvements
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