Plantronics Backbeat Pro 2 (Special Edition) Headphone Review
Design and Build
With comfort and durability in mind, the Backbeat Pro 2 special edition is made from premium materials. For long-wearing comfort, it has cushioned headband and ear pads. It has smaller and lengthened ear cups and weighs lesser than the Backbeat Pro. They made the ear cups with memory foam covered in gray leatherette. The ear cups are foldable for you to store them easily.
- Audio Quality: Immersive, high res sound, and powerful speaker drivers deliver the right balance of rich bass, crisp highs, and natural mid tones for your music
- Active Noise Cancelling Headphones (ANC): Switch on active noise canceling (ANC) to minimize ambient noise while working or traveling
- 24 Hour Streaming: Enjoy up to 24 hours of wireless music, movies and calls before choosing the cabled connection or recharging. Sensitivity (dB SPL/1mW): 93. Impedance (Ohm): 32
- Wireless Freedom: Stream rich, lifelike audio up to 100 meters/330 feet away from your Class 1 Bluetooth smartphone or tablet. Bluetooth v 4.0
- Rigid Travel Case: Ear cups swivel flat to slip into the protective travel case ; Frequency response: 20–20,000 Hz
The Backbeat Pro 2 special edition has smart sensors that pause the music when the headphone you detach from your head. If you put it back on, the music immediately resumes where it has stopped.
The power button multi-functions as a Bluetooth pairing button when switched upward for 2 seconds. You can locate below the power button the OpenMic button.
On the left ear cup, there’s a center button that pauses or plays the current track. There are also buttons that control playback and volume.
Sound Quality
The Backbeat Pro 2 special edition is powered by Plantronics’ signature immersive and high-resolution audio quality. Its sound quality is sure to let you experience eargasm all the way. The powerful 40mm speaker driver supply coordinated crisp highs, natural mid-range, and a strong bass response.
Controllable Active Noise Cancellation
Yes, there’s always need to shut down from all the background noise to fully indulge in the music. That’s why the Backbeat Pro 2 special edition’s active noise cancellation is a great feature.
You can optionally turn on the open-listening mode to deactivate noise-cancelling and listen to your surroundings and just turn it off to switch back to noise-cancelling feature.
Transmission
The Backbeat Pro 2 special edition allows you to roam around the room while listening to your favorite music or talk to someone.
Connecting is possible through the Bluetooth 4.0 technology with a maximum connection distance of 100 meters.
It has a multipoint technology. This feature enables wireless connection between two devices. With that, you can quickly shift from music to answering calls.
The added NFC feature on this particular edition instantly pairs it your audio source. No hassle.
Battery
The Backbeat Pro 2 special edition boasts a 24-hour battery life, that’s a whole day if I may emphasize.
Stay aware of your battery status with its voice alert. Just recharge the headphone if the battery’s empty, it fully charges for 3 hours. In case the battery drains, you can also use it wired with the included 3.55 mm jack cable.
Rigid Carrying Case (this is what makes this edition special)
The Backbeat Pro 2 has only a protective nylon sleeve, while this particular version features a rigid carrying case. This case secures the headphone very well even while placed in messy and stuffed compartments.
HIGHLIGHTS
The Backbeat Pro 2 Special Edition is a great wireless headphone. Now, I can stressfully enjoy music whatever I’m doing. I love its smart features like the controls and the noise-cancellation modes. Plus, I don’t have to recharge it often since it works for 24 hours undoubtedly.
Product Comparison
Plantronics BACKBEAT PRO 2 Special Edition vs backbeat pro
Plantronics Backbeat Pro 2 (Special Edition) Headphone
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SPECIFICATIONS
- Dimension9 x 9 x 3 Inches
- Weight9.6 Ounces
- Battery680 mAh Lithium –ion Battery
- Battery LifeIn use: 24 hoursOn standby: 21 days
- CableIncluded
- Charging Time3 hours
- ManufacturerPlantronics
- OriginUSA
- Price$$$
Plantronics Backbeat Pro 2 (Special Edition) Headphone
Pros
- Active noise cancellation feature
- Stable and well balanced audio output
- Excellent voice quality for phone calls
- Amazing 24-hour battery life
- Cheap but quality headphone