Skullcandy
Intras True Wireless Skullcandy Push: boosted bass
Aprox. 98€ - see price -
The intra True Wireless is in fashion. All audio manufacturers throw themselves into the arena, including Skullcandy with its Push. Let's find out what they have in store for us ...
Our review
Presentation
Launched in Spain for a few months at a price of € 129.99, the Push are Skullcandy's first completely wireless proposal for intras. Their technical data sheet is fairly standard for a product of this type: IPX4 certification, autonomy of 6 hours per charge, Bluetooth 4.2 connection (SBC codec only), stabilizers for better support ... Little promise is made on sound performance, the manufacturer just specifies that the bass is not left behind. Let's see that ...
Audio
Skullcandy hadn't lied: the Pushes emphasize low frequencies, but with very relative precision and subtlety…
They opt for a very subtle V signature, and that is an understatement to say. These intras put a lot of emphasis on low frequencies and treble, with a clear preference for the first. Beyond the excessively exaggerated boost in this area (with the feeling of pressure, seat and impact that go hand in hand), the behavior of the membranes in this region is far from being mastered. The bass is certainly very deep, but they are especially far too forward and poorly defined. It is difficult to discern the attacks and to identify precisely the various elements operating in this register (the famous combo bass drum / bass, to cite only this example). Most of the time, we are faced with a “shapeless mass”, especially if the song listened to is already naturally generous in the bass. This behavior causes mask effects on the low-mid / mid-range and also accelerates hearing fatigue, especially for people sensitive to this region of the spectrum. The only solution is to stay at a very reasonable level of listening.
The reproduction of the second part of the spectrum is a bit more balanced, but there is frankly more neutral in the genre. The emphasis on mid / treble, coupled with better precision, provides a welcome contrast to the massiveness of the extreme bass. The contrast is such that it gives the impression of a “split” sound in two. The sound clarity is slightly too pronounced, but this allows many sources to stand out, especially the voices. The intelligibility of these is The good extension of the intras in the higher frequencies also plays in their favor. The trebles are relatively large and airy, so we can get a taste of the more subtle effects, even if we must admit that the appreciation of the depth of the soundstage is largely spoiled by the mass of bass.
Push distortion is far from the weakest of this type of intras. That said, the harmonic distortion rate remains at an acceptable level.
Conclusion
Difficulty for the Push to pull out of the game as the competition is fierce. It is better to save a few euros and turn to models like the Elite 65t / Elite Active 65t or the Soundsport Free, which are better in all respects, especially if you intend to use them for sports.
Reviews
STAY AWAY FROM THESE..skull candy should have never tried to enter the truewireless market
These are the worst true wireless headphones on the market! I have the Bose true wireless, the Sony true wireless, Jabra elite 65, jaybird run, jlab. I thought these would be up there with the Bose. They are no where close.
You have to have both buds in to use them. The left ear is the main for phone calls so I had to stick the right one in my pocket "on" to be able to have the 33 'feet distance from phone. You could not leave it in the charging case as this would drop the bluetooth pairing. To increase volume you tap on the right bud (in my pocket) and the left ear decreases volume. So I like wearing the right ear as I have a work walke talkie in my left ear. GOAL if the phone rings I have to pull the left out of my pocket to answer and use phone capability.
The sound quality is so poor on the phone call people are telling me I am going in and out of signal.
Forget about the noise cancellation you hear everything around you.
What volume ?? I have it all the way up and start praying for louder. I even tried downloading headphone control apps to bump everything up.
Battery life was terrible !!
What can I say positive, cool color ... yeah ??
Annoying!!
I loved these earbuds at first. They are comfy, which is huge for me, and stay in really well. The sound quality is good. I know many reviewers mentioned a slight static sound, I did notice this but only when I had no audio playing.
These earbuds annoy the hell out of me !!! First only the left bud connects to the phone and you can use it as a stand-alone. This wasn't that big of a deal at first but with my old earbuds I would use one until it dies then switch to the other and just keep going back and forth. Can't do that with these, but again that wasn't a deal breaker. I did quickly notice that the left wouldn't charge unless the right also needed charging, this was the annoying part !! On top of that, they would constantly turn on while they were still in the charging case. I would go to play some music or a video out loud on my phone but no audio would come out. Why? Because the earbuds would turn on on their own and my phone would automatically connect. I've gotten into the habit of turning off my Bluetooth or “forgetting” the device. So I can't speak much about battery life because they always turn on and I constantly have to charge the case.
If I could send them back I would. Guess I just have to keep looking.
The first of Skullcandy's Wireless Earbuds- Don't expect perfect the first time
These earbuds are good for regular commuting. I'm unsure about gym use, etc, but for my bus ride, they are acceptable. The bass and mid-line are PERFECT, and the highs are okay as well, but you can't turn them up to a good volume without getting a static laid on top of the audio. It is most noticeable in vocals and loud melodies. Wait for the next ones if you expect perfect. ALSO: If only one will connect to your phone, hold both buttons down for 30 seconds. The representative I was on the phone with told me to only hold down the right one, which was not connecting for 30 seconds, which did not solve the problem, so I messed with them and pushed them both down for 30 seconds and they synced up to each other. That is another issue with buying the first of a line; there is not very much troubleshooting from the perspective of the company- don't blame them, they are learning just as much about their product as you are. I would give them a solid mediocre, due to the sound quality. If the static was not present, they would be golden. The fit fins do nothing, either, but they stay in my ears without them, so I'm satisfied. I wish there were more size options for the fit fins, but they are installed onto the devices without any chance of size replacement.
Love these headphones
I will admit I am a little bias on this review. I love skullcandy. I was a little surprised at how comfortable they are. But I heard about these and I had to try them. I was afraid I was going to lose the headphones. Surprisingly I haven't yet. The case is really nice. You can charge the headphones at least twice before you have to charge it. They are really comfortable to wear. I have worn them for 8-10 hours and was still comfortable with them. The battery last for 8-10 hours before they die. I was actually amazed how long they last.
Hit or miss, I’d get the insurance
I'll start this by saying that I may have been unlucky and gotten a defective set, but I'm not sure.
Pros:
So these things fit my ears pretty nicely right out of the box. They look pretty good and the sound quality is there. The charging case charges them pretty fast which is great.
Cons:
Battery life does not last as long as advertised, I get about 7 hours before they start telling me low battery. You can't charge the headphones while the case is charging, which is annoying. My last complaint is that the volume randomly changes from whisper quite to ear screaming pain when the batteries get low.
Good Idea but poor execution and missed potential
I had these for less than 48 hours and I decided to send them back. To start the color of dark gray is not dark at all.To keep it simple good product good design poor execution and poor build quality simply put they failed to carryout this idea to its full potential. They don't even charge properly because the case does not recognize they are seated. If you shake the case while it is open they will rattle. Randomly the audio will cut out regardless of distance from the device to headset. (supposed to be 33 feet) I saw a review about the phone being in the user back pocket and the headphones cutting out and did not believe it but it happens. There is a reason Bose and Sony are $ 200, the reason being is this technology is not advanced enough for everyone to produce a reliable product.
Connection issues leave these in disappointment
Sound and fit are fine in these headphones, though they didn't blow me away. But the connectivity issues made them very disappointing for the price. I returned them and ordered Apple EarPods.