Customer Ratings & Reviews

INTRODUCTION: I consider myself to be a headphone/audio enthusiast. I spend a good bit of time trying different headphones. So it was a surprise to me when the audiophile community started to talk about how the Beats Solo 2 sounded good—especially compared to the previous generation Solo HD. As a result, when I saw the Solo 2's go on sale at Best Buy, I decided to pick them up and make my own assessment. UNBOXING (5/5): The unboxing experience of the Solo 2's is very pleasant compared to many other headphones. I'd rather have them spend more R&D in the product itself, rather than being flashy and mass marketing. But the unboxing experience is simple and pleasant. The Solo 2's come in a soft case. Don't expect the case to protect the headphones too much, but it's nice that they've included it. BUILD (3/5): The Solo 2's are primarily made up of plastic—a very glossy plastic. As a result, they attract fingerprints and smudges very easily. They fold in, which certainly helps make them more portable. It is obvious that the Beats designers constructed these headphones to be portable so that you can show them off in public. The style is simple, understated—which is what I like in terms of a visual aesthetic. COMFORT (3/5): The Solo 2's leave a good bit to be desired in terms of comfort. They are on-ear headphones, so they have to have enough clamping force on your ears to stay on your head. That being said, these have too much clamping force for me to enjoy them for long periods of time. After a while, your ears might get sweaty. They might need more breaking in, but with the hard plastic build, there's not a lot of bending I can do to reduce the clamping force—at least not without breaking the headband. The ear pads are very soft and comfortable, but the clamping force seems to negate that cushion. As for the headband, it's not bad. There's minimal padding, even though it looks like there's a good amount (maybe 1/4 inch of actual padding). SOUND (4/5): In terms of sound, these Beats have a pleasant sound signature. They're nothing to gush over, by any means—but if you like bass, then these Beats definitely deliver that. And with decent sub-bass so you can 'feel' the sound. I'd describe the sound signature as being fairly detailed with recessed highs to prevent fatigue, and accentuation in bass for those who like to feel their music. But if you've got a pair of Beats, you're probably listening to electronic, pop, rap, or hip-hop—as that's the type of music that these headphones are tuned for. They're called Beats for a reason, after all! CONVENIENCE (4/5): These headphones have an inline remote for Apple devices. You're able to play/pause, skip tracks (forward and back), and adjust the volume. On Android devices, I found that the volume controls don't work, but everything else did. As mentioned earlier, the headphones do collapse/fold in, which is great for portability. They have a small form factor, so it's pretty easy to fold them up, put them in the included carrying case, zip it up, and throw it in your bag. OVERALL (4/5): The Beats Solo 2 deliver good sound quality and portability, but they need to improve their construction materials and comfort.

I bought these headphone because it is stylish. The audio quality is great. I got this for $130 and it was the best decision I made. It works with Android 100%. The only thing is that the 1 year warranty only applies to Iphones. Other than that great headphones!

Great priced!! Bought some for the kids. Awesome for travel & working out. Blue is my favorite color. Next purchase is the cordless Beats by Dre.

The sound quality is really good, noise isolation works fully, it worked on the acoustic and the bass, the price was really affordable. A worthy buy.

The sounds are amazing and the color is awesome!!!

My brother loved his new beats! They have a great sound and keep outside noise out.

I've always wondered way this headset is so expensive. All I did was sample it at the store and I knew why. Try it and you'll know what I mean!

It's really awesome! You hear the song like never before. I really enjoy them and I use them to workout. The best headphones!

Great quality!! I would recommend these to anyone's bought the royal edition and the green edition pair

I got these beats when they were on sale for 89.99. I actually bought two. These was more then 50 percent off. Worth it

Can't BEAT the price half off. I actually picked up a pair for everyone in the fam......We use them all the time.

Very comfortable, great sound. You pay for what you get

Purchased because of the hype of the quality of the brand. I was disappointed by the sound quality, as the sound is very muffled. Was expecting more. I am glad I got them for a reduced price because of the Price Match guarantee. I'm sure the others in the brand are better, these are just ok.

Overall the headphones are comfortable and the sound isn't bad but when purchasing $200 headphones I would expect something far beyond the quality I get from $15 Skull Candy earbuds and that just isn't the case. Also they've broke twice on me so far. The first time the right ear went out, and I had to swap those out for the new ones. Now those ones are messing up in the left ear. Sounds like something is rattling loose whenever I run or a song has bass to it. Long story short get them on sale if you're going to get them and make sure you get a warranty on them too.

Excellent for music, haven't used it for voice calls or anything else...mainly music. Sole purpose is what I bought it for. Other than that really great and friendly service in Chino, CA where I pick it up after purchasing online.

The head phone is very cool on me. The only shortcoming is it will be a little painful if I wear it long time. So it is not that comfortable for wearing long time.

It was overall good but I feel like it could of been better. I just felt that the sound was dimmed and I would of love a louder sound. If that makes sense.... lol

I bought these for my 19 year old daughter and she said they are amazing!

One of the best sound I ever ear, good quality great color, now I am thinking purchase the wireless beats.

I don't need to add too much on beats headphones, is a good brand and good product, for the price I paid sound could be better, but I'm ok after all.