Technics - Wireless Noise Cancelling Over-Ear Headphones with 2 Device Multipoint Connectivity - Black

I'm quite pleased with the sound quality and the build quality. With my normal head shape and size, they were quite comfortable. I've only had it for a day, so hopefully the battery capacity is as good as given in the specifications. The app is intuitive and easy to use. The specs (here on Best Buy as well as Technics' own site -- you always have to double check Best Buy for errors) say Maximum Wireless Range is 33 feet, but using this with my Galaxy S23+ phone in a room at the rear of my house, I had no issues when I roamed to a room at the front of my house (distance was approximately 46 feet with several walls in between).

Technics has released some impressive hardware as of late, and these A800 headphones continue that streak of impressive products. The A800 ships with a teardrop shaped rigid carrying case, 3.5mm aux cable, airplane cable adapter, and a USB-C to USB-A charging cable. The body is constructed of metal and plastic, with brushed aluminum end caps on the cups. Build quality feels sturdy with solid construction and a premium feel. I have not observed any cracks, creaking, nor excessive flex along stress points while folding, putting on, or taking off the headphones. They fold easily for storage, and the interior case bottom has a printed diagram illustrating the proper folding position of the headphones. The ear cups have comfortable foam padding covered by faux leather, and the length adjusts with a ratchet style movement. The pads are soft and remain comfortable even during long wearing sessions. The headband is similarly constructed with soft foam and faux leather, and remains mostly inconspicuous during use. There is no pressure on my head from the band and the lightweight headphones remain comfortable even after hours of continuous wear. I also never feel any excessive heat, weight or pressure during wear. The A800 has a snug fit that feels secure, but not constricting. I have a large head, so these are suitable and comfortable for larger heads. Controls are housed on the right ear cup. There are four physical buttons along the rear that control power, volume, track selection, and call functions. Commands are confirmed by voice prompts through the headphones. The side of the right cup can be tapped twice to enable or disable ANC. The noise cancelling works extremely well most times but occasionally misses the mark. When I first placed these headphones on with ANC enabled, I had a nearby washing machine making noise and pipe noise from running water. Immediately all the sounds went silent and I was blown away impressed. I was ready to crown these the ANC king right then and there. However, on another occasion I was surprised to realize I could hear voices speaking nearby and television sound effects when I paused my music. I was perplexed to say the least, but it seems like the ANC is better at handling less dominant background noises than sharper, more pronounced noises. Music sounds terrific through the 40mm drivers. I’ve listened nonstop to several hours of music spanning across multiple genres through these headphones. The sound profile is warm, with clean impactful bass with no muddiness. Highs and mids are clear and pronounced without sounding shrill or flat. Voices project nicely among instruments and all tones balance nicely with no overpowering notes. I can hear every instrument clearly, even in complex arrangements with heavy bass. Every song I listen to has good balance and even sound. Whether it’s hip hop with deep sub-bass, classical with a powerful crescendo, or jazz with numerous wind, string, and percussive instruments delicately balancing among each other, everything sounds excellent, especially in Hi-Res. The headphones also have good loudness. The four-mic array has beamforming and noise suppression for clear conversations. I’ve verified through several calls that I sound clear with minimal background noise while speaking through the headset. During one call, there was a nearby television playing an action movie at moderate volume. The remote party advised they only heard my voice until I increased the television volume to loud to test the limits of the mic noise suppression. The Technics Audio Connect companion app allows additional fine tuning of sound through a choice of either manually tuning using a five-band equalizer, or using one of four presets emphasizing bass, vocals, treble, or dynamic. The app also allows firmware updates, switching the Bluetooth LED indicator on/off, toggling the auto-pause feature on/off, and displays battery status. I can also adjust noise cancelling sensitivity and test microphone quality through the app. Overall, this is a nicely crafted set of headphones with very good sound quality, an excellent quality mic array, and enough extras to provide an enjoyable listening experience. It has outstanding battery life and even announces battery status when I power it off. It’s also lightweight and comfortable, even on large heads like mine. ANC can occasionally allow more sound in than desired, but most of the time it is excellent, especially while music is playing.

If you are looking for a pair of wireless over the ear headphones that can deliver amazing sound, block out unwanted noise, and a battery that seems to last forever, you might want to check out the Technics EAH-A800. The sound quality of the EAH-A800 is impressive, with a detailed, dynamic, and balanced performance. You can hear every detail, every instrument, and every voice. They also support high-quality audio formats, so you can enjoy your favorite songs in the best possible way. They also have a hybrid noise-cancelling system that uses feedforward and feedback microphones to reduce ambient noise. The noise cancellation can be adjusted using the Technics Audio Connect app or the touch sensor on the left earcup, allowing you to choose how much of the outside world you wish to hear. The battery life of the EAH-A800 is outstanding, with up to 40 hours of playback time with noise cancellation on, and up to 60 hours with noise cancellation off. They also support quick charging, which gives them an extra 2 hours of playback time with just 15 minutes of charging. The Technics EAH-A800 are not cheap, but the premium price comes with premium build quality and an exceptional listening experience. They are stylish, durable, and easy to use and more importantly I found them quite comfortable to wear for extended periods. The noise cancellation performance is acceptable, but doesn't quite equal the offerings of the best noise cancelling headphones on the market. I would highly recommend them as worthy of a look. The Technics EAH-A800 come with a 3.5 mm cable, a hard storage case, and a USB-C charging cable.