Beats By Dre Solo 2 Review | 93 Data compared

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  • Avg. price: ~£45
  • Form factor: on-ear
  • Connectivity: wireless
  • Battery life: 12 hours
  • Active noise cancellation (ANC): no

Beats By Dre Solo 2 review. Compare 93 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among headphones and if it is worth buying.

5.5

Overall score

What it is: An overall evaluation of the headphones' quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.

When it matters: When you need a quick reference to identify the best headphones on the market.

Score components:

80.0%

4.7

Technical Score

20.0%

8.9

User score

Good
4.7

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the headphones' technical performance, covering key areas such as sound quality, noise cancelling, microphone performance, battery life, comfort, connectivity, features, and build quality.

When it matters: When you want to compare headphones based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

52.0%

5.0

Sound

20.0%

2.7

Features

10.0%

7.0

Design

8.0%

4.3

Connectivity

6.0%

4.5

Battery

4.0%

6.8

Calls & Controls

Poor
8.9

User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the headphones.

When it matters: When you want to understand how headphones perform in real listening and how reliable they are in terms of comfort, audio quality, battery life, and long-term use.

Score components:

70.0%

8.4

User reviews

30.0%

10

Popularity

User score:
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Excellent
  • 5.7
    Gaming

    Score components:

    35.0%

    9.0

    Audio latency

    25.0%

    1.0

    Low-latency game mode

    20.0%

    10

    Can be used as a headset

    12.0%

    1.0

    Noise-canceling microphone

    8.0%

    1.7

    Battery life

  • 1.8
    Travel

    Score components:

    28.0%

    1.0

    Active noise cancellation (ANC)

    24.0%

    1.7

    Battery life

    18.0%

    5.3

    Weight

    16.0%

    1.0

    Multipoint support

    14.0%

    0.0

    Ambient sound mode

  • 3.3
    Calls

    Score components:

    28.0%

    1.0

    Noise-canceling microphone

    24.0%

    10

    Can be used as a headset

    18.0%

    1.0

    Multipoint support

    16.0%

    1.7

    Battery life

    14.0%

    1.0

    Companion app

  • 5.0
    Workout

    Score components:

    28.0%

    5.3

    Weight

    24.0%

    1.0

    Water resistance

    20.0%

    9.0

    IP rating

    16.0%

    1.7

    Battery life

    12.0%

    10

    Can be used as a headset

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Verdict

The Beats By Dre Solo 2 are compact, on-ear headphones weighing approximately 205 grams, featuring a foldable, screwless design for enhanced portability. They deliver a dynamic sound signature with punchy bass, refined mids, and crisp highs, offering a significant acoustic upgrade over the original Solo HD. Main characteristics include a flexible headband for a snug fit, a detachable 1.36-metre RemoteTalk cable for iOS device control, and soft leatherette ear cushions that provide decent passive noise isolation. Key pros include their lightweight build, improved sound clarity across genres, and a 12-hour battery life for the wireless variant. However, some users find the clamping force too tight for long-term comfort, leading to ear pinching, and note that the plastic construction can feel less premium than higher-end rivals.

Technical Specifications of Beats By Dre Solo 2

Technical Score

What it is: An assessment of the headphones' technical performance, covering key areas such as sound quality, noise cancelling, microphone performance, battery life, comfort, connectivity, features, and build quality.

When it matters: When you want to compare headphones based on technical performance and available features.

Score components:

52.0%

5.0

Sound

20.0%

2.7

Features

10.0%

7.0

Design

8.0%

4.3

Connectivity

6.0%

4.5

Battery

4.0%

6.8

Calls & Controls

4.7
Beats By Dre Solo 2 has a technical score of 4.71 points, which is lower than that of 60% of products in this category.
User score

What it is: A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the headphones.

When it matters: When you want to understand how headphones perform in real listening and how reliable they are in terms of comfort, audio quality, battery life, and long-term use.

Score components:

70.0%

8.4

User reviews

30.0%

10

Popularity

User score:
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4.3
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4.2
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3.8
(25)

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8.9
Beats By Dre Solo 2 has a user score of 8.88 points, which is higher than that of 82.8% of products in this category.
Popularity
What it is: An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the headphones.
When it matters: When you prefer headphones that have already been chosen and reviewed by many other users.
10
Beats By Dre Solo 2 has a popularity of 10 points, which is higher than 71.9% of products in this category.
Ratio quality/price

What it is: An indicator that combines the headphones' overall rating with their cost.

When it matters: When you are looking for headphones that offer a strong balance of performance, features, and price.

Score components:

60.0%

5.5

Overall score

40.0%

10

Price

6.9
Beats By Dre Solo 2 has a quality-to-price ratio of 6.9 points, which is higher than 57% of products in this category.
Active noise cancellation (ANC)
What it is: Reduces background noise using active technology
When it matters: When blocking office, travel, or aircraft noise is a priority.

Importance: HIGH

no
Beats By Dre Solo 2 does not support active noise cancellation. 27.4% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
Driver type
What it is: Type of speaker driver technology used
When it matters: When the underlying sound character and driver technology matter to you.

Importance: MEDIUM

dynamic
Driver size
What it is: Diameter of the speaker driver unit
When it matters: When you want extra hardware context behind how the headphones may handle bass weight, scale, or overall presentation.

Importance: MEDIUM

40 mm
Beats By Dre Solo 2 uses a driver size of 40 mm, larger driver size than 28.2% of headphones and equal to 53.6% of headphones.
Number of drivers
What it is: Total number of speaker drivers per earcup
When it matters: When multi-driver designs are part of your buying criteria.

Importance: LOW

1
Beats By Dre Solo 2 uses 1 drivers, equal to 96% of headphones.
Lowest frequency
What it is: Lowest audio frequency the headphones can reproduce
When it matters: When deeper bass extension matters for your music or movie listening.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <=10 Hz

10 Hz
Beats By Dre Solo 2 reaches a lowest frequency of 10 Hz, lower lowest frequency than 67.3% of headphones and equal to 12.5% of headphones.
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Noise-canceling microphone
What it is: Built-in microphone reduces background noise during calls
When it matters: When you take calls in busy spaces and want your voice to stay clearer.

Importance: MEDIUM

no
Beats By Dre Solo 2 does not support a noise-canceling microphone. 45.6% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
Can be used as a headset
What it is: Shows whether the headphones can handle voice chat and calls in addition to normal audio playback.
When it matters: When one pair needs to cover music, calls, meetings, and gaming chat.

Importance: MEDIUM

yes
Beats By Dre Solo 2 is headset-ready, 84.7% is not. 15.3% of headphones can be used as headsets.
Number of microphones
What it is: Total number of built-in microphones
When it matters: When call pickup quality and beamforming support matter to you.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=2

1
Beats By Dre Solo 2 has 1 microphones, more microphones than 25.9% of headphones and equal to 52.2% of headphones.
Boom microphone
What it is: Includes detachable boom microphone for voice clarity
When it matters: When you need stronger voice clarity for gaming, streaming, or work calls.

Importance: LOW

no
Beats By Dre Solo 2 does not include a boom microphone. 15.6% of headphones have a boom microphone.
Microphone SNR
What it is: Signal-to-noise ratio of the microphone
When it matters: When call clarity matters and you want your voice picked up more cleanly instead of buried in background hiss.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >80 dB

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Connectivity
What it is: Available connection methods (wired, wireless, Bluetooth, etc.)
When it matters: When the headphones need to match how you listen across wired and wireless devices.

Importance: HIGH

wireless
Beats By Dre Solo 2 supports wireless connectivity, more flexible connectivity than 52.6% of headphones and equal to 47.4% of headphones.
supports both wireless and wired connectivity.
Bluetooth version
What it is: Version of Bluetooth technology supported
When it matters: When wireless stability, efficiency, and feature support matter more than treating Bluetooth as a box-check spec.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=5.0

4.0
Beats By Dre Solo 2 uses Bluetooth version 4.0, newer Bluetooth version than 57.4% of headphones and equal to 4.8% of headphones.
Maximum Bluetooth range
What it is: Maximum wireless operating distance from source device
When it matters: When you move around rooms and want fewer dropouts from your source device.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=10 m

9.1 m
Beats By Dre Solo 2 offers a Bluetooth range of 9.1 m, lower Bluetooth range than 97.7% of headphones and equal to 0.9% of headphones.
Audio latency
What it is: Delay between audio and video in wireless mode
When it matters: When you watch video or play games and need sound to stay in sync.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: <60 ms

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Multipoint support
What it is: Supports simultaneous connections to multiple devices
When it matters: When you switch often between a phone and a laptop during the day.

Importance: MEDIUM

no
Beats By Dre Solo 2 does not support multipoint. 65.1% of headphones support multipoint.
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Ambient sound mode
What it is: Allows external sounds to pass through for awareness
When it matters: When you need to stay aware of traffic, voices, or announcements.

Importance: MEDIUM

N/A
EQ support
What it is: Allows customization of sound profile via equalizer
When it matters: When the stock tuning is not enough and you want to shape bass, mids, or treble to match your taste.

Importance: MEDIUM

no
Beats By Dre Solo 2 does not support EQ customization. 23.3% of headphones support EQ.
Companion app
What it is: Dedicated mobile app for customization and updates
When it matters: When software customization, updates, and extra controls matter.

Importance: MEDIUM

no
Beats By Dre Solo 2 does not work with a companion app. 44.4% of headphones support companion apps.
Adjustable ANC levels
What it is: Allows adjustment of noise cancellation intensity levels
When it matters: When you move between quiet rooms, offices, streets, and public transport and do not want one ANC setting for every situation.

Importance: LOW

Good value: >=4

N/A
Voice assistant support
What it is: Compatible with voice assistants like Siri, Alexa, or Google Assistant
When it matters: When hands-free control is part of your daily routine.

Importance: LOW

yes
Beats By Dre Solo 2 supports voice assistants. 39.2% of headphones support voice assistants.
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Battery life
What it is: Playback time on a single charge
When it matters: When you commute, travel, or work long shifts and do not want charging breaks to interrupt listening.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >45 hours

12 hours
Beats By Dre Solo 2 offers battery life of 12 hours, lower battery life than 85.9% of headphones and equal to 3.6% of headphones.
Battery life with ANC
What it is: Playback time with active noise cancellation enabled
When it matters: When you plan to keep noise cancellation on for most of the day.

Importance: HIGH

Good value: >40 hours

N/A
Charging time
What it is: Time required for a full battery charge
When it matters: When you often need the headphones ready again after short breaks.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <=2 hours

2 hours
Beats By Dre Solo 2 needs 2 hours to charge, lower charging time than 48.5% of headphones and equal to 39.1% of headphones.
Quick charge
What it is: Provides quick playback time with short charging period
When it matters: When a short top-up needs to deliver useful playback before you leave.

Importance: MEDIUM

no
Beats By Dre Solo 2 does not support quick charging. 69.1% of headphones support quick charge.
Battery capacity
What it is: Total energy storage of the internal battery
When it matters: When you are estimating how much battery headroom the design may have before relying only on the official runtime claim.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: >=720 mAh

350 mAh
Beats By Dre Solo 2 has a battery capacity of 350 mAh, lower battery capacity than 81% of headphones and equal to 1.2% of headphones.
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Brand name
What it is: The manufacturer or brand of the product.
When it matters: When you prefer a specific ecosystem, support network, or design philosophy.

Importance: MEDIUM

Beats
Form factor
What it is: Overall design type of the headphones (over-ear, on-ear, in-ear, etc.)
When it matters: When comfort, portability, and isolation depend on the overall headphone style.

Importance: HIGH

on-ear
Weight
What it is: Total weight of the headphones
When it matters: When long listening sessions make wearing comfort more important.

Importance: MEDIUM

Good value: <150 g

215 g
Beats By Dre Solo 2 weighs 215 g, lighter than 50.7% of headphones and equal to 0.7% of headphones.
Acoustic design
What it is: Type of acoustic design (open-back, closed-back, semi-open)
When it matters: When you need the right balance of isolation, leakage, and soundstage.

Importance: HIGH

closed-back
Clamp force
What it is: Amount of clamping pressure applied to the head
When it matters: When comfort and fit security matter during long sessions.

Importance: MEDIUM

4.9
Beats By Dre Solo 2 has a clamp force of 4.9, higher clamp force than 59.5% of headphones and equal to 8.8% of headphones.
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Beats By Dre Solo 2 vs the average headphone

  • 13 dB/mW higher sensitivity
    Beats By Dre Solo 2 has a higher sensitivity than the average headphone (115 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
    What it is: Sound pressure output level per unit of input power
    When it matters: When you plan to use weaker sources like phones, handhelds, or entry-level dongles and still want enough volume.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=106 dB/mW

    Beats By Dre Solo 2 has a higher sensitivity than the average headphone (115 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.115 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW
  • More flexible connectivity
    Beats By Dre Solo 2 offers more flexible connectivity than the average headphone (wireless vs wired). The average headphones support wired connectivity.
    supports both wireless and wired connectivity.
    What it is: Available connection methods (wired, wireless, Bluetooth, etc.)
    When it matters: When the headphones need to match how you listen across wired and wireless devices.

    Importance: HIGH

    Beats By Dre Solo 2 offers more flexible connectivity than the average headphone (wireless vs wired). The average headphones support wired connectivity.wireless vs wired
  • 8 Hz lower bass extension
    Beats By Dre Solo 2 has a lower lowest frequency than the average headphone (10 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
    What it is: Lowest audio frequency the headphones can reproduce
    When it matters: When deeper bass extension matters for your music or movie listening.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: <=10 Hz

    Beats By Dre Solo 2 has a lower lowest frequency than the average headphone (10 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.10 Hz vs 18 Hz
  • On-device controls
    Beats By Dre Solo 2 includes on-device controls, the average headphone does not. 46.8% of headphones support on-device controls.
    What it is: Physical controls available directly on headphones
    When it matters: When you need playback, volume, or call controls to be easy to reach without pulling out your phone.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Beats By Dre Solo 2 includes on-device controls, the average headphone does not. 46.8% of headphones support on-device controls.
  • In-line controls
    Beats By Dre Solo 2 includes in-line controls, the average headphone does not. 36.4% of headphones support in-line controls.
    What it is: Controls available on in-line remote of wired cable
    When it matters: When your wired setup depends on cable-mounted buttons or call controls.

    Importance: LOW

    Beats By Dre Solo 2 includes in-line controls, the average headphone does not. 36.4% of headphones support in-line controls.
  • Foldable design
    Beats By Dre Solo 2 has a foldable design, the average headphone does not. 61% of headphones are foldable.
    What it is: Earcups or headband can fold for compact storage
    When it matters: When you travel often and want easier storage in a bag.

    Importance: LOW

    Beats By Dre Solo 2 has a foldable design, the average headphone does not. 61% of headphones are foldable.
  • Sidetone support
    Beats By Dre Solo 2 supports sidetone, the average headphone does not. 29.7% of headphones support sidetone.
    What it is: Lets users hear their own voice during calls
    When it matters: When long calls matter and you do not want to sound unnaturally loud in your own ears while speaking.

    Importance: LOW

    Beats By Dre Solo 2 supports sidetone, the average headphone does not. 29.7% of headphones support sidetone.
  • Rechargeable battery
    Beats By Dre Solo 2 has a rechargeable battery, the average headphone does not. 47.9% of headphones have a rechargeable battery.
    What it is: Shows whether the headphones rely on an internal rechargeable battery instead of replaceable disposable cells.
    When it matters: When you expect regular wireless use and want charging convenience instead of buying and replacing disposable batteries.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Beats By Dre Solo 2 has a rechargeable battery, the average headphone does not. 47.9% of headphones have a rechargeable battery.
  • Foldable design
    Beats By Dre Solo 2 has a foldable design, the average headphone does not. 61% of headphones are foldable.
  • 13 dB/mW higher sensitivity
    Beats By Dre Solo 2 has a higher sensitivity than the average headphone (115 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
  • 8 Hz lower bass extension
    Beats By Dre Solo 2 has a lower lowest frequency than the average headphone (10 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
  • 12 dB SPL higher sound pressure level
    Beats By Dre Solo 2 has a higher sound pressure level than the average headphone (115 dB SPL vs 103 dB SPL). The average headphones reach a sound pressure level of 103 dB SPL.
  • Rechargeable battery
    Beats By Dre Solo 2 has a rechargeable battery, the average headphone does not. 47.9% of headphones have a rechargeable battery.
  • More flexible connectivity
    Beats By Dre Solo 2 offers more flexible connectivity than the average headphone (wireless vs wired). The average headphones support wired connectivity.
  • On-device controls
    Beats By Dre Solo 2 includes on-device controls, the average headphone does not. 46.8% of headphones support on-device controls.
  • In-line controls
    Beats By Dre Solo 2 includes in-line controls, the average headphone does not. 36.4% of headphones support in-line controls.
  • Sidetone support
    Beats By Dre Solo 2 supports sidetone, the average headphone does not. 29.7% of headphones support sidetone.
  • 14 mm tighter earcup width
    Beats By Dre Solo 2 has tighter earcup width than the average headphone (29 mm vs 43 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup width of 43 mm.
  • Tangle-prone cable
    Beats By Dre Solo 2 uses a tangle-prone cable, while the average headphone is easier to manage. 64.2% of headphones use a tangle-free cable.
  • 0.6 higher clamp force
    Beats By Dre Solo 2 has a higher clamp force than the average headphone (4.9 vs 4.3). The average headphones have a clamp force of 4.3.
  • 18 hours shorter battery life
    Beats By Dre Solo 2 has a lower battery life than the average headphone (12 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life of 30 hours.
  • 41.7% lower battery capacity
    Beats By Dre Solo 2 has a lower battery capacity than the average headphone (350 mAh vs 600 mAh). The average headphones have a battery capacity of 600 mAh.
  • 18 hours shorter battery life
    Beats By Dre Solo 2 has a lower battery life than the average headphone (12 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life of 30 hours.
    What it is: Playback time on a single charge
    When it matters: When you commute, travel, or work long shifts and do not want charging breaks to interrupt listening.

    Importance: HIGH

    Good value: >45 hours

    Beats By Dre Solo 2 has a lower battery life than the average headphone (12 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life of 30 hours.12 hours vs 30 hours
  • 14 mm tighter earcup width
    Beats By Dre Solo 2 has tighter earcup width than the average headphone (29 mm vs 43 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup width of 43 mm.
    What it is: Internal width of the earcup cavity
    When it matters: When earcup fit affects comfort and pressure around your ears.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Beats By Dre Solo 2 has tighter earcup width than the average headphone (29 mm vs 43 mm). The average headphones offer an inner earcup width of 43 mm.29 mm vs 43 mm
  • 41.7% lower battery capacity
    Beats By Dre Solo 2 has a lower battery capacity than the average headphone (350 mAh vs 600 mAh). The average headphones have a battery capacity of 600 mAh.
    What it is: Total energy storage of the internal battery
    When it matters: When you are estimating how much battery headroom the design may have before relying only on the official runtime claim.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Good value: >=720 mAh

    Beats By Dre Solo 2 has a lower battery capacity than the average headphone (350 mAh vs 600 mAh). The average headphones have a battery capacity of 600 mAh.350 mAh vs 600 mAh
  • Tangle-prone cable
    Beats By Dre Solo 2 uses a tangle-prone cable, while the average headphone is easier to manage. 64.2% of headphones use a tangle-free cable.
    What it is: Cable designed to resist tangling
    When it matters: When you often carry wired headphones in a bag or pocket.

    Importance: LOW

    Beats By Dre Solo 2 uses a tangle-prone cable, while the average headphone is easier to manage. 64.2% of headphones use a tangle-free cable.
  • 0.6 higher clamp force
    Beats By Dre Solo 2 has a higher clamp force than the average headphone (4.9 vs 4.3). The average headphones have a clamp force of 4.3.
    What it is: Amount of clamping pressure applied to the head
    When it matters: When comfort and fit security matter during long sessions.

    Importance: MEDIUM

    Beats By Dre Solo 2 has a higher clamp force than the average headphone (4.9 vs 4.3). The average headphones have a clamp force of 4.3.4.9 vs 4.3

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Third-party reviews

What customers like about Beats By Dre Solo 2?

  • Improved sound quality with better balance compared to previous Beats models
  • Punchy and powerful bass that is ideal for hip-hop and pop music
  • Lightweight and foldable design for high portability
  • Stylish aesthetic with a wide variety of color options
  • Decent battery life of up to 12 hours for the wireless version
  • Includes a RemoteTalk cable and a protective carrying case

What customers dislike about Beats By Dre Solo 2?

  • High clamping force can cause ear pain and discomfort during long sessions
  • Premium price point is often considered high for the audio fidelity offered
  • On-ear design leads to poor passive noise isolation and sound leakage
  • Plastic build can feel somewhat cheap and is prone to fingerprints
  • Lacks advanced Bluetooth codecs like aptX, affecting wireless sound quality
  • Not suitable for listeners seeking a flat or neutral sound response

Expert reviews

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uk.pcmag.com
02/07/2014

The Beats Solo 2 headphones ($199.95) are lightweight, on-ear (supra-aural) headphones designed for long listening sessions with plush earpads and a padded, folding headband. They feature a removable audio cable with an inline three-button remote control and microphone for mobile devices, and they ship with a carabiner and a padded protective pouch. Performance-wise, the headphones...Read more

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cnet.com
13/06/2014

The Beats Solo 2 on-ear headphones are a distinct upgrade over their predecessor, featuring a sturdier build with no visible screws, a redesigned ergonomic headband curve, and swankier earpads that offer improved noise isolation and a tighter seal against sound leakage. Retailing for $200 (£170), the 7.2-ounce headphones fold up into an included soft carrying case and come with a...Read more

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festivalpeak.com
20/10/2022

The Beats Solo 2 headphones feature a sleek design made of high-quality metal and synthetic leather, offering an exceptional unboxing experience and a premium feel. Their sound quality is a major highlight, characterized by a balanced, warm, and punchy sound signature that offers excellent noise isolation, crisp highs, and nuanced bass that does not overwhelm other frequencies. They...Read more

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whathifi.com
11/02/2016

Review Overview The Beats Solo 2 Wireless headphones offer a rich, full-bodied sound that closely matches in character whether used via Bluetooth or with the included backup cable. Built with a lightweight, folding plastic body available in 11 colors, they include a neoprene zip case and feature an earcup control system with a 12-hour battery indicator. While the soft leather-look...Read more

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rtings.com
24/10/2016

The Beats Solo 2 Wireless are lightweight on-ear headphones featuring a sturdy design and a well-balanced, above-average sound profile suitable for daily, versatile use. Their primary strengths include a stable, comfortable fit for physical activity and an durable, engineered build. RTINGS.comHowever, the headphones suffer from poor ambient noise isolation and significant audio...Read more

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trustedreviews.com
09/03/2015

The Beats Solo 2 Wireless headphones offer a sleek design with intuitive on-ear controls and a secure, isolating fit, making them an excellent choice for exercise. They feature powerful, boosted bass paired with clear treble, providing a surprisingly good soundstage for an on-ear design, though the clamping force may feel too tight for some users. Conversely, the review notes a...Read more

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audio-head.com
20/02/2015

The Beats Solo 2 ($199) is a portable, on-ear headphone option designed for personal travel listening, featuring a signature bass-heavy sound profile and high-gloss, colorful plastic aesthetics that heavily appeal to the 16–24 demographic. On the positive side, it features a robust-feeling, soft detachable cable with inline controls, and a functional folding design with a very solid...Read more

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whathifi.com
24/04/2015

The Beats Solo 2 headphones feature a lightweight, foldable design with a comfortable fit, though their plastic build can feel somewhat cheap compared to rivals. The included Sapphire Blue RemoteTalk cable features a highly tactile, easy-to-use three-button remote and in-line microphone optimized for iOS devices. On the performance side, these headphones excel at providing a solid,...Read more

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kopfhoerer.de
30/05/2016

The Beats by Dr. Dre Solo 2 Wireless is a solid, stylish, and highly portable closed-back Bluetooth on-ear headphone engineered specifically for bass enthusiasts. On the positive side, the review highlights its sleek design, lightweight build (217 grams without the cable), and a secure fit that stays firmly on the head even during rigorous movement. Pragmatic usability features like...Read more

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chip.de
04/12/2015

The CHIP review of the Beats Solo 2 on-ear headphones places them firmly in the middle tier of the market, describing them more as a stylish status symbol than a premium hi-fi product. Dynamically engineered for bass-heavy genres, the headphones deliver an energetic performance with punchy lows that shine when playing hip-hop, electronic music, and heavily produced pop tracks, such...Read more

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bonedo.de
01/09/2015

The Beats by Dr. Dre Solo2 on-ear headphones feature an updated design with earcups angled at 15 degrees to improve long-term wearing comfort and external noise isolation. Weighing 205 grams without the cable, they are lightweight and provide a secure, comfortable fit on the head without excessive pressure, though the solid rubber headband padding can cause sweating. The build...Read more

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stern.de
04/07/2015

This review highlights the Beats Solo 2 Wireless as a significant step forward for the brand, offering stable build quality and a tight, secure on-ear fit that provides effective passive noise isolation. In terms of performance, the headphones boast an impressive battery life of approximately 16 hours at medium volume—surpassing the manufacturer's 12-hour estimate—and take about 1.5...Read more

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maclife.de
04/02/2015

The review from Mac Life highlights that the Beats by Dr. Dre Solo 2 Wireless headphones represent a major leap forward in audio quality compared to the brand's poorly received "Monster era" predecessors. Tested by Sebastian Schack, the headphones maintain an identical aesthetic and technical blueprint to the wired Solo 2 version, but add a Bluetooth module capable of pairing with...Read more

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kopfhoerer.de
14/08/2014

The kopfhoerer.de review of the Beats By Dr. Dre Beats Solo2 BlueGo characterizes them as a highly fashionable, closed-back on-ear headphone tailored specifically for fans of portable club audio. A major pro highlighted in the review is the improved high frequencies compared to the older Solo HD model, alongside a characteristically powerful, bass-dominant sound signature that works...Read more

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computerbild.de
31/05/2014

The Beats by Dr. Dre Solo2 headphones deliver a powerful, bass-heavy audio performance that appeals to casual listeners but may overwhelm HiFi purists with its prominent low frequencies. Priced at €200 at launch, this model shows a clear improvement over its predecessor by offering a cleaner, more precise sound profile with fewer distortions and clear high tones. The headphones...Read more

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igen.fr
30/06/2014

The Beats Solo2 features a significant design overhaul with a sturdier, screwless structure and a more balanced sound signature that pairs tight bass with improved mids and highs. Comfort is enhanced by quality memory foam pads offering decent passive noise isolation, making them suitable for a broader range of music genres. However, the headphones are marred by a very tight...Read more

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audiocasque.fr
16/06/2014

Review Overview The Beats Solo 2 represents a significant improvement over the older Solo HD model by offering enhanced durability, better structural curves, and highly effective passive noise isolation that excels in noisy urban environments. These on-ear headphones feature a detachable 3.5mm cable equipped with an inline three-button remote and microphone, practical folding hinges...Read more

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leclaireur.fnac.com
15/10/2018

The Beats Solo 2 is a lightweight, wired on-ear (supra-auricular) headphone weighing 218 grams, featuring a flexible headband and a RemoteTalk cable designed for easily handling phone calls. Lab testing highlights its exceptional sensitivity and flawless distortion score of 10/10, alongside a strong frequency response that leans heavily toward deep bass frequencies. While the...Read more

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dailymotion.com
04/06/2015

In this 01net.com Lab review presented on BFM Business, journalist François Bedin provides an overview of the Beats Solo 2 Wireless headphones. The primary strengths highlighted in the review include its high-quality sound performance and robust wireless battery life, making it a reliable option for cord-free listening. Additionally, the review notes that the headphones are highly...Read more

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on-mag.fr
10/04/2015

This review from ON-mag.fr highlights the Beats Solo 2Go as a major upgrade over older models. The expert notes that after Beats hired a new team of engineers, the build quality and look became much more refined. Pros include excellent comfort, great noise isolation, and a foldable design perfect for smartphones. The sound quality is also cleaner and more dynamic, with warm bass...Read more

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darty.com
05/09/2014

Darty's review aggregator highlights improved, more balanced sound acoustics in the Beats Solo 2, toning down previous bass-heavy profiles to offer crisper, more versatile audio across genres. Reviewers also praised the sleek design, premium material finish, and excellent portability with a compact, folding frame. However, testers reported significant cons regarding a strong...Read more

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lesnumeriques.com
10/06/2014

The Beats Solo2 represents a significant aesthetic and ergonomic leap forward from its predecessors, moving away from a raw "street rap" design toward a more refined, mature look with a glossy, porcelain-like finish. Weighing 205 grams, this on-ear (supra-auricular) headphone offers exemplary build quality featuring robust metal sliders and hinges, as well as a practical folding...Read more

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macsfera.com
04/09/2015

The Beats Solo2 Wireless headphones offer a beautiful and elegant design, specifically praised in the space gray color option. They feature hidden buttons on the left ear cup to control music, volume, and calls easily. Key benefits include excellent outside noise isolation, clear sound quality, and strong Bluetooth freedom. The battery lasts a very long time, and a handy LED light...Read more

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qualescegliere.it
10/06/2016

The QualeScegliere.it review awards the Beats by Dr. Dre Solo2 headphones an overall rating of 7.4 out of 10, characterizing them as a high-end product tailored specifically for modern music enthusiasts rather than audio purists. The reviewer notes that the sound profile heavily emphasizes bass frequencies, featuring a frequency response of 10–20,000 Hz, an impedance of 32 Ohm, and...Read more

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id.nl
11/11/2014

The ID.nl review highlights the Beats Solo2 as a stylishly streamlined, lightweight, and robust on-ear headphone featuring a foldable design, a 1.40-meter cable, and a functional RemoteTalk remote with a built-in microphone. Comfort is high, and the unit folds compactly for transport in an included soft pouch, making it suitable for on-the-go use. However, the review notes that the...Read more

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