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Beats By Dre Studio 2013 Review | 93 Data compared

Avg. price in UK: ~£260
Avg. price in US: ~$300
Form factor: over-ear
Connectivity: wireless
Battery life: 20 hours
Active noise cancellation (ANC): yes

Beats By Dre Studio 2013 review. Compare 93 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among headphones and if it is worth buying.

6.9

Good

6.4

Good

9.0

Exceptional

6.8
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%
10
Noise-canceling microphone
8.0%
3.1
Battery life
4.6
Travel
Score components:
28.0%
10
Active noise cancellation (ANC)
24.0%
3.1
Battery life
18.0%
4.2
Weight
16.0%
1.0
Multipoint support
14.0%
1.0
Ambient sound mode
6.0
Calls
Score components:
28.0%
10
Noise-canceling microphone
24.0%
10
Can be used as a headset
18.0%
1.0
Multipoint support
16.0%
3.1
Battery life
14.0%
1.0
Companion app
5.8
Workout
Score components:
28.0%
4.2
Weight
24.0%
9.0
Water resistance
20.0%
4.0
IP rating
16.0%
3.1
Battery life
12.0%
10
Can be used as a headset

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#11 in Best Beats Headphones
#251 in Best USB-C Headphones
#276 in Best Wireless Headphones for TV for Seniors
#276 in Best Wireless Over-Ear Headphones
#289 in Best Noise Cancelling Over Ear Headphones
#291 in Best Over Ear Headphones
#319 in Best Wireless Headphones
#349 in Best Headphones with Mic
#350 in Best Noise Cancelling Headphones

Verdict

The 2013 Beats By Dre Studio (2nd Generation) redesigned the iconic over-ear silhouette to be 13% lighter at approximately 260g, featuring a sturdier frame with no visible screws and plush leatherette ear cushions for improved comfort. Key specifications include the custom Beats Acoustic Engine (BAE) DSP software for enhanced clarity, dual-mode Adaptive Noise Cancelling (ANC), and a transition from AAA batteries to an integrated lithium-ion rechargeable battery providing up to 20 hours of wired playback with a 5-LED fuel gauge. Main pros include a significantly more balanced sound profile compared to the original, a convenient auto on/off feature when unplugged, and a foldable design for portability; however, cons include a persistent faint hiss from the ANC circuitry and the fact that the headphones cannot pass audio if the non-removable battery is depleted.

Technical Specifications of Beats By Dre Studio 2013

Overall score

6.9

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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.

Sound

8.0

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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

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

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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

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

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

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Calls & Controls

9.0

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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

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

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

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

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

4.2

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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

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

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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

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

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Features

2.6

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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

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

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

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

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

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Battery

5.0

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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

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

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

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

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

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Design

6.9

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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

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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

over-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

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

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Beats By Dre Studio 2013 vs the average headphone

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Active noise cancellation
Beats By Dre Studio 2013 supports active noise cancellation, the average headphone does not. 27.4% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
What it is: Reduces background noise using active technology
When it matters: When blocking office, travel, or aircraft noise is a priority.
Importance: HIGH
Beats By Dre Studio 2013 supports active noise cancellation, the average headphone does not. 27.4% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
More flexible connectivity
Beats By Dre Studio 2013 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 Studio 2013 offers more flexible connectivity than the average headphone (wireless vs wired). The average headphones support wired connectivity.wireless vs wired
Clear call microphone
Beats By Dre Studio 2013 offers a clear call microphone, while the average headphone does not. 45.6% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
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
Beats By Dre Studio 2013 offers a clear call microphone, while the average headphone does not. 45.6% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
8 dB/mW higher sensitivity
Beats By Dre Studio 2013 has a higher sensitivity than the average headphone (110 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 Studio 2013 has a higher sensitivity than the average headphone (110 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.110 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW
On-device controls
Beats By Dre Studio 2013 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 Studio 2013 includes on-device controls, the average headphone does not. 46.8% of headphones support on-device controls.
In-line controls
Beats By Dre Studio 2013 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 Studio 2013 includes in-line controls, the average headphone does not. 36.4% of headphones support in-line controls.
10 m longer Bluetooth range
Beats By Dre Studio 2013 has a higher Bluetooth range than the average headphone (20 m vs 10 m). The average headphones offer a Bluetooth range of 10 m.
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
Beats By Dre Studio 2013 has a higher Bluetooth range than the average headphone (20 m vs 10 m). The average headphones offer a Bluetooth range of 10 m.20 m vs 10 m
Wind noise reduction
Beats By Dre Studio 2013 reduces wind noise, the average headphone does not. 34.1% of headphones support wind noise reduction.
What it is: Reduces wind interference for clearer outdoor calls
When it matters: When you take calls outdoors while walking, cycling, or commuting.
Importance: LOW
Beats By Dre Studio 2013 reduces wind noise, the average headphone does not. 34.1% of headphones support wind noise reduction.
Foldable design
Beats By Dre Studio 2013 has a foldable design, the average headphone does not. 61% of headphones are foldable.
Active noise cancellation
Beats By Dre Studio 2013 supports active noise cancellation, the average headphone does not. 27.4% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
8 dB/mW higher sensitivity
Beats By Dre Studio 2013 has a higher sensitivity than the average headphone (110 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
USB-C charging
Beats By Dre Studio 2013 uses USB-C charging, the average headphone does not. 29.4% of headphones use USB Type-C.
Rechargeable battery
Beats By Dre Studio 2013 has a rechargeable battery, the average headphone does not. 47.9% of headphones have a rechargeable battery.
More flexible connectivity
Beats By Dre Studio 2013 offers more flexible connectivity than the average headphone (wireless vs wired). The average headphones support wired connectivity.
10 m longer Bluetooth range
Beats By Dre Studio 2013 has a higher Bluetooth range than the average headphone (20 m vs 10 m). The average headphones offer a Bluetooth range of 10 m.
Clear call microphone
Beats By Dre Studio 2013 offers a clear call microphone, while the average headphone does not. 45.6% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
On-device controls
Beats By Dre Studio 2013 includes on-device controls, the average headphone does not. 46.8% of headphones support on-device controls.
In-line controls
Beats By Dre Studio 2013 includes in-line controls, the average headphone does not. 36.4% of headphones support in-line controls.
Wind noise reduction
Beats By Dre Studio 2013 reduces wind noise, the average headphone does not. 34.1% of headphones support wind noise reduction.
Quick mic mute
Beats By Dre Studio 2013 includes a quick mic mute, the average headphone does not. 33.5% of headphones support a mute function.

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19.3% higher weight
Beats By Dre Studio 2013 is heavier than the average headphone (260 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
2 Hz weaker bass extension
Beats By Dre Studio 2013 has a higher lowest frequency than the average headphone (20 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
10 hours shorter ANC battery life
Beats By Dre Studio 2013 has a lower battery life with ANC than the average headphone (20 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life with ANC of 30 hours.
10 hours shorter battery life
Beats By Dre Studio 2013 has a lower battery life than the average headphone (20 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life of 30 hours.
4 older release date
Beats By Dre Studio 2013 was released earlier than the average headphone (2,013 vs 2,017). The average headphones were released in 2,017.
August 2013
19.3% higher weight
Beats By Dre Studio 2013 is heavier than the average headphone (260 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
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
Beats By Dre Studio 2013 is heavier than the average headphone (260 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.260 g vs 218 g
10 hours shorter ANC battery life
Beats By Dre Studio 2013 has a lower battery life with ANC than the average headphone (20 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life with ANC of 30 hours.
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
Beats By Dre Studio 2013 has a lower battery life with ANC than the average headphone (20 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life with ANC of 30 hours.20 hours vs 30 hours
2 Hz weaker bass extension
Beats By Dre Studio 2013 has a higher lowest frequency than the average headphone (20 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 Studio 2013 has a higher lowest frequency than the average headphone (20 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.20 Hz vs 18 Hz
10 hours shorter battery life
Beats By Dre Studio 2013 has a lower battery life than the average headphone (20 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 Studio 2013 has a lower battery life than the average headphone (20 hours vs 30 hours). The average headphones offer battery life of 30 hours.20 hours vs 30 hours
2.89x more expensive
Beats By Dre Studio 2013 is more expensive than the average headphone (£260 vs £90).
Beats By Dre Studio 2013 is more expensive than the average headphone (£260 vs £90).£260 vs £90
4 older release date
Beats By Dre Studio 2013 was released earlier than the average headphone (2,013 vs 2,017). The average headphones were released in 2,017.
August 2013
What it is: Official release or launch date of the model
When it matters: When you want a newer model for fresher features, longer support life, or simply to avoid buying into an older generation.
Importance: LOW
Good value: >=2020
Beats By Dre Studio 2013 was released earlier than the average headphone (2,013 vs 2,017). The average headphones were released in 2,017.2013 vs 2017

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What customers like about Beats By Dre Studio 2013?

Improved sound quality with crisper highs and tighter bass compared to the original model
Lighter and sturdier design with a more flexible headband
Comfortable fit featuring plush earcups and an ergonomic design for long sessions
Rechargeable 20-hour lithium-ion battery replaces the need for AAA batteries
Convenient features like a battery fuel gauge and auto on/off when the cable is unplugged
Includes a comprehensive accessory kit with a rigid carrying case and multiple cables

What customers dislike about Beats By Dre Studio 2013?

Audible low-level hiss produced by the active noise cancellation (ANC)
ANC is always on and cannot be disabled while listening
Glossy plastic finish is a major fingerprint magnet
Sound signature is still heavily sculpted and lacks the accuracy sought by audiophiles
Relatively high price point compared to competitors with better noise cancellation

Expert reviews

au.pcmag.com

01/01/2014

Beats by Dr. Dre Studio Review (2013) - PCMag Australia

The 2013 redesign of the Beats by Dr. Dre Studio headphones offers a recognizable fashion-forward aesthetic that appeals heavily to bass enthusiasts rather than audio purists. Priced at $299.95, these circumaural over-ear headphones deliver a highly sculpted sound signature featuring powerful audio with deep bass and very crisp highs. A major design improvement is the transition...Read more

t3.com

14/08/2013

Beats Studio 2013 review - T3

The 2013 Beats Studio headphones upgrade the original noise-cancelling model by replacing the old AAA battery design with a built-in rechargeable battery that delivers roughly 15 to 20 hours of life and charges via MicroUSB. Visually overhauled to be shinier, smoother, and lighter than prior versions, they feature a brilliant folding design and a rugged plastic frame with a rubber...Read more

pocket-lint.com

06/08/2013

Beats Studio (2013) review - Pocket-lint

The 2013 version of the Beats Studio headphones represents a total design overhaul from the original model, prioritizing a bass-heavy, impactful sound profile tailored specifically for mainstream pop, hip-hop, and underground music genres. On the positive side, "bassheads" will be thoroughly impressed by the powerful, booming low-end that mimics strapping a speaker set to your head....Read more

expertreviews.co.uk

09/05/2014

Beats by Dr. Dre StudioGo product details dialog review

The Beats Studio headphones feature a comfortable, durable, and highly portable folding design that fits well for hours of continuous wear. Musically, they excel with genres like dance, hip-hop, metal, and industrial due to a tight, responsive bass profile and surprisingly clear mid-range vocals. The physical seal effectively isolates external noise, and the included 3.5mm headphone...Read more

everydaylistening.net

12/07/2016

Beats Studio 2.0 Review – Leave Them Around Your Neck

The Beats Studio 2.0 headphones offer a masterful unboxing experience, an eye-catching commuter design, and impressive physical features. The sleek aesthetic improves upon its predecessor with a glossy finish, comfortable oval memory foam earpads, and an innovative floating earcup angling mechanism that accommodates various head shapes. Functional highlights include a 20-hour...Read more

whathifi.com

31/03/2015

Beats by Dr. Dre Studio 2.0 review - What Hi-Fi?

The Beats by Dr. Dre Studio 2.0 headphones offer a refined, lighter, and foldable design compared to their bulky predecessors, making them an excellent portable option. They deliver around 20 hours of active noise cancellation (ANC) via a microUSB rechargeable battery, though they lack a passive playback mode once the battery drains. Sonically, these cans provide a powerful,...Read more

theguardian.com

23/04/2014

Beats Studio Wireless review: expensive headphones with lackluster sound

The Beats Studio Wireless headphones offer a mix of good design and average performance for a high price of £329.95. On the positive side, they feature a stylish and comfortable design with a padded headband and soft ear cups. They easily fold up for travel and include active noise cancelling that blocks out the drone of trains and planes. You can use them wirelessly via Bluetooth...Read more

trustedreviews.com

14/08/2013

Beats Studio Review", "Beats Studio Headphones Review

The Trusted Reviews evaluation of the Beats Studio highlights a refined, comfortable, and tight-fitting design with effective active noise cancellation for commuters. However, the headphones are criticized for a cheap-feeling, fingerprint-prone plastic build and a thick sound signature that causes poor instrument separation and harsh treble.

huffingtonpost.co.uk

04/10/2013

Beats Studio Headphones Review - HuffPost UK

The redesigned 2013 Beats Studio headphones (£269.95) offer a more mature, refined design that is lighter and physically stronger than previous versions, eliminating visible screws and straight lines for a less bulky fit. Key advantages include an improved active noise cancellation system that provides a clearer, cleaner audio experience, and a more balanced sound signature thanks...Read more

medium.com

09/11/2013

Beats by Dre Studio Headphones 2013 Review | by Josh Kerr

The 2013 Beats by Dre Studio headphones are praised for offering good, bass-heavy sound quality, effective active noise-canceling that rivals Bose, and strong value for travelers and media consumption at $299. However, the review notes the headphones are not suitable for professional mixing due to a lack of neutral sound and highlights flaws in build quality, specifically a...Read more

cnet.com

30/09/2013

Beats Studio 2013 review: A better Beats - CNET

The 2013 reimagined Beats Studio headphones offer a substantial upgrade over the 2008 original, featuring a lighter, sturdier plastic construction that eliminates visible headband screws. The updated model replaces traditional AAA batteries with an integrated lithium-ion rechargeable battery boasting a 20-hour life, accompanied by a five-light LED fuel gauge and a convenient auto...Read more

avguide.ch

01/10/2017

Eight Noise-Canceling Headphones Reviewed - Quiet, Please!

The avguide.ch review provides a critical assessment of the Beats Studio 2 Wireless over-ear headphones, evaluating whether they are worth purchasing at a clearance price of 300 Swiss francs ahead of the Beats Studio 3 Wireless launch. On the positive side, the reviewer praises the device for its excellent build quality, appealing visual design, and intuitive, user-friendly...Read more

audisseus.de

20/08/2014

Beats Studio Wireless - odyssey

The Beats Studio Wireless is an over-ear bluetooth headphone designed to break the stereotype that Beats products are only for style and not for high-quality sound. It features a sleek, cordless design with a clever control system built right into the ear cup's logo ring, making it very easy to adjust volume or skip songs. The headphones are lightweight and come with a hard travel...Read more

welt.de

11/07/2015

Beats Headphones: Reviews and the Best Alternatives", "Beats Headphones: Tests and Top Alternatives

The review highlights that Beats Electronics headphones have significantly improved in sound quality compared to earlier generations, moving away from overly boosted bass and muffled vocals to deliver a much better-balanced acoustic experience. For instance, the Beats Studio 2.0 features powerful yet far more precise bass alongside clearer highs, making it a genuinely good-sounding...Read more

kopfhoerer.de

2013/2014 (updated)

Beats by Dr. Dre Studio 2.0 review on kopfhoerer.de

The kopfhoerer.de review gives the Beats by Dr. Dre Studio 2.0 over-ear headphones a total score of 4.25 out of 5 stars. The tester praises their very lightweight 257-gram design and high-quality build. They fit nicely even on big heads thanks to pull-out headbands and moving ball joints. You can easily wear them for hours without feeling any bad pressure. The battery lasts for a...Read more

welt.de

29/12/2013

Beats Studio 2.0: Dr. Dre's headphones now feature punchier bass", "Beats Studio 2.0: Dr. Dre's headphones now have bigger bass

The Computer Bild review published by WELT outlines a significant sound upgrade for the Beats Studio 2.0 over-ear headphones, awarding them a "good" test score of 2.23. A major pro highlighted in the review is the refined audio profile, which delivers precision-tuned, punchy bass that is much cleaner and more differentiated than the boomy, inflated sound of the original model....Read more

computerbild.de

22/12/2013

Dr. Dre Beats Studio 2.0: Review of the Iconic Headphones

The Beats Studio 2.0 over-ear headphones by Dr. Dre offer a significantly improved and more precise audio profile than their predecessor. While the original version was criticized for a muddy, overly bloated bass, this 2013 model delivers punchy, clean, and well-differentiated low frequencies alongside clearer, less harsh highs. Built with a robust design featuring slightly...Read more

macwelt.de

22/11/2013

Luxury Giant: Beats Studio 2 Review - Macwelt

The Beats Studio 2 over-ear headphones, reviewed by Macwelt, serve as a premium status symbol priced at approximately 230 Euros. On the positive side, they feature a high-quality unboxing experience, a detachable four-pole cable with an iPhone remote, a built-in rechargeable battery, and a convenient mute button to temporarily disable music and noise isolation for external...Read more

01net.com

16/09/2013

New Beats Studio Review: Excellent Audio Quality, Poorer Noise Cancellation

The New Beats Studio headphones deliver excellent audio quality but suffer from a flawed active noise cancellation (ANC) system. On the positive side, the headphones feature an energetic, high-quality sound profile with powerful bass response extending down to 20 Hz, accompanied by detailed high frequencies. Design improvements include a transition from traditional batteries to a...Read more

audiocasque.fr

17/12/2013

Beats Studio 2013: Test and review of the new headphones from Dre

The Beats Studio 2013 is an over-ear headphone that addresses the flaws of its 2008 predecessor by offering a stronger, more robust build that is 13% lighter. It provides excellent comfort via softer ear cushions that easily adapt to the user's head shape without clamping too tightly, though they can warm up your ears in hot environments. Available in white, black, or red, the...Read more

lesnumeriques.com

03/10/2013

Beats by Dr. Dre Studio (2013) Headphones Review - Les Numériques

The 2013 version of the Beats by Dr. Dre Studio over-ear headphones marks a significant progression in design and audio quality compared to its predecessor, fixing many past build flaws. The updated model ditches mediocre plastics and visible screws for a smoother, radial-curved headband and comfortable memory foam ear cups wrapped in soft faux leather. Audio performance sees a...Read more

forum.lesnumeriques.com

03/10/2013

[Unique Topic] Audio Headphone Review: Beats by Dr. Dre Studio (2013)

The forum discussion highlights that the original 2008 Beats by Dr. Dre Studio headphones received a lower rating in the August 2012 review, dropping one star due to a combination of an adjusted final score breakdown and strict competition from evolving portable headphone markets. Reviewers and users agree that the headphones feature a very specific, bass-heavy sound profile...Read more

lesnumeriques.com

23/12/2013

Beats Studio Review: Would you also like me to look for French review videos from that era, or do you need precise technical information on the hardwa...

The review by Les Numériques awards the original Beats Studio headphones a low rating of 2 out of 5 stars, heavily criticizing its poor audio performance despite a high-quality physical presentation. On the positive side, the headphones earn praise for their excellent comfort, lightweight foldable design, clean lines, and premium finish. Additionally, the product includes a highly...Read more

hablandodemanzanas.com

29/05/2014

Beats Studio Headphones Unboxing and Review

This review from the Spanish tech website Hablando de Manzanas provides a highly positive assessment of the redesigned Beats Studio over-ear headphones. The reviewer emphasizes that this updated model successfully addresses the primary flaw of its predecessor, the Beats Studio 2.0, which had faced widespread criticism for its overpowering, excessive bass. In contrast, this new...Read more

saggiamente.com

11/04/2026

Bose QC25 vs. Beats Studio 2.0: The Ultimate Noise-Cancelling Showdown

The Saggiamente review highlights the Bose QC25 as the superior choice for noise isolation, offering unmatched comfort and the ability to play audio passively when the battery dies, though it features a conservative design and a neutral sound signature. While the QC25 excels in silencing ambient noise, it is described as less engaging for listeners seeking a dynamic sound. YouTube·...Read more

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04/08/2017

Beats By Dr. Dre Studio Wireless [2013 Model] Want to learn more about the technical specifications or the sound differences compared to the first 200...

The first-generation Monster Beats By Dr. Dre Studio Wireless headphones are a polarizing, high-end product that balances unique design advantages with notable structural tradeoffs. A major benefit highlighted in the review is their highly portable, foldable design and comfortable padded ear cups, which make them easy to carry on the go and wear for extended periods. Additionally,...Read more

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26/11/2014

Beats Studio Black - Removed - Product reviews

The Beats Studio Zwart is described as a high-quality over-ear headphone offering rich, bass-heavy sound, excellent build quality, and effective active noise cancellation. Its practical design includes a foldable structure, a detachable cable, and a convenient mute button, making it a complete package for users. However, the review highlights that the headphones require two AAA...Read more

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04/11/2014

Review of the 2013 Beats Studio by Dr. Dre

The 2013 edition of the Beats Studio over-ear headphones offers a sleek, glossy design available in multiple colors that is significantly lighter than its predecessor and includes a sturdy, oval-shaped carrying case. On the positive side, the headphones feature comfortable leather ear cushions and a digital audio processor that delivers a powerful, aggressive bass that enhances...Read more

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