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  • Avg. price in UK: ~£90
  • Avg. price in US: ~$100
  • Form factor: over-ear
  • Connectivity: wireless
  • Battery life: 30 hours
  • Active noise cancellation (ANC): yes

TaoTronics Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling TT BH046 2019 review. Compare 93 technical specifications and user reviews to see how it ranks among headphones and if it is worth buying.

6.4

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%

6.4

Technical Score

20.0%

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User score

Good
6.4

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%

7.9

Sound

20.0%

2.4

Features

10.0%

6.8

Design

8.0%

4.2

Connectivity

6.0%

7.5

Battery

4.0%

8.1

Calls & Controls

Good
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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%

?

User reviews

30.0%

?

Popularity

  • 4.9
    Gaming

    Score components:

    35.0%

    3.1

    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%

    4.8

    Battery life

  • 6.6
    Travel

    Score components:

    28.0%

    10

    Active noise cancellation (ANC)

    24.0%

    4.8

    Battery life

    18.0%

    5.2

    Weight

    16.0%

    10

    Multipoint support

    14.0%

    1.0

    Ambient sound mode

  • 7.9
    Calls

    Score components:

    28.0%

    10

    Noise-canceling microphone

    24.0%

    10

    Can be used as a headset

    18.0%

    10

    Multipoint support

    16.0%

    4.8

    Battery life

    14.0%

    1.0

    Companion app

  • 4.5
    Workout

    Score components:

    28.0%

    5.2

    Weight

    24.0%

    1.0

    Water resistance

    20.0%

    4.0

    IP rating

    16.0%

    4.8

    Battery life

    12.0%

    10

    Can be used as a headset

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Verdict

The TaoTronics TT-BH046, also known as the SoundSurge 46, is an over-ear wireless headphone featuring 40mm drivers and Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling (ANC) technology that utilizes dual microphones to suppress up to 96% of low-frequency ambient noise. Released in 2019, it offers 30 hours of battery life (approximately 13-20 hours with ANC enabled) and supports rapid charging, providing 2 hours of playback from a 5-minute charge via a Micro-USB port. Its main advantages include a premium build with metal reinforcements, exceptionally soft memory foam protein ear pads for long-term comfort, and a powerful, bass-heavy sound profile suitable for casual listening. However, notable drawbacks include the use of the outdated Micro-USB charging standard instead of USB-C, a slightly tight clamping force, and mediocre microphone quality that can sound muffled during calls.

Technical Specifications of TaoTronics Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling TT BH046 2019

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%

?

Sound

20.0%

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Features

10.0%

?

Design

8.0%

?

Connectivity

6.0%

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Battery

4.0%

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Calls & Controls

6.4
TaoTronics Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling TT BH046 2019 has a technical score of 6.37 points, which is higher than that of 75.4% 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%

0.0

User reviews

30.0%

1.0

Popularity

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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.
1.0
TaoTronics Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling TT BH046 2019 has a popularity of 1 points, which is lower than 72.7% 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%

6.4

Overall score

40.0%

10

Price

7.5
TaoTronics Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling TT BH046 2019 has a quality-to-price ratio of 7.5 points, which is higher than 74.3% 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

yes
TaoTronics Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling TT BH046 2019 supports active noise cancellation. 72.6% 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
TaoTronics Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling TT BH046 2019 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
TaoTronics Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling TT BH046 2019 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

20 Hz
TaoTronics Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling TT BH046 2019 reaches a lowest frequency of 20 Hz, higher lowest frequency than 50.6% of headphones and equal to 47.5% 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

yes
TaoTronics Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling TT BH046 2019 supports a noise-canceling microphone. 54.5% 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
TaoTronics Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling TT BH046 2019 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

2
TaoTronics Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling TT BH046 2019 has 2 microphones, more microphones than 78.2% of headphones and equal to 8.8% 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
TaoTronics Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling TT BH046 2019 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
TaoTronics Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling TT BH046 2019 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

4.2
TaoTronics Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling TT BH046 2019 uses Bluetooth version 4.2, newer Bluetooth version than 67.6% of headphones and equal to 3.2% 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

10 m
TaoTronics Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling TT BH046 2019 offers a Bluetooth range of 10 m, higher Bluetooth range than 2.6% of headphones and equal to 79.9% 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

200 ms
TaoTronics Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling TT BH046 2019 has audio latency of 200 ms, higher audio latency than 72% of headphones and equal to 13.9% of headphones.
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

yes
TaoTronics Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling TT BH046 2019 supports multipoint. 35% 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

no
TaoTronics Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling TT BH046 2019 does not offer ambient sound mode. 76.9% of headphones support ambient sound mode.
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
TaoTronics Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling TT BH046 2019 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
TaoTronics Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling TT BH046 2019 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
TaoTronics Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling TT BH046 2019 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

30 hours
TaoTronics Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling TT BH046 2019 offers battery life of 30 hours, higher battery life than 46% of headphones and equal to 10.5% 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

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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

0.75 hours
TaoTronics Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling TT BH046 2019 needs 0.75 hours to charge, lower charging time than 99.7% of headphones and equal to 0.2% 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

yes
TaoTronics Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling TT BH046 2019 supports quick charge. 31% 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

550 mAh
TaoTronics Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling TT BH046 2019 has a battery capacity of 550 mAh, lower battery capacity than 52.5% of headphones and equal to 1.6% 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

TaoTronics
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

218 g
TaoTronics Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling TT BH046 2019 weighs 218 g, lighter than 49.9% of headphones and equal to 0.3% 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

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TaoTronics Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling TT BH046 2019 vs the average headphone

  • Active noise cancellation
    TaoTronics Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling TT BH046 2019 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

    TaoTronics Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling TT BH046 2019 supports active noise cancellation, the average headphone does not. 27.4% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
  • More flexible connectivity
    TaoTronics Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling TT BH046 2019 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

    TaoTronics Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling TT BH046 2019 offers more flexible connectivity than the average headphone (wireless vs wired). The average headphones support wired connectivity.wireless vs wired
  • Clear call microphone
    TaoTronics Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling TT BH046 2019 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

    TaoTronics Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling TT BH046 2019 offers a clear call microphone, while the average headphone does not. 45.6% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
  • 1.25 hours shorter charging time
    TaoTronics Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling TT BH046 2019 has a lower charging time than the average headphone (0.8 hours vs 2 hours). The average headphones need 2 hours to charge.
    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

    TaoTronics Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling TT BH046 2019 has a lower charging time than the average headphone (0.8 hours vs 2 hours). The average headphones need 2 hours to charge.0.75 hours vs 2 hours
  • On-device controls
    TaoTronics Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling TT BH046 2019 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

    TaoTronics Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling TT BH046 2019 includes on-device controls, the average headphone does not. 46.8% of headphones support on-device controls.
  • 1 more microphones
    TaoTronics Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling TT BH046 2019 has more microphones than the average headphone (2 vs 1). The average headphones have 1 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

    TaoTronics Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling TT BH046 2019 has more microphones than the average headphone (2 vs 1). The average headphones have 1 microphones.2 vs 1
  • Sidetone support
    TaoTronics Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling TT BH046 2019 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

    TaoTronics Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling TT BH046 2019 supports sidetone, the average headphone does not. 29.7% of headphones support sidetone.
  • Quick mic mute
    TaoTronics Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling TT BH046 2019 includes a quick mic mute, the average headphone does not. 33.5% of headphones support a mute function.
    What it is: Ability to mute microphone during calls
    When it matters: When you need to silence the mic quickly during meetings or multiplayer games.

    Importance: LOW

    TaoTronics Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling TT BH046 2019 includes a quick mic mute, the average headphone does not. 33.5% of headphones support a mute function.
  • Active noise cancellation
    TaoTronics Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling TT BH046 2019 supports active noise cancellation, the average headphone does not. 27.4% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
  • 1.25 hours shorter charging time
    TaoTronics Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling TT BH046 2019 has a lower charging time than the average headphone (0.8 hours vs 2 hours). The average headphones need 2 hours to charge.
  • Removable battery
    TaoTronics Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling TT BH046 2019 has a removable battery, the average headphone does not. 7.6% of headphones have a removable battery.
  • Rechargeable battery
    TaoTronics Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling TT BH046 2019 has a rechargeable battery, the average headphone does not. 47.9% of headphones have a rechargeable battery.
  • More flexible connectivity
    TaoTronics Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling TT BH046 2019 offers more flexible connectivity than the average headphone (wireless vs wired). The average headphones support wired connectivity.
  • Clear call microphone
    TaoTronics Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling TT BH046 2019 offers a clear call microphone, while the average headphone does not. 45.6% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
  • On-device controls
    TaoTronics Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling TT BH046 2019 includes on-device controls, the average headphone does not. 46.8% of headphones support on-device controls.
  • 1 more microphones
    TaoTronics Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling TT BH046 2019 has more microphones than the average headphone (2 vs 1). The average headphones have 1 microphones.
  • Sidetone support
    TaoTronics Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling TT BH046 2019 supports sidetone, the average headphone does not. 29.7% of headphones support sidetone.
  • Quick mic mute
    TaoTronics Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling TT BH046 2019 includes a quick mic mute, the average headphone does not. 33.5% of headphones support a mute function.

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Sound
Battery
Connectivity
Calls & Controls
  • 2 Hz weaker bass extension
    TaoTronics Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling TT BH046 2019 has a higher lowest frequency than the average headphone (20 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
  • No neodymium magnet
    TaoTronics Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling TT BH046 2019 does not use neodymium magnets, the average headphone does. 77.4% of headphones use neodymium magnets.
  • 72.5 ms higher audio latency
    TaoTronics Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling TT BH046 2019 has a higher audio latency than the average headphone (200 ms vs 127.5 ms). The average headphones have audio latency of 127.5 ms.
  • 72.5 ms higher audio latency
    TaoTronics Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling TT BH046 2019 has a higher audio latency than the average headphone (200 ms vs 127.5 ms). The average headphones have audio latency of 127.5 ms.
    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

    TaoTronics Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling TT BH046 2019 has a higher audio latency than the average headphone (200 ms vs 127.5 ms). The average headphones have audio latency of 127.5 ms.200 ms vs 127.5 ms
  • 2 Hz weaker bass extension
    TaoTronics Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling TT BH046 2019 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

    TaoTronics Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling TT BH046 2019 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
  • 4.65x less popular
    TaoTronics Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling TT BH046 2019 is less popular than the average headphone (1.00 vs 4.646).
    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.
    TaoTronics Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling TT BH046 2019 is less popular than the average headphone (1.00 vs 4.646).1 vs 4.65
  • No neodymium magnet
    TaoTronics Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling TT BH046 2019 does not use neodymium magnets, the average headphone does. 77.4% of headphones use neodymium magnets.
    What it is: Uses neodymium magnets for stronger, clearer sound
    When it matters: When driver construction details are part of how you compare sound hardware.

    Importance: LOW

    TaoTronics Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling TT BH046 2019 does not use neodymium magnets, the average headphone does. 77.4% of headphones use neodymium magnets.
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Third-party reviews

What customers like about TaoTronics Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling TT BH046 2019?

  • Excellent value for the price, often under $100
  • Impressive hybrid active noise cancellation (ANC) that effectively blocks low-frequency drones
  • Great battery life, rated for up to 30 hours
  • Rapid charging capability—5 minutes of charging provides roughly 2 hours of playback
  • Sturdy build quality with a premium feel, including metal components
  • Extremely soft and thick memory foam ear pads providing high comfort
  • Comes with a high-quality protective hard-shell carrying case

What customers dislike about TaoTronics Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling TT BH046 2019?

  • Uses an outdated Micro-USB port instead of USB-C
  • Lacks support for high-quality audio codecs like aptX
  • Bass-heavy sound profile can lead to muddiness or a 'muffled' experience for some listeners
  • ANC physical switch can be left on accidentally, draining the battery even when the headphones are off
  • Microphone quality is mediocre; voices can sound distant and pick up ambient noise
  • Design does not fold, making the carrying case quite bulky for travel
  • No companion app for EQ adjustments or firmware updates
  • Tightly clamping headband may become uncomfortable for users with larger heads or those wearing glasses

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09/12/2019
Taotronics SoundSurge 46 Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling Headphones review – Best bang-for-your-buck noise cancelling Would you like a comparison of th...

The TaoTronics SoundSurge 46 headphones provide a highly consumer-friendly, "fun" audio signature characterized by a powerful, thumping bass that avoids becoming muddy, though it slightly sacrifices dynamic range in the mid and high frequencies. A major highlight is the hybrid active noise cancellation (ANC), which uses dual microphones to effectively neutralize lower-frequency...Read more

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TaoTronics TT-BH046 Review - headphonecheck.com Would you like me to summarize the performance of the noise-canceling or battery life across these dif...

The TaoTronics TT-BH046 is an affordable pair of wireless, closed-back over-ear headphones that delivers a heavy, punchy bass foundation ideal for club music, hip-hop, and electro. From a functional standpoint, they boast stable Bluetooth 5.0 connectivity up to 12 meters, hybrid Active Noise Cancelling (ANC), and an integrated microphone featuring CVC 6.0 noise suppression for...Read more

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tomsguide.com
19/04/2019
TaoTronics TT-BH046 Review: Great Noise Cancellation for the Money

The TaoTronics TT-BH046 wireless headphones deliver impressive audio performance and high-end features for an affordable retail price of $99. Driven by 40-mm drivers, the headphones provide crisp vocals alongside a heavy, vibrating bass response that successfully highlights multiple instruments across various music genres. A standout feature is their premium hybrid active noise...Read more

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china-gadgets.de
28/08/2020
TaoTronics TT-BH046 Hybrid ANC Bluetooth Headphones Review

The TaoTronics TT-BH046 is an affordable Over-Ear Bluetooth 4.2 headphone priced at €59.99 that introduces a powerful Hybrid Active Noise Cancelling (ANC) system, utilizing both internal and external microphones. A major highlight of the review is its sound profile, which features a highly dominant, powerful bass that complements bass-heavy music well, alongside solid high...Read more

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hardwareinside.de
10/04/2019
TaoTronics BH046 Active Noise Cancelling Bluetooth Headphones Review - Hardware-Inside

Review Summary: TaoTronics TT-BH046 The TaoTronics TT-BH046 is an affordable pair of Bluetooth 4.2 over-ear headphones priced at €89.99 that delivers surprisingly robust build quality and performance for its budget tier. Constructed with stable metal joints and an aluminum-accented ear cup design, the headphones offer a comfortable, secure fit and high-quality synthetic leather...Read more

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smartzone.de
12/04/2019
TaoTronics TT-BH046 Review - Smartzone

The Taotronics TT-BH046 is a budget-friendly pair of over-ear active noise-cancelling (ANC) headphones that offers excellent value for around €50. Visually, the headphones look much more expensive than their actual price due to a robust build that utilizes a significant amount of metal rather than cheap plastics. The audio profile delivers a full, punchy sound characterized by deep,...Read more

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kopfhoerer.de
12/03/2019
TaoTronics TT-BH046 review by kopfhoerer.de

The TaoTronics TT-BH046 is a well-built, robust pair of wireless over-ear headphones featuring Bluetooth 5.0, hybrid Active Noise Cancelling (ANC), and an impressive quick-charging battery. Sound-wise, they deliver a powerful, bass-heavy audio experience with a dry and dynamic response that makes club, hip-hop, and electronic music highly enjoyable, backed by a wide and structured...Read more

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on-mag.fr
24/11/2019
Taotronics SoundSurge 46 Review: Wireless, Noise-Cancelling Headphones with Turbo Charging at a Budget-Friendly Price

The Taotronics SoundSurge 46 (TT-BH046) review by Slavi marks a premium shift for the Chinese manufacturer, delivering high-tier performance that stands significantly above its previous budget models. Priced at 100 €, the over-ear, closed-back headphones feature an improved build using aviation-grade aluminum on the headband and ear cup hinges, eliminating the creaking plastic feel...Read more

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on-mag.fr
25/11/2019
TaoTronics SoundSurge 46 (TT-BH046): wireless noise-canceling headphones with significantly better performance

The ON-mag review highlights the TaoTronics SoundSurge 46 (TT-BH046) as an ambitious, upmarket pivot for the brand, packaged with a newly designed, vibrant aesthetic. Priced at a budget-friendly €100, this 220-gram wireless over-ear headset provides strong pros such as a highly lightweight and comfortable chassis, dual Bluetooth and wired connectivity, and remarkably effective...Read more

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