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Yamaha Yer 300 Review | 93 Data compared

Avg. price:~£3,090Form factor:in-earConnectivity:wiredBattery life:N/A hoursActive noise cancellation (ANC):no

Yamaha Yer 300 Review: Compare 93 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Headphones category and whether it is worth buying.

5.8/10

Overall score

Score
5.8/ 10
✕
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 distribution
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Score components

80%

5.8

Technical score

20%

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User score

▼Worse than 76% of headphones
4.3

Value for money

Value for money
4.3/ 10
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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 distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
Score components

70%

5.8

Overall score

30%

1.0

Price

▼Worse than 99%
5.8

Technical score

Technical score
5.8/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Headphones category across these key areas: Sound, Calls & Controls, Connectivity, Features, Battery, Design.
When it matters
When you want to compare headphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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Score components

52%

6.1

Sound

20%

4.0

Features

10%

7.2

Design

8%

4.6

Connectivity

6%

8.3

Battery

4%

4.9

Calls & Controls

▼Worse than 56%
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User score

User score
8.0/ 10
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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 distribution
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Score components

70%

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User ratings

30%

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Number of reviews

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Where to buy
    N/A~ £3,090
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Technical Specifications of pair of headphones Yamaha Yer 300

Technical score
Technical score
5.8/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Headphones category across these key areas: Sound, Calls & Controls, Connectivity, Features, Battery, Design.
When it matters
When you want to compare headphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
Score components:

52%

6.1

Sound

20%

4.0

Features

10%

7.2

Design

8%

4.6

Connectivity

6%

8.3

Battery

4%

4.9

Calls & Controls

5.8
User score
User score
8.0/ 10
✕
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 distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
Score components

70%

?

User ratings

30%

?

Number of reviews

?
Popularity
Popularity
1.0/ 10
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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.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
Popularity:
Yamaha Yer 300 has a popularity score of 1 point, which is lower than that of 73.4% of products in this category.
1.0
Value for money
Value for money
4.3/ 10
✕
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 distribution
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
Score components:

70%

5.8

Overall score

30%

1.0

Price

4.3
Active noise cancellation (ANC)
no
This pair of headphones does not support active noise cancellation. 27.5% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
Driver type
dynamic
Driver size
9 mm
This pair of headphones uses a driver size of 9 mm, smaller driver size than 92.3% of headphones and equal to 2.6% of headphones.
Number of drivers
1
This pair of headphones uses 1 drivers, fewer drivers than 4% of headphones and equal to 96% of headphones.
Lowest frequency
20 Hz
This pair of headphones reaches a lowest frequency of 20 Hz, higher lowest frequency than 50.8% of headphones and equal to 47.3% of headphones.
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Noise-canceling microphone
no
This pair of headphones does not support a noise-canceling microphone. 39% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
Can be used as a headset
yes
This pair of headphones is headset-ready, 84.8% is not. 15.2% of headphones can be used as headsets.
Number of microphones
0
This pair of headphones has 0 microphones, fewer microphones than 73.2% of headphones and equal to 26.9% of headphones.
Boom microphone
no
This pair of headphones does not include a boom microphone. 13.5% of headphones have a boom microphone.
Microphone SNR
N/A
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Connectivity
wired
This pair of headphones supports wired connectivity, less flexible connectivity than 49.2% of headphones and equal to 50.8% of headphones.
Bluetooth version
N/A
Maximum Bluetooth range
N/A
Audio latency
N/A
Multipoint support
no
This pair of headphones does not support multipoint. 30.6% of headphones support multipoint.
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Ambient sound mode
no
This pair of headphones does not offer ambient sound mode. 24.9% of headphones support ambient sound mode.
EQ support
no
This pair of headphones does not support EQ customization. 23.2% of headphones support EQ.
Companion app
no
This pair of headphones does not work with a companion app. 21.6% of headphones support companion apps.
Adjustable ANC levels
N/A
Voice assistant support
no
This pair of headphones does not support voice assistants. 60.9% of headphones support voice assistants.
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Battery life
N/A
Battery life with ANC
N/A
Charging time
N/A
Quick charge
yes
This pair of headphones supports quick charge. 67% of headphones support quick charge.
Battery capacity
N/A
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Brand name
Yamaha
Form factor
in-ear
Weight
11 g
This pair of headphones weighs 11 g, lighter than 94.3% of headphones and equal to 1% of headphones.
Acoustic design
closed-back
Clamp force
N/A
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Yamaha Yer 300 vs the average pair of headphones

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  • Hi-Res Audio certification
    This pair of headphones has Hi-Res Audio certification, the average pair of headphones does not. 23.1% of headphones are Hi-Res Audio certified.
  • 95% lower weight
    This pair of headphones is lighter than the average pair of headphones (11 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
    11 g vs 218 g
  • 8 dB/mW higher sensitivity
    This pair of headphones has a higher sensitivity than the average pair of headphones (110 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
    110 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW
  • Direct 3.5 mm plug
    This pair of headphones includes a direct 3.5 mm plug, the average pair of headphones does not. 39.8% of headphones have a 3.5 mm male connector.
  • Quick charge support
    This pair of headphones supports quick charge, the average pair of headphones does not. 33% of headphones support quick charge.
  • Wireless charging support
    This pair of headphones supports wireless charging, the average pair of headphones does not. 3.9% of headphones support wireless charging.
  • 95% lower weight
    This pair of headphones is lighter than the average pair of headphones (11 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
    11 g vs 218 g
  • Hi-Res Audio certification
    This pair of headphones has Hi-Res Audio certification, the average pair of headphones does not. 23.1% of headphones are Hi-Res Audio certified.
  • 8 dB/mW higher sensitivity
    This pair of headphones has a higher sensitivity than the average pair of headphones (110 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW). The average headphones have sensitivity of 102 dB/mW.
    110 dB/mW vs 102 dB/mW
  • Quick charge support
    This pair of headphones supports quick charge, the average pair of headphones does not. 33% of headphones support quick charge.
  • Wireless charging support
    This pair of headphones supports wireless charging, the average pair of headphones does not. 3.9% of headphones support wireless charging.
  • Direct 3.5 mm plug
    This pair of headphones includes a direct 3.5 mm plug, the average pair of headphones does not. 39.8% of headphones have a 3.5 mm male connector.
  • 31 mm smaller driver size
    This pair of headphones has smaller driver size than the average pair of headphones (9 mm vs 40 mm). The average headphones use a driver size of 40 mm.
    9 mm vs 40 mm
  • Non-replaceable earpads
    This pair of headphones has non-replaceable earpads, while the average pair of headphones has replaceable ones. 75.6% of headphones have replaceable earpads.
  • No voice assistant support
    This pair of headphones does not support voice assistants, the average pair of headphones does. 60.8% of headphones support voice assistants.
  • Fixed cable
    This pair of headphones has a fixed cable, while the average pair of headphones has a detachable one. 62% of headphones have a detachable cable.
  • 2 Hz weaker bass extension
    This pair of headphones has a higher lowest frequency than the average pair of headphones (20 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
    20 Hz vs 18 Hz
  • 34.33x more expensive
    Yamaha Yer 300 is more expensive than the average pair of headphones (£3,090 vs £90).
    £3,090 vs £90
  • 67.6% worse value for money
    Yamaha Yer 300 has worse value for money than the average pair of headphones (4.34 vs 7.3).
    4.34 vs 7.27
  • 1 fewer microphones
    This pair of headphones has fewer microphones than the average pair of headphones (0 vs 1). The average headphones have 1 microphones.
    0 vs 1
  • 34.33x more expensive
    Yamaha Yer 300 is more expensive than the average pair of headphones (£3,090 vs £90).
    £3,090 vs £90
  • 67.6% worse value for money
    Yamaha Yer 300 has worse value for money than the average pair of headphones (4.34 vs 7.3).
    4.34 vs 7.27
  • 5.87x less popular
    Yamaha Yer 300 is less popular than the average pair of headphones (1 vs 5.9).
    1 vs 5.87
  • Non-replaceable earpads
    This pair of headphones has non-replaceable earpads, while the average pair of headphones has replaceable ones. 75.6% of headphones have replaceable earpads.
  • Fixed cable
    This pair of headphones has a fixed cable, while the average pair of headphones has a detachable one. 62% of headphones have a detachable cable.
  • 31 mm smaller driver size
    This pair of headphones has smaller driver size than the average pair of headphones (9 mm vs 40 mm). The average headphones use a driver size of 40 mm.
    9 mm vs 40 mm
  • 2 Hz weaker bass extension
    This pair of headphones has a higher lowest frequency than the average pair of headphones (20 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
    20 Hz vs 18 Hz
  • 1 fewer microphones
    This pair of headphones has fewer microphones than the average pair of headphones (0 vs 1). The average headphones have 1 microphones.
    0 vs 1
  • No voice assistant support
    This pair of headphones does not support voice assistants, the average pair of headphones does. 60.8% of headphones support voice assistants.
  • 4 older release date
    This pair of headphones was released earlier than the average pair of headphones (2012 vs 2016). The average headphones were released in 2016.
    2012 vs 2016

Expert reviews

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techfi.nl
14/12/2022
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24/07/2022
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Third-party reviews

What customers like about Yamaha Yer 300

  • Clean and balanced frequency response with accurate, deep bass that avoids being overly boosted or 'muddy'.
  • Excellent sound clarity and instrument separation, providing a '3D' soundstage for a closed-back design.
  • Solid build quality featuring sturdy materials and high-quality Japanese craftsmanship.
  • Efficient drivers that are easy to power even from low-output portable devices.
  • Comes with a useful portable kit, including a zip-up protective case and cleaning cloth.

What customers don't like about Yamaha Yer 300

  • Noted for being uncomfortable during long sessions due to high clamping pressure against the ears.
  • Particularly difficult for glasses wearers, as the pressure can push frames painfully against the head.
  • Non-detachable cable on the standard model, making it harder to replace if the wire fails.
  • The glossy finish on certain versions acts as a 'fingerprint magnet' and can be prone to scuffing.
  • Proprietary or slim cable connectors may limit the use of third-party replacement cables.

Verdict

The Yamaha YER-300 is a lightweight pair of wired in-ear headphones featuring 9 mm driver units and an impedance of 16 Ohms, making them easy to drive from any mobile source. They deliver a frequency response of 20 Hz to 21,000 Hz with a sound pressure level of 110 dB/mW for loud, clear output. Main characteristics include a compact 11 g build and included multiple earpiece sizes for a customized fit. Key pros are their high volume sensitivity and balanced, reference-style audio performance that handles deep bass without distortion. Cons include potentially tight headband pressure on related series models and reported discomfort for some users during extended listening sessions.

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