Soundcoresrecently released Space One Pros, the successor to its Space One headphones, are that product for me.
However, these headphones from Ankers audio sub-brand do fall short in delivering powerful noise cancellationand a snug fit.
Its uncommon for over-ear headphones to be loose on me.
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Soundcore Space One Pro Headphones
More powerful noise canceling would have made the Space One Pros perfect.
I dont mind a modest body as long as its well-built.
Theyre also fully foldable, making them easily stowable in my little tote bag.
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The Space One Pros feature a fit so flexible that they cross into loose.
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The headphones adjustment band is also looser than Id like.
It doesnt feature markings or a tactile interface that lets you see the increments youre adjusting.
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Just folding or unfolding the headphones would often move the headbands position.
If I could ignore them sliding off my head every 10 minutes, that would be great.
I was very happy to see the right earcup sports a volume rocker.
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Still, the reliability and tactility of physical buttons are unmatched.
The left earcup handles powering the headphones on/off and cycling between noise-canceling and ambient mode.
Pressing the buttons doesnt provide voice prompts but has dedicated tones for each action performed.
It took me just around two days to get used to the tones.
I chose the Treble Boost preset, which added more brightness and airiness to the orchestra.
Its exactly like the bass boost button on the Sony Ult Wear, except it boosts it only once.
Pressing it again will take you back to your default sound.
Though there is a long list of presets on the Space One Pros, most of them arent gimmicky.
I felt it did the most justice to the song by staying true to its intended sound.
The Space One Pros boast a unique four-stage noise canceling system.
While the noise canceling wasnt bad, it didnt match the extraordinary claims made by the company.
It was decent but not outstanding.
Those are higher than standard figures on most over-ear headphones.
Usually, headphones this size offer around 30 to 40 hours.
Quick charging on the Space One Pros give you eight hours of playback after five minutes of charging.
An Easy Chat option automatically lowers your contents volume when it detects youre in a conversation with someone.
It was a pleasant surprise to see a sidetone mode on these headphones.
When enabled on the app, this mode allows you to hear your own sound during a call.
I struggled to listen to my calls even when the mode was enabled.
The default sound was slightly thick for me, but it could be how someone likes their music.
In fact, I wouldnt mind that at the gym, too.
Easy, intuitive controls are essential to the headphones experience, and the Space One Pros aced that.
Some bells and whistles, such as sidetone mode and easy chat, are also offered on these headphones.
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