Unlike your run-of-the-mill Beats
headsets aimed at younger, flashier audiophiles, the Beats Executive headphones
were designed with road warriors and frequent flyers in mind.
Fitting its target audience, the Executive
is thankfully more subdued than the regular, some might say bombastic, Beats
headphones. Due to the incorporation of brushed aluminum within the frame, the
Executive simply oozes quality and style, whilst its padded leather ear-cups
keep your music listening experience comfortable, even during extended periods
of use.
The Executive's looks are more subdued than
the regular Beats headphones.
Beats
Executive headphones
This headset is a bit more compact compared
to your average Beats earphones, which is a plus for road warriors needing
every bit of suitcase space. As always, Beats provides a branded travel case
that delivers some degree of drop protection. You can fold the Executive up for
convenient storage thanks to two hinges on either side of the headset.
Performance
Adding to its appeal is the fantastic
active noise cancellation technology. This works well and is also a treat
within a noisy open office environment. This feature is powered by two AAA
batteries with the unfortunate drawback that the headphones will not work
without the battery power.
This
works well and is also a treat within a noisy open office environment.
As expected from a premium headset, the
audio quality was excellent overall with the usual extra dollop of bass
response normally associated with Beats headsets. You get two audio cables in
the retail package, one of which sports an in-line remote control for
controlling the music playback. Another inclusion we're happy to see is an
airline adapter (two pin jack) that allows you to leave the airplane's paltry
earphones unopened while listening to the in-flight entertainment through your
Executive.
Beats
Executive, like Beats Studio before them, are among the best you can buy
To the point
Beats Executive headphones are stylish,
comfortable, and offer some fantastic noise cancellation technology as well as
excellent sound, especially in terms of bass. All of these features culminate
in a pair of first class headphones, catering to all the auditory needs of
business travellers, including the handy airline adaptor.
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Specifications
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Warranty Terms – Parts: 1 year limited
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Warranty Terms - Labor: 1 year limited
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Headphone Style: Over-the-ear
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Noise Canceling: Yes
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Sound Isolating: No
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Connector: 3.5mm (1/8") mini stereo plug
with 1/4" adapter
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Folding: Yes
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