Audio-Technicas new wireless earbuds boast an incredible 50-hour battery at a budget price

Date:
Tue, 15 Feb 2022 14:01:08 +0000

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The new Sony WF-1000XM4 rivals also come with spatial audio, active noise cancellation, and aptX Adaptive.

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Audio-Technicas new true wireless earbuds come with all the specs you could want, including a 50-hour battery life, noise cancellation, and spatial audio support - but they cost half the price of similar models.

The ATH-CKS50TW are the latest in a line of successful audiophile-focused wireless earbuds from the Japanese company, and cost 149.99. Global pricing
is yet to be announced, but that works out at around $200 / AU$280.

For anyone thats used to sticking a pair of cheap wired earbuds in their
ears, that price might seem steep. However, compared to models that boast similar specs, the ATH-CKS50TW are remarkably cheap. By way of comparison,
the Sony WF-1000XM4 , our pick for the best true wireless earbuds of 2022, cost $279.99 / 250 / AU$449.95.

So, what do you get for your money? Audio-Technica says its new noise-cancelling earbuds combine advanced acoustic technology with a secure and comfortable fit to deliver phenomenal sound with deep, powerful bass.

Large 9mm dynamic drivers should offer a well-rounded bass response, while aptX Adaptive support means youll be able to enjoy hi-res audio files. If the ATH-CKS50TW sound anything like their predecessors, the ATH-CKS5TW , you can expect a neutral, well-balanced soundstage with excellent dynamism and
detail. Battery life for days (Image credit: Audio-Technica)

The ATH-CKS50TW come with a 50-hour battery life, which is one of the longest playback times weve heard of for wireless earbuds with active noise cancellation (ANC is usually a big drain on battery life). Thats 20 hours of playback from the buds themselves, which is reduced to 15 hours with ANC turned on - again, thats a longer on-board battery life than wed expect from true wireless earbuds.

In a similar way to the Sony WF-1000XM4 and the Apple AirPods Pro , the Audio-Technica earbuds have a hear-through function, so you can quickly tap into your surroundings when needed; for example, if you need to order a
coffee but dont want to remove your earbuds.

Like Sony and Apples in-ear headphones , the ATH-CKS50TW come with support
for spatial audio. Audio-Technicas buds are Sony 360 Reality Audio-certified, so youll be able to listen to compatible tracks in virtual object-based surround sound, putting you at the heart of your favorite songs.

If you want to use the earbuds while you game or watch movies, Audio-Technica has kitted them out with a Low Latency Mode, which the company says will minimize sound delay, while a multipoint pairing feature should make it easy to swap between devices. Or, if youre taking the ATH-CKS50TW on a run, an
IPX4 water resistance rating should protect the earbuds from a little sweat
or rain.

All those specs certainly sound impressive - especially when you consider the relatively low price of these Audio-Technica true wireless earbuds. Well have to test them for ourselves to see if the earbuds live up to the companys claims, but were eager to see whether Sony and Apple have a new, budget rival to contend with. Read our guide to the best wireless earbuds you can buy
right now



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