The Technics AZ80 IS A BEAST (with a but) - Full Review
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- Опубліковано 1 лип 2024
- Technics isn’t a brand many think of when it comes to true wireless earbuds. But maybe we should - because the AZ80 is a beast!
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00:00 Introduction
00:12 Design
02:50 Build & Comfort
03:47 Active Noise Cancelling
05:11 Phone Calls
06:58 Extra Features
08:36 Sound Quality
10:51 To Buy Or Not To Buy - Наука та технологія
Had my AZ80's for about a month now and for me the triple device multi-point is game changer for my workflow. I connect my android S23 Ultra, my Macbook Pro and Windows PC all at the same time.
How's the call quality outdoors as it's my top priority?
I have the same S23U. What's the sound quality please?
Are you able to switch between devices without stopping the audio on the current device first?
you do have to start the audio on the device you want to listen to. That will automatically pause what previous devices your were listening to.
@wyim3677
It only works between certain devices, most of the time when I hit the play button on the new device, nothing happens. I usually have to stop the audio on the previous device first, then I can play on the new device.
I’m sorry, but that rap was outstanding!!! Just superb.
Cheers Jim!
Don’t be sorry. They’re Dutchbros Hitting the Rap Making E-Reviews. I loved it!
Dayum!
I first subbed due to your humor, and this episode's ending made me so happy to see/hear. I mean even the fact that you got pros and cons in there! WoW!
Cheers!
another great analysis. I have been following you for a long time and, without a doubt, you are my reference analysts. Congratulations on another great and detailed review. Greetings from sunny Barcelona.
Gracias!
Yall are one of my favorite new UA-camrs on my subscription
Cheers Alex 👊
I have one for two weeks now and I’m quite satisfied. It is not super boomy but the clarity is superb, as is the overall build quality. The case is the most well built I’ve seen, very stylish and very pocketable. And mic quality seems to be second to none.
Didn't expect that (w)rap up - nice job.
Hi DHRME, thank you for your great reviews❗️I have the AZ60 and I am very satisfied. and cool rap to the wrapup at the end of the video❗️More like that😎
Great video as entertaining as always! Would really appreciate if you guys could do a top 10 premium earbuds 2023. Or an in depth review on the ATH TWX9! 🙌
That was superb the rap and the review thank you. What does over compressed audio sound like? I read a review on the One+ buds Pro2's and he didn't like the sound because it was too compressed. Help😮. Thanks again. 💯👍🇺🇸
Great review and thank you for covering the pros and cons
Looks like you guys are having great weather!
Haha 🌡️🌶️
What is your opinion of the AZ60M2 in regards to Sound quality, volume, and noise canceling verses the jabra elite 10
How's the overall max volume on these compared to the Between 3ANC or the OnePlus Buds Pro 2 even? I've seen mixed reviews about the volume
Wow, just wow. The bass in the rap song really hit me on my Beoplay EX😋
You nailed it big time.
Snabbeltax out🤘🙏🙌
How would you describe the connection stability my friend? I'm planning on getting those. Also is noise canceling enough in your opinion? Thank you for your comments
@@a1l2e3x4z6 The Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX 🤘 Just had a firmware update which improved the ANC.
These are for top tier sound and call quality. ANC is good but not Sony level. Connection is very very good. I walk up to the stairs leaving my phone in the kitchen and still get sound.
Transparency and windnoise reduction are very good on these.
They fit much much better in my ears than Apple AirPods.
Hi, the only thing I wanted to know is about the fit compared to the az60 they seem to stick out a lot?
Will you be reviewing the Audio-Technica ATH-TWX9?
Amazing earbuds my favorite this year
I started following you a few weeks ago and boy am I glad. Reviews are too rigid from the "big boys" so nice to know we have the "neutrals" in charge 👌🏿😅
Should i get these or the Sony xm5?
Baseus bowie M2s best budget noise cancelling with app adjust (usually under $40usd) and the sound isnt bad. And the app is good too! Thanks for the reviews!
Cheers!
How about Technics AZ80 vs Nothing Ear 2...which one are you prefer....currently im using Nothing phone 2....
Just got them ....the tone is sharp and clear...very nice
Have you ever felt the max volume of this earbuds are a bit lacking ?
They can be adjusted.look in. The instructions I turned them up I think it's 3 taps on the right bud over and over
DHRME - Please help me make a decision. I just want the best sounding earbuds. Please suggest which one to go for - EX or AZ80 ?
Great video guys!
Nice to know Panasonic is still doing good stuff with Technics.
So are you trying to find your style? Or is your style so dynamic we never know what we're gonna get? You guys have a lot of talent 👍
Our style is dynamic / We don't know what we're doing
Can't wait!!🔥🔥
Great review guys!! Very well detailed. Helped me make my decision to purchase over the Jabra Elite 10. I do have to disagree with the comments on the buds not performing well with the rock/metal genre. Just put the buds in and listen to some Motley Crue the track She’s got looks that Kill. The guitar riff and sound stage that the buds produce is amazing. I’m no audiophile but this are on par or better than my wired Shure earbuds. Thanks again for your reviews.
Thanks mate. Do you not feel like the distortion in the guitars misses the bite? Soundstage is great, for sure!
I don’t. But, I’ve got a pair of Apple AirPod pros. 2nd gen USB-C’s. I’m going to compare the same tracks with those. I’m mainly a EDM/Rap listener and these buds sound fricken amazing with that Genre
@@davidjenkins20 I'm still trying work out what this 'but' is. I don't have any issues with any distortion with guitars.
The biggest let down of this buds is the ANC, its weak and reduces the sound quaility.
Guys. One more thing. You are so right about that annoying voice for the prompts. I sent an email to Technics to send a firmware update to change that annoying voice. I hope they get the idea soon. Cheers!!
Just bought Jabra 10 and still having AZ60. And to mе, even without the Ldac thing, Technics are 2 steps ahead of Jabra. Not to mention much louder. Just saying
Awesome buds, and review. 👍🏼👍🏼
Cheers Ruben!
Would you say these are a better value than AirPods Pro gen 2 if found at same price?
Good review!
I have a question about Az80. I see in another review that the technics have a low max volume. Is this true?
Do you feel that they have a lower maximum volume than other headphones?
And in comparison with the Audio technica TWX9, which one sound loudest?
Thank you!
YES ! I have xm4, az80 and buds 2 pro here and the az80 at 100% is like 60 on other buds. Really problematic
No, it's bullshit. Some blokes are just simply dead. They're way loud.
I have the 1st gen EAH-AZ60 and they are my go to buds. Comfortable, great battety, great noise cancelling, very good transparency, good wind handling, and above all they sound fantastic (very good out of the box, but a tweak added life across the mids). I'm mostly a metal head, no complaints with guitar handling.
For comparison, I also have: B&O Beoplay EX, Airpods Pro 2nd gen, Galaxy Buds2 Pro, Sennheiser Momentum TW 3, Jabra Elite 7 Active, and some cheaper options like the Soundcore Life P3, 1More Aero, etc.
Really thinking about upgrading to the AZ80
So you saying that technics sound better than beoplay ex?
Sound wise no, they both sound great. But the B&O are not as comfortable and don't seal as well, the noise cancelling almost non existent and their "transparency" let's in less sound than just turning off the feature.
They added a wind reduction feature which works for several minutes, then gives up and just blasts you with white wind noise.
I like the B&O, they are great in a relatively quiet environment or when it's not windy. They are the nicest looking in a stem style too. But overall, not my favourite
@@Goodbyehollywooddreams i understand, I consider to buy Technics but i kept reading from others that volume is too low , I am most interested in the sound quality when listening to music, that's why I was asking which would be better
@@Malinna11 Flossy Carter explained it like this, he said reason for not as high volume is the ANC - he said if you have great anc that seals out all outside noise then you don’t need a super loud volume. Go watch his review of these. He will explain it better and then tells you if you want “loud buds” what to go with
About the muffled sound, maybe Technics use a high frequency limiter to prevent any form of harshness
Hello Bro, Could you please help me with my decision regarding Bose Earbuds Ultra, Denon Perl Pro, Az80, and Jabra Evolve 65..(o maybe you can suggest other ones).
My Top priorities are Phone Calls/MIC, in the GYM, and Quality in noisy environments/windy as well. Even more important, they should work without issues. Thanks in advance :)
sennheiser momentum true wireless 3 vs technics az80 which is best one please reply me. Thank you ☺️
Im not sure how bad the "smoothened" guitar is but i kinda like smooth treble as some buds can be piercing like galaxy buds pro's.
I think I found my favorite reviewers!
Welcome! :)
I hope you guys do a follow up on the Sennheiser's MTW 4 as I found them to be buggy as hell (constant BT connection issues and a weird beeping noise from left earbud). I returned them and as a sign from above, the black technics az-80 dropped on sale to $240 the next day. I can't wait to get them!
The silver version is on sale right now and I just purchased it, can't wait!
yup I can live with the uglier silver for $60 off
@@lafave2555
The silver looks better imo.
Had mine since October 23, and recently the volume on left estimate earpiece just dropped.
Really enjoyed this unit, sound signature is amazing. Sony sound signature is slightly better.
anyone can tell how does this buds sounding comparing to PI7 S2? only for sound i'm asking not considered any features . thanks
After an annoying 3 week experience with my Bose qcii. It will be going back so I can get a pair of the az80.
Thank you all for the information on your video. 😃
You're most welcome!
what are the best one for motocycles?
That ending, though.
Can you do a comparison to the Sony XM5?
Which earbuds do you recommend for metal? Since you are saying these suck for metal and I was planning on getting these before I knew that.
Whoa whoa whoa, these don't 'SUCK' for metal. I like Sennheiser for rock and metal. The new Nothing buds are great too.
From a sound quality standpoint, are the AZ60's as good (or better) than the AZ80"s, especially when one considers price?
yo just from brief research of the few reviews out there they seem to be very equal in sound quality. If anything the az80 has a slight edge because of the new drivers, but seems to be almost negligible. When it comes to bang for your buck the new mk2 az60 is easily the best choice as they have the same featureset.
I like the looks of the black BUT the high visibility of the silver ones made me go with silver.
genius review!
i own galaxy buds pro and i like them very badly and i broke them sadly . now i am planning to get me a sennhiser ie200 . can you tell me that can i get similar sound like galaxy buds pro by sennhiser ie200 because i want the same sound like galaxy buds pro in wired earphone . i will use it for movies and music listning [not an audiophile]
Could you please explain what is wrong with listening to heavy rock/metal music in these headphones? I mean what exactly is wrong with guitar sound?
Glad I watched this to the end. I was sold until the bit about listening to rock and metal not reproducing distortion correctly.
I want these but I work in a loud ass warehouse so I need EPIC ANC. Right now I’m using the Bose QCii and I’m not sure these have better ANC
I had the AZ60 which was very low in volume so I got rid of it by gifting it. If the AZ80 is good in volume then I would like to cop one.
Loved the humour ! 😂😂👊👊
Can they beat the Beoplay EX for sound quality? That would really impress me.
I was just going to ask the same. I love the EX for sound but for phone calls the EX are just okay. The QC II are my favorite right now as they do everything so well.
My Technics AZ80 unit stop to charge today. Before that, i had the Sennheiser 3 and same thing happened. So, i start to think that these all “premium” earbuds not worth it to buy regarding the same battery issues at 2024
I am a Jabra 85T user and waiting for the new Jabra Elite 10. Do you think this is a better option for the sound quality than Elite 10? I am mostly looking for music sound quality.
What did you go with, if you don't mind me asking? I'm considering jabra 10 and technics az80 and denon perl
I got the Denon Perl Pros. Extremely happy with the sound quality. Just top quality sound. But transparency and noise cancelation isn't the best. If you are looking for sound quality, Denons the best. Other things not the best in the market. @@radiofreealbemuth
I bought Denon Perl Pro. Best sound quality. Not super good at other areas tho. Not the best ANC or Transparency. If you are looking for overall good with everything, you should try other brands. For sound experience, Denon!@@radiofreealbemuth
Love the rap. You guys rock
Hi and thanks for the video. You're the best audio reviewers in the world (I checked only in UA-cam, don't 🤯, 😅).
Can you tell me please, atthe same price and regarding to isolation (active and passive), call and audio quality (I listen to rock and metal), Which one is better, Az80 or Senheiser momentum true wireless 3 ?
Sennheiser!
@@DHRME Thanks for the quick response 🙏 namaste 🕉️
Is AZ 80 worth the upgrade over AZ60? I love my AZ60 which I bought for 120$
Only if you use the better 3 point connection, otherwise I have heard the sound quality update isn't so massive. For the new price I would still wait and keep my AZ60 (I'm doing that) because they are still holding up very well. AZ60s are one of the more resistant earbuds I have ever owned and sound quality is not perfect but very fun and enjoyable.
thanks for the review. nice rap up, maybe a rap off next time :)
Technics maybe should hire you for future raps.. Nice detailed review
Cheers!
Thanks so much for the review. If not for the ‘but’ with the sound quality I would have been very tempted! Considering I listen to a lot of heavier music, and music in general with a lot of guitar (especially being a guitarist myself), I don’t think I would ever be satisfied if that frequency range was too subdued and smooth. After watching other reviews it’s got me thinking that maybe the Final Audio ZE3000 might be the buds for me, even if I end up missing out on features I would prefer to have like ANC and better call quality.
The final rap is a freaking masterpiece. The bomb😂😂
Grazie!
I am pretty sure Travis Head used these just prior to walking out in the World Cup Final, obviously they must be good 👍
Great review... Every time a mic test is done I Iaugh. I always expect Pop, pop, Popsicle...Ice, ice, icicle... Test, test, testicle 🤣🤣
bro i am intersted only in music quality and clearity. I want crystal clear sound. Did this earbuds gives me clear UHD sound ?
I'm also all about clarity and separation. I'm wondering if you went with technics az80 or something else
How about a comparison between the best of Japan:
Sony XM5's, Technics AZ80 & Denon PerL Pro
Wow! I love the rap!
How about the bass music ?
I got silver AZ80. The weakest point is the ANC, that horribly destroys for its main strength: the soundstage and stereo separation. With direct sound profile, disabled ANC and apply high bitrate LDAC has a phenomenal, mindblowing musicality! AZ60 has a fun, enjoyable sound signature, but AZ80 plays on another league. By the way i didnt use ANC on AZ60 too.
Well could not have said that better myself. Mediocre to non-existant anc completely negates an otherwise great sound quality. These earbuds are for home use only. Great in covid lock downs, not in the real world, i.e. commuting. Soundproof studio use only.
Did you go through the earbud fit test and ore-optimization for the ANC? Because they make a HUGE difference. For pre-optimization, I found the middle setting works best. If you turn it all the way up, higher and midrange frequencies come in. All the way down lets others in.
I played a few samples of street and crowd ambient noise to figure out which setting works best. I can see why some would say it's bad if they just turned that slider all the way up.
In a side-by-side with airpods pro gen 2 and devialet gemini (both ANC powerhouses), these really don't block out that much less noise. They're marginally weaker but still very good. I'd go through those adjustment settings again to try it out.
If you're still not getting good results, then I am not trying to invalidate your findings.
@@GarrisonKeller Yes, i went through the fit test and optimization. ANC works effectively with the largest tips for me, but definitely degrades audio quality. When you disable it, the audio become fuller, especially the mid range and stereo separation.
@@GarrisonKeller Actually I gave Az80 another try and bought 3rd party comply foam eartips on Amazon. The difference is night and day. ANC is still nowhere comparable to Sony xm5 but now AZ 80 is quite usable. The phone call quality is also better on az80, but the battery life on Sony with ldac l, anc is still better then Az80. Both earbuds are good. But as a frequent commuter Sony is still my number 1 choice.
@@mithrandir4146 could you tell the model of that foam eartips you got? I'm looking for the ones for myself
Man, upload your beard routine.I Got no beard, and still I can't wait to watch it.
There are plenty of videos on the channel.;)
Beard routine = watch RRR
Damn, smoothened distortion makes these 100% a no-go for me.
Great "rap up"! 😁
Wow, that Rap was awesome 😎 I asume it was written by ChatGPT, right? But were you singing it yourself or was there another AI involved?
ChatGPT did NOT write this!
@@DHRME oh wow, now I'm even more impressed 😲🤩👍
Hehe luckily we've done it before, wayyyy before ChatGPT
I think the term for the guitar effect you are talking about is crunchy
I see where you're coming from, creamy comes close...
how about a review for Denon perl pro vs az80
Sound quality oppo enco X2 or this one best?
Enco x2 only becusee of price
amazing rap up!!
🙃😎
Give us some premiums!
Please also make review for the audio thechnica twx9
List of earbuds that id want to see in premium comparison:
Audio-Technica ATH-TWX9
Beyerdynamic Free Byrd
Nura NuraTrue Pro
Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EX
Bang & Olufsen Beoplay EQ
Technics AZ8O
Sennheiser MTW3
Bowers & Wilkins PI7 S2
Denon PerL Pro
Thats going to be an expensive video 😮
amazing review thanks guys appreciated
Cheers Erkan
The rap alone deserved a sub lol. I got these yesterday
👊 haha nice!
Give me some premium! ❤❤❤
Thank you! It was a really great review that also highlights the downsides of these earbuds
Cheers Kuji!
Byerdynamic free byrd review pleasw
The rap was great lol and give me premium. What constitutes as premium? This does but would the oppo enco x2s be more mid range? Wlso i wanted to ask which would be better for longevity: opo enco x2 or oneplus budd pro 2 cause rbe latter has better battery life ( according to most people but your review said otherwise so im not sure ablut it too) and thats basically why i qm conflicted because the oppo ue better or same in most other things but its worse battery lufe may make it last less long. Adding to that the oneplus buds are kore expensive so i dont know if the better batteru but worse sound, basically whether or not like the sidegrade us worth the price. Also i'm sorry you can't do this full time yet. Your channel js the most comprehensive and reliable source and its tragic that is currently not enough. Im not a patreon yet but as soon as i leave for college i will bit hesitate to support uou bevause your videos kind of helped me develop a weird obsession with wireless earbuds. I can now recognise moost brands that arent justblikr very veru cheap filler anr its a fun hobby to drean about.
Thanks for your support! I think between the OnePlus and Oppo, we prefer the Enco X2. But the OnePlus sound pretty darn good too.
Oh... And thanks for your support. It doesn't matter that you can't be a Patron. It's great to have you in the DHRME Army.
@@DHRME 2(my pleasure because your videos are too good for UA-cam lol) thank you for your insight. I was always leaning more towards the enco x2s more as well and I think this is the nail in the coffin! I've watched like all your videos a lot but specifically the videos with enco x2, OnePlus, linkbuds Sony earbud comparison, earfun air Pro 3 and the like showdown video at least 400 times
@@tenshukaku2830 haha thanks. You should watch other UA-camrs as well to get more opinions!
@@DHRME I have but surrounding the enco x2s I really haven’t seen many videos that aren’t from like the 3-4 I trust and most of the videos are very surface level and useless. And I mean I get why before I discovered your channel I didn’t really know how things there are to consider when it come sot these buds
Bro's, are they basshead certified? I need maximum bass as in soundpeats h1... tnks
Definitely not basshead buds. It has little, more balanced bass boost, than other bass thunders.
@@Breaky717 tnks!
@@dwightavery993 I search for the same.
From what I have seen the best for bassheads are Sennheiser Momentum 3
Or are there better? 🤷♂🤷♂
I also look for the maximum bass earbuds.
Thanks Guys! I know for a fact that LDAC Jones will be getting a pair. Give me some primavera!
Haha LDAC Jones!
Could the electric guitar sound you're getting be described as 'warbling'?
Nope. It's like when overdrive gets creamy, bit this is too creamy
Devilishly Handsome Reviews Momentus Earphones
No sure guys about battery life, you said the same about Jabra 10 and my battery only lasted 5 hours out of the 8 up you tested.
The "but" for me is the lack of a decent amount of volume. I mostly listen to eighties rock and these buds sound like a fish out of water. There's no liveliness to the sound, especially compared to other earbuds like the Liberty 3 Pro which have a very powerful and fun sound signature. Even the in-house EQ can't make these sound good which is a huge detraction. So yes, these completely lack the ability to make electric guitars sound good and it's a terrible shame because the rest of this package is absolutely top rate in my book.
Damn same problem here... I had the xm4, bow AZ80 and buds 2 pro. AZ80 on 100% volume is like the buds 2 pro on 60%, something is really wrong here. It can't be that bad for real. I listen to rock, melodeath a lot and these buds just fails at the most important thing. Clarity is insane but broken volume.
@@daidalos1508 That's what I like about the Soundcore lineup. They all have sufficient volume for this type of music, especially the Liberty 4 NC. Those things blast. Right under those are the Liberty 4 and then the Liberty 3 Pro which are about two to three clicks under the L4.
@@stkyfngrszmoothwhich ones would you recommend for Metal, Liberty or AirPods Pro 2? Compared in clarity and loudness (volume)Thanks
@krizz25 The L3P's are perfect for metal. Plenty of good bass and volume plus the clarity is excellent, and unlike most earbuds, they won't distort at maximum volume.
@@stkyfngrszmooth Thanks so much for the quick response. Are these compared to the AirPods pro2?
LP3 or L4 NC?
Give ME some premium. P.S. love the rap!
Bro you look exactly like Arwind Kumar channel from Malaysia..
Wow… you got this before I did!!!
By the way, regarding the Noise cancellation levels, too much noise cancellation causes disorientation and it is my stance that is why they let some mid-range sounds (vocals) leak in even at full ANC. Safety is #1 priority!
Regarding the electric guitar, what you are looking for and experiencing is clipping. The Technics smooths out this clipping, again from a safety perspective.
Disagree with both these points! :)
@@DHRME You guys definitely know more than I do for sure. That said, noise canceling has been related to people reporting vertigo like symptoms but I am not sure if it has been proven to be true one way or other. All I know is it can be a psychosomatic effect. I have experienced it and thus I know about it. Like everything else in audio engineering, it is the audio engineers call on how they want to design and fine tune. It is possible that the Technics engineer is like me and does not enjoy a full on 100% noise cancellation as it makes him/her sick. 🤷🏽♂️
Regarding the electric guitar, when I compare that between speakera, it sounds to me like clipping reduction has been applied. 🤷🏽♂️
Give me some premium! Great review!!
Amazing (w)rap up haha
Yeah, just great! And fairly unexpected
It seems you guys have “Technics AZ60” written below the frequency response at 9:20. I guess that part is an error and that wasn’t data for the older AZ60, right?
Either way, I understand proper measuring rigs aren’t cheap. I just wonder what people are using that are getting graphs that look like this. I’m sure it’s not, but it almost looks compensated. A lot of people, including myself, just keep it simple and first look at raw measurements. I know it ain’t cheap but adhering to the IEC 60318-4 standard is so helpful, also referred to as 711 couplers. Crinacle, if I’m not mistaken, uses a high quality knock off 711 coupler. While it still isn’t cheap, a couple hundred dollars, it provides high quality data that can be compared to rigs using the same standard.
Now these few respected measuring sources are moving on to the B&K 5128 standard. But I totally understand not wanting to spend 10s of thousands of dollars on that rig. And so, 711 couplers are perfectly adequate for this use case. Otherwise, anyone who knows, knows we can’t look at these graphs and get anything meaningful from them. The overall shape and various reference points we’re used to are all off. That’s why when I look at a measurement like this, and one from another channel that also doesn’t adhere to a standard, the measurements don’t even look comparable at times.
I really appreciate the videos and info in general. I wanted to try and help with some feedback.
Triple: your feedback is much appreciated! We'll look at what we can do.
Yay yay yay 🕺🏽
Credentials: I was a pro sound engineer and producer for 8 years before getting out of the business. I worked on records for Fountains of Wayne, George Clinton and P-Funk, among others.
So...OMG you're totally right about the "but"! Loud electric guitars sound awful on the AZ80. I relied on your review among others and went forward with purchasing. I was thinking you couldn't be right. But lo and behold...
I compared the AZ80 with my Airpods 3rd gen and it's night and day how they handle guitar. I tested with Tool and Foo Fighters. Like qith Tool, the song Eulogy has a distorted electric guitar break around 4:30 so you can really isolate it. Couldn't believe my ears. It was just as you described--a sort of overcompression and saturation to the point of adding distortion and losing detail on the sound.
Note: Due to an inner ear condition I can't use noise canceling. So I tested with NC off.
I'll also say that generally speaking the AZ80s sound nice but I prefer the sound of the Airpods 3G. While the Airpods don't have the same detail in the highs, and not as good depth of stereo field, the tuning is just so pleasing for my ears.
So I'll be returning the AZ80s.
Thank you! Super happy to hear from someone who really knows their stuff! Cheers.