Shure AONIC 50

There are some gaps in specification compared to their most obvious rivals like the Sony WH-1000XM3, but where it really counts - sound quality - the Shure AONIC50 need no excuses made for them.

-- As reviewed by TechRadar
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Product details

  • PREMIUM WIRELESS STUDIO-QUALITY SOUND: Engineered from decades of professional experience. No cords. No wires. Just pure listening anywhere you go.
  • ADJUSTABLE NOISE CANCELLING & ENVIRONMENT MODE: Eliminate distractions for a truly immersive listening experience and hear the outside world with the flip of a switch.
  • BLUETOOTH 5 WIRELESS TECHNOLOGY:  Enhanced stability and a range of up to 30 feet (10 meters). Pairs to phones, tablets and laptops.
  • UP TO 20 HOURS BATTERY LIFE:  Uninterrupted audio wherever you go – on the train, on an airplane, at work or at home.
  • LONG-WEARING COMFORT & DURABILITY:  Built to withstand the rigors of the road. Folds flat for portability with protective carrying case.
  • FINGERTIP CONTROLS: Quick access to answer calls, activate voice assistant, adjust volume, or pause your music with the push of a button.
  • PREMIUM HEADPHONE AMPLIFIER:  Supports multiple codecs including Qualcomm aptX, aptX HD, aptX Low Latency audio, Sony LDAC, AAC, and SBC.

PROS

+ Expansive, convincing sound
+ Sturdy construction
+ Good ANC

CONS

- Humdrum physical interface
- No auto-off feature
- No touch controls

Expert reviews and ratings

By TechRadar on June 16, 2020
There are some gaps in specification compared to their most obvious rivals like the Sony WH-1000XM3, but where it really counts - sound quality - the Shure AONIC50 need no excuses made for them.
90
By TrustedReviews on November 12, 2020
The Shure Aonic 50 are the best-sounding wireless headphones of 2020. They can be uncompromising by revealing all the data in low quality files, but they’re comfortable to wear and ANC proves to be very effective.
90