Bose QuietComfort Ultra 2: Still the Noise-Canceling King
When it comes to cutting out annoying outside noise, there is no brand in history that has neutralized more decibels than bose. The pioneers of noise-canceling haven’t been without challengers in recent years including Sony, Apple, and others, but Bose has maintained the crown for generation after generation. Perhaps no product showcases this iterative talent more than its latest earbuds, the QuietComfort ultra 2.
There wasn’t anything wrong with the first pair. I liked their ergonomic fit, excellent noise reduction, and bold low end, not to mention their excellent microphones, angled toward your mouth in an homage to Apple’s popular AirPods Pro.
With the new QC Ultra 2, we get wireless charging, more customizable sound, better immersive audio, and improved noise reduction. As far as I’m concerned, if you’re a business traveler or someone who wants a compact pair of headphones that truly removes the sound of the world around you, these are-once again-the best you can buy.
Generation 2
Photograph: Parker Hall
I find it very hard to fault Bose for its rubber-stamped design approach.