Fully wireless earbuds have evolved remarkably in recent years.
Recently, an increasing number of models priced under 10,000 yen now feature Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) and ambient sound mode.
The “SOUNDPEATS T2” reviewed here has been on the market for over a year, yet it still frequently ranks in the top three choices when looking for fully wireless earbuds in the 5,000 yen price range.
It comes equipped with sound quality that defies its 5,000 yen price point, high-performance ANC and ambient sound mode, and a long-lasting battery.
With that said, let’s get into the review of the “SOUNDPEATS T2”!
- High performance that belies the 5,000 yen price tag
- Stylish, matte texture
- Supports ANC and ambient sound mode
- Sound quality that will satisfy the average listener
- MCSync left/right simultaneous transmission
- Does not support apt-X
- Does not support wireless charging
- ANC and ambient sound mode settings reset every time they are charged
- Occasional connection issues
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Basic Information for “SOUNDPEATS T2”
Specs
| Bluetooth | 5.1 | Max Playback Time | 10 hours (earbuds) / 30 hours (with case) |
| Codecs | SBC, AAC | Charging Time | Approx. 1.5 hours |
| Driver | 12mm Dynamic | Charging Port | Type-C |
| Waterproof | IPX5 | Weight (Single Earbud / With Case) | Approx. 5g / Approx. 45g Our measurement (6.3g / 48.2g) |
| Noise Cancelling | |
| Ambient Sound Mode | |
| Auto-Wear Detection | |
| Game Mode |
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The supported codecs are SBC and AAC only, which is a bit underwhelming.
I would have liked to see apt-X included if possible.
The battery life is also impressive with 10 hours on the earbuds alone, and the IPX5 waterproof rating means they won’t break from sweat or light rain.
It’s surprising that even at the 5,000 yen price point, it solidly supports Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) and ambient sound mode!
However, please note that it does not support wireless charging.
Included Items
- Charging case
- USB-C charging cable
- Ear tips (S/M/L)
- User manual
The user manual properly supports Japanese.
Appearance
The charging case is very compact, but the earbuds themselves are slightly larger compared to other earbuds.
Under the logo, there is a hole for the noise-cancelling microphone.
The matte texture prevents it from feeling cheap.
Usability
Sound Quality… Quite good for this price range
I felt the sound had strong bass and a sense of spaciousness, making for an overall dynamic sound.
I think the sound quality is quite good for this price range.
The sound pressure is there, and I feel the resolution is satisfying enough unless you have very refined ears.
In particular, female vocals sounded clear and extended.
The sound has decent impact and thickness, so it pairs well for listening to pop music.
Noise Cancelling & Ambient Sound Mode… The best in this price range
The noise cancellation is more effective than I expected. While it doesn’t eliminate noise entirely, I think it’s fair to say it’s the best in this price range.
I was surprised that 5,000 yen earbuds could offer this level of noise cancellation!
Of course, high-pitched sounds aren’t completely erased, which can be a bit distracting, but it’s not bothersome if you’re playing music.
The ambient sound mode also felt adequate.
The sound being picked up has a slight unnatural quality, as if it’s being picked up by a microphone, but the “ear-piercing” sounds that feel uncomfortable are reduced, so you can easily leave them in for extended periods.
I feel like they can give 10,000 yen earbuds a run for their money.
However, the fact that the mode setting resets every time you turn them off or charge them is a bit of a hassle.
Connectivity… No major issues for music or video consumption
There is no noticeable latency. While it might be difficult for competitive FPS or rhythm games, there should be no problem for listening to music or watching videos.
Additionally, the “SOUNDPEATS T2” uses MCSync (Multi Cast Synchronization), supporting simultaneous left and right transmission.
Therefore, both the left and right earbuds support single-earbud mode, and audio dropouts are minimized.
However, there are times when both earbuds are removed but they default to single-earbud mode, or the left and right sides operate independently.
In those cases, you have to put them back in the charging case or reset the connection, which is very tedious.
Summary
- High performance that belies the 5,000 yen price tag
- Stylish, matte texture
- Supports ANC and ambient sound mode
- Sound quality that will satisfy the average listener
- MCSync left/right simultaneous transmission
- Does not support apt-X
- Does not support wireless charging
- ANC and ambient sound mode settings reset every time they are charged
- Occasional connection issues
Overall, I felt these are extremely high-quality earbuds.
In particular, the ANC and ambient sound mode are at a level you wouldn’t expect for 5,000 yen, so I highly recommend these if you want to experience high-level ANC as cheaply as possible.
Recommended for
- People looking for fully wireless earbuds in the 5,000 yen range
- People who want to experience ANC and ambient sound mode as cheaply as possible
Pochipp
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This article was originally written in Japanese and has been translated.
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