The Beats Solo 2 headphones take over from the Beats Solo HD , a massively popular set of on-ear headphones that has become a defining symbol of the popularisation of expensive sets. We thought the last lot were pretty poor, but Beats has made significant improvements to the sound quality this time.

Improved sound; Very good sound isolation; Reliable grip good for exercise

Sound relatively unbalanced; Comfort issues for glasses-wearers

Beats is without question the world's most marketed headphone and audio brand in recent years. The company took a step in the right direction when it released the Studio 2 over-ear headphones late last year with much needed improvements in audio performance with the addition of a built-in...

Never thought I would write a positive review about a beats headphone. At the $139 I paid these have a place. Worth a listen.

They sound pretty good; Nowhere near my Byerdynamic T51i

Junk plastic; Clamping makes you feel like your head is in a vice

One year later after their Solo HD headphones, Beats have now brought Solo 2 headphones - a better version of Solo HD. But does it exceptionally stand out among all? Read the Solo 2 review to know more.

Amazing build quality, good isolation from noise and easy to store in bags; Excellent headphones for listening electronica too

Cannot produce all frequencies faithfully; murky vocals and not good for listening to rock music

Immediately there's a sense the design brief for the Solo2 must've been ambitious. Beats has earned a reputation for making stylish headphones attuned to the low end of the sound spectrum.

Excellent design that hides electronics; Wireless music playback over Bluetooth; Beats is a recognisable brand

Lesser detail than similarly priced rivals; Firm headband; Cups heat up over long sessions

The Beats Solo 2 are a big improvement on the old model sonically, with greater clarity and less destructive bass. They'll sell by the truckload. But if you care about sound more than anything else, they're still not the headphones for you. Beats Solo 2 release date: Out now Beats Solo 2 price: ￡169

Improved sound; Neat look; Good isolation

Bullish bass; Headband is a bit tight

I was sent a pair of these headphones for review. Overall I find them great headphones for most music types, though I use them at a desk rather than moving around. They should be fine for portable use, they grip the head reasonably well but they are quite comfortable for extended listening sessions...

I have wanted a good quality pair of headphones for so long, I love music and have always just made do with cheap headphones, before I bought these I think the most expensive pair of headphones I had was about ￡20!

They are very fashionable and on trend

The sound is only good in certain songs; very over priced

Bought this 3 weeks ago for my husband as a wedding present he wanted and they arrived next day and they look stunning not too big and bulky easily packed in their case and the sound quality is amazing, they cancel out noise brilliantly aswell, considering buying my own

OVERALL: I would say this is a fairly decent headphone but not for its price. Gets a C rating. If you don't care for isolation the Creative Aurvana Live offers better sound for 1/3 of the current price.

Design; Comfort

Inline controls dont work for android phones; Isolation is mediocre; Sound needs better clarity