Skullcandy Smokin' Buds 2 Wireless Review
There's a serious lack of affordable, decent-sounding Bluetooth earphones, so the Skullcandy Smokin' Buds 2 Wireless, despite its ridiculous name (a Skullcandy tradition), fills a need. At $59.99, it's one of the better-sounding options below $75—but only if you like seriously boosted bass response. The bass here is powerful and never distorts, but it comes at the expense of the overall balance between lows and highs in the mix. Regardless, the Smokin' Buds 2 Wireless is a solid entry in a growing field, and bass lovers will be pleased with the pair's power.
DesignThe Smokin' Buds 2 Wireless($34.99 at Amazon) has a removable neckband (what Skullcandy calls the "flex-collar"). You can choose to wear the rubberized band, which gently fastens to your neck and eliminates any tug on the earphone cables, or you can opt to remove the compartment that houses the charging port and the electronics and wear it sans neck band, in a behind-the-head style. A small clip for cable management all...
Mega-bass lovers rejoice—the Skullcandy Smokin' Buds 2 Wireless is an affordable Bluetooth earphone pair with gobs of low-end.
Powerful audio performance with massive bass response; Secure fit; Affordable
Big bass sound comes at the expense of the overall balance of the mix; Light on accessories