[31] How to UseListening to musicSound quality modeSwitching the sound quality mode
The sound quality is set to the “Standard” mode (SBC high quality mode) as the default setting.
When using an AAC or aptX compatible device, select the “Priority on sound quality” mode.
If the connection is unstable, such as when producing only intermittent sound, select the “Priority on stable connection” mode.
To check the current sound quality mode, see “Checking the sound quality mode.”
Turn on the headset by pressing the POWER button for more than 2 seconds while holding the VOL+ or VOL– button down.
If you turn on the headset while holding the VOL+ button down, a mode with more priority placed on sound quality is selected.
It switches from “Priority on stable connection” mode to “Standard” mode.
It switches from “Standard” mode to “Priority on sound quality” mode.
If you turn on the headset while holding the VOL- button down, a mode with more priority placed on communications is selected.
It switches from “Priority on sound quality” mode to “Standard” mode.
It switches from “Standard” mode to “Priority on stable connection” mode.
Note
When you turn on the headset by pressing the POWER button only, the headset does not indicate the sound quality mode with flashes of the indicator (blue).
The playback time may become shorter, depending on the sound quality and the conditions under which you are using the headset.
Depending on the ambient conditions in the area where you are using the headset, intermittent sound may still occur, even if the “Priority on stable connection” mode is selected.
[32] How to UseListening to musicSound quality modeChecking the sound quality mode
When the sound quality mode is switched, the headset indicates the remaining battery charge by flashing the indicator in red first, and then in blue to indicate the sound quality mode. You can check the current sound quality mode by the number of flashes of the indicator (blue).
To check the current sound quality mode when the unit is turned on, hold the POWER button down and press the VOL+ or VOL- button within about 2 seconds (before the headset turns off). The current sound quality mode will be shown by the number of flashes of the indicator (blue).
“Priority on sound quality” mode: the indicator (blue) flashes 3 times
SBC (high quality), AAC or aptX is selected automatically.
“Standard” mode: the indicator (blue) flashes twice
SBC (high quality)
“Priority on stable connection” mode: the indicator (blue) flashes once
SBC
vbn678
4 Jul 16#43
Got mine today. Sounds good but I think they do need to be run in to loosen up a little.
In case anyone misses it you can improve Bluetooth sound quality by holding down Volume+ and powering on the headphones. Compatible source device needed.
waynestock71
3 Jul 16#42
Can order these again at £70.00 on back order. Stock due 16th July
BestHotDeals
3 Jul 16#41
It's back (back-ordered for mid-July), so act fast before this deal 'unexpired' or and the deal is posted again under a new one here on HUKD!
By the way, the reviews are so divisive. I know this is bass heavy, but many say it takes away from normal audio quality even without the bass boost mode. I would like feedback from the owners here about the quality of the sound without bass boost, and whether the bass is overbearing, again without bass boost mode... Just want to know if these are decent Bluetooth headsets (taking the bass out of the equation)?
I have 'ordered' one but I may very well cancel it before the 15th (or keep it) depends on opinion here, so thank in advance for any feedback. :smiley:
54M13
28 Jun 16#40
Well you should be able to feel it, especially the sub bass. I've had 800s, 910s and now own the wired 950s and 500s and the bass can be felt on my ears on each pair, the 500s the most though because of how light they are I assume. Give it time, the drivers might be stiff and need some flexing before the bass can be pushed harder.
Try leaving a song with sub Bass and treble on loop at midish volume for a while to see if there's any change?
AJ92
28 Jun 16#39
Bass Boost button on and i still want more bass as i want to feel the vibrations but as you said might need time to adjust. I think I need to lower my expectations ha this probz the best it's gonna get.
54M13
28 Jun 16#38
Even with the bass boost button? Could even require burn in. My XB800s required about 15-20 hours before the bass came out. It was too tight and shallow to begin with.
Transmitter works great, no lag and decent range as long as its not placed behind TV. I have a soundbar connected by optical cable which means the transmitter can be plugged into tv's headphone jack permanently. Can also be charged via USB at same time as using. Great little device!
AJ92
28 Jun 16#36
I recieved it but I must be crazy because I would prefer more bass on them :confused: haha.
shredderbenjamin
27 Jun 162#35
may be expired but for those interested in these headphones I can confirm they are sh*t hot.
54M13
27 Jun 16#34
Unlucky mate :/
subyd
27 Jun 16#33
NOoooooooooooooooo I hesitated and its gone goddamnit
alababaju
27 Jun 16#32
Gosh, seriously fighting consumerism is a battle. I have a Sony XB700 that I bought circa 4 years ago. Still works fine, even though most of the leather has peeled off, yet I keep getting attracted to deals like this. Having little money helps fight the urge to buy though :smile:
alababaju
27 Jun 16#31
No longer available, cheapest new now £118.45. There is one for £63.41, used - very good, by Amazon Warehouse.
AJ92
27 Jun 16#30
I am bass mad and normally use the Bass Booster app on my phone for a small difference. There's a review where the buyer says no need for the Bass Boost button as it's already Bass heavy so mabey using the app might make it crazy with bass on max ha.
Tomb
27 Jun 16#29
I'm off to read the reviews but does anyone know what the sound leakage is like with these??
i.e. Would I get battered by other commuters if I use them :-)
hcc27
27 Jun 16#28
Yeah, nothing like dem beats, innit.
AJ92
27 Jun 16#27
Try Prime Now in your city.
fatbiker
27 Jun 16#26
Even that option has gone now. It was there 5 minutes ago though :disappointed:
Shaftydude
27 Jun 16#25
How do I get this working with my TV, chrome cast?
orgfilao
27 Jun 16#24
The £70 option now says "Back-ordered. Due in stock July 2 -- order now to reserve yours"
Billyboyz
27 Jun 16#23
Still £70 in more £ options
AJ92
27 Jun 16#22
Appears out of stock but still accepting orders.
orgfilao
27 Jun 16#21
I just got a Flubit offer of £63, already a stonking deal made even better!
vbn678
27 Jun 16#20
HOT!
Nearly bought at full price yesterday (£120). Been researching Bluetooth headphones for last couple of days and it was too hard to make my mind up but this deal done it for me.
Gonna get a Bluetooth transmitter for my TV also.
Anyone know if its better getting a toslink one or regular 3.5mm one?
Already have a cheap sound bar using the RCA connectors so I hope the audio will signal will still be output by the other ones at the same time.
RustyR
27 Jun 16#19
Absolute steal!
andyrccar
27 Jun 16#18
Yes
lbellshaw1983
27 Jun 16#17
Flubit Elite 2 pairs for £125. £62.50 each : )
Squirtle
27 Jun 163#1
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27 Jun 163#8
aemby1406 to Squirtle
27 Jun 16#16
same
AJ92
27 Jun 16#15
I think it's a price error as the wired version is £68.01
GujSehambi
27 Jun 16#14
UNBELIEVABLE PRICE!!
I was looking for these to reduce for months whilst I had my Plantronics Backbeat Sense, but ended up buying the Xb650bt's for a steal the week they were released!!
stone3t
27 Jun 16#13
For a £70 headphone what bar should I place?
one2omg
27 Jun 161#12
Great Heed Ferns! :smiley:
tobleroneuk
27 Jun 16#11
Great find! Just ordered...add to the headphone collection lol
stone3t
27 Jun 16#9
I have this, in my opinion better than Beats equivalent.
barbiegirl to stone3t
27 Jun 165#10
you're not placing the bar very high there...
dr_joolz
27 Jun 16#7
I have the ap version so am sure I'll enjoy the bt! THX!
AJ92
27 Jun 16#5
Received the Sony MDR-ZX770BN yesterday and in process of returning them as the sound isn't right for me. I paid £68.75 from Warehouse Deals. These were over £100 so didn't order them but now that price is to good. Thanks I guess I am bass heavy.
I ordered it with same day evening delivery but just noticed that it's in stock at London Prime Now (check the app for other city's) same price and if you create a new account you get the £10 off.
gungesh to AJ92
27 Jun 16#6
I think they have reduced the new account offer to £5
dr_joolz
27 Jun 16#3
freaking hot this thanks! ordered immediately
54M13 to dr_joolz
27 Jun 161#4
Glad to help. Hope you like them
SJ87
27 Jun 16#2
Got a refurb pair a few months ago for about £95. Great headphones. Bass is unbelievable (if you like that sort of thing). Hot.
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A bit more info here: http://helpguide.sony.net/mdr/xb950bt/v1/en/print.html
[31] How to UseListening to musicSound quality modeSwitching the sound quality mode
The sound quality is set to the “Standard” mode (SBC high quality mode) as the default setting.
When using an AAC or aptX compatible device, select the “Priority on sound quality” mode.
If the connection is unstable, such as when producing only intermittent sound, select the “Priority on stable connection” mode.
To check the current sound quality mode, see “Checking the sound quality mode.”
Turn on the headset by pressing the POWER button for more than 2 seconds while holding the VOL+ or VOL– button down.
If you turn on the headset while holding the VOL+ button down, a mode with more priority placed on sound quality is selected.
It switches from “Priority on stable connection” mode to “Standard” mode.
It switches from “Standard” mode to “Priority on sound quality” mode.
If you turn on the headset while holding the VOL- button down, a mode with more priority placed on communications is selected.
It switches from “Priority on sound quality” mode to “Standard” mode.
It switches from “Standard” mode to “Priority on stable connection” mode.
Note
When you turn on the headset by pressing the POWER button only, the headset does not indicate the sound quality mode with flashes of the indicator (blue).
The playback time may become shorter, depending on the sound quality and the conditions under which you are using the headset.
Depending on the ambient conditions in the area where you are using the headset, intermittent sound may still occur, even if the “Priority on stable connection” mode is selected.
[32] How to UseListening to musicSound quality modeChecking the sound quality mode
When the sound quality mode is switched, the headset indicates the remaining battery charge by flashing the indicator in red first, and then in blue to indicate the sound quality mode. You can check the current sound quality mode by the number of flashes of the indicator (blue).
To check the current sound quality mode when the unit is turned on, hold the POWER button down and press the VOL+ or VOL- button within about 2 seconds (before the headset turns off). The current sound quality mode will be shown by the number of flashes of the indicator (blue).
“Priority on sound quality” mode: the indicator (blue) flashes 3 times
SBC (high quality), AAC or aptX is selected automatically.
“Standard” mode: the indicator (blue) flashes twice
SBC (high quality)
“Priority on stable connection” mode: the indicator (blue) flashes once
SBC
In case anyone misses it you can improve Bluetooth sound quality by holding down Volume+ and powering on the headphones. Compatible source device needed.
By the way, the reviews are so divisive. I know this is bass heavy, but many say it takes away from normal audio quality even without the bass boost mode. I would like feedback from the owners here about the quality of the sound without bass boost, and whether the bass is overbearing, again without bass boost mode... Just want to know if these are decent Bluetooth headsets (taking the bass out of the equation)?
I have 'ordered' one but I may very well cancel it before the 15th (or keep it) depends on opinion here, so thank in advance for any feedback. :smiley:
Try leaving a song with sub Bass and treble on loop at midish volume for a while to see if there's any change?
Transmitter works great, no lag and decent range as long as its not placed behind TV. I have a soundbar connected by optical cable which means the transmitter can be plugged into tv's headphone jack permanently. Can also be charged via USB at same time as using. Great little device!
i.e. Would I get battered by other commuters if I use them :-)
Nearly bought at full price yesterday (£120). Been researching Bluetooth headphones for last couple of days and it was too hard to make my mind up but this deal done it for me.
Gonna get a Bluetooth transmitter for my TV also.
Anyone know if its better getting a toslink one or regular 3.5mm one?
Already have a cheap sound bar using the RCA connectors so I hope the audio will signal will still be output by the other ones at the same time.
plll
,m lz.lm,lk m
I was looking for these to reduce for months whilst I had my Plantronics Backbeat Sense, but ended up buying the Xb650bt's for a steal the week they were released!!
I ordered it with same day evening delivery but just noticed that it's in stock at London Prime Now (check the app for other city's) same price and if you create a new account you get the £10 off.