@@salvationbygracethroughfaith lol the XM4 is a muddy mess no matter the tuning. Although you are not wrong on the Bose being mediocre, the XM4 are laughably bad as well. Momentum 4, Momentum 3 and Air Pod Max are the only Bluetooth worth it in the 300-500 range and honestly at $250 the moment 4 is unbeatable as it is the best sounding of the three. Albeit its close among these overall. $300-$500 1. Momentum4 2. Momentim3 3. APM 4. Aonic 50 5/6 Bose in general 5/6 XM4 Havent heard XM5 but sony XM1-XM4 were buy and returns everytime for me, so I quit trying this line as it is pure crap. Bose is mediocre but the most comfortable so I end up using it on long trips alot.
@@salvationbygracethroughfaith The momentum 3 lack the deep notes or the APM and M4 but still have good bass with a semirefined sound, my man the XM4 are muddy. The momentum 4 have a lot of slam but with the clarity of the 3. I gave the XM4 a fair shot, those are muddy as heck. I come from the world of Hifiman Sundaras and HD 560S which have much better sound than all of these but less bass. To each their own, M4 has deeper and stronger bass than the XM4 but no muddiness. But you love your XM4 I cannot tell you nor force you different. Fair enough. Audio is personal.
I only read: "I bought the bose qc ultra just for the review and now i'm justifying why I'm returning it, even when it was my plan since the beginning"
My experience is SO very different to yours in so many respects that I won't go into each one as this would mean several paragraphs. Honestly, I'm very surprised at just how many 'negatives' you found on these headphones. The QC Ultra is certainly not perfect, but I do think that, overall, it is a great ANC headphone. I'd personally give it 4.5 out of 5 stars. But, thanks for your honest take on these, anyway.
Hi! Thanks for watching and The ultras are great in many ways. I had to share the issues I found because others might experience similar things especially being one of the most expensive anc consumer headphones.
@TheFrenchGlow These 'issues' can be found on ANY brands, any models. It just makes me laugh. Why don't you let people buy this product online, experience it by themselves and then they can decide if they want to keep it or send it back.
You can't argue if a person finds it uncomfortable. Comfort is the most essential feature in any headphone. I used my wife's 45's and loved how I could wear it for hours without problems. Found a great deal on the XM-4, thinking they would be the same... Had to return them due to it pressing on my ear, causing pain after a couple hours of use. Now it's a toss-up between the 45s or the Ultras. You just never know until you put on a pair.
Did you notice any creak from the earcups when moving your head/jaw, putting on and off or even when walking. I'm on my third pair now, getting super upset. This is obviously more noticeable when music is not playing.
Great review brother. From my experience one of my favorite things on these are the music touch controls on my QC ultra. Mixed with 1 single button to skip songs. The combination of those two work great.
Great review! So hard to find reviews with practical use information. I like how you mixed in the specs as well as the little quirk you've found in your every day use! Thanks for the video Keep up the good work!
Definitely one of the better reviews of the Bose QC Ultras. Relevant talking points. Fair and balanced analysis. That said, I think you're nuts for returning the headphones just because you don't like the volume slider. Granted, its not very well implemented, but its really not that big a deal. Well worth the amazing sound quality imo.
While I agree with you, its not a good look for a $430 headphones. MY options are limited to XM4 or Ultra. XM5 has shallow ear pads for my ear. The new QC seem to have some build quality issues.
Totally agree on the buttons. For me, the music wasn't as satisfying at the Sony XM4's for music. The earpads are more firm and less comfortable for sure, but to me they are still better than the Sony's which get hot for me with long wear
Great review! I bought the $430 QC ultra to test it against my 2022 QC45's which are already studio quality stereo excellence out of the box and those are going for $199 now I don't need a motion swipe volume adjustment, noise canceling, STILL, MOTION and IMMERSION technology modes for $430 The 2022 QC45 already has excellent STUDIO QUALITY stereo sound and canceling with no need for equalization While you're getting the same phenomenal BOSE sound, the new QC ultra is gimmicky I also recently bought the SONY ULT but returned them the next day because I hate headphones that require equalizer adjustments to sound great. The SONY ULT is not great sounding, it sounds rather cheap to my ears (I'm comparing them to the BOSE) The BOSE QC45 is still an unbeatable headphone and now that they're at $199 I'm going to buy 2 more. It's the only headphone I'll ever need
First of all, I hope you don't get copyrighted for kung fu panda being played in the back HAHA. But overall, I agree with almost everything you said. ALMOST. But key point here is its a $650 AUD headphone. For that many problems, its really not worth it, even when it goes down with discounts in future..at most im assuming 450ish, i would say its still not worth it just because the NC700 or XM4 exists as well. The Bose QCs are just more worth it imo. To each their own but the noise cancelling heaphone market is really weird right now and I really hope to see better from everyone!
I disagree with most of your complaints other than one. I do agree that the volume slider is not as precise as it should be. Even with that, I find the volume slider decent and with so many other great features I just think these are the best sounding and easy to control headphones I have used. No I’m not a huge fan of the immersive mode, but it can sound logical when you’re watching a a movie and you want the sound to appear to be coming in front of you. But for general music and audio listening, I don’t use it . But that doesn’t take away from the fact that the sound quality comfort And usability are top notch for this headset. IMO these are the best Bluetooth headphones you can get even if they are a bit expensive. Good luck finding the buttons? The only reason you can find the buttons is they don’t have too many. But your advice is to add more buttons? What? How is that gonna make finding buttons easier? Literally just makes no sense. I agree with other posts here that state that it seems like you were finding reasons to return them because you had already planned on doing it and you just wanted to post a derogatory review but either way you’re wrong. These are great headphones, and you should not listen to this review in my opinion. As far as fit, yeah maybe they don’t fit you great but they fit me really well and I have a pretty big head so I don’t really understand what your issue was, but I find them extremely comfortable.
Cons that make them terrible choice: - There's NO way to use them while charging (It's a total scandal in 2023/2024). So imagine if they run out of battery during the meeting you're doomed. - The earmuffs tilt opposite directions than in any other headphones, so when you rest them on your shoulders the cushions are pointed up but the sharp corners of the outer layer are irritating your skin
Can you use the Bose Qc ultra or the Bose qc attached to the ps5 controller e and playing and contemporarily speaking with friends while playing with the headphones microphone and no external microphone?
Thank you for the reply using currently Apple Airpods Max, and still can hear my 4 kids around ? should I get divorce or Ultra's has a better ANC from Apples Airpods Max )) ?@@TheFrenchGlow
I selled qc45 and got the xm5. I really hoped bose will update the connectivity issues between windows pc and android phone. They switch automatically to windows instantly and it was annoying. Then there is the biggest issue, the microphone quality, if you talk a little quiet( who speaks loud outside?) You just cant be heard. And i hoped for months for an update, its a software thing, not mic array, its how the electronic processing filter works. And they release the qc ultra with the same issues!!! Well. I am now so happy with xm5. About the big case- i wear the headphones on my head or neck when i travel. They get updates all time! Sony cares. Bose does not.
I was really disappointed with the ultras noise output, not loud enough at all for me, and im not like a "blow my ears off my head" kinda listener, its too overwhelming too loud but these heaphones at max volume felt like it was only halfway turned up. Im confused with everyones reviews saying they are really loud. Does anyone else feel that way?
You need to let your ears rest. Exposure to drums or live music in general without ear protection? Some churches even have live drums nowadays which is damaging to the ears.
If no charge it usually means either faulty cable or faulty unit. I would switch out the cable and try a standard USB c cable plugged into a USB port. If it's the unit, either the battery could be defective or it's software related. Either case, I wouldn't recommend opening up the headphones and instead file a claim with bose asap. They might ask you to update your headphones and switch the cable but if your headphones don't turn on becuase can't hold a charge, it's a manufacturer defect.
After about 30 mins of use I experience painful irritation of my ears where in contact with the ear pads. This does not happen with QC45 or other Bose headphones. The problem is either the frame or the ear pads. Third party ear pads may alter the sound. There are many complaints on Amazon reviews about this problem.
@@TheFrenchGlow but if they’re completely dead means even with the cord you can’t listen because they won’t turn on. This is the exact problem I have with my AirPod max
This video is goofy. Some of your nitpicks almost make you look unintelligent. Trying to cram the headphones in the wrong way…like do you want a small case or not? They have a certain way to put it in so that you can reduce the size. They literally fold the same way and go in the same as the original QC35 so what’s the big deal…like did you just never put them in right? This seems like the smallest gripes.
That's exactly how I felt his gripes were things most people wouldn't even care about and I learned the volume control in seconds and find them way to use . The buttons are so simple to use in this unit.
Speaking of comfort, I love my QC ultra compare it to my XM5 . The earcup on XM5 not that comfortable and not deep enough for my ears and if I used XM5 for a long flight ( 6hours+) my ears feels ache and sweaty cause of the material . For me I prefer my Bose QC Ultra ❤
Well, in my case I was happy to replace my PX7 S2 eventually! The Bose are the better package for me after all. The Bowers&Wilkins had a good sound, but they were heavy, too tight, not really foldable, weak ANC and the tiny buttons drove me crazy. Hard to find the headphones that make you 100% happy, in my case the QC Ultra are very close to it (missing only USB Audio). The QC Ultra price is totally okay btw, if you compare with Apple, Sony and B&W. Will become cheaper anyway very soon.
Did you notice any creak from the earcups when moving your head/jaw, putting on and off or even when walking. I'm on my third pair now, getting super upset. This is obviously more noticeable when music is not playing.
I have a qcu, all these points that you have mentioned are to the point But I bought this for the sound quality as Xm5 produces somewhat muffled sound So I think if someone really cares about sound quality, it is perfect for them I like my qcu a lot
I received the QC Ultra today and I'm not impressed at all. I did not have that "WOW" factor. I had so many high expectations for these headphones. The noise cancellation seems very mediocre. I've tried many noise-cancellation headphones and for this to be the top noise-canceling headphones, yeah okay. I was still able to hear noise while my music was playing. I even did the airplane test, acting as if I was on an airplane. I was still able to hear the engine noise while my music was playing. As a HUGE Bose fan, I'm actually sad to say this, I'm highly disappointed with these headphones. And also, the sound was just okay. I was expecting better bass, the volume at the highest just didn't seem loud enough. I'm definitely returning these.
buy Sony if you are a casual listener and buy Sennheiser Momentum 4 if you are an EDM fan someone like me who favours bass and sound quality over ANC. Either way you've got your problems solved.
Being female and with a smaller head (one-size fashion hats are _always_ too big on me!) I wonder if the Ultras might be just right for my abnormal bonce? Ear comfort is very important to me - I can't bear the way that so many ear-cups feel on my ears after relatively short wear. I've heard that the slightly cheaper _in-ear_ Ultras are equally superb for audio quality and NC, so it's a toss-up between them or the standard QC 🎧. Bose offer a long test/return window, so am tempted to order all three and compare/decide at home. Thanks for your insights!
The inability to use the headphones wired to a device without power is kind of turning me off. Everything else so far I have liked about them, but I have been in situations where I needed to use my old QC's with no power and just plugged into a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Agreed. They should pass a law that all headphones can be used without power using a 3.5mm jack. Because they always draw battery, the ultras would be another accessory I carry that requires a daily charge like my phone, tablet, laptop, and watch.
Based on the list of reasons you mentioned to return…they seems like very small picks which most of them won’t even care…but it’s your money so it’s up to you. Expecting headphones to work when they are charging is like 😂 come on man…if that’s the case you my get an immersive power shock to your head which then you feel as new technolgy which any other headphones have 🤣🤣🤣Overall I would feel you got paid by some other brand to make this video…may be but not sure..you knows exactly.
Hi! I livestream on Amazon for 4.5 years, reviewing products and showcasing products. I wish a brand would sponsor me like that. I'm a diehard bose/sony/Google/Alexa guy.
Honestly tho😂 I bought these yesterday and they are great. I never had any of his problems. The buttons are perfect, it literally tells you how to use them in the bose app. The volume slide is in a perfect position for my thumb. Everything is great
I bought the Bose Quietcomfort Ultra. In sound cancellation they are 10/10. I have to say that when using them wired the sound is very low to the point that if there is noise outside I could say that it cannot be heard well. I looked for reviews about it and no one says anything. I bought them in Spain and if I had tried them at that time I wouldn't have decided on these headphones. Has anyone else had the same thing happen to them?
I listened to your complaints, how nitpicky or non existent they are, and it reaffirmed how great these headphones are. I do have one legit complaint, your audio is horrendous. You sound like you’re speaking underwater.
I have a question. If primary issue was fit and all headshapes are different, wouldn't a tighter, smaller earcups like the nc700 be less comfortable than regular quietcomforts? Now what if was the bose ultra instead.
Simply fantastic and honest review. Thanks. I returned mine too for the same reasons. I just can't wear these for hours on end. The small size puts too much pressure on the side of my head. Also the volume slider was poorly designed. I spent too much time trying to fine-tune the volume. With my qc35 it was nothing but click, click set. I really, really wanted to like these headphones. The noise cancellation is absolutely outstanding and the sound is great too. But the comfort and the volume slider and the button positioning and size are just not great. Bose did not do a great job with the design of this device. The designers should have actually used this things for days before finishing the design and shipping this thing. I'll just upgrade my QC 35s that I had for 5 years with the QC 45s. Sigh. Do better Bose, you almost made an excellent pair of headphones.
Thanks for sharing. If the ultras don’t fit, you can’t fix it with better anc or sound. I think Bose forgot that we use Bose headphones because it’s great balanced sound, most comfortable, and easy to use.
@@TheFrenchGlow Half of folks are saying the Ultras are more comfortable than their 45s, and the other half are saying it's terrible, and they're going back to their 45s... I swear, sometimes I really hate the internet 🤪
Did you notice any creak from the earcups when moving your head/jaw, putting on and off or even when walking. I'm on my third pair now, getting super upset. This is obviously more noticeable when music is not playing.
@@BucksBe At least we have choices based on what works best for us. I returned the Ultras and went with the latest QC and am pretty happy. If the Ultras are ever upgraded to allow for a more comfortable fit and easier volume setting, I'll buy them again because their noise cancellation and music sound are the best.
great to hear :) any complaints 1 month in or how's your experience been so far? whats the experience like when switching between devices? I want to predominately use these at night time when mum is asleep. I have iPhone, MacBook Pro and iPad Pro and also want to sometimes pair them to the smart TV. I'm a tad concerned about how much hassle it would be to switch between devices compared to the AirPods Max's , however, they are retailing for $900 AUD and still have the H1 chip so I'm not going near that headphone with a 10 foot pole, im 98% sure I want to get the BOSE QC ULTRA at this point :) just doing my last minute checks before I grab a pair. what colour did you get and do you wish you got a different colour? how's the app? any info would be greatly appreciated.. I wrote this whilst wearing mums QC 35's and they are stinkin cozy, can wear them for hours on end without any soreness, I hope the ultra's are as comfy.
Just curious, does your ANC distort when you jump or are on a bumpy car ride? I just got mine out of the box and that’s the first thing I noticed, really off putting. Never experienced this on any other ANC
It's crazy I thought all the exact issues that you've had 100%. Still on the fence about the ultra but then the comfort level is making me doubt and making me maybe want to go to the QC but just not sure yet. If you need the app to adjust everything on the headphones when you use them with a laptop it's a different experience of using it with mobile. There's very much a lack of tactile buttons for the ultra although I love the sound. Again I'm very torn by this but great great video
I love my QC 35 but mine just started having the self power-on issue. I purchsed the new QC but they feel so much cheaper in quality compared to the 35 so im returning them. I think ill try the ultra next. Thanks for the review
I've owned nearly every single pair of Bose QuietComfort going back to the 90s I just purchased quiet Comfort Ultras they set the standard comfort and quality no other headphones on the market level of quality a noise cancellation
8 1/2 is a fairly large head...average hat size for men is only 7 3/8. Just saying. As someone who is 7 1/4 this is a definite bonus, looking forward to see how frequency plots come out. Also the issue with bass at higher volumes is also certainly due to Fletcher Munson curve adjustments.
Thanks for mentioning that you need to turn them on for them to work and that you can just use them with the cable with them off. As they won't work. So, I will be returning mine too. And just get the non-Ultra one. Which I already have, just needs a replacement as it has aged.
is the Bose QC ultra noice cancellation much better than the Quiet confort ? I REALLY CARE NOICE CANCELLATION, do you think the difference is so big that I have to buy the ultra over the normal quiet confort ? considering that I also like the other ultra extra features over the qc
The 2022 QC45 is now $199 and it's excellent studio quality stereo sound out of the box with great noise cancelling You don't need to spend $430 for the new Bose, they're just gimmicky
How is the call quality on the Bose Quiet Comfort? I’m glad to see you went with that version. The only thing holding me back is the call quality for phone and zoom
The battery life is advertised as 18 hours if immersion is turned on. If you used them with that feature turned on, then they lived up to their claimed battery life, potentially even exceeded it.
I literally have not found one reason to get rid of these while watching this video of anything now I love them even more. I have huge hands the touch volume control has never been a problem. I switched out the stock ear pads for softer wicked pads so long term wear isn't a problem at all. The app has great features top quality anc and even better transparency mode. You only made me love these even more after watching your video the fit is even better then the sonys.
this comment is God tier.. thank you! never thought of replacing the ear pads, wicked cushions is such a dope company too haha I used to love watching that guy review headphones, stinkin cozy!
agree, comfort is the most important thing. If they are not comfortable, it doesn't matter how good they sound, you won't want to wear them..... simple as that Jack
Especially if you are using them primarily for travel or 8 work sessions. I rather have good music quality ultra comfortable headphones than great music quality uncomfortable ones. Some people will find the ultras are the most comfortable while others like me find them a tight fit.
@@TheFrenchGlow curious, did you try to stretch out the top headband?? a lot of headphones will have a strip of metal in the top headband that you can actually forcibly 'open' a little wider by bending it without cracking the plastic substrate. im curious to know whether you can do this with the ultras, im going to go out on a limb here and assume that due to the company traditionally using top tier materials, there is probably a good chance that this strategy is an option.
I have a strong feeling that this man works for Bose competitors. For Sony, or for Sennheiser, or for Beats? Who knows. But this report is not so honest
Agreed! Just happened to me… bought on dutty free, used during the flight.. amazing tech and outstanding sound presence in imersion (for music lovers), but in fact there is some unpleasant pressure around the hear that should not be there!!! Its been 10h since I bought it; Now I will see overtime if the tech surpasses the unconfort substantially or if I will pass them on.
Thanks for the story! I am looking for my first pair of premium over ears for office and since I have to pay for these myself and wanting to be able to use them all day, music/speech as well. QC Ultra's give me that magic al feeling because of the sound, the build (I think XM5 doens't have to premium feel to them) and man, Iwould need to save up for them in The Nederlands because they're pricey...the thing is that all stuff you mention is very valid for your own personal situation: fit, the case (I've never had to put them back in so need to get the hang of it), and a lagging battery life. It will get you through your day without any problem though. Appreciatie your content, helping me in the process!
right now i am looking at both of these...QC45 are 299 ( Canadian ) 218 ( US ) and the new QC are 379 ( Canadian ) 276 ( US ).....QC ULTRA 499 ( Canadian ) 364 ( US ).....which would you recommend as i am without anything currently....I need them for music and watching movies on my ipad.....great review by the way....thx....cheers from Canada
I get your points. The reasons I find the Airpods max one of the worst earphones of all times are similar to yours. Bose was a great win for me, except for not working with the 3,5m cable without battery
trying my QC ultra, coming from 35 II. Ultra are comfortable but nothing beats the 35 II as you said. Also I really don’t care about the improved ANC/sound, 35 II are fine. Only reason I bought the Ultra is I got them for $270. I can sell my 35 II for $100 but idk…they’ve lasted 5 years and still going strong. Still torn on what to do
When in doubt, KEEP THE QC35 IIs for now. And when you see the ultras on sale under $300, then I would consider. But since you got them for 270...what else can you spend your 270 on?
Bose QC > Bose QC45>BoseQC35 and Bose QCultra stands in first for some users due to latest tech used in it or it stands after Bose QC. BoseQC and Bose QCUltra is a new model released in 2023 after Bose QC45. BoseQC is having wind noise off and battery improvements and improved EQ settings and Bose QCultra improved with immersive spatial sound tech and improved EQ settings with more cushions in design
bose needs to keep up and do something big, theyre falling behind all the competition and with their immersive audio stuff id hope theyll do a 100 hours battery life headphone to screw the competition
@@TheFrenchGlow It was a mistake made by Walmart and Amazon early this morning. I think they discounted the wrong QCs but people were able to get the Ultras for $260 in that short timeframe. They are now back to regular price.
It’s interesting how everyone is talking about Bose Ultra ANC, but no one seems to mention it's sound quality. Spoiler alert: it’s bad. I own a Sony XM5, and my brother recently bought a Bose Ultra. It was a disappointment because overall it sounds muffled and lacks punchy bass. He regrets his purchase wishing he had opted for the Sony XM5 instead. Before buying, make sure to test the devices and ideally compare with other models to avoid any surprises. Keep in mind that video reviews may not always provide the full picture. I did the wonderwall sound test you suggested and it sounds a lot clearer on my XM5. You should try Peace of Mind by Boston on the Bose Ultra. Bose Ultra cannot handle treble well at all.
The physical slider power button and volume buttons are sooooooo much better than the ultra and I miss them. The ultra's volume slider is hard to get precise volume control.
Now find it on a Friday night getting home from the bar. Or while you are running. Or moving quickly in general. Not sure why the slider. Apple learned the same lesson with touchid.
Highly disagree. Never had problem with it. First time putting it on, was a quite natural movement straight away. The volume slider is exactly where the QC35s volume buttons are.
As a result of what you and thems said I got mines and am super double excieted. The Ultras are able to accept Flippant v1 but in the end I went with ZMF and a bottlehead crack on the go. Yipster to the Sony....a real good deal but for premium I suggest the Ultra for music and the spoken word on TV. Check out the Audeze Frog shells with the EQ to the max. In the end I agree the Bose QC (not ultra) are a better price when using Flippant to denote the ANC but if in a quiet enviroment going full Violectric is an option with USB to get round the piwer button next to the USB. It is indeed unfriendly as you correctly say but I based my choice on the quality of the case, the Zip and the comfort. In the end just get some Beats for a consumer sound and hip hop. Accuracy is not important over using any Baxter which you can charge at the same time. Fools to do this. It does drive me crazy like you. Get Skullcandy for realisum and wow what a pair to get
The reason why the bass sounds “less punchy” at high volumes is because the headphones have “adaptive audio.” The bass and treble are not greatly reduced at low volumes, but as you put the volume up, it slightly reduces the aforementioned to influence you to listen to your media at safer volume levels. Headphones without “adaptive audio” reduce the bass and treble as you lower the volume and increase the aforementioned at higher levels, so it makes the user rely on listening at higher volumes.
A note on the Spatial Audio feature: you should really be using immersive or Spatial Audio on music and content that was specifically designed for that purpose. In Apple Music, you will need to go to settings and turn Dolby Atmos to ‘Always On’ as iPhones don’t recognize your Bose headphones as Spatial Audio compatible. If you are wearing AirPods, the iPhone will automatically know that you’re using AirPods and will turn the Dolby Atmos mode on. Only specific music has this feature but unless you switch to Dolby Atmos to Always On, you won’t be able to hear the clarity.
I just bought one. My only complain is if I want it hang on my neck, I have to get it off my head and turn it before I put it to my neck, to make the earpads flat.
Took me 10 minutes of using it to get used to the 2 side buttons and the capacitive touch area which you can slide on to work the volume and tap to change modes. I have a big head. Theres NO clamping pressure. I have used a gazillion different headphones over the years. I really have no idea what his guy is talking about. I can't take anyone seriously when they evaluate sound that goes up to 10 on bass and a -1 on treble. I mean, not even sure what to say about this review lol. smh
Hi! Thanks for sharing. I was sharing how it affected me and it's cool they work well for you. The ultras are great headphones but the tight fit is not an issue I made up. I strongly believe more and more people will talk about it. And my pt on the volume is that I can use it but when I'm in a rush or on my commute, you will get mixed up or miss the touch area. I know because that happened to me multiple times, everyday. Or how many times you press the Bluetooth button thinking it's the multi function button. And try those settings! It was my recommendation when you listen with volume up. I test headphones and other products live on camera nearly everyday
I had same experience as reviewer for me on iphone. It's more of a mid bass than a bass you can feel. I actually do +10 if I'm not using my boosted spotify EQ
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Hi Guys, My hat size is 7.5 NOT 8.5 and the Ultra's were tighter on my head. What about you?🤔
I wa about so say, 😂😂I’m a 7.5 and I have a big head.
The Bose QC Ultras were more comfortable than the Bose QC 45s and new Bose QC's for me and I have a pretty big head.
@@salvationbygracethroughfaith lol the XM4 is a muddy mess no matter the tuning. Although you are not wrong on the Bose being mediocre, the XM4 are laughably bad as well.
Momentum 4, Momentum 3 and Air Pod Max are the only Bluetooth worth it in the 300-500 range and honestly at $250 the moment 4 is unbeatable as it is the best sounding of the three. Albeit its close among these overall.
$300-$500
1. Momentum4
2. Momentim3
3. APM
4. Aonic 50
5/6 Bose in general
5/6 XM4
Havent heard XM5 but sony XM1-XM4 were buy and returns everytime for me, so I quit trying this line as it is pure crap. Bose is mediocre but the most comfortable so I end up using it on long trips alot.
@@salvationbygracethroughfaith The momentum 3 lack the deep notes or the APM and M4 but still have good bass with a semirefined sound, my man the XM4 are muddy. The momentum 4 have a lot of slam but with the clarity of the 3. I gave the XM4 a fair shot, those are muddy as heck.
I come from the world of Hifiman Sundaras and HD 560S which have much better sound than all of these but less bass.
To each their own, M4 has deeper and stronger bass than the XM4 but no muddiness.
But you love your XM4 I cannot tell you nor force you different. Fair enough. Audio is personal.
@@salvationbygracethroughfaith I did own the XM4
I only read: "I bought the bose qc ultra just for the review and now i'm justifying why I'm returning it, even when it was my plan since the beginning"
Well it is really expensive 😂
My experience is SO very different to yours in so many respects that I won't go into each one as this would mean several paragraphs. Honestly, I'm very surprised at just how many 'negatives' you found on these headphones. The QC Ultra is certainly not perfect, but I do think that, overall, it is a great ANC headphone. I'd personally give it 4.5 out of 5 stars. But, thanks for your honest take on these, anyway.
Hi! Thanks for watching and The ultras are great in many ways. I had to share the issues I found because others might experience similar things especially being one of the most expensive anc consumer headphones.
@TheFrenchGlow
These 'issues' can be found on ANY brands, any models.
It just makes me laugh.
Why don't you let people buy this product online, experience it by themselves and then they can decide if they want to keep it or send it back.
You can't argue if a person finds it uncomfortable. Comfort is the most essential feature in any headphone. I used my wife's 45's and loved how I could wear it for hours without problems. Found a great deal on the XM-4, thinking they would be the same... Had to return them due to it pressing on my ear, causing pain after a couple hours of use. Now it's a toss-up between the 45s or the Ultras. You just never know until you put on a pair.
Did you notice any creak from the earcups when moving your head/jaw, putting on and off or even when walking. I'm on my third pair now, getting super upset. This is obviously more noticeable when music is not playing.
Wow. This could be the worst headphone review ever posted in the history of the internet.
Why??
dont be mean! haha I quite liked the review
Great review brother. From my experience one of my favorite things on these are the music touch controls on my QC ultra. Mixed with 1 single button to skip songs. The combination of those two work great.
Thank you and thanks for sharing.
Did you notice any creak from the earcups when moving your head/jaw? I'm on my third pair now, getting super upset.
I personally think the immersive audio makes these headphones sound next level.
Great review! So hard to find reviews with practical use information. I like how you mixed in the specs as well as the little quirk you've found in your every day use! Thanks for the video Keep up the good work!
Definitely one of the better reviews of the Bose QC Ultras. Relevant talking points. Fair and balanced analysis. That said, I think you're nuts for returning the headphones just because you don't like the volume slider. Granted, its not very well implemented, but its really not that big a deal. Well worth the amazing sound quality imo.
Hi! Thanks for watching and the kind words. The Ultras have a lot of good too.
While I agree with you, its not a good look for a $430 headphones. MY options are limited to XM4 or Ultra. XM5 has shallow ear pads for my ear. The new QC seem to have some build quality issues.
@@TheFrenchGlow Agree. Technology improved a lot but the volume bar they provided on this is very cheap design and immature.
Agreed!
Totally agree on the buttons. For me, the music wasn't as satisfying at the Sony XM4's for music. The earpads are more firm and less comfortable for sure, but to me they are still better than the Sony's which get hot for me with long wear
helpful video and covered a lot of the pain points that apply to me. Thank you!
Great review!
I bought the $430 QC ultra to test it against my 2022 QC45's which are already studio quality stereo excellence out of the box and those are going for $199 now
I don't need a motion swipe volume adjustment, noise canceling, STILL, MOTION and IMMERSION technology modes for $430
The 2022 QC45 already has excellent STUDIO QUALITY stereo sound and canceling with no need for equalization
While you're getting the same phenomenal BOSE sound, the new QC ultra is gimmicky
I also recently bought the SONY ULT but returned them the next day because I hate headphones that require equalizer adjustments to sound great. The SONY ULT is not great sounding, it sounds rather cheap to my ears (I'm comparing them to the BOSE)
The BOSE QC45 is still an unbeatable headphone and now that they're at $199 I'm going to buy 2 more. It's the only headphone I'll ever need
Agreed, no volume buttons, no NC button means I'm sending the back after 1 day of usage
I decided to get these as someone who has skull candy Hesh headphones so I feel like these are gonna be massive upgrades lol
First of all, I hope you don't get copyrighted for kung fu panda being played in the back HAHA. But overall, I agree with almost everything you said. ALMOST. But key point here is its a $650 AUD headphone. For that many problems, its really not worth it, even when it goes down with discounts in future..at most im assuming 450ish, i would say its still not worth it just because the NC700 or XM4 exists as well. The Bose QCs are just more worth it imo. To each their own but the noise cancelling heaphone market is really weird right now and I really hope to see better from everyone!
I didn’t even realize kung fu panda was on until after. Hahah
I disagree with most of your complaints other than one. I do agree that the volume slider is not as precise as it should be. Even with that, I find the volume slider decent and with so many other great features I just think these are the best sounding and easy to control headphones I have used. No I’m not a huge fan of the immersive mode, but it can sound logical when you’re watching a a movie and you want the sound to appear to be coming in front of you. But for general music and audio listening, I don’t use it . But that doesn’t take away from the fact that the sound quality comfort And usability are top notch for this headset. IMO these are the best Bluetooth headphones you can get even if they are a bit expensive.
Good luck finding the buttons? The only reason you can find the buttons is they don’t have too many. But your advice is to add more buttons? What? How is that gonna make finding buttons easier? Literally just makes no sense.
I agree with other posts here that state that it seems like you were finding reasons to return them because you had already planned on doing it and you just wanted to post a derogatory review but either way you’re wrong. These are great headphones, and you should not listen to this review in my opinion.
As far as fit, yeah maybe they don’t fit you great but they fit me really well and I have a pretty big head so I don’t really understand what your issue was, but I find them extremely comfortable.
Cons that make them terrible choice:
- There's NO way to use them while charging (It's a total scandal in 2023/2024). So imagine if they run out of battery during the meeting you're doomed.
- The earmuffs tilt opposite directions than in any other headphones, so when you rest them on your shoulders the cushions are pointed up but the sharp corners of the outer layer are irritating your skin
And they haven't fixed it yet.
Can you use the Bose Qc ultra or the Bose qc attached to the ps5 controller e and playing and contemporarily speaking with friends while playing with the headphones microphone and no external microphone?
Yes, if you use the included cable it will output sound to the headphone, it will the microphone on the Dualsense controller though.
Do these headphones leak a lot?
Amazing review, I would say a bit more about ANC but otherwise 5*
Thank you! I had shot a lot about the Anc and even shot some audio samples but it didn't make it into the cut. The anc is top class.
Thank you for the reply using currently Apple Airpods Max, and still can hear my 4 kids around ? should I get divorce or Ultra's has a better ANC from Apples Airpods Max )) ?@@TheFrenchGlow
How do I make calls with the QC ultra?
I selled qc45 and got the xm5. I really hoped bose will update the connectivity issues between windows pc and android phone. They switch automatically to windows instantly and it was annoying. Then there is the biggest issue, the microphone quality, if you talk a little quiet( who speaks loud outside?) You just cant be heard. And i hoped for months for an update, its a software thing, not mic array, its how the electronic processing filter works. And they release the qc ultra with the same issues!!! Well. I am now so happy with xm5. About the big case- i wear the headphones on my head or neck when i travel. They get updates all time! Sony cares. Bose does not.
Thanks for sharing. As of dec 18 Bose updated the qc ultra earbuds but not the more expensive qc ultra headphones. 🤔🤔
I was really disappointed with the ultras noise output, not loud enough at all for me, and im not like a "blow my ears off my head" kinda listener, its too overwhelming too loud but these heaphones at max volume felt like it was only halfway turned up. Im confused with everyones reviews saying they are really loud. Does anyone else feel that way?
You need to let your ears rest. Exposure to drums or live music in general without ear protection? Some churches even have live drums nowadays which is damaging to the ears.
if you like a headphone that can play loud music... QC35 is waaaay more superior
Any idea how to solve this issue?
If no charge it usually means either faulty cable or faulty unit.
I would switch out the cable and try a standard USB c cable plugged into a USB port.
If it's the unit, either the battery could be defective or it's software related. Either case, I wouldn't recommend opening up the headphones and instead file a claim with bose asap. They might ask you to update your headphones and switch the cable but if your headphones don't turn on becuase can't hold a charge, it's a manufacturer defect.
I watched you video and returned mine. I think you make the company lose alot😝
This video is unwatchable. He cannot control the sound volume and quality. It changes too much.
I bought them after your review to see if you are trustworthy guy...Nope,you are not,headphones are great,i sold my XM5's
lmao love this comment1
how are they going after 1 month? any complaints?
These headphones have caused me to suffer an allergic reaction. I've never experienced that with headphones before.
OMG, can you tell me more?
After about 30 mins of use I experience painful irritation of my ears where in contact with the ear pads. This does not happen with QC45 or other Bose headphones. The problem is either the frame or the ear pads. Third party ear pads may alter the sound. There are many complaints on Amazon reviews about this problem.
No USB-C digital audio for that price. Battery level is also too low at 24 hours
So let’s say they died but you plug the cord into them you can’t use them?
Hi! You need them on even with cord plugged in.
@@TheFrenchGlow but if they’re completely dead means even with the cord you can’t listen because they won’t turn on. This is the exact problem I have with my AirPod max
This video is goofy. Some of your nitpicks almost make you look unintelligent. Trying to cram the headphones in the wrong way…like do you want a small case or not? They have a certain way to put it in so that you can reduce the size. They literally fold the same way and go in the same as the original QC35 so what’s the big deal…like did you just never put them in right? This seems like the smallest gripes.
Thanks for sharing. Why make things more complicated when the simpler option was easier and not a big deal?
That's exactly how I felt his gripes were things most people wouldn't even care about and I learned the volume control in seconds and find them way to use . The buttons are so simple to use in this unit.
Speaking of comfort, I love my QC ultra compare it to my XM5 . The earcup on XM5 not that comfortable and not deep enough for my ears and if I used XM5 for a long flight ( 6hours+) my ears feels ache and sweaty cause of the material . For me I prefer my Bose QC Ultra ❤
Well, in my case I was happy to replace my PX7 S2 eventually! The Bose are the better package for me after all. The Bowers&Wilkins had a good sound, but they were heavy, too tight, not really foldable, weak ANC and the tiny buttons drove me crazy. Hard to find the headphones that make you 100% happy, in my case the QC Ultra are very close to it (missing only USB Audio). The QC Ultra price is totally okay btw, if you compare with Apple, Sony and B&W. Will become cheaper anyway very soon.
Did you notice any creak from the earcups when moving your head/jaw, putting on and off or even when walking. I'm on my third pair now, getting super upset. This is obviously more noticeable when music is not playing.
@@attilab.2818 nope, mine are fine actually
@@attilab.2818this is a game changer for me. Nobody talks about it.
I have a qcu, all these points that you have mentioned are to the point
But I bought this for the sound quality as Xm5 produces somewhat muffled sound
So I think if someone really cares about sound quality, it is perfect for them
I like my qcu a lot
Where did you find the IP rating? IPX4 is stated at 4:10, but I've only seen an IP rating on the Ultra *earbuds* not the headphones.
This. This is the real question...
most of these issues are pseuds for me. the interface (buttons, sliders) is something you need to get accustomed to.
I received the QC Ultra today and I'm not impressed at all. I did not have that "WOW" factor. I had so many high expectations for these headphones. The noise cancellation seems very mediocre. I've tried many noise-cancellation headphones and for this to be the top noise-canceling headphones, yeah okay. I was still able to hear noise while my music was playing. I even did the airplane test, acting as if I was on an airplane. I was still able to hear the engine noise while my music was playing. As a HUGE Bose fan, I'm actually sad to say this, I'm highly disappointed with these headphones. And also, the sound was just okay. I was expecting better bass, the volume at the highest just didn't seem loud enough. I'm definitely returning these.
Thanks for sharing
And sorry to hear
buy Sony if you are a casual listener and buy Sennheiser Momentum 4 if you are an EDM fan someone like me who favours bass and sound quality over ANC. Either way you've got your problems solved.
I have the Sennheiser M4 btw if you wanna ask any questions feel free to ask I'll respond.
@@MC_Shaheen1 may i ask when you are outside would you say the Sennheiser block out most sound with music playing on high-ish volume?
I actually like mines I upgraded from the QC45 deff happy with the purchase. Review sounds like more of a personal nit pick but all good lol.
Thanks for watching! The ultras are good
I agree. I love mine.
this comment saved me a lot of time having to research the difference between the 45 and the ultra. thank you!
Being female and with a smaller head (one-size fashion hats are _always_ too big on me!) I wonder if the Ultras might be just right for my abnormal bonce?
Ear comfort is very important to me - I can't bear the way that so many ear-cups feel on my ears after relatively short wear.
I've heard that the slightly cheaper _in-ear_ Ultras are equally superb for audio quality and NC, so it's a toss-up between them or the standard QC 🎧. Bose offer a long test/return window, so am tempted to order all three and compare/decide at home. Thanks for your insights!
The inability to use the headphones wired to a device without power is kind of turning me off. Everything else so far I have liked about them, but I have been in situations where I needed to use my old QC's with no power and just plugged into a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Agreed. They should pass a law that all headphones can be used without power using a 3.5mm jack. Because they always draw battery, the ultras would be another accessory I carry that requires a daily charge like my phone, tablet, laptop, and watch.
Thanks for the review, very helpful! How does the QC sound compared to the QC ultras?
Based on the list of reasons you mentioned to return…they seems like very small picks which most of them won’t even care…but it’s your money so it’s up to you. Expecting headphones to work when they are charging is like 😂 come on man…if that’s the case you my get an immersive power shock to your head which then you feel as new technolgy which any other headphones have 🤣🤣🤣Overall I would feel you got paid by some other brand to make this video…may be but not sure..you knows exactly.
Hi! I livestream on Amazon for 4.5 years, reviewing products and showcasing products. I wish a brand would sponsor me like that. I'm a diehard bose/sony/Google/Alexa guy.
Honestly tho😂 I bought these yesterday and they are great. I never had any of his problems. The buttons are perfect, it literally tells you how to use them in the bose app. The volume slide is in a perfect position for my thumb. Everything is great
These headphones also fast charge. Something like 15 mins charge for 5 hours.
@@g4dsworld471can you turn off anc and use it like normal wireless headphones or you have to use the aware mode?
Some TH-camrs love a I returned them title.
I bought the Bose Quietcomfort Ultra. In sound cancellation they are 10/10. I have to say that when using them wired the sound is very low to the point that if there is noise outside I could say that it cannot be heard well. I looked for reviews about it and no one says anything. I bought them in Spain and if I had tried them at that time I wouldn't have decided on these headphones.
Has anyone else had the same thing happen to them?
I listened to your complaints, how nitpicky or non existent they are, and it reaffirmed how great these headphones are. I do have one legit complaint, your audio is horrendous. You sound like you’re speaking underwater.
I have a question. If primary issue was fit and all headshapes are different, wouldn't a tighter, smaller earcups like the nc700 be less comfortable than regular quietcomforts? Now what if was the bose ultra instead.
That's nice and all but does the Bose QuietComfort Ultra have a soldered on battery like previous variants?
Simply fantastic and honest review. Thanks.
I returned mine too for the same reasons. I just can't wear these for hours on end. The small size puts too much pressure on the side of my head. Also the volume slider was poorly designed. I spent too much time trying to fine-tune the volume. With my qc35 it was nothing but click, click set. I really, really wanted to like these headphones. The noise cancellation is absolutely outstanding and the sound is great too. But the comfort and the volume slider and the button positioning and size are just not great. Bose did not do a great job with the design of this device. The designers should have actually used this things for days before finishing the design and shipping this thing. I'll just upgrade my QC 35s that I had for 5 years with the QC 45s. Sigh. Do better Bose, you almost made an excellent pair of headphones.
Thanks for sharing. If the ultras don’t fit, you can’t fix it with better anc or sound. I think Bose forgot that we use Bose headphones because it’s great balanced sound, most comfortable, and easy to use.
@@TheFrenchGlow Half of folks are saying the Ultras are more comfortable than their 45s, and the other half are saying it's terrible, and they're going back to their 45s... I swear, sometimes I really hate the internet 🤪
Did you notice any creak from the earcups when moving your head/jaw, putting on and off or even when walking. I'm on my third pair now, getting super upset. This is obviously more noticeable when music is not playing.
@@BucksBe At least we have choices based on what works best for us. I returned the Ultras and went with the latest QC and am pretty happy. If the Ultras are ever upgraded to allow for a more comfortable fit and easier volume setting, I'll buy them again because their noise cancellation and music sound are the best.
@@attilab.2818Yes I did! You're a trooper for trying 3 sets. I swapped into the new QCs.
I am going to return them, because they are super uncomfortable to walk with. They have this clicking cheap plastic feeling that annoys me.
I love mine…upgraded for the immersive option. Worth every penny for me. I’m a classical musician and these serve my audio requirements to a tee.
great to hear :) any complaints 1 month in or how's your experience been so far?
whats the experience like when switching between devices? I want to predominately use these at night time when mum is asleep. I have iPhone, MacBook Pro and iPad Pro and also want to sometimes pair them to the smart TV. I'm a tad concerned about how much hassle it would be to switch between devices compared to the AirPods Max's , however, they are retailing for $900 AUD and still have the H1 chip so I'm not going near that headphone with a 10 foot pole, im 98% sure I want to get the BOSE QC ULTRA at this point :) just doing my last minute checks before I grab a pair.
what colour did you get and do you wish you got a different colour?
how's the app?
any info would be greatly appreciated..
I wrote this whilst wearing mums QC 35's and they are stinkin cozy, can wear them for hours on end without any soreness, I hope the ultra's are as comfy.
Just curious, does your ANC distort when you jump or are on a bumpy car ride? I just got mine out of the box and that’s the first thing I noticed, really off putting. Never experienced this on any other ANC
Yes, when I run or jump, making it useless for use in the gym. I'm not sure if its a defect or just how the headphones are.
A size 8 to 8 1/2 in hat size that's big 😂 so yes you have a big head 😂
It's crazy I thought all the exact issues that you've had 100%. Still on the fence about the ultra but then the comfort level is making me doubt and making me maybe want to go to the QC but just not sure yet. If you need the app to adjust everything on the headphones when you use them with a laptop it's a different experience of using it with mobile. There's very much a lack of tactile buttons for the ultra although I love the sound. Again I'm very torn by this but great great video
I love my QC 35 but mine just started having the self power-on issue. I purchsed the new QC but they feel so much cheaper in quality compared to the 35 so im returning them. I think ill try the ultra next. Thanks for the review
I've owned nearly every single pair of Bose QuietComfort going back to the 90s I just purchased quiet Comfort Ultras they set the standard comfort and quality no other headphones on the market level of quality a noise cancellation
wow, thats a strong comment! as someone who is about to buy a pair this is exactly what I wanted to hear haha
8 1/2 is a fairly large head...average hat size for men is only 7 3/8. Just saying. As someone who is 7 1/4 this is a definite bonus, looking forward to see how frequency plots come out. Also the issue with bass at higher volumes is also certainly due to Fletcher Munson curve adjustments.
Sorry meant 7.5!not 8.5
Thanks for mentioning that you need to turn them on for them to work and that you can just use them with the cable with them off. As they won't work. So, I will be returning mine too. And just get the non-Ultra one. Which I already have, just needs a replacement as it has aged.
is the Bose QC ultra noice cancellation much better than the Quiet confort ? I REALLY CARE NOICE CANCELLATION, do you think the difference is so big that I have to buy the ultra over the normal quiet confort ? considering that I also like the other ultra extra features over the qc
The 2022 QC45 is now $199 and it's excellent studio quality stereo sound out of the box with great noise cancelling
You don't need to spend $430 for the new Bose, they're just gimmicky
How is the call quality on the Bose Quiet Comfort? I’m glad to see you went with that version. The only thing holding me back is the call quality for phone and zoom
In a war with Airpods Max pise at £400? You been drinking?
The battery life is advertised as 18 hours if immersion is turned on.
If you used them with that feature turned on, then they lived up to their claimed battery life, potentially even exceeded it.
I literally have not found one reason to get rid of these while watching this video of anything now I love them even more. I have huge hands the touch volume control has never been a problem. I switched out the stock ear pads for softer wicked pads so long term wear isn't a problem at all. The app has great features top quality anc and even better transparency mode. You only made me love these even more after watching your video the fit is even better then the sonys.
this comment is God tier.. thank you! never thought of replacing the ear pads, wicked cushions is such a dope company too haha I used to love watching that guy review headphones, stinkin cozy!
agree, comfort is the most important thing. If they are not comfortable, it doesn't matter how good they sound, you won't want to wear them..... simple as that Jack
Especially if you are using them primarily for travel or 8 work sessions. I rather have good music quality ultra comfortable headphones than great music quality uncomfortable ones. Some people will find the ultras are the most comfortable while others like me find them a tight fit.
Amen to that.
@@TheFrenchGlow curious, did you try to stretch out the top headband?? a lot of headphones will have a strip of metal in the top headband that you can actually forcibly 'open' a little wider by bending it without cracking the plastic substrate. im curious to know whether you can do this with the ultras, im going to go out on a limb here and assume that due to the company traditionally using top tier materials, there is probably a good chance that this strategy is an option.
I have a strong feeling that this man works for Bose competitors. For Sony, or for Sennheiser, or for Beats? Who knows. But this report is not so honest
I agree. Seems of...
Agreed! Just happened to me… bought on dutty free, used during the flight.. amazing tech and outstanding sound presence in imersion (for music lovers), but in fact there is some unpleasant pressure around the hear that should not be there!!! Its been 10h since I bought it; Now I will see overtime if the tech surpasses the unconfort substantially or if I will pass them on.
can we please have an update? how is the ear pain?
what is the best for 400-500$ budget
Thanks for the story! I am looking for my first pair of premium over ears for office and since I have to pay for these myself and wanting to be able to use them all day, music/speech as well. QC Ultra's give me that magic al feeling because of the sound, the build (I think XM5 doens't have to premium feel to them) and man, Iwould need to save up for them in The Nederlands because they're pricey...the thing is that all stuff you mention is very valid for your own personal situation: fit, the case (I've never had to put them back in so need to get the hang of it), and a lagging battery life. It will get you through your day without any problem though.
Appreciatie your content, helping me in the process!
i watched all review videos about this headphone, and you are the only one who mention about how loud these pair of headphones. finally. thanks a lot.
Thank you for watching! Volume is so important and has to be mentioned.
I completely disagree, they are not loud at all at max volume. Very disappointed.
@@keegan1777Go check your ears, probably you are not hearing well... Not in a sarcastic way
i got mine and sounds loud to me @@keegan1777
right now i am looking at both of these...QC45 are 299 ( Canadian ) 218 ( US ) and the new QC are 379 ( Canadian ) 276 ( US ).....QC ULTRA 499 ( Canadian ) 364 ( US ).....which would you recommend as i am without anything currently....I need them for music and watching movies on my ipad.....great review by the way....thx....cheers from Canada
What did you decide?
My headphones are less than 6 months old and now won't hold a charge
Nope.
I get your points. The reasons I find the Airpods max one of the worst earphones of all times are similar to yours. Bose was a great win for me, except for not working with the 3,5m cable without battery
Snapdragon sound for Bose QuietComfort ULTRA
the bose app is also one of the worst apps of all time
trying my QC ultra, coming from 35 II. Ultra are comfortable but nothing beats the 35 II as you said. Also I really don’t care about the improved ANC/sound, 35 II are fine. Only reason I bought the Ultra is I got them for $270. I can sell my 35 II for $100 but idk…they’ve lasted 5 years and still going strong. Still torn on what to do
When in doubt, KEEP THE QC35 IIs for now. And when you see the ultras on sale under $300, then I would consider. But since you got them for 270...what else can you spend your 270 on?
Where did you get them for 270??? Thnx for any info! :)
You scored a brand new pair of Ultras for $270? Where, the trunk of some guys car behind a Walmart??
Bose QC > Bose QC45>BoseQC35 and Bose QCultra stands in first for some users due to latest tech used in it or it stands after Bose QC. BoseQC and Bose QCUltra is a new model released in 2023 after Bose QC45. BoseQC is having wind noise off and battery improvements and improved EQ settings and Bose QCultra improved with immersive spatial sound tech and improved EQ settings with more cushions in design
Yeah, I agree on the bass too. Soundguys said they were TOO bassy, but I felt like the XM4 was more enjoyable
the sony are bass cannons. The ultra's don’t
if the qc45 just costs 50% of this one, which one should I choose?
Qc45. If it breaks, you can get another. Ultras if you want the best.
bose needs to keep up and do something big, theyre falling behind all the competition and with their immersive audio stuff id hope theyll do a 100 hours battery life headphone to screw the competition
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Got them for $260 on Walmart today lmao. Great value not sure I’ll be returning and haven’t even tested them yet based off price point
how did you get them for $260 and how can I buy it at $260?
@@TheFrenchGlow It was a mistake made by Walmart and Amazon early this morning. I think they discounted the wrong QCs but people were able to get the Ultras for $260 in that short timeframe. They are now back to regular price.
@@Tuan788😂
It’s interesting how everyone is talking about Bose Ultra ANC, but no one seems to mention it's sound quality. Spoiler alert: it’s bad. I own a Sony XM5, and my brother recently bought a Bose Ultra. It was a disappointment because overall it sounds muffled and lacks punchy bass. He regrets his purchase wishing he had opted for the Sony XM5 instead. Before buying, make sure to test the devices and ideally compare with other models to avoid any surprises. Keep in mind that video reviews may not always provide the full picture.
I did the wonderwall sound test you suggested and it sounds a lot clearer on my XM5. You should try Peace of Mind by Boston on the Bose Ultra. Bose Ultra cannot handle treble well at all.
Unpopular opinion for many but I understand it 100%
@@TheFrenchGlow Thanks for the replay. Did you do the test I suggested?
Bose and Sony are overhyped and not worth the money.
Wich one are worthy tho?
Because of this video I ordered the QCs, Thank you ‼️
I use my QCs as my daily right now. 👍
😂😂This video was funny af. Solid take on the bose ultras and not shilling for them either. Just an honest take.
thanks! So I stick to my QC35ii 🙈
whats wrong with your mic man
The physical slider power button and volume buttons are sooooooo much better than the ultra and I miss them. The ultra's volume slider is hard to get precise volume control.
Now find it on a Friday night getting home from the bar. Or while you are running. Or moving quickly in general. Not sure why the slider. Apple learned the same lesson with touchid.
@@TheFrenchGlow yea no more precision volume control either.
@@NVGEARhehe
Yeah terrible design decision. A deal breaker along with the tiny buttons and firmer, less comfortable ear pads.
Highly disagree. Never had problem with it. First time putting it on, was a quite natural movement straight away. The volume slider is exactly where the QC35s volume buttons are.
Yooooo it’s just headphones🤣
As a result of what you and thems said I got mines and am super double excieted. The Ultras are able to accept Flippant v1 but in the end I went with ZMF and a bottlehead crack on the go. Yipster to the Sony....a real good deal but for premium I suggest the Ultra for music and the spoken word on TV. Check out the Audeze Frog shells with the EQ to the max. In the end I agree the Bose QC (not ultra) are a better price when using Flippant to denote the ANC but if in a quiet enviroment going full Violectric is an option with USB to get round the piwer button next to the USB. It is indeed unfriendly as you correctly say but I based my choice on the quality of the case, the Zip and the comfort. In the end just get some Beats for a consumer sound and hip hop. Accuracy is not important over using any Baxter which you can charge at the same time. Fools to do this. It does drive me crazy like you. Get Skullcandy for realisum and wow what a pair to get
I got mine. I give it 4 of 5, fit/comfort being the biggest negative.
Yeah I was surprised on that. I imagine it's better for ANC to have a better seal
The only negative in this review is you didn’t sing the rest of cruel summer
The reason why the bass sounds “less punchy” at high volumes is because the headphones have “adaptive audio.” The bass and treble are not greatly reduced at low volumes, but as you put the volume up, it slightly reduces the aforementioned to influence you to listen to your media at safer volume levels.
Headphones without “adaptive audio” reduce the bass and treble as you lower the volume and increase the aforementioned at higher levels, so it makes the user rely on listening at higher volumes.
A note on the Spatial Audio feature: you should really be using immersive or Spatial Audio on music and content that was specifically designed for that purpose. In Apple Music, you will need to go to settings and turn Dolby Atmos to ‘Always On’ as iPhones don’t recognize your Bose headphones as Spatial Audio compatible. If you are wearing AirPods, the iPhone will automatically know that you’re using AirPods and will turn the Dolby Atmos mode on. Only specific music has this feature but unless you switch to Dolby Atmos to Always On, you won’t be able to hear the clarity.
I have a tiny peanut head. Xm5s were too big. Bose always have been good for small headed women.
I think my head bigger than urs but I could put it on for hours and hours.
You just dont like Bose no bull shit bro.
I hate this pivot to touch and small buttons. I'm happy my quietcomfort 35 still works.
Garbage batery life as compared to skullcandy crusher anc 2. Which Is sad cause I want to love these but I have to charge all the time.
Very bad Headphones 😢I return it back.Waste of money
I just bought one. My only complain is if I want it hang on my neck, I have to get it off my head and turn it before I put it to my neck, to make the earpads flat.
Is there a way that the Bose connects to airplane TV monitors for travel?
Took me 10 minutes of using it to get used to the 2 side buttons and the capacitive touch area which you can slide on to work the volume and tap to change modes. I have a big head. Theres NO clamping pressure. I have used a gazillion different headphones over the years. I really have no idea what his guy is talking about. I can't take anyone seriously when they evaluate sound that goes up to 10 on bass and a -1 on treble. I mean, not even sure what to say about this review lol. smh
Hi! Thanks for sharing. I was sharing how it affected me and it's cool they work well for you. The ultras are great headphones but the tight fit is not an issue I made up. I strongly believe more and more people will talk about it. And my pt on the volume is that I can use it but when I'm in a rush or on my commute, you will get mixed up or miss the touch area. I know because that happened to me multiple times, everyday. Or how many times you press the Bluetooth button thinking it's the multi function button.
And try those settings! It was my recommendation when you listen with volume up.
I test headphones and other products live on camera nearly everyday
I had same experience as reviewer for me on iphone. It's more of a mid bass than a bass you can feel. I actually do +10 if I'm not using my boosted spotify EQ
The reviewer was spot on in my opinion.
I saw that EQ 💀💀
Does anyone else get funny sounds with every footstep you take wearing these?
Lost me at Joe Rogain… can’t take it seriously anymore