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I have these, and 3 pros too. The way to get the most from Soundcore buds, when setting up the ID sound test, is to say " No" when prompted, when you can only just hear the beep. I did this, after numerous attempts, and it's so much better. Guess it tricks the app settings? Not an expert, but it definitely improves the sound at all levels
@@AlexMnl when you set up the hear I.D When you can hear the very feint sound, instead of saying Yes you can hear it, say No. If may take 3 or 4 tries, but I did this, and it seemed to give a louder richer sound
@@josehaya6362 tbh, they're both brilliant for such a low price, but the 4s are now my daily buds. More comfortable, and I think the overall sound, is that little bit better. Just my opinion though. 👍🏻
The verdict was a little odd. On screen it would appear that the Liberty 4 NC is the better choice, not the A40. I don't know how the microphones were recorded but they so sound good, even compared above the price range. In reality the main thing when choosing between the Liberty 4 NC and the A40 is your personal preference for stem-styled or in-ear TWS. If you don't want to stomach the $99 retail price they often go on sale for $20 less. I got mine on Amazon for $79, an absolute bargain, worth getting.
Props for another great approachable review from the rtings team. On a new channel that is aimed at audio products. Abby always perfect delivery. I think this is the final straw, looks like you guy's got another insider.
Tried both Liberty 4 NC and a40. Preferred Liberty 4 NC, more comfortable, have noticibly better sound and a much more room for higher volumes, as I like sometimes. Maybe I am a person that prefers the stem version, and that´s it (sometimes need to take off quickly and with stem version is a lot more easily)
I am with you there. I don't normally like stem-styled earbuds but the Liberty 4 NC are comfortable and even moderate volumes (less than 60%) sound is impressive; especially after customizing the personalized EQ from the app. I do disagree with her on the microphones, I have had compliments on how clear my voice sounds on phone calls and are impressed when they find out it is from earbuds.
Bought it on sale for $79, and it was the best audio device I've purchased in 2023. Apart from the ear tips that did get me ear scratching sometimes, the Liberty 4 NC is a solid yes.
I bought these a week ago and they're awesome but I hate the case. When I press the button my finger always stops it from over there constantly. Other than that they're badass noise cancellation is really really good
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In your sound chart at what volume are those results for? Because people hear different parts of the frequency more or less depending on the volume, so a "balanced" sound at a high volume will be thin and lacking bass at a low volume. How is that accounted for? There are people who listen at max volume and more sane people who listen with only enough volume to hear the music clearly, which person is your chart for?
Not really. There’s compensation at low and high volume. It is dynamic and change with volume. Almost every audio product has some nowadays. It would otherwise make low volume sound like shit and same for high volume sound.
That is a good question. We run our testing at 100db and 90dB. If we were to run the Sine Sweep at different dB levels, the FR would not change since you are referring to changes in Loudness (perception of sound in our ears). Currently, we do not account for the Equal Loudness Contour in our testing, but producers/engineers mix and produce with this in mind. Also, some manufacturers implement features to Raise or Lower the Bass and Treble Response of the headphones depending on the listening volume to migrate the Equal Loudness Contour effect and, in doing so, encourage users to listen at lower volumes. For example, the Airpods Pro Gen 2 uses the H2 chip to change the Bass and Treble range so that the perceived sound pressure sounds the same at all listening volumes at lower levels. In this case, we could measure the differences in Frequency at different levels on our testing head.
the main problem are the eartips and the ANC. The second one it’s not due to the quality but that sound you can hear when turn on the adaptative mode or transparency mode. It’s like a very annoying white sound. It sounds when the adaptative sound works, i don’t know to explain but it’s really bother me. And the eartips are very uncomfortable, they makes me a headache often and the make my ears itch. I’ve tested the airpods pro, nothing ear and other TWS and they are the only ones this happen.
Is there an app or soundcore program of some sort that I can put on my pc or is the one that I have downloaded to my phone the only such this available? I hope this makes sense
If you think the microphones of these Liberty 4 NC are bad, it means that those of the Airpod Pro 2 are unusable, because from my experience, they are much better than the Airpod Pro 2 in phone call, especially in noisy environments 🤷🏽♂️
Hello, thanks for the review! My 1 more comfo buds pro broke, and I just got this Soundcore Liberty 4NC, but got some questions with voice assistant, please see if you can help... I use a Samsung S21 FE. I set the 4NC controls to tap and activate google assistant, but there is no prompt sound. And when I use Google Assistant to make a phone call, it says I have to unlock the phone first. I didn't have these issues with the 1 more comfo, do you know how to set these 2 items? Many thanks!
Hi there, Yes, these buds support mono mode. However, there was a user report that their unit doesn't switch to mono mode when only one bud is in use. We didn't encounter this with the unit we purchase, but if you have an issue with your own, you should contact Anker directly.
@@RTINGScomAudio yes the sound core liberty 4 nc slaunched in june 2023 I think and review took 7 months 🤡 should i wait for another 7 months for OnePlus buds 3 atleast provide details in site , 🤖Tip for OnePlus test/ provide latency results in different environments (different phones) some OnePlus buds provide different results in external environment use it with (Xiaomi, Samsung, nothing, iphone etc)👾
These are really good but the touch controls are AWFUL. you have to tap on exactly the right place and the volume control is possible but awful implementation whether you register it for taps or hold
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Get the Anker Soundcore Liberty 4 NC: www.rtings.com/afflink/AcMAAJ95AAA=
Other earbuds mentioned:
Anker Soundcore Space A40 Truly Wireless: www.rtings.com/afflink/AcMAAIglAAA=
I have these, and 3 pros too. The way to get the most from Soundcore buds, when setting up the ID sound test, is to say " No" when prompted, when you can only just hear the beep. I did this, after numerous attempts, and it's so much better. Guess it tricks the app settings? Not an expert, but it definitely improves the sound at all levels
Hello, can you please explain better what you mean. I want to try it but i am not sure i understood right. Thanks in advance
@@AlexMnl when you set up the hear I.D When you can hear the very feint sound, instead of saying Yes you can hear it, say No. If may take 3 or 4 tries, but I did this, and it seemed to give a louder richer sound
@@aAnd67 got it. Thanks again
Which one is better? Can’t decide!
@@josehaya6362 tbh, they're both brilliant for such a low price, but the 4s are now my daily buds. More comfortable, and I think the overall sound, is that little bit better. Just my opinion though. 👍🏻
The verdict was a little odd. On screen it would appear that the Liberty 4 NC is the better choice, not the A40. I don't know how the microphones were recorded but they so sound good, even compared above the price range. In reality the main thing when choosing between the Liberty 4 NC and the A40 is your personal preference for stem-styled or in-ear TWS. If you don't want to stomach the $99 retail price they often go on sale for $20 less. I got mine on Amazon for $79, an absolute bargain, worth getting.
As had all kinds of wireless headphones and honestly these are probably the best ones I've had in awhile. So much so I bought an extra pair
Props for another great approachable review from the rtings team. On a new channel that is aimed at audio products. Abby always perfect delivery. I think this is the final straw, looks like you guy's got another insider.
@5:12 the A40 have better noise isolation?! What?! I tested both, and noise isolation on 4 NC is noticeable better than on the A40!!
Tried both Liberty 4 NC and a40. Preferred Liberty 4 NC, more comfortable, have noticibly better sound and a much more room for higher volumes, as I like sometimes. Maybe I am a person that prefers the stem version, and that´s it (sometimes need to take off quickly and with stem version is a lot more easily)
I am with you there. I don't normally like stem-styled earbuds but the Liberty 4 NC are comfortable and even moderate volumes (less than 60%) sound is impressive; especially after customizing the personalized EQ from the app. I do disagree with her on the microphones, I have had compliments on how clear my voice sounds on phone calls and are impressed when they find out it is from earbuds.
4:06 - Some competitors claim to surpass up to 40db. Are the 24-25db enough? How they compare to others?
Bought it on sale for $79, and it was the best audio device I've purchased in 2023. Apart from the ear tips that did get me ear scratching sometimes, the Liberty 4 NC is a solid yes.
Hey does these earbuds support Mono mode?
@@sonitasom2532 Yes. You can use one earbud at a time.
Tnxs a lot for the Review! 🎉
Our pleasure! 😄
How i never seen this channel😮
I bought these a week ago and they're awesome but I hate the case. When I press the button my finger always stops it from over there constantly. Other than that they're badass noise cancellation is really really good
Other than that THEIR badass noise cancellation is really really good
GOOD review but not great, not enough was said about the sound signature, volume levels and how that changes after using the EQ's.
Thanks for the feedback, we appreciate you sharing your thoughts with us. We're always looking for ways to improve, so we'll be sure to keep this in mind for future videos/reviews!
Love my pair of liberty 4nc
In your sound chart at what volume are those results for? Because people hear different parts of the frequency more or less depending on the volume, so a "balanced" sound at a high volume will be thin and lacking bass at a low volume. How is that accounted for? There are people who listen at max volume and more sane people who listen with only enough volume to hear the music clearly, which person is your chart for?
Not really. There’s compensation at low and high volume. It is dynamic and change with volume. Almost every audio product has some nowadays. It would otherwise make low volume sound like shit and same for high volume sound.
That is a good question. We run our testing at 100db and 90dB. If we were to run the Sine Sweep at different dB levels, the FR would not change since you are referring to changes in Loudness (perception of sound in our ears).
Currently, we do not account for the Equal Loudness Contour in our testing, but producers/engineers mix and produce with this in mind.
Also, some manufacturers implement features to Raise or Lower the Bass and Treble Response of the headphones depending on the listening volume to migrate the Equal Loudness Contour effect and, in doing so, encourage users to listen at lower volumes.
For example, the Airpods Pro Gen 2 uses the H2 chip to change the Bass and Treble range so that the perceived sound pressure sounds the same at all listening volumes at lower levels. In this case, we could measure the differences in Frequency at different levels on our testing head.
My major concern is the call quality with ANC on
the main problem are the eartips and the ANC. The second one it’s not due to the quality but that sound you can hear when turn on the adaptative mode or transparency mode. It’s like a very annoying white sound. It sounds when the adaptative sound works, i don’t know to explain but it’s really bother me. And the eartips are very uncomfortable, they makes me a headache often and the make my ears itch. I’ve tested the airpods pro, nothing ear and other TWS and they are the only ones this happen.
Is there an app or soundcore program of some sort that I can put on my pc or is the one that I have downloaded to my phone the only such this available? I hope this makes sense
you should do comparison between the mid range budget friendly buds ...like oneplus, oppo ,realme and many more
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If you think the microphones of these Liberty 4 NC are bad, it means that those of the Airpod Pro 2 are unusable, because from my experience, they are much better than the Airpod Pro 2 in phone call, especially in noisy environments 🤷🏽♂️
Hello, thanks for the review! My 1 more comfo buds pro broke, and I just got this Soundcore Liberty 4NC, but got some questions with voice assistant, please see if you can help... I use a Samsung S21 FE. I set the 4NC controls to tap and activate google assistant, but there is no prompt sound. And when I use Google Assistant to make a phone call, it says I have to unlock the phone first.
I didn't have these issues with the 1 more comfo, do you know how to set these 2 items?
Many thanks!
Does mono mode work on your Soundcore Liberty 4 NC?
Hi there,
Yes, these buds support mono mode. However, there was a user report that their unit doesn't switch to mono mode when only one bud is in use. We didn't encounter this with the unit we purchase, but if you have an issue with your own, you should contact Anker directly.
Cheap Proprietary tips, be aware no tip rolling. Returned my pair after trying to find alternative tips and could not.
A very good review, thank you !
Thank you for watching! Glad you enjoyed the review! 😄
Can nearby people hear the audio at high volume? sorry for my english
No
Must compare it with OnePlus buds 3
They've just arrived at our lab! We'll begin testing them soon and we'll hopefully have a review out not too long after!
@@RTINGScomAudio yes the sound core liberty 4 nc slaunched in june 2023 I think and review took 7 months 🤡 should i wait for another 7 months for OnePlus buds 3 atleast provide details in site ,
🤖Tip for OnePlus test/ provide latency results in different environments (different phones) some OnePlus buds provide different results in external environment use it with (Xiaomi, Samsung, nothing, iphone etc)👾
Also with the Liberty 4 Pro
Do you test game mode?
These are really good but the touch controls are AWFUL. you have to tap on exactly the right place and the volume control is possible but awful implementation whether you register it for taps or hold
If for battery ur rating is 7.8 then i think u will give 5 rating to apple airpods
Freebuds 5i better or liberty 4nc ???
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