Introduction
The AKG Y500 headphones are a modern marvel. They promise to deliver high-quality sound in a compact, wireless design that suits music lovers on the move. Let’s explore how they perform.
Design and Comfort
- Lightweight and comfortable on the ears.
- Foldable design for easy portability.
- Ear cushions offer a snug fit for extended listening.
The AKG Y500 headphones are comfy and easy to take with you. They’re light and can be folded up, so you can carry them anywhere. Plus, they fit nicely on your ears, great for listening for a long time.
Sound Quality
- Crisp and clear audio output.
- Balanced bass and treble.
- Noise-cancelling capabilities enhance the listening experience.
The sound quality of the AKG Y500 is impressive. The audio is crisp and balanced, offering a delightful listening experience. The noise-cancelling feature further elevates the quality, immersing you in your music.
Battery Life and Connectivity
- Long-lasting battery, up to 33 hours.
- Quick charging feature (5 minutes for one hour of playback).
- Bluetooth connectivity for seamless pairing.
The battery life is exceptional, lasting up to 33 hours on a single charge. Additionally, the quick charging feature is handy, giving an hour of playback with just 5 minutes of charging. The Bluetooth connectivity ensures effortless pairing with devices.
Controls and Functionality
- Intuitive controls for volume and playback.
- Ambient Aware mode for external sound awareness.
- Voice command support with compatible devices.
The buttons on the headphones are easy to use and let you quickly change the volume and playback. You can use the Ambient Aware mode to stay aware of what’s happening around you. If your devices support it, you can also use voice commands, which makes things even more convenient.
Pros
- Exceptional sound quality.
- Comfortable and portable design.
- Long battery life with quick charging feature.
- User-friendly controls and functionalities.
Cons
- Limited color options.
- Ear cushions might get warm after extended use.
Conclusion
The AKG Y500 headphones are a fantastic choice for music enthusiasts. With their excellent sound quality, comfort, and long battery life, they’re a great companion for daily commutes or long listening sessions.
Matt LeFevers –
I spent a lot of time researching bluetooth headphones and looking for a clear front-runner; to no avail, since there seems to be no consensus on the best ones and what gets a five-star rating on one site, another reviewer utterly hates. I ultimately took a plunge on these for no other reason than that as an audio engineer I’m familiar with AKG and trust them to make good stuff.These are seriously so great.The ear pads are cushy and soft, and even though they don’t have active noise cancellation technology, the mere fact of having the plush ear pads pressing onto my ears provides a fair amount of isolation. The headband is comfortable and adjustable, even for my giant head. The controls are straightforward and took very little time to become second nature. They fold up quite small for transport in the little bag they come with.Music sounds stunning on these, they have a rich full low end without having the kind of dumb overhyped bass response that some consumer headphones do. The mids and highs are clear, and overall they seem to reflect a pretty balanced representation of a sound source, without any odd peaks or exaggerations that I could detect. I listened to an album that I had painstakingly mixed myself (and was therefore intimately familiar with the sound of) and it sounded deep and full and accurate. Podcasts sound a little thinner in some cases, I’m guessing because the high quality headphones are shining a spotlight on the varying production quality different podcasts have. Some sound great on these and some sound a little weak and treble-y. I didn’t notice this difference as much on my cheap earbuds before.As far as Bluetooth adaptability goes, they paired with my iPhone immediately and with hardly any effort on my part, and have never come un-paired. My desktop computer wasn’t Bluetooth-capable so I had to add an adapter dongle, and that’s occasionally given me some hiccups but nothing I couldn’t sort out by turning the headphones off and then back on again. What I was most impressed by is their ability to jump back and forth between two separate Bluetooth sources – I can be listening to my computer, hit play on my phone, and within a few seconds the headphones ‘hop’ over to the new thing. Fancy.If there is anything that irritates me about these – and I’m reaching to find something – the beep they make when they turn on or successfully pair with a source is strangely loud. Within a couple of uses I had developed a routine where I pick them up, turn them on, and continue holding them in my hands until I hear those two beeps, * then * put them on my head. Easy fix, but not sure why that beep is so obnoxious.Other than that one nitpick, these are meeting and exceeding my expectations. These are a joy to use. I carry them with me everywhere, they’re my new sidekick.
Maria –
So I haven’t used these extensively yet. I tried them out a bit to see how they work.They sit firmly on the ears but soft enough to not hurt, very padded like memory foam. Again, I haven’t used it long enough but that was the impression I got after putting them on. They do drown out outside noise such as my loud fan, there is an ambient feature in case you actually want to pay attention to your surroundings and not get hit by a car. It does work, the volume lowers very noticeably and you are able to hear my loud fan again. I would have to test this out in a louder location but hey, Rona so 🤷.They are very bendable which is a plus for me to be able to fit in my bag. The headband part has a small softer layer underneath to not hurt the top of your head and each ear is designated R & L.The adjustable headband piece seems to move too easily to stay in place but once on your head, it isn’t a problem. There are also numbered tick marks on the adjustable exposed metal to not keep you guessing whether each side is extended evenly so that’s a plus.Sound is nice and crisp. At the loudest level it can almost hurt my ears which is honestly what I want when I’m really feeling my music. I also appreciate the toggle button for volume, instead of two different buttons to increase & decrease volume. Makes it easier to know which one I’m selecting. Sometimes, depending on the track, the bass can over power the vocals but I’m fine with that and it only occurs with some songs, its not a disappointment, just something I wanted to point out. It could also depend on the source the music is coming from as well.The pause/play feature works almost perfectly but sometimes it does continue to play after taking them off to place on the table, not a big deal idc. It works perfectly when taking them off to place around your neck though. There is a 2-second delay. You can disable this feature as well, it’s in the provided instructions booklet.There is a charging cable included as well as a detachable audio cable with built-in mic. The headphones also have an answer/end call button.It has multipoint connection for those who want to connect to two devices. Ex: those who want to connect to a separate bluetooth device for music and connect to their phone to answer calls.
Zeke –
I like these because of the ease of access and foldable design. I wish it could be updated and had app capability. Other than that they are really nice and pretty cool
dallas chamberlin –
To begin, what I received was obviously open-box, so beware. Otherwise, delivery was quick and the set is in good shape.I find them uncomfortable to wear due to the odd size of the cups. It’s like they went for something between buds and on-ear, and I’m constantly nudging them back into place as they pull forward. Different people may have different experiences, though. I have also been experiencing trouble with the auto-pause. Sometimes it doesn’t work when I remove the headphones, sometimes it stops while they are on my head. This could be related to the open-box issue.Where I am really let down is the sound, which can best be described as scooped. Heavily. There is nearly no mid-range present. Forget about any guitar-based music; you won’t be hearing much of them. Bass sounds disappear if they move up too many notes, so even electronic music isn’t safe. I feel I’m using a lesser consumer brand, which I guess is what these are, just with a high-end marque printed on the side.
R –
It’s GoodI’m very pleased with my Y500. No issues with Bluetooth connection, controls are in the right place when you’ve figured it out and it packs away in a nice pouch when not in use. I believe a source device has some influence on the sound output and so far I’m very happy with what I get from either my mobile tablet, TV or hifi. Excellent, quality product.
Alejandro León –
Es buen audífono, su colectividad es muy fácil de usar.No me gustó que manejan aún entrada micro usbDebería ser tipo C
Mauricio Diaz –
Buenos acabados y muy bonitos Muy buenos acabados y materiales, sonido de calidad aunque podría ser un poco más potente, botones intuitivos para subir y bajar volumen y adelantar canción. En mi caso NO ME FUNCIONA REGRESAR A OTRA CANCIÓN ya que tienes que dejar más de 2 segundos y solo regresa al principio de la misma que estás escuchando, esto en Spotify.Me gusta el botón que tiene para bajar rápidamente la música y escuchar el ambiente, aunque suena algo brusco la señal al activarlo.
Darío –
buena calidad. AutopauseMuy buena calidad de materiales, buena calidad de audio, botones cómodos, se conecta rápido. el sonido ambiental no me parece de gran ayuda y el sonido que emiten al activarlo me es un poco molesto.el autopause es una función útil aunque se activa de la nada, probablemente sea una falla del mio.
A –
Not the best sound but still worth it+ Very comfortable+ Premium build quality+ Long lasting battery+ Stylish- Not the best sound for the price- Mini AUX cable instead of regular- Pause automation rarely works as intended