Beats Solo3 Wireless Headphones (Grade A Refurbished)

I’ve been using the Beats Solo3 for a while now and I really like them. The design is sleek and comfortable for short to medium use. The battery life is amazing, I can go days without charging, and the fast charging feature is super convenient when I forget to plug them in. Sound-wise, they have that classic Beats bass-heavy vibe, which I personally enjoy for workouts and casual listening. They pair instantly with my iPhone, and the connection stays strong. Only downside: after a few hours, they can feel a little tight on the ears. But overall, great quality and worth it if you want wireless headphones with solid performance and style.

I ordered the Beats Solo3 in Gold at the end of January and have not regretted it! The ear cushions are soft and comfortable and the entire headset is lightweight and can easily be worn for extended periods of time with only the mild discomfort which I would expect from having something pressed against my ear continually. The gold color is tasteful and pretty, without crossing over to ostentatious. The battery life is excellent. I have yet to run the battery below 45% and have only plugged them into the charger three times sense purchasing them -- twice being when they were still around 65%. The wireless range is impressive, as well. I live mainly in an old 1910 house, so the thick walls tend to get in the way of most signals, but I can still get a good two rooms away before the interference is noticeable with these headphones. When I'm staying in a newer building, I can walk the dog down the street with the headphones playing music from a device still inside without any problems at all. Additionally, I love using them for phone calls with my iPhone. The quality of the sound and ease of use in this regard is far superior to any arrangement I have used previously, such as wired headphones/earbuds or the native speakers of my Apple devices. If I'm having to ask people to repeat what they said, I can usually solve the problem by switching to the headphones. Some people have told me that they hear a slight amount of echo or feedback when I'm speaking through them, but it has not been a problem or interfered with any calls. The setup with both my iPhone and my iPad was ridiculously simple and painless, just as advertised. It was slightly harder to use them with my 2014 MacBook Pro. The setup was no more complex than connecting to any other bluetooth device, but the quality of sound when playing music from the computer leaves much to be desired. Through my other devices, the music is very clear, well balanced (for my tastes), and allows me to hear new variances and nuances in even my most familiar songs. However, when they were connected to my computer, vocals and higher registers sound muted and muffled, and a high pitched distortion tone was inescapable. I tried changing the volume and the equalizers and could not resolve the issue. Again -- this does NOT happen when they are connected to any other device. The headphones do not have any trouble with other types of audio from the computer, either. I have used them for watching Netflix from this same laptop with no problem what so ever. Connecting the headphones to the computer with their wire bypassed the music issue, but mostly I just listen to music through my iPhone or iPad, anyway. I should also note, that I have not had problems with music in shows or movies, so it is possible that the issue has since resolved itself through some general computer update. In general, I have no problems with the sound quality of these headphones. As I said above, the music is very clear, well balanced (for my tastes), and I have heard new variances and nuances in even my most familiar songs. I have happily used them to listen to a wide range of the genres that have been popular and on the airwaves over the last 10-20 years, as well as swing and old musical music. Having researched rather thoroughly before purchasing, I was prepared for my classical to get the short end of the stick, but was surprised and delighted to hear my favorite Chopin, Beethoven, et al playing clearly and normally through these headphones. In summary, these attractive headphones excel for their ease of use, comfort, and battery life. Their sound quality and audio balance is all-purpose, working well beyond adequately for any type of music, as well as phone calls or movies.

The Beats Solo3 Wireless On-Ear Headphones offer a premium listening experience that combines outstanding sound quality, seamless connectivity, and all-day comfort. With the powerful Apple W1 Chip, these headphones provide a smooth and effortless connection to Apple devices, making them perfect for anyone within the Apple ecosystem. The W1 chip also ensures quick pairing, stable connectivity, and improved battery efficiency, allowing you to stay connected for longer. One of the standout features of the Beats Solo3 is its Class 1 Bluetooth technology, which ensures an extended wireless range and stronger, more stable connections, even in environments with potential interference. Whether you’re listening at home, at the gym, or on the go, you’ll enjoy uninterrupted audio with minimal dropouts. The sound quality is truly remarkable, delivering clear highs, rich mids, and deep bass that Beats is known for. Whether you're listening to music, podcasts, or taking calls, the sound is full and immersive, creating an enjoyable listening experience for any genre. Comfort is another key highlight of the Solo3 headphones. The on-ear design is lightweight and features adjustable, cushioned ear cups that provide a snug fit without causing discomfort, even during extended listening sessions. Plus, the headphones fold up for easy storage, making them perfect for travel. With up to 40 hours of battery life, the Beats Solo3 headphones are built for long listening sessions. And if you're running low on battery, just a 5-minute charge gives you 3 hours of playback, ensuring you're always ready to go. Overall, the Beats Solo3 Wireless On-Ear Headphones are an excellent choice for anyone seeking a high-quality, reliable, and stylish audio solution. Whether for work, play, or fitness, these headphones deliver top-notch performance and convenience, making them well worth the investment. Highly recommended for music lovers and Apple device users!

A lot of people always seem to nitpick about about the items that they purchase off of Amazon. They always talk about how the sound quality could have been better, they always somehow find a reason that they think it's good enough to complain about the comfortability. Here's what I think about the beats that I bought: They are one of the best headphones a person can ask for. I do not understand why people tend to complain about the comfortability when they have cushions for your ears. That's what's really important when it comes to wearing headphones that goes over your head. The sound quality is exactly what you would expect from a popular company. The sound quality is amazing along with the different colors that you can buy. When I first bought my headphones I had a question mark over my head because it wasn't turning on, but that was only because it needed to be charged. And that is the beauty of Beats Solo 3, if your headphones is dead, you can also still play music with the wires, just simply plug it in your phone and in your Beats. I do not know if it is just me because due to the fact that I lost my other pair of Beats it's been such a long time since I touched it let alone wear it, they do seem to feel fragile, all the more reason to place a warranty on an item that happens to feel fragile. Now the question that everybody seems to be asking is "is it true that it only takes about 5 minutes to charge the headphones completely, and is it true that the battery life last up to 40 hours." Well the answer depends on how much you use your headphones. There is 5 LED lights that indicates the percentage of your battery of the headphones. If the LED light is on the third light, that just means that you are at least 50 to 75% of battery life left so in other words, it would take a roughly 5 to 10 minutes to charge it which isn't bad. But ultimately it is pretty fast when it comes to charging headphones especially when it turns out to be Wireless. The volume button Works along with the pause and play button, the button that turns on the wireless headphones work. It even makes that musical noise when you are officially connected to your device, and it does it again when you turn it off. I am able to extend the headphones. I am able to fold them which is a definitely a must for me because when I am finished with my headphones for the day I usually fold them. In conclusion, if something happens to your headphone such as a shortage on the right or left side of the headphones, if you have a warranty all you have to do is just call Apple and they should be able to fix it either call Apple or whatever warranty you are affiliated with. In addition, if you have a computer or a laptop you should download this beat app where you able to update the headphones, I will not go into details but you could always look it up on your spare time. With that being said I'm giving this product and five star and whoever purchase it in the future, I can almost guarantee that you will enjoy what you bought. Not to mention that this was on sale because originally it was $300. Now in the beginning of my review I was talking about how people tend to nitpick and and complain about things that can be easily fixed. And I was very serious about that, they are the ones who bought the item off of Amazon if something happens to that item it doesn't take as much to file a complain and get a refund and get your money back after you give them back what has been broken. Since a lot of people gave it a one-star, I had to double think about me buying this. But when I purchased it it turns out to be great just as I was expecting, no issues to the point where I would want a refund. Oh and by the way, the true difference between Beats Solo 3 wireless and Studio 3 is that studio 3 have the ability to cancel out noise, solo 3 although you are able to increase your volume the point where you are not able to hear a single thing from the outside world, there is still a chance where despite your volume being all the way up the environment that is around you could be louder than your music. So it is not fully a noise cancellation headphones. But these headphones are beneficial for me because I'm not always in an environment that is loud enough to where I have to blast it up to 100. And this is where my review ends

Nice color , fast charge , noise canceling , very strong not easy to break , brought for my niece and she loves them

I am absolutely loving my Beats Solo 3 in Black! The color is a classic, sleek matte black that looks incredibly stylish and sophisticated. The iconic design is instantly recognizable and feels very comfortable for extended listening sessions. I've been impressed with the overall quality of these headphones. They feel solid and well-built, giving me confidence in their durability. I've tossed them in my bag countless times, and they still look and perform like new. While they don't boast active noise cancellation, the on-ear design does a surprisingly good job of passively blocking out a good amount of ambient noise, allowing me to really focus on my music or podcasts. Considering the stylish design, impressive sound quality, and evident durability, I genuinely feel these headphones offer excellent value for money. They're a fantastic all-around option for anyone looking for a reliable and great-sounding pair of wireless headphones. Highly recommended!

These are great headphones...and I say that from nearly 50 years of wearing these things for many years!! While they may be tight for some folks they can be a bit snug for others. Every beat and all the songs, from C&W to Classic 's will be heard clearly on these 'phones. Buy them if you can-----you won't be disappointed!!

i was a little worried at first because the reviews were negative but these fit perfectly and they are very comfortable the bass is loud.

Heads-up - this is a lengthy review - but when you are considering a headphone at this price you deserve as much review as you can get to help you decide! I will rate by topic so you can also focus on what is most important to you. Let's start with context. These are my first Beats headphones - wired or wireless. They are not of course my first wireless or wired headphones. I have several wireless headphones including Jabra Move and Jaybird BlueBuds X. I also have several wired headphones with my favorites being KEF M500 (on ear) and Oppo PM-2 (over ear). My sound preference in a headphone is crisp and clear highs and mids with a presence and "definition" of bass - but not over done. Yea, I'm not a bass-head. So here we go... WIRELESS (5 / 5): Right off the bat, this is where these headphone excel, and why I considered and bought them in the first place. They are by far the easiest bluetooth headphones I have used to pair and manage with multiple devices. This of course assumes you are very deep in the Apple eco-system - which I am. I use these headphones with an iPhone, iPad and MacBook. Initial pairing was simple and automatic with my iPhone - place it next to it, turned it on, hit accept and done. Then in seconds the headphone showed up in all my Apple devices! And switching between what device is connected and active is just as easy. I could never get previous wireless headphones I owned to play nice with multiple devices even though they supposedly supported this feature. One wireless headphone always went back and forth between my iPhone and iPad even when I was in the middle of listening to music on my iPhone. Not so with the Solo3! And the range and battery life are incredible. I have owned my Solo3 for over a week and I am still on the initial charge. So hands down wireless performance is the best feature of these headphones. COMFORT (4 / 5): The Solo3 is an on-ear headphone and for me they are actually quite comfortable. The leather pads are comfortable and seal well - though they are not as soft as the pads on my KEFs. But maybe they will soften over time. The "clamping" of the Solo3 is firm and keeps the headphones very stable during moderate activity but not so tight that they bother my ears at all. The headband liner is comfortable for me too - I don't seem to have the rubbing problem some people have mentioned. And the plastic construction (see again under quality) actually has one plus in that it keeps the headphones light. I almost don't notice they are on my head until... The good seal and firm/thick pads cause my ears to heat up after about 30 mins so I do have to take them off for short "cool-down" breaks. QUALITY (3 / 5): This is a hard one to judge short term so my rating here is certainly preliminary. Bottom line - admittedly there is a lot of plastic here. Yes, it is a plus under comfort as it keeps the headphones light. But when you get in to this price range you defiantly see more metals and leathers and less plastic. And some wired headphones I have are so solid they have lasted me over a decade! I am not sure I will be able to say that about these headphones. And a 1 year warranty is not very confident - some headphones starting at this price point offer up to 3 years. It would certainly inspire confidence if Beats backed these a bit more and made me feel like the plastic construction was solid and truly there for comfort (weight). That said its too early to bash longevity yet. SOUND (4 / 5): Ok now the final and most subjective topic - the sound quality. Recall my sound preference - not a bass-head. When I first heard about these headphones with the new wireless chip - I was interested because of all the hassles I had before with bluetooth headphones. But because they were Beats I struggled to decide to purchase or not. I have not owned Beats because Beats headphones I listened to in the past were definitely too much bass for me - thudding and muffled. But I decided to give it a try - I could always return them. They are not going back! The sound is actually a pleasant surprise. Yes, they are more bass then what I own now - but they sound more balanced then what I remember. You can hear good mids and highs - though they are certainly more reserved. And the spatial separation is very good - these give a full and well spaced sound that makes you feel like you are indeed in the middle of the studio or concert. They excel with more Rock then Classical, so there still is a place for my wired headphones, but I also don't feel like I have to sacrifice sound quality to get wireless convenience. OVERALL (4 / 5): Overall, these are very good wireless headphones - they are now my primary go to wireless headphones for sound quality and convenience across all my Apple devices - though I am keeping my set of wireless Jaybirds for intense workouts only. They are even what I turn to now over my wired headphones for most music/podcasts unless I want to immerse myself in some Acoustic, Classical or Jazz where I still prefer my wired options. Value is good - plastic to price ratio is not ideal - but it is offset by the wireless simplicity and sound. If you want a no-compromise wireless experience, you should at least consider these headphones.

Beats Solo3 Review from an Audiophile Apple is really doing it: they're taking a brand that has the dominant marketshare in the headphone marketplace despite having had subpar audio quality, and greatly improving it while adding groundbreaking features that will take the competition a year or two to catch up with. It's a bit of a genius proposition: purchase the most popular headphone brand that people buy solely for the branding and marketing despite abysmal audio quality, then rebrand it so that consumers are actually getting a quality product with innovative features. The Solo3 is a solid buy for most, even if its audio presentation isn't perfect. Design Appearance The matte black Solo3 I'm auditioning is classy and understated. They're stylish without screaming "Beats" in a gaudy way like they did in the past. Unfortunately though, the two glossy options do cheapen the design. The rest of the options, particularly rose gold, are tastefully done. Build quality Despite being lightweight, the Solo3 manages to feel substantial. There is no flexing, and the headband seems reasonably reinforced. The earcups do rattle, but they also swivel for a better fit so it's a fair trade-off. Comfort/fit Plush leather earpads make the Solo3 more comfortable than anticipated, while also being softer than expected making the Solo3 feel more like a cushion pressed against the ears. Very surprisingly they're the most comfortable pair of headphones I own, even more so than the huge ATH-700 with its velour pads. Perfect for glasses wearers as the earpads can be adjusted in a manner that's completely unaffected by frames. The headband is also soft and grippy enough that the Solo3 will stay in place no matter what. For the purpose of this review I can shake my head in any direction and the headband won't move, which makes it reassuring for use at the gym or for a run. They're a rare combination of being on-ear, comfortable, and fixed on the head. My ears can tend to get red and burn a bit after having these on for a while, but the pain is mostly felt after the fact and I'm working on adjusting the fit to prevent this. On the plus side, I can wear these longer than my other headphones with less pain. Isolation is excellent as well considering there is no active noise cancellation. (I dislike ANC anyway as it can muck up the sound and waste battery life.) At around 60-70% volume the outside world can be mostly blocked out, at least enough so that speech is completely inaudible. Bonus: even the driver (the part that emits sound) is padded better than I've ever seen, if you have extremely small ears then you're in for a treat. They really thought over the comfort design of these headphones. Packaging Premium Apple unboxing experience reminiscent of any other Apple product, with a bit more flair. The single complaint I have is that the included carrying case could be a tad more padded and premium. Sound Beats' Sound Signature This is where the review gets a little less glowing, though bear with me. I'm an audiophile, I've studied to a greater extent than I'd care to admit what makes for good sound. These aren't the type of headphones where a listener is going to hear every little detail in a song, but that's okay for listeners who haven't owned a better pair of headphones before; for better or worse, the mass market may not notice the flaws in the Solo3's sound. The sound signature is a colored Beats presentation with a massive low-end accentuation, forward mids, and a very laid-back treble. But you know what? Apple's Beats sound signature is exciting, fun, and sounds good with most modern music. Mids are nicely present, so voices and guitars will still be front-and-center alongside the bass. Some songs do sound off, and no amount of EQ is going to fix those that do. Nowhere else are you going to find such an accentuated bass with forward mids, but the faults are glaring: Issues The problem is the bass and and treble aren't accurate. Not even the bass is going to sound as it was intended to by the sound producer, and some drums have a bloated if not addictive-at-times sound that makes drum kits lose their detail. If you're going to be listening to music with mostly real instruments and no modern production, the Solo3 may not be the best option. However, the bass is mostly fine though it is accentuated and loses a bit of detail in the process. The low-end also bleeds into the mids a bit too much, which causes some details like a guitar in the background to potentially be lost. What needs finer tuning is the treble. Cymbals that have a fine detail on a pair of better-tuned headphones can be reduced to sounding more like a hip-hop "ticking" sound. The treble is frankly abysmal. I don't mind it being so laid-back but good treble needs to retain its detail. There is a positive to having such a lacking treble, and that is that there's less listening fatigue. Perhaps Beats was looking out for its customers who listen to these loudly, as the lack of higher frequencies make it possible to listen to these loudly longer. Bottom-line HEY, TIM, APPLE, DR. DRE, AND JIMMY IOVINE: THE SOLO SERIES COULD SOUND FANTASTIC IF YOU FIGURE OUT A WAY TO RETAIN THE BEATS SOUND SIGNATURE (ACCENTUATED LOW-END) WHILE STILL HAVING A DETAILED BASS AND TREBLE. KEEP THE TREBLE LOWER THAN THE OTHER FREQUENCIES, BUT ACTUALLY MAKE CYMBALS SOUND LIKE THEY'RE SUPPOSED TO. These aren't for analytical listening, but for enjoyment they work well with most songs and genres. While most songs aren't going to sound exactly as they were intended, I'd recommend auditioning these yourself to see if it suits your personal music taste if you do listen to modern music (pop, hip-hop, EDM) alongside a mix of other genres. W1, baby Wireless Connectivity Works as well (better in my book since there's no cable noise... or wire) as using a wired headphone with an iPhone. Pairs instantly out-of-the-box. Pressing the button on the Solo3 while it's unpaired will connect it to a modern iPhone/iPad seamlessly within two seconds. 2012 Retina MacBook Pro is a bit more hit-and-miss as it can tend not to show up as an immediately connectable option, though I'll look into that. Rock-solid connection though. I can move to another room and experience no cutting out. I was also able to watch an episode of Halt and Catch Fire with no lag and perfectly in-sync audio. Side note: The Solo3 are excellent for watching movies/TV; the soundstage is precise, and not too wide or closed-in, so it provides a great surround experience that brings background details to the surface as well or better than my open-back Audio Technica ATH-700. Meanwhile the accentuated bass brings a subwoofer-like excitement to movies while voices are crystal-clear. Wireless Quality Apple worked some DAC magic into the Solo3 as they sound as good or better than they do using a wired connection. Oddly enough, I do find an extra bit of clarity using them with an iPhone 6s Plus than I do using them with a 2012 Retina MacBook Pro; it seems they both use AAC to transmit to the Solo3 but the iPhone's Bluetooth is 4.2 vs 4.0. However's there no need for ever using them wired: Battery Life It lasts as long as advertised. 40+ hours of battery plus ultra-quick charging. Conclusion Apple has managed to create the first practical wireless headphone on the market, lasting long enough to only need to be charged under a handful of times a month while also having best-in-class wireless functionality. All in an understated lightweight design that's portable enough to go anywhere and comfortable enough to wear for long periods. They put it under the Beats branding, which means a fun sound that lacks clarity particularly in the high-end. However, the Solo3 is the first very good headphone from Beats (with the first two good headphones being the Solo2 and the Studio 2.0). This gives me hope for the future of where Apple will take Beats, as they're already proving their worth and the future of the brand by releasing a headphone with groundbreaking features. If the Solo4 can greatly improve upon the detail of the sound quality while retaining Beats' signature fun sound, it could be an all-around winner. For now the Solo3 gets my recommendation for being a very practical daily driver wireless headphone. There aren't any other wireless headphones I'd recommend more as a daily driver, thanks mostly to the benefits of the W1 chip and portable design. Audiophiles: The sound signature of the Solo3 is unique and pleasant despite lacking clarity in the bass and treble, though it isn't isn't an unlistenable experience like the old Beats by Dre. If you find value in the features of the Solo3, these could be a fun portable pair of headphones perfect for casual listening or the gym. Would I have bought the Solo3 if they were wired headphones? No. But the trade-off of some clarity is worth it for what the Solo3 does bring to the table, and the fun sound isn't unpleasant. In fact, I'm growing to like it and would be completely satisfied if they figure out a way to improve clarity without losing the addictive sound signature in future iterations.