Beyerdynamic is making a renewed push into the consumer headphone space. While the company had previously released consumer-focused headphones, those efforts seemed to slow down. However, at the consumer electronics show IFA 2024, Beyerdynamic unveiled several new models that signal a comeback. Based on early impressions, these new offerings – the Aventho 300 over-ear headphones and the Amiron 300 wireless earbuds – look ready to compete.
The Aventho 300 headphones are Beyerdynamic’s answer to competitors like Sony’s WH-1000XM5 and Bose’s QuietComfort Ultra headphones. The design appears to blend elements from both, featuring earcups reminiscent of the WH-1000XM5 and a frame similar to the QuietComfort Ultra. The result is a sleek, premium look that consumers appreciate, especially given the lightweight build.
Naturally, in this price range, features are key. Beyerdynamic promises that the Aventho 300 supports all the expected features you would expect in 2024, including Bluetooth Multipoint, app integration with a five-band EQ, and active noise cancellation.
But Beyerdynamic goes beyond the basics. One standout feature is the impressive 50-hour battery life with noise cancellation enabled. Sound quality is another area where Beyerdynamic shines. In a brief hands-on test at IFA, I found the headphones delivered a balanced frequency response. However, more extensive testing would be needed to determine whether they outperform other top-tier models. The headphones also support a wide range of audio codecs, including AAC, LE Audio, aptX Adaptive, and aptX Lossless.
The Beyerdynamic Amiron 300 wireless earbuds also offer an impressive feature set in a compact, lightweight design. They sport a traditional earbud style without a stem and are powered by 10mm drivers, promising superior audio quality compared to many competitors. Unfortunately, I wasn’t able to test them in person at IFA.
Battery life is another area where the Amiron 300 excels. The earbuds offer 10 hours of continuous playback, with a total of 38 hours when using the charging case. Like the Aventho 300, they work with Beyerdynamic’s companion app. While their design is sleek, I personally tend to prefer stemmed earbuds for more intuitive controls and improved balance in the ears.
Beyerdynamic plans to release both designs in October, with the Aventho 300 headphones coming in at $399.99 and the Amiron 300 earbuds priced at $279.99. For more information, visit beyerdynamic.com.
