German electronics brand Blaupunkt, known for its wide range of audio devices and accessories, added the BTW300 Bass Buds to its portfolio of true wireless earbuds earlier this month. The 99-year-old company has managed to deliver the high-quality sound experience it promised, but has fallen far behind when it comes to experience-related features. Let’s break down the product details and find out if it’s a bargain at Rs 1,499.
The BTW300 Bass Buds are designed for a perfect in-ear fit to fit in the charging case, with excellent in-ear grip and what Blaupunkt calls a “German style statement.” Featuring an easy-to-grip metal-finished stem, these earbuds are sure to grab attention at first sight. Thanks to the excellent grip, the earbuds do a good job of isolating the user from the outside world, making them perfect for gamers and music lovers.
However, the design has its cons. The earbuds are lightweight, but not suitable for long periods of use at one time. This is because the buds create an almost airless packing in an attempt to accommodate environmental noise canceling (ENC) technology. Unlike some of its competitors, this product does not have a “feather-light” feel due to its slightly wider construction.
Moving on to the audio quality of the BTW300 Bass Buds, the experience can be measured in two main areas. The first is the device’s “Bass Demon Tech,” which makes a noticeable difference in bass levels, especially when you’re streaming electronic or metallic music. This option is suitable for users who
For voice calls, the earbuds support active environmental noise cancellation (ENC) feature to filter out background noise. However, while earbuds isolate you from your surroundings, be aware that they intrude into the space of the people around you. am. Audio leaks even at 40-50% volume scale.
When it comes to voice calls, earbuds work well for users by canceling out all the noise around them, but they’re useless because the built-in mic often delivers low, distorted audio to the person you’re talking to. There is no way to adjust the distance of the , so you may have to remove it during a call. Despite this, there is absolutely no delay in the audio during the activity. Video, voice calls, and music run in sync with connected devices.
What follows next is the earbuds performance led by two areas including battery life and touch responsiveness. Starting with battery backup and charging, the BTW300 Bass Buds stand firm in being a powerful source of playtime. The earbuds back up Blaupunkt’s claims of up to 40 hours of use on a full charge, but the device could last longer than that. 100.
In addition, the “TurboVolt” fast charging technology enables about 60 minutes of charging with 15 minutes of charging. Additionally, as a power saving feature, the earbuds will automatically shut down after 3 minutes if not paired with any device. Since this is a non-customizable feature, streaming is hampered by having to pull out the charging case to restart the earbuds every time they turn off (because the touch controls are unresponsive).
The final and arguably most problematic aspect of the earbuds are the touch controls, including the functionality and response time of the multifunction button. First, the touch sensor barely responds to commands, so I have to put the earbuds back in the case and reboot. While trying to change tracks, the earbuds activate the voice assistant. Either the right earbud is meant to be changed. Tracks or not responding at all. Only the play and pause functions work fine.
Furthermore, on the one hand, the earbuds do not respond to built-in actions, but can turn off when accidentally touched, or show a mixed response. There’s no consistency between how the earbuds work with regards. Sometimes the keys are too sensitive, making you fidget with the multifunction button that serves no purpose.
verdict
Given that the sole purpose of true wireless earbuds is to simplify the user’s audio streaming experience, Blaupunkt’s BTW300 Bass Buds fall short of expectations. Whatever the device offers in terms of audio quality and noise cancellation is negated by its inability to support basic features. Aside from long-lasting battery life and enhanced sound output, there is nothing that makes the BTW300 Bass Buds an attractive deal at Rs 1,499.
