CreativeAurvana Ace with xMEMS Driver, Lightweight True Wireless Sweatproof in-Ears with Bluetooth LE Audio, aptX Adaptive, AAC, ANC, Ambient Mode, IPX5, Up to 24 Hours Battery Life

I was impressed with the sound quality as compared with the budget earbuds I was using before. I played several tracks and did a head to head comparison with my budget earbuds, the difference in sound quality was far greater than I expected. For example at the beginning of the Spoon track Don't You Evah there is some whispered banter going on between two band members, with the budget earbuds this is muddled and inaudible, with the Aurvana's it is crystal clear and every word can be heard. Amazing. Then the deep bass line kicks in, on the budget earbuds this sounded bloated and flabby, with the Aurvana's it was tight, punchy and accurate. I was skeptical that earbuds at this price could sound so good, consider me convinced now. These are the real deal and a great bang for the buck.Update 3/5/2024 Having used these earbuds for several weeks I have some additional comments. No complaints with the earbuds, they function perfectly and the overall audio quality remains fantastic. I replaced the supplied tips with Comply T-500 Memory Foam tips which provide a much better fit and are way more comfortable. I also purchased a Creative BT-W5 dongle which I would recommend if you are an audiophile or a person who likes to listen to music streamed from their PC . I have a Qobuz subscription and once my Aurvana's were paired to the BT-W5 I can stream music from my Windows 11 PC using the high resolution(24-bit / 96 kHz) aptX bluetooth codec for much improved audio quality.

While these wireless earbuds are priced towards the lower-middle end of the spectrum, these earbuds offer a ludicrously high level of sound quality for how much they're worth. Soundguys weren't kidding about the sound quality on this pair. The out of the box sound is decent off the bat, and you will have to download the Creative app and spend some time tweaking the EQ in order to bring out what the earbuds are truly capable of. But even having an EQ tweaking setting at this low price, and one so fleshed out, customizable, and impactful on the sound quality at that, makes these earbuds an insane value.In all other aspects, they are fairly standard in build quality, durability, battery life, and fit (fits similar to an airpods pro gen 1). Multipoint connection is standard and works almost all of the time. The active noise cancelling and transparency mode is decent and gets the job done. The surprisingly great sound quality more that makes up for these other features though.Summary: Some of the best sounding and most customizable EQ wireless earbuds on the market, at a great price point.This review will be changed if anything changes in the near future.

These earphones have great sound quality but the software and the app aren't up to scratch. They would connect to my phone in LE mode by default, this setting remained the same for phone calls which caused issues as the mic would get cut off from time to time.I'm returning them because the left earbud refuses to work with my computer unless the right earbud is in the case when it is closed. This happens because it default to LE audio over there as well. This is unacceptable for earphones costing over $100 especially when multipoint functionality is advertised. They also wouldn't reconnect to the computer after being put back into the case.

3 WEEK UPDATE: Still love the headphones, the double flange buds are a must.The one big thing: the left earbud fits a tad cnot thight" so when fumbling the case in the bag it stops charging and connects to phone unadverted. Couldn't bother sending back for warranty (their service is awesome I've used it before), just added a small piece of electrical tape to make it snug, works great now.Lets start by saying I really like Creative Labs products (I may be biased), having said that I try to be as objective as possible and I don't consider myself a "go with the trend" buyer.I have been using the old Creative Labs OUTLIER AIR V3 - visual/size comparison in the last picture; the V3 sound really good, and the ANC is awesome in them. The new AURVANA ACE sound much better, but there are a few asterisks about that comment. let me expand:SHORT REVIEW:- Better sound- Good enough battery- Pocket friendly size- Design isn't the best but not a deterrent (I do recommend double flanged buds)- Sound output is lower, i.e.: old earbuds I used in 5-6 volume level and was loud enough, ACE I have to set to 10-12 (all out of 50 on my phone) but it is an irrelevant factor for meLONG REVIEW:- Aurvana came with a single flange buds, they didn't quite seal in the ear canal, but I bought the JNSA double flange buds, they improved seal and "stay in place"ness. I use the ACE while on rowing machine and while doing weights and hardly any displacement/movement in the canal.- ANC works good enough but not as good as in the V3, when using the V3 and ANC to max I wouldn't hear the seat of the rowing machine sliding, with the ACE in same setting I hear enough to know the seat is sliding but not enough to bother me. The V3 were awesome drowning engine sound during flights, haven't tried the ACE on flights yet but almost certain it will be "less good" but not bad.- Sound: this is where the ACE starts lapping the V3, XMEME technology aside, they sound better, clearer sounds and you can separate the instruments during songs - less sound aberration; may not be perfect but compared to AIRPODS, Sony's in ear and over ear, and some JVC's they are way better. I listen to almost anything, mainly classic rock: Rush, Iron Maiden, Black Sabbath, Led Zeppelin, The Doors, Pink Floyd, Beethoven, Beastie Boys, Miles Davis, B B King, Cat Empire, Fabulosos Cadillacs.... etc. and I can say the bass strings sound more "separate" from drums, and I've heard some notes/instruments I hadn't heard before - be it not revolutionary but I do think they are superior to the V3.- Battery: I get some 4 hours straight of music, get some 30% battery left. The case handles 3 total charges.- Size of case is waaaay more convenient and pocket friendly.- Earbud design: its not bad but im not a fan of the "stick" design, I would've preferred a V3 like design with the new drivers (10mm drivers are so much better).