Westone UM2 headphones are high-end. The $270 price tag that comes with it can be off-putting to some people. However, for true audiophiles, these headphones are excellently priced for their features. Westone has been in the audio business for over 40 years and it’s clear they learned a few tricks to make your audio experience the best it can be. This article will examine the features that the Westone UM2 offers, highlighting the pros and cons.
Do you remember that the drivers are the most important aspect when selecting a headset? One of the features of the UM2 is “Dual Drivers”. Dual drivers allow for the best low frequency response (amazing bass) and rich mids and highs. It has one driver that works only for bass and the other driver for mids and highs. This is a better alternative to the UM2’s sibling – the Westone UM1, as the UM2 provides two drivers while the UM1 only provides one.
The ability to fit dual controllers into such a small space should be the selling point for most people. The UM2 comes with 27 ohm impedance, slightly better than the 25 ohm average. This is probably due to the fact that headphones have two drivers, and as a result, more impedance is needed to cancel out electrical vibrations, which will produce clearer sound.
The Westone UM2 comes with a braided cable. I personally see this as a downside, but the cable is light and flexible and should satisfy most people. As noted above, these headphones come with dual drivers and to accommodate that, the manufacturer needed to increase the size of the earcups. The UM2 are larger than standard earphones. Remember, fit is everything. If you have smaller than average ears, these headphones may not fit your ears. Although you’d be missing out on the articulate sounds of the UM2, make sure it fits. A headset that fits your ear will always sound better than a headset that doesn’t. The Westone UM2 comes with “comfortable” tips, so most people shouldn’t have a problem with the fit.
Another complaint with the UM2 is that it overemphasizes the bass. While this is an obvious advantage if you like to listen to rap. For other people who like to rock, this can be a bit daunting. However, the mids and highs are clean. It’s not that the mids and highs are bad; is that they are dominated by bass.
There are reports of poor build quality, such as a headset that stopped working after 5 months or cables breaking easily. Make sure your headset is covered by warranty. If the headset fails and is covered by warranty, it will be replaced.
These headphones outperform current headphones in the same price range. They are better without having custom earphones. The noise isolation of the UM2 headphones is perfect. You will be completely focused on the music and you will not be able to hear anything from outside. You will be able to hear every breath of the artist. Even if you’re not an audiophile, you won’t regret investing in this set of headphones. You might as well invest in a pair that sounds great and protects your hearing.