Skullcandy Crusher S6CAW-R740

The Skullcandy Crusher ANC 2 is a basshead's dream with adjustable sensory bass that physically rattles your skull. Battery life is excellent at 49 hours, ANC is solid if not class-leading, and the feature set punches above the price. At $170 from Best Buy, these are a fantastic value. If you want maximum bass impact without spending premium money, buy them.

The sound profile here is dominated by that Crusher bass wheel, and it's genuinely impressive how much physical impact these 40mm drivers can produce. The adjustable sensory bass isn't just an EQ boost, it's a tactile experience that rattles the earcups. Our database puts overall sound at a strong level, well above average, and the bass quality is the clear standout. The 20Hz-20kHz frequency range is standard, but the tuning is anything but neutral, and that's the point.

ANC performance lands in the 'strong' category, not best-in-class but solid. The 4-mic setup does a good job cutting out low-frequency rumble like airplane engines and bus noise, though owners note it's not perfect. The mic quality is also above average, with the Clear Voice Smart Mic doing real work to pull your voice out of noisy environments. Battery life is a highlight, with the spec sheet showing 49 hours and a quick charge feature that gives you 4 hours from a 10-minute top-up. That's genuinely useful for travel.

The most direct competitor is the Sony ULT WEAR WHULT900N/B. Sony's ULT series also targets bass lovers, and Sony's ANC is generally a step above what Skullcandy offers here. But the Crusher's physical bass wheel is a different experience entirely, more visceral and adjustable on the fly. If you want the best noise canceling with strong bass, Sony wins. If you want maximum bass impact and don't mind slightly weaker ANC, Skullcandy takes it.

The Sennheiser Momentum M5AEBT is a different beast altogether. Sennheiser goes for refined, detailed sound with excellent build quality, but you'll pay significantly more. The Technics EAH-A800 is another premium option with better overall sound balance. For budget-conscious buyers, the JBL Tune 670NC and TOZO HT3 are cheaper but can't match the Crusher's bass impact or feature set. The Crusher ANC 2 sits in a sweet spot: more fun than the budget options, cheaper than the premium ones.

Pricing on these is interesting. In the US, you'll see them listed anywhere from $170 to $240 depending on the vendor, which is a pretty wide spread. Best Buy tends to have the lower end of that range, and with their price match guarantee, it's worth checking there first. At $170, these are an absolute steal for what you get. At $240, they're still competitive but you're getting closer to territory where other options start looking tempting.

For the feature set, adjustable ANC, multipoint Bluetooth, voice control, a hearing test, and that signature bass, the value proposition is strong. Owners consistently mention 'great value for money' in reviews, and the 4.7-star rating across nearly 8,000 reviews backs that up. The social proof on these is essentially top of the charts, which tells you people who buy them tend to be very happy.

The Skullcandy Crusher ANC 2 is one of those products that knows exactly what it is and doesn't apologize for it. These are bass-first headphones, full stop. The adjustable sensory bass wheel is the headline act, letting you dial things from 'mellow' to 'my skull is vibrating' with a quick twist. If you've ever felt like most headphones just don't hit hard enough in the low end, this is the product category Skullcandy basically invented.

Under the hood you get 40mm dynamic drivers, Bluetooth 5.2 with multipoint, adjustable 4-mic ANC, and a claimed 50-hour battery (Skullcandy's own marketing says up to 60, but the spec sheet here lists 49 hours, so we'll call it 'around two full days of listening'). The Skull-iQ voice control and Personal Sound hearing test are nice touches that make these feel more premium than the price suggests.

Who's this for? Bassheads, commuters who want to feel their music, and anyone who's been burned by 'flat' or 'neutral' headphones that sound boring. It's not for studio work, and the comfort score in our database is middling, but for pure fun factor, these are hard to beat at this price.

If you're looking for neutral, accurate sound for mixing, mastering, or critical listening, these are not your headphones. The studio score in our database is the weakest area by a significant margin, and the bass-heavy tuning will color everything you hear. Look at something like the Sennheiser Momentum M5AEBT or a pair of open-back studio monitors instead.

Also skip these if ANC is your number one priority. The noise canceling is good, but Sony's ULT WEAR or higher-end Sony and Bose models will do a noticeably better job in loud environments. And if you prefer a lighter, more comfortable fit for all-day wear, the 332g weight and middling comfort scores might be a dealbreaker. Try before you buy if possible.

If you're a basshead, just buy these. The adjustable sensory bass is the real deal, and nothing else at this price delivers that kind of physical impact. The 49-hour battery, solid ANC, and multipoint Bluetooth make them practical for daily use too. The app requirement for the best audio is a minor annoyance, but the Personal Sound hearing test genuinely improves the experience once you set it up.

For everyone else, it depends on your priorities. If you want balanced sound for critical listening or studio work, look elsewhere, our database shows studio performance is the weakest area here by a wide margin. If you want the best ANC possible, Sony's ULT WEAR is a better choice. But if you want headphones that make music fun, that make you grin when the bass drops, the Crusher ANC 2 is hard to beat. They're not perfect, but they're honest about what they are, and they deliver on that promise.