If you’re the sort of person who thinks silence is golden, then skip this because Shokz is back with something that will make your ears sing.
Their latest brainchild, the Shokz OpenRun Pro2, isn’t just another pair of headphones; it’s a game-changer, a gadget that will make your usual earbuds feel like they were assembled by cavemen.
Unveiled at the Ultra-Trail du Mont Blanc (UTMB) World Series Finals—yes, the Olympics of trail running—this sleek beast is here to blow your eardrums without blocking out the real world.
Now, if you’re familiar with Shokz, you know they’re all about that open-ear lifestyle. You get your music, your podcasts, your guilty pleasure audiobooks, and you still won’t miss the sound of a truck hurtling towards you or a fellow runner shouting, “On your left!” Safety first, people.
But what sets the Shokz OpenRun Pro2 apart from its ancestors is the juicy new DualPitch™ technology.
This isn’t just tech jargon; it’s the kind of innovation that makes audiophiles weep tears of joy.
Here’s the skinny: The OpenRun Pro2 uses not one, but two types of speakers. The bone conduction speaker is like the eagle-eyed sniper of sound, hitting the mids and highs with a precision that’d make a Swiss watch jealous.
Meanwhile, the air conduction speaker is all about that bass, no treble—okay, a bit of treble, but the kind that shakes your core without drowning out the lyrics.
Together, they create a listening experience that’s not just clear; it’s practically transcendental. The vibrations from bone conduction are fine-tuned to keep your noggin from feeling like a tuning fork, which is a nice touch.
Leon Du, Shokz’s Europe Market Director, didn’t mince words when he said, “As a flagship product, we’ve perfected the sound quality performance of OpenRun Pro2, which can help consumers to enjoy music better while keeping the ear open.
There is no doubt that OpenRun Pro2 will take open-ear audio to the next level.” And frankly, after a run with these, you’ll believe him.
But Shokz didn’t stop at just making these sound incredible. They’re also designed to be as comfy as your favourite worn-in sneakers.
Made from ultra-lightweight, high-strength material, these headphones come with a soft silicone finish that feels like a cloud resting on your ears.
It’s so light that after a while, you might even forget you’re wearing them—until the beat drops, and you’re back in your groove.
Battery life? Oh, it’s got that in spades—12 hours of it, to be exact. And if you’re in a rush (aren’t we all?), a 5-minute charge gives you 2.5 hours of playback.
Plus, they’ve thrown in an IP55 water resistance rating, so unless you plan on swimming the English Channel with these, you’re golden.
Did I also mention MultiPoint Pairing? Seamlessly switch between two devices without the hassle. You can jump from a Zoom call on your laptop to your phone’s playlist without breaking a sweat.
In a nutshell, the Shokz OpenRun Pro2 isn’t just a pair of headphones; it’s an open-ear marvel designed for those who demand more from their gear.
It’s available now for £169, and frankly, it’s worth every penny.