Syllable G800 Bluetooth Stereo Bluetooth Headset Review

Syllable G800 Bluetooth Stereo Bluetooth Headset Review

Syllable is an active Chinese brand which focused on small audio and now has been world-known for it was able to pick up collaborations with international athletes and artists. And This is the case with Syllable G800, which were created in collaboration with the Scottish guitarist David Russell.

The Syllable G800 Bluetooth headphones are on-ear earphones type with a reminiscent of the most famous Beats, but I'm not a specialist- in particular as regards the acoustic aspect. The design and comfort of the Syllable G800 Bluetooth earbuds are very similar to that of headphones like Beats Solo. The model I received is red and silver. The colors are quite showy and combinations may not please everyone, especially because the silver color stands much compared to red - which is still very heated. The headphones can be folded to save space during transport and can be extended to better fit the size of the head of each.

When it folds or opens with a click for several seconds, the headphones have entered the desired position. The left pavilion houses the battery, which is accessed by removing a small cover, microphone, 3.5mm jack and micro-USB port for charging. When headphones are charging turns on a red light, which turns blue when charging is complete. Right pavilion houses the playback controls, the on / off button (which doubles as a key play / pause and to handle calls) and the volume controls. They shall be put on the horizontal axis, while the playback controls are placed on the vertical axis; I personally would have preferred that they were even mistaken for simple harmony with the actions (fast-forward a song and turn up the volume, not vice versa!). All buttons have small protrusions that help to find them when wearing headphones. The impression, at first glance, is that the quality of the materials is not at the top: you hear some creaking deforming the bow, while the material that covers it does not appear particularly sophisticated - but, moreover, does not appear even that cheap. However,  the little details to spoil the appearance: no precise stitching, exposed metal does not sparkling clean, battery compartment lid difficult to open and close. They are all minor details which, however, distinguish a truly premium product. Comfort is definitely the first element to improve in these headphones. The bow padding is really reduced to a minimum even if it must support the weight of the entire headset (270 grams) and it therefore seems largely insufficient. If you do not find the ideal position on the head, and within minutes you feel a great nuisance that leads to taking off the headphones. The padding of the pavilions is just enough and maybe looks a bit 'too soft. Inside the box we find a semi-rigid housing, a 3.5mm jack cable and a USB-microUSB cable TV. There is also an aluminum carabiner, the function of which, however, is not clear since it does not pass through the hole of the hinge of the trolley and is not large enough to accommodate the headphones.

Small curiosity: the package contains some of Italian art images, as if to indicate a connection between Italian art and headphones almost as if they were works of art themselves. The Syllable G800 features are Bluetooth headphones and, like all products of this type, are easy to pair with your smartphone. Simply hold down the power button for about 5 seconds to enter pairing mode (the status light changes from blue to red and vice versa) and then connect them to your smartphone or other compatible devices. Among the features are the reduction of environmental noise and the possibility to connect headphones to the various devices also using a 3.5mm jack, very useful when we want to use a source without Bluetooth. The reduction of environmental noise is white noise in the issue at low volume at any time, even when the headset is powered on but not playing back music. White noise is not particularly intrusive with lively music, but it can become very annoying with songs in which there are moments of silence or a relatively low volume (eg Duel of the Fates from the soundtrack of Star Wars Episode I). Even in the busiest tracks, however, the white noise becomes annoying to the long and feels particularly with a silent environment around. I find a defect that is not possible to turn off this feature, but the fact remains that performs his job well and eliminates much of the outside noise. A defect related to noise reduction, but quite common in this type of headphones, is that even when connected via cable headphones draw energy from the battery and, therefore, it is not possible to use them at all if this is low. The microphone does not capture the voice properly and the counterparty ends up not hear properly what we say, especially if the environment is noisy.

Audio

The sound is well defined, with dishes of very clear drums and instruments in general distinct from the others and with good definition. The balance of these headphones is great and you can appreciate that there is a part that appears dominant over the other, but all are well balanced and complementary. This fact is great for those who want to listen to the "pure music", as has been thought by the artists, without distortions created by excessive or too low in low. These headphones, then, from the point of view of acoustics do not resemble at all the beats of which recall the design, but are more palatable to the listener genres that do not require many low.

I tried the Syllable G800 with the usual ladder and the result was satisfactory:

Classical / Symphony: the choruses in Duel of the Fates from the soundtrack of Star Wars Episode I are clear and in the foreground, with bass and treble you placed on the right levels and appear well balanced. In general, quite well-balanced sound of the headphones makes listening pretty nice classical music.

Metal: The Drapery Falls Opeth is very well made, with all parties that are equally heard and enjoyed, and without overlapping. The low and the battery pedal Scavenger of Human Sorrow of Death are played smoothly and are well blended with the rest.

Rock: Once again it is the balance in the sound to make pleasant listening. Guitar in Smells Like Teen Spirit by Nirvana appears correctly in the foreground, while voice and piano by The Great Gig in the Sky by Pink Floyd are well focused. 

Trip-hop: like electronics, trip-hop requires that low they are strong and defined. In this case we can say that they are defined, but not powerful; if you look for something explosive, then these headphones are not for you. Listening to songs like Angel by Massive Attack is still perfectly enjoyable, despite the relatively low content.

 Celtic / Folk: in a kind of predominantly medium and high tones such as Celtic music, the Syllable G800 perform best and return a thicker sound and a great space that allows us to distinguish all the instruments. Electronics: the bass does not mean that exceptional Syllable G800 are not perfect to listen to electronic music, especially at low volume. The low in Borderline Aes Dana, for example, that has not disruptive that would serve, but in any event enjoyable. Noteworthy is the fact that, unlike other headsets, the G800 does not show any particular difficulties with decreasing frequency.

Conclusion

The Syllable G800 are sufficiently balanced sound from the headphones, and while remaining far from audiophile headphones are quite appreciable. These headphones are ideal for those who want good quality Bluetooth headset with a balanced sound, without spending hundreds of euros in higher-level headphones; no headphones for the most demanding public but are an excellent alternative to the headphones of the more famous brands (such as the aforementioned Beats) remaining on a neutral tone.

We thank the GearBest.com online store for providing us with the object of the test unit. Syllable G800 you can find on their website at this address at a price around 120 €.