Sunday, April 10, 2011

Noisy Motel's review of the Fanny Wang On-Ear Wang headphones

If you enjoy researching new audio products you would have come across the great debate on how Fanny Wang On-Ear Wang headphones actually stack up against the Beats by Dr Dre Solo and Solo HD headphones.

Whether you think the Fanny Wang On-Ear Wang headphones tend to look similar to the Monster Beats by Dr. Dre Solo or not, there is no denying that the On-Ear Wang's actually deliver better sound for price than Beats by Dr Dre Solo.


The On-Ear Wang's come in 3 high gloss colourways - Red, White and Black. If you're not specifically loyal to Monster Beats by Dr. Dre Solo and can get over the name which is quite easy, due to the subtle positioning of their signature logo, you will find the On-Ear Wang's appealing because they not only look great, they also come with a nice sound.

The On-Ear Wang's have an overall better build quality, with a more solid feel to them than the Beats by Dr. Dre Solo. From a design aspect, they are a very clean looking headphone, thicker in appearance and molded with a wave like pattern through them which is very easy on the eye. The high gloss colours, blending into the wave like pattern works well aesthetically. It attracts you, in the same manner that you would find something fashionable to wear - you just want to wear it instantly. The reason I mention this, is that every time I have the On-Ear Wang's lying around the home in the most inconspicuous places, guests spot them immediately, inquire about them and all say - "They look great!"

The On-Ear Wang's are constructed with a thick plastic, with the inside headband protected with a soft rubbery cushion. Supported by strong metal hinges, they have soft padded earcups and yes they also have a tri-fold design much like the Beats by Dr. Dre Solo. The White On-Ear Wang's have a thick all white tangle proof cord with black plugs and gold tips. The detachable cord has a great feature; it comes with a Duo Jack inline splitter, which allows you to share your music socially with friends. The Red and Black colourways both come with a striking red cord and in line splitter.


Musically, the On-Ear Wang's sound clearer and less cloudy than the Beats by Dr. Dre Solo. The On-Ear Wang's surprisingly allow you to listen to various genres and are not just focused on bass. The bass is tight and controlled, always present, though not exaggerated; allowing added clarity of the mids and the highs. This is a personal choice, so if you enjoy your thumping bass, you should probably look elsewhere. I did find that the On Ear Wang's sounded great with dance, electronic, hip-hop and rap genres. I also found listening to the On-Ear Wang's at a much lower level, sounded really nice and efficient.

Honestly, for me the On-Ear Wang's surpassed the Beats by Dr. Dre Solo on sound and overall design and quality. I'm all for fashion, though I'm not one to wear/advertise loud logos on my headphones or my clothes and found the On-Ear Wang's tended to do it more discreetly. Whether they’re worn on your head or around your neck, the On-Ear Wang’s look cool to suit your individual look.

Fashionably urban, the Fanny Wang On Ear Wang headphones are truly eye-catching, as well as functional and allow you to have a lot of fun with your music, fashion and friends.


View the range of Fanny Wang On-Ear Wang Headphones available at Noisy Motel.

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