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General

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Series

Studio1Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/headphones/studio-pro-wirelessRead 6 October 2026Press release calls it the next generation of the Beats Studio over-ear headphone. The page compares it with Beats Studio3 Wireless.

QuietComfort2Maker product pagebose.com/p/noise-cancelling-headphones-quietcomfort/quietcomfort-acoustic-noise-cancelling-headphones/QC-HEADPHONEARN-BLK-WW.htmlRead 7 October 2026

Model numbersiMaker identifiers for this exact model and its listed variants. Excludes sibling models and other generations.

A2924, MQTP3LL/A, MQTQ3LL/A, MQTR3LL/A, MQTT3LL/A1Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/headphones/studio-pro-wirelessRead 6 October 2026Selector SKUs MQTP3LL/A Black, MQTQ3LL/A Navy, MQTR3LL/A Sandstone, MQTT3LL/A Deep Brown.12Press articlemacrumors.com/2023/06/20/beats-studio-pro-fcc-databaseRead 6 October 2026FCC filing shows model number A2924 and identifier BeatsStudioPro1,1. FCC ID not stored because the FCC sites refused access.

437310, 884367-01001Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/4579082941b4e207/original/885443_OG_QC-HEADPHONEARN_en.pdfRead 7 October 2026Regulatory model 437310 is shared with some related QuietComfort revisions. Marketed 2023 model identified by exact current product page and 884367 commercial SKU in review, not model number alone.10Retailer pagebhphotovideo.com/c/product/1785014-REG/bose_884367_0100_quietcomfort_wireless_over_ear_active.htmlRead 7 October 2026Exact MFR 884367-0100 Black commercial SKU added alongside preserved regulatory 437310. These are different identifier systems, not two claimed chipset revisions.

GTIN / EAN

194253715092, 194253715184, 194253715276, 1942537153685Maker product pageapple.com/shop/product/MQTP3LL/A/beats-studio-pro-wireless-headphones-blackRead 6 October 2026UPC or EAN No. on each US colour page: Black 194253715092, Navy 194253715184, Sandstone 194253715276, Deep Brown 194253715368.

01781784896110Retailer pagebhphotovideo.com/c/product/1785014-REG/bose_884367_0100_quietcomfort_wireless_over_ear_active.htmlRead 7 October 2026Exact Black US commercial SKU 884367-0100 UPC 017817848961. Base union of known identifiers. Black variant alone records this gtin, no other color assigned its code.

AnnouncediThe maker's first announcement of this model. This is separate from first retail availability.

19 July 20239Press releasebeatsbydre.com/content/dam/beats/web/press/beats-studio-pro/beats-studio-pro-press-kit.zipRead 6 October 2026Press release in the ZIP, dated Culver City July 19, 2023.

14 September 20234Press releaseprnewswire.com/news-releases/bose-announces-new-quietcomfort-ultra-headphones-and-earbuds-with-bose-immersive-audio-for-the-most-realistic-sound-ever-301928295.htmlRead 5 October 2026Exact maker release September 14, 2023. Planned September 21 sale is separately corroborated by retrospective launch-history source.

Status

Available1Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/headphones/studio-pro-wirelessRead 6 October 2026US maker store shows Add to Bag and schema InStock on 2026-10-06. Current sale price is not a launch price.

Available2Maker product pagebose.com/p/noise-cancelling-headphones-quietcomfort/quietcomfort-acoustic-noise-cancelling-headphones/QC-HEADPHONEARN-BLK-WW.htmlRead 7 October 2026Exact original QC product offers Add to Cart, current 359 USD is not used as launch price.

PredecessoriThe model this one directly replaced, in the same line, tier and size, as the maker or a trusted review names it.

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SuccessoriThe model that directly replaced this one, in the same line, tier and size. A revision such as a Slim or OLED model does not count when a next generation exists.

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Bose QuietComfort Headphones (2nd Gen)16Press releasebose.com/pressroom/bose-updates-the-iconic-quietcomfort-headphonesRead 23 October 2026Bose's press release calls the QuietComfort Headphones (2nd Gen) the next generation and compares them with the first-generation model.

Launch price (US)iThe maker's US launch MSRP for the stated configuration, excluding tax. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

$349.999Press releasebeatsbydre.com/content/dam/beats/web/press/beats-studio-pro/beats-studio-pro-press-kit.zipRead 6 October 2026Pricing and Availability: $349.99 (US) from apple.com.

$3494Press releaseprnewswire.com/news-releases/bose-announces-new-quietcomfort-ultra-headphones-and-earbuds-with-bose-immersive-audio-for-the-most-realistic-sound-ever-301928295.htmlRead 5 October 2026Bose-authored US launch release explicitly original QuietComfort 349 USD, planned September 21. Ultra Headphones 429 USD and Ultra Earbuds 299 USD are separate products and excluded. US MSRP before local sales tax. No EUR figure with proven VAT scope.

Launch price (EU)iThe maker's euro launch price for the stated configuration, including VAT as published. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

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MarketsiISO country or region codes where this exact model or variant is sold. A source page's language does not establish availability.

US, CA, FR, DE9Press releasebeatsbydre.com/content/dam/beats/web/press/beats-studio-pro/beats-studio-pro-press-kit.zipRead 6 October 2026Launch markets US, Canada, France and Germany. MacRumors lists more than 20 further countries from August 9, 2023.

US4Press releaseprnewswire.com/news-releases/bose-announces-new-quietcomfort-ultra-headphones-and-earbuds-with-bose-immersive-audio-for-the-most-realistic-sound-ever-301928295.htmlRead 5 October 2026

ColoursiThe maker's own colour names

Black, Navy, Sandstone, Deep Brown1Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/headphones/studio-pro-wirelessRead 6 October 2026Product selector: Black, Navy, Sandstone, Deep Brown. Later limited and retailer-exclusive editions are not stored.

Black, Moonlight Grey, White Smoke, Cypress Green, Twilight Blue, Ice Blue, Sandstone, Petal Pink, Blue Dusk, Chilled Lilac, Moonstone Blue2Maker product pagebose.com/p/noise-cancelling-headphones-quietcomfort/quietcomfort-acoustic-noise-cancelling-headphones/QC-HEADPHONEARN-BLK-WW.htmlRead 7 October 2026Exact initial product color swatches in public maker HTML use dwvar_QC-HEADPHONEARN_color. Ultra, 2nd Gen and related product swatches excluded. Historical Chilled Lilac color not in current selector is separately researched.11Maker product pagesupport.bose.com/s/article/quietcomfort-headphones-specificationsRead 7 October 2026Exact support Product Specifications entry explicitly Sold from 2023 and Available Colors list includes Blue Dusk, Chilled Lilac and Moonstone Blue in addition to existing eight colors. Public search-index table read. Live HTTP 200 page is a JS shell and web direct fetch failed, noted externally. No second-generation colors added.

Segment

Music1Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/headphones/studio-pro-wirelessRead 6 October 2026Premium wireless noise cancelling headphones for music, movies and calls. Not marketed as a gaming headset.

Music1Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/4579082941b4e207/original/885443_OG_QC-HEADPHONEARN_en.pdfRead 7 October 2026

Design

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Form factor

Over-ear5Maker product pageapple.com/shop/product/MQTP3LL/A/beats-studio-pro-wireless-headphones-blackRead 6 October 2026Tech Specs: Form Factor Over ear.

Over-ear1Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/4579082941b4e207/original/885443_OG_QC-HEADPHONEARN_en.pdfRead 7 October 2026

Ear cup enclosureiClosed, open or semi-open acoustic enclosure. This does not describe how the headset folds.

Closed13Measurementrtings.com/headphones/reviews/beats/studio-pro-wirelessRead 6 October 2026Enclosure: Closed-Back.

Closed2Maker product pagebose.com/p/noise-cancelling-headphones-quietcomfort/quietcomfort-acoustic-noise-cancelling-headphones/QC-HEADPHONEARN-BLK-WW.htmlRead 7 October 2026Maker FAQ describes passive seal and TriPort acoustic structure with closed earcups. Vents are not open-back classification.

Wearing style

Headband1Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/headphones/studio-pro-wirelessRead 6 October 2026FAQ: UltraPlush ear cushions and an adjustable headband.

Headband1Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/4579082941b4e207/original/885443_OG_QC-HEADPHONEARN_en.pdfRead 7 October 2026

FoldingiFlat means the ear cups rotate flat. Inward means the ear cups fold toward the headband.

Inward17Reviewsoundguys.com/beats-studio-pro-review-96146Read 7 October 2026Own review expressly describes hinges allowing cups to fold for storage. Original 2023 A2924 family, no Beats 360 swivel structure borrowed.19Reviewexpertreviews.co.uk/technology/headphones-audio/beats-studio-pro-reviewRead 7 October 2026Exact Design paragraph expressly hinges fold inwards, cups collapse toward one another. No flat earcup swivel.

Flat and inward1Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/4579082941b4e207/original/885443_OG_QC-HEADPHONEARN_en.pdfRead 7 October 2026Page 35 expressly rotate both cups flat and fold left cup toward headband.

Swivelling ear cupsiEar cups can rotate relative to the headband. Tilting alone does not count.

No18Retailer pagebhphotovideo.com/c/product/1774622-REG/beats_by_dr_dre_mqtr3ll_a_studio_pro_wireless_over_ear.htmlRead 7 October 2026Same exact headphone spec row explicitly Earpiece Swivel No. Folding hinges and slight fit pivot are different movements.19Reviewexpertreviews.co.uk/technology/headphones-audio/beats-studio-pro-reviewRead 7 October 2026Exact review says cups do not swivel and instead fold inwards on hinges.

Yes1Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/4579082941b4e207/original/885443_OG_QC-HEADPHONEARN_en.pdfRead 7 October 2026

RGB lighting

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Lighting zonesiNumber of independently controllable lighting areas across both ear cups.

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Drivers and sound

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Driver type

Dynamic18Retailer pagebhphotovideo.com/c/product/1774622-REG/beats_by_dr_dre_mqtr3ll_a_studio_pro_wireless_over_ear.htmlRead 7 October 2026Exact original US Sandstone MQTR3LL/A headphone spec row expressly Dynamic. Common A2924 40 mm hardware, not another Beats generation.

Dynamic7Reviewtomsguide.com/audio/headphones/dont-get-the-new-bose-quietcomfort-2nd-gen-gen-1-is-currently-just-usd169-for-prime-dayRead 7 October 2026Comparison explicitly says both 2023 first generation and 2026 second generation use the same 40 mm dynamic drivers. Exact original model scope, not Ultra. B&H exact 884367-0100 Driver Type Dynamic corroborates.

Driver sizeiDiameter of the largest sound driver. Do not use the microphone capsule diameter.

40mm1Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/headphones/studio-pro-wirelessRead 6 October 2026Custom 40mm active driver.

40mm7Reviewtomsguide.com/audio/headphones/dont-get-the-new-bose-quietcomfort-2nd-gen-gen-1-is-currently-just-usd169-for-prime-dayRead 7 October 2026Comparison explicitly says both generations use same 40 mm drivers. Exact original TechRadar review specification table independently states 40 mm, contrasted with 35 mm Ultra. Not borrowed merely because older headphones look similar.12Reviewtechradar.com/audio/wireless-headphones/bose-quietcomfort-headphones-reviewRead 7 October 2026Exact original 2023 QuietComfort review specification table explicitly 40 mm drivers, independently read. Later Ultra and 2nd Gen not substituted.

Drivers per sideiNumber of sound-producing transducers in one side, excluding microphones.

118Retailer pagebhphotovideo.com/c/product/1774622-REG/beats_by_dr_dre_mqtr3ll_a_studio_pro_wireless_over_ear.htmlRead 7 October 2026Same exact row explicitly Number of Drivers 1 per Earpiece. Sound-producing transducer count, microphones excluded.

115Retailer pagebhphotovideo.com/c/product/1785014-REG/bose_884367_0100_quietcomfort_wireless_over_ear_active.htmlRead 8 October 2026The exact Black 884367-0100 Number of Drivers row explicitly states one per earpiece. This is a physical transducer count, not a stereo-channel inference. Other retailer charging and dimensional rows disagree with the maker and are not used.

Diaphragm material

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Magnet

100% recycled rare earth elements9Press releasebeatsbydre.com/content/dam/beats/web/press/beats-studio-pro/beats-studio-pro-press-kit.zipRead 6 October 2026The driver magnet is made of 100% recycled rare earth elements.

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Frequency response (wired or passive)iPublished acoustic range for wired listening, or the maker’s single range when no mode is distinguished. Power state and test standard belong in the source note.

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Wireless audio transmission bandiFrequency range of audio transmitted over the wireless connection, not the acoustic response of the driver. Codec, sampling rate and bitrate conditions belong in the source note. When the maker gives a range per codec, the widest range is stored and its codec goes in the source note.

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Impedance (passive when specified)iUse the headset-off value for a passive analog connection when the maker publishes both powered and passive values. Note the power state and test frequency.

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Sensitivity (passive when specified)iUse the headset-off figure when both powered and passive values exist. The power or voltage reference, test distance and frequency belong in the source note.

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Sensitivity referenceiPublished power or voltage reference for sensitivity. Do not assume 1 mW when the source gives only a dB value.

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THD (claimed)iPublished distortion figure or numerical upper bound. The source note states any less-than sign and test level.

0.02%21Review9to5mac.com/2023/09/04/beats-studio-pro-headphones-reviewRead 7 October 2026Review published spec list claims less than 0.02 percent total harmonic distortion even at high volumes. Retained upper bound, not measured exact distortion. Frequency, numerical SPL, connection and test method unpublished. Qualitative maker near-zero claim not overridden.

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Max input power

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Max digital audio sample rateiHighest supported digital audio sample rate over a USB cable or wireless dongle. This is not the microphone rate or acoustic frequency response.

48kHz14Reviewwhathifi.com/reviews/beats-studio-proRead 6 October 2026Lossless audio up to 24-bit/48kHz over the wired connection, internal 24-bit/48kHz DAC.

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Max digital audio bit depthiHighest published digital playback bit depth over a USB cable or wireless dongle.

24bits14Reviewwhathifi.com/reviews/beats-studio-proRead 6 October 2026Lossless audio up to 24-bit/48kHz over the wired connection.

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DAC

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Personalised soundiA manufacturer-supported hearing test or ear scan creates a device sound profile tailored to the listener. Generic equalizer adjustments do not count.

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Onboard EQiCustom playback EQ profiles stored in the headset and applied without the host app running. Note supported active connections. Receiver-only or software-only EQ does not count.

No19Reviewexpertreviews.co.uk/technology/headphones-audio/beats-studio-pro-reviewRead 7 October 2026Exact feature section expressly no graphic equalizer to tweak sound manually. Source no EQ presets refers ordinary wireless/app use, while maker confirms three factory USB-only presets. No custom user EQ profiles stored onboard. Firmware at review not published.20Reviewtechradar.com/audio/headphones/beats-studio-pro-review-stylish-but-not-exceptionalRead 7 October 2026Exact review explicitly no adjustable EQ and USB-only factory presets. Supports false for custom stored playback EQ, not denial of three maker factory profiles.

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Custom EQ bandsiNumber of bands in the custom playback equalizer. Microphone EQ bands are excluded.

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32Maker product pagebose.com/p/noise-cancelling-headphones-quietcomfort/quietcomfort-acoustic-noise-cancelling-headphones/QC-HEADPHONEARN-BLK-WW.htmlRead 7 October 2026Maker FAQ and customization section explicitly bass, midrange, treble, three controls. Review independently calls three-band slider.

EQ presets

Beats Signature, Entertainment, Conversation1Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/headphones/studio-pro-wirelessRead 6 October 2026Three built-in sound profiles, selectable only while using USB-C audio.

Bass Boost, Treble Boost, Treble Reduce3Reviewsoundguys.com/bose-quietcomfort-headphones-review-99695Read 7 October 2026Exact original review EQ section has Bass Boost EQ and Treble Boost EQ subheadings with tested curves. Only explicitly named presets listed. Custom EQ is user adjustment, not a fixed preset. Later-generation preset lists excluded.12Reviewtechradar.com/audio/wireless-headphones/bose-quietcomfort-headphones-reviewRead 7 October 2026Exact original review explicitly names selectable presets like Bass Boost or Treble Reduce. Treble Reduce retained as the reviewer-published name, not an independently inspected app-label string. SoundGuys independently names Bass Boost and Treble Boost. other unnamed presets omitted.

Volume limit

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Spatial audio

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Spatial audio supportiNamed headset or host spatial-audio systems that the maker or reviewer explicitly supports. A platform feature may require compatible hardware, software or a separate licence.

Personalized Spatial Audio, Dolby Atmos1Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/headphones/studio-pro-wirelessRead 6 October 2026Personalized Spatial Audio with dynamic head tracking. Music and movies in Dolby Atmos. Head tracking and personalization need Apple devices.

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Spatial audio licence includediA paid spatial-audio licence is bundled or embedded. Compatibility with a separately purchased app does not count.

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Head tracking

Yes1Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/headphones/studio-pro-wirelessRead 6 October 2026

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Noise cancelling

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Active noise cancelling

Yes1Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/headphones/studio-pro-wirelessRead 6 October 2026

Yes1Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/4579082941b4e207/original/885443_OG_QC-HEADPHONEARN_en.pdfRead 7 October 2026

ANC typeiFeedforward uses outside microphones. Feedback uses inside microphones. Hybrid uses both. Voice-call noise filtering is separate.

Hybrid21Review9to5mac.com/2023/09/04/beats-studio-pro-headphones-reviewRead 7 October 2026Same spec list expressly feed-forward and feed-back microphones on each cup. Meets schema hybrid definition. Voice-call filtering stays separate.

Hybrid2Maker product pagebose.com/p/noise-cancelling-headphones-quietcomfort/quietcomfort-acoustic-noise-cancelling-headphones/QC-HEADPHONEARN-BLK-WW.htmlRead 7 October 2026Maker FAQ explicitly microphones inside and outside earcups, hybrid feedback/feedforward arrangement. No adaptive-ANC claim inferred from adaptive call microphone system.

ANC microphonesiTotal microphones used for active playback noise cancellation across both sides. Do not substitute the total physical or voice microphone count.

419Reviewexpertreviews.co.uk/technology/headphones-audio/beats-studio-pro-reviewRead 7 October 2026Exact review explicitly Four microphones handle noise cancellation. Dedicated ANC feed-forward/feed-back set, not six total mics.21Review9to5mac.com/2023/09/04/beats-studio-pro-headphones-reviewRead 7 October 2026Two ANC feed-forward/feed-back microphones per cup, four dedicated ANC mics. These also participate in voice uplink. Two additional beam-forming voice mics complete total six. Exact Expert Reviews four ANC statement independently confirms.

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Adaptive ANCiNoise cancellation automatically changes with the environment or fit. Manually choosing a level does not count.

Yes1Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/headphones/studio-pro-wirelessRead 6 October 2026Fully adaptive ANC continuously monitors outside noise and creates a precisely-tuned filter 48,000 times per second.

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ANC levelsiNumber of adjustable cancellation strength steps. Off and transparency modes are excluded.

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ANC attenuation (claimed)

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Transparency mode

Yes1Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/headphones/studio-pro-wirelessRead 6 October 2026

Yes1Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/4579082941b4e207/original/885443_OG_QC-HEADPHONEARN_en.pdfRead 7 October 2026

Adjustable transparency

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Yes1Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/4579082941b4e207/original/885443_OG_QC-HEADPHONEARN_en.pdfRead 7 October 2026Pages 20-21 two fixed Quiet/Aware and up to two Custom noise-control modes. Aware is full transparency, Custom adjusts noise control. No 11-level count inferred from number of modes.

Conversation detectioniAudio pauses or lowers automatically when the wearer speaks. Voice assistant activation does not count.

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Wind noise reduction

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Yes1Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/4579082941b4e207/original/885443_OG_QC-HEADPHONEARN_en.pdfRead 7 October 2026Page 20 Custom mode supports Wind Block. Current page FAQ duplicates conflicting later model text, so only the exact manual mode is used.

Measured

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Frequency response notesiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

Balanced sound profile with a little extra bass and treble. A few peaks and dips in the treble. Some left and right driver mismatch in the treble. No audible harmonic distortion.13Measurementrtings.com/headphones/reviews/beats/studio-pro-wirelessRead 6 October 2026Public Audio Reproduction Accuracy verdict. Detailed graphs are behind the paywall and were not used.

Lab measurements show a strong sub-bass emphasis and uneven upper-frequency response against the SoundGuys preference curve. Broad three-band app adjustments do not fully correct the profile.3Reviewsoundguys.com/bose-quietcomfort-headphones-review-99695Read 7 October 2026Same purchased review sample, stock firmware, app 8.0.5. No numeric graph extraction, score-to-dB conversion or band-average inference.

Bass amountiReviewer’s bass deviation from its stated target. Positive is more bass. Target and test method belong in the source note.

0dB13Measurementrtings.com/headphones/reviews/beats/studio-pro-wirelessRead 6 October 2026Test bench 2.3, Deep Brown unit. Bass Amount: Balanced (0 dB).

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Treble amountiReviewer’s treble deviation from its stated target. Positive is more treble. Target and test method belong in the source note.

1dB13Measurementrtings.com/headphones/reviews/beats/studio-pro-wirelessRead 6 October 2026Test bench 2.3. Treble Amount: Slightly Emphasized (1 dB).

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Deviation from targetiReviewer’s full-range error from its target curve. Do not substitute a regional bass or treble error.

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Consistency between fittingsiReviewer’s standard deviation across repeated fittings. Test rig and fitting procedure belong in the source note.

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Harmonic distortioniIndependently measured harmonic distortion, with test level and method in the source note.

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Sound leakageiIndependently measured leakage at 30 cm. Playback level and method belong in the source note.

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Measured noise isolationiIndependently measured attenuation. Positive values mean more noise reduction. ANC state, rig and frequency bands belong in the source note.

ABeats Studio Pro

ANC on	Overall (dB)	Bass (dB)	Mids (dB)	Treble (dB)
Yes	17	5.5	14.6	31.2

Source15Reviewtechgearlab.com/reviews/audio/wireless-headphones/beats-studio-proRead 6 October 2026Active Noise Cancelling Reduction table: Low 5.5, Mid 14.6, High 31.2 dB. Text: reduces sound by 17 decibels on average. Rig not published.

BBose QuietComfort Headphones (2023)

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Noise isolation (measured, best)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

17dB=CalculatedFrom Measured noise isolation

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Passive isolation (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Mic quality notesiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

Disappointing. The voice sounds harsh and bright, and the mic does not separate the voice well from background noise.13Measurementrtings.com/headphones/reviews/beats/studio-pro-wirelessRead 6 October 2026Public Microphone verdict. Numeric mic results are behind the paywall and were not used.

Recorded speech tests found background-noise rejection limited. Wind handling was more effective in the tested sample. Samples cover quiet, office, wind, street and reverberant environments.3Reviewsoundguys.com/bose-quietcomfort-headphones-review-99695Read 7 October 2026Same sample and firmware conditions. It does not prove a numerical microphone capsule count.

Mic low-frequency extensioniMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Mic high-frequency extensioniMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Mic speech-to-noise ratioiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Measured latencyiEnd-to-end latency measured by a reviewer for a specific connection, platform and codec. Firmware, method and operating mode belong in the source note.

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Bluetooth latency (measured, worst)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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2.4 GHz latency (measured, worst)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Measured battery lifeiReviewer’s continuous playback test. State the connection, ANC and lighting where known. Unknown settings stay omitted and are described in the source note.

ABeats Studio Pro

Connection	ANC	Hours (h)
Bluetooth	Yes	31.42

Source24Measurementsoundguys.com/beats-studio-pro-vs-beats-solo3-wireless-97451Read 7 October 2026Explicit standardized Beats Studio Pro test 31 hours 25 minutes with ANC enabled. Bluetooth wireless playback. Decimal hours is exact minute conversion, not extra measured precision. Original Studio Pro reviewer firmware 2B68, Beats app v2.7. Codec and host OS unstated, decorative lighting setting omitted. No Solo3 runtime borrowed.25Measurementsoundguys.com/beats-studio-pro-review-96146Read 7 October 2026Original own Studio Pro review corroborates 31 hours 25 minutes continuous playback. Tested 5 days, firmware 2B68 and Beats app v2.7. Public reviewer method plays music peaking at 75 dB SPL until battery depletion. Exact codec/host unspecified.26Reviewsoundguys.com/how-we-testRead 7 October 2026Standard wireless-headphone battery method: music peaks at 75 dB SPL, recorded output waveform identifies depletion time. This supplies method only, product result and ANC from exact Studio Pro articles. Current method page updated February 2024 for MDAQS text, original result 2023, no separate battery retest claimed.

BBose QuietComfort Headphones (2023)

Connection	Hours (h)
Bluetooth	27.23

Source3Reviewsoundguys.com/bose-quietcomfort-headphones-review-99695Read 7 October 2026Purchased sample ran 27 h 14 min under SoundGuys standardized continuous music test. Firmware stock version number unknown, app 8.0.5. ANC state/codec not explicitly named for this run and omitted. Linked methodology states 75 dB SPL peak playback. 27.23 h versus claim 24 h is documented actual measurement, not an estimate.6Measurementsoundguys.com/how-we-testRead 5 October 2026Battery methodology explicitly continuous playback peaking 75 dB SPL recorded to empty. It does not state a universal ANC setting, so the QC row retains unknown ANC and codec rather than inferring them.

Battery life (measured, max)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Clamping forceiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Weight (measured)iIndependently weighed headset. A review that repeats the maker’s number does not qualify. Cable and microphone inclusion belong in the source note.

266g(9.4 oz)15Reviewtechgearlab.com/reviews/audio/wireless-headphones/beats-studio-proRead 6 October 2026Comparison table: Measured Weight 266 g. Cable state not stated.

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Microphone

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MicrophoneiMain microphone used for speech. Secondary internal microphones may be described in the source note.

Built-in1Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/headphones/studio-pro-wirelessRead 6 October 2026Upgraded voice-targeting microphones in the ear cups. Count not published.

Built-in1Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/4579082941b4e207/original/885443_OG_QC-HEADPHONEARN_en.pdfRead 7 October 2026Page 30 explicitly distinguishes earcup voice microphones from the inline microphone supplied in the audio cable. Main field represents built-in voice system. Physical capsule count not stated and omitted.

Microphone element

MEMS21Review9to5mac.com/2023/09/04/beats-studio-pro-headphones-reviewRead 7 October 2026Same six-microphone list explicitly MEMS-type. Higher SNR/sensitivity is unquantified, not numerical microphone spec.

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Microphone pickup patterniUse the maker’s exact named pattern. Unidirectional does not establish whether the capsule is cardioid, supercardioid or hypercardioid.

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Voice microphonesiTotal microphones used for voice pickup or beamforming across both sides. ANC-only microphones are excluded.

621Review9to5mac.com/2023/09/04/beats-studio-pro-headphones-reviewRead 7 October 2026Actual 2023 review spec list explicitly six MEMS microphones: one beam-forming voice microphone plus feed-forward and feed-back microphones on each cup. It expressly says the feed-forward/feed-back pair is utilized for both ANC/Transparency and voice uplink. All six therefore meet the voice-pickup field definition, not merely the total physical count.

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Total microphonesiEvery physical microphone across the headset, including call, ANC and calibration microphones. Shared microphones count once. Excludes microphones in charging cases or receivers, and vibration sensors. Use an explicitly published physical total, never a sum of overlapping role counts.

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Mic frequency responseiAcoustic microphone response, not its digital sampling rate. Connection-specific ranges belong in the source note.

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Mic sensitivityiPublished microphone sensitivity. Reference such as dBV/Pa or dBFS, frequency and distance belong in the source note.

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Mic signal-to-noiseiPublished microphone signal-to-noise ratio. Minimum or typical conditions belong in the source note.

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Mic sample rateiExplicitly published digital microphone capture or speech sampling rate. State the audio route in the source note, or say it is unpublished. Internal capture does not prove the effective rate on every connection. Acoustic bandwidth, playback rate and generic microphone-chip capability do not qualify.

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Mic noise reductioniProcessing that removes noise from transmitted speech. Playback ANC and a directional microphone alone do not count.

AI11Press articlemacrumors.com/2023/07/19/beats-studio-pro-debutRead 6 October 2026Enhanced call performance from all-new digital microphones and machine learning. The maker page says the microphones actively filter out background noise.

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Flip to mute

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Mute button

Yes3Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/guide/beats/use-beatsstudiopro-dev9148780ba/webRead 6 October 2026During a call, press the b button to mute or unmute the microphone.

Yes1Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/4579082941b4e207/original/885443_OG_QC-HEADPHONEARN_en.pdfRead 7 October 2026Page 16 double-press left Action button mutes/unmutes active call. This is a context-sensitive control, not a separate physical mute button.

Mute indicatoriPublished indication of microphone mute. mechanical_marker is a visible physical marker showing the microphone's mute-switch position. LED options require an electronic light. The in-line controller option is for a mute light on a cable remote.

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Sidetone

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Yes1Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/4579082941b4e207/original/885443_OG_QC-HEADPHONEARN_en.pdfRead 7 October 2026

Adjustable sidetone

No19Reviewexpertreviews.co.uk/technology/headphones-audio/beats-studio-pro-reviewRead 7 October 2026Exact feature section expressly says there is no option to adjust how loudly the user hears their own voice on calls. No inference that fixed sidetone itself is absent.

Yes1Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/4579082941b4e207/original/885443_OG_QC-HEADPHONEARN_en.pdfRead 7 October 2026Page 21 self voice activated during calls and adjustable in Bose app.

Foam microphone windscreeniA foam cover for the voice microphone. An internal metal mesh pop filter does not count.

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Connectivity

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Audio connectionsiConnections that carry playback audio. Charging or firmware USB alone does not count as USB audio.

Bluetooth, USB, Analog1Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/headphones/studio-pro-wirelessRead 6 October 2026Class 1 Bluetooth, 3.5mm analog input, USB-C for lossless audio.

Analog, Bluetooth1Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/4579082941b4e207/original/885443_OG_QC-HEADPHONEARN_en.pdfRead 7 October 2026

Analog source plugsiAnalog plug(s) supplied for the source device, including adapters. The headset-side jack is listed separately.

3.5 mm TRS17Reviewsoundguys.com/beats-studio-pro-review-96146Read 7 October 2026Own review explicitly 3.5 mm male-to-male TRS source cable. Same stock consumer bundle, no microphone TRRS path inferred.

3.5 mm TRRS15Retailer pagebhphotovideo.com/c/product/1785014-REG/bose_884367_0100_quietcomfort_wireless_over_ear_active.htmlRead 8 October 2026The exact Black 884367-0100 Wired Audio Connector row states one 3.5 mm TRRS source connector. The original Bose guide independently confirms the supplied 2.5 mm to 3.5 mm microphone cable and its source-side 3.5 mm plug. No headset-side contact count is imported.

Cable connector on headsetiConnection used by the playback cable at the headset. A fixed cable is not replaceable through a headset jack.

3.5 mm3Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/guide/beats/use-beatsstudiopro-dev9148780ba/webRead 6 October 2026Connect the included 3.5 mm cable to the headphone jack on Beats Studio Pro.

2.5 mm1Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/4579082941b4e207/original/885443_OG_QC-HEADPHONEARN_en.pdfRead 7 October 2026

Longest included cableiLength of the longest supplied cable, including charging and dongle cables. Individual cable lengths are listed in Cables included.

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Headset USB plug or portiUSB plug or port on the headset or its included wired audio adapter. A charging-only USB port can appear here.

USB-C1Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/headphones/studio-pro-wirelessRead 6 October 2026

USB-C1Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/4579082941b4e207/original/885443_OG_QC-HEADPHONEARN_en.pdfRead 7 October 2026

Audio over USB-C cableiPlayback through a USB-C cable or included wired USB-C audio adapter. A charging-only USB-C port does not count.

Yes1Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/headphones/studio-pro-wirelessRead 6 October 2026

No3Reviewsoundguys.com/bose-quietcomfort-headphones-review-99695Read 7 October 2026Exact connectivity section explicitly no USB-C audio on original 2023 QC. The 2nd Gen model is different hardware and is excluded.

Passive wired listeningiAnalog playback works with the headset powered off or its battery empty. An active analog converter that needs headset power does not count.

Yes22Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/guide/beats/use-beatsstudiopro-dev9148780ba/webRead 7 October 2026Current exact Apple guide explicitly headphones require no battery power when connected using the 3.5 mm cable. Passive analog only, not USB audio or ANC.

Yes1Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/4579082941b4e207/original/885443_OG_QC-HEADPHONEARN_en.pdfRead 7 October 2026Page 30 audio and calls through supplied inline-mic cable when battery depleted or headphones off. Built-in earcup voice pickup and Bluetooth disabled when cable connected.

Wireless receiveriDedicated wireless audio receiver or dongle. A wired USB sound card does not count.

None15Reviewtechgearlab.com/reviews/audio/wireless-headphones/beats-studio-proRead 6 October 2026Bluetooth only. RTINGS: only works wirelessly via Bluetooth, no dongle.

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Wireless receiver connectoriPhysical USB connector on the receiver. Supplied extension cables and adapters are explained in the source note. Both means two native connector types.

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Wireless range (claimed)iMaker’s advertised wireless range. Connection and indoor or outdoor conditions belong in the source note. Measured distance is not stored here.

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9m14Maker product pagebose.com/p/headphones/bose-quietcomfort-headphones/QC-HEADPHONEARN.htmlRead 8 October 2026The exact product range FAQ states up to 30 feet or nine meters from the Bluetooth source. Walls, doors, and electronic interference can reduce this distance. The maker metric figure is used without converting its rounded feet figure.

Bluetooth

5.35Maker product pageapple.com/shop/product/MQTP3LL/A/beats-studio-pro-wireless-headphones-blackRead 6 October 2026Tech Specs: Bluetooth Compatibility Bluetooth 5.3.

5.12Maker product pagebose.com/p/noise-cancelling-headphones-quietcomfort/quietcomfort-acoustic-noise-cancelling-headphones/QC-HEADPHONEARN-BLK-WW.htmlRead 7 October 2026

Bluetooth codecsiNamed Bluetooth audio codecs supported by this exact model. Host, firmware and operating-mode restrictions belong in the source note.

SBC, AAC14Reviewwhathifi.com/reviews/beats-studio-proRead 6 October 2026Tech specs table: Codec Support SBC, AAC. The maker does not list codecs.

SBC, AAC3Reviewsoundguys.com/bose-quietcomfort-headphones-review-99695Read 7 October 2026

LE AudioiLE Audio playback support. Bluetooth Low Energy for app control alone does not count.

No23Reviewsoundguys.com/beats-studio-pro-2-135368Read 7 October 2026Exact current-generation discussion explicitly says no LE Audio, Auracast or LC3. Published assessment, not a claim about an unannounced future Studio Pro 2. Bluetooth 5.3 and Audio Sharing do not alone establish LE Audio.

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AuracastiAuracast broadcast audio support. Required phone, firmware and app conditions belong in the source note.

No23Reviewsoundguys.com/beats-studio-pro-2-135368Read 7 October 2026Same exact original Studio Pro assessment explicitly no Auracast. Future wishes are not supported features.

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Bluetooth multipointiCan remain connected to multiple Bluetooth source devices at once. Mixing Bluetooth with a proprietary dongle is a separate field. A maker's dual connection to two Bluetooth devices at once counts.

No13Measurementrtings.com/headphones/reviews/beats/studio-pro-wirelessRead 6 October 2026Office verdict: they do not support multi-device pairing. What Hi-Fi and TechGearLab agree.

Yes1Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/4579082941b4e207/original/885443_OG_QC-HEADPHONEARN_en.pdfRead 7 October 2026Page 25 up to two active devices, one audio source playing at a time. Pairing-list memory size not stated.

Multipoint devicesiNumber of Bluetooth source devices connected at once, not the number remembered for later pairing.

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21Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/4579082941b4e207/original/885443_OG_QC-HEADPHONEARN_en.pdfRead 7 October 2026

Paired devices remembered

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81Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/4579082941b4e207/original/885443_OG_QC-HEADPHONEARN_en.pdfRead 7 October 2026Printed page 23 explicitly says store up to eight devices in headphone device list. Active simultaneous count remains two.

Mixes 2.4 GHz and Bluetooth audioiPlays both wireless audio streams at the same time. Automatic switching or Bluetooth standby does not count.

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Fast pairing

Google Fast Pair1Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/headphones/studio-pro-wirelessRead 6 October 2026

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Base station

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Latency

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Low latency modeiA selectable mode intended to reduce audio delay. A low-latency connection without a distinct mode does not count.

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Claimed latencyiMaker’s claimed delay for the stated connection and mode. Minimum claims and host restrictions belong in the source note.

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Compatibility

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Compatible platformsiPlatforms with a documented audio path. This does not imply every connection or microphone function works. Platform editions must be checked individually.

iOS, macOS, Android, Windows3Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/guide/beats/use-beatsstudiopro-dev9148780ba/webRead 6 October 20265Maker product pageapple.com/shop/product/MQTP3LL/A/beats-studio-pro-wireless-headphones-blackRead 6 October 2026Compatibility list of iPhone, iPad and Mac models.13Measurementrtings.com/headphones/reviews/beats/studio-pro-wirelessRead 6 October 2026Works with Bluetooth-enabled PCs. Mic and audio work with PCs and PlayStation consoles over wired USB-C.

Android, iOS2Maker product pagebose.com/p/noise-cancelling-headphones-quietcomfort/quietcomfort-acoustic-noise-cancelling-headphones/QC-HEADPHONEARN-BLK-WW.htmlRead 7 October 2026Exact maker FAQ says audio and calls on any smartphone and names native Siri plus Zoom/FaceTime. Exact manual setup uses Google Play/Apple App Store on Android/iOS. Only these documented mobile platforms listed, no console or generic desktop assumption.13Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/4579082941b4e207/original/885443_OG_QC-HEADPHONEARN_en.pdfRead 7 October 2026Original manual Bose app setup page 11 uses App Store/Google Play and Bluetooth menu pairing to mobile device. Combined with maker explicit any-smartphone calls/audio claim, Android/iOS paths documented. No desktop/console inferred.

Connection per platformiOnly explicitly documented playback paths for the exact model. Microphone support is separate. Leave unknown microphone support omitted. An Xbox and a PlayStation edition of one headset can connect differently, so it is per variant.

ABeats Studio Pro

Platform	Connection	Microphone works
iOS	Bluetooth	Not available
macOS	Bluetooth	Not available
Android	Bluetooth	Not available
iOS	USB	Yes
macOS	USB	Yes
Android	USB	Yes
Windows	Bluetooth	Not available
Windows	USB	Yes

Source2Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/support/headphones/studio-proRead 6 October 2026Pairing steps for iPhone, Mac and Android over Bluetooth. USB-C appears as a standard USB audio device for audio and phone calls on a compatible source.3Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/guide/beats/use-beatsstudiopro-dev9148780ba/webRead 6 October 2026USB-C audio with a supported iPhone, iPad, Mac or Android device using the included cable. EQ profiles over USB-C on USB-C iPad, Mac or iPhone.13Measurementrtings.com/headphones/reviews/beats/studio-pro-wirelessRead 6 October 2026PC over Bluetooth, and PC over USB-C with working mic. PlayStation is not stored because the model is not named.

BBose QuietComfort Headphones (2023)

Platform	Connection	Microphone works
Android	Bluetooth	Yes
iOS	Bluetooth	Yes

Source2Maker product pagebose.com/p/noise-cancelling-headphones-quietcomfort/quietcomfort-acoustic-noise-cancelling-headphones/QC-HEADPHONEARN-BLK-WW.htmlRead 7 October 2026Bluetooth smartphone call path from exact FAQ. Built-in microphones used. Bose app platform setup corroborates Android/iOS. Analog path not assigned to platforms because plug-type/source-mic compatibility evidence conflicts.13Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/4579082941b4e207/original/885443_OG_QC-HEADPHONEARN_en.pdfRead 7 October 2026Original Bluetooth menu/setup path and maker smartphone call FAQ establish Android/iOS Bluetooth playback and speech. Built-in microphones, not analog in-line route.

Official licence

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Battery and charging

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Battery capacityiRated capacity of one headset battery. Do not use case, receiver or total multi-battery capacity.

640mAh27Retailer pagejoesge.com/products/beats-by-dre-studio-pro-wireless-battery-replacement-640mah-repair-partsRead 7 October 2026Specialist repair vendor explicitly genuine A2924 Studio Pro AEC643333B component, capacity 640 mAh. Its actual component-label photo read: AEC643333B, 3.8 V, 640 mAh, 2.432 Wh. No capacity calculated, aftermarket generic or Studio3 560 mAh inherited.28Reviewjoesge.com/blogs/beats-headphones-repair-guides/studio-pro-wireless-battery-replacementRead 7 October 2026Exact A2924 own removal/installation guide identifies original-style AEC643333B 640 mAh replacement, corroborating rated component and exact headphone identity.

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Swappable batteryiBattery can be exchanged by the user as part of normal operation. Service or recycling disassembly does not count.

No30Maker spec sheet (PDF)beatsbydre.com/content/dam/beats-support/global/product-safety-and-handling/studio-pro/studiopro-sh-dn.pdfRead 7 October 2026Native paper pages 1-2 says do not replace battery yourself and service/recycling by Apple or authorized provider. Not normal-operation exchange. Independent service-repair guide does not establish swappable battery under this helper.

No1Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/4579082941b4e207/original/885443_OG_QC-HEADPHONEARN_en.pdfRead 7 October 2026Printed page 4 explicitly says do not attempt battery removal and only a qualified professional should remove it. This rules out normal user battery swapping, not repairability.

Batteries includediNumber of headset batteries supplied, including the one already installed.

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Claimed battery lifeiMaker’s maximum playback time per stated connection, codec, ANC, spatial audio and lighting settings. Name the spatial processing mode and other conditions in the source note. Unknown settings stay omitted.

ABeats Studio Pro

Connection	ANC	Hours (h)
Bluetooth	No	40
Bluetooth	Yes	24

Source1Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/headphones/studio-pro-wirelessRead 6 October 2026Up to 40 h with ANC and Transparency off, up to 24 h with ANC or Transparency on. Apple test May 2023, preproduction units, iPhone 13, 256-Kbps AAC files, 50% volume.

BBose QuietComfort Headphones (2023)

Connection	ANC	Hours (h)
Bluetooth	Yes	24

Source2Maker product pagebose.com/p/noise-cancelling-headphones-quietcomfort/quietcomfort-acoustic-noise-cancelling-headphones/QC-HEADPHONEARN-BLK-WW.htmlRead 7 October 2026Exact FAQ explicitly 24 h audio playback with noise cancellation turned on. Codec, volume, device and lighting unspecified.

Battery life (claimed, max)

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Battery life with ANC (claimed)

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Battery life without ANC (claimed)

40h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

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Charging port

USB-C1Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/headphones/studio-pro-wirelessRead 6 October 2026

USB-C1Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/4579082941b4e207/original/885443_OG_QC-HEADPHONEARN_en.pdfRead 7 October 2026

Full charge timeiPublished time to fully charge a depleted headset. In-use charging can take longer.

120min4Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/guide/beats/about-charging-and-playback-time-devc8a939c17/webRead 6 October 2026Up to 24 hours of playback after a 2-hour charge.

150min1Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/4579082941b4e207/original/885443_OG_QC-HEADPHONEARN_en.pdfRead 7 October 2026Page 27 up to 2.5 hours to fully charge, 150 minutes.

Quick charge timeiCharge duration in the maker’s quick-charge claim. Read together with Quick charge playback.

10min1Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/headphones/studio-pro-wirelessRead 6 October 2026

15min14Maker product pagebose.com/p/headphones/bose-quietcomfort-headphones/QC-HEADPHONEARN.htmlRead 8 October 2026The current first-generation QuietComfort Headphones charging FAQ states a 15-minute fast charge. The product is identified as the successor to QuietComfort 45, not QuietComfort Headphones 2nd Gen.

Quick charge playbackiPlayback gained from Quick charge time. Charger power, codec, volume and ANC conditions belong in the source note.

4h1Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/headphones/studio-pro-wirelessRead 6 October 2026Fast Fuel: 10-minute charge gives up to 4 hours when battery is low. Same May 2023 test conditions, ANC and Transparency off.

4h14Maker product pagebose.com/p/headphones/bose-quietcomfort-headphones/QC-HEADPHONEARN.htmlRead 8 October 2026The same FAQ states up to four hours of playback from a 15-minute charge. Codec, volume, and ANC state are not specified. The page also contains conflicting full-charge estimates of two and 2.5 hours. The existing 2.5-hour manual value is retained.

Use while charging

Yes2Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/support/headphones/studio-proRead 6 October 2026USB-C audio lets you stream audio or take calls while charging.

No1Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/4579082941b4e207/original/885443_OG_QC-HEADPHONEARN_en.pdfRead 7 October 2026Page 27 explicitly do not play while charging and unavailable in app. USB-C is charging only, not playback.

Charging dock or stand

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Controls

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Controls

Buttons1Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/headphones/studio-pro-wirelessRead 6 October 2026Physical b button, volume up/down rocker and multi-function button.

Buttons1Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/4579082941b4e207/original/885443_OG_QC-HEADPHONEARN_en.pdfRead 7 October 2026

Volume control

Buttons1Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/headphones/studio-pro-wirelessRead 6 October 2026Volume up/down rocker above and below the b button.

Buttons1Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/4579082941b4e207/original/885443_OG_QC-HEADPHONEARN_en.pdfRead 7 October 2026

Game and chat mixiBalances separate game and chat audio streams. Mixing Bluetooth and dongle source volume alone does not count. Supported platforms belong in the source note.

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Remappable controlsiOn-device button, touch or dial functions can be reassigned. Changing EQ alone does not count.

Yes3Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/guide/beats/use-beatsstudiopro-dev9148780ba/webRead 6 October 2026Guide: the end-call and mute/unmute actions on Beats Studio Pro can be customized. Press-and-hold can cycle listening modes.

Yes1Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/4579082941b4e207/original/885443_OG_QC-HEADPHONEARN_en.pdfRead 7 October 2026Page 19 Action hold shortcut can be assigned to Spotify or battery-level announcement. No Immersive Audio shortcut borrowed from Ultra or 2nd Gen.

Wear detection

No14Reviewwhathifi.com/reviews/beats-studio-proRead 6 October 2026No on-head detection. TechGearLab also reports no wear detection.

No8Reviewtomsguide.com/reviews/bose-quietcomfort-headphonesRead 7 October 2026Original 2023 review explicitly says touch controls, wear detection and Find My Headphones key features are missing. Current 2026 comparison separately confirms both generations lack wear detection.

Voice assistant

Siri2Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/support/headphones/studio-proRead 6 October 2026Hey Siri on Apple devices. Press and hold b for the voice assistant on iOS or Android. No Android assistant is named.

Siri2Maker product pagebose.com/p/noise-cancelling-headphones-quietcomfort/quietcomfort-acoustic-noise-cancelling-headphones/QC-HEADPHONEARN-BLK-WW.htmlRead 7 October 2026Exact FAQ names phone native assistant Siri. Generic mobile voice control in manual does not establish built-in Alexa or Google Assistant service.

Comfort and build

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Headband type

Padded11Press articlemacrumors.com/2023/07/19/beats-studio-pro-debutRead 6 October 2026Cushioned headband and padded ear cups.

Padded10Retailer pagebhphotovideo.com/c/product/1785014-REG/bose_884367_0100_quietcomfort_wireless_over_ear_active.htmlRead 7 October 2026Premium Materials section explicitly underside of band uses soft protein-leather-covered foam. Original TechRadar review independently says headband well padded.12Reviewtechradar.com/audio/wireless-headphones/bose-quietcomfort-headphones-reviewRead 7 October 2026Exact original review design calls headband well-padded. Corroborates original Black retailer foam underside.

Headband material

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Protein leather-covered foam with steel reinforcement10Retailer pagebhphotovideo.com/c/product/1785014-REG/bose_884367_0100_quietcomfort_wireless_over_ear_active.htmlRead 7 October 2026Premium Materials section explicitly steel in headband and soft protein-leather-covered foam underside. Maker exact first-generation comparison independently confirms steel reinforcement.

Frame material

Plastic with metal headband reinforcement17Reviewsoundguys.com/beats-studio-pro-review-96146Read 7 October 2026Own review explicitly describes largely plastic construction with metal in the headband holding everything together. No specific metal alloy or every component material claimed.

Steel-reinforced headband9Maker product pagebose.co.uk/stories/bose-quiet-comfort-headphones-second-gen-vs-first-genRead 7 October 2026Exact maker first-generation comparison explicitly describes classic design with steel-reinforced headband. Value scoped to structural headband, not a claim of all-metal earcups.

Ear cup material

Plastic28Reviewjoesge.com/blogs/beats-headphones-repair-guides/studio-pro-wireless-battery-replacementRead 7 October 2026Exact disassembly instructions explicitly refer to inner and outer plastic shells of earcup. Decorative metal trim not classified as plastic.

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Ear pad material

Engineered leather1Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/headphones/studio-pro-wirelessRead 6 October 2026UltraPlush cushions with seamless engineered leather.

Protein leather2Maker product pagebose.com/p/noise-cancelling-headphones-quietcomfort/quietcomfort-acoustic-noise-cancelling-headphones/QC-HEADPHONEARN-BLK-WW.htmlRead 7 October 2026

Replaceable ear pads

Yes29Owner's manualifixit.com/Guide/Beats+Studio+Pro+Earpad+Replacement/183376Read 7 October 2026Exact Studio Pro guide removes original pads and adhesive, cleans housing and installs adhesive replacements. Main resolved ordinary service replacement true. Requires opening pick, cleaning and replacement adhesive, not tool-free removable cushions. Expert Reviews No is different quick-change/service meaning, documented externally.

Yes1Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/4579082941b4e207/original/885443_OG_QC-HEADPHONEARN_en.pdfRead 7 October 2026

Ear pad attachmentiHow a replacement ear pad attaches to the ear cup, not how the decorative outer cover attaches. A press-fit or snap-on pad counts as clip.

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Clip1Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/4579082941b4e207/original/885443_OG_QC-HEADPHONEARN_en.pdfRead 7 October 2026Page 37 cushion removal releases tabs around inside rim, clip attachment.

Ear pad openingiUsable opening inside an ear pad, excluding the outer cushion. Depth is the internal space between pad surface and driver cover.

Width40Height59mm(1.6 × 2.3 in)15Reviewtechgearlab.com/reviews/audio/wireless-headphones/beats-studio-proRead 6 October 2026Measured Ear Cup Size 59 mm H x 40 mm W, described as room for the ear. Depth not given.

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Ear tips included

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Dust and water rating

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User-replaceable parts

Earpads29Owner's manualifixit.com/Guide/Beats+Studio+Pro+Earpad+Replacement/183376Read 7 October 2026Exact DIY guide expressly says users can replace old earpads with new ones in minutes without special skills. Verbatim part Earpads retained. No battery, drivers or headband automatically included. No maker warranty endorsement asserted.

Ear cushions1Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/4579082941b4e207/original/885443_OG_QC-HEADPHONEARN_en.pdfRead 7 October 2026

Software

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Companion app

Beats app2Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/support/headphones/studio-proRead 6 October 2026Beats app is named for Android pairing, firmware updates and finding. Apple devices use system settings.

Bose app1Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/4579082941b4e207/original/885443_OG_QC-HEADPHONEARN_en.pdfRead 7 October 2026

App platforms

Android2Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/support/headphones/studio-proRead 6 October 2026

Android, iOS1Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/4579082941b4e207/original/885443_OG_QC-HEADPHONEARN_en.pdfRead 7 October 2026Page 11 Apple App Store and Google Play listings.

User firmware updates

Yes1Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/headphones/studio-pro-wirelessRead 6 October 2026Over-the-air updates on Apple devices. Beats app on Android.

Yes1Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/4579082941b4e207/original/885443_OG_QC-HEADPHONEARN_en.pdfRead 7 October 2026Manual update/troubleshooting section directs current Bose app updates.

Dimensions and weight

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Headset weightiPublished headset mass without detachable cable or microphone when stated. A fixed cable remains included. Any unqualified maker weight is identified in the source note.

260g(9.2 oz)1Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/headphones/studio-pro-wirelessRead 6 October 2026Specs: Weight 260 g / 9.17 oz. Cable state not stated.

235.9g(8.3 oz)2Maker product pagebose.com/p/noise-cancelling-headphones-quietcomfort/quietcomfort-acoustic-noise-cancelling-headphones/QC-HEADPHONEARN-BLK-WW.htmlRead 7 October 2026Exact original QuietComfort Headphone specification publishes 0.520 lb. Converted using 453.59237 g/lb and rounded to 0.1 g = 235.9 g. Source does not qualify cable inclusion or configuration. Claimed mass, not independent scale result. SoundGuys 240 g table is a secondary spec and does not override maker.

Headset dimensionsiBody size with headband upright and ear cups in their normal wearing position. Width is across the head, height is top to bottom, and depth is front to back. Folded or flat-swivel dimensions are not substituted.

Width178Height181Depth78mm(7 × 7.1 × 3.1 in)5Maker product pageapple.com/shop/product/MQTP3LL/A/beats-studio-pro-wireless-headphones-blackRead 6 October 2026Tech Specs: Height 18.1 cm, Length 17.8 cm, Width 7.8 cm. Length is stored as width across the head and Width as depth. The 18.1 cm height fits the unfolded headset. Headband extension is not stated. The Beats page lists the same values.

Width157Height195.1Depth80mm(6.2 × 7.7 × 3.1 in)2Maker product pagebose.com/p/noise-cancelling-headphones-quietcomfort/quietcomfort-acoustic-noise-cancelling-headphones/QC-HEADPHONEARN-BLK-WW.htmlRead 7 October 2026Exact current maker headphone dimensions 7.68 in H, 6.18 in W, 3.15 in D, converted to mm and rounded to 0.1 mm. Headband extension and fold setting are unspecified. Review 184 x 152 x 76 mm unfolded differs, so the maker is preferred.

Certifications

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FCC ID

BCGA292430Maker spec sheet (PDF)beatsbydre.com/content/dam/beats-support/global/product-safety-and-handling/studio-pro/studiopro-sh-dn.pdfRead 7 October 2026Native maker safety paper, PDF page 2 exact A2924: FCC ID BCGA2924. FCC mirror access unnecessary.

A944373101Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/4579082941b4e207/original/885443_OG_QC-HEADPHONEARN_en.pdfRead 7 October 2026Printed page 4 explicitly gives FCC ID A94437310 for the exact original QuietComfort manual.

Other certifications

CE (EU RED conformity), UKCA (UK Radio Equipment Regulations conformity), ISED Canada (IC: 579C-A2924)30Maker spec sheet (PDF)beatsbydre.com/content/dam/beats-support/global/product-safety-and-handling/studio-pro/studiopro-sh-dn.pdfRead 7 October 2026Native maker PDF page 2 exact A2924 lists ISED Canada IC 579C-A2924 and EU/UK conformity statements. CE and UKCA marks visually checked on rendered page. Self-declared conformity, not independent sound-quality certification.

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In the box

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In the box

Beats Studio Pro headphones, Carrying case, USB-C to USB-C cable for charging and audio, 3.5mm analog audio cable, Quick Start Guide, Warranty card1Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/headphones/studio-pro-wirelessRead 6 October 2026USB-C power adapter sold separately.

Bose QuietComfort Headphones, Carry case, USB-A to USB-C cable, 3.5 mm to 2.5 mm audio cable with microphone, Safety Sheet1Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/4579082941b4e207/original/885443_OG_QC-HEADPHONEARN_en.pdfRead 7 October 2026Page 10 illustrates the headphones, case and two cables. The current exact product page additionally names the Safety Sheet. No airline adapter or SC soft-case bundle is included.2Maker product pagebose.com/p/noise-cancelling-headphones-quietcomfort/quietcomfort-acoustic-noise-cancelling-headphones/QC-HEADPHONEARN-BLK-WW.htmlRead 7 October 2026Current exact original QuietComfort product What is in the box list explicitly includes the Safety Sheet alongside headphones, carry case and two cables. The current manual identifies the analog cable as including a microphone.

Cables includediSupplied playback, charging, dongle and adapter cables. A permanently attached headset cable is included and named as fixed.

ABeats Studio Pro

Type	Count
USB-C to USB-C cable for charging and audio	1
3.5mm analog audio cable	1

Source1Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/headphones/studio-pro-wirelessRead 6 October 2026Cable lengths not published.

BBose QuietComfort Headphones (2023)

Type	Length (m)	Count
USB-A to USB-C charging cable	0.3048	1
2.5 mm to 3.5 mm audio cable with inline microphone	Not available	1

Source2Maker product pagebose.com/p/noise-cancelling-headphones-quietcomfort/quietcomfort-acoustic-noise-cancelling-headphones/QC-HEADPHONEARN-BLK-WW.htmlRead 7 October 2026Maker box USB-A to C 12 in, exact conversion 0.3048 m. Analog cable length not given.

Carrying caseiSupplied carrying case or pouch. A retail carton does not count as a carrying case.

Soft15Reviewtechgearlab.com/reviews/audio/wireless-headphones/beats-studio-proRead 6 October 2026Soft case. RTINGS calls it a soft carrying pouch. MacRumors describes semi-rigid woven fabric.

Hard2Maker product pagebose.com/p/noise-cancelling-headphones-quietcomfort/quietcomfort-acoustic-noise-cancelling-headphones/QC-HEADPHONEARN-BLK-WW.htmlRead 7 October 2026Exact product specifications states Product Case Material Leather (Hard). This applies standard model, not QuietComfort SC soft-case package.

Links

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Product page

www.beatsbydre.com/headphones/studio-pro-wireless1Maker product pagebeatsbydre.com/headphones/studio-pro-wirelessRead 6 October 2026

www.bose.com/p/noise-cancelling-headphones-quietcomfort/quietcomfort-acoustic-noise-cancelling-headphones/QC-HEADPHONEARN-BLK-WW.html2Maker product pagebose.com/p/noise-cancelling-headphones-quietcomfort/quietcomfort-acoustic-noise-cancelling-headphones/QC-HEADPHONEARN-BLK-WW.htmlRead 7 October 2026Current maker page of the original QuietComfort. The page carries generic Immersive Audio app text that does not fit the original QC manual. No Immersive Audio or CustomTune claims are stored. The page has conflicting quick charge claims: the FAQ says 15 min for 4 h and the original QC comparison says 15 min for 2.5 h. The FAQ pair is stored from the separate first-generation page. The published 0.520 lb is stored as the converted maker claim of 235.9 g. The secondary 240 g table does not override the maker. No shell or headband materials are assigned from the generic Metal/Plastic/Leather product-material list. The adaptive call microphone wording does not identify DSP versus AI processing, so microphone_noise_reduction is omitted.

Spec sheet

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www.bose.com/p/noise-cancelling-headphones-quietcomfort/quietcomfort-acoustic-noise-cancelling-headphones/QC-HEADPHONEARN-BLK-WW.html2Maker product pagebose.com/p/noise-cancelling-headphones-quietcomfort/quietcomfort-acoustic-noise-cancelling-headphones/QC-HEADPHONEARN-BLK-WW.htmlRead 7 October 2026

Manual

support.apple.com/guide/beats/use-beatsstudiopro-dev9148780ba/web3Owner's manualsupport.apple.com/guide/beats/use-beatsstudiopro-dev9148780ba/webRead 6 October 2026Apple Beats User Guide chapter Use your Beats Studio Pro, current guide for iOS 27. No PDF manual found.

assets.bosecreative.com/m/4579082941b4e207/original/885443_OG_QC-HEADPHONEARN_en.pdf1Owner's manualassets.bosecreative.com/m/4579082941b4e207/original/885443_OG_QC-HEADPHONEARN_en.pdfRead 7 October 2026Current 46-page original QuietComfort owner guide AM885443-0010, 2026 revision. Cover says QuietComfort Headphones. Regulatory model 437310 is on page 6. Controls pages 12-21, battery 27, wired 30, storage 35 and cushion tabs 37 checked.

EPREL registration numberiId in the EU energy label database. Each size or model of a series has its own id, so it is per variant.

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Warranty

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Manufacturer warranty (source market)iThe maker's warranty period for the exact SKU or configuration and market named in the source note. It applies only to that stated market, not every regional variant. Statutory consumer rights are excluded. The base term is stored. An extension that needs registration goes in the source note.

1year16Maker product pageapple.com/legal/warranty/products/accessory-warranty-english.htmlRead 6 October 2026US English: Apple One (1) Year Limited Warranty for Apple-branded or Beats-branded hardware from original retail purchase.

1year2Maker product pagebose.com/p/noise-cancelling-headphones-quietcomfort/quietcomfort-acoustic-noise-cancelling-headphones/QC-HEADPHONEARN-BLK-WW.htmlRead 7 October 2026US product page Bose 1-Year Limited Warranty section explicitly states one year, included with all Bose products. This is the US scope, not a worldwide statutory-warranty claim.

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