AUDIO ENGINEER REVIEWS The Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro (3 Month Review)

Summary

Tech Today's in-depth review examines the Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro from an audio engineer's perspective, comparing them to the Galaxy Buds 2 Pro and Apple's AirPods Pro. The video discusses design, comfort, battery life, connectivity, and sound quality, highlighting the Buds 3 Pro's improved ANC and transparency modes. It also covers microphone performance, the new adaptive EQ feature, and the product's fit within the competitive earbud market, concluding that while they may not be the top choice for everyone, they are a well-rounded option with notable enhancements.

Takeaways

• 🎧 The Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro have been redesigned with a stem similar to the AirPods Pro, featuring a blade shape and a white LED light strip for visual feedback.
• 🔄 The earbuds have been reported to have issues with the ear tips breaking off, prompting Samsung to pause sales and address the problem proactively.
• 🔊 Samsung has improved the ANC (Active Noise Cancellation) and transparency mode in the Galaxy Buds 3 Pro, offering better performance compared to the previous generation.
• 📶 The Buds 3 Pro support Bluetooth 5.4 and include features like spatial audio and lossless audio support, enhancing the audio experience for compatible devices.
• 🔉 The microphone quality has been enhanced with a 'super clear call' feature, which captures voice up to a frequency range of 16 kHz, but this feature is exclusive to Samsung Galaxy devices.
• 👂 The earbuds have a customizable EQ through the Galaxy Wear app, including a 9-band EQ option, allowing users to adjust sound to their preference.
• 💬 The review suggests that while the Galaxy Buds 3 Pro have improved significantly, they may not be the best choice for those seeking the best audio quality out of the box or a robust 'find my' feature.
• 💰 The Galaxy Buds 3 Pro are priced at $249.99, and the regular Buds 3 at $179.99, offering options for those in the Samsung ecosystem looking for high-quality earbuds.
• 🔧 The Buds 3 Pro's sound signature is more subdued in the high end and punchier in the low end, which can be adjusted using the customizable EQ for a more personalized sound.
• 📲 The review emphasizes the importance of the earbuds' compatibility with Android devices and the ability to carry over EQ settings across different devices.
• 🛒 The reviewer concludes that the Galaxy Buds 3 Pro are a well-rounded option with great ANC and transparency, suitable for those in the Samsung ecosystem and willing to customize their EQ settings.

Q & A

Who is the reviewer of the Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro in the script?

The reviewer is Brandon, who had early access to the Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro and has been using them for nearly 3 months.

What is the reviewer's profession that influences his perspective on the Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro?

The reviewer is an audio engineer, which allows him to provide an in-depth and technical review of the earbuds.

What are the two color options for the Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro case mentioned in the script?

The two color options for the Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro case are silver and white.

What design feature of the Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro case is said to be similar to the AirPods Pro 2 case?

The Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro case has a design similar to the AirPods Pro 2 case, with a transparent top flap and flat sides on the top and bottom, allowing it to be set down in any orientation.

What is the IP rating of the Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro, and what does it indicate about the earbuds?

The Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro have an IP57 rating, which indicates they are water and dust resistant.

What is the issue with the ear tips of the Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro that some users have reported?

Some users have reported that the ear tips of the Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro can rip off when trying to remove them from the earbud, possibly due to the material being thinner.

Why did Samsung pause the sale of the Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro?

Samsung paused the sale of the Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro to address additional reports of ear tips ripping, ensuring it's not a widespread issue before the product is widely available.

What is the battery life difference between the Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro and the Buds 2 Pro?

The Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro offer 6 hours of listening time on a single charge with an additional 26 hours with the case, which is 1 hour more on a single charge and 8 hours more with the case compared to the Buds 2 Pro.

What is the significance of the 'super clear call' feature on the Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro, and what devices does it work with?

The 'super clear call' feature on the Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro is designed to provide a higher quality of voice capture up to a frequency range of 16 kHz, making it more transparent and similar to the sound of a phone's built-in microphone. However, this feature only works with Samsung Galaxy Devices.

What is the main improvement in the Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro over the Buds 2 Pro in terms of ANC and transparency mode?

The main improvement in the Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro over the Buds 2 Pro is in the ANC (Active Noise Cancellation) and transparency mode, where the Buds 3 Pro provide better noise cancellation and a more natural sound in transparency mode, making them more comparable to the AirPods Pro 2.

What is the difference between the Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro and the regular Buds 3 in terms of drivers?

The Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro feature a dual driver setup, with one driver for the low end and one for the mids and highs, allowing for greater clarity and separation between frequency ranges. The regular Buds 3, on the other hand, only have a single driver.

What new feature does the Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro offer in terms of EQ customization?

The Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro offer a new 9-band EQ option within the Galaxy Wear app, allowing users to adjust the sound to their desired taste, which is a first for Samsung's earbud lineup.

How does the Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro perform in terms of call quality when using the 'super clear call' feature?

The 'super clear call' feature on the Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro provides a noticeable improvement in call quality, making the voice sound more transparent and closer to what it would sound like when using the phone's built-in microphone.

What is the price difference between the Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro and the regular Buds 3 at list price?

The Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro are priced at $249.99, while the regular Buds 3 are priced at $179.99 at list price.

What is the reviewer's final verdict on the Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro in comparison to the AirPods Pro 2 for Android users?

While the Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro are a significant improvement and offer solid sound, they are not quite the AirPods Pro 2 for Android, as they still need improvements in certain areas like out-of-the-box sound quality and robust 'find my' feature. However, with custom EQ, they can be a great choice for well-rounded earbuds with excellent ANC and transparency modes.

Outlines

00:00

🎧 Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro In-Depth Review

Brandon, an audio engineer, shares his extensive experience with the Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro after using them for three months. He compares them with the Galaxy Buds 2 Pro and the Apple AirPods Pro, noting design similarities and unique features like the 'blade' stem design and LED light strip. Concerns about build quality and ear tip issues are mentioned, alongside the product's pause in sales for quality control. The video promises an immersive review, focusing on audio performance, comfort, and new features like IP57 water and dust resistance, and the departure from the Jelly Bean design.

05:00

🔊 Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro Features and Comparison

The script discusses the Buds 3 Pro's design, control features, and battery life, comparing them with the AirPods Pro. It mentions the new swipe gestures, Bluetooth 5.4 support, and Live Broadcast support. The Buds 3 Pro's ANC and call quality improvements are highlighted, along with the 'Super Clear Call' feature. A sponsored segment for LG vacuum cleaners is included, and the script notes the earbuds' audio performance in various environments, including a normal room, a cafe, and a windy situation. The video promises objective tests to evaluate call quality and ANC performance.

10:01

📉 Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro ANC and Transparency Test Results

The paragraph presents the results of objective tests for the Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro's ANC and transparency modes, comparing them with the Buds 2 Pro and Buds 3. It details the improvements in call quality and noise cancellation, noting the earbuds' ability to automatically switch between ANC and transparency modes based on context. The Buds 3 Pro's ANC is said to be on par with the AirPods Pro in most cases but falls short in terms of cabin pressure. The transparency mode is praised for its natural sound, despite some artificiality in the upper mid-range.

15:03

🎶 Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro Sound Quality and Customization

The script delves into the sound quality of the Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro, discussing the default sound signature and the impact of the dual driver setup. It highlights the availability of a 9-band EQ in the Galaxy Wear app, which is a first for Samsung's earbud lineup, allowing for extensive sound customization. The influence of Samsung's ownership of Harmon and the 'Harman curve' on the earbuds' tuning is mentioned. The paragraph also addresses the difference in sound quality between the Samsung Galaxy Fold 6 and the Apple iPhone when used with the earbuds.

20:03

📱 Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro: Final Verdict and Recommendations

The final paragraph provides a conclusion to the review, discussing the suitability of the Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro for different users. It mentions the earbuds' strengths, such as improved ANC and transparency, the best-in-class microphones for Samsung device users, and the customization options available with the 9-band EQ. The paragraph also addresses the earbuds' shortcomings, including the lack of robust 'Find My' capabilities and the need for EQ adjustments for optimal sound quality. The Buds 3 Pro's price and the reviewer's personal opinion on their value are shared, along with a disclosure about the video's sponsorship and the reviewer's affiliation with Samsung.

Keywords

💡Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro

The Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro are the main subject of the video script, representing the latest wireless earbuds from Samsung. They are being evaluated from the perspective of an audio engineer, highlighting their features, improvements, and potential drawbacks. The script discusses their design, comfort, sound quality, and ANC (Active Noise Cancellation) capabilities in comparison to previous models and competitors.

💡Audio Engineer

An audio engineer is a professional who specializes in the production and manipulation of sound in various contexts, such as music production, live sound reinforcement, and audio equipment testing. In the script, the reviewer's perspective as an audio engineer lends credibility to the in-depth analysis of the earbuds' audio performance and technical specifications.

💡Active Noise Cancellation (ANC)

Active Noise Cancellation is a technology used in headphones and earbuds to reduce unwanted ambient sounds by producing inverse sound waves that cancel out the noise. The script discusses the ANC performance of the Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro, comparing it to previous models and noting improvements in this area.

💡Transparency Mode

Transparency mode is a feature in earbuds and headphones that allows external sounds to be heard clearly, either by allowing ambient noise in or by amplifying it. The script mentions the Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro's transparency mode and how it has been improved to provide a more natural sound experience.

💡Adaptive Noise Control

Adaptive Noise Control is a feature that automatically adjusts the level of noise cancellation or transparency based on the user's environment or context. The script describes how the Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro use this feature to switch between ANC and transparency modes seamlessly.

💡Earbuds

Earbuds are small, portable headphones that fit directly into the ear canal, providing a personal audio listening experience. The script reviews the Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro, discussing their design, comfort, and functionality as a type of earbud.

💡Bluetooth 5.4

Bluetooth 5.4 is the latest version of the Bluetooth wireless communication standard, offering improved range, speed, and efficiency. The script mentions that the Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro support Bluetooth 5.4, which contributes to their stable connection and compatibility with various devices.

💡Harman

Harman is a company known for its audio brands, including JBL, AKG, and others. It is also known for the Harman curve, a reference target for tuning sound. The script notes that Samsung, which owns Harman, has used this expertise to influence the sound tuning of the Galaxy Buds 3 Pro.

💡Custom EQ

Custom EQ refers to the ability to adjust the equalization settings of audio output to suit personal preferences or specific content. The script discusses the availability of a 9-band EQ in the Samsung Galaxy Wear app, allowing users to customize the sound of the Galaxy Buds 3 Pro.

💡Super Clear Call

Super Clear Call is a feature of the Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro that aims to improve the clarity of voice calls by capturing a wider frequency range of the user's voice. The script evaluates this feature and notes that it is only available when used with a Samsung Galaxy device.

💡Find My Device

Find My Device is a feature that helps locate lost or misplaced devices, such as earbuds, by making them emit a sound or showing their last known location. The script mentions the Find My Device feature of the Samsung Galaxy Buds 3 Pro and notes its limitations compared to other products.

Highlights

Samsung Galaxy buds 3 Pro review from an audio engineer's perspective.

Comparison with Galaxy buds 2 Pro and factors to determine if the buds 3 Pro is suitable for the user.

Design similarities with AirPods Pro and potential overshadowing of the Galaxy buds 3 Pro's strengths.

New case design departure from the ring box and comparison to AirPods Pro 2 case.

Concerns about the quality and durability of the paint finish on the buds.

Reports of misaligned earbuds and potential issues with the seal.

IP57 water and dust resistance of the earbuds.

Adoption of a stem design similar to Apple AirPods but referred to as a 'blade' by Samsung.

Introduction of swipe gestures in addition to squeeze gestures for user interaction.

Samsung's pause of sales and pull from shelves due to ear tip issues.

Battery life improvements over the Galaxy buds 2 Pro with ANC on.

Support for Bluetooth 5.4 and LE Audio for better connection stability.

Adaptive noise control feature that adjusts between ANC and transparency modes based on context.

Improvements in microphone quality and 'Super Clear Call' feature for better call clarity.

Comparison of call quality between Galaxy buds 2 Pro and 3 Pro.

Sound quality assessment and comparison with previous models.

Introduction of a 9-band EQ option in the Galaxy Wear app for customized sound tuning.

Price points for the Samsung Galaxy buds 3 Pro and the regular buds 3.

Final verdict on whether the Samsung Galaxy buds 3 Pro is a suitable choice for various user needs.

Transcripts

hey friend Brandon here these are the

new Samsung Galaxy buds 3 Pro and I've

been using them for nearly 3 months now

as I had early access to them for quite

some time and I have a lot of thoughts

in this in-depth immersive review from

the perspective of an audio engineer

you'll be able to deeply understand and

experience the differences and

improvements from the Galaxy buds 2 Pro

and the factors that will help you

determine whether or not the Samsung

Galaxy buds 3 Pro is for or not for you

also talk about the Galaxy buds 3 here

and there make sure you wear headphones

or earbuds in both ears to get the best

experience in the submersive review

because this is Tech

today when I first saw the Samsung

Galaxy buds 3 Pro I couldn't help but

think about the obvious they look like

copies of the airpods pro too in many

ways that's true to a shocking degree

but some differences are unique to the

Galaxy buds 3 Pro still its appearance

and similarities with the airpods Pro 2

could overshadow its strengths and value

so that's why you're watching this video

to find out what those strengths and its

value is is the case leaves behind the

ring box design for something similar to

the airpods pro two case but it has a

transparent top flap with flat sides on

the top and bottom which allows you to

set down the case in any orientation

there are two colorways silver and white

the silver has a more matte finish but

the paint or finish comes across as

cheap especially compared to the soft

touch matte finish on the Galaxy buds 2

Pro I'd be afraid that the paint would

scratch off over time because of how it

looks and feels but I haven't

experienced that yet so hopefully that

REM remains so I'm hearing some reports

that people are actually having some

misaligned earbuds on the seal or the

two parts of the earb but itself this is

actually something that I have noticed

on the airpods Pro 2 as well maybe that

form factor is a little bit hard to get

it to line up perfectly but with that

you have a lip and when that lip is

there that means it's more prone to

being snagged on things which it may

scratch the paint there is a a post I

sound I found on Twitter or X that does

have a little bit of a snippet there the

ip57 water and dust resistant earbuds

depart from the Jelly Bean design that

they've used for prior models they

adopted a stem design that has become so

common because of the popularity of the

Apple airpods however Samsung doesn't

want it to be called a stem they want to

call it a

blade yeah I know at least they put a

white LED light strip on it that

illuminates when you open or close a

case or in pairing mode or using the

find my feature or you squeeze both

earbuds simultaneously to illuminate

them besides looking neat there's not

much function to them and if that's the

case I wish that it was RGB and you

could control in the app because that

would be super cool as for comfort and

feel the Samsung Galaxy buds 3 is

essentially the same as airpods Pro 2 as

it shares the same bulb shape and even

the ear tip attachment style that was

previously only found on the airpods Pro

2 and that design avoids having the

connection Point jut into your ear canal

but puts the rigidity into the ear tip

itself so it's fit to size and that's

quite a coincidence if not purpose

interestingly with those ear tips some

people are having issues where they try

to remove it from the earbud itself and

that little rigidity in the ear tip just

breaks off this is not something I've

ever experienced on the airpods Pro 2 so

perhaps the material that's being used

on the Galaxy buds 3 Pro is thinner in

my experience whenever I take out the

earbud it comes unfed every single time

that may be an indication that the

material is not as robust as the Apple

airpods Pro 2 oh man another update

while I'm editing this video so

unfortunate thing Samsung has paused the

sale of the Samsung Galaxy buds 3 Pro

and pull them from the shelves

apparently there are some additional

reports of some people having the ear

tips ripped and they want to address

that and make sure that it's not

something that's going to be widespread

and if it is that they alleviate any

sort of issue with that so that you can

get these in your hands as soon as

possible and you can enjoy them as you

watch the rest of this review it'll kind

of make sense why it's good that this is

being addressed right away so you can

get them in your hands soon also I can

say that in the 3 months that I've been

using these I haven't personally had an

issue with it and I've changed the ear

tips multiple times I have to actually

in order to capture some of the samples

from the earbuds to work with my

microphone concoction and then switch it

back so I can actually use them for

myself personally I haven't had an issue

with it but if other people are having

issues with it it definitely needs to be

dealt with and so I'm glad that's being

worked on uh so I commend Samsung for

for doing that and uh hopefully everyone

can use these soon whether or not a copy

this is good since so many people have

told me that the previous Galaxy buds

Pro would not fit in the ears just

because of the shape the normal buds for

are like the normal airpods as they do

not go into the ear but sit outside of

it like the buds 3 Pro the same sensors

and sensor placement mimic what apple is

doing down to the proximity sensor that

responds to flesh rather than light for

those who had an allergic reaction to

the buds 2 Pro the previous generation

as far as I can tell the materials that

they are using here are not here anymore

and the charging points are located on

the bottom of the blade just like the

airpods pro I'd imagine you won't have

the same allergic reactions but let me

know if you do in the comments I can't

help but think that Samsung is trying to

avoid comments about these being a

direct copy of the airpods Pro 2 so the

stem design does feel like a change for

change sake it has this unique polygonal

angular shape which is unfortunately

rather uncomfortable when interacting

with the squeeze gesture than a typical

stem you'll naturally reach for the

pointed sides of the stem rather than

the flatter ones and when you're are

reaching for it you're grasping for the

area closest to your cheekbone which

means there's not much room and for me

that means I'm touching my face but

there's more than pinch gestures there

are Now swipe gestures which I love the

placement differs from what you'd find

on the airpods pro two since the swipe

area is on the back instead of the front

so you'll have to use your thumb instead

of your pointer finger to adjust the

volume and some people prefer this some

don't I personally don't but it's hard

to not see this as another change for

change sake despite the unpolished

physical interactions due to the form

factor I'm glad there are both squeeze

and swipe gestures so you can have your

typical interactions and swipe volume

controls on both earbuds that's great

news for solo earbud wearers like me

most earbuds don't have that and it

makes me bummed every time I review an

earbud without it the Samsung Galaxy

buds 3 Pro is one of the few earbuds

with this combination of interactions so

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video with ANC on the Samsung Galaxy Bud

3 pro has 6 hours of listening time on

one char with an additional 26 hours

with the case and the buds 3 has 5 hours

of listing on one charge and 24 hours of

additional battery life with the case

the buds 3 pro has 1 hour more listing

time on a single charge than the buds 2

Pro and eight hours more charge with the

case so this is a fantastic change and

that's kind of one of the benefits of

having a stem you can soar more in the

bud itself like a larger battery you can

charge the buds in the case with USBC or

wireless charging but it does not have

tat2 or mag safe support so you won't be

able use all those neat magnetic

accessories and for those wondering you

have to charge it from the back you

can't set it down from the bottom and

wirelessly charge it it's supports

Bluetooth 5.4 and led audio which means

it has great solid connection even at

longer distances and across my house

whether Upstairs Downstairs or far along

with Bluetooth 5.4 is or cast support

which allows connecting to available

broadcast networks like airport Gates

TVs at a bar or restaurant Live Events

and Samsung TVs without needing to take

out your earbuds I'm very excited about

forecast if you have a Samsung Galaxy

Device you can utilize the same lower

latency gaming mode as in the past but

is not available on non- Galaxy devices

if you have high quality audio turned on

you won't be able to use this gaming

mode essentially using wired earbuds or

headphones is the best route for

professional gaming 360 audio support

continues which will help provide a more

immersive experience while watching

content like movies on your phone or

Samsung TV using it for VR AR or

recording binaural audio on a Samsung

Galaxy device in the pro video mode it's

a reports SSC lossless 24-bit 96 khz

audio which is a high-end codec for high

quality sound alternatively and not to

be confused with bit rate or sample rate

they do state that it supports a

frequency output from 20 HZ up to 40 khz

which is like marketing and it's just

not practical the human he range goes up

to 20 khz so 40 khz is only helpful if

you're a dolphin so don't fall for the

marketing nonsense the Galaxy Bud 3 Pro

also supports find my device where the

blades illuminate and beep loudly to

help you find it oddly I could only get

this feature to work if the lid was open

or the earbuds were outside of the case

that means that you cannot search for it

if both the earbuds are in the case and

the lid it is closed unfortunately it

does not have Ultra wideband support so

it doesn't support precise location data

that is live and upto-date that you can

search for in augmented reality it

doesn't have that great experience that

you get from the airpods Pro 2 or

Samsung smart tag which is unfortunate

because that's a fantastic quality of

life feature at least you can have your

phone notify you if you leave your buds

behind so I guess there is that still

not as good one area that Samsung

emphasized and said they improved from

the Galaxy buds 2 Pro was the microphone

there are improvements with the mic

being closer and pointed at your mouth

because of that stem and a new super

clear call feature that provides a

capture quality of your voice up to a

frequency range of 16 khz which would

match what it sounds like if you talk

into your actual phone using that mic

instead of the earbuds this should make

it more transparent in High Fidelity

than your typical Bluetooth earbud which

is ironic worse sounding than the cliche

telephone sound so this could be a big

deal unfortunately capturing super clear

calls is only possible with a Samsung

Galaxy Device either way what they say

and what reality is needs to be

determined so let's conduct some

objective test to see how they perform

and let the results speak for themselves

this is what the Samsung Galaxy buds 2

Pro would sound like if I calling

someone keep in mind that this does not

have super clear call capability this is

what a super clear call sounds like on

the same Samsung Galaxy buds 3 Pro do

you notice a notable difference in call

Quality between the buds 2 Pro and the

buds 3 Pro this is what the Samsung

Galaxy buds 3 nonpr Model sounds like it

also has super clear call capability

what do you think about the quality of

the phone calls between all three

earbuds this is what a zoom call would

sound like if you're using the Samsung

Galaxy buds 2 Pro this is what a zoom

call would sound like if you're using

the Samsung Galaxy buds 3 Pro keep in

mind that this would not benefit from

the super clear call feature by the way

I do have custom eqs available for the

Samsung Galaxy buds 3 Pro and the buds 3

and they're available for channel

members this is what the Samsung Galaxy

buds 2 Pro would sound like in a normal

quiet room this is what the Samsung

Galaxy buds 3 Pro would sound like if

you are in a normal quiet room a Super

Chat feature is also available to send a

tip if you want to help support content

like this this is what the Samsung

Galaxy buds 2 Pro would sound like in a

simulated Cafe environment how do you

think it sounds amongst all the ambient

noise this is what the Samsung Galaxy

Buzz 3 Pro would sound like in a

simulated Cafe environment do you hear

my voice nice and clearly amongst all

the cafe noise of course there are

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no additional cost to you this is what

the Samsung Galaxy buds 2 Pro W unlik

any windy simulated environment with

that fan pointed at near good hear a

bunch of uh window noise on it this is

what the Samsung Galaxy buds 3 Pro would

sound like in a simulated Wy environment

right now I have a fan pointed directly

at the earbud do you notice a lot of

wind noise or not yeah and I also want

to say thanks so much for watching this

video and make sure you share it with

other

people the Samsung Galaxy Bud 3 pro has

new adaptive noise control features that

move between ANC and transparency modes

depending on the context if it detects a

siren from an ambulance or you're having

a discussion it will automatically into

transparency mode and lower your

listening volume it does this better

than a lot of other options out there

for earbuds because it doesn't announce

this adaptive change every time it

changes over which is really distracting

these features are great because you

don't have to manually change between

settings this is especially helpful when

you have your hands full so I appreciate

this being included but some things to

note thec strength is reduced in

adaptive mode compared to having it off

and manually choosing your awareness

mode the regular Galaxy buds 3 also has

a andc but it's mild since it's an outer

ear design so there's not a direct seal

to go into your ear canal and because of

that it will only mildly reduce external

noises if there was one area that was

lacking a lot from the buds 2 Pro it was

the ANC and transparency performance it

was subpar and even below average making

it challenging to suggest as it wasn't

well-rounded compared to many other

options out there so did the buds 3 Pro

change that let's have the objective

tests speak for themselves and I'll

share more of my thoughts after the

normal bud stre is omitted because of

its design and my inability to capture

quality objective tests due to that

Design This is what the Samsung Galaxy

buds 2 Pro would sound like in a quiet

room with transparency mode on how does

it sound this is what the Samsung Galaxy

buds 3 Pro sound like in a quiet room

while in transparency mode and yes those

are pieces of meat on the sensors to

make it work this is what the Samsung

Galaxy buds 2 Pro would sound like in a

quiet room with ANC on how's it

performing this is what the Samsung

Galaxy buds 3 Pro would sound like Inc

mode in a quiet room how do you think it

sounds this is what the Samsung Galaxy

buds 2 Pro would sound like in ass

simulated Cafe environment with

transparency mode on this is what the

transparency mode sound like in a

simulated Cafe environment how do you

think it sounds this is what the Samsung

Galaxy buds 2 Pro would sound like with

an on in a simulated Cafe envir

this is what thec sounds like in a

simulated Cafe environment how do you

think it

sounds this is what the Samsung Galaxy

buds 2 Pro would sound like in ambient

mode with a simulated windy environment

with a fan turn on how well is it

rejecting the wind noise this is what

the transparency mode sounds like in a

simulated windy environment with the fan

pointed directly at the earbuds how do

you think think it sounds how do you

think it sounds sounds like it's

actually like

reducing the volume on it

interes did you hear it move up there

when it stopped hearing all the wind

noise interesting this is what the

Samsung Galaxy buds 2 Pro would sound

like withc turn on and a simulated windy

environment with the fan pointed at it

this this is what the ANC sounds like in

assimilated windy environment how do you

think it's handling it how do you think

it's handl it so what did you notice

personally I'm thrilled with the

Improvement Samsung has made regarding

ANC and transparency it can finally keep

up with apple airpods Pro 2 but we'll

verify that in my comprehensive

comparison video coming later at times

thec performed better than the airpods

Pro 2 while on a recent flight but in

most cases it was about unpar the area

that the airpods Pro 2 typically pulled

ahead for ANC was the higher end of the

frequency range for the noise that you'd

hear on a plane the Galaxy buds 3 Pro

also has a touch of noticeable cabin

pressure on the ear while ANC is turned

on and that puts it behind its

competitors the transparency mode has

dramatically improved over the prior

generation with a far more natural sound

than the Galaxy buds 2 Pros more low

Fidelity sound the buds 3 Pro feels more

High Fidelity and natural there is a

bump in the upper mid-range a giveaway

that it's still an artificial

replication through the earbuds well

it's not as great as what you find find

on the airpods Pro 2 or Bose Quite

Comfort Ultras it's still much better

than the average I commend Samsung for

really making some strides with its ANC

and transparency it has removed a point

I was always stuck on when people ask me

if they should get the Galaxy buds Pro

Models some people know this but Samsung

owns Harmon which is known for their

many audio Brands like JBL AKG and more

they're also known for their work and

research on the Harmon curve a reference

Target for tuning the sound to the

average person's taste and what they

would likely enjoy while this research

is more complicated for earbuds over

headphones this history expertise and

influence logically leads one to believe

that the Samsung Galaxy buds 3 Pro are

excellent sounding and sound like what

an audio file would want right well not

quite the Samsung Galaxy Bud 3 Pro

default sound isn't bad by any means

it's solid but more subdued in the

highend this leads to a more muffled

darker sound that needs more clarity and

energy on the high end this is a

departure from the sound of the original

Galaxy buds Pro which I like the most in

terms of the default sound within the

Samsung Galaxy buds Pro lineup and I

still do but this gets more nuanced the

lowend on it feels Punchy and manages to

avoid that bloated sound that so many

earbuds are prone to having that may be

due to the Dual driver setup in the buds

3 Pro one for the lowend and one for the

mids in highs this makes it possible to

have greater Clarity and separation

between frequency ranges rather than

having a single driver trying to carry

the entire load the regular Galaxy buds

3 only has one driver is less full

sounding and has more significant

mid-range issues due to its outer ear

design let's listen to a sound sample

that shows you the difference between

the buds 2 Pro and the buds 3 Pro on its

default

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heyyyyy it's important to emphasize that

drivers in bit rates are only a part of

what makes up what you hear think of it

as the tools to create something it

gives Samsung the capability to do

something but the capability alone

doesn't make it good the actual sound

comes down to multiple other factors

like fit but most importantly the DSP or

Digital Signal processing or more easily

understood as the tuning you can

experience the dsp's effects by

utilizing the Adaptive EQ by toggling it

on and off and seeing how it adjusts the

tuning based upon your ear canal shape

and size some preset EQ options are

available in the Galaxy Weare app for

generalized tuning options for those

unfamiliar with eqing but it gets even

better the Samsung Galaxy buds 3 Pro and

buds 3 are the first earbuds in their

lineup That Samsung has provided a N9

band EQ option within the G Galaxy Weare

app that allows you to adjust the sound

to your desired taste this is huge and

allows you to have an EQ applied

globally regardless of the app or

streaming service that you're using

previously you had to use wavelet to get

a custom EQ and that was only available

on Android now all you need is a Galaxy

Weare app in an Android phone and your

EQ settings are stored on the device

which means you can adjust the EQ on an

Android device with the Galaxy Weare app

and it'll carry that tuning over to your

laptop or even an iPhone which is

fantastic fantastic now I was able to

notice that the sound quality between

the Samsung Galaxy fold 6 that I have

and the Apple iPhone that I had was

quite a bit different and that's

probably because of the high resolution

tuning or codec that you have available

on your Samsung device which is kind of

neat to see because the iPhone uses a

lower quality codec called AAC so codecs

do make a difference but still not as

much as the tuning while the 9B EQ is

still less robust than the nothing ear

2024's advanced EQ this is still better

than what we've had in the past and it

makes a massive difference to me with my

custom EQ I can get a sound that lightly

adjusts the low end to make it punchier

and adds energy and Clarity to the high

end this is a massive difference

compared to the default EQ here's a

sample to hear the

[Music]

difference I need a

to I need

I need a

bre Paradise I need

[Music]

a now if you want access to my custom EQ

for the Samsung Galaxy buds 3 Pro and

buds 3 and many other earbuds and

headphones they're available for channel

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this thank you so is the Samsung Galaxy

buds 3 Pro for you well unfortunately if

you want the best audio file quality

sound out of the box the Galaxy buds 3

Pro may not be for you if you don't mind

tinkering have an Android phone have

access to my custom EQ and want a more

audio file sound the Galaxy buds 3 Pro

or normal buds 3 may be for you

unfortunately the Galaxy buds 3 Pro is

not for you if you need an earbud with a

robust upto-date find my capability if

you're in the Samsung ecosystem the

Samsung Galaxy buz 3 Pro will benefit

you so it might be an excellent fit

especially for super clear calls if you

previously had comfort and fit issues

with prior generations of the Galaxy

buds you should check out the buds 3 Pro

as it might be a good fit for you if

you're sensitive to ANC ear pressure or

the cabin pressure you might find the

Galaxy Bud 3 Pro a bit uncomfortable at

times it's not super severe but it's

still a little bit there if you want the

best sounding microphones that I've ever

heard on an Android phone with earbuds

bluetooth earbuds and you have a Samsung

Galaxy Device you should definitely get

the Samsung Galaxy buds 3 or 3 Pro this

is just crazy if you're on Android and

you've been looking for a well-rounded

earbud with great ANC and transparency

the Galaxy Bud 3 Pro is a great choice

if you're looking for option that does

not go inside your ear canal but since

outside the normal buds 3 are a solid

option especially with my custom EQ the

Samsung Galaxy buds 3 Pro cost

$249.99 and the normal bud3 cost

$179.99 at list price if the Galaxy buds

3 Pro or the buds 3 are for you

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channel if you click on them before you

purchase them over the past couple of

years the earbud space has become far

more competitive than ever and whether

the Galaxy buds 3 Pro is for me has

become more complex than ever which is

honestly a good thing that means many

great options are out there now and the

Galaxy buds 3 Pro is among that group so

is it for me well I would say the Galaxy

buds 3 Pro is for me but it has some

caveats while the Samsung Galaxy buds 3

Pro is a F Improvement and they have a

solid sound they're different from what

I want out of the box they still need

that robust fine my feature like the

airpods Pro 2 and the sound could be

more energized and more clear on the top

end while I prefer other earbuds for

sound out of the box like the nothing

ear 2024 or the technic a80 they often

need improvements in other areas like

ANC in transparency mode software

battery life or EAS in reliability of

pairing in connectivity with my custom

EQ I can get the sound I want for daily

use across all my devices I would be

more more than happy to suggest the

Samsung Galaxy buds 3 Pro as long as you

have my custom EQ thec and transparency

modes are amongst the best out there and

the swipe gestures are on the earbuds

which is a must for me while I had hoped

the Galaxy Bud 3 Pro was a product that

could easily say is the airpods Pro 2

for Android it isn't quite there it is

well-rounded overall with quality of

life features that no other earbud has

but it's not quite there it's close at

least I can make it sound better than

the airpods Pro 2 so the Galaxy buds 3

Pro is for me this video is made

possible sold by an early unit provided

by Samsung for my work with them in an

early feedback Group which was paid for

this review that you're watching now was

made with a retail unit provided by

Samsung I was not required to make a

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sponsored by Samsung and they do not

have editorial control over this review

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