codoon soundsory for the love of sound—soundsory bone conduction headphones

Tagore once said, 'Do not try to fill the voids in life, for music lies in the depths of those voids.' Music is a melody full of mystery; it can bring sadness and sorrow, but also joy and hope. However, this melody needs to be transmitted to the brain through the ears. To enhance auditory effects, people invented headphones. Nowadays, headphones come in a variety of styles, both wired and wireless, in-ear and over-ear, etc. But if you want to purchase a high-end, top-notch product, I recommend you learn about the AfterShokz bone conduction headphones that I am about to introduce.

AfterShokz is a trendy electronics brand registered in the United States in 2011, having won multiple design awards such as the Red Dot Award. However, it has Chinese roots and is developed, produced, and designed in Shenzhen. The biggest selling point of these headphones is bone conduction. Many might ask, what is bone conduction? Simply put, it converts sound into mechanical vibrations of different frequencies, transmitting sound waves to the brain through the skull, bony labyrinth, auditory nerve, and auditory center. It's similar to how we can hear the sound of a cookie breaking when we eat it, due to bone conduction. So, what makes it different from other headphones? Let's find out.

Unboxing

First, the packaging box is very exquisite, with a thick and sturdy material that feels very textured. The front of the box features a photo of a female model wearing the headphones, clearly showing the wearing style and effect. The back of the box introduces the product, which comes in four colors: Slate Grey, Midnight Blue, Canyon Red, and Forest Green. It does not include the classic black and white, opting instead for low-key, stable yet noble and atmospheric colors. I have the Canyon Red, which is similar to burgundy, appearing more elegant and less gaudy compared to bright red.

Opening the outer box, I initially thought it was a pull-out design, but upon closer inspection, it turned out to be a side magnet-absorbed switch. Once opened, the headphones come into view, protected by a layer of transparent plastic, much like jewelry in a display window. The packaging is very delicate.

Inside, there is a manual, data cable, earplugs, and a rubberized headphone case that feels very good to the touch.

The entire headphone body is very compact, only the size of a palm and weighing just 30g, making it almost unnoticeable when held. The integrated titanium alloy frame can be bent at will without deforming. The over-ear design better fits the anatomical structure of the human ear, with pairing instructions on the inside for more intuitive operation.

The headphones have only three buttons, making them simple and easy to use: a plus button, a minus button, and a multifunction button. The plus button also serves as the power button, while the multifunction button is used for answering and hanging up calls, pausing playback, or selecting music. Notably, these headphones have a multi-point connection feature, allowing them to connect to two devices simultaneously and switch between them freely. If you find the outdoors noisy, you can plug in the earplugs and switch to EQ mode, which automatically adjusts the sound effects for a different experience. Isn't that impressive?

Listening Experience

Now, let's talk about the listening experience. I don't know if you have the same problem as I do when using in-ear headphones. My ears are very small, and so are my ear canals. Although new headphones usually come with earplugs in different sizes, I always have to use the smallest ones to completely fill my ears. Even then, my ears start to hurt after a short while, forcing me to take them off. This repeated process often leads to lost earplugs, especially during night runs. Additionally, wearing in-ear headphones makes it impossible to hear external sounds, which is particularly unsafe when running on the road as you can't hear oncoming vehicles.

Most of my headphones are white. While they look good initially, over time, sweat and other factors cause discoloration that can't be cleaned off, making them look very unattractive and unhygienic.

AfterShokz has solved all these problems for me. Bone conduction keeps the ears open, eliminating the discomfort of in-ear headphones. Open ears also ensure the possibility of using headphones in dangerous situations, and it avoids the hygiene and health issues caused by ear sweat during use, making them very suitable for sports.

I went hiking with my friends, wearing the headphones for nearly 5 hours. The battery life is reliable enough to last a full marathon. The 30g lightweight body stays firmly fixed on both sides of the ears, with no discomfort or pressure throughout the hike. Listening to music did not affect conversations with friends at all. The IP55 waterproof rating is sufficient to protect against sweat (but it's not completely waterproof, so don't fully submerge the headphones in water!).

I believe the most direct experience is the sound quality. It's no exaggeration to say that it offers a 3D surround sound experience, much like listening to a stereo system. The sound is very three-dimensional and free of any noise. I personally enjoy listening to upbeat and dynamic songs like 'She Sexy' and 'New Soul,' which sound strong and powerful, making me want to jump along with the rhythm. Listening to more soothing songs like 'Possibly' provides a clear and enchanting sound that is utterly captivating. Especially when listening to beautiful music in nature, it becomes a physical and mental enjoyment.

Not only for sports, but these headphones can also be a trendy accessory in daily life, significantly increasing your turn-head rate when walking down the street!

Music always brings different auditory pleasures, like butterflies dancing in the air, or the tinkling of a spring flowing through a mountain stream. Sometimes, it even resembles the twinkling stars in the night sky. All these beauties can be gathered in this small pair of headphones, thanks to AfterShokz. Love it for a reason.