Review on V MODA XFBT2 MBLACK Crossfade Wireless Headphones by Jathan Louis

Since I bought my first pair of Koss headphones in 1969, I've owned about a dozen quality on-ear headphones. Although I've always preferred neutral and accurate sound reproduction, the gradual deterioration in hearing and visual acuity prompted me to purchase the slightly brighter yet high-quality Crossfade 2 sound reproduction. What a deep listening pleasure after 14 months of use! These are very well designed and durable headphones that have held up to my occasional sloppiness (drops, spills, sweating, etc.). The surprise was the amazing quality of the Bluetooth signal/sound playback, especially for the music, I choose: the most modern jazz. It took me a while to get used to the fit, but they were surprisingly comfortable and stable while always maintaining a soft and firm grip. even when I was training on a cross trainer. For now I have decided to use them primarily as training cans with the intention of purchasing a few M-200 models. Highly recommended. I wrote the above review shortly after purchasing the Crossfade II. I never bought a pair of M-200s. I am changing my rating to 1 STAR. Today - February 17, 2021 - I gave up V-Moda. Here's my report: Sometime in mid-2019, while removing the V-Moda headphones, one of the arrow-shaped plastic tips at the base of my headband broke and came loose. After inspection, I settled on superglue, which held. Using the hint I noticed that the plastic tip was connected to the metal headband with plastic buttons. Not good, but since the glue stuck, I kept using the headphones. THEN, last December (2020), the plastic tip broke again, this time forever. This is where the disappointment with the V-Moda headphones began. Thinking I could contact V-Moda for a repair or other advice, I used my account password and requested repair service. Reply: V-Moda will NOT repair headphones after the warranty period has expired. Even if I were willing to pay for repairs (which I did). However, I was informed that I could use my IMMORTAL LIFE warranty and trade in my Crossfade 2 Wireless Adapter for 20% off a new pair of my choice. After considering the options, I declined. my reasoning? V-Moda headphone straps may look sturdy, but straps with plastic tips significantly reduce the lifespan of the headphones. To date I have successfully used Scotch Super 33+ tape to tape up my headphones because the speakers still work perfectly. But I understand that this is not the best long-term solution. I now buy comparable headphones with a seller guarantee that also offers a lifetime repair. In my opinion, $300 audiophile headphones should last more than three years. But I understand that this is not the best long-term solution. I now buy comparable headphones with a seller guarantee that also offers a lifetime repair. In my opinion, $300 audiophile headphones should last more than three years. But I understand that this is not the best long-term solution. Now I buy comparable headphones with seller warranty that also offers lifetime repair. In my opinion, $300 audiophile headphones should last more than three years.