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Bose has unveiled the QuietComfort Headphones (2nd Gen) with revamped QuietControl noise cancellation and ActiveSense tuning for smoother handling of sudden sounds, plus 24‑bit wired playback support. 🎧🔇

2026 HEADPHONES TESTED IN AUSTRALIA Skullcandy Headphones ## Skullcandy Crusher 1080 ANC Bass you can feel, powered by Bose tuning, with a few control quirks along the way. Bass tech Skullcandy Crusher, adjustable ANC Bose QuietControl Battery Up to 60 hrs Bluetooth 5.3, LE Audio From $399.99RRPAUD * * * The Skullcandy Crusher 1080 ANC are the most fun I’ve had with a pair of headphones, probably ever. The last pair of Skullcandy headphones I tested left me a little underwhelmed, so I kind of sat off testing these when they first arrived. But I regretted that decision as soon as I popped these on and swung the bass dial on the left ear cup up to max. The personalised bass dial is magic. Sure, these headphones also boast Sound by Bose tuning, ANC and a range of other features. But being able to crank the bass on the fly with a simple dial is so much fun. You can go from a basic acoustic track with almost no bass to a skull-crushing beat instantly. It completely changes how you engage with your music. And it works, I think, because of the partnership with Bose – there is a very nice balance in the audio mixing, and the ANC does a pretty good job of cancelling out noise. There are some sacrifices on the path to bass nirvana, however. The headphones aren’t the most comfortable I’ve ever worn, and the controls (aside from the bass knob) aren’t placed for intuitive control. But would I recommend these headphones? For anyone who loves bass, yes indeed. 💡 __Skullcandy supplied the Crusher 1080 ANC for this review.__ ## What makes the Skullcandy Crusher 1080 ANC stand out? Skullcandy has always been a bass-forward brand, arguably at the detriment of its general audio quality. But thanks to the partnership with Bose, the Crusher 1080 ANC sound great. Bose is one of the best in the business at audio tuning and noise cancellation, so leveraging that expertise here gives the Crushers an immediate step-up on previous Skullcandy over-ear headphones. These headphones offer the full gamut of Bose audio technologies, including QuietControl Active Noise Cancelling, Bose TrueSpatial audio, Bose WaveForm Audio Engine, and Bose SpeechClarity Voice Pickup Technology. But that’s only half the picture. The other half is the dial on the left-hand ear cup that controls the “Crusher Bass”. Crusher Bass is more than just “more bass”. It’s a patented tech that uses haptics to turn low audio frequencies into real, visceral, ear-shaking vibrations you can feel. And it’s awesome. It’s not for everything – softer acoustic tunes don’t really suit that physical response. But pair it with the right track, and you have a whole new way of experiencing your favourite songs. It’s something you really need to experience. ### Skullcandy Crusher 1080 ANC specs Category | Specification ---|--- Price| $399.99 AUD RRP Colours| True Black, Candy, Primer, Cement Weight| 374.2g Dimensions| [PLACEHOLDER: not listed on AU product page] Driver| 36mm dynamic, Crusher dual-driver bass Impedance| 36Ω ±15% Frequency response| 20Hz–20,000Hz Bluetooth| v5.3, LE Audio, Auracast, Multipoint, Google Fast Pair v3.3 Noise cancellation| Bose QuietControl ANC (Quiet / Aware / Off) Spatial audio| Bose TrueSpatial with head tracking Audio engine| Bose WaveForm Audio Engine Call tech| Bose SpeechClarity Battery life| Up to 60 hrs (ANC off) / 50 hrs (ANC on) Fast charging| 10 min = 4 hrs playback Warranty| 1-Year Limited Warranty What's in the box| Headphones, 3.5mm AUX cable, USB-C to USB-C cable, roll-top travel bag, user guide ## Design and build quality These headphones come in four different colour options: Black, Candy, Primer and Cement (which equates to pink, brown, and grey in real-world colours). I tested the black, and the first thing I noticed is that there is a lot packed in to these headphones. There’s the Crusher Bass dial on the left ear cup, next to a two-way toggle for noise cancellation. The right ear cup has a small power button directly above a four way joystick to control volume, track control and play/pause. The ear cups rotate 180 degrees forward and back, and fold in which helps for transportation. But for all the bass and power these headphones offer, there’s a lot to carry around here. At 374 grams, the Crusher 1080 ANC are quite heavy, and you definitely feel it after wearing them for a while. The clamping pressure doesn’t help on that front either. If you wear glasses particularly, you will definitely need to take regular breaks from the headphones to rest your ears and temples. There are a few other design quirks. The Crusher Bass dial sits right next to the noise cancellation switch, and the number of times I accidentally bumped the ANC switch while trying to boost (or reduce) the bass was too many to count. It also strikes me as odd to use a switch that moves up and down to cycle through three listening modes. Especially given it doesn’t cycle through all the options. Pushing the switch up when ANC is already on doesn’t move it to ANC Off – it just makes a little clicky sound and does nothing else. If Skullcandy could refine the designs and controls a little here, I think these could jump to be my favourite wireless headphones. ## Performance Having recently tested the Bose QuietComfort (Gen 2), you can definitely feel the Bose tuning on these headphones. With the Crusher Bass turned all the way down, everything from James Brown to Birds of Tokyo sounds well-balanced, with a decent amount of bass and plenty of clarity in the vocals. Skullcandy’s app does have an audio personalisation feature, which gives you a bit of a hearing test (holding down a button on screen when you hear beeping over the sound of chirping crickets). Maybe it’s because I’m getting older, but I found the mixing to be a little hollow after doing the test. In any case, it’s the Crusher Bass that makes these headphones special, and its performance really depends on what you’re listening to. One night I sat there listening to my Apple Music personalised radio station and Crusher Bass cranked to max. On tracks like Sheryl Crow’s _All I Wanna Do_ , the bass kicked in, and I couldn’t help but groove along. It really gave a new depth to a song I’d heard a thousand times. A few songs later, I got hit with _Freedom_ by Rage Against the Machine, and it was too much – my head felt like it was being crushed by the vibrations. I had to reach for the dial to turn it back a bit. Other tracks, like Mr Big’s _To be with you_ , barely registered, even with Crusher Bass on max. I think what I appreciate most about the feature though is how customisable it is. Sometimes you want the physical sensation of bass crushing your eardrums. Sometimes you want to chill. The dial lets you adjust it in real time to suit your mood. Beyond the bass, the ANC is fine. It doesn’t match the quality of the Sony XM6 or even Sennheiser’s Momentum 5, but the truth is that if you have these sitting at about 50% volume and Crusher Bass cranked up, you aren’t going to hear the outside world whether ANC is on or off. Given the bulk of the headphones, you might expect excellent battery life, and you wouldn’t be disappointed. Skullcandy claims up to 60 hours, and while I can’t say that figure is 100% accurate, I can say that after regular use for about a month, I still haven’t recharged them. I need to soon, though… Beyond battery and bass, Bose’s TrueSpatial immersive soundstage continues to sound excellent, giving your music a more immersive feel. There are two modes: one for when you’re sitting still, and other for when you’re moving around. I struggled to tell the difference, but still clearly preferred it being on rather than off. ## Verdict Usually when I review flagship products, I talk about how the design is brilliant, but the performance is lacking. But for the Skullcandy Crusher 1080 ANC, it’s the other way around. I loved listening to these headphones. I loved pumping the Crusher bass up to max and feeling songs vibrate through my skull. I loved that when that sensation got too much, I could just rotate the dial a bit to get it to a comfortable level, no questions asked. And I loved the general audio quality, the ANC and the immersive audio features brought on through the partnership with Bose. They definitely earned a spot in my favourite headphones list. But these headphones are big and heavy, and get uncomfortable after wearing them for a while. The controls aren’t quite ideal, either. Some are too close together, others are the wrong interface for the task at hand. But against all that, the good news is the price tag isn’t ridiculous. These headphones aren’t taking on the Momentum 5 or the Sony WH-1000 XM6. At $399.99, they’re more competing with the likes of Sony’s re-released WH-1000XM4C. It’s a mid-range pair of headphones with a killer point of difference. If you love your bass, these are brilliant. ### Buy the Skullcandy Crusher 1080 ANC if * You want to physically feel your music, not just hear it. The Crusher Bass dial delivers a sensation no traditional headphone can match. * You want Bose-level tuning and ANC without paying Bose or Sony flagship prices. * Battery anxiety isn't your thing. A month of regular use barely dented the charge in testing. ### Skip the Skullcandy Crusher 1080 ANC if * You wear glasses or are sensitive to clamping pressure. The fit gets uncomfortable over long sessions. * You want best-in-class ANC. It's solid enough, but doesn't match dedicated flagships like the Sony WH-1000XM6 or Sennheiser Momentum 5. * You mostly listen to quieter, bass-light music. Crusher Bass barely registers on tracks like Mr Big's _To Be with You,_ even on max. **** ### Quick verdict The Skullcandy Crusher 1080 ANC turns music into a physical experience, which makes it one of the most enjoyable pairs of headphones I've tested. Bose's tuning keeps things balanced when the bass dial is down, and the ANC does a solid job without chasing a flagship experience. It's a bulkier, less comfortable pair than the price suggests, but for bass lovers, that's an easy trade. #### Pros * Adjustable Crusher Bass dial delivers a physical bass sensation * Bose tuning keeps the sound balanced with the bass dialled down * Up to 60 hours of battery life, easily lasting weeks between charges * Bose TrueSpatial adds an immersive, wider soundstage #### Cons * At 374g, comfort suffers over longer sessions * Crusher Bass dial sits right next to the ANC toggle, making accidental bumps common * ANC toggle doesn't cycle cleanly between all modes * ANC trails dedicated flagships like the Sony WH-1000XM6 or Sennheiser Momentum 5 #### Where to buy the Skullcandy Crusher 1080 ANC From $399.99RRPAUD * * * ### Latest headphone deals * * * ## Frequently Asked Questions #### Does the Skullcandy Crusher 1080 ANC work with Crusher Bass turned off? Yes, the Crusher Bass dial can be turned all the way down to effectively remove the haptic bass effect. With the dial down, tracks lean on the Bose-tuned sound signature instead, with a well-balanced mix and clear vocals rather than a bass-forward one. #### How long does the Skullcandy Crusher 1080 ANC battery last? Skullcandy rates the Crusher 1080 ANC at up to 60 hours with ANC off, dropping to 50 hours with it on. In testing, the headphones ran for around a month of regular use without needing a recharge, though exact hours weren't logged against the claim. #### Is the Skullcandy Crusher 1080 ANC comfortable for long listening sessions? Not especially. At 374 grams, the Crusher 1080 ANC is heavier than most rivals, and the clamping pressure can get uncomfortable over extended wear, particularly for glasses wearers who need to take regular breaks. #### How does the Skullcandy Crusher 1080 ANC compare to the Sony WH-1000XM6 for noise-cancelling? The Sony WH-1000XM6 offers stronger noise cancellation. The Crusher 1080's Bose QuietControl ANC does a solid job but doesn't match flagship-tier isolation, though the difference is rarely noticeable once Crusher Bass and volume are turned up. #### Do you need the Skullcandy app to use Crusher Bass? No, the physical dial on the left ear cup adjusts Crusher Bass intensity in real time without the app. The Skullcandy app adds extra tuning options like EQ presets and personalised sound, but bass adjustment works fine standalone.

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Incontournable référence de l’audio nomade, le Bose QuietComfort (2e génération) fait le plein de nouveautés avec l’arrivée du son immersif TrueSpatial et de l’écoute filaire Lossless en USB-C. Toujours armé de son isolation adaptative QuietControl et d’un confort affiné, ce nouveau modèle entend bien conserver sa couronne au rayon des casques à réduction de bruit.

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Skullcandy vient de dévoiler le casque **Crusher 1080 ANC** , un modèle Bluetooth vendu 250 euros environ qui embarque plusieurs technologies Bose, dont la réduction de bruit adaptative QuietControl et un traitement audio spatial inédit chez la marque.

Skullcandy’s new headphones are the first to feature a collection of Bose’s technologies.

The $280 Crusher 1080 ANC wireless headphones combine adjustable sensory bass with Bose QuietControl noise cancellation and TrueSpatial audio, while the $210 Crusher 720 drops ANC for THX processing, Mimi personalization and longer battery life.

The Crusher 1080 ANC is the first non-Bose headphone to combine QuietControl ANC, TrueSpatial spatial audio, and the WaveForm audio engine — all at $279.99.

Skullcandy представила нову версію бездротових навушників Crusher із технологіями Bose, зокрема системою активного шумоподавлення QuietControl ANC та просторовим аудіо з відстеженням голови. Фірменна особливість лінійки Crusher — використання двох типів драйверів у кожному навушнику для підсилення б

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Skullcandy announced a new version of its Crusher wireless headphones today featuring a few of Bose’s audio technologies including its QuietControl ANC and