Beats 360 Review: The Ultimate Modular Sport Headphones
Beats has released its new circum-aural Beats 360 wireless headphones, priced at 349.95 euros in France, combining active noise cancellation, spatial audio, and an athletic-focused modular design that features interchangeable ear cushions and headband covers.
Design and Modular Customization
The Beats 360 features a modular design that lets users easily swap out both the ear cushions and the headband covering via a simple rotation mechanism, as reported by 01net. Each unit ships with a matching Knit Performance Kit made of breathable mesh fabric, available in four base colors: black, snow, rose, and sky blue. Buyers can also purchase optional UltraPlush faux-leather cushions in black or snow for a more traditional feel. According to Beats president Oliver Schusser, the brand utilized feedback from athletic ambassadors, including NBA star LeBron James, during the product’s development.
The customizable parts allow for 32 different combinations using the standard cushion and headband colorways, or up to 256 combinations when mixing and matching individual components. While additional cushion kits are listed at 59.95 euros, Beats priced them at 9.95 euros for the product launch. The headphones weigh 294.5 grams and fold flat into an included magnetic soft carrying case.
Sport Performance and Durability
Engineered for physical activity, the Beats 360 carries an IPX4 water-resistance certification to protect against splashes and sweat through a barrier placed behind the speaker driver. Reviewers at 01net noted that the Performance Knit fabric dries quickly after intense workouts, and the unit remains securely on the head during movement.
Audio Quality and Controls
The Beats 360 offers active noise cancellation, spatial audio with dynamic head tracking, and automatic switching between Apple devices. According to testing summaries, the device delivers a balanced, engaging sound profile with strong call performance and a natural Transparency mode. Unlike Apple’s AirPods Max, the Beats 360 lacks an Apple H2 chip, offers no wired listening option, and omits wearing-detection sensors. Control is managed entirely via physical buttons located on the rear of the earcups rather than touch surfaces, featuring a dedicated playback button and volume rocker on the right earpiece, alongside a power button and listening-mode toggle on the left.