The Long Version
Presentation
The S-2 go for a compact format by having two folding joints on the neck. Good idea, but these still aren’t exactly pocketable. In practical usage, I would be more tempted to just let these hang on the neck or sit on the desk rather than try to pack them away. In terms of sheer style, they’re simple, have good lines, and make outstanding earmuffs.
Yep, snow in October. Good times.
The biggest downside to wearing these is that they pinch behind the ear like nobody’s business. For my first stereo Bluetooth experience, it was great enjoying my BlackBerry’s tunes without having to lug it around the house, but really couldn’t appreciate the luxury for more than a half hour. That being said, they’re incredibly snug, so good for a jog around the block, but probably too tight to use as your primary headphones.
As you can see, it’s a pretty standard setup. One of the more distinctive features is the forward/back track, which is done by turning the whole outer rim of the right earpiece. Cool idea, but in practice it’s hard to get a solid grip on the pad, and usually involves either pressing in or using multiple fingers to twist. A slightly deeper indentation would have done the trick.
So how well do the Cardo S-2s actually work? Read on to page 3…