Devialet - True Wireless Earbuds Gemini II Matte Black - Daily Music & Commute Sound - Exceptional Sound Quality - Noise Cancellation, Comfort Fit, Long Battery Life

There are several reviewers of these earbuds that have expressed frustration with the out-of-the-box sound quality or have generally been underwhelmed by them in comparison to the considerable price tag -- and they are not wrong: when I first tried these upon receiving them yesterday, I thought they were about as good as my AirPod Pros--which are fine for what they are, but for those, I paid less than half of what I paid for the Gemini IIs.So, it's a good thing that I kept reading/researching and eventually discovered that (a) the firmware update awaiting these is crucial to the quality of the sound, particularly the noise cancellation and (b) the dedicated Devialet Gemini app is absolutely necessary, both to completing firmware updates AND to fine-tuning the EQ. (I wish these had blown me away right out of the box, but it did take that update and an EQ adjustment to determine that, of the 30+ bluetooth earbuds I've owned over the last two decades, these pretty much tower above the rest.)I used to be an audio engineer for Dolby, so you would think that I could easily put into words what makes the Gemini IIs so impressive, but it's almost a transcendent experience; you simply have to try them yourself. I'll do my best, though: After futzing with the equalizer and ultimately determining that the Dynamic setting is best for most music, what I heard was astounding clarity and and a sound stage that is simply unrivaled. The bass-to-treble-to-mids ratio was virtually perfect, song to song. I felt enveloped by music in a way I hadn't before with anything wireless. These even rival some of the best studio over-ear monitors I've used in their ability to place the listener in the center of the performance. I got chills -- and my friend, who is not an audiophile, felt the same way when he tried them.The drawback? This is a hefty pricetag for a pair of earbuds -- and I'd never be comfortable working out using them or doing any strenuous activity during which I might sweat on them (I suspect that they aren't really built for this). So, the portability is a bit ironic because there's a limited about of places I'd be comfortable going and physical activities I'd be willing to do wearing these and not worrying about them. (All that said, they are very comfortable, relatively light, and they feel secure in my ears.)But if you are willing to make the investment and can accept that caveat -- and know, going in, that the app is necessary to enriching your experience -- these will likely blow you away. (I'm an audio snob. I think the Audeze i3s are tremendously overrated/overpriced, that the Dunu Studio SA6 MK2s just don't deliver, and that virtually every Bluetooth earbud comes up short in some fashion.) The Devialet Gemini IIs are on a very short list of audio products that have genuinely left my jaw on the floor.

I’ve had these now for over 18 months and they remain the absolute BEST in sound quality and comfort. For reference I have the Bose Ultras, Sony Xm5’s, B&W Pi8, Apple Air Pods, B&O, and all the rest…the Devialet are by far the best….with a good ear seal. All of these earphones are only good with a good seal. Why are they so good?You have to start with sound….it’s delicious! Seriously, it’s as close as I’ve heard from an over-ear noise cancelling earphone and I have a lot of of those too. My fav is the Dali IO-12, then the Focal Bathys….so you know I have my research first hand. The app allows for great customizability and with electronic tracks and their base and treble adjusted just right…..it’s pure velvet. Every time I try to decide what earphones to bring….. this is the set. I can’t speak to call clarity as I hardly ever use my earphones for that…other than my AirPods… but if music is your jam…these are more than worth your attention!

I have bought many TWS earbuds and although I do not consider myself an audiophile, I have pretty extensive experience listening to headphones and IEM's. Apple fans can skip this review, none of their products are even in my top ten. There are so many others that just put them to shame.With that said, I will move on to what I think of the Devialet Gemini 2. Without listening first, I followed advice given in some of these reviews and immediately updated the software as well as upgraded the ear tips. I found them to be very underwhelming. The bass is very good but at louder volumes the sound gets very sibilant. No matter how much I screwed with the presets and the EQ, the highs are just no good. Not exactly terrible, but for the price of these things it is unacceptable. Needless to say, I am not keeping them.If anyone is willing to pay this much money on wireless earphones, let me emphatically suggest the Noble Audio Fokus Mystique. They are in the same price range and they absolutely blow the Devialets and everything similar completely out of the GD water. It's not even close. Everyone seems to love the bass on the Gemini's but the Mystique's are far better...at bass and everything else, including their appearance and fit. The companion app has an EQ that allows you to make them sound pretty muchhowever you want. I believe it's a 7 or 8 band equalizer, unlike the BS you get with brands like Sennheiser. If you are sensitive to the higher end frequencies, you should have no trouble dialing that down. They are hands down the best earbuds I have ever heard.Also, do not be discouraged that they have no ANC. You won't miss it. The sound quality is fantastic and they get LOUD!If one person reads this and takes a chance on them, writing this review will be worth it to me. I strive to find a pair of TWS's better than Noble Audio and so far I have not. I know they exist but I'm not willing to pay the cost.

I was looking to treat myself to a new pair of earbuds after using the Jaybird Vistas for a few years. The Vistas still work great but I wanted something with more volume and premium sound quality. After doing some research, I settled on the Devialet Gemini II's. I've heard mixed reviews about how they fit in ears but for me, they fit instantly with the default tips. The sound quality is very good but you will need to adjust the EQ within the app to your liking. The default settings did not sound good to me but after tweaking a custom setting, they sound outstanding. They are significantly louder than the Jaybird Vistas which I am very happy about. I find myself turning these down due to being too loud at times, something I never did with the Vistas. The only negatives I can think of are the price and the battery life. I feel they are slightly overpriced but I'm willing to pay a premium for great sound. The battery life isn't great but I can get about 5 hours before I have to put them back in the case to recharge. Overall, I am satisfied and would buy them again.