Can you adjust volume on Beats Studio buds?
Beats Studio buds are wireless earbuds made by Beats, a subsidiary of Apple. The Beats Studio Buds, released in 2021, are true wireless Bluetooth earbuds with active noise cancellation and transparency mode. They provide immersive sound with up to 8 hours of listening time per charge. The earbuds feature an ergonomic and secure in-ear fit with interchangeable silicone tips and fins to ensure comfort. Some key features of the Beats Studio Buds include:
- Active noise cancellation (ANC) to block external noise
- Transparency mode lets outside sound in
- Custom acoustic platform for powerful, balanced sound
- Up to 8 hours of listening time, 24 hours with case
- Fast charging provides 1 hour of play with 5 minutes of charging
- IPX4 sweat and water resistance rating
- Voice capability with Siri and Google Assistant
This article will provide details on controlling volume on the Beats Studio Buds, including changing default levels, volume limits, and using independent bud volume.
Volume Controls
The Beats Studio Buds have touch controls on each earbud that allow you to easily adjust the volume. Tapping once on either bud will pause or play audio, while tapping twice skips to the next track (source: https://support.apple.com/guide/beats/change-press-hold-action-earphones-dev41f92d480/android).
To change the volume, you simply need to hold down on either earbud. Holding down on the left bud will decrease the volume, while holding the right bud increases the volume. This provides a convenient way to turn the audio up or down without needing to touch your phone.
Default Volume Level
The default volume level for the Beats Studio Buds is around 50% out of the box. According to the Beats by Dre support guide, the earbuds are set at the midpoint volume level that Beats considers a “safe listening level” to help protect hearing. The earbuds come with volume limiting and active noise cancellation enabled by default.
As noted in the Beats support article “Change the press-and-hold action on your earphones” on the Apple support site, “The default Press & Hold action for Beats earphones and headphones is 50% Volume Limit. This prevents audio from exceeding unsafe volume levels.”
Sources:
Change the press-and-hold action on your earphones
Changing Volume
The Beats Studio Buds allow you to easily adjust the volume by pressing and holding the earbuds. To increase the volume, press and hold the right earbud. To decrease the volume, press and hold the left earbud (1). This provides a convenient way to turn the volume up or down without having to take out your phone.
The volume buttons on the Beats Studio Buds function independently, so you can change the volume in either earbud. This gives you more granular control and allows you to customize the listening experience. For example, if you wanted to listen to music but also hear announcements, you could turn down the volume in your left earbud while leaving the right earbud volume up (2).
The volume on the Beats Studio Buds has a limited range. The maximum and minimum volume levels are preset and cannot be adjusted beyond the allowed levels. This prevents excessively loud volumes that could damage hearing (1). If you find the volume range too limiting, you may need to increase the volume on your audio source device.
Sources:
(1) https://support.apple.com/guide/beats/change-press-hold-action-earphones-dev41f92d480/android
(2) https://www.reddit.com/r/beatsbydre/comments/oc3zrz/beats_studio_buds_volume_control/
Volume Limits
The Beats Studio Buds have preset maximum and minimum volume levels that cannot be adjusted beyond the limits set by the manufacturer. According to discussions on the r/beatsbydre subreddit, some users feel the maximum volume level is not loud enough for their preferences. However, there is no way to increase the volume past the built-in limits. The volume controls on the Beats Studio Buds simply allow you to adjust the volume anywhere within the minimum and maximum range set by Beats.
Some users have also reported issues with the minimum volume being too loud, especially for nighttime listening. Again, there is no setting to decrease the minimum volume threshold lower than what Beats has preset. So while the volume can be adjusted on the Beats Studio Buds, the actual limits are fixed and cannot be expanded in either direction.
Volume Level Indicators
Beats Studio Buds provide audio and visual cues to let you know the volume level as you adjust it. As you press the touch controls to raise or lower volume, you will hear a tone indicating the volume increasing or decreasing. The pitch and speed of this audio tone provides feedback on how much and how quickly the volume is changing.
Additionally, when connected to an iPhone or iPad, an on-screen volume indicator appears as you adjust the volume level. This slider shows the volume percentage in real time, giving you a visual cue alongside the audio tone. Both indicators working together allow you to finely tune the Beats Studio Buds volume to your liking without taking out your phone to check it.
According to the official Beats Studio Buds user manual, these dual indicators for volume level changes help provide full control over your audio experience.
Independent Bud Volume
The Beats Studio Buds allow you to control the volume on each earbud independently (Reddit, 2021). This feature helps you balance the sound properly between your left and right ear when needed. For example, if you have more hearing loss in one ear, you can turn up the volume on just that side to compensate.
To enable independent earbud volume control, open the Beats app on your Android device and go to Settings. Under “Press and Hold”, toggle on “Volume Control” (Beats, 2022). You can then press and hold either earbud to adjust the volume only on that side. This gives you more flexibility and customization for getting the ideal listening experience.
Pairing Issues
The Beats Studio Buds use Bluetooth technology to wirelessly connect to your smartphone or other device. This allows you to listen to audio without being physically tethered. However, in order for the volume controls on the earbuds to work properly, they must be properly paired and connected via Bluetooth.
If you are experiencing issues with adjusting the volume using the on-board controls, it may be due to a poor Bluetooth connection or pairing problem between the earbuds and your device. Try repairing the earbuds to your smartphone or other device to re-establish the Bluetooth connection. Here are some tips for repairing Beats Studio Buds:
- On your device, go into Bluetooth settings and “forget” or disconnect the earbuds.
- Put both earbuds back in the case and close the lid for at least 5 seconds.
- Open the lid while near your device to put the earbuds back into pairing mode.
- On your device, go back into Bluetooth settings and select the Beats Studio Buds to re-pair.
After repairing, check if the volume controls are working properly again. If you continue having pairing or connection issues, you can try resetting the earbuds to factory settings as outlined in the Beats support article “Reset your Beats Studio Buds” (https://support.apple.com/en-us/101594). Resolving any Bluetooth pairing problems between your device and the earbuds should allow volume controls to function normally.
Resetting Buds
If you are having issues controlling the volume or other problems with your Beats Studio Buds, you may want to try resetting them. A factory reset will restore the buds to their default settings, including volume levels. According to the Beats support article, you can reset your Beats Studio Buds by pressing and holding the system button on the case for 15 seconds until the LED indicator light flashes red and white (source).
Resetting your Beats completely erases any customized settings and reverts them back to the factory settings. This can resolve problems you may be having with adjusting or controlling the volume. Once reset, the volume levels will go back to the default medium level volume preset. Resetting is always worth trying if you are experiencing technical issues like problems with volume controls.
Conclusion
The Beats Studio Buds offer flexible options for controlling volume to suit your preferences. The touch controls on each bud allow you to adjust volume up or down, with audible indicators announcing volume levels. You can also use your device’s volume controls to make adjustments.
For the optimal volume control experience, make sure your buds are properly paired and reset if needed. Set volume levels independently if you prefer different levels for each ear. Start at lower volumes and incrementally increase to avoid damage to your hearing. The audible announcements can help avoid inadvertently setting too high a volume.
With some practice using the touch controls and understanding the volume limits, you can enjoy your audio with the Beats Studio Buds at the perfect volume for every situation.