The SoundPeats Cove Pro includes a coaxial dual-driver configuration, that represents an advantage over single-driver competitors in this price bracket. The 40mm titanium-coated diaphragm handles mid-bass through lower-midrange frequencies, while the dedicated 10mm driver manages upper-midrange through treble frequencies. This division of labor usually will result in good frequency separation and reduced intermodulation distortion compared to full-range single drivers. You can expect a balanced V-shaped signature with slight warmth in the lower-midrange that results in a fatigue-free listening experience for extended sessions. This may not be appealing to audio enthusiasts, but this isn't a reference-class model.

The titanium-coated 40mm driver delivers controlled, punchy bass without the bloat that plagues many budget headphones. The N48 magnet system provides authority in the low end while maintaining definition. Sub-bass extension reaches down to approximately 35-40Hz with usable energy, though it lacks the skull-rattling sub-bass presence of bass-focused headphones.

Vocals sit forward in the mix with good presence and clarity. The patterned dome enhances mid-to-high frequencies, delivering clean vocal reproduction and respectable instrumental separation. The dual-driver architecture ensures vocals remain intelligible even during complex musical passages with prominent bass lines. Performance across genres ranging from classical to electronic music demonstrates versatility, though the slightly warm tilt may not satisfy listeners seeking absolute neutrality.

The dedicated 10mm high-frequency driver provides a significant advantage over single-driver implementations. The titanium diaphragm combines rigidity with lightness, offering smooth yet detailed highs and natural, full-bodied lows free from metallic harshness. The treble is crisp without being fatiguing, extending comfortably to the limits of human hearing. Users may find that EQ adjustment is needed for optimal enjoyment.

The closed-back design naturally limits soundstage width compared to open-back alternatives. The moderately sized soundstage, while not expansive, provides adequate spatial cues for immersive listening. Instrument separation is above average for the price point, with the dual-driver configuration contributing to clearer layering and positioning of individual elements in the mix. The soundstage feels somewhat intimate but three-dimensional, with reasonable depth reproduction.

The Cove Pro's dual wired connectivity options provide valuable flexibility:

• USB-C Connection:
  - Automatically recognized by host devices (Windows, macOS, Android, iOS with adapter)
  - Functions as powered headphones—no need to power on device
  - Delivers Hi-Res Audio quality with digital-to-analog conversion handled by host device
  - Charges from host device simultaneously (potential battery drain concern)
  - Critical Limitation: Volume from smartphones requires near-maximum settings due to lower power output
  - Critical Limitation: ANC functionality disabled in wired mode
  - App access unavailable in wired mode—no EQ adjustment possible
• 3.5mm Auxiliary Connection:
  - Traditional analog connection for maximum compatibility
  - Works with devices lacking Bluetooth (airline entertainment systems, older equipment)
  - Sound quality described as inferior to USB-C and Bluetooth with noticeable degradation
  - High output impedance sources may exhibit poor frequency response
  - Critical Limitation: ANC unavailable in wired mode
  - Requires headphones to be powered on for passive use

The inability to use ANC in wired mode represents a significant limitation for air travel—the primary use case where both wired connection (in-flight entertainment) and ANC (cabin noise) are most valuable. Users must choose between noise cancellation OR compatibility with airplane systems. A Bluetooth transmitter adapter provides a workaround but adds complexity and cost.

The device includes LDAC codec support, that provide measurable improvements in clarity and separation, with instruments feeling more defined and spacious. The difference is particularly noticeable with high-resolution recordings (96kHz/24-bit sources), where the increased bandwidth allows finer textural details to emerge. Of course you have to provide yourself such content to benefit from increased sound quality.

There is a limitation at this point, users must choose between LDAC high-resolution audio and multipoint connectivity—both cannot be enabled simultaneously. This represents a fundamental codec limitation rather than a product-specific constraint, but requires workflow planning for users who need seamless device switching.

The Cove Pro includes a dedicated spatial audio movie mode with head tracking capability, creating an immersive surround soundscape for video content. Users can expect convincing virtualized surround effect for movies and gaming, head tracking responds with minimal latency, volume levels slightly reduced in movie mode compared to stereo, most effective with cinematic content featuring discrete channel separation and less impactful with two-channel music sources.

There is a issue that affects audio quality when ANC is activated. Users may notice bass distortion and over-emphasis. The activation of ANC causes dramatic bass boost beyond intended frequency response, Bass frequencies become distorted and saturated at moderate to high volumes, the Problem manifests most severely in the 60Hz-200Hz range and seems to be DSP/software-related rather than hardware limitation. The problem is particularly noticeable with bass-heavy genres (EDM, hip-hop, modern pop) but affects all content types to varying degrees.

In that case, its adviced first to update the firmware of the device to the latesta available build. Alternative you can try some workaround solutions.

1. **EQ Compensation Method (Most Effective):**
- Activate ANC as desired
- Open PeatsAudio app
- Select "Bass Reduce" EQ preset
- Result: Eliminates saturation while maintaining ANC effectiveness
- This effectively compensates for the DSP's aggressive bass boost curve

2. **Multipoint Connection Bypass:**
- Enable multipoint connection to two devices
- Play audio from secondary device
- ANC functions normally without bass distortion
- This suggests the issue involves DSP signal routing when multipoint is disabled

3. **Normal Mode Operation:**
- Disable ANC entirely, use "Normal Mode"
- Passive isolation remains effective due to over-ear design and memory foam seals
- Sound quality returns to intended tuning without distortion
- Suitable for quieter environments where active cancellation isn't essential

4. **Manual EQ Adjustment:**
- Create custom EQ curve reducing 60Hz-200Hz by 3-6dB
- Provides more granular control than presets
- Allows fine-tuning to personal preference

The "Bass Reduce" EQ preset completely resolves this pottential problem, but those expecting plug-and-play perfection may be disappointed...

The hybrid adaptive ANC system with advertised 56dB reduction performs very good, especially recuding constant sounds (airplane engines, HVAC systems, traffic rumble), the system adjusts automatically to environmental changes with minimal delay, there are Five ANC presets (Airplane, Office, Outdoor, Train, Custom) allow optimization for specific scenarios and the Over-ear design with memory foam seals provides substantial isolation even with ANC disabled. Lastly the ANC performance remains stable across battery charge levels.

ANC effectiveness depends heavily on proper earcup seal and fit. The memory foam ear cushions must create a complete acoustic seal around the ears for optimal noise reduction. Gaps caused by eyeglasses, hair, or improper positioning significantly degrade performance. This is true of all ANC headphones but particularly important for budget models with less sophisticated adaptive algorithms.

Some users report a sensation of "ear pressure" when activating ANC. This is a rather normal psychoacoustic effect and after using the device for like 2-3 weeks, the brain adapts to the altered acoustic environment. In case of that problem might want to start with shorter ANC sessions (15-30 minutes) and increase duration over days and ensure even pressure distribution.

What kind of performance can we expect? Depending the conditions you should see

• Air Travel: Reduces cabin noise by approximately 70-75%
• Office/Home: Effectively silences HVAC, computer fans, and ambient mechanical noise to near-silence
• Public Transit: Handles train and bus rumble well; less effective against sharp transient sounds (brakes, announcements)
• Outdoor: Wind noise can overwhelm system; outdoor mode helps but doesn't eliminate the issue entirely
• Heavy Machinery: Provides noticeable but incomplete reduction of continuous industrial noise
• Critical Edge Case - Bumpy Roads: ANC may glitch or produce choppy audio on very rough roads (potholes, unpaved surfaces). You may want to switch to Normal mode when riding buses on poorly maintained roads.

While the performance is very good, as was expected, it cannot reach the absolute performance of flagship models (Bose QuietComfort Ultra, Sony WH-1000XM5), that cost around $200-300. Expect around 80% of performance of top champions of this category. It is less effective against mid-frequency sounds (human voices, keyboard typing), performance in wired mode is reduced compared to wireless operation and cannot be used in wired mode at all—ANC requires powered operation even with cable connected

Apart from the ANC mode, there is also a transparency (ambient) mode with mixed performance characteristics. It effectively passes through loud environmental sounds (announcements, traffic), its useful for brief situational awareness without removing headphones and the included Physical button toggle allows quick switching between modes. On the other hands, with quieter sounds (normal conversation) feels faint and distant, the audio may ssound "thin" with unnatural timbral quality and human voices lack clarity and natural tonality. In short its unsuitable for extended conversations; users typically remove headphones instead

The Cove Pro automatically disables both ANC and Transparency mode functionality during phone calls. All microphones in the 7-mic array are redirected to prioritize call quality and Hardware and computational resources focus entirely on voice capture and transmission. So you cannot noise cancellation during phone calls (only passive isolation from ear cups), cannot use transparency mode to hear surroundings during calls, for important calls in noisy environments, passive isolation may be insufficient and competitive headphones from Sony and Bose maintain ANC during calls.