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At a glance
- Brand
- TaoTronics
- Type
- Over-Ear
- Fit
- -
- Connection
- Wireless
- Noise cancelling
- Yes
- Released
- 2026
The TaoTronics TT-BH042 is a wireless over-ear headphone with active noise cancelling, featuring a built-in microphone and micro USB charging port. It supports Bluetooth connectivity and includes controls for volume and track navigation.
The HearWiki takeAI-condensed
The TaoTronics TT-BH042 is a budget-friendly wireless over-ear headphone that includes active noise cancellation for blocking ambient sound. It offers a lightweight build with IPX5 water resistance, making it suitable for workouts, and provides around 8 hours of playback on a single charge. The on-ear controls let you manage volume and tracks easily.
What works
- Active noise cancellation for the price
- Lightweight and water-resistant (IPX5)
- Simple button controls for volume and track
- 8-hour battery life with ANC
- Built-in mic with cVc noise reduction for calls
What doesn't
- Only 8 hours of battery life
- Older Bluetooth 4.2 version
- No fast charging (90 min charge time)
- Small 13mm drivers may limit bass depth
Paraphrased from published reviews & specs - not an original hands-on test. Our AI disclosure.
Specifications
| Driver | 13 mm dynamic |
|---|---|
| Driver type | dynamic |
| Driver size | 13 mm |
| Drivers per side | 1 |
| Frequency response | 20 Hz - 20 kHz |
Audio
| Driver | 13 mm dynamic |
|---|---|
| Driver type | dynamic |
| Driver size | 13 mm |
| Drivers per side | 1 |
| Frequency response | 20 Hz - 20 kHz |
Wireless
| Bluetooth | 4.2 |
|---|---|
| Wireless range | 10 m |
Battery
| Battery life | 8 h |
|---|---|
| Battery life (ANC on) | 8 h |
| Full charge time | 90 min |
Features
| Active noise cancelling | Yes |
|---|---|
| Controls | buttons |
Design
| Weight | 28 g |
|---|---|
| Water resistance | IPX5 |
Calls
| Microphones | 1 |
|---|---|
| Call noise reduction | Yes |
| Call NR technology | cVc 6.0 |
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