Westone W20
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At a glance
- Brand
- Westone
- Type
- Wired IEMs
- Fit
- -
- Connection
- Wireless
- Noise cancelling
- No
- Released
- -
The Westone Audio W20 is a dual balanced-armature (BA) driver in-ear monitor with a passive crossover, designed for detailed and well-balanced sound. It includes both a wired MFi cable with microphone and a Bluetooth cable with aptX technology.
The HearWiki takeAI-condensed
The Westone W20 is a hybrid dual-driver in-ear monitor offering a balanced, detailed sound signature through a passive crossover. It comes with both a wired cable featuring an inline mic and a Bluetooth cable supporting aptX for wireless flexibility. With an IPX4 rating and an 8-hour battery life, it's built for active, on-the-go listening.
What works
- Detailed and balanced dual-driver sound
- Includes both wired and Bluetooth aptX cables
- Sweat-resistant IPX4 build
- Comfortable fit with MMCX detachable cables
What doesn't
- Battery life is limited to 8 hours
- No active noise cancellation
- High 454g weight for an IEM
- Limited 18 kHz high-frequency response
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Specifications
| Driver | 2-driver hybrid |
|---|---|
| Driver type | hybrid |
| Drivers per side | 2 |
| Frequency response | 20 Hz - 18 kHz |
| Impedance | 33 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 117 dB/mW |
Audio
| Driver | 2-driver hybrid |
|---|---|
| Driver type | hybrid |
| Drivers per side | 2 |
| Frequency response | 20 Hz - 18 kHz |
| Impedance | 33 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 117 dB/mW |
Wireless
| Bluetooth | 4.0 |
|---|---|
| Codecs | aptX |
| Wireless range | 10 m |
Battery
| Battery life | 8 h |
|---|
Features
| Active noise cancelling | No |
|---|---|
| ANC type | none |
| Transparency mode | No |
| Controls | buttons |
| Voice assistant | Siri |
Design
| Weight | 454 g |
|---|---|
| Water resistance | IPX4 |
| Detachable cable | Yes |
| Connector | MMCX |
Calls
| Microphones | 1 |
|---|---|
| Microphone type | electret |
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