These Soundcore Space A40 Earbuds Are $45 Right Now
At $45, the Space A40 isn’t trying to replace AirPods Pro, but it does offer a strong mix of performance and features for the price.
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At $45, the Space A40 isn’t trying to replace AirPods Pro, but it does offer a strong mix of performance and features for the price.
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Amazon's Big Spring Sale is back for only the second time, and while it’s not quite Prime Day levels of excitement, it still has a few solid gems tucked in. The event runs from March 25 to March 31, giving you a full week to poke around for deals. You don’t need to be a Prime member to participate, though Amazon claims Prime users will see deeper discounts. If you’re not already subscribed but are eyeing a few things, it might be worth signing up for a free 30-day trial, loading up your cart, and then dipping out before the billing cycle kicks in.
One of the better under-$50 finds from this week’s sale is the Anker Soundcore Space A40. Down to $44.99 from $79.99, these earbuds are a solid buy if you’re looking for great audio and noise-canceling without spending a lot. Named the "Best Budget Earphones of the Year 2022" by PCMag, they offer adaptive noise cancelling, which works surprisingly well for the price (enough to drown out background chatter or the low hum of traffic). The sound quality leans warm and bass-forward, which makes them great for EDM or hip-hop but not as sharp for podcasts or acoustic music. They also support LDAC for hi-res audio, which is rare in this price range. You’ll notice better depth and clarity if you're into lossless formats or streaming on higher-tier music subscriptions. Battery life is solid, too, with 10 hours with ANC off. You can stretch it to 50 hours with the charging case—plenty for long commutes or a weekend trip without a charger.
The app support is good—you can tweak the EQ, toggle ANC, and find lost earbuds through Soundcore’s app, according to this PCMag review. That said, a few things might be worth keeping in mind. The touch controls of these earbuds can be finicky, especially if you’re the kind of person who frequently adjusts fit while listening. And while the noise-cancelling works well for most day-to-day use, it’s not going to beat out the big names like Sony or Bose. Also, the fit is snug but not super secure for workouts—something to consider if you’re buying these for the gym. But at $45, they punch way above their weight and are a steal for anyone who wants clean sound, long battery life, and decent ANC for less than $50.
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