Skullcandy Crusher vs Skullcandy Venue

Skullcandy Crusher review
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Skullcandy Venue review

Skullcandy Venue vs Skullcandy Crusher are closed-back devices with over-ear wearing style.

You can use them either, as wired or wireless. Only Skullcandy Venue has a noise-canceling function.

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Features

Both headphones have exactly the same frequency response which is 20 Hz - 20 kHz. The impedance is similar, as Skullcandy Venue has 32 Ohm while Crusher has 33 Ohm. However, the first one has higher sensibility (97 dB) compared to the second one (90 dB).

The devices have no aptX and NFC support.

With Skullcandy Crusher you can listen to music for 40 hours but the battery life of Skullcandy Venue is only 24 hours. A big advantage for both of them is speed charge and a battery-free listening mode.

Sound

Skullcandy Venue does not have comically inflated bass or even a typical bass-heavy sound. The resolution leaves a lot to be desired and ANC also introduces a hiss to the sound. The device has a well-balanced sound. They are better suited for bass-heavy genres and won’t be ideal for more vocal-centric music.

Skullcandy Crusher has lots of low-end emphases that makes these great for bass-heads, especially considering that you can adjust the bass even more with the slider. The standout feature on these headphones is their adjustable bass with haptic feedback.

Comfort and design

Skullcandy Venue and Skullcandy Crusher have the same weight which is 275 g. Only the second pair of headphones is foldable, however, the cups of Skullcandy Venue swivel to lay flat, making it easier to slide them in a bag or the included case. They both have an adjustable headband. With any of these devices, you can talk on the phone using a built-in microphone. The audio cables for each of them have 120cm length. You will get a travel case together with the headphones.

Skullcandy Venue pros and cons

Skullcandy Venue pros and cons

Pros

  • ANC is great for city streets and the office
  • The left earcup has a battery indicator
  • Can be used in wired passive or active mode
  • Only take under 2 hours to fully charge

Cons

  • Made mostly out of plastic, therefore sometimes it creaks and groans
  • The headband adjustments do not lock firmly in place

Skullcandy Crusher pros and cons

Skullcandy Crusher pros and cons

Pros

  • Soft plush ear cups
  • The matte black material that coats the cups and the fake leather used for the ear pads and headband is both smooth and soft
  • Option to increase bass response with slider
  • Would hold up well to everyday wear and tear

Cons

  • Rubber headband padding can pull hair
  • Charge only via micro USB

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Rating 5 5

Headphones comparison chart

Overall
Skullcandy Crusher
6.1
Skullcandy Venue
6.5
10
7
8
8
8
9
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Common

Product

Skullcandy Crusher
Skullcandy Venue

Model

Crusher
Venue

Brand

Skullcandy
Skullcandy

Reviews

10667
1657

General

Wearing style

over ear
over ear

Enclosure

closed back
closed back

Wireless

Wired

Specifications

Transducer

dynamic
dynamic

Driver size, mm/inches

40/1.5
40/1.5

Impedance, Ohm

33
32

Frequency response, Hz

20Hz-20KHz
20Hz-20KHz

Total harmonic distortion (THD), %

3
0.1

Sensitivity (SPL), dB

90
97

Magnet type

Weight (headphones), g/oz

275/9.7
275/9.7

Comfort

Adjustable headband

Foldable

Noise cancelling

Active noise cancelling

Adjustable noise cancelling level

Microphone

Built-in microphone

In-line microphone

Detachable microphone

Cables

Detachable cable

Audio cable length, cm/ft

120/3.9
120/3.9

Jack connection (TRS)

3.5
3.5

Balanced connection

Control

Built-in control buttons

In-line control

Touch control

Voice control

Google Assistant, Siri
Google Assistant, Siri

App control

Control functions

volume, answer/end, play/pause, next/previous track
volume, answer/end, play/pause, noise cancelling

Wireless connectivity

Bluetooth

Bluetooth version

aptX

aptX HD (Hi-Res Audio)

Bluetooth profiles

NFC

Wi-Fi

Battery

Battery type

rechargable
rechargable

Battery life, hrs

40
24

Charging time, hrs

Charging port

micro USB
micro USB

Charging cable

micro USB to USB-A
micro USB to USB-A

Speed charge

Battery free listening mode

Battery level indicator

Additional features

Water resistance

Light indication

Additional audio features

In the box

Audio cable

Carry case

Charging cable

1/4 Adapter (6,35 mm)

Interchangeable ear pads

User manual

Manual

Skullcandy Crusher
Skullcandy Venue
Skullcandy Crusher
Skullcandy Venue

Headphones HeadphonesArena comparison rating

  • better
  • worse
  • 6.1
  • 6.5
  • 6.1Skullcandy Crusher
  • 6.5Skullcandy Venue

The Skullcandy Venue is better headphones in this comparison. Check Skullcandy Venue price