Shure AONIC 50 Wireless vs Shure AONIC 50 Gen 2 Wireless

The Shure AONIC 50 Gen 2 Wireless are the next generation of the Shure AONIC 50 Wireless. While they nearly have the same look and feel as their predecessor, there have been a couple of large changes. The Gen 2 have a USB DAC mode, so if you're using the headphones via their USB cable, you can take advantage of a higher bit depth and sample rate. They also have a spatialization feature to help give you a more immersive audio experience and a longer continuous battery life. Their overall mic performance is better, too, and they support aptX Adaptive codec. Their carrying case is smaller, making it easier to take on the go. Their sound profile has been adjusted, too, though it's less neutral than their predecessor.