Skullcandy x Pit Viper: Long Live the Nineties

Skullcandy has updated its range of headphones with the Pit Viper version, inspired by 90s designs, with its neons, purples and confetti motifs.

In the case of the Grind model, they add a

to a model that is already outstanding and has great autonomy.

Of course, they do not change inside, so, although they fulfill more than enough, they still do not shine in the sound section.

The idea, from an aesthetic point of view, is good: offer the same thing, which is not bad at all, in a much more attractive body and, although it may not seem like it, current.

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can reinvent

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tells the story of

, and

rewrites

, why not do the same with a pair of headphones?

The starting point for this redesign is the Push Active, Dime or, in this case, Grind models from Skullcandy.

That is, wireless headphones with a charging case and the brand's usual style, but raising

-and tacky, in the best sense of the word- dial to 11.

Thus, the Grind X Viper are in the mid-range of wireless without active sound cancellation, with a price and features below 100 euros.

Its sound is clear and without too much shrillness when the volume is raised, although it is far from what can be expected from higher ranges.

It defends itself worse with bass -they can rumble- than with treble and voices, so they stand out more in calls or podcasts, although for less music lovers the difference in quality compared to others that can boast of having more will not be so noticeable .

Their size is tight -especially considering their autonomy- and they are comfortable in the ear, even after prolonged use.

In addition, they manage to isolate outside noise in a surprising way and at no time does it give the feeling that they are going to be thrown into the void.

The battery is also surprising (and the biggest point in favor of its cousins ​​without the Viper surname), with a battery

(Skullcandy talks about nine that do not seem unattainable either if the conditions are right).

The additional 31 provided by the cargo box give a total of 40 that, even subtracting three or four -out of mistrust, not because experience demands it- are above average.

The main argument of Skullcandy x Pit Viper, however, is its retro image.

Because, effectively, we are talking about designs from about 30 years ago: as painful as it may be, they are as retro as anything that imitated the image of the 60s was then. In any case, whether for nostalgia or aim, it is

and achieves a result that the photos of that time would already want for themselves.

It has personality and color without falling into the stridency.

It may not be for everyone, but those for whom it is will feel the crush.

The commitment to the 'noventization' of the product can be seen from the cardboard box that houses the set.

Even if a photo of the device didn't appear, you could guess what's going to be filmed just by looking.

The nod to video games from an era that for many still sounds like blowing a Super Nintendo cartridge to fix it is as obvious as it is grateful.

The two headphones have a physical button -the precision and additional response that this entails are appreciated-

from a simple application to configure and use.

They include, as usual, an option to activate certain functions, such as Spotify, through voice commands that is more futuristic and effective than necessary.

Whoever wants, let him do it;

whoever is more practical, just ignore it.

From the same app you can also touch the equalization settings, which will help those who are not satisfied with the default playback.

For its part, the case follows the lines of the headphones and even goes a little further with transparencies,

and metallic tones that manage to fit into the set without suffocating.

Its slightly rough touch is pleasant and its weight is perfect for a slightly larger size than usual.

They are charged via USB-C (cable included) and have four small lights to indicate how the tank is doing.

All in all, the Skullcandy x Pit Viper achieve what seems to be their goal: to be unforgettable.

They're not the best headphones, but they are the best at what they do, which is, simply put, have fun.

They'll pair up with a phone and play Run The Jewels on Spotify, but beg to flip the

cassette on the Walkman.

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