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Method® 540 ANC

Active Noise Canceling Earbuds with Sound by Bose

Active Noise Canceling Earbuds with Sound by Bose

Method® 540 ANC

$169.99
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Method® 540 ANC

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$169.99
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PREMIUM SOUND, SMART TECH, SLEEK STYLE

Method 540 ANC brings together premium Bose sound, adaptive ANC, and a slimmer, lightweight, clip-anywhere case for maximum portability. Plus, it’s Skull AI compatible – your gateway to hands-free help and smarter listening, free 90-day trial.

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Sound By Bose
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Superior Active Noise Cancelation
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Skull AI Assistant Compatible
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Customize with Skullcandy App
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40 Hour Battery Life (ANC Off)
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Customizable Fit with S, M, L Gel Sizes

Additional Features

  • Skull AI Voice Assistant Compatible - 90 Day Free Trial *Trial may end early if usage limits are reached
  • Adjustable 4-Mic Active Noise
    Canceling
  • Adjustable Stay-Aware Mode
  • Up to 32 Hours of Battery with ANC On
    (9 hours in earbuds, 23 hours in case)
  • Up to 40 Hours of Battery with ANC Off
    (11 hours in earbuds, 29 hours in case)
  • Rapid Charge (10 min = 2 hrs)
  • IPX4 Sweat and Water Resistant
  • Adjustable Stay-Aware Mode
  • Skullcandy App Compatibility
  • Multipoint Pairing
  • Clear Voice Smart Mic
  • Customizable 5-Band EQ Mode
  • 3 Preset EQ modes (Music, Bass Boost
    and Podcast)
  • Natural Voice Sidetone for Calls
  • Google Fast Pair
  • Call, Track, and Media Controls
  • Customize Button Functions
  • Use Either Bud Solo
  • Auto On/Connect
  • Bluetooth® (v5.3)

Technical Specifications

  • Product Type: True Wireless Earbuds
  • Connection Type: Bluetooth® 5.3
  • Impedance: 16 Ohm
  • Driver Diameter: 12mm
  • Sound Pressure Level: 97.1 ± 4dB
  • Frequency Response: 20Hz - 20KHz
  • Weight: Buds 11g each, Case 72g

What's in the box:

  • Method 540 ANC True Wireless Earbuds
  • Charging Case
  • Ear Gel sizes: S, M, L
  • Fit Fin sizes: S, M, L
  • User Guide

CONTEXTUAL BLADE.

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ENABLE AI-VOICE WITH THE SKULLCANDY APP

Unlock Method 540 ANC’s full potential with the Skullcandy App. Access Skull AI, a voice-activated assistant enabled by Bragi with OpenAI. Choose one of 3 preset EQ’s or customize your own, reconfigure the button functions, adjust ANC and Stay-Aware hearing modes and more.

SLEEK CASE DESIGN

Slimmer, sleeker, sharper. Method 540 ANC’s case is built to clip it and rip it. Lightweight, stylish, and always ready for the ride.

Product FAQ

What is Sound by Bose?

With Sound by Bose, Skullcandy has partnered with the audio experts at Bose to deliver a truly premium listening experience.

Skullcandy earbuds with Sound by Bose come with Bose's state-of-the-art audio, ergonmic fit, and customizable ear gels.

Add in Skullcandy's signature look and a too-good-to-be-true price point, and you get the perfect mix of style, sound, and affordability.

What gives Skullcandy + Sound by Bose earbuds superior sound quality?

Method 540 ANC are powered by Bose audio, delivering the best sound quality of any Skullcandy earbud.

Sound by Bose audio drivers give Method 540 ANC clearer, richer, higher quality sound from the deepest bass notes to the highest trebles.

Better yet, the secure fit, custom ear gels, and next-level noise canceling means you can block outside noise. That way, you to completely immerse yourself in the mind-blowing sound of Method 540 ANC.

What gives Method 540 ANC earbuds superior noise canceling?

Method 540 ANC earbuds include active noise canceling (ANC) to block outside sound.

Active noise canceling uses built-in microphones to detect the sound around you and create negative soundwaves that cancel out ambient sound.

The result? You can leave the outside world behind and get lost in the audio of your favorite tunes, podcasts, and videos.

How do I use Method 540 ANC's built-in AI assistant?

Method 540 ANC earbuds are compatible with Skull AI: Skullcandy's own built-in AI assistant, controlled by your voice and powered by Bragi with OpenAI.
You can try Skull AI for free. Download the Skullcandy app and enable Skull AI for a 90-day free trial. Then just say, ""OK, Skully"" for headphone/audio controls as well as general questions and information. After the free trial expires, you can continue using Skull AI by subscribing in the app.

How long is the battery life for Method 540 ANC earbuds?

With ANC enabled, Method 540 ANC earbuds have 32 hours of battery. That includes 9 hours of listening time for each earbud, plus 23 hours of additional battery in the charging case.

With ANC disabled, total listening time goes up to 40 hours, with 11 hours of battery in the earbuds, and 29 hours in the charging case.

Need to recharge quickly? With our rapid charge feature, your earbuds will get 2 hours of battery after just 10 minutes in their case!

Overall rating: 4.0363636 / 5 from 55 reviews.

AI Generated Review Summary

Method® 540 ANC offers premium Bose sound and adaptive ANC technology, ensuring a comfortable and immersive listening experience. The sleek, lightweight design and 90-day free trial make it a versatile choice for users seeking smart tech and portability.

Summary topics

  • Sound Quality: 30%
  • Earbud Comfort: 17%

Review topics: ["fit","sound","quality","earbuds","comfort","ear buds","anc","case","headphones","experience","buds","skullcandy","feature","pair"].

Review highlights

  • "Fully enjoying the buds!" — Donna I.
  • "The warm sound-stage thanks to Bose makes watching movies so much nicer than other earbuds." — Jeremy N.
  • "Honestly the best pair of earbuds I’ve had in a very long time." — Damon M.

Reviews

Happy With Service

"Skullcandy Honored the warranty with the Method 360. I was able to Upgrade to Method 540. And am very very satisfied. Sound Quality and noise canceling, make it feel like your wearing covered headphones. Would definitely recommend to friends."

— Jimmy O. (5/5)

At first I thought these

"At first I thought these were great, brand new shiny ear buds. Good features, easy to figure out left from right. They snap right back into the charging case. The custom ear tips are the reason why I bought them, and even still after about an hour they start to hurt. The ANC feature is the second reason why I bought them, but I'm not sure how to feel about it. If I compare them to my last ear buds, these just don't match up at all. I bought the most expensive skull candy has to offer for a reason. The ANC is lacking, wind noise overpowers it with a static buzz. Working around heavy equipment or driving, loud bangs or thuds come right through even louder. Lastly after having ANC on I get this sick feeling from the constant white noise of the ANC battling the outside noise. So now I just listen to them with ANC off. For clarity my last ear buds were JBL under Armour true wireless flash. Hopefully skull candy can come up with better ear buds in the future."

— ADAM M. (3/5)

Excellent Quality. . . Great Purchase!

"I am a professional drummer. The isolation is perfect for practicing considering I play at about 120 decibels. The sound quality is as amazing as the Bose Quiet Comfort in ear buds. . . much more comfortable. The case is rather bulky and a tich fidgety but the pros outweigh the cons here. Excellent bass response. The mic is also good for phone calls. . . love this product!"

— Colin G. (5/5)

Awesome buds!

"Better than the 360s, which while sounding the same as the 540s, had a widely known issue with its case charging the buds properly. Excellent sound quality, with Bose Tuning + Skullcandy's dash of bass magic making these a pleasure to listen to."

— Vik S. (5/5)

Excellent sound quality, but the

"Excellent sound quality, but the mic will echo if you have both buds in during a phone call"

— Dan C. (5/5)

Been a fan and supporter

"Been a fan and supporter for many years. To date, this is the best pair I've owned. Absolutely love it!"

— Gillian B. (5/5)

I think the sound is

"I think the sound is ok. I need to reconnect the earbuds more than I'd like to. Without the detachable ear piece the earbud doesn't fit flush against my ear. However with the detachable ear piece it needs to be adjusted because the ear bud doesn't fit snuggly in the holder. I would not suggest these earbuds to anyone for the price it cost."

— Kyle F. (3/5)

I really like the sound

"I really like the sound and comfort. The ability to connect more than 1 device at the same time is also very convenient."

— Robert B. (5/5)

They sound great. Best of

"They sound great. Best of all They don't auto answer calls, like the last pair did. Wish they came in more colours though"

— Kate F. (5/5)

Honestly, decent headphones. I just

"Honestly, decent headphones. I just can't hear any difference between these and the anc 360. Save like 20$ and go with with 360s."

— Michael L. (2/5)

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