Method® 540 ANC

Active Noise Canceling Earbuds with Sound by Bose

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 14-day trial.

Additional Features

  • Skull AI Voice Assistant Compatible - 14 Day Free Trial
  • 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

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.

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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.

FAQs

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 14-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: 4.081739 / 5 from 575 reviews.

AI Generated Review Summary

The Method® 540 ANC offers excellent sound quality with crisp and clear audio. The noise cancellation is highly effective, and the fit is comfortable, providing a great listening experience. The earbuds are lightweight and portable, making them suitable for on-the-go use.

Summary topics

  • Product Quality (7%): It was observed by customers that the quality of the product is great, with crisp and clear audio.
  • Sound Quality (5%): It was highlighted by customers that these headphones are the best headphones they've ever owned and highly recommended.
  • Comfort and Fit (9%): It was reported by customers that the fit of these earbuds is great and provides excellent sound quality.
  • Noise Blocking (7%): Customers expressed satisfaction with the noise cancellation feature, praising its sound quality and ability to block out background noise.

Review topics: [sound, fit, battery life, look, volume, comfort, value, work, replacement, quality, design, earbuds, battery, size, customer service, case, upgrade, connection, color, anc, service, shipping, improvement, noise, warranty, style, performance, bass, controls, app].

Review highlights

  • "Definitely a great choice if you’re looking for comfortable headphones with good sound, strong bass, and effective ANC." — Galo T.
  • "They are a wonderful pair of earbuds, they fit well within my ear, and have excellent sound quality in my opinion." — Sam D.
  • "The sound quality is really nice, good deep bass and catchy trebles." — Jon B.

Reviews

Missing ruberr parts

"I love the headphones but I didn't get ruberr parts diferent sizes for my ears. I actualy already sent you a mesage about it, they dont fit like they should beacouse Its missing ruberr parts for the ears and there is no instrunctions and nothing, so please can you send me I pa for all!!!! All the parts on picture one is missing!!!! Ty"

— Uroš V. (3/5)

Terrible Customer Service .

"They are awful but the catch is, you can't return them! Skull Candys return service is so poor. You cannot speak to a human. They fail to send the original return email, so you go and speak to a robot. It's been a week and I still haven't received a single response to be able to return them. Terrible product and will literally rob you. Intended on buying a different pair but I feel like the service has been so bad, I won't be returning."

— Rebecca M. (1/5)

Probably the nicest buds I

"Probably the nicest buds I have purchased since my bose qc ultra buds got stolen. Worth every penny and then some. The tips and fins from my old qc ultras even fit. Truly a slept on brand. So impressed that my over ear headset purchase I'm shopping for will be from here too. Triple A+ customer service. Didn't know there were electronics brands that actually care about the end user and not just sales. Wicked products <3"

— Ben S. (5/5)

This is a wonderful product,

"This is a wonderful product, expecially compared to Air Pods. These have insane noise cancellation and a great listening mode. The pairing is very easy and I enjoy the app experience. The bass is also very well done by Bose and sounds phenomenal. The battery life works extremely well and I give good praise to the developers for the design and overall feel of the product. I have seen some negative reviews about how they work when it is windy with the touch controls, yet I have not had a single problem in high wind during runs. If you want to save 50 bucks on Apples new earbuds, 10/10 recommend these for an equal or better match depending on your preferences."

— Atticus F. (5/5)

Cool case, the sound is

"Cool case, the sound is great, and it maybe has too much options that a smart person could pretty much use it properly (lol). But it’s good set in case ya don’t wanna buy AirPods"

— Jose V. (5/5)

The ear buds pause and

"The ear buds pause and play with an extremely slight incidental touch from a bike helmet chin strap. The strap barely brushes it evertime I turn my head which pauses and plays alternately. Makes them worthless for riding a bike or motorcycle. Additionally the ANC with any wind is awful. A lot of static that sounds like a blown speaker. Somewhat usable for lawnmower/power tool work. I keep them in my gym bag. The only reason for a 3 rating is they do have great sound when indoors with no wind."

— John M. (3/5)

Pls if it starts giving

"Pls if it starts giving issues right away return it. Dont order from the page your better off with best buy. They got the worst customer service here. No help at all and they send defective items so you can use your insurance. It lags and playback all tbe time its disgusting. DONT WASTE YOUR MONEY"

— Viviana S. (1/5)

Amazing fit and sound quality

"I really struggle to find earphones that can stay in my ear especially when I'm active but these fit snug and don't fall out. The sound quality is also amazing and definitely worth the money."

— Thomas G. (5/5)

I love the new Method

"I love the new Method 540, especially the sound profiles & the new case design. The sound quality is great, bass is punchy & clear."

— Charlie R. (5/5)

I’ve been really impressed with

"I’ve been really impressed with the Method 540 ANC. The sound quality is clear and powerful, with strong bass without overpowering the vocals. The ANC works very well, especially in noisy environments, and the headphones are comfortable enough to wear for long periods. The build quality also feels solid and premium for the price. Battery life has been great so far, and the overall experience has been very reliable. Definitely a great choice if you’re looking for comfortable headphones with good sound, strong bass, and effective ANC. Highly recommended! Also webpage was awesome"

— Galo T. (5/5)

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