The Vibe Check
CMF’s playing hard in the budget space. The Buds 2 sit in center between the 2A and 2 Plus. Priced at ₹2,699, they’re gunning for value king. But do they deliver? Let’s see.
Unboxing: Zero Surprises
You get:
Buds 2 ( Dark Grey)
Silicone tips (S/M/L)
Manuals
Build & Feel: Feels Good!
The Case
Size: Compact. Slides into jeans pockets.
Material: Matte plastic – resists scratches but loves fingerprints.
Hook: Transparent rotating lug → (hikers, rejoice).
Durability: IPX2-rated. Survived my gym bag and Scooter Boot.
The Buds
Setup & Daily Use
Pairing
Android: Flip lid → Fast Pair pops up → tap Connect. 5 seconds.
Windows: Manual BT pairing.
Dual Device: Linked to phone + laptop. works well!
Controls (Touch)
Gimmicks That Work
Find My Buds: Beeps like a car alarm when lost.
In-Ear Detection: Pull one out → music pauses.
Ear Tip Test: Plays sound → checks seal.
Sound Deep Dive
Hardware
Sound Separation & Clarity: The Real Test
Instrument Separation
Frequency Separation
Bass: Tight and textured. Doesn’t bleed into mids (no “boomy blanket” effect).
Mids: Vocals/guitars are forward but not shrill. Male/female voices retain natural timbre.
Highs: Cymbals have sparkle without piercing.
Secret Sauce: Dirac Opteo tuning + 11mm driver. It’s not just loud – it’s organized
EQ & Extras
Presets: 6 modes (Bass Boost, Vocal, etc.). Bass Boost actually good.
Spatial Audio: Virtual “3D” for movies – fun.
ANC & Calls: Real-World Test
Noise Cancellation (48dB)
Lows: Kills bus engines, AC hum (85% gone).
Mids/Higs: Mutes office chatter (60%). Cafes? Still hear espresso screams.
Modes:
Call Quality (6 Mics)
Who’s It For?
Clear sound, small budget
Commute and workout ready
Flagship feel, budget price
