Valco VMK25.2 Noise-Cancelling Headphones

The VMK25.2 is a protest against modern technology: these headphones have no AI, heart rate monitors, or infuriating touch controls. We have focused solely on the holy trinity: studio-quality sound, a perfect fit, and massive battery life. Although the exterior is familiar and safe, the new technology under the hood undeniably makes these our best headphones yet. Valco is the choice for you who want to listen to music, not tweak settings.

VMK25.2 – Because inflation is a choice and a mistake had to be fixed

Can excellence be improved? At Valco, we certainly claim so. The VMK25 was a success, but we had an embarrassing mishap: our cheaper model (VMK15) was accidentally too technologically advanced. Order had to be restored so that the product line and the world were back in alignment.

We took everything good about the old VMK25 model and thoroughly updated the internals. The price remained the same because we realized last autumn that inflation is more a state of mind than a law of nature. When you avoid unnecessary frills, you don't have to raise prices just for the sake of it.

New inside, old outside (because molds cost a fortune)

The VMK25.2 uses a new Qualcomm Snapdragon S3 system-on-chip, which brings better sound quality, a more stable Bluetooth connection, and more efficient power management. We didn't touch the exterior, as new injection molds cost a fortune. We used that money on what matters: components and durability. Of course, all essential technical developments are included to ensure even higher sound quality.

Weeks of meetings, contemplation, and bush adventures

The VMK25.2's battery lasts up to 55 hours on a single charge. That's so long you'll forget what a charger cable even looks like. You can listen to music, attend meetings, travel, and play for days without worrying about charging. USB-C charging quickly restores power, and thick memory foam cushions keep comfort so good that you won't want to take them off even when going to sleep or making love with your partner.

Magnetic interchangeable covers and a zero-blink policy

We still don't believe in blinking disco-LED solutions, so all function LEDs are hidden inside the earcups. This means you can listen in peace without looking like an emergency police car or being noticed while lurking in the bushes.

Valco's great innovation, the interchangeable covers (skins) launched with the VMK25 model, attach neatly with magnets, so you can change the headphone color according to your mood, state of mind, or need to annoy your neighbor. Wash, change, personalize – exactly as you want.

Noise cancellation is at a level where the world can wait

The VMK25.2's active noise cancellation and even more substantial ear cushions block out the world so effectively that you can listen to your own inner silence. And yes, there's also a transparency mode for those who want to hear their surroundings occasionally. We still don't understand why, but you asked – we delivered.

In short: if the VMK25 was good, this is damn good

The VMK25.2 is for those who want it all: superb sound, even better battery life, a clear microphone, and an attitude that bows to no one. No flashing lights, no unnecessary gimmicks - just pure Valco at its best.

Technical specifications:

• Wireless noise-cancelling headphones with microphone
• Bluetooth: 5.4 AAC, SBC, aptX Adaptive, aptX Lossless, aptX Lite and LC3
• BT chipset: Qualcomm Snapdragon S3 (QCC30XX), new adjustments made by Jasse
• Compatible with the upcoming Valco app (which is useless in itself)
• Despite being wireless, the headphones also work with the included 3.5mm AUX cable
• 45 mm headphone drivers
• 32 Ohm
• Weight: approx. 300 grams
• Battery: 1050 mAh
• Charging time: 2-3h, USB-C charging port
• Usage time: Up to 55 hours with noise cancellation
• Talk time hands-free: Up to 95 hours on a single charge
• Noise cancellation: Active hybrid noise cancellation (ANC)
• Amplifier: Class AB
• Microphones: CVC8, boom microphone available as an accessory
• USB-C charging port
• Extremely flat frequency response between 20-20000Hz
• Very low distortion values
• Package includes all necessary cables and accessories