A lot of pros with one con.
I didn’t think I had a lot of time for earbuds during the day, so I started off trying a cheap pair. They were $20 or something with 4.8 stars and reviews like, “I haven’t used my Airpods since buying these!” so I thought that sounded perfect.
They sucked. The sound was harsh, they became painful after extended use, noise cancelling was barely noticeable, etc. I can’t actually remember all of the problems at this point. BUT they sold me on the functionality of wireless headphones.
Fast-forward to a few months later - it’s Black Friday and I bite on these because they’re on sale. I was a little hesitant because they had a lowly 4.2 stars. Turns out average reviews aren’t everything.
These are the polar opposite of the highly-reviewed, cheap headphones I tried: they’re comfortable, and the sound is amazing. As the title implies, I master audio so this is not a hollow endorsement. The cheap ones had hyped bass, missing mids, and painful presence/treble. These are very flat and well-performing by comparison, and can be EQ’d. The noise cancelling is also VERY respectable. I frequently work around loud sources and am sensitive to loud noises, and I have accidentally left these in when I intended to swap for earplugs, because the performance is similar.
I love the app. Being able to select between audio quality vs. video sync’ing is awesome when I want to watch live musical performances where sync issues play with your mind. Being able to create custom EQ settings is very important to me too.
The con is that you have to take them out of the case to power them on. It’s not a huge deal - it’s easy to pop them in for a split second if they’ve timed out or something. But there has been one occasion that I ran somewhere and forgot the case. I intend to live my life without dependence on crap like headphones, so no big deal - take a break.
I would normally give something like this 4 stars because that power-on function is a notable miscalculation on JBL’s part, but it deserves a much better average review than it has so I’m doing my part to raise it. In everyday life it’s not that big of a deal unless you’re the kind of person who loves to find things to complain about.
JBL Tune Buds - True wireless Noise Cancelling earbuds, JBL Pure Bass Sound, Bluetooth 5.3, 4-Mic technology for Crisp, Clear
4.2 | 3,018 ratings
Price: 49.95
Last update: 09-10-2024
About this item
JBL Pure Bass Sound: Smartly designed 10mm drivers enhanced by the buds' form factor deliver JBL's Pure Bass Sound so you'll feel every pulsing beat.
Bluetooth 5.3 with LE audio support (*): Thanks to the next generation Bluetooth technology, the JBL Tune Buds earbuds stream audio with low power consumption at high quality. Plus, BT 5.3 allows to stream synchronized audio independently to each earbud, so that you can use either or both earbuds. Or you can share your video or music content with a friend wearing headphones, as BT 5.3 lets you seamlessly stream audio to multiple listeners. (*) Available via OTA update at a later stage
Active Noise Cancelling with Smart Ambient: Hear more of what you want, less of what you don't. Active Noise Cancelling technology lets you minimize audio distractions. With Ambient Aware, you can tune into your surroundings at any time so that you feel safer when you're out in the world, while TalkThru lets you stop for a quick chat without having to remove your headphones.
4-Mic technology for Crisp, Clear Calls: Enjoy hassle-free, hands-free calls in stereo. The Tune Buds are equipped with dual microphones, so you'll always be heard with perfect clarity. Never hesitate to take or make a call again. And with VoiceAware, you can choose how much of your own voice to hear by controlling the amount of mic input routed back into your earbuds.
Up to 48 hours of battery life: Never miss a beat with 48 (12 plus36) hours of battery life or 10 hours, plus 30 hours in the case when noise cancelling is engaged. Need a boost? Speed Charge for just 15 minutes to get 4 hours of playtime.
Bluetooth 5.3 with LE audio support (*): Thanks to the next generation Bluetooth technology, the JBL Tune Buds earbuds stream audio with low power consumption at high quality. Plus, BT 5.3 allows to stream synchronized audio independently to each earbud, so that you can use either or both earbuds. Or you can share your video or music content with a friend wearing headphones, as BT 5.3 lets you seamlessly stream audio to multiple listeners. (*) Available via OTA update at a later stage
Active Noise Cancelling with Smart Ambient: Hear more of what you want, less of what you don't. Active Noise Cancelling technology lets you minimize audio distractions. With Ambient Aware, you can tune into your surroundings at any time so that you feel safer when you're out in the world, while TalkThru lets you stop for a quick chat without having to remove your headphones.
4-Mic technology for Crisp, Clear Calls: Enjoy hassle-free, hands-free calls in stereo. The Tune Buds are equipped with dual microphones, so you'll always be heard with perfect clarity. Never hesitate to take or make a call again. And with VoiceAware, you can choose how much of your own voice to hear by controlling the amount of mic input routed back into your earbuds.
Up to 48 hours of battery life: Never miss a beat with 48 (12 plus36) hours of battery life or 10 hours, plus 30 hours in the case when noise cancelling is engaged. Need a boost? Speed Charge for just 15 minutes to get 4 hours of playtime.
Product information
| Connectivity Technology | Wireless |
|---|---|
| Wireless Communication Technology | Bluetooth |
| Special Feature | Noise Cancellation, Lightweight |
| Included Components | Tune Buds headphones; charging case, USB Type-C charging cable; 3 sizes of eartips |
| Age Range (Description) | Adult |
| Material | Plastic, Thermoplastic Elastomer (TPE) |
| Specific Uses For Product | music |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Music, Calling, Travel |
| Theme | Music |
| Control Type | Media Control |
| Cable Feature | Without Cable |
| Item Weight | 5.4 Grams |
| Frequency Range | 20 Hz – 20 kHz |
| Unit Count | 48 Count (hours) |
| Style | Modern, Sleek, Compact, Portable |
| Control Method | Touch |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Controller Type | Bluetooth |
| Carrying Case Color | Blue |
| Earpiece Shape | Oval |
| Is Electric | Yes |
| UPC | 050036395588 |
| Manufacturer | JBL |
| Product Dimensions | 1.18 x 0.79 x 0.79 inches |
| Item Weight | 0.19 ounces |
| ASIN | B0C1QDNP2G |
| Item model number | JBLTBUDSBLUAM |
| Batteries | 1 Nonstandard Battery batteries required. |
| Customer Reviews |
4.2 4.2 out of 5 stars
2,910 ratings
4.2 out of 5 stars |
| Best Sellers Rank | #170 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics) #27 in Earbud & In-Ear Headphones |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Date First Available | May 21, 2023 |
| Country of Origin | China |
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