JBL LIVE Noise-Cancelling Headphones Plus First True Wireless Open-Ear Model Debuted
JBL has unveiled three new headphones during IFA 2023, including its first open-ear all-day Soundgear Sense earbuds.
The over-ear LIVE 770NC and on-ear LIVE 670NC are joining JBL's popular LIVE headphone line-up. Both feature True Adaptive Noise Cancelling with Smart Ambient technology and advanced personalisation features.
A customised hearing profile can be created using Harman's advanced Personi-Fi 2.0 technology.
Both models boast 40mm dynamic drivers and offer JBL Spatial Sound from any stereo content.
The headphones feature True Adaptive ANC technology, as well as a Smart Ambient mode to convey environment sounds when required. Bluetooth is 5.3 with LE Audio.
Rather different is JBL's first-ever True Wireless open-ear earbuds, dubbed JBL Soundgear Sense.
Using air conduction, these new sociable earbuds are aimed at those who want personal audio while still being able to hear their surroundings for all-day use.
The Soundgear Sense model sports custom 16.2mm drivers with a bass-enhancing algorithm. They sit on the curve of your ears, so there's no obstruction of the ear canal. Typical applications would be outdoor activities or office use.
The JBL Soundgear Sense also has multi-point connectivity, courtesy of Bluetooth is 5.3 with LA Audio, and is IP54 rated for sweat, dust, and rain resistance. A detachable neckband provides an added level of security during workouts.
The JBL LIVE 770NC and JBL LIVE 670NC, available in black, white, blue and sandstone, will sell for £159.99/ €179.99 and £119.99/ €129.99 respectively when they launch at the end of September.
The JBL Soundgear Sense, available in Black and White from the end of September, will sell for £129.99/ €149.99.
Visit JBL for more information
Steve May
Steve is a home entertainment technology specialist. Creator of Home Cinema Choice magazine, Steve is also the editor of the lifestyle website The Luxe Review and has an unconditional love of glam rock.
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