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1 / 9@clear_piccolo_46 · Owner-reported
Owned under a month · Still using it: no, stopped · Posted
The cloth headband and rather plush earpads make these pretty comfortable, although I'm not sure how you're expected to clean the cloth part. EDIT: They started making a high-pitched background noise I couldn't fix, so I've stopped using these.
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A 8.1 puts its overall rating in the top 10% of on-ear headphones we've measured.
Measured on 15 of the 62 we've cataloged.
A 8.4 puts its value for money in the top third of on-ear headphones we've measured.
Measured on 15 of the 62 we've cataloged.
Would not buy it again; has stopped using it.
Owned under a month.
What gave out: Bluetooth connection (1)
above average for on-ear headphones — based on 41 of 62 we've cataloged.
below average for on-ear headphones — based on 34 of 62 we've cataloged.
None is the most common — on 73% of the 11 on-ear headphones we've cataloged (of 62).
below average for on-ear headphones — based on 50 of 62 we've cataloged.
The verdict
If you have a lengthy commute or travel frequently, you should consider the JBL Live 670NC headphones. With an ultra-portable design, massive battery life, decent ANC, and plenty of EQ options, not to mention an optional wired connection, the JBL Live 670NC delivers without a hefty price tag.
✓Liked: Comfortable fit, Companion app with EQ options, Long battery life, Portability
✕Could be better: No IP rating, SBC/AAC only, Difficult to clean cloth headband, No audio over USB-C
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Would not buy againThe cloth headband and rather plush earpads make these pretty comfortable, although I'm not sure how you're expected to clean the cloth part. EDIT: They started making a high-pitched background noise I couldn't fix, so I've stopped using these.
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