JBL Live 650BTNC Wireless Over-Ear Noise-Cancelling Headphones
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- Last seen at $129.95 at Audio Advice on Nov 10.
Our take on the JBL Live 650BTNC Wireless Over-Ear Noise-Cancelling Headphones
The JBL Live 650BTNC is a wireless over-ear headphone with active noise cancelling, 40mm JBL drivers and a fabric-covered headband. It pairs with two Bluetooth devices at once, has on-earcup call controls and a tap-to-activate voice assistant for Google or Alexa. Battery life is rated at 30 hours with ANC off, and a detachable cable lets you keep listening when the charge runs out. It suits commuters and office users who want solid sound and long battery more than class-leading noise cancelling; reviewers rate its bass and comfort but find its ANC a step behind Bose and Sony.
- 30-hour battery rating with ANC off
- Multi-point Bluetooth for two devices at once
- Tap the earcup to summon Google or Alexa
- Detachable cable for wired listening
- Comfortable fabric headband and soft cushions
- App EQ to tune the sound
- Noise cancelling trails Bose and Sony
- Bulky for travel
- ANC cuts battery life well below 30 hours
- Buttons rather than touch controls
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What reviewers say
Owners like the punchy JBL sound, the long battery and the comfortable fit for the money. Most criticism centers on noise cancelling that is decent but not top-tier, and on the plasticky build.
- Noise cancellingMixedOwners say ANC removes steady hum but lets through more voices and traffic than Bose or Sony models.
- BatteryPraisedReviewers report the rated 30 hours holds up in real use with ANC off, dropping noticeably with it on.
- SoundPraisedListeners describe a bass-forward JBL signature that suits pop, hip-hop and electronic music.
- ComfortPraisedThe fabric headband and soft cushions are called comfortable for long sessions, though ears warm up.
- BuildCriticisedSome owners find the plastic frame and hinges less solid than premium competitors.
- ConnectivityPraisedMulti-point pairing between a phone and a laptop is frequently singled out as convenient.
About the JBL Live 650BTNC Wireless Over-Ear Noise-Cancelling Headphones
The JBL Live 650BTNC is a pair of wireless over-ear headphones with Active Noise Cancelling. They use 40mm drivers and Bluetooth connection. A fabric headband and soft ear cushions shape the fit around the head.
Buttons on the ear cup manage calls, and tapping the ear cup activates Google Assistant or Amazon Alexa. Multi-Point Connection lets the headphones switch between Bluetooth devices, such as a tablet and a phone. When the battery runs out, the included audio cable lets you keep listening and talking on calls.
Battery life is up to 30 hours with Bluetooth on and noise cancelling off, or 20 hours with both on. A 15-minute quick charge adds 2 hours of playback. The free My JBL Headphones App adjusts sound preferences and sets the preferred voice assistant. A soft pouch is included for storage and travel.
- Type
- Wireless over-ear headphones with Active Noise Cancelling
- Driver size
- 40mm
- Sensitivity
- 100dB at 1kHz/1mW
- Frequency response
- 20Hz–20kHz
- Max input power
- 30mW
- Impedance
- 32 ohm
- Bluetooth version
- 4.2
- Bluetooth power
- 0-4 dBm
- Bluetooth modulation
- GFSK, π/4DQPSK, 8DPSK
- Bluetooth frequency
- 2.402GHz–2.48GHz
- Bluetooth profiles
- HFP v1.6, A2DP v1.3, AVRCP v1.5
- Voice assistants
- Google Assistant, Amazon Alexa
Questions and answers
- How good is the noise cancelling?
- It cuts steady low-frequency noise like engine rumble, but voices and higher sounds come through more than on Bose or Sony flagships. It is fine for commuting, not for total silence.
- How long does the battery last?
- JBL rates it at 30 hours with ANC off. Expect noticeably less with noise cancelling on, and you can keep listening wired once it runs out.
- Can it connect to two devices at once?
- Yes. Multi-point Bluetooth lets you jump between a tablet video and a phone call without repairing.
- Does it work with Google Assistant and Alexa?
- Yes. Tap the earcup to trigger your chosen assistant, and set the default in the My JBL Headphones app.
- Is it good for calls?
- Call controls sit on the earcup and the mic handles indoor calls well. Outdoors in wind, callers report more background noise.
- What is in the box?
- The headphones, a detachable audio cable and a charging cable. A hard case is not included.
- Where is the JBL Live 650BTNC Wireless Over-Ear Noise-Cancelling Headphones cheapest?
- At Audio Advice, for $129.95, as of our latest check.
- What do buyers say about the JBL Live 650BTNC Wireless Over-Ear Noise-Cancelling Headphones?
- Rated 4.3 out of 5 from 8 ratings.
