{"id":166252,"date":"2023-07-29T07:17:29","date_gmt":"2023-07-29T06:17:29","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.techweekmag.com\/?p=166252"},"modified":"2024-06-04T17:13:36","modified_gmt":"2024-06-04T17:13:36","slug":"jbl-wave-beam-review-simple-but-reliable-headphones","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.stereoreviewer.com\/tech\/headphones\/jbl-wave-beam-review-simple-but-reliable-headphones\/","title":{"rendered":"JBL Wave Beam: Simple but reliable headphones"},"content":{"rendered":"

JBL is one of the most trusted brands when it comes to looking for\u00a0audio devices that don’t drive their prices through the roof\u00a0, and in recent times their wireless headphone models have overwhelmed their catalog of accessories.\u00a0Thus, this time it is our turn to talk about the\u00a0JBL Wave Beam\u00a0.<\/p>\n

JBL Wave Beam are mid-range wireless headphones\u00a0that allow you to enjoy a correct sound experience totally free of cables as well as a\u00a0battery that allows you to enjoy up to 32 hours of playback\u00a0without the need for a power outlet.\u00a0As usual for the brand, its advanced technologies such as Smart Ambient, TalkThru and VoiceAware are presented.<\/p>\n

Small and durable Headphones<\/h3>\n

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JBL Wave Beam also sold in blue, white and beige<\/p>\n

The idea of \u200b\u200bthis type of device is that you can forget that you are wearing it after a long period of use, so\u00a0its dimensions are significantly reduced\u00a0(6.43 cm wide x 4.78 cm high x 2.58 cm deep) and their total weight is only 48 grams each.<\/p>\n

Once again, the manufacturer allows you to choose from a variety of colors, so you can always keep a classic model in\u00a0black or white but also give it a little more “life” with a light blue or beige version.\u00a0On its surface you won’t find any physical control buttons, since you can perform basic actions by just making a certain number of touches or keeping your finger pressed for several seconds.<\/p>\n

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Finally, you should know that the\u00a0JBL Wave Beam\u00a0are ready for you to take with you outside the home, either to spend an afternoon accompanied by music on the beach or by the pool, or to be your partner when it comes to training or performing. sport activities.\u00a0For this, you have an\u00a0IP54 certification in the headphones and the IPX2 standard for your case\u00a0that makes them resistant to water contact and dust accumulation.<\/p>\n

Sound with extras to gain immersion<\/h3>\n

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JBL Wave Beam are a good option for less than 100 euros<\/p>\n

While you shouldn’t expect the best sound quality you’ve ever experienced, JBL manages to stay a step above the market average when it comes to audio thanks to the adoption of 8mm drivers\u00a0with support for audio technology. JBL Deep Bass sound\u00a0that focuses on the intensity of the bass tones.<\/p>\n

Likewise, despite the absence of active noise cancellation,\u00a0other features are added that can help you increase greater immersion\u00a0when listening to music outdoors or in noisy environments.\u00a0On the one hand, \u201cSmart Ambient\u201d\u00a0technology\u00a0allows you to keep track of how immersed you are in the listening experience, while\u00a0\u201cAmbient Aware\u00a0\u201d helps you keep the music playing while staying aware of what’s happening to you. surrounds you is able to adapt so you don’t lose track of what’s going on around you.<\/p>\n

Logically there is an integrated microphone with which you can make and accept incoming voice calls without having to take your mobile out of your pocket, and this is completed with the proprietary technologies “TalkThru” and “VoiceAware”\u00a0so\u00a0you can customize how much you want hear yourself and match it with the volume levels of the other participants in the conversation.<\/p>\n

Listen for a whole day<\/h3>\n

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The JBL Wave Beam case can charge up to three times<\/p>\n

JBL Wave Beam logically synchronize with any mobile device or computer you have at hand through a\u00a0Bluetooth 5.2 connection,\u00a0in addition to being able to be configured with a greater number of equalization options through the\u00a0JBL Headphones App\u00a0that is available. for free download for Android and iOS operating systems.<\/p>\n

At the autonomy level,\u00a0you have a battery capable of giving you an average playback of 8 continuous hours\u00a0, more than enough to complete a whole day of work or study, while its small storage case includes the ability to fully recharge them up to three times. , thus reaching a total autonomy of 32 hours without requiring a power source.\u00a0And if that’s not enough, you can speed up charging with an extra two hours of power after just 10 minutes.<\/p>\n

How does it compare to other models of the brand?\u00a0We previously talked about the\u00a0JBL Wave Flex\u00a0and the similarity between the two is surprising when it comes to their present features or battery autonomy figures.\u00a0For this reason,\u00a0it can be recommended that you opt for either of the two or the one you find at a better price.<\/p>\n

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