Description
- JBL Signature Sound: 40mm drivers and a sound signature that can be found in the most famous venues all around the world.
- Keep the noise away and stay focused on the music with Adaptive NC. Ambient Aware technology allows you to safely walk busy streets by increasing ambient sounds, while with TalkThru music is lowered and speech is amplified so you can easily chat.
- Voice assistant: Using your voice or with a tap on the earcup, activate ANC or Ambient Aware, check the battery life or power off your JBL Live 660NC simply with your voice. Use the all-new JBL App to easily set your preferred voice assistants.
- Hands-free, perfect stereo calls: The mic technology allows for perfect stereo calls and with VoiceAware you can control the amount of mic input routed back into your earbuds and choose how much to hear of your own voice.
- Up to 50 hours of battery life and Speed Charge: Rock on for up to 50 hours (or up to 40 hours with ANC and BT on)! Then, stop for a quick 10-minute charge to get extra 4-hour fun.
- Comfort-fit fabric headband and carrying pouch: Shaped around your head with a fitting fabric headband and soft ear cushions, the Live 660NC are super comfy. The soft pouch serves as protection as well as storage when you’re traveling.
- Multi-Point Connection: Allows you to effortlessly switch from one Bluetooth device to another. You can simply switch from a video on your tablet to a call on your mobile phone, so that you’ll never miss a call.
Honest reviewer –
Little tight and maybe coz its new but super comfortable, nice color (blue) and great looking headphones. Love the sound quality and anc. Definitely recommend it.
JOLARSI –
Muy buen producto. El audio me parece excelente sin ser un audiofilo. La duración de la batería no se ha demeritado. La cancelación de ruido es sobresaliente; en viajes en avión te olvidas del ruido ambiente del aeropuerto y durante el vuelo, únicamente percibes lo necesario para estar alerta. Para llamadas entra mucho ruido ambiente por el micrófono, lo que te lleva a desactivarlos para realizarla directo del celular o moverte a un lugar con ruido razonable para el sistema. Recomiendo ampliamente la marca y el modelo que adquirí. las almohadillas empiezan a deteriorarse y espero en un futuro próximo encontrar repuestos. La almohadilla de la diadema está recubierta con un textil tipo malla de muy buena calidad; estoy seguro durará hasta que los audífonos mueran.
Amazon Customer –
Fast Delivery. Sound Great! Very comfortable. Easy to use.
Isaiah Martin –
Got a good deal on these ($160 CAD I think) sound is great, app works well, battery life is absolutely incredible, I use them at least four hours a day. Ear cups are a bit small so they’re not terribly comfortable if you’re wearing them for super long periods of time but otherwise for the sale I got them on no complaints, if you’re looking at these when they aren’t on a deal, I’d recommend looking at Sennheisers instead, but for what I paid for them they’re a wicked set of earphones. The ANC isn’t the best, still get some background noise at the gym or if the wife is watching TV super loud, but otherwise can’t complain. High quality construction, decent comfort, good sound quality, and when on sale an absolutely killer budget headphone.
James C –
I was overjoyed (and very fortunate) to find these within my budget just after Xmas. I’ve used them everyday since they arrived.
-The range is very impressive and well balanced.
-the controls are reasonably easy to find with nerve damaged fingers however—>
-I was delighted to discover that they are also motion sensitive to some degree: if I take them off my head while watching something they pause it without me touching controls.
-the weight is manageable. Sometimes wireless technology adds extra weight to items.
-The noise cancelling and sound isolation are excellent. Sound is clear and distinct with good depth through them and noise cancelling is very good. The noise cancelling is not 100%. I would say that headphones intended for personal use (vs recording studios) have to leave noise cancelling below 100%: otherwise how would you hear a fire alarm, a child crying, traffic if you’re listening while crossing a street?
-Connecting to my PC and phone were dead easy.
-I haven’t hit a low charge yet. Conservative estimates for battery life are given but that hasn’t been my experience.
-the colour is uncommon and awesome. Baby blue and royal blue are more typical product colours. The closest approximation I can use to describe it is the deep blue of a great blue heron; lots of depth and notoriously hard to show on film!
Full recommendations for these from me…
Carrie –
Overall, I like these over the ear headphones.
Comfort: I wish they were in a slightly larger size. The only option appeared be ‘medium’, but large may have given my (large???) ears a tad bit more room. They are comfy enough to even lay down (on your back) and fall asleep in, if that’s your thing. They are super snug across the top of your head, which I like as I wanted them for bike riding/walking/exercise. They do get a touch hot after wearing them for a bit if you are doing any sort of activity, but not the end of the world.
Sound: These sound AWESOME. The extra (optional) app you can download gives you even more control on settings and can definitely enhance your listening depending on the type of music you are into. There are presets that work quite well, but also the option to add your own. OVERFLOW: Not sure if this is the correct term, but you can hear OUTSIDE the headphones, so if on a plane or near others, just be aware- it ain’t private. 😂 I’ve not used them for phone conversations, but the mic works well with any assistant you use (I tried both Alexa and Google).
Battery Life: Like whoa. I’ve had these for a few weeks and have NOT had to charge them yet! I’m currently just above 60% battery life. I feel like I use them quite a lot (walking the dog, doing chores, just listening to books around the house, etc.) I’m impressed with the 50 hour battery life.
Noise Cancellation: Nope. It has little to no noise cancellation, especially when compared to my Google Pixel buds. Yes, those are IN ear buds, but still. The Google Pixel buds remove pretty much ALL ambient noise and even close talking. It’s like you’re in your own world. Unfortunately, these earphones don’t do that. The only difference is the ‘fuzz’ sound when you turn off ANC. A bit disappointing, but not a deal breaker, as I wanted something mostly for outside and I don’t need to be completely cutoff from my surroundings (cars/animals/etc) for that.
Controls: I’m getting used to these. I wish the touch options granted to the Assistants (touching the side of the phones) were able to be programmed for Play/Stop/Up/Down… but it is what it is. The buttons are easy to get to, but the ANC and bluetooth buttons should be further away from each other. I find that I keep hitting the bluetooth button (which disconnects my device). Plus, the UP/PLAY/DOWN buttons are … little. I wish they were a touch farther apart too.
Color: I got the white ones, which I LOVE. I find them to be easy to clean/keep tidy and new looking.
Overall: I’m keeping them and I use them often (switching between these and my Google Pixel Buds). They suit different needs and are both great in their own rights.
Lori A. Carron –
I bought a pair for me and my husband for some upcoming long international flights. My husband’s only requirement was noise cancelling. Wow, they sure are. And the quality of audio is close enough to as good as it gets. Only drawback is they are a bit tight fitting, I’m hoping that eases over time. I bought them when they were 119, now at 59.99 I have recommended them to all my friends who need over the ear headphones.
Also and added bonus is that they have a plug in attachment for ease of plug n play on flights that have TVs – otherwise the wireless works just fine with your phone.
If you need a good pair of headphones for flights, movies or to sleep and keep out distractions, grab them! You will love.
William Gravel –
I recently purchased the JBL Live 660NC wireless over-ear headphones and have been thoroughly impressed with their performance. The first thing you notice is the sleek, black design that exudes a modern and stylish vibe. They are not only visually appealing but also extremely comfortable to wear for extended periods, thanks to the well-cushioned ear cups.
The 40mm dynamic drivers deliver an immersive audio experience. The sound quality is crisp and clear, with a well-balanced bass that is not overpowering. It’s perfect for a variety of music genres, from classical to pop, and even podcasts sound great.
Noise cancelling is a standout feature of these headphones. It effectively blocks out ambient noise, allowing you to focus on your music or calls. This feature is especially useful in noisy environments like public transport or busy offices.
Battery life is another strong point. The long-lasting battery ensures that you can use these headphones for extended periods without worrying about constant recharging, which is great for travelers or those who forget to charge their devices often.
The addition of a voice assistant is a convenient touch, making it easier to control music, take calls, or get information without having to reach for your phone.
Overall, the JBL Live 660NC headphones are a fantastic choice for anyone looking for high-quality sound, effective noise cancellation, and user-friendly features. They offer great value for the price, and I would highly recommend them to music enthusiasts and everyday users alike.
JD –
First of all, hopefully my review is fair but please read this with a grain of salt. I do consider myself an “audiophile” which frankly isn’t a status symbol of my knowledge on audio, it’s simply that I have hole in my pockets from spending on audio gear. I do own several high end TOTL IEMs and Headphones from the likes of Empire Ears, Unique Melody, Meze, Hifiman and Audeze, but I am also trying to be as fair as possible in my review here as I can’t compare any of these brands to JBL. But on the other hand, I do have other “consumer” headphones from Sony and Soundcore, so I’m trying to frame this review around that as a comparison.
I was looking for something simple that I can occasionally take with me to the gym, for walks, at an airplane, etc., where I wouldn’t be absolutely paranoid about dropping, scratching or breaking them in the process. From the reviews both within Amazon and other sources, it seemed like a “safe” bet with a 4.5 rating on Amazon and some mixed reviews from other sources. I’ve mainly seen these compared to the Soundcore Q30 (which I bought and returned), and folks seem to generally lean towards Soundcore instead between these two.
Let me start by saying there is NO comparison to the Soundcore Q30. In terms of build quality and sound quality, these JBL Live 660NCs are light years ahead. Compared to something like the Sony WH1000XM5, believe it or not, I actually prefer the tuning on the JBL, but the ANC and mic quality on the Sony is definitely better, and Sony of course supports LDAC which these JBLs don’t. Frankly, not a big deal, since if I really want to hear “HiFi” music I can simply plug these into my headphone amp with the provided wired cable (which I’ll get into in a bit).
Sound quality: Harman target, executed beautifully. You get the boosted lows, somewhat recessed mids and boosted highs, but they respond extremely well with EQ either through the JBL app or Wavelet for Android (which I’d recommend over any headphone manufacturer app anyways). Both female and male voices are clear, crisp, not too sibilant, instrument separation is fantastic, above average staging, and there’s zero “muddying” of the sound especially when EQ is applied to boost any frequency range. The bass has “rumble”, but again, doesn’t muddy anything – it’s thumpy and fast. Again, light years ahead of the “competition” such as the Soundcore Q30.
Build: Excellent. Sturdy. Doesn’t feel like “cheap” plastic. Light years ahead of the Soundcore Q30, but doesn’t even come close to beating the Sony WH1000XM5 in terms of comfort – the Sony headphones are like wearing “clouds” on your ears. Ear cups are a bit small (I’ll get into that later).
Where I was the most impressed with was when connecting these to a good quality amp. I run a Topping E50 and L50 stack, and I almost feel like they turned into a completely different headphone with a wired connection. The sound was simply fantastic, to the point where I can (and will) compare these to the sound signature and performance of the Meze 99 Neo (~$200), and frankly responds better to a Sony WH1000XM5 connected to the same source. So short version: If you can experience these with a good quality wired connection (DAC + AMP combo) I definitely recommend trying it out.
Now to the “bad” stuff: Small ear cups, or maybe I have big ears. Would be nice to have ear cups that are a tad bit bigger to fit bigger ears. Wired connection – I am trying to understand why JBL wouldn’t just provide a standard 3.5mm connector rather than a 3.5mm to 2.5mm connector – Why? For Bluetooth, the max supported codec is AAC, which again is fine considering the price and I wouldn’t expect LDAC at this price point so this really isn’t a negative call out to JBL.
Are these “audiophile” grade? No. But you can’t expect that for $99. What you get is an excellent pair of headphones packed with basic features, with excellent sound, portability, build quality, that won’t make you cry if they break.