JLab JBuds Hi-Fi Noise Canceling Earphones (white)
Manufacturer: JLab Audio, Inc. Part number: 854291001037
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- If you're looking for an ultra-low-cost replacement for the earbuds that came standard with your MP3 player, the JLab JBuds are a good alternative.
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CNET editors' review
JLab JBuds Hi-Fi Noise Canceling Earphones (white) price range: $9.77 - $9.95
- Reviewed by: Jasmine France
- Reviewed on: 08/28/2006
The good: The JLab JBuds are comfortable and cheap and provide decent sound quality for the price.
The bad: The term noise canceling in the JBuds' name is misleading--the phones don't really keep out ambient noise; bass response could be tighter.
The bottom line: If you're looking for an ultra-low-cost replacement for the earbuds that came standard with your MP3 player, the JLab JBuds are a good alternative.
Part of the reason JLab is able to keep prices so low on the JBuds is because no extras are in the box. Open it up, and you get the earbuds and three sets of different-size silicon ear fittings. The cushions are quite comfortable; in fact, I was pleased to note that one set actually fit in my small ear canals (I'm constantly complaining about this issue). The 'buds do not, however, block out ambient noise very well. First, the term noise canceling in the product name is a misnomer, as active noise canceling requires electronic circuitry, which the JBuds do not have. What these 'phones are capable of is passive noise isolation, which uses the seal to block out extraneous sound. The JBuds do a decent job at this when you're playing music at a medium volume, but if there is little to no music playing, you can hear everything going on around you. Compare this to Shure's E4cs, which work passively even with no tunes playing. Of course, those 'phones retail for about $300.
The JBuds offer good sound quality, which is elevated to the status of great when you factor in the $20 price tag. Perfect Circle's hard rock track "Magdalena" came through with a surprising amount of detail and clarity; the hip hop track "Who's That Girl" by Eve sounded rich with a defined high end; and classical tracks were clean, though not all the detail was as present as with high-end headphones. In all cases, bass was a tad overpowering and very boomy. As such, I found that techno tracks tended to get a bit lost in it. Tighter, punchier bass would have been more enjoyable. Still, the JBuds sound decent overall, so if you're on a budget, I have no qualms about recommending them.
User reviews
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The JBuds are a great value at $19.95. They sound fantastic!
by miniblaster on October 24, 2006
Pros: Incredible sound quality, excellent range and clarity, very comfortable, good cable length
Cons: None. These are perfect.
Summary: I would highly recommend the JBuds. I have had them for a few months and listen to them every day. They sound great. I have compared them against the Shure ...
Summary: I would highly recommend the JBuds. I have had them for a few months and listen to them every day. They sound great. I have compared them against the Shure EC3's and the JBuds sound just as good for a fraction of the price. Try 'em, you'll love 'em! I got mine at www.jlabaudio.com. JLab also makes some other cool products, the MiniBLaster Portable Speaker for iPod nano and the B-Flex Laptop USB Speaker. Both are extremely compact and worth checking out as well! I used a coupon, blog20, to save 20% and I bought all 3 of their products. This is a cool new company.
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Great customer service. Decent product for the price.
by kewinkie on June 1, 2010
Pros: Product works well for the price. Jbuds was happy to replace them within the warranty period.
Cons: It would be nice to have a basic sound control on the wire. Wires are a bit long. Had to have it replaced due to left ear bud lossing sound.
Summary: Basic ear buds work well for the price. 6 months of good use. I may have had a defective pair. We will see how these ones go. The customer service ...
Summary: Basic ear buds work well for the price. 6 months of good use. I may have had a defective pair. We will see how these ones go. The customer service was great. They were friend, attentive, and resolved the issue quickly.
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Underwhelming, overpriced
by caponsacchi on March 10, 2010
Pros: Lightweight, decent sealing, relatively full-frequencied
Cons: No better than numerous earbuds/phones available for single-digit prices.
Summary: Curiosity got the better of me, and I ordered these JLab phones from Amazon, where they're currently the best-sellers (4 other JLab earphones are also in the list of ...
Summary: Curiosity got the better of me, and I ordered these JLab phones from Amazon, where they're currently the best-sellers (4 other JLab earphones are also in the list of 10 best-sellers on the site). They're likely to satisfy most young users in terms of fit and booming bass, but this is clearly a case where brand name and popularity have produced a self-feeding run on the product. Any number of entry-level phones--from JVC, Sony, Panasonic, even Colby--sound at least as good and some infinitely better in terms of a warm sound and clearly defined pitches while preserving overtones and harmonics. Now that I've moved up to phones like the Sony MDR-EX300 and 700 phones, I would use these only for rough and tumble wear, so that, if broken, I won't be broken up as well.
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sound is just ok, kind of flat
by stevenalexr on August 30, 2008
Pros: Probably best quality for the price. Good fit.
Cons: Sound quality is a on the flat side. No pop
Summary: Can't beat the price, but it might be worth spending more for better sound.
Summary: Can't beat the price, but it might be worth spending more for better sound.
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Excellent Headphones at Excellent Price
by loonie1616 on July 29, 2008
Pros: Comfortable, Price, Volume, Sound Quality, Cord
Cons: Cord length, bass
Summary: Overall, these are pretty good headphones. For the price, these are amazing headphones. These are probably the best headphones $19.95 can buy. The volume is great they are really ...
Summary: Overall, these are pretty good headphones. For the price, these are amazing headphones. These are probably the best headphones $19.95 can buy. The volume is great they are really comfortable and the sound quality is good. Also, the cord is the traditional Y which I really like. The cord is about a foot too long though, but I make due. Also, the bass isn't the best but for the price, it doesn't matter.
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Best Bud for the Buck
by bfunc on July 14, 2008
Pros: Comfort, Sound, Price
Cons: i liked everything about the JBuds
Summary: I paid 59.99 for skull candy ear buds that stopped working in three months, these i got for less than $20. JBuds sound better, are more comfortable, fall out ...
Summary: I paid 59.99 for skull candy ear buds that stopped working in three months, these i got for less than $20. JBuds sound better, are more comfortable, fall out a lot less when i am working out or running, and they are still working perfectly after almost a year of tough use.
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Amazing sound.
by philliflash on May 10, 2008
Pros: Great price, really comfortable, great sound
Cons: none that i can think of
Summary: The jbuds are the best bang for your buck out there. They are super comfortable and provide really high quality sound. I have had the same pair for a couple ...
Summary: The jbuds are the best bang for your buck out there. They are super comfortable and provide really high quality sound. I have had the same pair for a couple years and they feel and sound fantastic. I often fall asleep with them in my ears because they are so comfortable, I forget to take them out. I have used a bunch of other brands that hurt my ears after only listening to a few songs. I highly recommend the Jlab Jbuds. I bought them because they were the top selling headphone on amazon and I wasn't disapointed.
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Very nice for the Price
by mark956101957 on April 23, 2008
Pros: Clarity, depth and bass
Cons: not the best for jogging
Summary: I have used these for many months now after trying Sony, and a few other brands. I don't see how you can get a better ear bud headphone for ...
Summary: I have used these for many months now after trying Sony, and a few other brands. I don't see how you can get a better ear bud headphone for the price. They have very good bass and clarity and depth. I have had a difficult time keeping them in while jogging but that is only after the wire starts yanking on them while running. I highly recommend these.
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Cheap Headphones, POOR SOUND QUALITY :(
by RonaldG123 on January 13, 2007
Pros: Light Weight
Cons: Slip out of ears, Por Sound Quality, Cheap Construction
Summary: WATCH OUT!! I purchased the headphones after reading some good reviews on the product from what I assumed were actual users I purchased the headphones for $27 dollars including shipping. ...
Summary: WATCH OUT!! I purchased the headphones after reading some good reviews on the product from what I assumed were actual users I purchased the headphones for $27 dollars including shipping. After using the headphones for approximately 10 minutes at my local gym the earphone rubber became so slippery that they would only stay in my ears for 20-30 seconds before slipping out. Also the sound quality is not that great, I would campate them to that of the free headphones that came with me IBM laptop.
Overall very dissatisfied with my purchase. BUYER BE WARE!!!
PS The right side wire for the headphones came loose after only 3 weeks of use by my wife. luckily the headphones actually stayrd in her ears while she was using them, probably because she does not work out
Specifications
- Manufacturer: JLab Audio, Inc.
- Part number: 854291001037
- Description: JBuds are the perfect companion for your iPod or portable media player, combining sleek design, premium sound quality, noise cancellation, and maximum comfort. The soft silicone earbuds fit perfectly inside your ears, allowing you to comfortably enjoy your music non-stop while blocking outside noise. The JBuds give you a high-intensity listening experience with crisp, clear sound and powerful bass.
General
- Recommended Use The noise canceling feature keeps out ambient sounds on buses and airplanes. Plus, they are portable for easy transport.
- Product Type Headphones
- Color White
- Recommended Use Portable audio system
- Additional Features Noise canceling circuit
Headphones
- Headphones Type Headphones - Binaural
- Headphones Form Factor In-ear ear-bud
- Connectivity Technology Wired
- Sound Output Mode Stereo
- Response Bandwidth 20 - 20000 Hz
- Sensitivity 102 dB
- Impedance 16 Ohm
- Magnet Material Japanese cobalt
Remote Control
- Type None
Connections
- Connector Type 1 x Headphones ( Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm )
Miscellaneous
- Cables Included 1 x Headphones cable - Integrated
- Included Accessories Ear-buds
Power
- Power Device None
- Battery None
Product series
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JLab JBuds Hi-Fi Noise Canceling Earphones (white)
Manufacturer: JLab Audio, Inc.
Specs: Headphones - Binaural,
Headphones,
In-ear ear-bud,
White,
Stereo,
Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm,
Noise canceling circuit
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