The Tune 780NC wraps around the ear and weighs about 225 grams. Its simple travel advantage is having two ways to listen: Bluetooth for your own devices and an included cable for a screen with a headphone jack.
In depth
JBL Tune 780NC review
Published
Best forCommuters who want light over-ears for music, calls and a wired seatback screen.
At a glance
- Noise cancellation
- Supported
- Weight
- 225.2 g
- Battery life
- Up to 50 h (ANC on)
- Connections
- Bluetooth 6.0 multipointincluded USB-C to 3.5 mm audio cable
Pros
- Cushions offer useful passive isolation.
- Multipoint and a supplied audio cable cover several sources.
Cons
- The bass emphasis can give voices less room.
- A USB charging cable is a separate item.
Sound & Noise Cancellation
- 40 mm drivers
- Adaptive noise cancellation
Les Numériques found that the earcups themselves isolated well and that the active system fell short of its strongest competitors. Its reviewers heard a substantial low end that gave some voices a muffled quality. If spoken radio is your usual listening, try a less bass-heavy EQ before judging the fit. 1
Design & Fit
- Foldable over-ear frame
- 225.2 g
The internal opening of each cushion is roughly 60 by 43 mm. That measurement is more useful than the over-ear label if other compact headphones have pressed on the top of your ear. Both cups fold for storage when the cable and headphones have to share a small bag.
Connectivity & Battery
- Bluetooth 6.0 multipoint
- Up to 50 hours with ANC
Pair a personal phone and laptop together and reserve the included analog-source cable for fixed equipment. JBL rates the headphones for 50 hours with Bluetooth and ANC enabled. The audio cable in the box and the USB cable you’ll need for charging serve different purposes.
Alternatives
JBL’s Tune 680NC rests on the ear and weighs 161 g. It shares the 50-hour Bluetooth-plus-ANC rating, so the decision is more about where the cushions touch than time away from the charger. In a busy room I’d favor the 780NC’s larger surround unless on-ear pads suit you better.
Verdict
The Tune 780NC is a practical travel pair for someone who wants wired backup, light over-ears and strong bass. Try it with voices as well as a favorite song before deciding whether its tuning suits everyday use.
About this review
This is a research-based review. The Fasit has not physically tested this product.
Sources & Research
1 reference
Independent sources cited in this article.
- Les NumériquesTest JBL Tune 780NC (opens in a new tab)https://www.lesnumeriques.com/casque-bluetooth/jbl-tune-780nc-p77080/test.html
Measured and listening assessment of passive isolation versus active cancellation and bass-forward sound.