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JBL LIVE 780NC Wireless Over Ear Noise Cancelling Headphones with Mic

Name: JBL LIVE 780NC Wireless Over Ear Noise Cancelling Headphones with Mic
Brand: JBL
Price: 169 GBP
Availability: InStock

£169

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Key features

Enjoy rich, engaging audio with JBL Signature Sound and Hi-Res certification, making every moment sound better.
Stay focused with 6-mic True Adaptive Noise Cancelling 2.0, which precisely filters out environmental noise in real time.
Make natural, clear calls with 2-mic Perfect Calls 2.0, enhanced by an AI-trained algorithm to cut through background noise.
Experience future-ready listening with next-gen Bluetooth and LE Audio, offering lower power consumption and higher quality.
Get up to 80 hours of battery life with ANC off, or 50 hours with ANC on, so your music keeps going all day.
Fold flat and pack away easily with the fully foldable design, perfect for travel and daily commutes.
Customise your sound, controls and more with the JBL Headphones app, including Spatial Sound and Personi-Fi 3.0.

In more detail

Stay connected and immersed in your world with the JBL Live 780NC Wireless Over-Ear Noise Cancelling Headphones. These headphones are designed to enhance every moment of your day, whether you're working, travelling or enjoying your favourite content.

Rich, captivating sound

Enjoy superior audio quality with JBL Signature Sound, delivering clear, detailed and rich sound that makes every playlist, podcast and video more engaging. Hi-Res Audio certification ensures you experience the richness and precision of true high-resolution sound, whether wired or wireless.

Advanced noise cancelling for focus

Stay focused and distraction-free with True Adaptive Noise Cancelling 2.0. The 6-microphone system captures and filters out environmental noise in real time, providing a more accurate and precise noise cancellation experience. Adjust the level of noise cancellation using the JBL Headphones app to suit your environment.

Crystal clear calls

Make natural and clear calls with 2-mic Perfect Calls 2.0, powered by an AI-trained algorithm. The dual beamforming microphones and intelligent noise cancellation ensure that every word is heard clearly, even in noisy environments.

Future-ready connectivity

Experience seamless connectivity with next-gen Bluetooth and LE Audio. Connect to 2 devices simultaneously and switch between them effortlessly. Stream your content or tap into Auracast for audio sharing, making it easy to enjoy or share your music.

Comfort and portability

Enjoy hours of comfortable listening with the soft, ergonomically shaped earcups and lightweight silicone headband. The sturdy metal hinge adds durability, and the fully foldable design makes it easy to pack up and go, fitting neatly into the included carrying pouch.

Personalised sound experience

Customise your listening experience with the JBL Headphones app. Use Personi-Fi 3.0 to tailor the sound to your personal preferences and adjust settings for spatial sound, touch and button controls and call clarity. The Low Volume Dynamic EQ ensures powerful sound even at lower volumes, enhancing your experience in any setting.

Specifications

Type	Wireless
Battery Life	80 hours
Connectivity	Bluetooth 6.0
Colour	Black
Brand	JBL
What's In The Box	1 x JBL Live 780NC headphones, 1 x USB Type-C to analog 3.5mm cable, 1 x Carrying pouch, 1 x Warranty/Warning, 1 x QSG
Product Dimensions	‎Ear cushion outer length: 98.6mm, Ear cushion outer width: 80mm, Ear cushion height: 23mm, Ear cushion inner length: 60.4mm, Ear cushion inner width: 41.5mm, Audio cable length: 120cm
Weight	260g
Manufacturer Part number (MPN)	JBLLIVE780NCBLK
EE Article Code	400025855

FAQs

The JBL Live 780NC are premium wireless over-ear headphones combining JBL Signature Sound, Hi-Res Audio certification, True Adaptive Noise Cancelling 2.0 with 6 microphones, LDAC high-resolution Bluetooth codec support and an outstanding 80-hour battery life. They feature Bluetooth 6.0 for a stable, low-latency connection, a foldable design with a sturdy metal hinge, touch controls on the earcup and the JBL Headphones app for personalisation. Reviewers describe them as a compelling mix of features, comfort and audio quality that competes with headphones costing significantly more.

The JBL Live 780NC feature True Adaptive Noise Cancelling 2.0, powered by a 6-microphone array that monitors your environment and adjusts the ANC in real time. This is more precise than the 4-microphone system on the Live 680NC. In real-world use, the ANC performs well at blocking consistent, low-frequency noise like air conditioning, engines and office hum, making them well-suited for commuting, travel and focused working. The Ambient Aware and TalkThru modes let you stay aware of your surroundings or hold conversations without removing the headphones. For voices and higher-frequency sounds, ANC performance is good but not class-leading at this level.

Battery life on the JBL Live 780NC is genuinely outstanding. With ANC off, you get up to 80 hours of playback per charge; with ANC on, that’s still up to 50 hours. Talk time reaches up to 33 hours with ANC off. Speed Charge provides 4 hours of playback from just a 5-minute charge when you’re running low and a full charge takes around 2 hours. Real-world reviewers confirm that a full week of daily use, including commuting, gym sessions and evening film-watching, is achievable without recharging. This virtually eliminates battery anxiety for most regular users.

The JBL Live 780NC deliver rich, detailed JBL Signature Sound through 40mm dynamic drivers with a compound diaphragm. A key upgrade over many competing headphones is LDAC support, which streams audio at up to 3x the bitrate of standard Bluetooth codecs, ideal for listening to high-resolution music on compatible services and apps. Hi-Res Audio certification, JBL Spatial Sound 3.0 and Personi-Fi 3.0 personalised EQ via the app further enhance the listening experience. It’s worth noting that the default tuning is bass-heavy; if you prefer a more balanced sound, some EQ adjustment in the app is recommended.

The JBL Live 780NC use a dual beamforming microphone system with an AI-trained noise reduction algorithm, Perfect Calls 2.0, to deliver clear, natural-sounding calls. The system is designed to cut through traffic noise, wind and ambient chatter, keeping your voice clear for whoever you’re speaking to. Combined with the over-ear seal that blocks surrounding noise on your end, the Live 780NC make a strong companion for hands-free calls whether you’re on a commute, at a desk or out and about.

Yes. The JBL Live 780NC support LDAC, Sony’s high-resolution Bluetooth codec that transmits audio at up to 990kbps, around 3x the bitrate of standard SBC. This makes a noticeable difference when streaming from high-resolution music services or listening to lossless tracks. The headphones are also Hi-Res Audio certified and support AAC and SBC for compatibility with all Bluetooth devices. Bluetooth LE Audio and Auracast are also supported, enabling advanced audio sharing features for the future.

Yes. The JBL Live 780NC support multipoint Bluetooth connectivity, allowing you to pair and stay connected to 2 devices at the same time, such as your phone and laptop. The headphones also include wear detection that automatically pauses music when you take them off and resumes playback when you put them back on. A USB-C to 3.5mm audio cable is included in the box, giving you a wired option when Bluetooth isn’t available or practical, though the headphones must be powered on to use the wired connection.

The JBL Live 780NC are over-ear headphones, designed with large earcups that fully enclose the ear for an immersive, comfortable fit. The cushioned earcups and padded headband keep the headphones comfortable through long listening sessions and the lightweight build at 260g prevents them from feeling heavy during extended wear. Some reviewers noted the headband could benefit from slightly more padding after several consecutive hours. The foldable design makes them easy to store and carry in the included soft pouch.

The JBL Live 780NC are the more premium option, stepping up with an over-ear design, 6 microphones for more precise ANC, LDAC high-res audio codec support, LE Audio and Auracast compatibility and a slightly wider soundstage. The JBL Live 680NC are on-ear, more compact, lighter and punchy in their bass response, making them a strong option if portability and value are your priorities. Both models share the same 80-hour battery life, 40mm drivers, True Adaptive Noise Cancelling 2.0 and Bluetooth 6.0. If you prefer a more immersive over-ear fit, full LDAC support and the strongest ANC performance, the 780NC is the better pick. If you want something more portable and better value, the 680NC delivers excellent results for the money.