The JBL Live 680NC are JBL’s wireless on-ear headphones with True Adaptive Noise Cancelling 2.0. They run 40 mm dynamic drivers, support Hi-Res Audio both wired and wireless, and JBL rates the battery at up to 80 hours with noise cancelling off, or up to 50 hours with it on. Bluetooth 6.0, two-device multipoint and Auracast sharing round out a 231 g foldable design. This listing is the black JBL Live 680NC; note that they sit on the ear rather than around it.
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Noise cancelling that adjusts itself
True Adaptive Noise Cancelling 2.0 on the JBL Live 680NC uses four microphones and calibrates in real time, adjusting to your surroundings and to how the ear cups sit. On an on-ear design the seal is never as complete as on over-ear cups, so expect good reduction of engine hum and office chatter rather than silence.
When you need to hear the world, Ambient Aware lets outside sound in, TalkThru lowers the music for a quick conversation, and Voice Aware lets you hear your own voice on calls.
Sound: 40 mm drivers and Hi-Res Audio
The JBL Live 680NC use 40 mm dynamic drivers with a frequency response of 10 Hz to 40 kHz, 32 ohm impedance and 98 dB SPL sensitivity at 1 kHz. JBL certifies them for Hi-Res Audio both wired and wireless; the wired route uses the USB-C to 3.5 mm cable in the box.
JBL Spatial Sound widens the stage for films and games, and Personi-Fi 3.0 in the JBL Headphones app builds a sound profile around your hearing. The app also holds the EQ and noise-cancelling controls.
Battery: 80 hours or 50, depending on ANC
JBL rates the JBL Live 680NC at up to 80 hours with noise cancelling off and up to 50 hours with it on, from an 870 mAh battery. A full charge takes 2 hours from empty, and a 5-minute speed charge adds up to 4 hours of listening.
For a daily commute with ANC on, 50 hours is roughly two to three weeks between charges for most people.
Connection, calls and sharing
Bluetooth 6.0 with A2DP 1.4, AVRCP 1.6.3 and HFP 1.9 connects the JBL Live 680NC to two devices at once through multipoint, so a laptop meeting and a phone call can share the same headphones. Two of the microphones are dedicated to calls. Auracast support lets you share audio with other Auracast devices.
Why the black JBL Live 680NC
Black is the colour that works everywhere: in the office, on the metro and in photos. It does not show make-up, hair products or pen marks the way the White or Sand versions can, and the black cushions age without visible staining. If you want colour instead, the Blue and Green versions are the same headphones. Wipe the cushions after long wear and fold them into the pouch when travelling.
On-ear 680NC or over-ear 780NC?
The JBL Live 680NC and the JBL Live 780NC are different products. The 680NC rest on the ear, which keeps them smaller and lighter for a bag; the 780NC surround the ear, which usually seals better for noise cancelling and spreads pressure over a wider area on long flights.
Who This Is Not For
On-ear pads press on the outer ear, which some people find tiring after a few hours, especially with glasses. If maximum noise cancelling on flights matters most, over-ear cups do better. JBL lists no water or sweat resistance, so they are not gym headphones. And at 231 g they are not the lightest on-ear option.
Ordering in the UAE
The JBL Live 680NC in black ship across the UAE in up to 3 business days, with free delivery on orders from AED 300. They carry a 1-year warranty from Totot. You can return defective or non-matching items within 14 days, and please report shipping damage within 48 hours.
Technical Specifications
- Model: JBL Live 680NC
- Colour: Black
- Type: Wireless on-ear headphones, foldable with metal hinge
- Driver: 40 mm dynamic driver
- Frequency response: 10 Hz – 40 kHz
- Impedance: 32 ohm
- Sensitivity: 98 dB SPL @ 1 kHz
- Noise cancelling: True Adaptive Noise Cancelling 2.0 (4 microphones), Ambient Aware, TalkThru, Voice Aware
- Call microphones: 2
- Audio features: Hi-Res Audio (wired and wireless), JBL Spatial Sound, Personi-Fi 3.0
- Battery: 870 mAh; up to 80 hours with ANC off, up to 50 hours with ANC on
- Charging: 2 hours from empty; 5-minute speed charge for up to 4 hours
- Bluetooth: 6.0; A2DP 1.4, AVRCP 1.6.3, HFP 1.9; multipoint (2 devices); Auracast
- App: JBL Headphones app
- Weight: 231.16 g
- Water resistance: Not listed by JBL
- In the box: Headphones, USB-C to 3.5 mm cable, carrying pouch, documentation
- Warranty: 1-year warranty from Totot
Specifications are taken from JBL’s official Live 680NC product page and spec sheet. Full details are published on the JBL Live 680NC official page.
FAQ
Are the JBL Live 680NC over-ear or on-ear?
On-ear. The over-ear model is the JBL Live 780NC.
How long does the JBL Live 680NC battery last?
80 hours with noise cancelling off and 50 hours with it on, according to JBL.
Can they connect to two devices?
Yes. Multipoint keeps two devices connected at once.
Can I use them with a cable?
Yes. A USB-C to 3.5 mm cable is included for wired listening.
How heavy are the JBL Live 680NC?
231 g (231.16 g in JBL’s spec sheet).
Are they sweat resistant?
No. JBL lists no water or sweat rating.
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