Live 770NC

"Out of the box, sound feels more rich compared to AKG... The bass is more solid and mids and highs do not suffer. Virtual stage feels better and music has a wider feeling."

The sound quality is frequently highlighted as a strong point, offering rich bass, clear mids and highs, and a wider soundstage, especially when compared to other headphones in its price range.

"Clamping force is strong, stronger than AKG and Sony, but feels comfortable so far (I have a big head)."

While the clamping force is noted as strong and comfortable for some, even those with larger heads, there's a caveat that prolonged wear might lead to discomfort for others.

"These headphones feel very lightweight, plastic is quite thin and makes a cheap impression."

Multiple users describe the plastic as thin and cheap-feeling, leading to concerns about durability, although one user found them more premium than some Sony models.

"ANC is so-so when on a call, but not as bad as Sony which turned talk-through on call when on 3,5mm cable."

The call quality is described as mediocre, with ANC being only 'so-so' during calls, indicating it's a weak point for the device.

"ANC is adaptive and this a major win for me since noise cancelling of Sony WH-1000XM4 created a sort of air pressure to my ears which I only experience while diving and this gave me sickness and dizziness."

The adaptive ANC is a major plus, and the app support is generally well-received, though the inclusion of a cloth bag instead of a hard case is a minor drawback.

"Although the ferocious bass means a lot of clarity and detail is lost on some tracks, for those bass lovers, it’s an easy sacrifice."

The sound quality is heavily skewed towards bass, which is a pro for bass lovers but a con for detail-seekers, with mids and highs sometimes becoming muddled or less clear.

"I wore these headphones for hours, ran a million chores with them, and didn’t feel like they hurt my noggin."

Users found the headphones to be lightweight and comfortable for extended wear, with plush ear cushions and a padded headband.

"The battery refuses to die... Even if the claims are slightly inflated, they’re much longer than the most successful headphones at double the price."

The battery life is consistently praised as exceptional, with reviewers noting it lasts for many hours even with ANC on, far exceeding many competitors.

"The build quality could have been a lot better... What you’re currently getting is the absolute bare bones."

The build quality is frequently described as cheap, flimsy, and plasticky, with thin materials and loose buttons detracting from the overall feel.

"I tested the Live 770NCs on a work call and was promptly told that my built-in MacBook Air M2 microphone was far superior."

Call quality is consistently reported as poor, with colleagues and partners noting a distorted, tinny, or warped voice.

"Sadly, there’s no LDAC or aptX compatibility, which I’d like to see on a pair of headphones with nice 40mm drivers and a good frequency range."

The headphones offer a good range of features including app customization, multipoint Bluetooth, and spatial audio, though they lack hi-res codecs and the touch controls can be finicky.

"The sound is quite good, they have very good bass."

Users generally appreciate the sound quality, often highlighting good bass and clarity, with the app's EQ providing further customization.

"The ear pads could be a touch wider."

Comfort is divisive; some find them light and comfortable, while others complain about tight clamping force, small earcups, or earcups wearing out.

"with ANC on you still have abt 50h of battery, wich is very impressive for a pair of headphones"

Battery life is consistently praised as excellent, with users noting it's impressive even with ANC enabled.

"Build quality is not good. It can break very easily."

A significant number of users report poor build quality, describing the headphones as cheap, creaky, and prone to breaking.

"To minimize the chance of biased or incomplete results, I wish reviewers would test the microphones both outdoors and indoors in a quiet environment, with ANC turned on as well as off."

Call quality and microphone performance are not extensively discussed by users, leaving a neutral impression.

"That touch sensor is a bit confusing but probably takes some getting used to"

The app's EQ and JBL's Personifi feature are noted as positives, but the touch sensor is occasionally found confusing.