JBL CLUB 950NC Over-Ear Wireless Headphones w/ Active Noise Cancellation
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Product Overview
JBL CLUB 950NC is a mid-range over-ear wireless headphone with active noise cancellation inspired by touring musicians with a pair of 40mm dynamic drivers. It boasts up to 55 hours of battery life and can be recharged in under 2 hours.
With the ANC on, the 950NC delivers 22 hours of play time via Bluetooth or 30 hours wired. Its active noise cancellation makes it possible to immersive oneself in the music, with ambient noise filtered out.
The JBL CLUB 950NC delivers Hi-Res sound while Ambient Aware and TalkThru functionalities make it easy to carry out a conversation. It also supports both Google Assistant and Alexa built-in voice assistants.
Alongside the CLUB 950NC, JBL also introduced the on-ear CLUB 700BT and flagship CLUB ONE in this series.
Ratings
What we found**
Pros
- Excellent sound quality for the price
- Solid noise cancellation
- Good battery life
Cons
- Nothing in particular
What external reviewers found***
External score 65% (not directly comparable across industries)
Pros
- Good call quality
- Solid mic quality
- Good battery life
- Good leakage performance
- Well-balanced and versatile sound profile
- Strong audio performance
Cons
- Poor integrated microphone
- Poor noise isolation performance
- Noise cancellation isn’t great
- Chunky controls
- Bass-heavy sound signature
Price Comparison
Specifications
Connectivity
Ports
3.5mm, USB-C
Wireless Connectivity
Bluetooth 5.0
Construction
Battery | Capacity
730 mAh
Cable
1.2 m + 1.5 m coiled (CLUB ONE only)
Colors
Black
Drivers
40 mm dynamic
Form Factor
Over-ear wireless headphones
Headphone Type
Closed headphones, dynamic headphones
Dimensions
Weight
372 g
Function
Bluetooth Profiles
A2DP 1.3, AVRCP 1.5, HFP 1.6
Noise Cancellation
Yes
Performance
Battery Life
55h (BT), 22h (BT+ANC), 30h (wired + ANC)
Frequency Response
16Hz - 22kHz Active, 16Hz - 40kHz Passive
Impedance
32 ohms
Max Sound Level
105 dB
Microphone Sensitivity
-24 dBV @ 1 kHz / Pa
Power Input
2000 mW
Sensitivity
91 dB SPL @ 1 kHz / 1 mW
Production
Availability
2020-03
Debut
2020-01 CES
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3rd-Party Review Videos
External Reviews
pcmag[1]
Reviewer score 77%The Club 950NC headphones handle deep lows and drones well, tamping down the type of noise that planes and trains produce significantly. JBL estimates battery life to be roughly 22 hours with ANC and Bluetooth in use, and 55 hours with Bluetooth only. The mic's signal is strong, and callers should have no trouble understanding.
Find the original article here.
Pros
- Strong audio performance
- Solid mic quality
- Comfortable fit
Cons
- Bass-heavy sound signature
rtings[2]
Reviewer score 38%The JBL CLUB 950NC are decent over-ear headphones for mixed usage. They look and feel well-built and durable, and are comfortable enough to wear for long periods without fatigue or discomfort. Their sound profile is well-balanced and versatile enough for a wide range of genres and content, from hip-hop to podcasts. Unfortunately, their ANC doesn't help very much, and even with it turned on, they only do an alright job at blocking out background noise.
Find the original article here.
Pros
- Well-balanced and versatile sound profile
- Comfortable enough to wear for long periods without fatigue or discomfort
- Good leakage performance
Cons
- Poor integrated microphone
- Poor noise isolation performance
whathifi[3]
Reviewer score 79%The grip from the earpads is firm but not uncomfortable – they can pivot and twist to help get the best fit possible. They don't feel as well cushioned as some rivals, though, and it's a similar case with the cushioning around the middle section of the headband. Call quality is good, with the JBL's employing a dual-mic configuration to help deliver clearer voices.
Find the original article here.
Pros
- Powerful noise-cancelling
- Good call quality
- Good battery life
Cons
- Chunky controls
- Noise cancellation isn’t great
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References
- ^ JBL Club 950NC Review. [pcmag]. https://www.pcmag.com/reviews/jbl-club-950nc. 2020-07-22. Retrieved 2021-03-22.
- ^ JBL CLUB 950NC Wireless Headphones Review. [rtings]. https://www.rtings.com/headphones/reviews/jbl/club-950nc-wireless. 2020-06-03. Retrieved 2021-03-22.
- ^ JBL Club 950NC review. [whathifi]. https://www.whathifi.com/reviews/jbl-club-950nc. 2020-06-08. Retrieved 2021-03-22.
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