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JBL Quantum 800

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Product Overview

JBL Quantum 800 is an over-ear gaming headset with a flip-up microphone. Part of JBL's new gaming range, the Quantum 800 features active noise cancellation and can be used wirelessly or wired via 3.5mm audio cable or USB.
The Quantum 800 is similar to the cheaper Quantum 600, adding on top of it active noise cancellation and Bluetooth 5.0 support.
Other models in JBL's Quantum series include the basic Quantum 100, Quantum 200 that adds a PC splitter, Quantum 300, which comes with a USB adapter, Quantum 400, which internalizes the USB adapter and adds surround sound support, and the flagship, Quantum One, which uniquely features surround sound with Head Tracking.
There is also an in-ear headset in the Quantum range, the Quantum 50.

Ratings

What we found

Pros
  • Powerful active noise cancellation
  • Programmable lighting and simulated surround sound
  • Comfortable fit
  • Supports Bluetooth
Cons
  • Bass-heavy sound profile
  • Doesn't sound as good as other wireless gaming headphones

What external reviewers found

External score 67%
Pros
  • Good sound
  • Gorgeous 3.5 mm audio
  • Excellent battery life
  • Strong audio performance
  • Great Active Noise cancelling features
  • Comfortable fit
Cons
  • Bulky design
  • Bass isn't particularly accurate
  • No detachable mic
  • Can’t remove the microphone
  • Bass-heavy sound profile

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Specifications

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External Reviews

pcmag[1]

Reviewer score 79% (normalized by Neofiliac)
Reviewers from pcmag have found:
The JBL Quantum 800 features active noise cancellation (ANC) The boom microphone is very sensitive and sounds excellent with some tinkering. Music sounds very good on the Quantum 800 when you use the right settings. If you want good ANC, the Sennheiser HD 450BT is an excellent pair of headphones.
Pros
  • Strong audio performance
  • Comfortable fit
  • Programmable microphone
Cons
  • Bass isn't particularly accurate

rtings[2]

Reviewer score 47% (normalized by Neofiliac)
Reviewers from rtings have found:
The JBL Quantum 800 are okay for mixed use. They have a bass-heavy sound profile with a somewhat veiled treble. If you don't like this sound, there's a graphic EQ as well as presets available on their companion software. They're better suited for gaming, though, as they can connect wirelessly via their USB dongle.
Pros
  • Great active noise cancelling feature
  • Graphic EQ and presets available on their companion software
  • Comfortable fit
  • Great Active Noise cancelling features
Cons
  • Bulky design
  • Bass-heavy sound profile
  • No detachable mic

tomsguide[3]

Reviewer score 75% (normalized by Neofiliac)
Reviewers from tomsguide have found:
The JBL Quantum 800 provides rich, detailed soundscapes that deliver a healthy amount of bass, robust trebles and crystal-clear voices. Unlike most other USB headsets, the Quantum 800 uses five different drivers to manage its sound. It's a shame that you can't remove the microphone, otherwise the Bluetooth functionality would make it an easy sell for trips and commutes.
Pros
  • Gorgeous 3.5 mm audio
  • Excellent battery life
  • Comfortable to wear
  • Good sound
Cons
  • Can’t remove the microphone

References

  1. ^ JBL Quantum 800 Review. [pcmag].
  2. ^ JBL Quantum 800 Wireless Headphones Review. [rtings].
  3. ^ JBL Quantum 800 review. [tomsguide].

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