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Updated April 10, 2024·

If you're looking for excellent sound quality and comfort for long listening sessions, especially for music, the Beyerdynamic 770 Pro may suit you well, but they're wired and lack a microphone for calls. The JBL Live 770NC has active noise cancelling, making it great for air travel and noisy environments, plus wireless capabilities and app customization, but they may not be as comfortable for extended use. Neither is ideal for exercise, but the JBL offers more features like ear detection and a longer battery life, preferred for on-the-go use and convenience. Consider if features like noise cancellation and wireless connectivity outweigh your need for the top-tier sound quality and comfort the Beyerdynamic provides. Give Feedback

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Advantages of the Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm)
  • Very good for music
  • Very good for TV and video
Advantages of the JBL Live 770NC
  • Excellent for air travel

Key differences

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Music

8.6
770 Pro (80 ohm)
Live 770NC
7.4
The Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm) is very good for music, while the JBL Live 770NC is good.

Gaming

6.5
770 Pro (80 ohm)
Live 770NC
5.6
The Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm) is only fair for gaming, while the JBL Live 770NC is poor.

Phone Calls

3.8
770 Pro (80 ohm)
Live 770NC
5.2
The JBL Live 770NC and Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm) are both poor for phone calls, though the JBL Live 770NC is somewhat better.

TV and Video

8.2
770 Pro (80 ohm)
Live 770NC
5.8
The Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm) is very good for TV and video, while the JBL Live 770NC is poor.

Noise Reduction

6.0
770 Pro (80 ohm)
Live 770NC
7.0
The JBL Live 770NC is good for noise reduction, while the Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm) is only fair.

Battery

N/A
770 Pro (80 ohm)
Live 770NC
76.0 Hours
The Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm) does not have a battery. The JBL Live 770NC has 76 hours of battery life.

Cost

$170
770 Pro (80 ohm)
Live 770NC
$130
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The Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm) has a price of $170 and the JBL Live 770NC costs $130.
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Key similarities

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Podcasts and Audiobooks

5.9
770 Pro (80 ohm)
Live 770NC
5.9
The JBL Live 770NC and Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm) are both poor for podcasts and audiobooks.

Build Quality

8.0
770 Pro (80 ohm)
Live 770NC
8.0
The Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm) and JBL Live 770NC both have very good build quality.

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How the Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm) and the JBL Live 770NC compare to other earbuds and headphones

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Spec Comparison

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Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm)JBL Live 770NC
Beyerdynamic 770 Pro (80 ohm)JBL Live 770NC

GENERAL

Price
$170
$130
Brand
BeyerdynamicJBL
Release Date
January 1, 1985March 1, 2024
Form Factor
HeadphonesHeadphones
Connectivity
WiredWired + Wireless

SOUND

Music Score
8.7/107.5/10
Phone Calls Score
3.9/105.3/10
Gaming Score
6.6/105.6/10
TV and Video Score
8.2/105.8/10
Exercise Score
4.5/106.1/10

PERFORMANCE

Battery life
N/A76 Hours
Wireless charging
N/ANo
Charging time
N/A2 Hours
Bluetooth version
N/A5.3

FEATURES

Active Noise Cancelling
NoYes
Noise Reduction Score
6/107/10
Virtual Surround
N/AYes
Android App
N/AYes
iOS App
N/AYes
Mic Quality
N/A7/10

BUILD AND DESIGN

Build Quality
8/108/10
Comfort score
8.4/107/10
Size
N/AMedium
Weight (headset or single earbud)
272.1 Grams220 Grams
Microphone style
N/AIntegrated

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Sebastian Taboada | September 2022
"Altogether, when you consider its accessible price tag, the performance, the build, and its outstanding comfort, I think that the DT770 Pro is fantastic option for anyone looking for a closed-back headphone in the sub-$1,000 range, and I can confidently give it a strong recommendation."

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About Beyerdynamic

Beyerdynamic is a German, family-owned, century-old, audio system manufacturer. They produce a wide array of professional-quality products such as microphones, aviation headsets, conference systems and headphones. The company has served as the main provider of audio equipment for German entertainment events like tours by the Beatles and Elton John and even government entities like the German Parliament.

About JBL

JBL is an American audio equipment manufacturer. Owned by Harman International which is, itself, owned by Samsung Electronics. JBL markets a wide array of monitoring speakers, professional headphones and consumer market headphones and earbuds. It was founded in 1946 by James Bullough Lansing (whose initials give the company its name) and has become one of the most prolific audio companies ever. Their products were responsible for audio during the 1969 Woodstock Festival.

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