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Updated January 10, 2024·
Going for the JBL Tune 760NC might suit you if you prioritize wireless convenience, active noise cancelling for better sound isolation, especially while traveling, and if you don't mind paying a bit more. However, if budget is a significant concern, the Turtle Beach Recon 70 is less expensive and provides superior microphone quality, which is great for calls, meetings, or gaming. Both offer reasonably good sound quality and comfort, but neither is ideal for exercise use due to their size and weight. Neither supports low-latency audio, which is something to consider if you plan to use them for gaming or watching videos. Give Feedback
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Advantages of the JBL Tune 760NC
Excellent for air travel
Advantages of the Turtle Beach Recon 70
Good for music
Best in class for phone calls
Very good for gaming
Good for TV and video
Good for podcasts and audiobooks
Key differences
Music
6.3/10
7.1/10
The Turtle Beach Recon 70 is good for music, while the JBL Tune 760NC is only fair.
Gaming
5.4/10
8.4/10
The Turtle Beach Recon 70 is very good for gaming, while the JBL Tune 760NC is poor.
Phone Calls
5.2/10
9.6/10
The Turtle Beach Recon 70 is best in class for phone calls, while the JBL Tune 760NC is poor.
Podcasts and Audiobooks
5.9/10
7.6/10
The Turtle Beach Recon 70 is good for podcasts and audiobooks, while the JBL Tune 760NC is poor.
TV and Video
5.6/10
7.5/10
The Turtle Beach Recon 70 is good for TV and video, while the JBL Tune 760NC is poor.
Noise Reduction
7.0/10
5.6/10
The JBL Tune 760NC is good for noise reduction, while the Turtle Beach Recon 70 is poor.
Battery
40.9 Hours
N/A
The JBL Tune 760NC has 40.9 hours of battery life. The Turtle Beach Recon 70 does not have a battery.
Cost
$80
$40
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The JBL Tune 760NC has a price of $80 and the Turtle Beach Recon 70 costs $40.
"The JBL 760NC offers quite a solid and moderately-above-average sonic performance for wireless headphones in this price tier. As usual, JBL outperforms more conventional big names like Apple or Beats. Listeners are given a clean, detailed, and mostly neutral sound that, typical to Harman, holds a universal appeal that seems unlikely to offend."
"There aren’t many considerations to make here. The Turtle Beach Recon 70 sounds decent, offers solid chat audio, feels good to wear over long periods, and it works everywhere. If you’re in the market for a simple plug-and-play option, you could do a whole lot worse (and spend a whole lot more money). Regardless, if getting something cheap that works well is the only thing you care about, this is a great option."
Get a great deal on the JBL Tune 760NC or the Turtle Beach Recon 70
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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