HIGHLIGHTS
* The JBL TUNE Buds boasts 10mm audio drivers.
* The JBL TUNE Beam boasts 6mm audio drivers.
* Both earbuds come with IP54 water and dust resistance certification.
JBL has officially launched two new truly wireless earbuds in India. These are part of the TUNE lineup: JBL TUNE Buds and TUNE Beam. The company started teasing their arrival earlier month and has finally released them.
Both these earbuds share the majority of the features and specifications barring a couple of places. Let’s have a look at what these bring to the table and where these earbuds differ from each other.
JBL TUNE Buds and JBL TUNE Beam Pricing and Availability
JBL Tune Buds and TUNE Beam are available at a special launch price of Rs 5,499 and Rs 6,499 respectively. Both earbuds can be purchased in Black, Blue, and White colours via Amazon India and JBL’s official website.
JBL TUNE Buds Features and Specifications
The JBL TUNE Buds TWS has a bud-style design where you do not get a stem. These come with 10mm audio drivers capable of delivering JBL Pure Bass Sound. You get Bluetooth 5.3 with LE support which helps with power efficiency.
These earbuds support Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) with Smart Ambient. This feature keeps you aware of your surroundings even when you are enjoying your favourite music. It has another feature called TalkThru that lets you have a quick chat with someone around you without having to remove your headphones.
JBL is touting its 4-microphone setup for crisp and clear calls. It has a Voice Aware feature that lets you control how much of your voice you want to hear.
It basically allows you to control the mic input amount getting routed back to the earbuds. There is an IP54 rating for dust and water resistance.
You can use the JBL Headphones companion app for customizing various aspects of earbuds. It offers features like customizing touch control gestures, audio profiles, and environmental noise. You can even locate your earbuds with the help of the app. The earbuds offer voice assistant integration as well.
JBL is claiming a battery life of 12 hours for earbuds alone. Its case can provide an additional 36 hours which means you can have a cumulative battery life of up to 48 hours. These numbers come down to 10 hours and 30 hours respectively with noise cancellation turned on.
The good thing is these buds support Speed Charge which will give you 4 hours of playback with just 15 minutes of charge.
JBL TUNE Beam Features and Specifications
The JBL TUNE Beam comes with a closed-type stick design where you get to see the stem.
These offer 6mm audio drivers for an improved and immersive audio experience. All other features are the same as what we talked about above.
JBL TUNE Beam and TUNE Buds specifications
Both the JBL TUNE TWS earphones come with an in-ear design and a silicon ear tip. However, the Beam has a stem design. Users can perform various functions by tapping on the surface of the earbuds. Both audio devices are IP54-certified dust and water-resistant.
In terms of audio, the JBL TUNE Beam is equipped with a 6mm driver whereas the TUNE Buds has a 10mm driver unit with support for JBL Pure Bass. Both earphones feature active noise cancellation and smart ambient mode.
There are four microphones along with VoiceAware technology for clear quality on calls.
The JBL TUNE Beam and TUNE Buds are powered by a total 48 hours of battery with each earbud said to offer 12 hours of usage. The TWS earphones come with Bluetooth 5.3 with support for multi-point connection to easily switch between devices. They can be customized via the JBL Headphones companion app.
The JBL TUNE Beam and TUNE Buds are priced at Rs 6,499 and Rs 5,499. They are offered in Black, White, Blue, and Purple colors.
The audio devices are available for purchase from Amazon and the brand’s website.
Quick specifications: JBL Tune Beam and JBL Tune Buds
* Stick-closed Beam design
* Drivers: 6mm (JBL Tune Beam) and 10mm (JBL Tune Buds)
* Bluetooth v5.3 with LE Audio
* Ambient Aware and TalkThru
* Active Noise Cancellation with 4-Mic
* Up to 48 hours of battery life, Speed charge
* Quick charge: 15mins = 4hrs of playtime
* Voice Assistant integration
* JBL Pure Bass Sound
* JBL Headphones App
* IP54 certified
FAQ’s
1) JBL Tune Beam and JBL Tune Buds with ANC launched in India.Details?
Ans) JBL has launched its new wireless ANC earbuds (TWS) with a mic, such as the JBL Tune Beam and JBL Tune Buds, in India. This follows the recent launch of the JBL Tour One M2 ANC headphones in April of this year.
JBL Tune Beam
The JBL Tune Beam earbuds offer a comfortable and secure fit with a stick-closed Beam design. Experience enhanced audio with 6mm drivers delivering JBL’s Pure Bass Sound. With Bluetooth 5.3 and LE audio support, these earbuds provide seamless connectivity. You can stream independently to each earbud, use one or both earbuds, or share your audio with a friend effortlessly.
Reduce distractions with Active Noise Cancelling and Smart Ambient features. Clear calls are ensured with 4-Mic technology and VoiceAware support. The earbuds offer up to 48 hours of total playback and a quick 15-minute charge provides 4 hours of playtime with Speed Charge. They are also IP54 water-resistant and dustproof. For personalized settings, the JBL Tune Beam is compatible with the JBL Headphones app.
JBL Tune Buds
JBL Tune Buds have a secure and comfortable fit with a stick-closed Beam design and are equipped with 10mm drivers. They feature Bluetooth 5.3 with LE audio support and Active Noise Cancelling with Smart Ambient. The earbuds offer up to 48 hours of total playback and are IP54 water-resistant and dust-proof. They also support the JBL Headphones app for further customization.
Pricing and availability
JBL Tune Beam and JBL Tune Buds are now available for a special launch price of Rs. 6,499 and Rs. 5,499, repectively for a limited time on Amazon.in and the JBL Store starting today.
Later, they will be available for their regular prices of Rs. 7,999 and Rs. 6,999 respectively. Both earbuds come in four colorways: Black, White, Blue, and Purple.
2) JBL launches Tune Buds and Beam earbuds with ANC.Details?
Ans) Harman-owned JBL on Wednesday upgraded its Tune series with the launch of JBL Tune Buds and JBL Tune Beam earbuds. The Tune series plays into the mid-segment of TWS market in India.
The JBL Tune Buds come with a 10mm driver, having four microphones and are IP54 rated for dust and water resistance, whereas the Tune Beam features a 6mm driver.
Both the earbuds come with 12 hours of playtime and additional 36 hours in the case. The battery life comes down to 10 hours and 30 hours, respectively, with the ANC in both the earbuds.
The JBL Tune series features Active Noise Cancelling (ANC) with smart ambient technology allowing users to control the amount of outside noise they want to hear without removing the earbuds.
These headphones support multi-point connection and access to native voice assistants. The Tune Buds and Beam support Bluetooth 5.3.
The JBL Tune Buds and JBL Tune Beam will be available at a launch price of ₹5,499 and ₹6,499, respectively. Both the TWS will be available in black, blue, and white colours.
“With the expansion of the premium JBL Tune series in India, we are committed to provide an enhanced immersive audio experience that resonates with our consumers’ passion for music. The innovative product line features cutting-edge technology such as Noise Cancellation and App Control, allowing consumers to personalize their audio experience,” said Vikram Kher, VP, Lifestyle at Harman India.