Active noise-cancelling on-ear headphones are the JBL Live 460NC Wireless (ANC). They come with a neutral sound profile that has a little extra thud and rumble out of the box, making them suited for a variety of audio content. They have a parametric EQ and presets in their companion app if you prefer a different sound. They have a continuous battery life of less than 30 hours and can pair up to two devices simultaneously.
However, while its ANC generally performs a good job of blocking out background noise, it has more difficulty reducing bass-range noises like the rumble of a bus or an aeroplane. Long listening sessions may also make some users’ on-ear fittings uncomfortable. The headphones’ unremarkable design is reminiscent of the Live 660NC Wireless. It has a plastic ear cup with the company’s logo on it and a mesh fabric-lined headband. It has a lightweight form that is very comfy in terms of its construction.
Additionally, the ear cups feature a great range of motion that is perfect for supporting skulls of all sizes. Additionally, the headband is really cosy. In regards to its headband, it is made of hard mesh fabric with some padding. Additionally, it contains a metal plate to help strengthen its structure. The ear cups also have synthetic leather padding, thus the headphones are overall strong and durable. Just be aware that JBL did not give the Live 460NC a carrying case.
You can skip the music back or forth by using the volume up/down controls that are included. To activate these controls, just press and hold the button. The middle button allows you to answer or end calls as well as play or pause audio. Simply keep holding down this specific button to reject a call. The voice assistant can be launched by pressing and holding the middle button or the JBL logo on the left ear cups for two seconds. Additionally, you can turn on or off ANC or Ambient Aware by clicking the ANC button.
However, if you want to talk, you can click this button twice and talk while still wearing your headphones. The buttons are distinct and click easily. The headphones also contain chimes for low and maximum volume as well as one for turning them on or pairing them. With a battery life of up to 40 hours, listen to music without interruption. It charges completely in under an hour and a half and comes with a type-C USB charging cord. You can charge it (fast) before leaving because it offers four (4) hours of enjoyment in just 10 minutes.