Sony MDR-7506
JBL Tune 770NC
What Buyers Say
Sony MDR-7506
The Sony MDR-7506 headphones are widely praised for their clear, balanced sound and comfortable fit, making them a top choice for studio monitoring and casual listening. Users highlight the detailed treble, tight bass, and neutral sound signature, though some note the ear pads feel cheap and the coiled cable is excessively long. Overall, they are considered excellent value for money, with many reviewers preferring them over competitors like the Audio-Technica ATH-M50.
Pros
- Clear and balanced sound
- Comfortable for long sessions
- Excellent value for money
- Detailed treble and tight bass
- Lightweight and foldable design
Cons
- Cheap-feeling ear pads
- Excessively long coiled cable
- Non-detachable cable
- Slightly uncomfortable headband
- Narrow soundstage
JBL Tune 770NC
The JBL Tune 770NC headphones are praised for their excellent value, offering strong noise cancellation, impressive battery life, and good sound quality at a reasonable price. Users appreciate the comfortable fit and the companion app's customization options, though some note the ear cups could be slightly larger and the lowest noise cancellation setting mutes music. Overall, they are seen as a solid choice for budget-conscious buyers seeking reliable over-ear headphones.
Pros
- Excellent value for money
- Impressive battery life
- Good noise cancellation
- Comfortable for extended wear
- Customizable EQ via app
Cons
- Ear cups slightly too small
- Lowest ANC setting mutes music
- Companion app lacks features
- Average sound quality for audiophiles
- Initial setup in Chinese
Scores
Specifications
| Sony MDR-7506 | JBL Tune 770NC | |
|---|---|---|
| Design | ||
| Form Factor | Over-Ear | over-ear |
| Open/Closed | closed | closed |
| Foldable | ✓ | ✓ |
| Weight | 0.23 kg | 0.22 kg★ |
| Ear Cushion | synthetic leather | soft ear cushions |
| Headband | — | padded headband |
| Audio | ||
| Driver Type | dynamic | dynamic |
| Driver Size | 40 mm | 40 mm |
| Freq Min | 10 Hz★ | 20 Hz |
| Freq Max | 20 kHz | 20 kHz |
| Impedance | 63 Ω | 32 Ω |
| Sensitivity | 106 dB★ | 103 dB |
| Hi-Res Audio | ✗ | — |
| Codecs | sound_isolation, Retractable, Media Control, touch, Wired, Over Ear, dynamic_driver | JBL Tune 770NC - Adaptive Noise Cancelling with Smart Ambient Wireless Over-Ear Headphones, Bluetooth 5.3, Up to 70H Battery Life with Speed Charge, Lightweight, Comfortable & Foldable Design (Black) |
| Surround | — | JBL Tune 770NC - Adaptive Noise Cancelling with Smart Ambient Wireless Over-Ear Headphones, Bluetooth 5.3, Up to 70H Battery Life with Speed Charge, Lightweight, Comfortable & Foldable Design (Black) |
| Noise Control | ||
| ANC | ✗ | ✓★ |
| ANC Type | — | adaptive |
| Transparency | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wireless | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Bluetooth | — | 5.3★ |
| Profiles | — | A2DP 1.3, AVRCP 1.5, HFP 1.6 |
| Multipoint | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Wired Connector | 3.5mm | 3.5mm |
| Detachable Cable | ✗ | ✗ |
| Cable Length | 2.990000009536743 m | — |
| Range | — | 10 m★ |
| Battery | ||
| Battery Life | — | 70 hrs★ |
| Charge Time | — | 2 hrs★ |
| Fast Charging | — | 5 minutes gets you an extra 3 hours of music |
| Charging | — | USB-C★ |
| Microphone | ||
| Microphone | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Mic Count | 10★ | — |
| NC Mic | ✗ | ✓★ |
| Boom Mic | ✗ | ✗ |
| Features | ||
| Voice Assistant | — | voice assistant |
| Touch Controls | ✓★ | ✗ |
| App | — | JBL Headphones |
| Gaming Mode | — | ✓★ |
| Water Resistance | — | Water-Resistant |
Pros & Cons
Sony MDR-7506
- Strong social proof (99th percentile)99th %ile
- Strong user sentiment (96th percentile)96th %ile
- Strong comfort (80th percentile)80th %ile
- Strong sound (76th percentile)
- Below average mic (15th percentile)15th %ile
- Below average anc (32nd percentile)
- Below average build (33rd percentile)
JBL Tune 770NC
- Strong anc (98th percentile)98th %ile
- Strong connectivity (97th percentile)97th %ile
- Strong battery (94th percentile)94th %ile
- Strong build (86th percentile)86th %ile
Pricing
JBL Tune 770NC offers 1.4x better value for money
Verdict
Scores 80 overall, wins 6 of 7 usage categories and 13 of 39 specs.
