JBL has announced an update of new products to their JBL Quantum series during the CES 2022. There will be a true-wireless gaming earbuds, three wireless gaming headsets, and one USB microphone.
JBL Quantum TWS
In my recent detailed review on the LG TONE Free FP9, there was a feature where the earbuds case can be plugged to an 3.5mm audio output for user to enjoy wireless audio through the case Bluetooth transmitter. The JBL Quantum TWS also offers this feature but through a USB-C dongle, allowing you to connect to your favourite gaming devices like PC, Mac, PlayStation, Nintendo Switch. Additionally, users can connect two devices at the same time, one through the USB-C dongle, and the other through the Bluetooth, so that you can pick up calls while gaming. Similarly, JBL Quantum TWS also features spatial surround sound through their JBL QuantumSURROUND technology. There is also True Adaptive Noise Cancelling and Ambient Aware features to control outside noises. It would be interesting to see how the features match up with the LG TONE FP9.
Features of the JBL Quantum TWS:
- JBL QuantumSURROUND™ for the best spatial surround solution for immersive gaming
- True Adaptive Noise Cancelling with four beamforming mics and auto calibration to stay in the zone
- Ambient Aware to filter in environmental noise to the player’s preference
- Six beamforming microphones (three on each earbud) ensure crystal-clear communication with teammates
- Two-device connectivity via USB-C dongle or Bluetooth 5.2 for gamer-grade low latency connection
- 24-hours battery life – 8-hours with earbuds, 16 additional hours with charging case
- Lightweight, durable construction with IPX5 water resistance
- Multi AI support – simply push to talk with preferred smart assistants when connected to a mobile device
- Compatible with the JBL QuantumENGINE™ PC software and JBL Headphones app for the ultimate audio customization
- Price: US$149.95
JBL Quantum Stream
JBL is also releasing their first ever USB microphone, 2 x 14mm dual-capsule Electret condenser with 24bit and 96kHz sampling rate. Users can select two voice pickup patterns, either picking up the single user or capture everyone’s voice in the room. There is also a button to mute the mic which will activate the RGB indicator. If all these sound familiar, that’s because the Creative Live! Mic M3 has all these features too.
Features of the JBL Quantum Stream:
- 2 x 14mm Electret condenser with 24bit and 96kHz sampling rate
- Universal mounting solution with reversible stand allows for 360 degrees of movement, and the three stand options ensure optimal mic positioning
- Two selectable voice pick-up patterns to isolate one voice or include many
- Tap to mute button with RGB ring indicator light
- Voice monitoring directly through headphones and control voice volume and microphone gain directly on the mic
- Durable, premium metal design, featuring an aluminum stand, metal ring and iron net for a premium look and finish
- JBL QuantumENGINE™ PC software compatibility for the ultimate customization of EQ, RGB colors, mic mute/unmute and more
- Price: US$99.95
JBL Quantum 610, 810 and 910
The JBL Quantum 910 is top-of-the-line over-ear wireless gaming headset that comes with JBL QuantumSPHERE360, JBL’s own head-tracking technology, for the first time in a wireless form factor. While Audeze Mobius has already have a HRTF wireless headset since 2018, it’s always good to have choices for consumers. ANC is also offered in the Quantum 910 to remove environmental and stay focus on the game. With a 24-hour battery life, the headset can still be used while charging, effectively achieving unlimited play time.
The Quantum 810 is similar to the Quantum 910 but without the head-tracking and ANC features, at US$50 lower. The new JBL Quantum 610 is a recipient of the “Best of Innovation Honoree” for the prestigious CES 2022 Innovation Awards, and supports 2.4G wireless transmission without Bluetooth 5.2 compared to the other 2 models.
All the new Quantum headsets is able to transmit audio signals over 2.4GHz which is lossless and supports dual surround sound, JBL QuantumSURROUND and DTS Headphone:X 2.0 for the ultimate audio immersion. The RGB lighting effects and audio EQ can be customised using the QuantumENGINE PC software. Mute the mic by simply flip-up the boom stick.
Features of the JBL Quantum 910:
- JBL QuantumSPHERE 360™ with integrated head-tracking and DTS Headphone:X 2.0
- Hi-res certified 50mm drivers powered by the JBL QuantumSOUND™ Signature
- Active noise cancelling
- Dual wireless solutions: lossless 2.4G wireless and Bluetooth 5.2
- 24-hour battery life, with Play & Charge functionality for all-day gaming
- Voice-focus beam microphone with echo and noise suppression
- Game-chat audio dial to regulate voice and game volume, developed for the most popular chat application in the world, Discord
- Lightweight, durable construction with leather-wrapped, memory foam ear-cushions • JBL QuantumENGINE™ PC software compatibility for the ultimate customisation of EQ, RGB colours, mic mute/unmute and more
- USD$249.95
Features of the JBL Quantum 810:
- Dual surround sound with JBL QuantumSURROUND™ and DTS Headphone:X 2.0
- 50mm drivers powered by the JBL QuantumSOUND™ Signature
- Active noise cancelling
- Dual wireless solutions: lossless 2.4G wireless and Bluetooth 5.2
- 30-hour battery life, with Play & Charge functionality for all-day gaming
- Voice-focus beam microphone with echo and noise suppression
- Game-chat audio dial to regulate voice and game volume, developed for the most popular chat application in the world, Discord
- Lightweight, durable construction with leather-wrapped, memory foam ear cushions
- JBL QuantumENGINE™ PC software compatibility for the ultimate customization of EQ, RGB colors, mic mute/unmute and more
- Price: US$199.95
Features of the JBL Quantum 610:
- Dual surround sound with JBL QuantumSURROUND™ and DTS Headphone:X 2.0
- Hi-res certified 50mm drivers powered by the JBL QuantumSOUND™ Signature
- Lossless 2.4G wireless
- 40-hour battery life, with Play & Charge functionality for all-day gaming
- Earcup positioned game-chat audio dial to regulate voice and game volume, developed for the most popular chat application in the world, Discord (also compatible with other chat services like Skype and TeamSpeak)
- Voice-focus flip-up boom microphone with auto on/off mute feature
- JBL QuantumENGINE™ PC software compatibility for the ultimate customization of EQ, RGB colors, mic mute/unmute and more
- Price: US$149.95
Availability in Singapore and local pricing for these products will be made known at a later date.