Sony always understood each of its fans’ needs; in 2018, we were pleased with the wonderful WH-CH500 model, which instantly became one of the most popular solutions in the budget wireless segment. The 500 were replaced by 510, which turned out to be slightly modified, but did not lose their charm.
The JBL LIVE 460NC on-ear headphones are the most economical option in the updated 2021 LIVE Series listing, but that doesn’t mean any technical concessions. The JBL LIVE 460NC features Adaptive Noise Cancellation with Smart Ambient Technology and massive 40mm drivers for signature JBL sound with enhanced bass. And the Device Action technology supports the functions of a voice assistant using voice commands or on headphones.
General
| Sony WH-CH510 | JBL LIVE 460 NC | |
| $ | CHECK PRICE | CHECK PRICE |
| Brand | Sony | JBL |
| Type | Over-Ear | Over-Ear |
| Colors | Black, White, Blue | Black, White, Blue |
| Battery life | 35 Hours | 50 Hours |
| Weight | 132 g | 210 g |
| Connectivity | Wireless, Bluetooth | Wireless, Bluetooth |
Sony WH-CH510- The headphones are quite simple; they included a charging cable and a user manual. The headphones themselves come in a box enclosed in another white box, which depicts the headphones and the name of the manufacturer indicating the model of the headphones. On the back of the box, there are full specifications and descriptions of the headphones.
The headphones themselves are packed in a polymer bag, which is very soft to the touch. It is he who serves to protect the device during transportation. The cord and documentation in the kit look rather sparse.
As for the charging cord, a separate speech, why is it impossible to put a longer charging cord in the set (not the most budgetary) headphones? In fact, it caused a lot of inconveniences. But the essence of the principle is not in the cord.
JBL LIVE 460NC headphones are sold in a standard box from JBL, made in the usual White and Orange color. The main side of the box shows the headphones themselves and an explanatory inscription with the name of the manufacturer’s company and the headphones themselves. As always, on the side of the box, a festive picture with an inscription from the company.
The plug of the AUX cable is made of gold-plated, which significantly improves signal transmission, and the cord itself is in a fabric braid, which significantly increases the life of the cord. A common USB Type-C charging wire is sufficient. Rubberized in orange color. The kit includes USB Type-C charging cable, AUX cable, Documentation.
Design
| Sony WH-CH510 | JBL LIVE 460 NC | |
| Type | Over-Ear | In-Ear |
| Driver Type | Dynamic | Dynamic |
| Wireless | Yes | Yes |
| Noise Cancelling | No | Yes |
| Drivers | 30 mm | 40 mm |
| Dimensions earphone | 196 x 171 x 40 mm | 223 x ‎208 x 58 mm |
| Foldable Design | No | Yes |
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Sony WH-CH510 has released this headphone model in an exciting design. Namely, the texture of the headphones themselves and the headband is very unusual. They are made of plastic. The company also took into account the swivel mechanisms of the headphones; they really rotate nicely, you can easily turn the ear pads in the desired direction.
The headset has a nice and rather modern design. The material of the headband cover is soft plastic; ear cushions are made of eco-leather. The headphones look serious. True, there is a drawback here; if you press hard on the headband, it can break. Most likely, this is due to the flimsy design of the headphones themselves. But here, the budget of the headset plays a big role.
The ear cushions membrane is made of high-quality leatherette. Indeed, the headphones are pleasant and fit easily in their places. Nothing bothers the ear and does not press. On the earpads themselves, there are headset control buttons (volume up button, headset on / off, volume down) and a connector for charging the device.
JBL LIVE 460 NC look very stylish. By themselves, they look cool. The headphones’ headband is made of a fabric braid, which looks very cool, pleasant to the touch, not easily soiled and durable, and most importantly, it sits very comfortably on the head, does not press anywhere, soft, and once again pleasant. JBL lettering in the middle of the headband.
The headset has swivel bowls, which are very conveniently reflected when turning and rotating the head. There are soft and high-quality ear pads (pads) made of eco-leather on the cups themselves. There is a radiator inside the bowl, which is covered with material.
The bowls themselves rotate comfortably, which is comfortably reflected when turning the head, tilting, moving. And also folds into a convenient form for transfer. On one headphone cup, there is a headphone charging jack.
On the second bowl, there are headset control buttons and an AUX connector. There are quite a few buttons: headphone on / off, volume higher and quieter, Bluetooth connection, active noise cancellation on / off.
Features
| Sony WH-CH510 | JBL LIVE 460 NC | |
| Microphone | Yes | Yes |
| Music Controls | Yes | Yes |
| Quick Charge | Yes | Yes |
| Speakers | Yes | Yes |
| Frequency Response | 20Hz – 20kHz | 20Hz – 20kHz |
| Impedance | 32 Ohms | 32 Ohms |
Sony WH-CH510 headphones are really very comfortable. Their lightness has a delightful effect on the use of the headset. Soft ear pads fit easily on the ears; the headband does not rub anywhere and does not provoke the scalp. You can wear them for a long time and not experience any inconvenience.
- Bluetooth® wireless technology for freedom of movement;
- up to 35 hours of battery life and fast charging;
- convenient microphone for hands-free calls and voice commands;
- Easy to carry thanks to its compact and lightweight design with swivel cups
- Rich and rich sound thanks to 30mm drivers;
- USB Type-C charging cable;
The sound in these JBL LIVE 460 NC is both pleasing and upsetting. The mids also stand out pretty well. But about high frequencies,it was a disappointment. At a strong volume, sometimes burping at high frequencies breaks straight. This model lacks noise cancellation. In the modern world, this function is essential.
- auto play / pause;
- adaptive noise reduction with Smart Ambient;
- voice assistants Amazon Alexa and Google Assistant;
- connection to multiple sources;
- up to 50 hours of playback;
- Speed ​​Charge (10 minutes charge = 4 hours playtime);
- setup via the My JBL Headphones app;
- JBL headphones;
- Audio cable;
- USB-C charging cable;
Battery
| Sony WH-CH510 | JBL LIVE 460 NC | |
| Battery Type | Li-Po | Li-Po |
| Battery Life | Up to 35 hours | Up to 50 hours |
| Charging Time | 4.5 hours | 2 hours |
| Charging Port | USB-C | USB-C |
| Qi Wireless Charging | No | No |
Sony WH-CH510- The manufacturer claims that the headphones can work up to 35 hours without recharging. In the long-term test, the earbuds performed slightly better. It took them a little over 40 hours. At the same time, all of this headset model has a fast charging function, which allows you to charge the device in 15 minutes for about 3-4 hours of work.
JBL LIVE 460 NC- Enjoy music all day without interruption. Without noise canceling, you can use the headphones for up to 50 hours in a row (with noise-canceling – up to 40 hours), and they only take 2 hours to charge. A quick charge in 10 minutes gives you 4 hours of listening time.
Connectivity
| Sony WH-CH510 | JBL LIVE 460 NC | |
| Bluetooth | Yes 5.0 v | Yes 5.0 v |
| Multi-Device Connection | No | No |
| Connection | Wireless | Wireless |
| Transmitter Power | 24 dBm | 13 dBm |
| Range | 10 m | 10 m |
Conclusion!
If you are looking for headphones at this price, you are probably ready to make a few sacrifices by now. Fortunately, most of the compromises Sony made on the WH-CH510 weren’t too big – the lack of analog input reflects the loss of the 3.5mm port on most smartphones today, and the lightweight plastic construction improves portability and comfort.
For those chasing something more reliable or with a 3.5mm port, you are unlikely to find an alternative for the same price that is also wireless, let alone boasting long battery life and sound.
The JBL LIVE 460NC Bluetooth headset is worth the money. Suitable for both young people striving for new sensations, who love cool, loud, and high-quality music, and for older people, for everyday use. The headphones are soft, comfortable, of high quality, and most importantly, they clearly and correctly perform their main function as a headset.
It’s also nice that when you buy in a CSN store, they come with a free warranty for 12 months. And this is really cool. Love music and listen to your favorite tracks with this headset. Having tried it 1 time, you will tend to listen to music in it.
