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Black over-ear wireless headphones with padded earcups and headband

JBL

JBL LIVE 500BT JBLLIVE500BTBLKAM Over-Ear Headphone Black 50mm 30h Bluetooth 4.2

SKU CH-D656-1GME4 MPN JBLLIVE500BTBLKAM

Over-ear wireless headphones with 50 mm drivers, Bluetooth 4.2, 30-hour battery and quick-charge for two hours of play from 15 minutes

  • Driver size50 mm
  • Frequency range18 Hz-20 kHz
  • Impedance32 ohms
  • Power supplyMaximum input power: 15mW
  • Audio sensitivityDriver sensitivity at 1 kHz/1mW: 108 dB
  • Wireless technologyBluetooth 4.2
  • JBL Signature Sound driven by 50mm drivers
  • Up to 30 hours playtime with 2-hour recharge
  • 15-minute charge gives 2 hours listening
  • Tap ear cup for Google Assistant or Alexa
  • Ambient Aware and TalkThru keep you aware

What the JBL LIVE 500BT delivers

The JBL LIVE 500BT is a wireless over-ear headphone built for listeners who want JBL Signature Sound without cables. Fifty-millimetre drivers produce a frequency response of 18Hz to 20kHz at 32 ohms impedance and 108dB sensitivity. Bluetooth 4.2 enables multi-point connection so you can switch between two paired devices. A detachable cable with remote and microphone lets you keep listening when the battery runs flat.

Battery life and charging in daily use

A polymer lithium-ion cell rated at 3.7V and 700mAh powers up to 30 hours of music playback with Bluetooth active. A full recharge takes two hours from empty, while a 15-minute top-up restores roughly two hours of playtime. Maximum input power is listed at 15mW. The headphones weigh 0.51 lb, making them light enough for all-day wear without fatigue.

What you need around it and what it frees

Pair the headphones with any Bluetooth 4.2 source — phone, tablet or computer — and you are ready to listen. The included aux cable provides a wired fallback for devices without Bluetooth or when the battery is depleted. Tap the ear cup to summon Google Assistant or Amazon Alexa for voice control without reaching for your phone. Ambient Aware and TalkThru modes let outside sound in or let you converse without removing the headphones.

How it compares

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Price $112.99
Pricier than about 87% of the 7,078 comparable items (median $25.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameJBL
Product lineLIVE 500BT
Model nameJBLLIVE500BTBLKAM
Product typeOver the Ear
Product colorBlack
Audio & video
Driver size50 mm
Frequency range18 Hz-20 kHz
Impedance32 ohms
Audio sensitivityDriver sensitivity at 1 kHz/1mW: 108 dB
Connectivity
Wireless technologyBluetooth 4.2
Power
Power supplyMaximum input power: 15mW
Battery packType: Polymer Li-ion Battery (3.7 V DC, 700 mAh)
Charging time: 2hrs from empty
Run timeMusic playtime with BT on: Up to 30 h
Size & build
Product weight0.51 lb (0.23 kg)
Shipping weight0.64 kg
Package size226 × 208 × 74 mm
In the box
In the box1 x LIVE500BT
1 x Aux Cable
1 x Charging Cable
1 x Warranty/Warning
1 x QSG/Safety Sheet

Questions about this item

How do I pair the headphones with my phone and computer at the same time?

Enable Bluetooth 4.2 on both devices, put the headphones in pairing mode, connect to the first device, then repeat for the second; the Multi-Point Connection feature lets you switch between them without re-pairing.

What cable do I use when the 700mAh battery runs out and how long does a full recharge take?

Use the included detachable aux cable with remote and microphone for passive listening; a full recharge via the supplied charging cable takes 2 hours from empty.

At what volume level does the 108dB sensitivity start to distort during long listening sessions?

The 50mm drivers are rated for a maximum input power of 15mW; staying below that level avoids distortion even during extended use at high volume.

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