JBL Tune Beam 2: A Comprehensive Review
• JBL Tune Beam 2 is the latest truly wireless stereo (TWS) from JBL, released in April.• The TWS is part of the Tune Series 2 and offers improved specifications and new features.
• The device is priced at Rs. 5,499, entering the market in a competitive segment targeted by audio companies and smartphone manufacturers.
• The TWS features spatial audio, active noise cancellation (ANC), and a new Personi-Fi 3.0-powered personalised audio profile.
• The case design is simple, with a generic soap-like oval-vertical shape with an upright profile.
• The earbuds feature stem-style design with LED indicators and comfortable, soft silicone ear tips.
• The earbuds have an IP54 rating, making them suitable for dusty hands, sweat, and light rain.
• The earbuds come with gesture-based touch controls for playback, incoming calls, and ANC and ambient awareness modes.
• The JBL Tune Beam 2 app offers ample options, including a 10mm driver and the JBL Headphones app.
JBL Tune Beam 2 Earphones Review
• Compatible with JBL Headphones app on iOS and Android devices.
• Offers customization settings and Personi-Fi 3.0 feature for sound profile personalization.
• Experience with app was sluggish, with issues with app connectivity and navigation.
• Three main sections: General, Audio, and Others for audio tweaking.
• Features Ambient Sound, Smart Audio, and gesture controls.
• Does not support premium features like Check My Best Fit and Smart Talk.
• Audio section allows custom equaliser, Spatial Sound, Sound Balance, Volume Limiter, and Sound Level Optimisation.
• Others section features relaxing sounds, earbud location, and power-saving mode.
• Features 10mm dynamic drivers, Spatial Sound technology, AAC and SBC codecs, and Bluetooth 5.3 with multi-point connectivity.
• No LDAC compatibility.
• Performance and battery life are decent, with codec support for SBC, AAC, and JBL Spatial Sound.
• Charging is wired (USB Type-C) and Bluetooth 5.3.