IP ratings refer to the rating of protection offered by an enclosure, against solids and water. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value means protection against solids such as dust, while the second refers to protection against liquids (sweat).
Having a value of IP54, the JBL Wave Buds's rating for solids indicates that ingress of dust is not totally prevented but dust does not enter in harmful quantities to interfere with the correct operation or impair safety, and of liquids that they can withstand low pressure spray similar to that of a shower head when tilted at 180° for 10 minutes. In comparison to the JBL Wave Buds, JBL Live Pro 2 have a rating of IPX5 meaning that
no data available to specify a protection rating
and that of liquids is that,
JBL Live Pro 2 has a higher liquid rating than JBL Wave Buds
The JBL Wave Buds have a weight of 9g . We consider a lower weight better because lighter devices are more comfortable to move with.
The JBL Live Pro 2, at 9.6g
are heavier than the JBL Wave Buds by of 0.6g
For a device to be true wireless it must have no cables connecting any part of the device together, JBL Wave Buds are true wireless for this case since they don't have cables. This is a key distinction as some wireless earbuds have cables connecting the two earbuds together. JBL Live Pro 2 also is true wireless because it doesn't have cables connecting the two earbuds together.
JBL Wave Buds have sweat resistance
JBL Live Pro 2's resistance to sweat makes both devices fit for use while doing sports such as long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc
JBL Wave Buds have stereo speakers, devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from separate channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better listening experience. Both JBL Live Pro 2 and JBL Wave Buds have stereo speakers
ANC utilises more advanced technology to actively counter noise. How it works, it detects and analyzes the sound pattern of incoming noise and inverts the soundwaves to cancel it out.
In simple terms, it's like having +1 (sound from your surrounding) then adding -1 (inverted noise) giving 0 which results in a reduced level of noise.
The JBL Wave Buds have Active Noise Cancellation allowing you to listen at lower levels of volume, causing less ear fatigue as you don't have to crank up the device volume to outcompete background sounds. JBL Live Pro 2 too have ANC which makes both earbuds ideal for plane rides and rush hour commutes.
The JBL Wave Buds and JBL Live Pro 2 operate with different noise cancellation types, pick the noise cancellation type that you prefer for travel or that suites your chill time. The JBL Wave Buds stay well in place, creating a sound seal that tones down background noise while preventing the earbuds voice audio from leaking out .
Both of these devices have passive noise reduction this implies that both limit ambient noise instead of actively using technology to cancel it out. JBL Wave Buds have a unit size of 8mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, and can produce better bass.
A driver unit is the component that makes sound in the device, the unit size dictates the loudness of the earbuds. JBL Live Pro 2 driver unit is 11mm in diameter,
making them have a larger driver unit than that of JBL Wave Buds by 3mm
, many people have a misconception that driver units of a bigger size automatically produce better sound quality.
However, large drivers find it difficult to produce high frequencies so it's true that, larger drivers are capable of generating louder sound, but this does not imply that they deliver better quality sound.
The JBL Wave Buds's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response inidcates how well a particular audio device produces low frequencies that can be heard, and if it alters the signal on its way through. JBL Live Pro 2's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, this means that
both devices can produce equal bass
JBL Wave Buds's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, high-frequency response tells how well a particular audio component makes high human frequencies and if it changes to the signal on its way through. JBL Live Pro 2's highest frequency is at 20,000Hz, this implies that
both devices can produce equal treble
SPL, is the level of pressure of sound, measured in decibels, dB, JBL Wave Buds's measurement is 100dB/mW.
Devices with a higher sound pressure level are generally louder when supplied with any given audio source. JBL Live Pro 2's sound pressure level measurement is 93dB/mW. The sound pressure level, something is can be considered differently by separate people, so we need to have a way of getting a standard measurement of sound level expressed in numerical terms.
JBL Wave Buds's battery life is 8 hours, these last longer than 5 hours of listening which is considered average for a single charge. A device's battery life is commonly given by the manufacturer, and with longer battery life, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chargings. JBL Live Pro 2's battery life is
more than that of JBL Wave Buds by 2 hours
. Each time you recharge your device, they get a little less listening time.
The effect is not noticeable at first, but over time, your wireless earbuds will no longer play for long like they used to. The battery life of the charging case is given by the manufacturer, and JBL Wave Buds's case has a charge of 24 hours. A charging case with more battery hours allows you to recharge your earbuds on the go many times before recharging the case itself.
JBL Live Pro 2's charging case has a battery life of 30 hours,
more than that of JBL Wave Buds by 6 hours
It takes 2 hours to fully charge the JBL Wave Buds's battery. It is recommended to charge fully the battery before using the earbuds for the first time. JBL Live Pro 2 takes 2 hours to fully charge the battery,
equal to that of the JBL Wave Buds
JBL Wave Buds have a battery level indicator, an indicator notifies you when the device has a low battery.
Its lights show the charging state of your device and case. JBL Live Pro 2 too have a battery level indicator, these enable you to determine the charging state of your device, whether fully charged, or the battery is running low. The JBL Wave Buds use USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power in a single cable.
JBL Live Pro 2 too use USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug comes along with most current electronics. JBL Wave Buds have Bluetooth version of 5.2, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that enables data transfers between devices placed in close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves.
JBL Live Pro 2 has a Bluetooth version of 5.2,
equal to that of the JBL Wave Buds
. Newer versions provide faster data transfers. The JBL Wave Buds have a 10meters distance connecting via Bluetooth. JBL Live Pro 2 have a maximum range of 10meters,
equal to that of the JBL Wave Buds
JBL Wave Buds support AAC, a codec that is used for Bluetooth audio.
It supports 24-bit audio at 250kbps. Since it uses psychoacoustic modeling, it can provide better results than other codecs at the same bit rate.
Since its the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the JBL Wave Buds will work well with your MacBook.
If you are planning on using these with Android , ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well. The JBL Wave Buds support APTX Adaptive, an audio codec for Bluetooth devices that are developed by Qualcomm. It has a variable bit rate (between 279kbps and 420kbps).
JBL Live Pro 2 support APTX Adaptive as well which implies that both can adjust the bit rate for different scenarios, such as reducing interference from other devices.
JBL Wave Buds have 2 microphones. While the JBL Live Pro 2 microphones are 6,
more than that of JBL Wave Buds by 4
. More microphones result in better sound quality and enable the earbuds to filter out background sounds. The JBL Wave Buds have a noise-canceling microphone, these microphones are designed to reduce background sounds from the earbuds' sound.
The JBL Live Pro 2 too have a noise-canceling microphone. Especially useful in noisy areas. JBL Wave Buds microphone sensitivity is measured at -38dBV/Pa.
The size of the analog or digital output signal from the microphone with its input stimulus is a calculation of its sensitivity. It's the 'loudness' of the sound that the earbud microphone can pick up. JBL Live Pro 2 microphone sensitivity is measured at -38dBV/Pa.
Microphone sensitivity is a measurement of a microphone's efficiency on how well it converts acoustical energy to electrical energy. The JBL Wave Buds support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to pass through ambient sound so that they can still be heard even while wearing the earbuds
The JBL Live Pro 2 support ambient sound mode as well, it’s useful when you want to listen to music while being aware of what’s happening around you, say you’re having a run but would still want to be able to hear traffic. The JBL Wave Buds have in/on-ear detection, the sensors in the device can detect when removed from your ears so that the music is paused.
The JBL Live Pro 2 too support in/on-ear detection, automatically pauses your music, or audiobook when you remove earbuds from your ears improving your listening experience. If lost in a room, or can't easily find them in your bag, the JBL Wave Buds have a find earbuds feature. The JBL Live Pro 2 too have the find earbuds feature.
Use the earbuds app on your phone to play an alarm from your earbuds to find them. The JBL Wave Buds support fast charging. Usually, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to lower the time it takes to fully charge the earbuds.
JBL Live Pro 2 too support fast charging. This kind is similar to regular charging, just that the battery is filling up much faster. Say, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery is charged to 50% in just thirty minutes.
JBL Wave Buds have a multipoint of 2 connections, this feature allows you connect to more than one Bluetooth device and switch between them. For example, you can easily switch calls from one device to another without manually disconnect and reconnect. The JBL Live Pro 2 support multipoint count of 2,
equal to that of the JBL Wave Buds
. Bluetooth multipoint comes in handy when you can be on one call and not miss notifications coming from another connected device.
JBL Wave Buds have a mute function, they support the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds. The JBL Live Pro 2 also support this function. The mute function means that you can turn off the device's microphone, but still hear the other party talk.
The JBL Wave Buds, so you can easily access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever functions are supported on the device. JBL Live Pro 2 also have a control panel on them. The JBL Wave Buds support voice prompts.
Automatically receive information through audio messages, like if there is an issue with the connection. The JBL Live Pro 2 too have voice prompts .i.e the earbuds will notify you if the battery is low, and it's time to recharge the device. The JBL Wave Buds come with a special pouch.
Carrying earphones without a case, or putting them inside your bag without a casing can easily damage them. JBL Live Pro 2 too have a travel bag included, which offers safe transportation.
