A breakdown of the review per specifications

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

Technics EAH AZ60 IPX4

JBL Tour Pro 2 ✗

IP ratings is the level of protection offered by a casing, against dust and water. In the format of IPXX, 'X' represents a number The first value of the IP rating refers to protection against solids say dust, followed by the one that refers to protection against liquids (water).

Having a value of IPX4, the Technics EAH AZ60's rating for solids indicates that no data available to specify a protection rating, and of liquids that they can withstand low pressure spray similar to that of a shower head when tilted at 180° for 10 minutes.

Weight

Technics EAH AZ60 14g

JBL Tour Pro 2 ✗

The Technics EAH AZ60 have a weight of 14g . We prefer a lower weight best because lighter devices are more comfortable to carry.

Has No Wires Or Cables

Technics EAH AZ60 ✓

JBL Tour Pro 2 ✓

True wireless devices have no wires linking any part of the device together, Technics EAH AZ60 are true wireless for this case since they have no wires. This is an important difference since wireless earbuds have cables linking the pair of earbuds .

JBL Tour Pro 2 also is true wireless because it doesn't have wires connecting the two earbuds .

Sweat Resistance

Technics EAH AZ60 ✓

JBL Tour Pro 2 ✓

Technics EAH AZ60 are resistant to sweat

JBL Tour Pro 2's resistance to sweat makes both devices fit for use during long-distance running, marathons, cardio sweat workouts , etc

Has Stereo Speakers

Technics EAH AZ60 ✓

JBL Tour Pro 2 ✓

Technics EAH AZ60 have stereo speakers, what this means is that Technics EAH AZ60's speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better listening experience.

Both JBL Tour Pro 2 and Technics EAH AZ60 have stereo speakers

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Has Active Noise Cancellation (Noise Control)

Technics EAH AZ60 ✓

JBL Tour Pro 2 ✓

Active noise cancellation uses advanced technology to actively counter noise. How it works, it listens to the sound pattern outside and inside the earbud and generates a mirror signal to cancel it out. Simply put, it's like taking +1 (sound from your surrounding) then producing -1 (inverted noise) giving 0 resulting in a reduced level of noise.

Technics EAH AZ60 have Active Noise Cancellation enabling you to listen at lower volume levels, good for your ears as you don't need to crank up the device volume to overcome background noise.

The JBL Tour Pro 2 too have Active Noise Cancellation which makes both devices ideal for flights and rush hour commutes. Each work with different noise cancellation modes, pick the noise cancellation type that you prefer for travel or that enhances your chill time.

Has Passive Noise Reduction

Technics EAH AZ60 ✓

JBL Tour Pro 2 ✓

The Technics EAH AZ60 sit well in place, creating an acoustic seal that reduces background noise well as preventing the device voice audio from leaking out .

Both of these devices have passive noise reduction this implies that both limit ambient noise instead of actively using ANC to cancel it out.

Driver Unit Size

Technics EAH AZ60 8mm

JBL Tour Pro 2 10mm

The Technics EAH AZ60 driver unit is 8mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, therefor producing better bass. The driver unit is the component that makes sound in the earbuds, the unit size determines the loudness of the earbuds.

JBL Tour Pro 2 driver unit is 10mm in diameter, making them have a larger driver unit than that of Technics EAH AZ60 by 2mm , as many tend to believe that driver units of a bigger size automatically produce better sound quality.

However, large drivers find it difficult to produce high frequencies so yeah, larger drivers can generate louder sound, but this does not imply that they deliver better quality sound.

Lowest Frequency

Technics EAH AZ60 ✗

JBL Tour Pro 2 20Hz

The JBL Tour Pro 2's lowest frequency is at 20Hz, low-frequency response measures if and how well an audio component generates low recognizable frequencies and if it alters the signal on its way through.

Highest Frequency

Technics EAH AZ60 ✗

JBL Tour Pro 2 20000Hz

The JBL Tour Pro 2's highest frequency is at 20000Hz, high-frequency response shows how well an audio component produces high audible frequencies and if it makes any changes to the signal while at it.

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Battery Life

Technics EAH AZ60 7.5hours

JBL Tour Pro 2 10hours

Technics EAH AZ60's battery life is 7.5 hours, these last longer than 5 hours of listening which is considered average before recharge. A device's battery life is commonly given by the manufacturer, and with more battery hours, you get to use it for longer and requires fewer chargings.

JBL Tour Pro 2's battery life is more than that of Technics EAH AZ60 by 2.5 hours . Every time you recharge your device, they get a little less playing time. The effect is barely noticeable at first, but over time, your wireless earbuds will no longer play for long like they used to.

Battery Life Of Charging Case

Technics EAH AZ60 25hours

JBL Tour Pro 2 30hours

This is given by the vendor, and Technics EAH AZ60's case is said to have a full charge of 25 hours. A charging case with a longer battery life allows you to recharge your earbuds on the go several times before recharging the case itself.

JBL Tour Pro 2's charging case has a battery life of 30 hours, more than that of Technics EAH AZ60 by 5 hours

Charge Time

Technics EAH AZ60 2hours

JBL Tour Pro 2 ✗

It takes 2 hours to fully charge the Technics EAH AZ60's battery. It is highly adivsable to charge fully the battery before using the earbuds when they have been in storage for long periods.

Has A Battery Level Indicator

Technics EAH AZ60 ✓

JBL Tour Pro 2 ✓

Technics EAH AZ60 have a battery level indicator, an indicator alerts you when the earbuds has a low battery. The battery indicator lights display the charging state of your earbuds and charging case.

JBL Tour Pro 2 too have a battery level indicator, charging indicators allow you tell the charging state of your device, whether fully charged, or having a low battery.

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Has Usb Type-C

Technics EAH AZ60 ✓

JBL Tour Pro 2 ✓

Technics EAH AZ60 have USB TYPE-C, an industry-standard connector for transmitting both data and power in a single cable.

JBL Tour Pro 2 too support USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug is part and parcel of most current laptops, phones, and tablets.

Bluetooth Version

Technics EAH AZ60 v5.2

JBL Tour Pro 2 v5.3

Technics EAH AZ60 have Bluetooth version of 5.2, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that allows data transfers between devices placed in close proximity, using short-wavelength, ultra-high frequency radio waves.

JBL Tour Pro 2 has a Bluetooth version of 5.3, newer than that of Technics EAH AZ60 . Newer versions provide faster data transfers.

Maximum Bluetooth Range

Technics EAH AZ60 10meters

JBL Tour Pro 2 10meters

Technics EAH AZ60 have a 10meters distance connecting via Bluetooth.

JBL Tour Pro 2 have a maximum range of 10meters, equal to that of the Technics EAH AZ60

Has Aac

Technics EAH AZ60 ✓

JBL Tour Pro 2 ✓

Technics EAH AZ60 support AAC, a codec that is used for Bluetooth audio. It supports 24-bit audio at 250kbps. Since it uses psychoacoustic modeling, it provides better results than other codecs at the same bit rate.

Since its the highest quality codec that any Bluetooth-supporting Apple product supports, the Technics EAH AZ60 will work fine with your MacBook. If you are planning on using these with Android you need to pay even closer attention to codec support for if they only have AAC they won't provide the best audio quality possible, ensure that they also support aptX HD, LDAC, or LHDC as well.

The JBL Tour Pro 2 support AAC as well. Designed to be the successor of the MP3 format, AAC generally achieves higher sound quality than MP3 encoders at the same bit rate.

Has Ldac

Technics EAH AZ60 ✓

JBL Tour Pro 2 ✗

The Technics EAH AZ60 support LDAC, a codec developed by Sony which allows streaming high-resolution audio over Bluetooth connections at up to 990 kbps at 32 bit/96 kHz. It is capable of a very high bitrate of 990kbps, which provides high-resolution audio.

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Number Of Microphones

Technics EAH AZ60 8only

JBL Tour Pro 2 6only

Technics EAH AZ60 have 8 microphones.

JBL Tour Pro 2 microphones are 6, less than that of Technics EAH AZ60 by 2 . More microphones result in better sound quality and enable the device to filter out noise.

Has A Noise-Canceling Microphone

Technics EAH AZ60 ✓

JBL Tour Pro 2 ✓

The Technics EAH AZ60 use a noise-canceling type of microphone, these microphones are intended to filter out background sounds from the earbuds' sound.

The JBL Tour Pro 2 too have a noise-canceling type of microphone. This is useful in noisy areas.

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Has Ambient Sound Mode

Technics EAH AZ60 ✓

JBL Tour Pro 2 ✓

The Technics EAH AZ60 support ambient sound mode, which uses microphones to pass through ambient noises to still be heard even when wearing the earbuds

The JBL Tour Pro 2 support ambient sound mode as well, helpful when you want to listen to music but also be aware of what’s happening around you, for example when you’re having a jog but still want to hear traffic.

Has Find Earbuds Feature

Technics EAH AZ60 ✗

JBL Tour Pro 2 ✓

When lost in a room, or can't easily find them in your bag, JBL Tour Pro 2 have a find earbuds feature.

Supports Fast Charging

Technics EAH AZ60 ✓

JBL Tour Pro 2 ✓

Technics EAH AZ60 support fast charging. Usually, technologies like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge, are used to lower the time it takes to fully charge the earbuds.

Also the JBL Tour Pro 2 support fast charging. This kind is similar to regular charging, only that the battery fills up much faster. Say, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery is charged to 50% in thirty minutes.

Multipoint Count

Technics EAH AZ60 2only

JBL Tour Pro 2 ✗

The Technics EAH AZ60 have a multipoint of 2 connections, the multipoint 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.

Has A Mute Function

Technics EAH AZ60 ✓

JBL Tour Pro 2 ✓

Technics EAH AZ60 have a mute function, they have the feature to mute/unmute a conversation directly from the earbuds.

The JBL Tour Pro 2 also support the mute function. It means that you unilaterally turn off the device's microphone, but still hear the other party talk.

Control Panel Placed On A Device

Technics EAH AZ60 ✓

JBL Tour Pro 2 ✓

The Technics EAH AZ60, so you can access the volume control, pause, play, mute, etc whichever features are supported on the device.

The JBL Tour Pro 2 also have a control panel on them.

Has Voice Prompts

Technics EAH AZ60 ✓

JBL Tour Pro 2 ✓

Technics EAH AZ60 support voice prompts. Automatically receive information via audio messages, like if there is an issue with the connection.

JBL Tour Pro 2 also have voice prompts .i.e the device will notify you when the battery is low, and you need to recharge the device.

Travel Bag Is Included

Technics EAH AZ60 ✓

JBL Tour Pro 2 ✓

The Technics EAH AZ60 come with a special pouch. Carrying earphones openly, or putting them in your bag without a casing may easily damage them.

JBL Tour Pro 2 also have a case included, which is useful for safe transportation.

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Category	Features	Technics EAH AZ60	JBL Tour Pro 2
DESIGN	ingress protection (ip) rating	IPX4	✗
	weight	14g	✗
	has no wires or cables	✓	✓
	sweat resistance	✓	✓
	has stereo speakers	✓	✓
SOUND QUALITY	has active noise cancellation (noise control)	✓	✓
	has passive noise reduction	✓	✓
	driver unit size	8mm	10mm
	lowest frequency	✗	20Hz
	highest frequency	✗	20000Hz
POWER	battery life	7.5hours	10hours
	battery life of charging case	25hours	30hours
	charge time	2hours	✗
	has a battery level indicator	✓	✓
CONNECTIVITY	has usb type-c	✓	✓
	bluetooth version	v5.2	v5.3
	maximum bluetooth range	10meters	10meters
	has aac	✓	✓
	has ldac	✓	✗
MICROPHONE	number of microphones	8only	6only
MICROPHONE	has a noise-canceling microphone	✓	✓
EXTRAS	has ambient sound mode	✓	✓
	has find earbuds feature	✗	✓
	supports fast charging	✓	✓
	multipoint count	2only	✗
	has a mute function	✓	✓
	control panel placed on a device	✓	✓
	has voice prompts	✓	✓
	travel bag is included	✓	✓
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A summary of the review by feature comparison

A breakdown of the review per specifications

Design

Ingress Protection (Ip) Rating

Weight

Has No Wires Or Cables

Sweat Resistance

Has Stereo Speakers

Sound Quality

Has Active Noise Cancellation (Noise Control)

Has Passive Noise Reduction

Driver Unit Size

Lowest Frequency

Highest Frequency

Power

Battery Life

Battery Life Of Charging Case

Charge Time

Has A Battery Level Indicator

Connectivity

Has Usb Type-C

Bluetooth Version

Maximum Bluetooth Range

Has Aac

Has Ldac

Microphone

Number Of Microphones

Has A Noise-Canceling Microphone

Extras

Has Ambient Sound Mode

Has Find Earbuds Feature

Supports Fast Charging

Multipoint Count

Has A Mute Function

Control Panel Placed On A Device

Has Voice Prompts

Travel Bag Is Included

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