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 given by an enclosure, against dust and water. The letters 'IP' are followed by two values The first value represents protection against solids say dust, while the second refers to protection against liquids (sweat).

Scoring IPX4, the Technics EAH AZ60's rating is read as, the first number of X denotes 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 ✗

Technics EAH AZ60 have a weight of 14g . We take in account a lower weight better because lighter devices are more comfortable to transport.

Has No Wires Or Cables

Technics EAH AZ60 ✓

JBL Tour Pro 2 ✓

True wireless devices have no cables connecting any part of the device together, Technics EAH AZ60 are true wireless for this matter since they don't have cables. This is an important distinction since wireless earbuds have cables connecting the two earbuds .

JBL Tour Pro 2 also is true wireless because it doesn't have cables linking the pair of earbuds .

Sweat Resistance

Technics EAH AZ60 ✓

JBL Tour Pro 2 ✓

Technics EAH AZ60 have sweat resistance

JBL Tour Pro 2's resistance to sweat makes both devices ideal for use while doing sports such as long-distance running, marathons, training in workout bodysuits, etc

Has Stereo Speakers

Technics EAH AZ60 ✓

JBL Tour Pro 2 ✓

Technics EAH AZ60 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.

The JBL Tour Pro 2 also have stereo speakers

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Has Active Noise Cancellation (Noise Control)

Technics EAH AZ60 ✓

JBL Tour Pro 2 ✓

Active noise cancellation makes use of advanced kind of tech to reduce ambient sounds. ANC works when, it detects and analyzes the sound pattern of incoming noise and after generates a mirror signal to cancel it out. In simple terms, it's like having +1 (sound from your surrounding) and producing -1 (counter sound by the device) giving zero hence "diluting" the noise.

Technics EAH AZ60 have ANC allowing you to listen at lower levels of volume, causing less ear fatigue as you don't need to crank up the earbuds volume to overcome background sounds.

JBL Tour Pro 2 too have Active Noise Cancellation making both devices ideal for plane rides and morning travels. Each operate with different noise cancellation modes, pick the mode that you prefer for commute or that suites your chill time.

Has Passive Noise Reduction

Technics EAH AZ60 ✓

JBL Tour Pro 2 ✓

The Technics EAH AZ60 sit well in place, this creates a sound seal that reduces your environment noise while preventing the earbuds sound from leaking out at the same.

Both JBL Tour Pro 2, and Technics EAH AZ60 have passive noise reduction this implies that both tone down ambient noise instead of actively using technology to cancel it out.

Driver Unit Size

Technics EAH AZ60 8mm

JBL Tour Pro 2 10mm

The Technics EAH AZ60 have a unit size of 8mm in diameter, the bigger the unit the more powerful, and can produce better bass. The driver unit is basically a mini speaker that produces sound in the device, its size dictates 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 usually have difficulty producing high frequencies so yes, larger drivers are capable of generating 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 a particular audio device generates low frequencies that can be heard, and if it makes any changes to the signal while at it.

Highest Frequency

Technics EAH AZ60 ✗

JBL Tour Pro 2 20000Hz

JBL Tour Pro 2's highest frequency is at 20000Hz, high-frequency response measures if and how well an audio component produces high recognizable frequencies and if it adjustments to the signal on its way through.

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Battery Life

Technics EAH AZ60 7.5hours

JBL Tour Pro 2 10hours

The Technics EAH AZ60's battery life is 7.5 hours, a device's battery life is given by the manufacturer, and with longer battery life, you get to use it for longer and have to charge the device less often.

JBL Tour Pro 2's battery life is more than that of Technics EAH AZ60 by 2.5 hours . Every time you recharge your earbuds, they get a little less playing time. The effect is barely noticeable at first, but over time, your wireless earbuds will have shorter listening time.

Battery Life Of Charging Case

Technics EAH AZ60 25hours

JBL Tour Pro 2 30hours

The battery life of the charging case is given by the vendor, and the 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 many 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 requires 2 hours to fully charge the Technics EAH AZ60's battery. It is recommended to charge fully the battery before using the earbuds for the first time.

Has A Battery Level Indicator

Technics EAH AZ60 ✓

JBL Tour Pro 2 ✓

Technics EAH AZ60 have a battery level indicator, an indicator shows you when the device has a low battery. Its 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 earbuds, if charged fully, or the battery is running low.

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Has Usb Type-C

Technics EAH AZ60 ✓

JBL Tour Pro 2 ✓

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

JBL Tour Pro 2 too use USB TYPE-C. This USB-C plug comes along with most current laptops, phones, and tablets.

Bluetooth Version

Technics EAH AZ60 v5.2

JBL Tour Pro 2 v5.3

The Technics EAH AZ60 have Bluetooth version of 5.2, Bluetooth is a wireless technology standard that enables data transfers between devices placed in range, 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

The 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. Because 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 Technics EAH AZ60 will work fine with your iPhone. If you are planning on using these with Android , 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

The Technics EAH AZ60 have 8 microphones.

The JBL Tour Pro 2 microphones are 6, less than that of Technics EAH AZ60 by 2 . More microphones record better sound quality and enable the earbuds to filter out background sounds.

Has A Noise-Canceling Microphone

Technics EAH AZ60 ✓

JBL Tour Pro 2 ✓

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

The JBL Tour Pro 2 too have a noise-canceling type of microphone. Especially useful in noisy environments.

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Has Ambient Sound Mode

Technics EAH AZ60 ✓

JBL Tour Pro 2 ✓

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

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

Has Find Earbuds Feature

Technics EAH AZ60 ✗

JBL Tour Pro 2 ✓

When misplaced in a room, or can't be found in your bag, JBL Tour Pro 2 have a find earbuds feature.

Supports Fast Charging

Technics EAH AZ60 ✓

JBL Tour Pro 2 ✓

The Technics EAH AZ60 support fast charging. Commonly, technologies like MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to reduce the amount of time it takes to fully charge the earbuds.

Also the JBL Tour Pro 2 too support fast charging. This kind is similar to regular charging, only that the battery fills up much faster. For example, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery can be charged to 50% in 30 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. Say, you can seemlessly switch calls from one device to another without manually disconnect and reconnect.

Has A Mute Function

Technics EAH AZ60 ✓

JBL Tour Pro 2 ✓

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

The JBL Tour Pro 2 also have the mute function. It means that you can turn off the earbuds' microphone, but you can still hear the other party's voice.

Control Panel Placed On A Device

Technics EAH AZ60 ✓

JBL Tour Pro 2 ✓

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

JBL Tour Pro 2 too have a control panel on them.

Has Voice Prompts

Technics EAH AZ60 ✓

JBL Tour Pro 2 ✓

Technics EAH AZ60 have voice prompts. With voice prompts, you receive information through audio messages, like if there is an issue with the connection.

JBL Tour Pro 2 also support voice prompts meaning the earbuds will notify you if the battery is running low, and you need to recharge them.

Travel Bag Is Included

Technics EAH AZ60 ✓

JBL Tour Pro 2 ✓

Technics EAH AZ60 come with a special case. Carrying earbuds openly, or placing them inside your bag without a casing can easily damage them.

JBL Tour Pro 2 too have a travel bag included, which is useful for safe transportation.

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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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