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Jabra Elite 8 Active Gen 2 vs JBL Tour Pro 3
Product A: Jabra
73 of 166 known
Change Jabra Elite 8 Active Gen 2
Product B: JBL
88 of 166 known
Change JBL Tour Pro 3
75 of 157 fields differ
- 39 different values
- 36 known for one only
- 21 the same
- 61 missing for both
Biggest differences
Each bar uses the scale of all 138 earbuds.
- Quick chargeA: 1hB: 3hJBL is 3 times higher.
- Battery lifeA: 14hB: 11hJabra is 3 h higher.
- With caseA: 56hB: 44hJabra is 12 h higher.
Weight
0 to 80 g
Weight per bud
A5g
B5.6g
Case weight
A47.5g
B71.8g
All 166 fields
Every value links to where we found it.


General
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Series
Model numbers
100-99161700-98, 100-99161701-98, 100-99161702-98, 100-99161703-981Maker spec sheet (PDF)jabra.com/_/media/Jabra_VXi_Product-Documentation/Jabra-Elite-8-Active-Gen2/Technical-specifications/RevA/EN-Jabra-Elite-8-Active-G2-Tech-Specs-A4-WEB-240524.pdfRead 13 October 2026SKU table lists the four colours as 100-99161700-98 to 100-99161703-98.
GTIN / EAN
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Announced
Status
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Predecessor
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Successor
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Launch price (US)
Launch price (EU)
Markets
Design
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Form factor
Bud shape
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Use one bud alone
RGB lighting
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Drivers and sound
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Drivers per bud
AJabra Elite 8 Active Gen 2
| Diameter (mm) | Count per earbud |
|---|---|
| 6 | 1 |
BJBL Tour Pro 3
| Type | Role | Diameter (mm) | Count per earbud |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dynamic | Not available | 10.2 | 1 |
| Balanced armature | Tweeter | Not available | 1 |
Source1Maker product pagejblstore.co.id/en/product/jbl-tour-pro-3Read 10 October 2026Page names a balanced armature driver for the high notes and a 10.2 mm dynamic driver for bass and vocals. JBL gives no diameter for the armature driver, only 5.1 mm x 2.8 mm in the Quick Start Guide.2Owner's manualsupport.jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw7afc2a39/pdfs/LS_JBL_Tour%20Pro%203_QSG_Multilingual.pdfRead 10 October 2026Tech Spec: 10.2 mm / 0.402 in dynamic driver plus 5.1 mm x 2.8 mm balanced armature. The armature has no circular diameter, so no size is stored for it.
Driver type
Not available
Driver size
6mm
10.2mm
Drivers per bud
1
2
Diaphragm material
Not available
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Frequency response
Impedance
Not available
Sensitivity reference
Not available
Max sample rate
Not available
Max bit depth
Not available
Adaptive EQ
Not available
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Personalised sound
Not available
Onboard EQ
Not available
Not available
Custom EQ bands
EQ presets
Not available
Volume limit
Not available
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Spatial audio
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Spatial audio
Spatial Sound with Dolby Audio, Stereo Spatializer1Maker spec sheet (PDF)jabra.com/_/media/Jabra_VXi_Product-Documentation/Jabra-Elite-8-Active-Gen2/Technical-specifications/RevA/EN-Jabra-Elite-8-Active-G2-Tech-Specs-A4-WEB-240524.pdfRead 13 October 2026Spatial sound is listed as Yes, Dolby Audio. The Stereo Spatializer name comes from the SoundGuys review.2Measurementsoundguys.com/jabra-elite-8-active-gen-2-review-118807Read 13 October 2026
Head tracking
No2Measurementsoundguys.com/jabra-elite-8-active-gen-2-review-118807Read 13 October 2026The review lists Dolby Spatial Sound and a Stereo Spatializer mode without head tracking. Android Central states there is no head tracking.3Reviewandroidcentral.com/accessories/audio/jabra-elite-8-active-gen-2-reviewRead 13 October 2026Spatial sound is Dolby Audio rather than Atmos, so there is no head tracking.
Noise cancelling
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Active noise cancelling
ANC type
ANC microphones in both earbuds
Not available
Not available
Adaptive ANC
ANC levels
Not available
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ANC attenuation (claimed)
Not available
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Transparency mode
Adjustable transparency
Automatic ANC and transparency blend
Not available
Not available
Conversation detection
Not available
Wind noise reduction
Not available
Measured
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Frequency response notes (measured)
Compared with the SoundGuys preference curve, the response under-emphasizes 200 to 500 Hz and everything above 8 kHz. Sub-bass below 100 Hz is over-emphasized.2Measurementsoundguys.com/jabra-elite-8-active-gen-2-review-118807Read 13 October 2026
SoundGuys describes the default sound as already pretty bassy and aimed at a consumer-friendly sound. The Studio preset reduces bass a little.3Measurementsoundguys.com/jbl-tour-pro-3-review-123276Read 10 October 2026
Bass amount (measured)
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Treble amount (measured)
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Deviation from target (measured)
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Consistency between fittings (measured)
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Harmonic distortion (measured)
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Sound leakage (measured)
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Noise isolation (measured)
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Noise isolation, best (measured)
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Passive isolation (measured)
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Call quality notes (measured)
Six-microphone array. The noise rejection blocks most of the simulated office, street and wind noise, and every word stays understood.2Measurementsoundguys.com/jabra-elite-8-active-gen-2-review-118807Read 13 October 2026Demo recordings in ideal, office, street, windy and reverberant conditions. Firmware 1.0.8 and app 5.19.1.
SoundGuys lab and demo recordings: very good at office noise, street noise and wind. It struggles a little with echo.3Measurementsoundguys.com/jbl-tour-pro-3-review-123276Read 10 October 2026Review microphone section with lab and demo recordings.
Mic low-frequency extension (measured)
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Mic high-frequency extension (measured)
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Mic speech-to-noise ratio (measured)
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Latency (measured)
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Bluetooth latency, worst (measured)
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2.4 GHz latency, worst (measured)
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Latency in game mode (measured)
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Battery life (measured)
AJabra Elite 8 Active Gen 2
| Hours (h) |
|---|
| 9.05 |
Longest tested use per charge
9.05h
8.28h
Battery life with case (measured)
Not available
Not available
Full charge time (measured)
Not available
Not available
Weight per bud (measured)
Not available
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Microphones and calls
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Voice microphones in both earbuds
All microphones in both earbuds
Not available
Bone conduction voice sensor
Not available
Not available
Mic noise reduction
Not available
Call audio bandwidth
Not available
Not available
Mic mute control
Not available
Connectivity
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Chip
Not available
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Connections
Bluetooth
Bluetooth codecs
Bluetooth profiles
A2DP v1.3.2, AVRCP v1.6.2, HFP v1.8, HSP v1.2, PBP 1.0, TMAP 1.01Maker spec sheet (PDF)jabra.com/_/media/Jabra_VXi_Product-Documentation/Jabra-Elite-8-Active-Gen2/Technical-specifications/RevA/EN-Jabra-Elite-8-Active-G2-Tech-Specs-A4-WEB-240524.pdfRead 13 October 2026A2DP, AVRCP, HFP and HSP are the earbud profiles. PBP 1.0 and TMAP 1.0 are listed under the Smart case.
LE Audio
Auracast
Not available
Multipoint
Multipoint devices
22Measurementsoundguys.com/jabra-elite-8-active-gen-2-review-118807Read 13 October 2026Bluetooth Multipoint keeps the earbuds paired to a phone and a laptop at the same time.3Reviewandroidcentral.com/accessories/audio/jabra-elite-8-active-gen-2-reviewRead 13 October 2026Multipoint pairs with two devices simultaneously.
Multipoint with LDAC
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Paired devices remembered
Not available
Automatic switching between own devices
Not available
Not available
Fast pairing
Google Fast Pair, Microsoft Swift Pair1Maker spec sheet (PDF)jabra.com/_/media/Jabra_VXi_Product-Documentation/Jabra-Elite-8-Active-Gen2/Technical-specifications/RevA/EN-Jabra-Elite-8-Active-G2-Tech-Specs-A4-WEB-240524.pdfRead 13 October 2026
Google Fast Pair, Microsoft Swift Pair1Maker product pagejblstore.co.id/en/product/jbl-tour-pro-3Read 10 October 2026
Audio sharing
Not available
Not available
Wireless range (claimed)
Not available
Wireless receiver
Not available
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Receiver connector
Not available
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Simultaneous 2.4 GHz and Bluetooth audio
Not available
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Latency
None of 3 known
Low latency mode
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Claimed latency
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Lowest claimed latency
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Compatibility
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Platforms
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Connection per platform
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Features that need a specific device
AJabra Elite 8 Active Gen 2
| Feature | Needs |
|---|---|
| Google Fast Pair | Android devices only. |
| Google Assistant | Android only. |
| Audio streaming using the Smart case | Plug the Smart case into a 3.5 mm or USB-C audio output with the supplied cable. The case sends audio to the earbuds over LE Audio with the LC3 codec. |
| Spatial Sound | Turn it on in the Jabra Sound+ app. |
BJBL Tour Pro 3
| Feature | Needs |
|---|---|
| LDAC high-resolution audio | Compatible Android phone. iPhone uses the standard codecs. |
| Google Fast Pair | Android phones running Android 6 or higher. |
| Microsoft Swift Pair | Windows 10 version 1803 or higher. |
| ANC, Ambient Aware and TalkThru earbud controls | Advanced controls are enabled by connecting the earbuds to the JBL Headphones app. |
| Auracast and audio transmitter | Provided by the Smart Charging Case. Wired sources connect to the case with the included USB-C or 3.5 mm cables. |
| LE Audio and LC3 | JBL states LE Audio is available via an OTA update. |
Source1Maker product pagejblstore.co.id/en/product/jbl-tour-pro-3Read 10 October 2026Page: LE Audio is available via OTA update.2Owner's manualsupport.jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw7afc2a39/pdfs/LS_JBL_Tour%20Pro%203_QSG_Multilingual.pdfRead 10 October 2026Controls page: enable advanced controls by connecting to the JBL Headphones app. Power on and connect page: Android 6+ for Fast Pair and Windows 10 v1803+ for Swift Pair.
Official licence
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Battery and charging
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Battery per bud
Not available
User-replaceable earbud battery
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Claimed battery life
AJabra Elite 8 Active Gen 2
| Mode | Includes case recharges | Hours (h) |
|---|---|---|
| ANC off | No | 14 |
| ANC on | No | 8 |
| ANC off | Yes | 56 |
| ANC on | Yes | 32 |
BJBL Tour Pro 3
| Mode | Codec | Includes case recharges | Hours (h) |
|---|---|---|---|
| ANC off | Not available | No | 11 |
| ANC on | Not available | No | 8 |
| ANC on | LDAC | No | 7 |
| ANC off | Not available | Yes | 44 |
| ANC on | Not available | Yes | 32 |
| ANC on | LDAC | Yes | 28 |
| Call | Not available | No | 5.5 |
Source1Maker product pagejblstore.co.id/en/product/jbl-tour-pro-3Read 10 October 2026Page: 11 hours plus three full charges with ANC off (11+33 = 44 hours), 8 hours plus three full charges with ANC on (8+24 = 32 hours). The ANC-off and ANC-on per-charge rows also match the Quick Start Guide. Codec is not stated for these rows.2Owner's manualsupport.jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw7afc2a39/pdfs/LS_JBL_Tour%20Pro%203_QSG_Multilingual.pdfRead 10 October 2026Tech Spec: music playtime with Bluetooth on, ANC off up to 11 hours, ANC on up to 8 hours, True Adaptive ANC on up to 7 hours (not stored, the mode has no matching option and no codec is given), talk time ANC off up to 5.5 hours, ANC on up to 5.2 hours (not stored because the call mode cannot hold an ANC state).5Press articleav.watch.impress.co.jp/docs/news/1628497.htmlRead 10 October 2026Article: with ANC on, earbuds alone 8 hours and with the case about 32 hours. Over LDAC with ANC on, earbuds alone about 7 hours and with the case about 28 hours.
Longest claimed use per charge
14h
11h
Playback per charge with ANC (claimed)
8h
8h
Playback per charge without ANC (claimed)
14h
11h
Total with case (claimed)
56h
44h
Total with case and ANC (claimed)
32h
32h
Talk time (claimed)
Not available
5.5h
Full charge time, buds
Not available
Not available
Charging guidance
The maker lists charging time as up to 3 hours without separating the earbuds and the Smart case. SoundGuys states that fully charging the case and earbuds takes up to 3 hours.1Maker spec sheet (PDF)jabra.com/_/media/Jabra_VXi_Product-Documentation/Jabra-Elite-8-Active-Gen2/Technical-specifications/RevA/EN-Jabra-Elite-8-Active-G2-Tech-Specs-A4-WEB-240524.pdfRead 13 October 2026Charging time up to 3 hours. The sheet does not name the component.
The Quick Start Guide gives a charging time of 2 hours from empty and does not say whether this is the earbuds, the case or both.2Owner's manualsupport.jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw7afc2a39/pdfs/LS_JBL_Tour%20Pro%203_QSG_Multilingual.pdfRead 10 October 2026Tech Spec: charging time 2 hrs from empty. Power supply 5 V 1 A. The charging page shows 2 hours by USB and 10 minutes for 3 hours.
Quick charge time
Earbud playback after quick charge
Charging case
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Case battery
Not available
User-replaceable case battery
Not available
Not available
Case charging port
Case full charge time
Not available
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Wireless charging
Wireless standards
Not available
Wireless charging power
Not available
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Speaker in case
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Screen on case
Not available
Case works as audio transmitter
Controls
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Controls
Earbud volume control
Not available
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Gestures
Left single press: switch between ANC and HearThrough, answer call or mute microphone, Right single press: play or pause, answer call or mute microphone, Left double press: voice assistant, reject call or end call, Right double press: next track, reject call or end call, Right triple press: restart track2Measurementsoundguys.com/jabra-elite-8-active-gen-2-review-118807Read 13 October 2026Default button controls for the left and right earbuds. They can be customised in the app.
Left earbud single tap: ANC mode, Left earbud double tap: TalkThru, Right earbud single tap: play or pause, Right earbud double tap: next track, Right earbud triple tap: previous track, Long press either earbud: voice assistant3Measurementsoundguys.com/jbl-tour-pro-3-review-123276Read 10 October 2026Review control table.
Remappable controls
Voice assistant
Sensors and health
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In-ear detection
Sensors
Not available
Not available
Heart rate sensor
Not available
Not available
Skin temperature sensing
Not available
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Hearing aid feature
Not available
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Medical clearances
Not available
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Hearing test
Not available
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Hearing protection
Not available
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Health features
Not available
Personal Sound Amplification, boosts conversation volume by up to 15 to 20 dB1Maker product pagejblstore.co.id/en/product/jbl-tour-pro-3Read 10 October 2026Personal Sound Amplification adjusts left and right balance and amplifies conversations by up to +15-20 dB. JBL does not call it a hearing aid or give a medical clearance.
Fit and durability
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Ear tips included
Ear tip materials
Stabilisers
Not available
Not available
Ear tip fit test
Not available
Dust and water rating, buds
Dust and water rating, case
Not available
Water resistance depth
Not available
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Software
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Companion app
App platforms
Not available
User firmware updates
Finding network
Last location in the app2Measurementsoundguys.com/jabra-elite-8-active-gen-2-review-118807Read 13 October 2026The app has a Find My tracker for lost earbuds.
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Precision finding
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Live translation
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Dimensions and weight
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Weight per bud
Bud dimensions
Width19.7Height19.7Depth29mm(0.8 × 0.8 × 1.1 in)1Maker spec sheet (PDF)jabra.com/_/media/Jabra_VXi_Product-Documentation/Jabra-Elite-8-Active-Gen2/Technical-specifications/RevA/EN-Jabra-Elite-8-Active-G2-Tech-Specs-A4-WEB-240524.pdfRead 13 October 2026Main unit dimensions listed as W x H x D 19.7 x 19.7 x 29 mm.
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Case weight
Case dimensions
Width24.4Height46.9Depth65.4mm(1 × 1.8 × 2.6 in)1Maker spec sheet (PDF)jabra.com/_/media/Jabra_VXi_Product-Documentation/Jabra-Elite-8-Active-Gen2/Technical-specifications/RevA/EN-Jabra-Elite-8-Active-G2-Tech-Specs-A4-WEB-240524.pdfRead 13 October 2026Charging case dimensions listed as W x H x D 24.4 x 46.9 x 65.4 mm.
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Certifications
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Hi-Res Audio
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Communication certifications
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FCC IDs
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Other certifications
MIL-STD-810H, MFi, FCC, ISED, CE, RoHS, REACH, Proposition 65, Google Assistant, Fast Pair, Spotify Tap, Dolby Audio1Maker spec sheet (PDF)jabra.com/_/media/Jabra_VXi_Product-Documentation/Jabra-Elite-8-Active-Gen2/Technical-specifications/RevA/EN-Jabra-Elite-8-Active-G2-Tech-Specs-A4-WEB-240524.pdfRead 13 October 2026Certifications and compliance row, plus Military Standard MIL-STD-810h listed as Yes.
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In the box
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In the box
Earbuds, Charging case, USB-C to USB-C/3.5 mm jack plug cable, Warranty and warning leaflet, 3 sizes of EarGels1Maker spec sheet (PDF)jabra.com/_/media/Jabra_VXi_Product-Documentation/Jabra-Elite-8-Active-Gen2/Technical-specifications/RevA/EN-Jabra-Elite-8-Active-G2-Tech-Specs-A4-WEB-240524.pdfRead 13 October 2026
JBL Tour Pro 3 earbuds, Smart Charging Case, USB Type-C to Type-C cable, USB Type-C to analog 3.5 mm cable, USB Type-C charging cable, 5 sizes of ear tips, 1 set of foam ear tips, Quick Start Guide, warranty information and safety sheet8Retailer pagetelstra.com.au/accessories/earbuds/jbl/tour-pro-3-hi-res-true-wireless-noise-cancelling-earbudsRead 10 October 2026Box contents list.
Cables included
AJabra Elite 8 Active Gen 2
| Type | Length (m) | Count |
|---|---|---|
| USB-C to USB-C/3.5 mm jack plug cable | 0.8 | 1 |
BJBL Tour Pro 3
| Type | Count |
|---|---|
| USB-C to USB-C | 1 |
| USB-C to 3.5 mm analog | 1 |
| USB-C charging cable | 1 |
Links
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Product page
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Spec sheet
www.jabra.com/_/media/Jabra_VXi_Product-Documentation/Jabra-Elite-8-Active-Gen2/Technical-specifications/RevA/EN-Jabra-Elite-8-Active-G2-Tech-Specs-A4-WEB-240524.pdf1Maker spec sheet (PDF)jabra.com/_/media/Jabra_VXi_Product-Documentation/Jabra-Elite-8-Active-Gen2/Technical-specifications/RevA/EN-Jabra-Elite-8-Active-G2-Tech-Specs-A4-WEB-240524.pdfRead 13 October 2026
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Manual
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EPREL registration number
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Warranty
None of 1 known
Manufacturer warranty (source market)
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