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General

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Series

Live1Press releasenews.harman.com/releases/listen-all-day-every-way-introducing-the-new-jbl-live-headphonesRead 23 October 2026

MOMENTUM1Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/momentum-5-wireless/1779187603497-MOMENTUM-5_Manual_EN.pdfRead 5 October 2026Maker MOMENTUM family name.

Model numbersiMaker identifiers for this exact model and its listed variants. Excludes sibling models and other generations.

LIVE 780NC, JBLLIVE780NCBLKAM, JBLLIVE780NCGRNAM, JBLLIVE780NCBLUAM, JBLLIVE780NCWHTAM, JBLLIVE780NCCPGAM2Maker product pagejbl.com/JBLLIVE780NCBLKAM.htmlRead 23 October 2026Exact regulatory model from QSG page 18. Five US sold color SKU codes are the maker color selectors. Sand selector uses CPGAM and is called Champagne in the launch release. Purple and Orange have no unverified SKU added.34Owner's manualsupport.jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwb88657e5/pdfs/LS_JBL_Live_780NC_QSG_NAM.pdfRead 23 October 2026Page 18 exact model LIVE 780NC.

M5AEBT, 800081, 800078, 800080, 800139, 8000791Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/momentum-5-wireless/1779187603497-MOMENTUM-5_Manual_EN.pdfRead 5 October 2026Cover, package page 6 and specs page 43 identify M5AEBT.5Maker product pageus.sennheiser-hearing.com/products/momentum-5-wirelessRead 5 October 2026Current public Shopify product variant data maps sold colors to SKUs: Bronze 800081, Black 800078, Denim 800080, Lavender 800139, White 800079. Regulatory M5AEBT from guide.

GTIN / EAN

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810091274163, 810091274132, 810091274156, 810091274729, 8100912741495Maker product pageus.sennheiser-hearing.com/products/momentum-5-wirelessRead 5 October 2026Same public maker variant data SKU-to-barcode join: 800081/810091274163, 800078/810091274132, 800080/810091274156, 800139/810091274729, 800079/810091274149.

AnnouncediThe maker's first announcement of this model. This is separate from first retail availability.

12 March 20261Press releasenews.harman.com/releases/listen-all-day-every-way-introducing-the-new-jbl-live-headphonesRead 23 October 2026

25 May 20266Press releasecdn.uc.assets.prezly.com/8e797023-0139-40c9-96c0-c95e86540efe/-/inline/no/Press_Release_Sennheiser_MOMENTUM_5_Wireless_FINAL_EN%20-%20USA.pdfRead 5 October 2026Manufacturer US announcement May 25, 2026. Not first retail month.

Status

Available1Press releasenews.harman.com/releases/listen-all-day-every-way-introducing-the-new-jbl-live-headphonesRead 23 October 2026Maker release announces shipping March 15, 2026. Current maker store lists stock.

Available5Maker product pageus.sennheiser-hearing.com/products/momentum-5-wirelessRead 5 October 2026Current maker store five color variants available to order.

PredecessoriThe model this one directly replaced, in the same line, tier and size, as the maker or a trusted review names it.

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Sennheiser MOMENTUM 4 Wireless9Reviewsoundguys.com/sennheiser-momentum-5-wireless-131570Read 23 October 2026SoundGuys's launch article calls the MOMENTUM 4 the previous model of the MOMENTUM 5 Wireless.

SuccessoriThe model that directly replaced this one, in the same line, tier and size. A revision such as a Slim or OLED model does not count when a next generation exists.

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Launch price (US)iThe maker's US launch MSRP for the stated configuration, excluding tax. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

$249.951Press releasenews.harman.com/releases/listen-all-day-every-way-introducing-the-new-jbl-live-headphonesRead 23 October 2026March 12, 2026 US announcement. USD MSRP before local sales tax. Orders opened March 12 and shipping began March 15.

$399.996Press releasecdn.uc.assets.prezly.com/8e797023-0139-40c9-96c0-c95e86540efe/-/inline/no/Press_Release_Sennheiser_MOMENTUM_5_Wireless_FINAL_EN%20-%20USA.pdfRead 5 October 2026US press release page 4 suggested retail 399.99 USD. Current maker 399.95 not used as launch figure.

Launch price (EU)iThe maker's euro launch price for the stated configuration, including VAT as published. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

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MarketsiISO country or region codes where this exact model or variant is sold. A source page's language does not establish availability.

US1Press releasenews.harman.com/releases/listen-all-day-every-way-introducing-the-new-jbl-live-headphonesRead 23 October 2026

US5Maker product pageus.sennheiser-hearing.com/products/momentum-5-wirelessRead 5 October 2026Exact US store availability, not all worldwide markets.

ColoursiThe maker's own colour names

Black, Green, Blue, White, Sand, Purple, Orange2Maker product pagejbl.com/JBLLIVE780NCBLKAM.htmlRead 23 October 2026Current maker page color names. Launch named Champagne for the finish currently called Sand.

Bronze, Black, Denim, Lavender, White5Maker product pageus.sennheiser-hearing.com/products/momentum-5-wirelessRead 5 October 2026Current maker US variants, all five. Bronze and Lavender added September 25, 2026 maker blog.

Segment

Music1Press releasenews.harman.com/releases/listen-all-day-every-way-introducing-the-new-jbl-live-headphonesRead 23 October 2026Maker describes listening to music and podcasts in the Live range.

Music1Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/momentum-5-wireless/1779187603497-MOMENTUM-5_Manual_EN.pdfRead 5 October 2026Intended use page 4 music playback/phone calls via Bluetooth.

Design

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Form factor

Over-ear3Reviewtechpp.com/2026/09/07/jbl-live-780nc-reviewRead 23 October 2026

Over-ear1Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/momentum-5-wireless/1779187603497-MOMENTUM-5_Manual_EN.pdfRead 5 October 2026Page 43 around-the-ear/circum-aural.

Ear cup enclosureiClosed, open or semi-open acoustic enclosure. This does not describe how the headset folds.

Closed3Reviewtechpp.com/2026/09/07/jbl-live-780nc-reviewRead 23 October 2026Closed enclosure corroborated by HeadphoneCheck technical specifications.33Reviewheadphonecheck.com/test/jbl-live-780ncRead 23 October 2026Technical specifications explicitly Closed-back.

Closed1Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/momentum-5-wireless/1779187603497-MOMENTUM-5_Manual_EN.pdfRead 5 October 2026Page 24 explicitly closed design.

Wearing style

Headband3Reviewtechpp.com/2026/09/07/jbl-live-780nc-reviewRead 23 October 2026Review describes a headband joining two over-ear cups.

Headband1Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/momentum-5-wireless/1779187603497-MOMENTUM-5_Manual_EN.pdfRead 5 October 2026Page 43 headband stereo headphones.

FoldingiFlat means the ear cups rotate flat. Inward means the ear cups fold toward the headband.

Flat and inward3Reviewtechpp.com/2026/09/07/jbl-live-780nc-reviewRead 23 October 2026Review design section explicitly inward folding. Maker spec sheet page 2 explicitly fold-flat. Soundphile design section describes both motions.

Flat4Reviewpickyaudio.com/reviews/sennheiser-momentum-5-reviewRead 5 October 2026Same flat storage design, no inward fold. Manual case chapter requires flat storage.

Swivelling ear cupsiEar cups can rotate relative to the headband. Tilting alone does not count.

Yes3Reviewtechpp.com/2026/09/07/jbl-live-780nc-reviewRead 23 October 2026

Yes4Reviewpickyaudio.com/reviews/sennheiser-momentum-5-reviewRead 5 October 2026Manual case chapter headphones rotate flat, review shows stored flat.

RGB lighting

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Lighting zonesiNumber of independently controllable lighting areas across both ear cups.

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Drivers and sound

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Driver type

Dynamic4Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw67d8ecda/pdfs/JBL_Live_780NC_Specsheet_EN.pdfRead 23 October 2026

Dynamic1Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/momentum-5-wireless/1779187603497-MOMENTUM-5_Manual_EN.pdfRead 5 October 2026Page 43 dynamic transducer principle.

Driver sizeiDiameter of the largest sound driver. Do not use the microphone capsule diameter.

40mm4Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw67d8ecda/pdfs/JBL_Live_780NC_Specsheet_EN.pdfRead 23 October 2026

42mm1Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/momentum-5-wireless/1779187603497-MOMENTUM-5_Manual_EN.pdfRead 5 October 2026Page 43 transducer 42 mm.

Drivers per sideiNumber of sound-producing transducers in one side, excluding microphones.

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Diaphragm material

compound diaphragm5Press releasenews.harman.com/releases/listen-all-day-every-way-introducing-the-new-jbl-live-headphonesRead 23 October 2026Live 780NC column explicitly 40 mm dynamic driver with compound diaphragm.

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Magnet

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Frequency response (wired or passive)iPublished acoustic range for wired listening, or the maker’s single range when no mode is distinguished. Power state and test standard belong in the source note.

Min10 HzMax40 kHz4Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw67d8ecda/pdfs/JBL_Live_780NC_Specsheet_EN.pdfRead 23 October 2026Page 2 single claimed acoustic range. Not a Bluetooth transmission band.

Min6 HzMax22 kHz1Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/momentum-5-wireless/1779187603497-MOMENTUM-5_Manual_EN.pdfRead 5 October 2026Page 43: 6 Hz to 22 kHz at -10 dB. Maker live specs describe analog line-in 6-22 kHz and USB/Bluetooth acoustic 6-40 kHz. Wireless acoustic range is not placed in A2DP transmission-band field.

Wireless audio transmission bandiFrequency range of audio transmitted over the wireless connection, not the acoustic response of the driver. Codec, sampling rate and bitrate conditions belong in the source note. When the maker gives a range per codec, the widest range is stored and its codec goes in the source note.

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Impedance (passive when specified)iUse the headset-off value for a passive analog connection when the maker publishes both powered and passive values. Note the power state and test frequency.

32Ω4Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw67d8ecda/pdfs/JBL_Live_780NC_Specsheet_EN.pdfRead 23 October 2026Page 2 unqualified 32 ohm claim. No passive impedance or test frequency stated. Wired operation needs power.

520Ω3Maker product pagesupport.sennheiser-hearing.com/hc/en-gb/articles/37791265620253-MOMENTUM-5-Wireless-SpecificationsRead 5 October 2026Active 520 ohms published, no passive impedance assumed. Powered analog input.

Sensitivity (passive when specified)iUse the headset-off figure when both powered and passive values exist. The power or voltage reference, test distance and frequency belong in the source note.

98dB4Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw67d8ecda/pdfs/JBL_Live_780NC_Specsheet_EN.pdfRead 23 October 2026Page 2 98 dB SPL at 1 kHz. Source gives no power or voltage reference.

106dB1Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/momentum-5-wireless/1779187603497-MOMENTUM-5_Manual_EN.pdfRead 5 October 2026Page 43 106 dB at 1 kHz/0 dBFS. Live sheet 108 dB conflicts, manual retained. No per 1 mW/per 1 V sensitivity reference invented for digital full-scale.

Sensitivity referenceiPublished power or voltage reference for sensitivity. Do not assume 1 mW when the source gives only a dB value.

Per 1 mW6Maker product pagejbl.com/JBLLIVE780NCBLKAM.htmlRead 23 October 2026Current audio specification labels its 98 dB figure Driver sensitivity at 1 kHz/1 mW. QSG and datasheet give only 98 dB SPL at 1 kHz.

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THD (claimed)iPublished distortion figure or numerical upper bound. The source note states any less-than sign and test level.

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0.2%1Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/momentum-5-wireless/1779187603497-MOMENTUM-5_Manual_EN.pdfRead 5 October 2026Page 43 THD less than 0.2% at 1 kHz/100 dB SPL. Numeric upper bound, not exact distortion or independent measurement.

Max input power

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Max digital audio sample rateiHighest supported digital audio sample rate over a USB cable or wireless dongle. This is not the microphone rate or acoustic frequency response.

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96kHz2Maker product pagesupport.sennheiser-hearing.com/hc/en-gb/articles/36444900304157-MOMENTUM-5-Wireless-Before-You-StartRead 5 October 2026Wired USB section 96 kHz highest USB playback, may not be available when microphone input enabled.

Max digital audio bit depthiHighest published digital playback bit depth over a USB cable or wireless dongle.

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24bits2Maker product pagesupport.sennheiser-hearing.com/hc/en-gb/articles/36444900304157-MOMENTUM-5-Wireless-Before-You-StartRead 5 October 2026Same 24 bit USB playback, not Bluetooth codec capability.

DAC

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Personalised soundiA manufacturer-supported hearing test or ear scan creates a device sound profile tailored to the listener. Generic equalizer adjustments do not count.

Yes4Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw67d8ecda/pdfs/JBL_Live_780NC_Specsheet_EN.pdfRead 23 October 2026Page 2 Personi-Fi 3.0 personal hearing-profile customization.

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Onboard EQiCustom playback EQ profiles stored in the headset and applied without the host app running. Note supported active connections. Receiver-only or software-only EQ does not count.

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Yes1Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/momentum-5-wireless/1779187603497-MOMENTUM-5_Manual_EN.pdfRead 5 October 2026Page 33 effects saved in headphones, active without app and on different Bluetooth device. FAQ restricts custom EQ to USB/Bluetooth, not analog.

Custom EQ bandsiNumber of bands in the custom playback equalizer. Microphone EQ bands are excluded.

107Reviewlesnumeriques.com/casque-bluetooth/jbl-live-780c-p78011/test.htmlRead 23 October 2026Application section explicitly 10 playback EQ bands. On-headset storage without app not established.

82Maker product pagesupport.sennheiser-hearing.com/hc/en-gb/articles/36444900304157-MOMENTUM-5-Wireless-Before-You-StartRead 5 October 2026DSP section explicitly 8 band EQ, separate from Sound Personalization.

EQ presets

Studio, Bass, Club, Extreme Bass, Vocal, Jazz8Reviewtechpp.com/2026/09/07/jbl-live-780nc-reviewRead 23 October 2026Six named playback presets in Performance section. My EQ is a user profile, not an additional factory preset.

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Volume limit

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Spatial audio

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Spatial audio supportiNamed headset or host spatial-audio systems that the maker or reviewer explicitly supports. A platform feature may require compatible hardware, software or a separate licence.

JBL Spatial Sound 3.09Reviewtechpp.com/2026/09/07/jbl-live-780nc-reviewRead 23 October 2026Movie, Music and Game modes. Maker launch calls the processing JBL Spatial Sound 3.0. Soundphile notes LDAC must be disabled.

Dolby Atmos1Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/momentum-5-wireless/1779187603497-MOMENTUM-5_Manual_EN.pdfRead 5 October 2026Page 24 built-in Dolby virtualizer or host calculation via app. Requires compatible content, update per launch release.

Spatial audio licence includediA paid spatial-audio licence is bundled or embedded. Compatibility with a separately purchased app does not count.

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Head tracking

No9Reviewtechpp.com/2026/09/07/jbl-live-780nc-reviewRead 23 October 2026Performance section explicitly states absence of head tracking.

Yes1Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/momentum-5-wireless/1779187603497-MOMENTUM-5_Manual_EN.pdfRead 5 October 2026Page 24 separately selectable head tracking via app, day one software update and compatible content/source apply.

Noise cancelling

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Active noise cancelling

Yes10Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw67d8ecda/pdfs/JBL_Live_780NC_Specsheet_EN.pdfRead 23 October 2026

Yes1Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/momentum-5-wireless/1779187603497-MOMENTUM-5_Manual_EN.pdfRead 5 October 2026Page 24 explicitly active noise cancellation.

ANC typeiFeedforward uses outside microphones. Feedback uses inside microphones. Hybrid uses both. Voice-call noise filtering is separate.

Hybrid38Retailer pagesoundhouse.co.jp/en/products/detail/item/387558Read 23 October 2026Exact JBL Live 780NC Black product description explicitly Hybrid Noise Cancellation. Manufacturer US documents do not name topology. No trusted contradiction found. Tune 780NC is a different product.

Hybrid2Maker product pagesupport.sennheiser-hearing.com/hc/en-gb/articles/36444900304157-MOMENTUM-5-Wireless-Before-You-StartRead 5 October 2026FAQ Product Overview/Noise Cancellation explicitly hybrid adaptive ANC.

ANC microphonesiTotal microphones used for active playback noise cancellation across both sides. Do not substitute the total physical or voice microphone count.

610Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw67d8ecda/pdfs/JBL_Live_780NC_Specsheet_EN.pdfRead 23 October 2026Page 2 and maker launch specifically six ANC microphones. Current web summary says Number of Microphones 4. Explicit exact-model ANC role count takes precedence. Physical total is omitted.

82Maker product pagesupport.sennheiser-hearing.com/hc/en-gb/articles/36444900304157-MOMENTUM-5-Wireless-Before-You-StartRead 5 October 2026Noise Cancellation section explicitly 8 dedicated ANC mics, 4 per cup. Not 4 voice mics.

Adaptive ANCiNoise cancellation automatically changes with the environment or fit. Manually choosing a level does not count.

Yes10Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw67d8ecda/pdfs/JBL_Live_780NC_Specsheet_EN.pdfRead 23 October 2026Page 2 real-time adjustment to surroundings.

Yes2Maker product pagesupport.sennheiser-hearing.com/hc/en-gb/articles/36444900304157-MOMENTUM-5-Wireless-Before-You-StartRead 5 October 2026Same FAQ adaptive cancellation, not manually chosen strength alone.

ANC levelsiNumber of adjustable cancellation strength steps. Off and transparency modes are excluded.

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ANC attenuation (claimed)

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Transparency mode

Yes10Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw67d8ecda/pdfs/JBL_Live_780NC_Specsheet_EN.pdfRead 23 October 2026Ambient Aware and TalkThru named in QSG pages 6 and 10.

Yes1Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/momentum-5-wireless/1779187603497-MOMENTUM-5_Manual_EN.pdfRead 5 October 2026Pages 26-27 transparency listening.

Adjustable transparency

Yes10Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw67d8ecda/pdfs/JBL_Live_780NC_Specsheet_EN.pdfRead 23 October 2026Page 2 app adjusts how much outside sound is admitted.

Yes1Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/momentum-5-wireless/1779187603497-MOMENTUM-5_Manual_EN.pdfRead 5 October 2026Page 27 pinch gesture/app adjust continuous intensity. No discrete ANC-level count inferred.

Conversation detectioniAudio pauses or lowers automatically when the wearer speaks. Voice assistant activation does not count.

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Wind noise reduction

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Yes2Maker product pagesupport.sennheiser-hearing.com/hc/en-gb/articles/36444900304157-MOMENTUM-5-Wireless-Before-You-StartRead 5 October 2026Anti-wind mode counteracts wind during playback and calls.

Measured

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Frequency response notesiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

The lab response has strong bass emphasis and comparatively balanced mids and treble. The Studio preset reduces the bass boost.12Reviewlesnumeriques.com/casque-bluetooth/jbl-live-780c-p78011/test.htmlRead 23 October 2026Audio section discusses its measured curves. Default profile compared with Studio. Firmware and rig not stated in public article.

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Bass amountiReviewer’s bass deviation from its stated target. Positive is more bass. Target and test method belong in the source note.

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Treble amountiReviewer’s treble deviation from its stated target. Positive is more treble. Target and test method belong in the source note.

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Deviation from targetiReviewer’s full-range error from its target curve. Do not substitute a regional bass or treble error.

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Consistency between fittingsiReviewer’s standard deviation across repeated fittings. Test rig and fitting procedure belong in the source note.

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Harmonic distortioniIndependently measured harmonic distortion, with test level and method in the source note.

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Sound leakageiIndependently measured leakage at 30 cm. Playback level and method belong in the source note.

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Measured noise isolationiIndependently measured attenuation. Positive values mean more noise reduction. ANC state, rig and frequency bands belong in the source note.

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Noise isolation (measured, best)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Passive isolation (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Mic quality notesiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

Quiet-room speech is clear. Background-noise reduction reduces speech quality as noise increases. Very loud transport noise can exceed its limits.12Reviewlesnumeriques.com/casque-bluetooth/jbl-live-780c-p78011/test.htmlRead 23 October 2026Micro section evaluates quiet and noisy environments. Codec, recording rig and firmware not stated.

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Mic low-frequency extensioniMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Mic high-frequency extensioniMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Mic speech-to-noise ratioiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Measured latencyiEnd-to-end latency measured by a reviewer for a specific connection, platform and codec. Firmware, method and operating mode belong in the source note.

AJBL Live 780NC

Connection	Latency (ms)
Bluetooth	150

Source11Reviewlesnumeriques.com/casque-bluetooth/jbl-live-780c-p78011/test.htmlRead 23 October 2026Connectivite section measures 150 ms over classic Bluetooth, excluding LE Audio. Video mode did not improve it. Codec, platform, firmware and rig are not published in the article.

BSennheiser MOMENTUM 5 Wireless

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Bluetooth latency (measured, worst)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

150ms=CalculatedFrom Measured latency

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2.4 GHz latency (measured, worst)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Measured battery lifeiReviewer’s continuous playback test. State the connection, ANC and lighting where known. Unknown settings stay omitted and are described in the source note.

AJBL Live 780NC

Connection	ANC	Hours (h)
Bluetooth	Yes	47.5
Bluetooth	No	75

Source11Reviewlesnumeriques.com/casque-bluetooth/jbl-live-780c-p78011/test.htmlRead 23 October 2026Autonomie section reports approximately 47 h 30 min ANC on and 75 h ANC off over Bluetooth. LE Audio was not tested. Codec, volume and firmware unpublished. RTINGS public text reports 60.5 h ANC on under unavailable detailed settings, so the two labs are not merged into one test.

BSennheiser MOMENTUM 5 Wireless

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Battery life (measured, max)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

75h=CalculatedFrom Measured battery life

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Clamping forceiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Weight (measured)iIndependently weighed headset. A review that repeats the maker’s number does not qualify. Cable and microphone inclusion belong in the source note.

260g(9.2 oz)11Reviewlesnumeriques.com/casque-bluetooth/jbl-live-780c-p78011/test.htmlRead 23 October 2026Confort section explicitly 260 g on the scale. Detachable cable inclusion not stated.

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Microphone

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MicrophoneiMain microphone used for speech. Secondary internal microphones may be described in the source note.

Built-in13Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw67d8ecda/pdfs/JBL_Live_780NC_Specsheet_EN.pdfRead 23 October 2026

Built-in1Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/momentum-5-wireless/1779187603497-MOMENTUM-5_Manual_EN.pdfRead 5 October 2026Pages 7-8 integrated front speech/back microphones.

Microphone element

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MEMS1Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/momentum-5-wireless/1779187603497-MOMENTUM-5_Manual_EN.pdfRead 5 October 2026Page 43 microphone principle MEMS.

Microphone pickup patterniUse the maker’s exact named pattern. Unidirectional does not establish whether the capsule is cardioid, supercardioid or hypercardioid.

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Omnidirectional1Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/momentum-5-wireless/1779187603497-MOMENTUM-5_Manual_EN.pdfRead 5 October 2026Page 43 four omni-directional speech microphones.

Voice microphonesiTotal microphones used for voice pickup or beamforming across both sides. ANC-only microphones are excluded.

213Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw67d8ecda/pdfs/JBL_Live_780NC_Specsheet_EN.pdfRead 23 October 2026Page 2 explicitly dual beamforming speech microphones. Six ANC microphones are a different role count. Never sum the overlapping roles.

41Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/momentum-5-wireless/1779187603497-MOMENTUM-5_Manual_EN.pdfRead 5 October 2026Page 43 speech audio four microphones, 2 x 2 beamforming. FAQ confirms four call mics. Live table says four per side and appears to mix ANC/voice scope. Eight ANC mics remain separate.

Total microphonesiEvery physical microphone across the headset, including call, ANC and calibration microphones. Shared microphones count once. Excludes microphones in charging cases or receivers, and vibration sensors. Use an explicitly published physical total, never a sum of overlapping role counts.

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Mic frequency responseiAcoustic microphone response, not its digital sampling rate. Connection-specific ranges belong in the source note.

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Min50 HzMax10 kHz1Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/momentum-5-wireless/1779187603497-MOMENTUM-5_Manual_EN.pdfRead 5 October 2026Page 43 50 Hz to 10 kHz at -3 dB. Live maker 20 Hz-15 kHz conflicts, manual retained. Not sampling rate.

Mic sensitivityiPublished microphone sensitivity. Reference such as dBV/Pa or dBFS, frequency and distance belong in the source note.

-38dB13Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw67d8ecda/pdfs/JBL_Live_780NC_Specsheet_EN.pdfRead 23 October 2026Page 2 -38 dBV/Pa at 1 kHz.

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Mic signal-to-noiseiPublished microphone signal-to-noise ratio. Minimum or typical conditions belong in the source note.

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Mic sample rateiExplicitly published digital microphone capture or speech sampling rate. State the audio route in the source note, or say it is unpublished. Internal capture does not prove the effective rate on every connection. Acoustic bandwidth, playback rate and generic microphone-chip capability do not qualify.

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Mic noise reductioniProcessing that removes noise from transmitted speech. Playback ANC and a directional microphone alone do not count.

AI13Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw67d8ecda/pdfs/JBL_Live_780NC_Specsheet_EN.pdfRead 23 October 2026Page 1 Perfect Calls 2.0 explicitly uses an AI-trained algorithm.

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Flip to mute

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Mute button

Yes14Owner's manualsupport.jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwb88657e5/pdfs/LS_JBL_Live_780NC_QSG_NAM.pdfRead 23 October 2026Page 6 right touch panel long press toggles microphone mute during calls. It is a touch control, not a separate mechanical mute key.

Yes1Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/momentum-5-wireless/1779187603497-MOMENTUM-5_Manual_EN.pdfRead 5 October 2026Pages 30-31 press multifunction button once during call to mute/unmute. Picky Audio says no mic mute and conflicts with clear guide operation, guide retained.

Mute indicatoriPublished indication of microphone mute. mechanical_marker is a visible physical marker showing the microphone's mute-switch position. LED options require an electronic light. The in-line controller option is for a mute light on a cable remote.

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Voice prompt1Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/momentum-5-wireless/1779187603497-MOMENTUM-5_Manual_EN.pdfRead 5 October 2026Pages 30-31 Mute on/Mute off voice prompt.

Sidetone

Yes14Owner's manualsupport.jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwb88657e5/pdfs/LS_JBL_Live_780NC_QSG_NAM.pdfRead 23 October 2026Page 11 VoiceAware feature diagram.

Yes1Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/momentum-5-wireless/1779187603497-MOMENTUM-5_Manual_EN.pdfRead 5 October 2026Page 31 plays own voice during calls.

Adjustable sidetone

Yes15Reviewrtings.com/headphones/reviews/best/by-feature/wireless-bluetoothRead 23 October 2026Public wireless-headphone guide and this exact review describe adjustable sidetone. Detailed numerical microphone tests are locked and not used.

Yes1Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/momentum-5-wireless/1779187603497-MOMENTUM-5_Manual_EN.pdfRead 5 October 2026Page 31 app slider adjusts sidetone intensity, enabled by default.

Foam microphone windscreeniA foam cover for the voice microphone. An internal metal mesh pop filter does not count.

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Connectivity

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Audio connectionsiConnections that carry playback audio. Charging or firmware USB alone does not count as USB audio.

Bluetooth, Analog16Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw67d8ecda/pdfs/JBL_Live_780NC_Specsheet_EN.pdfRead 23 October 2026Analog source playback through included 3.5 mm to USB-C cable plus Bluetooth. The USB-C-shaped jack does not establish digital USB audio.

Analog, USB, Bluetooth1Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/momentum-5-wireless/1779187603497-MOMENTUM-5_Manual_EN.pdfRead 5 October 2026Pages 17, 34-35 explicit Bluetooth, supplied analog cable and USB audio.

Analog source plugsiAnalog plug(s) supplied for the source device, including adapters. The headset-side jack is listed separately.

3.5 mm TRS16Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw67d8ecda/pdfs/JBL_Live_780NC_Specsheet_EN.pdfRead 23 October 2026QSG page 10 drawing shows stereo 3.5 mm source plug with two insulation rings.34Owner's manualsupport.jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwb88657e5/pdfs/LS_JBL_Live_780NC_QSG_NAM.pdfRead 23 October 2026Page 10 image shows two insulation rings on the stereo 3.5 mm source plug.

3.5 mm TRS1Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/momentum-5-wireless/1779187603497-MOMENTUM-5_Manual_EN.pdfRead 5 October 2026Page 6 supplied analog cable, 3.5 mm source plug. Review confirms TRS.

Cable connector on headsetiConnection used by the playback cable at the headset. A fixed cable is not replaceable through a headset jack.

USB-C16Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw67d8ecda/pdfs/JBL_Live_780NC_Specsheet_EN.pdfRead 23 October 2026Page 2 included analog cable has USB Type-C headset plug.

2.5 mm1Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/momentum-5-wireless/1779187603497-MOMENTUM-5_Manual_EN.pdfRead 5 October 2026Page 34 explicitly 2.5 mm jack into headphone socket.

Longest included cableiLength of the longest supplied cable, including charging and dongle cables. Individual cable lengths are listed in Cables included.

1.2m16Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw67d8ecda/pdfs/JBL_Live_780NC_Specsheet_EN.pdfRead 23 October 2026Page 2 120 cm, exactly converted to 1.2 m. No charging cable supplied.

1.2m1Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/momentum-5-wireless/1779187603497-MOMENTUM-5_Manual_EN.pdfRead 5 October 2026Page 6 both supplied cables approximately 1.2 m, no longer cable inferred.

Headset USB plug or portiUSB plug or port on the headset or its included wired audio adapter. A charging-only USB port can appear here.

USB-C16Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw67d8ecda/pdfs/JBL_Live_780NC_Specsheet_EN.pdfRead 23 October 2026

USB-C1Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/momentum-5-wireless/1779187603497-MOMENTUM-5_Manual_EN.pdfRead 5 October 2026Page 35 USB Type-C data/charging connection.

Audio over USB-C cableiPlayback through a USB-C cable or included wired USB-C audio adapter. A charging-only USB-C port does not count.

No17Reviewlesnumeriques.com/casque-bluetooth/jbl-live-780c-p78011/test.htmlRead 23 October 2026Summary and connectivity section explicitly no USB Audio. Included cable carries analog audio to the USB-C-shaped jack.

Yes1Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/momentum-5-wireless/1779187603497-MOMENTUM-5_Manual_EN.pdfRead 5 October 2026Page 35 explicit playback and recording on Mac/PC/mobile via USB cable.

Passive wired listeningiAnalog playback works with the headset powered off or its battery empty. An active analog converter that needs headset power does not count.

No17Reviewlesnumeriques.com/casque-bluetooth/jbl-live-780c-p78011/test.htmlRead 23 October 2026Summary explicitly says passive mode is absent. QSG wired-mode diagram shows headset power on.

No4Reviewpickyaudio.com/reviews/sennheiser-momentum-5-reviewRead 5 October 2026Exact reviewer tests explicitly analog aux cannot play when powered off, agreeing with current maker FAQ. Guide page 34 battery-empty use case conflicts and appears to be legacy wording, rejected after secondary check.

Wireless receiveriDedicated wireless audio receiver or dongle. A wired USB sound card does not count.

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Sold separately4Reviewpickyaudio.com/reviews/sennheiser-momentum-5-reviewRead 5 October 2026Review explicitly no bundled dongle, compatible Sennheiser dongle can be bought separately.

Wireless receiver connectoriPhysical USB connector on the receiver. Supplied extension cables and adapters are explained in the source note. Both means two native connector types.

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Wireless range (claimed)iMaker’s advertised wireless range. Connection and indoor or outdoor conditions belong in the source note. Measured distance is not stored here.

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Bluetooth

6.016Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw67d8ecda/pdfs/JBL_Live_780NC_Specsheet_EN.pdfRead 23 October 2026

5.41Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/momentum-5-wireless/1779187603497-MOMENTUM-5_Manual_EN.pdfRead 5 October 2026Pages 17/43 current Bluetooth 5.4. Future 6.0 firmware announced but no current implementation proof.

Bluetooth codecsiNamed Bluetooth audio codecs supported by this exact model. Host, firmware and operating-mode restrictions belong in the source note.

SBC, AAC, LDAC, LC317Reviewlesnumeriques.com/casque-bluetooth/jbl-live-780c-p78011/test.htmlRead 23 October 2026Exact technical table lists all four codecs. LDAC and LE Audio require compatible source devices.37Press releaseprtimes.jp/aRead 23 October 2026Maker Japanese release dated March 19, 2026 page 3 exact 780NC column lists SBC, AAC, LDAC and LC3.

SBC, AAC, aptX, aptX HD, aptX Lossless, aptX Adaptive1Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/momentum-5-wireless/1779187603497-MOMENTUM-5_Manual_EN.pdfRead 5 October 2026Page 43 exact playback codecs. Snapdragon Sound is certification/technology, not another codec.

LE AudioiLE Audio playback support. Bluetooth Low Energy for app control alone does not count.

Yes16Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw67d8ecda/pdfs/JBL_Live_780NC_Specsheet_EN.pdfRead 23 October 2026Page 1 explicitly LE Audio.

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AuracastiAuracast broadcast audio support. Required phone, firmware and app conditions belong in the source note.

Yes16Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw67d8ecda/pdfs/JBL_Live_780NC_Specsheet_EN.pdfRead 23 October 2026Page 2 broadcasts selected through JBL Headphones app. Compatible source required.

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Bluetooth multipointiCan remain connected to multiple Bluetooth source devices at once. Mixing Bluetooth with a proprietary dongle is a separate field. A maker's dual connection to two Bluetooth devices at once counts.

Yes16Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw67d8ecda/pdfs/JBL_Live_780NC_Specsheet_EN.pdfRead 23 October 2026

Yes1Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/momentum-5-wireless/1779187603497-MOMENTUM-5_Manual_EN.pdfRead 5 October 2026Pages 17/43 two active source connections. One audio stream at a time.

Multipoint devicesiNumber of Bluetooth source devices connected at once, not the number remembered for later pairing.

216Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw67d8ecda/pdfs/JBL_Live_780NC_Specsheet_EN.pdfRead 23 October 2026Page 2 two Bluetooth devices at once. Not remembered pairing count.

21Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/momentum-5-wireless/1779187603497-MOMENTUM-5_Manual_EN.pdfRead 5 October 2026Page 43 Number of active connections 2.

Paired devices remembered

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61Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/momentum-5-wireless/1779187603497-MOMENTUM-5_Manual_EN.pdfRead 5 October 2026Page 17 explicitly up to six stored connection profiles. FAQ 2 devices statement refers active multipoint, not remembered slots.

Mixes 2.4 GHz and Bluetooth audioiPlays both wireless audio streams at the same time. Automatic switching or Bluetooth standby does not count.

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Fast pairing

Google Fast Pair, Microsoft Swift Pair17Reviewlesnumeriques.com/casque-bluetooth/jbl-live-780c-p78011/test.htmlRead 23 October 2026Connectivity section explicitly Fast Pair and Swift Pair. QSG page 4 separately names Windows 10/11 and Android pairing.

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Base station

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Latency

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Low latency modeiA selectable mode intended to reduce audio delay. A low-latency connection without a distinct mode does not count.

Yes18Reviewsoundphilereview.com/reviews/jbl-live-780nc-review-52281Read 23 October 2026Software section Smart Audio & Video offers audio-quality and latency modes. Low-latency mode and LDAC exclude each other. No numerical maker delay published.

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Claimed latencyiMaker’s claimed delay for the stated connection and mode. Minimum claims and host restrictions belong in the source note.

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Compatibility

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Compatible platformsiPlatforms with a documented audio path. This does not imply every connection or microphone function works. Platform editions must be checked individually.

Windows, Android, iOS, Linux19Reviewsoundphilereview.com/reviews/jbl-live-780nc-review-52281Read 23 October 2026Reviewer explicitly tested wear detection on Linux and music from Pixel 7 Pro. QSG page 4 Windows Swift Pair. HeadphoneCheck confirms iPhone AAC.33Reviewheadphonecheck.com/test/jbl-live-780ncRead 23 October 2026Bluetooth section explicitly iPhone AAC. Mac Auracast testing used an external dongle and is not treated as native Mac Bluetooth proof.34Owner's manualsupport.jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwb88657e5/pdfs/LS_JBL_Live_780NC_QSG_NAM.pdfRead 23 October 2026Page 4 explicitly Windows 10/11 and Android.

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Connection per platformiOnly explicitly documented playback paths for the exact model. Microphone support is separate. Leave unknown microphone support omitted. An Xbox and a PlayStation edition of one headset can connect differently, so it is per variant.

AJBL Live 780NC

Platform	Connection
Windows	Bluetooth
Android	Bluetooth
iOS	Bluetooth
Linux	Bluetooth

Source19Reviewsoundphilereview.com/reviews/jbl-live-780nc-review-52281Read 23 October 2026Only documented playback routes. Call support for each platform is not established, so microphone_works omitted.33Reviewheadphonecheck.com/test/jbl-live-780ncRead 23 October 2026iPhone playback using AAC is an explicit iOS Bluetooth path.34Owner's manualsupport.jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwb88657e5/pdfs/LS_JBL_Live_780NC_QSG_NAM.pdfRead 23 October 2026Page 4 Bluetooth pairing for Android and Microsoft Swift Pair for Windows 10/11.

BSennheiser MOMENTUM 5 Wireless

Platform	Connection	Microphone works
Windows	USB	Yes
macOS	USB	Yes

Source1Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/momentum-5-wireless/1779187603497-MOMENTUM-5_Manual_EN.pdfRead 5 October 2026Page 35 individually Mac/PC setup to default audio output/input. PC Windows Control Panel and Mac System Preferences. Microphone explicit recording works. Mobile USB OS not uniquely specified, not assigned.

Official licence

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Battery and charging

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Battery capacityiRated capacity of one headset battery. Do not use case, receiver or total multi-battery capacity.

870mAh20Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw67d8ecda/pdfs/JBL_Live_780NC_Specsheet_EN.pdfRead 23 October 2026Page 2 one lithium-ion 870 mAh, 3.7 V pack.

700mAh1Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/momentum-5-wireless/1779187603497-MOMENTUM-5_Manual_EN.pdfRead 5 October 2026Page 43 installed battery 700 mAh. Battery specification also 2.59 Wh, no corresponding headset Wh field.

Swappable batteryiBattery can be exchanged by the user as part of normal operation. Service or recycling disassembly does not count.

No21Reviewheadphonecheck.com/test/jbl-live-780ncRead 23 October 2026Build section says battery replacement requires contacting JBL support. It is not a normal operational swap.

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Batteries includediNumber of headset batteries supplied, including the one already installed.

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Claimed battery lifeiMaker’s maximum playback time per stated connection, codec, ANC, spatial audio and lighting settings. Name the spatial processing mode and other conditions in the source note. Unknown settings stay omitted.

AJBL Live 780NC

Connection	ANC	Hours (h)
Bluetooth	No	80
Bluetooth	Yes	50

Source20Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw67d8ecda/pdfs/JBL_Live_780NC_Specsheet_EN.pdfRead 23 October 2026Page 2 up-to Bluetooth music runtime. Codec, spatial processing, volume and firmware unspecified. Call runtimes excluded.

BSennheiser MOMENTUM 5 Wireless

Connection	ANC	Hours (h)
Bluetooth	Yes	57

Source1Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/momentum-5-wireless/1779187603497-MOMENTUM-5_Manual_EN.pdfRead 5 October 2026Page 43 up to 57 h Bluetooth ANC active, tested with iPhone at mid volume. Codec, exact percentage and lighting not specified.

Battery life (claimed, max)

80h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

57h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

Battery life with ANC (claimed)

50h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

57h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

Battery life without ANC (claimed)

80h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

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Charging port

USB-C20Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw67d8ecda/pdfs/JBL_Live_780NC_Specsheet_EN.pdfRead 23 October 2026

USB-C1Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/momentum-5-wireless/1779187603497-MOMENTUM-5_Manual_EN.pdfRead 5 October 2026Page 43 USB-C charging port.

Full charge timeiPublished time to fully charge a depleted headset. In-use charging can take longer.

120min20Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw67d8ecda/pdfs/JBL_Live_780NC_Specsheet_EN.pdfRead 23 October 2026Page 2 two hours from empty.

120min1Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/momentum-5-wireless/1779187603497-MOMENTUM-5_Manual_EN.pdfRead 5 October 2026Page 14 complete charging cycle approximately 2 h, FAQ explicitly from empty.

Quick charge timeiCharge duration in the maker’s quick-charge claim. Read together with Quick charge playback.

5min20Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw67d8ecda/pdfs/JBL_Live_780NC_Specsheet_EN.pdfRead 23 October 2026

10min1Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/momentum-5-wireless/1779187603497-MOMENTUM-5_Manual_EN.pdfRead 5 October 2026Page 14 quick-charge 10 minutes.

Quick charge playbackiPlayback gained from Quick charge time. Charger power, codec, volume and ANC conditions belong in the source note.

4h20Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw67d8ecda/pdfs/JBL_Live_780NC_Specsheet_EN.pdfRead 23 October 2026Page 2 four hours from five minutes. Conditions not otherwise stated.

7h1Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/momentum-5-wireless/1779187603497-MOMENTUM-5_Manual_EN.pdfRead 5 October 2026Page 14 approximately 7 h from 10 min. Live technical sheet agrees 7 h, FAQ Before/During Use says 10 h. Manual/sheet retained, charger and ANC scope of quick-charge result not stated.

Use while charging

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Yes1Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/momentum-5-wireless/1779187603497-MOMENTUM-5_Manual_EN.pdfRead 5 October 2026Page 14 explicitly music and phone calls available while charging, possibly longer charge time.

Charging dock or stand

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Controls

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Controls

Buttons, Touch, Slider22Owner's manualsupport.jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwb88657e5/pdfs/LS_JBL_Live_780NC_QSG_NAM.pdfRead 23 October 2026Page 6 button controls, power/pairing slider and right touch panel.

Buttons, Touch1Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/momentum-5-wireless/1779187603497-MOMENTUM-5_Manual_EN.pdfRead 5 October 2026Pages 7-9 multifunction button and touchpad gestures.

Volume control

Buttons22Owner's manualsupport.jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwb88657e5/pdfs/LS_JBL_Live_780NC_QSG_NAM.pdfRead 23 October 2026Page 6 left rocker increases and decreases volume.

Touch1Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/momentum-5-wireless/1779187603497-MOMENTUM-5_Manual_EN.pdfRead 5 October 2026Page 23 touch swipe up/down.

Game and chat mixiBalances separate game and chat audio streams. Mixing Bluetooth and dongle source volume alone does not count. Supported platforms belong in the source note.

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Remappable controlsiOn-device button, touch or dial functions can be reassigned. Changing EQ alone does not count.

Yes22Owner's manualsupport.jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwb88657e5/pdfs/LS_JBL_Live_780NC_QSG_NAM.pdfRead 23 October 2026Maker datasheet page 2 explicitly customize touch and button functions.35Maker product pagejbl.com/JBLLIVE780NCBLKAM.htmlRead 23 October 2026Customizable through the JBL Headphones app explicitly remaps touch and button functions.

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Wear detection

Yes22Owner's manualsupport.jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwb88657e5/pdfs/LS_JBL_Live_780NC_QSG_NAM.pdfRead 23 October 2026Pages 8-9 auto play/pause diagrams.

Yes1Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/momentum-5-wireless/1779187603497-MOMENTUM-5_Manual_EN.pdfRead 5 October 2026Page 32 sensor pauses/resumes music and handles calls on removal/wearing.

Voice assistant

Bixby, Siri22Owner's manualsupport.jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwb88657e5/pdfs/LS_JBL_Live_780NC_QSG_NAM.pdfRead 23 October 2026Page 6 names Bixby/Siri/Others. Host assistant activation, not built-in cloud assistants.

Siri, Google Assistant1Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/momentum-5-wireless/1779187603497-MOMENTUM-5_Manual_EN.pdfRead 5 October 2026Page 31 host Siri/Google Assistant through multifunction button, only Bluetooth/USB. Specific smartphone/app support varies.

Comfort and build

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Headband type

Padded23Reviewsoundphilereview.com/reviews/jbl-live-780nc-review-52281Read 23 October 2026Design section discusses thin headband padding.

Padded2Maker product pagesupport.sennheiser-hearing.com/hc/en-gb/articles/36444900304157-MOMENTUM-5-Wireless-Before-You-StartRead 5 October 2026Design & Comfort silicone headband softly secures and cushions head.

Headband material

Silicone23Reviewsoundphilereview.com/reviews/jbl-live-780nc-review-52281Read 23 October 2026Maker spec sheet and review explicitly silicone covering. Japanese launch calls the covering PU. Current exact spec sheet explicitly silicone and is preferred over launch wording.

Silicone2Maker product pagesupport.sennheiser-hearing.com/hc/en-gb/articles/36444900304157-MOMENTUM-5-Wireless-Before-You-StartRead 5 October 2026During Use maintenance explicitly headband silicone. Not metal frame or leather claim.

Frame material

Metal headband with aluminium yokes23Reviewsoundphilereview.com/reviews/jbl-live-780nc-review-52281Read 23 October 2026Design section metal internal band and solid aluminium yokes. Not a claim that all outer surfaces are metal.

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Ear cup material

Plastic23Reviewsoundphilereview.com/reviews/jbl-live-780nc-review-52281Read 23 October 2026Design section explicitly plastic earcups.

Plastic8Reviewsoundguys.com/sennheiser-momentum-5-wireless-review-157679Read 5 October 2026Exact review Design section explicitly earcup exterior matte plastic. Maker generic ABS/silicone material list does not map ABS to a specific body part.

Ear pad material

Faux leather23Reviewsoundphilereview.com/reviews/jbl-live-780nc-review-52281Read 23 October 2026Design section explicitly faux leather.

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Replaceable ear pads

Yes36Maker product pagejp.jbl.com/RT-LIVE780NC-EAR-PADS.htmlRead 23 October 2026Maker sells exact Live 780NC left/right replacement pad set, confirmed in stock on Japanese page. Takes precedence over TechRadar calling pads non-removable.

Yes1Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/momentum-5-wireless/1779187603497-MOMENTUM-5_Manual_EN.pdfRead 5 October 2026Page 37 user ear pad replacement instructions.

Ear pad attachmentiHow a replacement ear pad attaches to the ear cup, not how the decorative outer cover attaches. A press-fit or snap-on pad counts as clip.

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Clip1Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/momentum-5-wireless/1779187603497-MOMENTUM-5_Manual_EN.pdfRead 5 October 2026Page 37 pressing pad onto ear cup until snaps engage, clipping.

Ear pad openingiUsable opening inside an ear pad, excluding the outer cushion. Depth is the internal space between pad surface and driver cover.

Width41.5Height60.4mm(1.6 × 2.4 in)24Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw67d8ecda/pdfs/JBL_Live_780NC_Specsheet_EN.pdfRead 23 October 2026Page 2 exact inner height 60.4 and width 41.5 mm. Cushion height 23 mm is not usable opening depth.

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Ear tips included

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Dust and water rating

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User-replaceable parts

Ear pads36Maker product pagejp.jbl.com/RT-LIVE780NC-EAR-PADS.htmlRead 23 October 2026Consumer replacement ear-pad accessory for this exact model. Attachment method not established.

Ear pads, BA 500 rechargeable battery1Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/momentum-5-wireless/1779187603497-MOMENTUM-5_Manual_EN.pdfRead 5 October 2026Pages 37-39 ear pads and BA 500 battery. Battery replacement requires four PH0 screws. Not a normal hot-swap battery operation, swappable_battery not asserted.

Software

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Companion app

JBL Headphones25Reviewheadphonecheck.com/test/jbl-live-780ncRead 23 October 2026

Sennheiser Smart Control Plus1Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/momentum-5-wireless/1779187603497-MOMENTUM-5_Manual_EN.pdfRead 5 October 2026Page 20 Smart Control Plus app, distinct from older Smart Control.

App platforms

Android, iOS25Reviewheadphonecheck.com/test/jbl-live-780ncRead 23 October 2026App section explicitly Android and iOS.

Android, iOS1Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/momentum-5-wireless/1779187603497-MOMENTUM-5_Manual_EN.pdfRead 5 October 2026Page 20 Google Play and Apple App Store.

User firmware updates

Yes26Maker product pagesupport.jbl.com/us/en/howto/live-780nc-software-update-release-notes-mshu25id9ek-us/000054548.htmlRead 23 October 2026Exact model update release notes list version 26.26.10 dated August 4, 2026.

Yes1Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/momentum-5-wireless/1779187603497-MOMENTUM-5_Manual_EN.pdfRead 5 October 2026Page 4 app firmware updates plus FAQ explicit updater.

Dimensions and weight

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Headset weightiPublished headset mass without detachable cable or microphone when stated. A fixed cable remains included. Any unqualified maker weight is identified in the source note.

260g(9.2 oz)27Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw67d8ecda/pdfs/JBL_Live_780NC_Specsheet_EN.pdfRead 23 October 2026Page 2 unqualified headset weight. Cable inclusion not specified by maker.

290g(10.2 oz)1Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/momentum-5-wireless/1779187603497-MOMENTUM-5_Manual_EN.pdfRead 5 October 2026Page 43 approximate 290 g published headphone body mass. Reviewer 291 g metadata not independent weighing proof.

Headset dimensionsiBody size with headband upright and ear cups in their normal wearing position. Width is across the head, height is top to bottom, and depth is front to back. Folded or flat-swivel dimensions are not substituted.

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Certifications

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Hi-Res Audio

Hi-Res Audio, Hi-Res Audio Wireless28Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw67d8ecda/pdfs/JBL_Live_780NC_Specsheet_EN.pdfRead 23 October 2026Page 1 explicitly Hi-Res Audio wired and wireless. Wired mode requires power. No inferred USB sample rate.

Hi-Res Audio6Press releasecdn.uc.assets.prezly.com/8e797023-0139-40c9-96c0-c95e86540efe/-/inline/no/Press_Release_Sennheiser_MOMENTUM_5_Wireless_FINAL_EN%20-%20USA.pdfRead 5 October 2026Signature Performance page 2 explicitly Hi-Res Audio certification, no Wireless certification inferred from codec.

Communication certifications

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FCC ID

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Other certifications

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Snapdragon Sound8Reviewsoundguys.com/sennheiser-momentum-5-wireless-review-157679Read 5 October 2026Connectivity section explicitly Snapdragon Sound certified. This is not a Bluetooth codec. Battery test still unfinished, no runtime result stored.

In the box

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In the box

JBL Live 780NC headphones, USB Type-C to analog 3.5mm cable, Carrying pouch, Warranty/Warning, QSG29Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw67d8ecda/pdfs/JBL_Live_780NC_Specsheet_EN.pdfRead 23 October 2026

MOMENTUM 5 around-ear headphones, USB-C to USB-C charging cable, 3.5 mm to 2.5 mm analog audio cable, Carry case, Quick guide, Safety guide, Compliance sheet1Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/momentum-5-wireless/1779187603497-MOMENTUM-5_Manual_EN.pdfRead 5 October 2026Page 6 complete package list. No BTD 700 dongle included.

Cables includediSupplied playback, charging, dongle and adapter cables. A permanently attached headset cable is included and named as fixed.

AJBL Live 780NC

Type	Length (m)	Count
USB Type-C to analog 3.5 mm audio cable	1.2	1

Source29Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw67d8ecda/pdfs/JBL_Live_780NC_Specsheet_EN.pdfRead 23 October 2026Page 2 complete box list includes only this audio cable. Its published length is 120 cm. No charging cable included.

BSennheiser MOMENTUM 5 Wireless

Type	Length (m)	Count
USB-C to USB-C cable	1.2	1
3.5 mm to 2.5 mm analog cable	1.2	1

Source1Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/momentum-5-wireless/1779187603497-MOMENTUM-5_Manual_EN.pdfRead 5 October 2026Page 6 one of each named cable, approximate 1.2 m lengths.

Carrying caseiSupplied carrying case or pouch. A retail carton does not count as a carrying case.

Soft29Maker spec sheet (PDF)jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw67d8ecda/pdfs/JBL_Live_780NC_Specsheet_EN.pdfRead 23 October 2026Page 2 explicitly soft carrying pouch.

Hard4Reviewpickyaudio.com/reviews/sennheiser-momentum-5-reviewRead 5 October 2026Build section thinner hard case, not pouch.

Links

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Product page

www.jbl.com/JBLLIVE780NCBLKAM.html30Maker product pagejbl.com/JBLLIVE780NCBLKAM.htmlRead 23 October 2026

us.sennheiser-hearing.com/products/momentum-5-wireless5Maker product pageus.sennheiser-hearing.com/products/momentum-5-wirelessRead 5 October 2026Exact US MOMENTUM 5 Wireless maker store, not True Wireless earbuds.

Spec sheet

www.jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw67d8ecda/pdfs/JBL_Live_780NC_Specsheet_EN.pdf30Maker product pagejbl.com/JBLLIVE780NCBLKAM.htmlRead 23 October 2026

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Manual

support.jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dwb88657e5/pdfs/LS_JBL_Live_780NC_QSG_NAM.pdf30Maker product pagejbl.com/JBLLIVE780NCBLKAM.htmlRead 23 October 2026

cdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/momentum-5-wireless/1779187603497-MOMENTUM-5_Manual_EN.pdf1Owner's manualcdn.sennheiser-hearing.com/product-documents/product-downloads/momentum-5-wireless/1779187603497-MOMENTUM-5_Manual_EN.pdfRead 5 October 2026Complete 47-page maker English manual, version 05/26 A01. Relevant specification, control, battery and maintenance pages rendered/read.

EPREL registration numberiId in the EU energy label database. Each size or model of a series has its own id, so it is per variant.

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Warranty

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Manufacturer warranty (source market)iThe maker's warranty period for the exact SKU or configuration and market named in the source note. It applies only to that stated market, not every regional variant. Statutory consumer rights are excluded. The base term is stored. An extension that needs registration goes in the source note.

1year31Maker product pagesupport.jbl.com/howto/jbl-warranty-information-us/000028546.htmlRead 23 October 2026Default US headphone limited warranty is one year for authorized US purchases and US use. Model warranty card takes precedence. No worldwide warranty claim.

1year5Maker product pageus.sennheiser-hearing.com/products/momentum-5-wirelessRead 5 October 2026US maker store explicit Includes 1-year manufacturer warranty. Regional statutory rights are separate from this manufacturer period.

Both are also in the API. Back to all headsets and headphones.