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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

Crusher1Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/crusher-evo-sensory-bass-headphones-with-personal-soundRead 20 October 2026Maker store lists the headphones in the Crusher Bass range.

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.

S6EVW-N740, S6EVW-N7442Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/crusher-evo-sensory-bass-headphones-with-personal-sound.jsonRead 20 October 2026Store variant SKUs: S6EVW-N740 True Black and S6EVW-N744 Chill Grey.

GTIN / EAN

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810015587249, 8100155872562Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/crusher-evo-sensory-bass-headphones-with-personal-sound.jsonRead 20 October 2026Barcodes from the store variant data for True Black and Chill Grey.

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

3 September 20207Press articlekissrichmond.com/3112889/skullcandy-unveils-its-newest-addition-to-crusher-lineup-the-crusher-evoRead 20 October 2026Reprint of the launch announcement dated September 3, 2020, saying the headphones are available on Skullcandy.com now at 199 USD in True Black and Chill Grey.

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.

Available2Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/crusher-evo-sensory-bass-headphones-with-personal-sound.jsonRead 20 October 2026Maker store lists the product and sells True Black and Chill Grey. SoundGuys calls the model discontinued, but the maker store still sells it on the access date.

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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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.

$199.995Measurementsoundguys.com/skullcandy-crusher-evo-review-39657Read 20 October 2026Review box gives MSRP 199.99 USD. Launch coverage by Hip-Hop Wired and Gearbrain agrees. The current store price of 209.99 USD is not a launch price.8Reviewgearbrain.com/amp/skullcandy-crusher-evo-headphones-review-2647439841Read 20 October 2026Review gives 199.99 USD at the September 2020 launch.

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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€169.996Reviewcomputerbase.de/2020-12/skullcandy-crusher-evo-kopfhoerer-testRead 20 October 2026Review gives a manufacturer recommended price of 169.99 EUR for Germany, including VAT.

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

US, DE6Reviewcomputerbase.de/2020-12/skullcandy-crusher-evo-kopfhoerer-testRead 20 October 2026US from the maker store, DE from the German review price.

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.

True Black, Chill Grey2Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/crusher-evo-sensory-bass-headphones-with-personal-sound.jsonRead 20 October 2026Only the two launch colors are stored. The store also sells Primer, Realtree APX Black/Orange and Bone (S6EVW-T987, S6EVW-T991, S6EVW-S951). The store page says breathable ear cushions and a moisture-fighting coating belong to Active Colors only, so those colorways are not assumed to match the stored ear pad value.

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.

Music1Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/crusher-evo-sensory-bass-headphones-with-personal-soundRead 20 October 2026Maker sells it as a Bluetooth over-ear headphone for music and everyday listening, tagged all-day-listening and style-over-ear in the store. It is not marketed as a gaming headset.

Design

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Form factor

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

Over-ear1Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/crusher-evo-sensory-bass-headphones-with-personal-soundRead 20 October 2026Technical Specifications row: Product Type Bluetooth Over-Ear.

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.

Closed6Reviewcomputerbase.de/2020-12/skullcandy-crusher-evo-kopfhoerer-testRead 20 October 2026Spec table: Bauform geschlossen (closed).

Wearing style

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

Headband1Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/crusher-evo-sensory-bass-headphones-with-personal-soundRead 20 October 2026Over-ear headphones with a headband. The store describes a flat-folding, collapsible design with clamp force fit.

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.

Flat and inward6Reviewcomputerbase.de/2020-12/skullcandy-crusher-evo-kopfhoerer-testRead 20 October 2026Review: ear cups can be rotated, swiveled and folded in, and both can lie flat forward or backward. Maker says flat-folding and collapsible.

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

Yes5Measurementsoundguys.com/skullcandy-crusher-evo-review-39657Read 20 October 2026Ear cups rotate a full 180 degrees.

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

Dynamic6Reviewcomputerbase.de/2020-12/skullcandy-crusher-evo-kopfhoerer-testRead 20 October 2026Spec table: dynamic, 40 mm. A second, loosely suspended driver produces the Sensory Haptic Bass vibration. SoundGuys lists a driver count of 4, which is not stored.

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

40mm1Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/crusher-evo-sensory-bass-headphones-with-personal-soundRead 20 October 2026

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.

Min20 HzMax20 kHz1Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/crusher-evo-sensory-bass-headphones-with-personal-soundRead 20 October 2026Technical Specifications row: 20Hz - 20KHz. No test standard or power state is given.

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.

32Ω1Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/crusher-evo-sensory-bass-headphones-with-personal-soundRead 20 October 2026Technical Specifications row: 32 ohm +/-15%. Power state not stated.

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.

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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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1%1Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/crusher-evo-sensory-bass-headphones-with-personal-soundRead 20 October 2026Published as less than 1 percent at 1 kHz. Test level not stated.

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

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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.

Yes1Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/crusher-evo-sensory-bass-headphones-with-personal-soundRead 20 October 2026Hearing test in the Skullcandy app creates a Personal Sound profile.

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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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.

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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.

Music Mode, Podcast Mode, Movie Mode3Maker product pageskullcandy.ca/blogs/product-help/crusher-evoRead 20 October 2026FAQ names Music Mode (default), Podcast Mode and Movie Mode in the Skullcandy app. The maker comparison chart also lists a Custom EQ, which is not a preset.

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.

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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.

No1Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/crusher-evo-sensory-bass-headphones-with-personal-soundRead 20 October 2026Comparison chart lists Spatial Audio as No. Head tracking belongs only to the Crusher 720 column.

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

No1Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/crusher-evo-sensory-bass-headphones-with-personal-soundRead 20 October 2026Maker comparison chart against the Crusher 720 lists Active Noise Canceling / Stay-Aware as No. The headphones are described as noise-isolating over-ear.

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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

No1Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/crusher-evo-sensory-bass-headphones-with-personal-soundRead 20 October 2026Same comparison chart row (Stay-Aware) is No.

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.

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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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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.

With the bass slider at its minimum the response is fairly flat, with a slight bump over the whole low end and a dip near 1.1 kHz. The bass slider raises the bass strongly.5Measurementsoundguys.com/skullcandy-crusher-evo-review-39657Read 20 October 2026Old SoundGuys test system (before the B&K 5128 fixture). Notes describe the response with the bass slider at minimum. Dip around 1100 Hz is from the review text.

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.

Microphone response has a bump around 100 Hz that adds weight to low voices. Readers rated the sample between okay and good.5Measurementsoundguys.com/skullcandy-crusher-evo-review-39657Read 20 October 2026Non-standardized microphone demo from the old test system. Reader rating from 4761 votes sits between okay and good.

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.

BSkullcandy Crusher Evo

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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.

BSkullcandy Crusher Evo

Connection	ANC	Hours (h)
Bluetooth	No	66.83

Source5Measurementsoundguys.com/skullcandy-crusher-evo-review-39657Read 20 October 2026Looped music at a constant 75 dB SPL over Bluetooth until the headphones died, with the bass slider on its lowest setting. Result 66 hours 50 minutes, stored as 66.83 h. Higher volume or bass lowers it. ComputerBase measured about 68 hours at medium volume and about 50 hours at full bass, but one reviewer is used for this field.

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

75h=CalculatedFrom Measured battery life

66.83h=CalculatedFrom Measured battery life

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-in1Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/crusher-evo-sensory-bass-headphones-with-personal-soundRead 20 October 2026Store page title and call controls name a built-in microphone. No boom is included.

Microphone element

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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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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.

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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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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.

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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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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.

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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.

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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.

Bluetooth, Analog1Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/crusher-evo-sensory-bass-headphones-with-personal-soundRead 20 October 2026Technical Specifications row: Bluetooth 5.0 connection. The box includes a backup AUX cable for wired use.

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.

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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.

3.5 mm5Measurementsoundguys.com/skullcandy-crusher-evo-review-39657Read 20 October 2026Review: the headphones have a 3.5 mm audio input.

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.

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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-C1Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/crusher-evo-sensory-bass-headphones-with-personal-soundRead 20 October 2026The USB-C port on the headphones takes the supplied USB-C charging cable.

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.

No3Maker product pageskullcandy.ca/blogs/product-help/crusher-evoRead 20 October 2026The USB-C port is described only for charging. Audio inputs are Bluetooth and the AUX 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.

Yes5Measurementsoundguys.com/skullcandy-crusher-evo-review-39657Read 20 October 2026Review says you can always plug in a 3.5 mm cable if you cannot go wireless. ComputerBase says the cable works when the battery is empty.

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

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None1Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/crusher-evo-sensory-bass-headphones-with-personal-soundRead 20 October 2026Bluetooth only. The box has no dongle or receiver.

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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10m3Maker product pageskullcandy.ca/blogs/product-help/crusher-evoRead 20 October 2026FAQ: listen 30+ feet (10+ meters) away. Stored as 10 m. Conditions vary with environment.

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

5.01Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/crusher-evo-sensory-bass-headphones-with-personal-soundRead 20 October 2026

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, AAC5Measurementsoundguys.com/skullcandy-crusher-evo-review-39657Read 20 October 2026Review states SBC and AAC only, no aptX or LDAC. ComputerBase agrees.

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

No1Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/crusher-evo-sensory-bass-headphones-with-personal-soundRead 20 October 2026Comparison chart lists Google Fast Pair + Multipoint Pairing as No.5Measurementsoundguys.com/skullcandy-crusher-evo-review-39657Read 20 October 2026Review states no Bluetooth multipoint. Pairing to several devices works but switching needs a manual reconnect.

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.

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Paired devices remembered

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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.

Android, iOS, Nintendo Switch3Maker product pageskullcandy.ca/blogs/product-help/crusher-evoRead 20 October 2026FAQ console answers: Xbox One No, Nintendo Switch Yes, PS4 No. Phones, tablets and computers are covered by the Bluetooth answer. Only Android and iOS are stored because the app and review paths name them. No operating system is named for computers.

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.

BSkullcandy Crusher Evo

Platform	Connection	Microphone works
Android	Bluetooth	Yes
iOS	Bluetooth	Yes
Nintendo Switch	Analog	Not available

Source5Measurementsoundguys.com/skullcandy-crusher-evo-review-39657Read 20 October 2026FAQ: no Bluetooth to consoles, but the AUX cable works in the Switch headphone jack. Android and iOS rows follow the review's phone use. Microphone cells are true for calls and assistant use named by the maker launch article.

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.

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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.

BSkullcandy Crusher Evo

Connection	Hours (h)
Bluetooth	40

Source1Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/crusher-evo-sensory-bass-headphones-with-personal-soundRead 20 October 2026Up to 40 hours of playtime. Maker does not state connection, volume or whether the bass slider was off. The Bluetooth row follows the headphones' main use. Product help page says up to 40+ hours.

Battery life (claimed, max)

80h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

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Battery life with ANC (claimed)

50h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

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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-C1Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/crusher-evo-sensory-bass-headphones-with-personal-soundRead 20 October 2026Box includes a USB-C charging cable.

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.

60min3Maker product pageskullcandy.ca/blogs/product-help/crusher-evoRead 20 October 2026FAQ: 1 hour for the headphones to charge to 100 percent over the USB-C cable. ComputerBase reports a bit over 3 hours in its own test. The maker value is stored.

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

10min1Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/crusher-evo-sensory-bass-headphones-with-personal-soundRead 20 October 2026Rapid Charge: 10 minutes gives 4 hours.

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.

4h1Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/crusher-evo-sensory-bass-headphones-with-personal-soundRead 20 October 2026Rapid Charge: 10 minutes gives 4 hours of playtime. Charger and volume not stated.

Use while charging

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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, Slider8Reviewgearbrain.com/amp/skullcandy-crusher-evo-headphones-review-2647439841Read 20 October 2026Review: left cup has the power button and the haptic bass slider. Right cup has volume/skip buttons and a center play/pause and assistant button. SoundGuys agrees on buttons plus a bass slider.

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.

Buttons8Reviewgearbrain.com/amp/skullcandy-crusher-evo-headphones-review-2647439841Read 20 October 2026Review: top and bottom buttons on the right cup change volume, and long presses skip tracks.

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.

Yes1Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/crusher-evo-sensory-bass-headphones-with-personal-soundRead 20 October 2026Feature list: Skullcandy App for personal sound and button customization.

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.

No1Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/crusher-evo-sensory-bass-headphones-with-personal-soundRead 20 October 2026Comparison chart lists Wear Detection as No.

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.

Google, Siri3Maker product pageskullcandy.ca/blogs/product-help/crusher-evoRead 20 October 2026FAQ: press the middle right button twice to activate your voice assistant. The launch article names the native Google and Siri assistants.7Press articlekissrichmond.com/3112889/skullcandy-unveils-its-newest-addition-to-crusher-lineup-the-crusher-evoRead 20 October 2026Launch article: media controls let users take calls, change tracks, adjust volume and activate native device assistants (Google, Siri, etc).

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.

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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.

Soft rubber and felt5Measurementsoundguys.com/skullcandy-crusher-evo-review-39657Read 20 October 2026Review: headband is a combination of soft rubber and a felt material.

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.

Plastic with a flexible internal metal band6Reviewcomputerbase.de/2020-12/skullcandy-crusher-evo-kopfhoerer-testRead 20 October 2026Review: flexible metal band inside the headband, plastic hinges, mainly plastic body.

Ear cup material

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

Soft-touch plastic5Measurementsoundguys.com/skullcandy-crusher-evo-review-39657Read 20 October 2026Review describes soft-touch plastic construction.

Ear pad material

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

Faux leather6Reviewcomputerbase.de/2020-12/skullcandy-crusher-evo-kopfhoerer-testRead 20 October 2026Review: faux-leather (Kunstleder) ear pads.

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.

Yes6Reviewcomputerbase.de/2020-12/skullcandy-crusher-evo-kopfhoerer-testRead 20 October 2026Review: ear pads are easy to remove and replace.

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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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.

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Software

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Companion app

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

Skullcandy App3Maker product pageskullcandy.ca/blogs/product-help/crusher-evoRead 20 October 2026Product help page says Crusher Evo is supported by the Skullcandy app.

App platforms

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

Android, iOS4Maker product pageskullcandy.com/blogs/product-help/skullcandy-appRead 20 October 2026Maker app help page gives separate Android and iOS Skullcandy App versions and lists Crusher Evo among the Personal Sound products.

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.

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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.

312g(11 oz)1Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/crusher-evo-sensory-bass-headphones-with-personal-soundRead 20 October 2026Technical Specifications row: 312 g. Cable and bag are not stated as included.

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.

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Communication certifications

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FCC ID

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Other certifications

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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

Crusher Evo Wireless Headphones, USB-C Charging Cable, Backup AUX Cable, Satin Drawstring Bag, User Guide1Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/crusher-evo-sensory-bass-headphones-with-personal-soundRead 20 October 2026Box list as published on the US store page.

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.

BSkullcandy Crusher Evo

Type	Count
USB-C charging cable	1
Backup AUX audio cable, 3.5 mm	1

Source6Reviewcomputerbase.de/2020-12/skullcandy-crusher-evo-kopfhoerer-testRead 20 October 2026Review lists a USB-A to USB-C charging cable and a 3.5 mm AUX cable. No cable lengths are published.

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.

Soft1Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/crusher-evo-sensory-bass-headphones-with-personal-soundRead 20 October 2026Box list names a satin drawstring bag. SoundGuys photographs a soft roll-top case from launch.5Measurementsoundguys.com/skullcandy-crusher-evo-review-39657Read 20 October 2026Review describes a soft roll-top carrying case with a buckle.

Links

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Product page

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

www.skullcandy.com/products/crusher-evo-sensory-bass-headphones-with-personal-sound1Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/crusher-evo-sensory-bass-headphones-with-personal-soundRead 20 October 2026

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

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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.

1year1Maker product pageskullcandy.com/products/crusher-evo-sensory-bass-headphones-with-personal-soundRead 20 October 2026US store shows a 1-Year Limited Warranty.

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