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JBL Tune Buds vs soundcore Liberty 4 NC
Product A: JBL
59 of 166 known
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Product B: soundcore
81 of 166 known
Change soundcore Liberty 4 NC
68 of 157 fields differ
- 31 different values
- 37 known for one only
- 17 the same
- 72 missing for both
Biggest differences
Each bar uses the scale of all 138 earbuds.
- Playback per charge with ANC (claimed)A: 10hB: 8hJBL is 2 h higher.
- Battery lifeA: 12hB: 10hJBL is 2 h higher.
Weight
0 to 80 g
Weight per bud
A5.4g
B5.2g
All 166 fields
Every value links to where we found it.


General
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Series
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Model numbers
JBLTBUDSBLKAM4Reviewsoundguys.com/jbl-tune-buds-review-113398Read 10 October 2026Review header lists model number JBLTBUDSBLKAM.
A3947, A3947Z111Maker product pagesoundcore.com/products/liberty-4-nc-a3947z11Read 8 October 2026Current maker US product URL identifies sales SKU A3947Z11 for Velvet Black. A3947 is the original QSG hardware model. These identifiers are distinguished rather than presenting the sales SKU as a separate regulatory hardware model.4Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000012512/en_US/000012512.pdfRead 8 October 2026Original official Quick Start Guide explicitly prints Model A3947 and document 51005003876 V2. A3947Z11 is the US Velvet Black sales SKU, distinct from the hardware identifier. The service index also lists an A3947C guide, without proving a different hardware specification.
GTIN / EAN
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Announced
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Status
Predecessor
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Successor
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Launch price (US)
Launch price (EU)
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Markets
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Colours
Black, Blue, White, Purple4Reviewsoundguys.com/jbl-tune-buds-review-113398Read 10 October 2026Blue, White, Black and Purple colorways.
Velvet Black, Clear White, Navy Blue, Pastel Pink, Light Blue1Maker product pagesoundcore.com/products/liberty-4-nc-a3947z11Read 8 October 2026Five directly listed colour choices. Only the US Velvet Black reference row is represented.
Design
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Form factor
Bud shape
Use one bud alone
Either bud1Maker spec sheet (PDF)id.jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw44c744a4/pdfs/JBL_Tune_BUDS_%20Specsheet_EN.pdfRead 10 October 2026BT 5.3 streams synchronized audio independently to each earbud so you can use either or both.4Reviewsoundguys.com/jbl-tune-buds-review-113398Read 10 October 2026Mono listening is supported, so one earbud can stay in the case.
RGB lighting
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Drivers and sound
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Drivers per bud
AJBL Tune Buds
| Type | Diameter (mm) | Count per earbud |
|---|---|---|
| Dynamic | 10 | 1 |
Bsoundcore Liberty 4 NC
| Type | Diameter (mm) |
|---|---|
| Dynamic | 11 |
Source3Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000012513/en_US/000012513.pdfRead 8 October 2026SPECS explicitly identifies an 11 mm dynamic driver unit. A separately stated physical transducer count was not found, so no count is inferred from a single listed row.8Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000019752/en_US/000019752.pdfRead 8 October 2026
Driver type
Driver size
10mm
11mm
Drivers per bud
1
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Diaphragm material
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Frequency response
Min20 HzMax40 kHz3Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000012513/en_US/000012513.pdfRead 8 October 2026SPECS publishes acoustic 20 Hz to 40 kHz response. Measurement tolerance, codec and test level are not stated. This is separate from codec transmission sample rate.8Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000019752/en_US/000019752.pdfRead 8 October 2026
Impedance
Sensitivity
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Sensitivity reference
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Max sample rate
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Max bit depth
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Adaptive EQ
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Personalised sound
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Onboard EQ
Yes2Maker product pagejblstore.co.id/en/product/jbl-tune-budsRead 10 October 20264Reviewsoundguys.com/jbl-tune-buds-review-113398Read 10 October 2026The app offers EQ presets and a custom equalizer.
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EQ presets
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Volume limit
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Spatial audio
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Spatial audio
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Head tracking
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Noise cancelling
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Active noise cancelling
ANC microphones in both earbuds
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Adaptive ANC
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Transparency mode
Yes1Maker spec sheet (PDF)id.jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw44c744a4/pdfs/JBL_Tune_BUDS_%20Specsheet_EN.pdfRead 10 October 20262Maker product pagejblstore.co.id/en/product/jbl-tune-budsRead 10 October 2026Ambient Aware lets you tune into your surroundings and TalkThru lets you chat without removing the earbuds.
Adjustable transparency
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Automatic ANC and transparency blend
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Conversation detection
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Measured
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Frequency response notes (measured)
SoundGuys finds sub-bass below 100 Hz boosted by up to 7 dB over its target. The upper bass and low mids are under-emphasized by a couple of decibels, with a boost in the upper mids around 5 kHz. ANC on or off does not change the response.3Measurementsoundguys.com/jbl-tune-buds-review-113398Read 10 October 2026Written objective assessment. Measured against the SoundGuys Headphone Preference Curve with firmware 4.9.0.
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Bass amount (measured)
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Treble amount (measured)
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Deviation from target (measured)
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Consistency between fittings (measured)
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Harmonic distortion (measured)
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Sound leakage (measured)
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Noise isolation (measured)
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Noise isolation, best (measured)
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Passive isolation (measured)
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Call quality notes (measured)
SoundGuys lab demonstrations: decent microphone quality, and the listener should hear your words fine.3Measurementsoundguys.com/jbl-tune-buds-review-113398Read 10 October 2026Lab microphone demonstrations. The reviewer calls the quality decent.
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Mic low-frequency extension (measured)
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Mic high-frequency extension (measured)
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Mic speech-to-noise ratio (measured)
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Latency (measured)
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Bluetooth latency, worst (measured)
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2.4 GHz latency, worst (measured)
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Latency in game mode (measured)
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Battery life (measured)
AJBL Tune Buds
| Hours (h) |
|---|
| 11.15 |
Longest tested use per charge
11.15h
9.88h
Battery life with case (measured)
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Full charge time (measured)
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Weight per bud (measured)
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Microphones and calls
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Voice microphones in both earbuds
41Maker spec sheet (PDF)id.jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw44c744a4/pdfs/JBL_Tune_BUDS_%20Specsheet_EN.pdfRead 10 October 20264-Mic technology for calls, stereo. SoundGuys states each earbud has two microphones.4Reviewsoundguys.com/jbl-tune-buds-review-113398Read 10 October 2026Each earbud has two microphones for phone calls.
All microphones in both earbuds
Bone conduction voice sensor
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Mic noise reduction
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Call audio bandwidth
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Mic mute control
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Connectivity
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Chip
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Connections
Bluetooth
Bluetooth codecs
Bluetooth profiles
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LE Audio
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Auracast
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Multipoint
Multipoint devices
Multipoint with LDAC
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Paired devices remembered
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Automatic switching between own devices
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Fast pairing
Google Fast Pair, Microsoft Swift Pair7Owner's manualsupport.jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw1b3a2292/pdfs/JBL_Tune%20Buds%20Ghost_QSG_Multilingual.pdfRead 10 October 2026The guide shows the Android account pop-up (Android 6.0+) and Microsoft Swift Pair (Windows 10 v1803+).
Audio sharing
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Wireless range (claimed)
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10m3Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000012513/en_US/000012513.pdfRead 8 October 2026Published Bluetooth range 10 m / 33 ft. The direct metric claim is used, without converting the rounded feet value.8Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000019752/en_US/000019752.pdfRead 8 October 2026
Wireless receiver
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Receiver connector
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Simultaneous 2.4 GHz and Bluetooth audio
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Latency
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Low latency mode
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Claimed latency
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Lowest claimed latency
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Compatibility
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Platforms
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Connection per platform
AJBL Tune Buds
Not availableBsoundcore Liberty 4 NC
| Platform | Connection | Microphone works |
|---|---|---|
| Windows | Bluetooth | Yes |
| macOS | Bluetooth | Yes |
Features that need a specific device
AJBL Tune Buds
Not availableBsoundcore Liberty 4 NC
| Feature | Needs |
|---|---|
| LDAC playback | Compatible Android 8.0 or later source. Enable Preferred Audio Quality in the soundcore app and install the required earbud firmware update. LDAC disables multipoint. |
| Full app features | Maker recommends soundcore app 3.2.7 or later and current earbud firmware. The companion app is not available for computers. |
| Computer calls | On Windows, select Liberty 4 NC Hands-Free for microphone and speaker in the call app. The maker Mac computer guidance instead says to select Liberty 4 NC for input and output. Stereo playback and hands-free calls use different Bluetooth audio modes. |
Source1Maker product pagesoundcore.com/products/liberty-4-nc-a3947z11Read 8 October 2026Current maker FAQ states Android 8.0 minimum for LDAC, a firmware update to enable it, and mutually exclusive LDAC and multipoint. App 3.2.7 and later is the maker recommendation for full features, without asserting that this is the latest app version. Windows conferencing guidance specifically names the Hands-Free endpoint. The separate Mac computer guidance names Liberty 4 NC without that suffix. The visible requirement preserves both platform scopes.8Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000019752/en_US/000019752.pdfRead 8 October 2026LDAC section explicitly requires Android 8.0 or later and excludes two-device connection while LDAC is enabled. Additional regulatory and security sections are not treated as proof that old reviewed firmware is current.
Official licence
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Battery and charging
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Battery per bud
53mAh3Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000012513/en_US/000012513.pdfRead 8 October 2026SPECS explicitly states 53 mAh x 2 earbuds, so 53 mAh per bud. Typical versus rated capacity and nominal cell voltage are not labelled.8Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000019752/en_US/000019752.pdfRead 8 October 2026Current official service-index A3947C English guide has the same complete core table: 53 mAh x 2 earbuds, 800 mAh case, 11 mm dynamic, 20 Hz to 40 kHz, 10 ohms, Bluetooth 5.3 and 10 m. This corroborates the published hardware facts without proving universal performance equivalence between revisions.
User-replaceable earbud battery
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Claimed battery life
AJBL Tune Buds
| Mode | Includes case recharges | Hours (h) |
|---|---|---|
| ANC off | No | 12 |
| ANC off | Yes | 48 |
| ANC on | No | 10 |
| ANC on | Yes | 40 |
| Call | No | 6 |
| Call | No | 6.6 |
Bsoundcore Liberty 4 NC
| Mode | Codec | Includes case recharges | Hours (h) |
|---|---|---|---|
| ANC off | Not available | No | 10 |
| ANC off | Not available | Yes | 50 |
| ANC on | Not available | No | 8 |
| ANC on | Not available | Yes | 40 |
| Transparency | Not available | No | 8 |
| Transparency | Not available | Yes | 40 |
| ANC off | LDAC | No | 6 |
| ANC off | LDAC | Yes | 30 |
| ANC on | LDAC | No | 5 |
| ANC on | LDAC | Yes | 25 |
| Call | Not available | No | 4.5 |
Longest claimed use per charge
12h
10h
Playback per charge with ANC (claimed)
10h
8h
Playback per charge without ANC (claimed)
12h
10h
Total with case (claimed)
48h
50h
Total with case and ANC (claimed)
40h
40h
Talk time (claimed)
6.6h
4.5h
Full charge time, buds
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Charging guidance
The spec sheet lists a charging time of 2 hours from empty and does not say whether this is the earbuds, the case or both.1Maker spec sheet (PDF)id.jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw44c744a4/pdfs/JBL_Tune_BUDS_%20Specsheet_EN.pdfRead 10 October 2026
The maker estimates about 1.5 hours for a full earbud charge in the case, about 3 hours for the case by cable, or 3.5 hours for the case wirelessly. Ten minutes of charging is claimed to provide four hours of earbud playback. The manual lists a 5 V / 0.8 A input. Use a certified USB-C charging cable and fully dry the buds and charging port first. ANC, LDAC, calls and volume affect runtime. LDAC and multipoint cannot be used together.2Maker product pagesoundcore.com/products/liberty-4-nc-a3947z11Read 8 October 2026Component-specific full-charge times come from the current maker FAQ. The original manual table only says up to 3 hours without component scope, so that generic table alone does not establish earbud-only timing. Input 5 V / 0.8 A is literal. No accepted charging watts are derived. Current A3947C guide separately lists a compatible Anker A2337 30 W adapter, which is not a bundled adapter or device input rating.
Quick charge time
Earbud playback after quick charge
4h1Maker product pagesoundcore.com/products/liberty-4-nc-a3947z11Read 8 October 2026Maker states 10 minutes for 4 hours. Public RTINGS Office paragraph explicitly describes a ten-minute charge in the case yielding four hours of playback. ANC, codec and volume for this quick-charge claim are not stated, so they remain unknown.9Reviewrtings.com/headphones/reviews/anker/soundcore-liberty-4-nc-truly-wirelessRead 8 October 2026Public Office paragraph explicitly describes four hours of playback after ten minutes of charging in the case. The numerical battery/latency/isolation tables are members-only and were not accessed or bypassed.
Charging case
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Case battery
800mAh3Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000012513/en_US/000012513.pdfRead 8 October 2026SPECS explicitly identifies 800 mAh charging-case capacity. No output capacity or energy conversion is substituted.8Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000019752/en_US/000019752.pdfRead 8 October 2026
User-replaceable case battery
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Case charging port
Case full charge time
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Wireless charging
Wireless standards
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Wireless charging power
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Speaker in case
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Screen on case
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Case works as audio transmitter
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Controls
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Controls
Earbud volume control
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Gestures
Left single tap: ambient sound control, Left double tap: TalkThru on or off, answer or end call, Left tap and hold: voice assistant, reject call, mute microphone, Right single tap: play or pause, Right double tap: next track, answer or end call, Right triple tap: previous track, Right tap and hold: voice assistant, reject call, mute microphone4Reviewsoundguys.com/jbl-tune-buds-review-113398Read 10 October 2026Default controls table. Every combination can be customized in the JBL Headphones app.
Single tap: play/pause, Double tap right: next track, Double tap left: previous track, Double tap: answer call, Hold 2 seconds: end/reject call or switch ANC/transparency3Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000012513/en_US/000012513.pdfRead 8 October 2026Original manual defaults differ slightly from the SoundGuys firmware 03.82 table. Manufacturer defaults are retained. App assignments remain customizable.
Remappable controls
Voice assistant
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Sensors and health
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In-ear detection
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Sensors
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Heart rate sensor
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Skin temperature sensing
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Hearing aid feature
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Medical clearances
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Hearing protection
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Health features
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Fit and durability
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Ear tips included
Ear tip materials
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Stabilisers
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Ear tip fit test
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Dust and water rating, buds
Dust and water rating, case
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Water resistance depth
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Software
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Companion app
App platforms
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User firmware updates
Finding network
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Precision finding
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Live translation
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Dimensions and weight
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Weight per bud
Bud dimensions
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Case weight
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Case dimensions
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Certifications
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Hi-Res Audio
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Hi-Res Audio Wireless1Maker product pagesoundcore.com/products/liberty-4-nc-a3947z11Read 8 October 2026
Communication certifications
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FCC IDs
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Other certifications
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In the box
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In the box
JBL Tune Buds earbuds, Charging case, USB Type-C charging cable, Ear tips in 3 sizes, Warranty and warning sheet, Quick Start Guide and safety sheet1Maker spec sheet (PDF)id.jbl.com/on/demandware.static/-/Sites-masterCatalog_Harman/default/dw44c744a4/pdfs/JBL_Tune_BUDS_%20Specsheet_EN.pdfRead 10 October 2026
Left and right earbuds, Charging case, Four pairs of silicone ear tips, USB-A to USB-C charging cable, Quick Start Guide, Important Safety Instructions7Retailer pagecrutchfield.com/p_318A3947Z1/Anker-Soundcore-Liberty-4-NC.htmlRead 8 October 2026Exact US Velvet Black retailer public indexed box list was captured October 8, 2026. Full ordinary web open later showed only the footer and local requests returned an access challenge. No bypass attempted. Four tip pairs include one installed pair. Charging adapter and optional soundcore Care are not listed.
Cables included
AJBL Tune Buds
| Type | Count |
|---|---|
| USB-C charging cable | 1 |
Bsoundcore Liberty 4 NC
| Type | Count |
|---|---|
| USB-A to USB-C | 1 |
Links
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Product page
Spec sheet
Manual
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salesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000012513/en_US/000012513.pdf3Owner's manualsalesforce-knowledge-download.s3.us-west-2.amazonaws.com/000012513/en_US/000012513.pdfRead 8 October 2026Original A3947 User Manual linked by the current official service index. Its English APP, WEARING, CONTROLS, LDAC, WEARING DETECTION and SPECS sections were read. The separately listed newer A3947C guide has the same core specification table, but no universal hardware-revision equivalence is asserted.
EPREL registration number
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Warranty
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Manufacturer warranty (source market)
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