Gaming / Headsets and headphones
JBLGaming headset
Quantum 850
Released October 2026.2Press releasenews.jbl.com/en-GB/269556-jbl-quantum-850-competitive-audio-without-compromiseRead 14 October 2026UK release of 2026-08-26: available for 249.99 GBP / 279.99 EUR from 1/10/2026. The EU release says from August 2026. October is stored because the UK on-sale date is the later and firmer one. Last checked 14 October 2026.
- Form factor
- Over-ear
- Audio connections
- Analog, USB, 2.4 GHz, Bluetooth
- Active noise cancelling
- Yes
- Battery life (claimed, max)
- 30h
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General
- GTIN / EAN
- Not available
- Announced
- 26 August 20262Press releasenews.jbl.com/en-GB/269556-jbl-quantum-850-competitive-audio-without-compromiseRead 14 October 2026JBL press release dated 26 August 2026.
- Status
- Available2Press releasenews.jbl.com/en-GB/269556-jbl-quantum-850-competitive-audio-without-compromiseRead 14 October 2026Available from 1/10/2026 per the maker. No retailer listing was found, so this follows the maker date.3Press releasenews.jbl.com/en-CEU/268974-jbl-launches-quantum-850-wireless-gaming-headset-with-spatial-sound-head-tracking-and-adaptive-noise-cancellingRead 14 October 2026Same availability statement.6Reviewspacekings.de/2026/10/09/jbl-quantum-850-test-reviewRead 14 October 2026Review published 2026-10-09 with an RRP of 279.99 EUR.
- Predecessor
- Not available
- Successor
- Not available
- Launch price (US)
- Not available
- Launch price (EU)
- €279.992Press releasenews.jbl.com/en-GB/269556-jbl-quantum-850-competitive-audio-without-compromiseRead 14 October 2026UK release price 279.99 EUR alongside 249.99 GBP. The EU release gives 279.99 EUR. JBL EU prices include VAT.3Press releasenews.jbl.com/en-CEU/268974-jbl-launches-quantum-850-wireless-gaming-headset-with-spatial-sound-head-tracking-and-adaptive-noise-cancellingRead 14 October 2026Available for 279.99 EUR. Central Europe release.8Press articlegadgetbond.com/jbl-quantum-850-gaming-headset-launchRead 14 October 2026Priced at 249.99 GBP / 279.99 EUR.
- Markets
- Not available
- Colours
- Not available
Design
- Form factor
- Over-ear2Press releasenews.jbl.com/en-GB/269556-jbl-quantum-850-competitive-audio-without-compromiseRead 14 October 2026Ear cushions and an ear cup design over the ear. Geektopia calls it circumaural.5Spec databasegeektopia.es/es/product/jbl/quantum-850-wirelessRead 14 October 2026Circumaural is over-ear.
- Ear cup enclosure
- Closed4Press articlehifi.blog/jbl-quantum-850-spatial-precision-without-the-base-stationRead 14 October 2026Not stated. Closed enclosure comes from Geektopia.5Spec databasegeektopia.es/es/product/jbl/quantum-850-wirelessRead 14 October 2026Tipo: circumaurales cerrados, which is closed circumaural.
- Wearing style
- Headband2Press releasenews.jbl.com/en-GB/269556-jbl-quantum-850-competitive-audio-without-compromiseRead 14 October 2026Headband with sliding arm.
- Folding
- Not available
- Swivelling ear cups
- Not available
- RGB lighting
- Not available
- Lighting zones
- Not available
Drivers and sound
- Driver type
- Dynamic1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/13/13811540/Instrukcja-obsalugi-JBL-Quantum-850.pdfRead 14 October 2026Tech spec: Driver size 50 mm Dynamic Driver.
- Driver size
- 50mm1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/13/13811540/Instrukcja-obsalugi-JBL-Quantum-850.pdfRead 14 October 20262Press releasenews.jbl.com/en-GB/269556-jbl-quantum-850-competitive-audio-without-compromiseRead 14 October 202650mm Carbon Dynamic Drivers.
- Drivers per side
- 15Spec databasegeektopia.es/es/product/jbl/quantum-850-wirelessRead 14 October 2026Spacekings is the source for one driver per cup.6Reviewspacekings.de/2026/10/09/jbl-quantum-850-test-reviewRead 14 October 2026Review: two dynamic 50 mm carbon drivers in total, which is one per ear cup.
- Diaphragm material
- Not available
- Magnet
- Not available
- Frequency response (wired or passive)
- Min20 HzMax40 kHz1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/13/13811540/Instrukcja-obsalugi-JBL-Quantum-850.pdfRead 14 October 2026Tech spec: 20 Hz - 40 kHz (USB Audio). Stored as the wired USB range. No other connection range is given.
- Wireless audio transmission band
- Not available
- Impedance (passive when specified)
- 32Ω1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/13/13811540/Instrukcja-obsalugi-JBL-Quantum-850.pdfRead 14 October 2026Tech spec: Impedance 32 ohm.
- Sensitivity (passive when specified)
- 100dB1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/13/13811540/Instrukcja-obsalugi-JBL-Quantum-850.pdfRead 14 October 2026Tech spec: Sensitivity 100 dB SPL @1 kHz / 1 mW. Maximum SPL 95 dB is a separate figure.
- Sensitivity reference
- Per 1 mW1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/13/13811540/Instrukcja-obsalugi-JBL-Quantum-850.pdfRead 14 October 2026The reference is 1 mW as printed.
- THD (claimed)
- Not available
- Max input power
- 30mW1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/13/13811540/Instrukcja-obsalugi-JBL-Quantum-850.pdfRead 14 October 2026Tech spec: Max input power 30 mW.
- Max digital audio sample rate
- Not available
- Max digital audio bit depth
- Not available
- DAC
- Not available
- Personalised sound
- Not available
- Onboard EQ
- Not available
- Custom EQ bands
- Not available
- EQ presets
- Not available
- Volume limit
- Not available
Spatial audio
- Spatial audio support
- JBL Quantum Spatial Sound1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/13/13811540/Instrukcja-obsalugi-JBL-Quantum-850.pdfRead 14 October 2026Page 2 and the calibration microphone page name JBL Quantum Spatial Sound.2Press releasenews.jbl.com/en-GB/269556-jbl-quantum-850-competitive-audio-without-compromiseRead 14 October 2026JBL Quantum Spatial Sound with Head Tracking.
- Spatial audio licence included
- Not available
Noise cancelling
- Active noise cancelling
- Yes1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/13/13811540/Instrukcja-obsalugi-JBL-Quantum-850.pdfRead 14 October 2026Overview item 02: ANC/Ambient Aware On/Off.2Press releasenews.jbl.com/en-GB/269556-jbl-quantum-850-competitive-audio-without-compromiseRead 14 October 2026Hi-Res certified 50mm carbon dynamic drivers with Adaptive Noise Cancelling.
- ANC type
- Not available
- ANC microphones
- Not available
- ANC levels
- Not available
- ANC attenuation (claimed)
- Not available
- Transparency mode
- Yes1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/13/13811540/Instrukcja-obsalugi-JBL-Quantum-850.pdfRead 14 October 2026Overview item 02: ANC/Ambient Aware On/Off.2Press releasenews.jbl.com/en-GB/269556-jbl-quantum-850-competitive-audio-without-compromiseRead 14 October 2026Ambient Aware is named on the ear cup button in the quick start guide. The release does not describe it.
- Adjustable transparency
- Not available
- Conversation detection
- Not available
- Wind noise reduction
- Not available
Measured
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- Frequency response notes
- Not available
- Bass amount
- Not available
- Treble amount
- Not available
- Deviation from target
- Not available
- Consistency between fittings
- Not available
- Harmonic distortion
- Not available
- Sound leakage
- Not available
- Measured noise isolation
- Not available
- Noise isolation (measured, best)
- Not available
- Passive isolation (measured)
- Not available
- Mic quality notes
- Not available
- Mic low-frequency extension
- Not available
- Mic high-frequency extension
- Not available
- Mic speech-to-noise ratio
- Not available
- Measured latency
- Not available
- Bluetooth latency (measured, worst)
- Not available
- 2.4 GHz latency (measured, worst)
- Not available
- Measured battery life
- Not available
- Battery life (measured, max)
- Not available
- Clamping force
- Not available
- Weight (measured)
- Not available
Microphone
- Microphone
- Detachable boom1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/13/13811540/Instrukcja-obsalugi-JBL-Quantum-850.pdfRead 14 October 2026Overview and box: Detachable boom microphone with an audio jack for the boom microphone.2Press releasenews.jbl.com/en-GB/269556-jbl-quantum-850-competitive-audio-without-compromiseRead 14 October 2026New 6mm unidirectional boom microphone. The key features list says 6mm cardioid noise-cancelling boom microphone.
- Microphone element
- Not available
- Microphone pickup pattern
- Cardioid1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/13/13811540/Instrukcja-obsalugi-JBL-Quantum-850.pdfRead 14 October 2026Tech spec: Microphone pickup pattern Cardioid. The maker press release also calls it unidirectional.2Press releasenews.jbl.com/en-GB/269556-jbl-quantum-850-competitive-audio-without-compromiseRead 14 October 2026
- Voice microphones
- Not available
- Total microphones
- Not available
- Mic frequency response
- Min100Max8,000Hz1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/13/13811540/Instrukcja-obsalugi-JBL-Quantum-850.pdfRead 14 October 2026Tech spec: Microphone frequency response 100 Hz - 8 kHz.
- Mic sensitivity
- -44dB1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/13/13811540/Instrukcja-obsalugi-JBL-Quantum-850.pdfRead 14 October 2026Tech spec: -44 dBV/Pa @1 kHz.
- Mic signal-to-noise
- Not available
- Mic sample rate
- Not available
- Flip to mute
- Not available
- Mute indicator
- Not available
- Sidetone
- Not available
- Adjustable sidetone
- Not available
Connectivity
- Audio connections
- Analog, USB, 2.4 GHz, Bluetooth1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/13/13811540/Instrukcja-obsalugi-JBL-Quantum-850.pdfRead 14 October 20262.4 GHz wireless, Bluetooth, USB audio and a USB-C to AUX cable for analog.2Press releasenews.jbl.com/en-GB/269556-jbl-quantum-850-competitive-audio-without-compromiseRead 14 October 2026Dual wireless: 2.4GHz USB-C wireless dongle and Bluetooth 5.3. USB-C and 3.5mm wired connectivity.
- Analog source plugs
- Not available
- Cable connector on headset
- USB-C1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/13/13811540/Instrukcja-obsalugi-JBL-Quantum-850.pdfRead 14 October 2026Both included cables are USB-C cables at the headset. The AUX cable is USB-C to AUX.
- Longest included cable
- Not available
- Headset USB plug or port
- USB-C1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/13/13811540/Instrukcja-obsalugi-JBL-Quantum-850.pdfRead 14 October 2026USB-C port on the headset. Cables are listed as USB-C.
- Audio over USB-C cable
- Yes1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/13/13811540/Instrukcja-obsalugi-JBL-Quantum-850.pdfRead 14 October 2026The guide has a USB AUDIO page with PC, Mac, Nintendo Switch, Mobile and PlayStation.2Press releasenews.jbl.com/en-GB/269556-jbl-quantum-850-competitive-audio-without-compromiseRead 14 October 2026USB-C wired connection with Hi-Res certified audio.
- Passive wired listening
- Not available
- Wireless receiver
- Included1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/13/13811540/Instrukcja-obsalugi-JBL-Quantum-850.pdfRead 14 October 2026Box contents: USB wireless dongle.
- Wireless receiver connector
- USB-C1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/13/13811540/Instrukcja-obsalugi-JBL-Quantum-850.pdfRead 14 October 2026The dongle is a USB-C dongle per the maker press release. A USB-C to USB-A converter is included.2Press releasenews.jbl.com/en-GB/269556-jbl-quantum-850-competitive-audio-without-compromiseRead 14 October 20262.4GHz USB-C wireless dongle.
- Wireless range (claimed)
- Not available
- Bluetooth
- 5.31Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/13/13811540/Instrukcja-obsalugi-JBL-Quantum-850.pdfRead 14 October 2026Tech spec: Bluetooth version V5.3. Profiles A2DP V1.4.1, HFP V1.8, AVRCP V1.6.3. Codecs are not named. Channel News writes Bluetooth 5.2, which the maker does not.2Press releasenews.jbl.com/en-GB/269556-jbl-quantum-850-competitive-audio-without-compromiseRead 14 October 2026Bluetooth 5.3.
- Bluetooth codecs
- Not available
- LE Audio
- Not available
- Auracast
- Not available
- Bluetooth multipoint
- Not available
- Multipoint devices
- Not available
- Paired devices remembered
- Not available
- Mixes 2.4 GHz and Bluetooth audio
- Yes2Press releasenews.jbl.com/en-GB/269556-jbl-quantum-850-competitive-audio-without-compromiseRead 14 October 2026Dual wireless connectivity allows simultaneous connection through the 2.4GHz dongle and Bluetooth 5.3.
- Fast pairing
- Not available
- Base station
- Not available
Latency
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- Low latency mode
- Not available
- Claimed latency
- Not available
Compatibility
- Compatible platforms
- Windows, macOS, PS5, iOS, Android, Nintendo Switch1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/13/13811540/Instrukcja-obsalugi-JBL-Quantum-850.pdfRead 14 October 2026Same pages. Nintendo Switch is the name printed. The press release adds iPadOS and Zoom.2Press releasenews.jbl.com/en-GB/269556-jbl-quantum-850-competitive-audio-without-compromiseRead 14 October 2026Windows PC, macOS, iOS, iPadOS, Android, Playstation and Nintendo, Zoom Certified. Xbox is not listed.9Press articletrustedreviews.com/news/jbl-unveils-quantum-850-and-new-mid-range-headsets-at-gamescomRead 14 October 2026Compatible with iPad OS, PlayStation and Nintendo certified. Xbox certification is only on the 520X.
- Connection per platform
Platform Connection Windows 2.4 GHz Windows USB macOS 2.4 GHz macOS USB PS5 2.4 GHz PS5 USB Nintendo Switch 2.4 GHz Nintendo Switch USB Android 2.4 GHz Android USB iOS 2.4 GHz iOS USB - Official licence
- Not available
Battery and charging
- Battery capacity
- 700mAh1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/13/13811540/Instrukcja-obsalugi-JBL-Quantum-850.pdfRead 14 October 2026Tech spec: Lithium-ion battery (3.7 V / 700 mAh).
- Batteries included
- 11Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/13/13811540/Instrukcja-obsalugi-JBL-Quantum-850.pdfRead 14 October 2026One replaceable battery is in the box.7Press articlehifi.fan/stories/jbl-quantum-850-wireless-gaming-headset-with-50mm-carbon-drivers-releasedRead 14 October 2026The retail package includes the 700mAh battery.
- Claimed battery life
Connection Hours (h) 2.4 GHz 25 Bluetooth 30 Source1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/13/13811540/Instrukcja-obsalugi-JBL-Quantum-850.pdfRead 14 October 2026Tech spec: music play time up to 25 hrs with only 2.4GHz on, up to 30 hrs with only BT on, up to 22 hrs with BT and 2.4GHz both on. The dual wireless row has no matching connection option and is not stored. ANC state for music play is not stated. Talk time with ANC is up to 18 hrs (2.4GHz), 20 hrs (BT) and 17 hrs (both). Talk time is not stored as playback.4Press articlehifi.blog/jbl-quantum-850-spatial-precision-without-the-base-stationRead 14 October 2026Up to 30 hours via Bluetooth and up to 25 hours via 2.4 GHz, same as the quick start guide.- Battery life (claimed, max)
- 30h
- Battery life with ANC (claimed)
- Not available
- Battery life without ANC (claimed)
- Not available
- Full charge time
- 180min1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/13/13811540/Instrukcja-obsalugi-JBL-Quantum-850.pdfRead 14 October 2026Tech spec: Charging time < 3 hrs from empty. Stored as 180 minutes. The real time is under that.4Press articlehifi.blog/jbl-quantum-850-spatial-precision-without-the-base-stationRead 14 October 2026Less than three hours for a complete charge.
- Quick charge time
- 10min1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/13/13811540/Instrukcja-obsalugi-JBL-Quantum-850.pdfRead 14 October 2026Charging diagram: 10 MIN gives 2 H.7Press articlehifi.fan/stories/jbl-quantum-850-wireless-gaming-headset-with-50mm-carbon-drivers-releasedRead 14 October 2026A 10-minute quick charge provides up to two hours of use.
- Quick charge playback
- 2h1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/13/13811540/Instrukcja-obsalugi-JBL-Quantum-850.pdfRead 14 October 2026Same diagram. hifi.blog states ten minutes gives up to two additional hours of playback.4Press articlehifi.blog/jbl-quantum-850-spatial-precision-without-the-base-stationRead 14 October 2026Ten minutes connected gives up to two additional hours.7Press articlehifi.fan/stories/jbl-quantum-850-wireless-gaming-headset-with-50mm-carbon-drivers-releasedRead 14 October 2026Same sentence.
- Use while charging
- Not available
- Charging dock or stand
- None2Press releasenews.jbl.com/en-GB/269556-jbl-quantum-850-competitive-audio-without-compromiseRead 14 October 2026The Quantum 950 features the added Base Station. The 850 has none. TechNetBooks says the 850 has a dock, which the maker release contradicts.4Press articlehifi.blog/jbl-quantum-850-spatial-precision-without-the-base-stationRead 14 October 2026The 850 dispenses with the flagship's separate base station.
Controls
- Volume control
- Not available
- Game and chat mix
- Hardware dial1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/13/13811540/Instrukcja-obsalugi-JBL-Quantum-850.pdfRead 14 October 2026Overview item 11: Game audio-chat balance dial. The platforms it works on are not stated.
- Remappable controls
- Not available
- Wear detection
- Not available
- Voice assistant
- Not available
Comfort and build
- Headband type
- Suspension strap2Press releasenews.jbl.com/en-GB/269556-jbl-quantum-850-competitive-audio-without-compromiseRead 14 October 2026Ultra-light air mesh hammock suspension system.
- Headband material
- Air mesh hammock2Press releasenews.jbl.com/en-GB/269556-jbl-quantum-850-competitive-audio-without-compromiseRead 14 October 2026Air mesh hammock suspension.
- Frame material
- Not available
- Ear cup material
- Not available
- Ear pad material
- Memory foam with synthetic leather (leatherette) cover2Press releasenews.jbl.com/en-GB/269556-jbl-quantum-850-competitive-audio-without-compromiseRead 14 October 2026Soft leatherette ear cushions.4Press articlehifi.blog/jbl-quantum-850-spatial-precision-without-the-base-stationRead 14 October 2026Memory-foam ear cushions with a synthetic-leather covering.6Reviewspacekings.de/2026/10/09/jbl-quantum-850-test-reviewRead 14 October 2026Ear pads are memory foam.
- Replaceable ear pads
- Yes1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/13/13811540/Instrukcja-obsalugi-JBL-Quantum-850.pdfRead 14 October 2026Press release lists ear cushions as replaceable.2Press releasenews.jbl.com/en-GB/269556-jbl-quantum-850-competitive-audio-without-compromiseRead 14 October 2026Ear cushions are replaceable.
- Ear pad attachment
- Not available
- Ear pad opening
- Not available
- Ear tips included
- Not available
- Dust and water rating
- Not available
- User-replaceable parts
- Boom microphone, USB-C cable, Ear cushions, Earcaps, Headband hammock, Battery1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/13/13811540/Instrukcja-obsalugi-JBL-Quantum-850.pdfRead 14 October 2026Overview items: replaceable battery and replaceable headset cap. The full list is from the maker press release.2Press releasenews.jbl.com/en-GB/269556-jbl-quantum-850-competitive-audio-without-compromiseRead 14 October 2026Replaceable system: microphone, USB-C cable, ear cushions, earcaps, hammock and battery pack.
Software
- Companion app
- JBL QuantumENGINE (PC) and JBL Quantum App (mobile)1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/13/13811540/Instrukcja-obsalugi-JBL-Quantum-850.pdfRead 14 October 2026Download JBL QuantumENGINE, or the JBL Quantum App.2Press releasenews.jbl.com/en-GB/269556-jbl-quantum-850-competitive-audio-without-compromiseRead 14 October 2026JBL QuantumENGINE.
- App platforms
- Windows, macOS, Android, iOS1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/13/13811540/Instrukcja-obsalugi-JBL-Quantum-850.pdfRead 14 October 2026The page shows Windows and Apple logos for QuantumENGINE and Google Play and App Store badges for the Quantum App.
- User firmware updates
- Not available
Dimensions and weight
- Headset weight
- 349.7g(12.3 oz)1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/13/13811540/Instrukcja-obsalugi-JBL-Quantum-850.pdfRead 14 October 2026Tech spec: Weight 364.2 g (included talk mic 14.5 g and battery 16.4 g). Stored 349.7 g, which is 364.2 g minus the 14.5 g detachable microphone, battery included. The figure on the maker page is 364.2 g.4Press articlehifi.blog/jbl-quantum-850-spatial-precision-without-the-base-stationRead 14 October 2026364.2 g including its microphone and battery.
- Headset dimensions
- Not available
Certifications
- Hi-Res Audio
- Hi-Res Audio2Press releasenews.jbl.com/en-GB/269556-jbl-quantum-850-competitive-audio-without-compromiseRead 14 October 2026Hi-Res certified. The maker links the certification to wired USB-C and 3.5mm use.
- Communication certifications
- Zoom Certified2Press releasenews.jbl.com/en-GB/269556-jbl-quantum-850-competitive-audio-without-compromiseRead 14 October 2026Zoom Certified.
- FCC ID
- Not available
- Other certifications
- Not available
In the box
- In the box
- JBL Quantum 850 Wireless, USB-C cable, USB-C to AUX cable, USB wireless dongle, USB-C to USB-A converter, Calibration microphone, Detachable boom microphone, Windshield foam for boom microphone, Replaceable battery, Pouch, Quick start guide, Warranty card, Safety sheet1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/13/13811540/Instrukcja-obsalugi-JBL-Quantum-850.pdfRead 14 October 2026What's in the box page.
- Cables included
Type Count USB-C cable 1 USB-C to AUX cable 1
Links
- Product page
- Not available
- Spec sheet
- Not available
- Manual
- www.mediaexpert.pl/products/files/13/13811540/Instrukcja-obsalugi-JBL-Quantum-850.pdf1Owner's manualmediaexpert.pl/products/files/13/13811540/Instrukcja-obsalugi-JBL-Quantum-850.pdfRead 14 October 2026Quick start guide, 40 pages in many languages. The maker site could not be read, so this copy hosted by a retailer is cited.
- EPREL registration number
- Not available
Warranty
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- Manufacturer warranty (source market)
- Not available
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Sources
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- Spec databasegeektopia.es/es/product/jbl/quantum-850-wireless
- Press articlegadgetbond.com/jbl-quantum-850-gaming-headset-launch
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