Excellent Review, I bought these 8 months ago and I was impressed by the sound Quality and all the features it has. Recently I bought the Sony XM4s and Even though the noise cancelling features is way mucho better than the Quantum 800s, I got to Say that I like the sound Quality more in the Quantum 800s. It is amazing what JBL did with these. And I definitely use them more in gaming than the XM4. But is sad how they can get pretty uncomfortable, I use glasses with these, so imagine how annoying the clamping pressure in the ears get after using them for a while.
After watching several reviews i bought myself the JBL 800 yesterday. Personally i have to say these sit very well on the head and dont wobble around at all, our heads dont see so different sizewise. No clue why they fall off so easily here, they are also pretty comfortable. I can agree that they are heavier tho, i dont mind but whatever suits your case. Also this headset has to be set up properly (to be fair i havent tried the jbl thing because i m too lazy to set it up, rather use dts x), only bass etc. but the difference between dts x with ANC on or off is drastic. You need to play around with the settings to find what you like most. It works fine plug and plug wise but setting it up gives you the best version. The guitar noise JSyntax hears seems to come when the headset is out of Line of sight/ further away to the connected device. I never have it when i m infront of the pc or in the same room but if i go 3 rooms further and LOS i also have that "problem". Conclusion: amazing headset but try if it fits you (size/ fit/ ...), maybe buy it in a electronic market where you can try it on or whatever.
They sound good. They aren't too tight. But they are SMALL. The ear cups are way too small and just not comfortable to wear. I'm likely going to have to send them back.
I've spend the day watching reviews, finally thinking my choices will be between this pair and Corsair Virtuoso XT. I don't know about Corsair yet, but this inability to easily swap out ear pads with JBLs is 100% a deal breaker for me. Thank you.
What did you end up getting? I tried the XT’s and didnt think the reported comfort or shallow earcups would be an issue for me but it was and i had to send it back. I got the 800’s from an Amazon warehouse deal, the build quality is certainly not as good as the Corsairs but sound and feature wise I love it. Bluetooth is nice and a high volume as i use it to game on PS5 whilst in Discord over BT via my phone (or xbox app for xbox party chats]
This is prob late, but you can buy replacement pads! There are also alot of 3d party ones under 20 euros per set! I have the quantum 810s and they are awesome
This review convinced me to buy the 800's, and I love them so far, they're actually very comfortable and the versatility is amazing around the house, especially since I work from home.
@Pooria Khosravi Yeah, the noise cancelling isn't perfect for on the move, but it's pretty decent for a headset that does so much, but like the review said, more for around the house.
The ANC cancelling only the highs is perfect for me - that means I won’t be able to hear my wife shrieking for me to come upstairs from my man cave. Also - the Bluetooth feature will be great because I will be able to answer my phone when she gets tired of screaming for me, without removing the headset! P.S. great review - good job!
I've had no issues with comfort using the JBL Quantum 800. I did have the problems with them falling off when assembling my desk, but for the most part they stay on my head okay. I agree with you that some more bluetooth controls (change volume/switch tracks) would have been great. Overall a fantastic headset. I returned my Corsair Virtuoso XT's mainly because they were much less comfortable.
hey man, gorgeous review, really pointed out everything (and I loved the fact you kept the shot when the light went off) anyway - did you keep the headphones or you returned them? if you kept them - are you willing to make a 1 year later video on the drawbacks?
Don't usually comment on TH-cam videos, but I had to say that this review is fantastic. Found it really helpful. Subbed to your channel. Are there any headsets for gaming that you could recommend in a similar price range? No more than £150.
Dam dude, why you gotta dis the RGB like that. Tanks for making me feel like a teenager though, I needed the boost of confidence. Great video all in all, Thanks for the upload!
Great review. Just few observation from mine side. Quantum surround and DTS is really crap. But Stereo + Dolby Atmos is stunning. Try it. Hardware volume controls are cheap and you will easily change the volume as putting the headphones on your head. I would like the possibility to complete disable them. Comfort is subjective, for me it’s pretty comfortable but they are little but to loose and can slip easily. That sound you have mentioned is when you are connected wirelessly to PC and the usb dongle loose connection with headset. So if you are connected to both and listening to BT and you leave the PC area you will get this sound which is quite annoying and this “feature” should be disabled. So yes, there are some flaws but sound is brilliant and best I’ve heard with wireless gaming headsets and this is the most important factor for me.
@@JSyntax Search in google for Dolby Atmos for headphones. You can download it from windows store. There is a free trial for 7 days. Once installed you just need to select Spatial sound and that’s it. It’s pretty straightforward.There are few sample movies in dolby atmos app where you can test it and it’s night and day difference. In games don’t forgot to enable 5.1 or 7.1 surround if Atmos is enabled. It will automatically convert it to 360 virtual surround + apply DSP and the sound is just incredible with these headphones. Give it a try ;)
@@hichristiangoodbye Do you mean in quantum engine? Make sure surround and dts are disabled. Enabe ANC and set EQ in engine to V-shape. Then enable dolby atmos spatial sound in windows and set the volume to 70 - 80%. Then in atmos app enable movie preset and try some of the trailers and prepare for madness :) I’m pretty sure you will never watch any movie with atmos disabled :-D Also CS:GO is incredible with this... Just make sure you have a good seal when ANC is disabled to prevent crackling/clipping.
i bought these a few weeks after release so august 2020, a year ago they started to create preasure after a few minutes of playing in anc mode. So i emailed them if there is a known fix, they told me that i should just send the headphones to them and theyll fix it, got a 100% new Quantum 800 from them and a Code for 20 or 25 % off the next purchase, best Customer-support interaction i have ever had.
have been wearing them for about 2 years now and i love them, microphone quality is great anc is not too much just enough to not hear my pc but still hear my Partner, in csgo i can hear steps with an unmatched accuracy with dts on im just blown away by this quantum 800
I will say i agree with the jack of all trades. Everything is great for the price point. However i. Big complaint is you can not charge and play using usb on 3.5 jack,Bluetooth,dongle. Thestyle is cool and great and as for comfort i have smaller ears seems ok. The sound is very different especially for gaming. What i have noticed whike listening to music and gaming on a pc static or distortion happen at times. All and all not bad if it allowed a charging option i would be ok with it im actually gonna exchange for something else. For anyone reading this whats the best headphones to get for around $200 price point i will mainky use it for gaming
Excellent review and very good points you said. I bought the 810 model today based on reviews like yours. This phone meets our main needs= wired for critical moments, bluetooth for devices like TV to watch movies and music, and the dongle to use in PC/console for general gaming... All of this, including a decent audio quality and a pretty good noise canceling. That is it!
It does that sound because the 2,4 ghz can't reach very far, which makes the computer try to connect to them many times, that's why they make these sounds, while I was using them on my PS4 pro I noticed that when I got very far from it (10-15meters) it would try to connect multiple times via the 2,4ghz dongle , so yea , it's not a deficiency, it's just the range that they have
I have Chat/game Dial on my headset and I love this feature. I play a lot of different games and with this, I don't have to change the volume individually in every game.
Thank you for very deep, real life usage oriented, review. I`m currently looking for such setup (very good sound+BT & Wi-Fi simultaneously to pick up phone calls while gaming , ANC, good soft mic...). It was very helpful to place JBL in top three choices. Now I just have to make my mind...
@@JSyntax I`m still looking, hoping I`d find other options, but can`t really identify anything meeting my particular requirements. I`m considering SteelSeries Arctis Pro Wireless (very expensive but slightly better sound with DAC vs Arctis 9) and Audeze Penrose or Corsair Virtuoso (non SE - better mic). None of them has ANC, Virtuoso has no BT but sound is extremely good and mics sound good. I use Sony 1000XM2 and they sound beautiful when wired but mic is just horrible for gaming. I tried wires with built-in mic but it didn`t even work with my PC.
Well, I bought JBL after all. I don`t think there is currently another option offering similar package. I didn`t find any. And the price is hard to ignore. €159 currently in Belgium. BTW, did you set also disabled ANC when mic was being on? Mine does that. No review I watched, and I watched dozens, mentioned that.
Couple issues with this headset: 1. firmware upgrade still doesn't work. 2. Cannot charge and play simultaneously. When they die you're done using them until you charge them again.
Well choosing a BT hardware with AptX -LL, and AptX-HD will reduce the latency by 10x but good only for Android phone, Windows OS laptop but not really for iPhones and Macs. This model has both 2.4Ghz and BT 5.0 (not sure if its AptX though no mention in the spec sheet) for wireless - or simply get wired using 3.5mm or USB-A to USB-C provided in the box. Well, it's also Hi-Res certified.
Brilliant review, I spent a month checking headset reviews and ratings for the exact same reasons!! I so wished the SteelSeries had ANC. I've had the Quantum 800 for a month, comfort on my small head is perfect 😛 Fantastic review, thank you!
Excellent, the best review I've seen so far 👌🏻... I just got a pair for home Office and they're amazing, quick question, can you disable the auto shut off feature?
Oh I didn't know these came with a wire also, I was gonna get the JBL quantum one cause I thought these were Bluetooth only no wire. For FPS games I rather go wired, for RPG I'll go wireless. These give option for both?
I actually enjoyed the jbl quantum spatial surround audio.. in watching movies, yt, or even music.. it transforms the sounds into an emulated cinema audio like sound.. but not everyone can appreciate it.. also dolby atmos sounded better than dts x 2.0 for me..
Here in Brazil the Quantum 800 is costing about 210 USD. I want to know whether, in your opinion, it worths the cost-benefit, or whether there are other good options in this range. Just to mention, I'm a regular gamer (not professional) and I'm usually making video calls. So It'd be interesting for me to have such a headphone with this specs, not necessarily from JBL. Thanks a lot!
I wanted to love this headset but it came down to the comfort I wore it for like 15 minutes and I ended up having a headache for 3 hours the clamp force was way too much. Nice review btw.
Thanks for the review, i have been scratching my head for the past month trying to decide and this one seems to tick all my boxes. I just ordered the JBL quantum 810 as it enables gaming while charging, unlike the 800
Great review! One comment - the lack of Bluetooth native control is actually a deal winner for me. I don't like it when headset does not have its own volume control, and to play or pause is not exactly important for me (however surely the latter is good to have). With headphone like this that could connect to multiple devices, I would rather it has less possible action towards the host device.
Great review bro. Extremely thorough. Mine came in last night from Amazon. So far I like them. They are a bit heavy tho. This headset checked all the boxes for myself too. Gaming, mainly. Then I want to be able to walk around the house and listen to my phone. I notice my ANC sucks tho. I can hear people around me talking. It still sounds better than when it is off.
Sooooo I used quantum engine to play with the settings. And it said it had to update. And BOOM! Bricked!!! My headset is bricked! Sending it back and getting the Corsair’s or the razers. No Bluetooth oh well.
Hello, thanks for the review, I want to buy these JBL 800, their price is 170 or 190 dollars in my country. I always wanted some JBL and well, in my country they have a great offer of 130 dollars, it motivates me to buy them, seeing many reviews say they are comfortable. They are heavy but the pressure they exert makes up for it. Personally, I like that they press well and that they do not move. I will use them a maximum of 5 hours a day, in stages, after work and when I get home, so I don't think that The earmuffs bothered me, I have the hyperX Alpha S which are similar in terms of weight, so I don't think it's an obstacle for me, what matters most to me about headphones is the Audio and I know that these JBL 800 are superior to many others in the same price range, I can get some LOGITECH, or Razer. Corsair HS800 and these jbl 800 are better, I would like the 810 but in my country they are scarce. So, well, it's all a matter of taste.
I know this video is old but I think it’s pretty standard for most people to have at least 2 or more headsets. A gaming headset should be dedicated for that no matter how good a gaming headset is it’s going to be pretty awful at everything else.
very very great review , i would like to know when connect this headphone via USB dongle and enable spacial sound to "QuantumSURROUND". After that i connect this headphone to phone via blutooth. The spacial sound "QuantumSURROUND" still enable when connect bluetooth or spacial sound will automatic disable (back to normal stereo sound) ???
most gaming headphone headset microphones don't sound very good and I would not recommend it for voice over hour for voice communication for gaming it is more than adequate and will not be a deal-breaker for me
Thanks for such a detailed review. I am looking for a new headset that would fulfil my regular gaming needs, plus something that has ANC. Like an All in one device. I was not sure how did they pack everything into Q800, but surely this is a great product that would establish the blueprint for non-sucky and compatible headphones in the future. Just wanted to know, how do you like the ANC, and comfort. Would you recommend this to someone with big-ears?
Over two years later now, what's your verdict? Have you kept the headset? 🙂 I still use them for hours everyday for work, earpads still look good, and haven't started to crumble yet, they do fall easily so I'm extra careful when I hoover the house with them (ANC on), and I do feel after a while I need to "air my ears" a bit; also great in the winter in the street to keep you warm 😁
Just got these, and they are amazing. However i tried the sidetone (never used such a feature before) and i fell in love with it. but now i'm sad because i noticed the audio quality shifted while using that feature. side tone is where you can hear yourself talk btw. listening to this video for instance makes your voice sound quite thin when sidetone activated. turn it off and the sound gets more full..
see those lights in the background on your video ? exactly how some feel about or why they use RGB . you can shut it off tho if you really dont like it , but it does look cooler and pops more in your video lol
But I use those lights only for video production. If I'm just a solo gamer, I'm not really trying to show off, maybe if I'm streaming to an audience of 5 ppl or more!
@@JSyntax i just got these headphones to test out myself , they are pretty good but my sony and pioneers each have things i like also , i have a whole bunch of "gamer" and newer brand headphones also , for daily use its amazing we dont hear as much about pioneer , jbl and sony in the headphone world cuz they destroy many more expensive brands in real sound quality ... we hear about corsair and turtle beach , beats , bose ... i have all them and they totally lack something in the sound .. muddy is the term you used and i would agree . i did find a good use for the rgb right away tho , when im watching / listening to something i turned it on so my GF could tell i was listening to them and not her lol . i shut the RGB off when i wasnt listening so she knew see could talk at me , cuz the jbl's do a great job of keeping the sound in and she could not tell if i was listening to something or not lol
I used those for quite some time now. The software update is clunky and i had to try 3 times to get it done properly. The battery life is not optimal. 10-12 hour top. Aside from those 2 factors, i love these. They are very comfortable and the sound is great. I do not care about RGB. And you can disable it. Also the noise cancelling is A1. My wife need to scream at me for me to notice her... wich is good point... i guess.
Thanks to your detailed review I bought the Q 800 and it just got delivered. I connected it to my PC but it didn't ask for firmware updates, which makes me wonder if mine was produced not too long ago. I couldn't find any update history online... What's your headset software version?
I love the concept.. but any decent closed back, used for gaming really shouldn't need ANC in your scenario.. if it needs ANC, the build is cheap and shoddy.
Hello, I am hoping someone can help! I am planning on buying these headphones and was wondering if i adjust setting in the PC software, will those setting carry over when using them on the ps5? Thanks in advance !
With my set, I'm not sure whether it's faulty or just how it works. Adjusting the chat/game slider is weird and acts more like a master volume. Lowering the slider towards chat turns down both volume. Please can you confirm whether yours does that too? Also, the power button doesn't seem to function like yours. Flick it on, the slider then goes back to where it was before.
By any chance have you also reviewed the Quantum 600? Because as far as I can tell the only difference those two have is that the 800 has Bluetooth connectivity. But seeing that the mic isn't removable if I ever buy one it would be solely dedicated to my gaming desktop. So if the sound quality is the same maybe the 600, which is cheaper, would be a better buy.
Hi Abdel, I plugged the USB dongle straight on my console and followed the instructions from the leaflet and it worked: 1. On the headset, slide the power switch upwards and hold for more than 5 seconds until the status LED flashes white. 2. On the 2.4G USB wireless dongle, hold CONNECT for more than 5 seconds until the LED flashes white quickly. Both LEDs on the headset and dongle turn solid white after successful connection.
When you walk around the house in these headphones with ANC on and they are connected via dongle to the computer, do you hear this weird dull clunk like sound? like disconnect click sound in both ears as you walk them near computer you connected to. I am having this issue with mine, not sure if its defect or it supposed to happen. Its not a problem when they a connected via 3mm jack.
My priority is purely sound quality, you didn't mention if the sound was better than all 3 headsets. Is that the case or only better than your corsair?
@@JSyntax Well it helps me to understand does people hear me in a proper way and loudness. It might be a psychological thing I guess. I ordered JBL, as its goes with a sidetone and costs reasonable price.
that rgb rant was legit useless you know that you can turn them off righ?.....and yes i want my keyboard to light up not in a rainbow vomet but not in the 3 standard colors like its TV in the 60s with 3 channels on...so rgb is practical CAUSE YOU CAN TURN IT OFF
@@JSyntax yes. i've connected it with the aux cable and tried to charge it at the same time. it always cancel the connection and theres no sound anymore.
I just got a pair of these. All I can say is that they are made for teeny, tiny elf people because they barely fit my head and around my ears. Holy crap are they uncomfortably small.
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Literally the best review i've seen so far. Thx so much
Wow thank you!
@@JSyntax coming from the same corsair void you had, I will second this comment. excellent video, new to the channel and glad to find you.
Excellent Review, I bought these 8 months ago and I was impressed by the sound Quality and all the features it has. Recently I bought the Sony XM4s and Even though the noise cancelling features is way mucho better than the Quantum 800s, I got to Say that I like the sound Quality more in the Quantum 800s. It is amazing what JBL did with these. And I definitely use them more in gaming than the XM4. But is sad how they can get pretty uncomfortable, I use glasses with these, so imagine how annoying the clamping pressure in the ears get after using them for a while.
After watching several reviews i bought myself the JBL 800 yesterday.
Personally i have to say these sit very well on the head and dont wobble around at all, our heads dont see so different sizewise. No clue why they fall off so easily here, they are also pretty comfortable.
I can agree that they are heavier tho, i dont mind but whatever suits your case.
Also this headset has to be set up properly (to be fair i havent tried the jbl thing because i m too lazy to set it up, rather use dts x), only bass etc. but the difference between dts x with ANC on or off is drastic. You need to play around with the settings to find what you like most.
It works fine plug and plug wise but setting it up gives you the best version.
The guitar noise JSyntax hears seems to come when the headset is out of Line of sight/ further away to the connected device. I never have it when i m infront of the pc or in the same room but if i go 3 rooms further and LOS i also have that "problem".
Conclusion: amazing headset but try if it fits you (size/ fit/ ...), maybe buy it in a electronic market where you can try it on or whatever.
I really appreciate your in-depth review of this headphones and you have some very good insights
I have been using these now for a few days and luckily I have small ears, and have no issue with comfort :) amazing cans!
They sound good. They aren't too tight. But they are SMALL. The ear cups are way too small and just not comfortable to wear. I'm likely going to have to send them back.
I've spend the day watching reviews, finally thinking my choices will be between this pair and Corsair Virtuoso XT. I don't know about Corsair yet, but this inability to easily swap out ear pads with JBLs is 100% a deal breaker for me. Thank you.
What did you end up getting? I tried the XT’s and didnt think the reported comfort or shallow earcups would be an issue for me but it was and i had to send it back. I got the 800’s from an Amazon warehouse deal, the build quality is certainly not as good as the Corsairs but sound and feature wise I love it. Bluetooth is nice and a high volume as i use it to game on PS5 whilst in Discord over BT via my phone (or xbox app for xbox party chats]
This is prob late, but you can buy replacement pads! There are also alot of 3d party ones under 20 euros per set! I have the quantum 810s and they are awesome
This review convinced me to buy the 800's, and I love them so far, they're actually very comfortable and the versatility is amazing around the house, especially since I work from home.
I'm so happy to hear
@Pooria Khosravi Yeah, the noise cancelling isn't perfect for on the move, but it's pretty decent for a headset that does so much, but like the review said, more for around the house.
The ANC cancelling only the highs is perfect for me - that means I won’t be able to hear my wife shrieking for me to come upstairs from my man cave. Also - the Bluetooth feature will be great because I will be able to answer my phone when she gets tired of screaming for me, without removing the headset! P.S. great review - good job!
I've had no issues with comfort using the JBL Quantum 800. I did have the problems with them falling off when assembling my desk, but for the most part they stay on my head okay. I agree with you that some more bluetooth controls (change volume/switch tracks) would have been great. Overall a fantastic headset. I returned my Corsair Virtuoso XT's mainly because they were much less comfortable.
hey man, gorgeous review, really pointed out everything (and I loved the fact you kept the shot when the light went off)
anyway - did you keep the headphones or you returned them? if you kept them - are you willing to make a 1 year later video on the drawbacks?
Don't usually comment on TH-cam videos, but I had to say that this review is fantastic. Found it really helpful. Subbed to your channel. Are there any headsets for gaming that you could recommend in a similar price range? No more than £150.
Dam dude, why you gotta dis the RGB like that. Tanks for making me feel like a teenager though, I needed the boost of confidence. Great video all in all, Thanks for the upload!
Lol!
Great review. Just few observation from mine side. Quantum surround and DTS is really crap. But Stereo + Dolby Atmos is stunning. Try it. Hardware volume controls are cheap and you will easily change the volume as putting the headphones on your head. I would like the possibility to complete disable them. Comfort is subjective, for me it’s pretty comfortable but they are little but to loose and can slip easily. That sound you have mentioned is when you are connected wirelessly to PC and the usb dongle loose connection with headset. So if you are connected to both and listening to BT and you leave the PC area you will get this sound which is quite annoying and this “feature” should be disabled. So yes, there are some flaws but sound is brilliant and best I’ve heard with wireless gaming headsets and this is the most important factor for me.
Hey Oh wow! I was walking too far from the pc! I'm not sure how to get Dolby atmos in the stereo mode?
@@JSyntax Search in google for Dolby Atmos for headphones. You can download it from windows store. There is a free trial for 7 days. Once installed you just need to select Spatial sound and that’s it. It’s pretty straightforward.There are few sample movies in dolby atmos app where you can test it and it’s night and day difference. In games don’t forgot to enable 5.1 or 7.1 surround if Atmos is enabled. It will automatically convert it to 360 virtual surround + apply DSP and the sound is just incredible with these headphones. Give it a try ;)
This I will try bro about the equalizer did you change anything in the ening with Atmos activated?
@@hichristiangoodbye Do you mean in quantum engine? Make sure surround and dts are disabled. Enabe ANC and set EQ in engine to V-shape. Then enable dolby atmos spatial sound in windows and set the volume to 70 - 80%. Then in atmos app enable movie preset and try some of the trailers and prepare for madness :) I’m pretty sure you will never watch any movie with atmos disabled :-D Also CS:GO is incredible with this... Just make sure you have a good seal when ANC is disabled to prevent crackling/clipping.
Hey, do your q800 s bass deteriorates after some level ?
i bought these a few weeks after release so august 2020, a year ago they started to create preasure after a few minutes of playing in anc mode.
So i emailed them if there is a known fix, they told me that i should just send the headphones to them and theyll fix it, got a 100% new Quantum 800 from them and a Code for 20 or 25 % off the next purchase, best Customer-support interaction i have ever had.
have been wearing them for about 2 years now and i love them, microphone quality is great anc is not too much just enough to not hear my pc but still hear my Partner, in csgo i can hear steps with an unmatched accuracy with dts on im just blown away by this quantum 800
I will say i agree with the jack of all trades. Everything is great for the price point. However i. Big complaint is you can not charge and play using usb on 3.5 jack,Bluetooth,dongle. Thestyle is cool and great and as for comfort i have smaller ears seems ok. The sound is very different especially for gaming. What i have noticed whike listening to music and gaming on a pc static or distortion happen at times. All and all not bad if it allowed a charging option i would be ok with it im actually gonna exchange for something else. For anyone reading this whats the best headphones to get for around $200 price point i will mainky use it for gaming
Excellent review and very good points you said. I bought the 810 model today based on reviews like yours.
This phone meets our main needs= wired for critical moments, bluetooth for devices like TV to watch movies and music, and the dongle to use in PC/console for general gaming...
All of this, including a decent audio quality and a pretty good noise canceling. That is it!
Not to mention that it seems to be a decent Bass to complete the party, also the RGB effects which gave it some fun when using...
Can we connect it to phone via Bluetooth quantum 800
Man killer review really killed the details on organizing and putting together content.
Right on!
Best review! Pointed out every important detail! Thanks, man!
It does that sound because the 2,4 ghz can't reach very far, which makes the computer try to connect to them many times, that's why they make these sounds, while I was using them on my PS4 pro I noticed that when I got very far from it (10-15meters) it would try to connect multiple times via the 2,4ghz dongle , so yea , it's not a deficiency, it's just the range that they have
I have Chat/game Dial on my headset and I love this feature. I play a lot of different games and with this, I don't have to change the volume individually in every game.
Thank you for very deep, real life usage oriented, review. I`m currently looking for such setup (very good sound+BT & Wi-Fi simultaneously to pick up phone calls while gaming , ANC, good soft mic...). It was very helpful to place JBL in top three choices. Now I just have to make my mind...
You're welcome. What are your other two choices?
@@JSyntax I`m still looking, hoping I`d find other options, but can`t really identify anything meeting my particular requirements. I`m considering SteelSeries Arctis Pro Wireless (very expensive but slightly better sound with DAC vs Arctis 9) and Audeze Penrose or Corsair Virtuoso (non SE - better mic). None of them has ANC, Virtuoso has no BT but sound is extremely good and mics sound good.
I use Sony 1000XM2 and they sound beautiful when wired but mic is just horrible for gaming. I tried wires with built-in mic but it didn`t even work with my PC.
Well, I bought JBL after all. I don`t think there is currently another option offering similar package. I didn`t find any. And the price is hard to ignore. €159 currently in Belgium. BTW, did you set also disabled ANC when mic was being on? Mine does that. No review I watched, and I watched dozens, mentioned that.
Another observation. When jack is in, mic stops working in any wireless mode.
@@77meridiano So are you saying when im connected with jack I can't take a phone call from my phone?
Bro, nice review. You have really put effort into this that so much of info is available. Thanks
Very in Depth review Thankyou for doing this. You my friend are going places
Couple issues with this headset: 1. firmware upgrade still doesn't work. 2. Cannot charge and play simultaneously. When they die you're done using them until you charge them again.
Best review ever. This literally answered every question I had while Amazon didn't. Keep doing what you do!
Thank you! :)
Well choosing a BT hardware with AptX -LL, and AptX-HD will reduce the latency by 10x but good only for Android phone, Windows OS laptop but not really for iPhones and Macs. This model has both 2.4Ghz and BT 5.0 (not sure if its AptX though no mention in the spec sheet) for wireless - or simply get wired using 3.5mm or USB-A to USB-C provided in the box. Well, it's also Hi-Res certified.
Yes! It's awesome!
Brilliant review, I spent a month checking headset reviews and ratings for the exact same reasons!! I so wished the SteelSeries had ANC. I've had the Quantum 800 for a month, comfort on my small head is perfect 😛 Fantastic review, thank you!
Thankyou thank you!
Excellent, the best review I've seen so far 👌🏻... I just got a pair for home Office and they're amazing, quick question, can you disable the auto shut off feature?
if it exist, itll be in their well design software. ty for the comment and sry i cant check atm!
Oh I didn't know these came with a wire also, I was gonna get the JBL quantum one cause I thought these were Bluetooth only no wire. For FPS games I rather go wired, for RPG I'll go wireless. These give option for both?
I actually enjoyed the jbl quantum spatial surround audio.. in watching movies, yt, or even music.. it transforms the sounds into an emulated cinema audio like sound.. but not everyone can appreciate it.. also dolby atmos sounded better than dts x 2.0 for me..
Here in Brazil the Quantum 800 is costing about 210 USD. I want to know whether, in your opinion, it worths the cost-benefit, or whether there are other good options in this range.
Just to mention, I'm a regular gamer (not professional) and I'm usually making video calls. So It'd be interesting for me to have such a headphone with this specs, not necessarily from JBL.
Thanks a lot!
dam really good review man im surprised I found a good review about these like this. definitely earned a sub
Thank you!
I wanted to love this headset but it came down to the comfort I wore it for like 15 minutes and I ended up having a headache for 3 hours the clamp force was way too much. Nice review btw.
Thanks for the review, i have been scratching my head for the past month trying to decide and this one seems to tick all my boxes. I just ordered the JBL quantum 810 as it enables gaming while charging, unlike the 800
Great review!
One comment - the lack of Bluetooth native control is actually a deal winner for me. I don't like it when headset does not have its own volume control, and to play or pause is not exactly important for me (however surely the latter is good to have). With headphone like this that could connect to multiple devices, I would rather it has less possible action towards the host device.
Great review bro. Extremely thorough. Mine came in last night from Amazon. So far I like them. They are a bit heavy tho. This headset checked all the boxes for myself too. Gaming, mainly. Then I want to be able to walk around the house and listen to my phone. I notice my ANC sucks tho. I can hear people around me talking. It still sounds better than when it is off.
Sooooo I used quantum engine to play with the settings. And it said it had to update. And BOOM! Bricked!!! My headset is bricked! Sending it back and getting the Corsair’s or the razers. No Bluetooth oh well.
Hello, thanks for the review, I want to buy these JBL 800, their price is 170 or 190 dollars in my country. I always wanted some JBL and well, in my country they have a great offer of 130 dollars, it motivates me to buy them, seeing many reviews say they are comfortable. They are heavy but the pressure they exert makes up for it. Personally, I like that they press well and that they do not move. I will use them a maximum of 5 hours a day, in stages, after work and when I get home, so I don't think that The earmuffs bothered me, I have the hyperX Alpha S which are similar in terms of weight, so I don't think it's an obstacle for me, what matters most to me about headphones is the Audio and I know that these JBL 800 are superior to many others in the same price range, I can get some LOGITECH, or Razer. Corsair HS800 and these jbl 800 are better, I would like the 810 but in my country they are scarce.
So, well, it's all a matter of taste.
I know this video is old but I think it’s pretty standard for most people to have at least 2 or more headsets. A gaming headset should be dedicated for that no matter how good a gaming headset is it’s going to be pretty awful at everything else.
Wow. Thanks for your review, awesome quality. I'll get one
Right on!
This is by far the best review I have seen on these.
Ty!
Now, i’ll buy! Thanks!!! Awesome video!!
Enjoy!
very very great review , i would like to know when connect this headphone via USB dongle and enable spacial sound to "QuantumSURROUND". After that i connect this headphone to phone via blutooth. The spacial sound "QuantumSURROUND" still enable when connect bluetooth or spacial sound will automatic disable (back to normal stereo sound) ???
Im really disappointed by the mic quality, its a deal breaker for me unfortunately. Good video, thorough and well made.
most gaming headphone headset microphones don't sound very good and I would not recommend it for voice over hour for voice communication for gaming it is more than adequate and will not be a deal-breaker for me
Thanks for such a detailed review. I am looking for a new headset that would fulfil my regular gaming needs, plus something that has ANC. Like an All in one device.
I was not sure how did they pack everything into Q800, but surely this is a great product that would establish the blueprint for non-sucky and compatible headphones in the future.
Just wanted to know, how do you like the ANC, and comfort. Would you recommend this to someone with big-ears?
Anc is good! Comfort is okay. Try it and if u don't like it, retune it!
Over two years later now, what's your verdict? Have you kept the headset? 🙂 I still use them for hours everyday for work, earpads still look good, and haven't started to crumble yet, they do fall easily so I'm extra careful when I hoover the house with them (ANC on), and I do feel after a while I need to "air my ears" a bit; also great in the winter in the street to keep you warm 😁
I had to sell them, they were too tight for me. maybe I got a big head haja
@@JSyntax you’re not the only one with that feedback! No regret, you gave them a shot 🙂
these over the ones?
Awesome review. Too bad the mic isn't detachable though. Was thinking of using this as my all-around bluetooth device too.
It would be nice if it was detachable I agree
Very detailed and nice review. Thank you very much
You are very welcome!
Great video! will the anc feature work on bluetooth ? is it turn on by itself or you must set the anc on first in your pc?
Yes it will
Just got these, and they are amazing. However i tried the sidetone (never used such a feature before) and i fell in love with it. but now i'm sad because i noticed the audio quality shifted while using that feature. side tone is where you can hear yourself talk btw. listening to this video for instance makes your voice sound quite thin when sidetone activated. turn it off and the sound gets more full..
see those lights in the background on your video ? exactly how some feel about or why they use RGB . you can shut it off tho if you really dont like it , but it does look cooler and pops more in your video lol
But I use those lights only for video production. If I'm just a solo gamer, I'm not really trying to show off, maybe if I'm streaming to an audience of 5 ppl or more!
@@JSyntax i just got these headphones to test out myself , they are pretty good but my sony and pioneers each have things i like also , i have a whole bunch of "gamer" and newer brand headphones also , for daily use its amazing we dont hear as much about pioneer , jbl and sony in the headphone world cuz they destroy many more expensive brands in real sound quality ... we hear about corsair and turtle beach , beats , bose ... i have all them and they totally lack something in the sound .. muddy is the term you used and i would agree . i did find a good use for the rgb right away tho , when im watching / listening to something i turned it on so my GF could tell i was listening to them and not her lol . i shut the RGB off when i wasnt listening so she knew see could talk at me , cuz the jbl's do a great job of keeping the sound in and she could not tell if i was listening to something or not lol
I used those for quite some time now. The software update is clunky and i had to try 3 times to get it done properly. The battery life is not optimal. 10-12 hour top. Aside from those 2 factors, i love these. They are very comfortable and the sound is great. I do not care about RGB. And you can disable it. Also the noise cancelling is A1. My wife need to scream at me for me to notice her... wich is good point... i guess.
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May I ask what are the other headphones with dual connectivity aside from jbl q800 and steel series arctis9?
Thanks for the review! What type of camera do you record your videos on?
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Panasonic g85!
Thanks to your detailed review I bought the Q 800 and it just got delivered. I connected it to my PC but it didn't ask for firmware updates, which makes me wonder if mine was produced not too long ago. I couldn't find any update history online... What's your headset software version?
Great to hear! I'll check when I am home!
I love the concept.. but any decent closed back, used for gaming really shouldn't need ANC in your scenario.. if it needs ANC, the build is cheap and shoddy.
Why didnt you go with the arctic pro wireless? Was it the price?
Yes and I wanted ANC
Hello, I am hoping someone can help! I am planning on buying these headphones and was wondering if i adjust setting in the PC software, will those setting carry over when using them on the ps5? Thanks in advance !
With my set, I'm not sure whether it's faulty or just how it works. Adjusting the chat/game slider is weird and acts more like a master volume. Lowering the slider towards chat turns down both volume. Please can you confirm whether yours does that too? Also, the power button doesn't seem to function like yours. Flick it on, the slider then goes back to where it was before.
I need to know if these work on the PlayStation 5 (Bluetooth) Great review btw!!
I removed the ear pad.
Can I remove the headband?
Great video! Can you use it in bluetooth only mode?
Yes you can!
@@JSyntax How? Is there a way to disable the 2.4GHz connection, when you only want to use the bluetooth?
By any chance have you also reviewed the Quantum 600? Because as far as I can tell the only difference those two have is that the 800 has Bluetooth connectivity. But seeing that the mic isn't removable if I ever buy one it would be solely dedicated to my gaming desktop. So if the sound quality is the same maybe the 600, which is cheaper, would be a better buy.
Sorry I don't have the 600. I don't think you'll get active noise cancellation with the lower models
YOU ONLY HAVE 11K. YOU DESERVE TO BLOW UP😍😍😍😍
seems like a better choice than quantumsphere 360 and less expensive.. nice review btw
ty!
Do I need to set it up on the pc software before using it for the game console or it’s got a default setting for consoles ??
Hi Abdel, I plugged the USB dongle straight on my console and followed the instructions from the leaflet and it worked:
1. On the headset, slide the power switch upwards and hold for more than 5 seconds
until the status LED flashes white.
2. On the 2.4G USB wireless dongle, hold CONNECT for more than 5 seconds until
the LED flashes white quickly.
Both LEDs on the headset and dongle turn solid white after successful
connection.
@@alexinou thanks man
Thank you! Will the lights still work while connected to your phone via bluetooth?
Yes I don't see why the lights wouldn't work
Can you kindly test it just for a minute if thats ok? I appreciate it ♥️
Game chat and Voice chat is a VERY important feature.
I'm too old for dat!
Microphone picks up a lot of noise does someone have a way to fix it. please and thank you.
there's this one comment who said it works on xbox one/series wirelessly if you used the dongle.. can you confirm please?
Really accurate intro btw!
Really nice rest of the video too xd subbed 100%
Well done for the video. One of the best reviews ever.
Thank you for your comment
Would you please do a review on the Audeze Penrose headset.
If I can get a prepare that would be great
now I'm not sure if I want to buy these I need a wireless pair I had a pair of the new gen astro a50's and the sound has a short in the wire
When you walk around the house in these headphones with ANC on and they are connected via dongle to the computer, do you hear this weird dull clunk like sound? like disconnect click sound in both ears as you walk them near computer you connected to. I am having this issue with mine, not sure if its defect or it supposed to happen. Its not a problem when they a connected via 3mm jack.
yes, i had that issue! it was minor tho
I bought them just for the noise cancelling. My parent's constantly play their TV and it's against my wall. So hopefully these do tbe trick
Hey. Great how do they isolate the sound to others? My girlfriend dont want to listen to what i am playing.
Top class review 👍👍
Thank you
My priority is purely sound quality, you didn't mention if the sound was better than all 3 headsets. Is that the case or only better than your corsair?
yes it is indeed better than the corsairs
@@JSyntax thanks for your response, just to make extra sure, you felt that the bose were still better with sound quality?
For me a sidetone feature is must. Does jbl have this, and how it works?
Yes but why is it important? I never used it
@@JSyntax Well it helps me to understand does people hear me in a proper way and loudness. It might be a psychological thing I guess. I ordered JBL, as its goes with a sidetone and costs reasonable price.
nice iwas going to buy this after this video u save my life
Did u buy?
No sir
Cuz u said its not like a home theater... and its suck haha.. im locking for that can use gaming and music
how it works with ps5?
does it loud enough?
He is the best in review
I very much appreciate this kind comment it really appreciate motivates me
I dont know if I buy these one or the Sony Pulse 3D to use in my Ps5.. What is your opnion?
I can't compare sorry
Hey Im just wondering how do these compare to HyperX Cloud II. I can buy JBL 600 in uk very cheap. £100 cheaper than JBL 800.
I can't compare! Sorry. But I'm sure they're both going to sound good
Super Video!
20:00 you cannot use it while charging?
Well .. then gg, thats it for this HS.
Depends on your motherboard power output
Thanks @JSyntax
Tchatmix is operate for ps4?
Can't confirm as I don't have ps4
100% best review
this headset is treating me like shit, i just got them, and they keep making high pitched button noises and its triggering me
Latest firmware updates made the headset's quality shoot up 🔥
Sayyu what?!
@@JSyntax yeahh, update yours :)
my prof said my voice became clearer after the update so yeah
@@ImInTheMaking will do thanks for the tip!
why u dont have sony 1000mx3? bluetooth+wired
Too expensive
Xm3’s don’t have low latency for gaming in wireless mode.
that rgb rant was legit useless you know that you can turn them off righ?.....and yes i want my keyboard to light up not in a rainbow vomet but not in the 3 standard colors like its TV in the 60s with 3 channels on...so rgb is practical CAUSE YOU CAN TURN IT OFF
Does it play very loud?
IT can if u want
My Quantum 800 sounds miles better with ANC on. No idea why but without ANC it sounds really muddy and "low res"
Damn didn't hear the difference
can they be used while charging?
Passively yes. Otherwise no
@@JSyntax hi. How did you get it work passively ( with the 3.5mm cable ) while loading ? It doesn’t work with my quantum 800.
@@dennisp573 it worked with the included aux cable. are you charging it as well?
@@JSyntax yes. i've connected it with the aux cable and tried to charge it at the same time. it always cancel the connection and theres no sound anymore.
Does this do Wireless connection on xbox
you get a USB dongle, it works on anything with USB .you can use Bluetooth too but you have some latency to deal with. hope this helps..
@@sammarqus6990 had to send it back the battery blew out in the first five minutes anyway they are sending me a new one
I live for RGB lol.
It works for ps 4?
Most likely!
Nicely done. A little rushed imo, but I especially like how you cover the details most other reviewers neglect to mention. 👍
I just got a pair of these. All I can say is that they are made for teeny, tiny elf people because they barely fit my head and around my ears. Holy crap are they uncomfortably small.
Did u return?
@@JSyntax I've only had them for a day so far. I still don't know if I'm returning them or not.