JBL J33
Price: Rs 2,490
It is hard to miss the flat noodle type cord on the JBL J33. In fact, that is the thing that first captured our attention with this "premium" in-ear headphone. It is rare to find such wires on any device. But we thought they look better and are easier to manage, somehow. The earbuds sort of further this design principle and are hence square-shaped and a bit deep that usual. The tips are silicone and very comfortable even are long hours. There are no volume controls anywhere, though there is a largish joint for the cable in between.
The sound quality is very clear and loud, maybe a bit too much so. JBL has put in a lot of premium components into the earphones to ensure that the sound quality is true. So you have 9.2mm nickel plated drivers that give you a bass quality that is not usually found in in-ear devices. The bass is real booming and heavy, the sort that makes you enjoy the baritone of Tiziano Ferro. The 3.5mm jack is also gold plated to ensure the perfect connection. The wide 10Hz - 24kHz frequency response range means you will be able to enjoy most types of music with this earphone.
But we guess people who love a lot of bass in their music will like this earphone more than those who are inclined towards sharper sounds. Overall, this is a good earphone for daily use. At this price, we would have liked it to have volume controls too. There is a J33i version with handsfree abilities and remote for Apple devices. Both devices come with a carrying case.
BAG IT OR JUNK IT?
Good choice for those who love bass
