I've been looking for a simple pair of Bluetooth headphones to suit my needs for a long while. I have Tourette's so I can't wear earbuds because they just fall out when I tick and twitch. I'm Autistic with auditory sensory issues so I can't use just anything. If a video is even a tad out of sync with the audio, or the pitch is too high or low, it greatly upsets me. I also have plates in my left temple so I can't wear big bulky headphones because they apply too much pressure on that spot. I wear glasses, too.
I'm very surprised that I found a pair of headphones that suit my extremely specific needs and were affordable. I've tried many of the "name brands", and paid much more, but with no luck. Either they didn't fit well for me or the audio latency was too high for watching videos. When the listing says that it syncs the audio to the video and brings the latency down to a negligible amount, they weren't kidding!
I was very skeptic when I first put them on after syncing them to my PC (Windows 10) but was immediately excited when I turned on a YouTube video, it was all in sync, and sounded great. I was so excited that I made my spouse put them on so she could see how well they worked.
Tourette's check: they don't move or fall off when I tick. Firm hold but not so firm that they're uncomfortable or press against the plates in my head.
Autism check: fantastically synced audio to video with good sound quality. The highs and lows are in good balance and don't feel like they're overpowering in either direction. Even with my auditory sensitivities, I can use them without feeling sensory overload. They work great for when I'm gaming, too. Nothing worse than audio being slightly out of sync while you're trying to 360 no-scope a 14 year old in CoD as they talk about banging your mom.
I'd say the only drawback would be the earmuff foam. It would be nice if it was a little more cushiony but I already knew what I was getting into when I purchased them. They're not uncomfortable at all but they aren't noise canceling, due to the design, so keep that in mind if that's something you need. They don't claim to be, though, so can't fault them for that.
Still comfortable enough that I can wear them with my glasses just fine. They're very light weight so no neck fatigue over longer periods of time like you'd get with bulky headsets. Perfect for someone like myself who needs to wear something over their ears practically all day. If it's an issue, you could cut out a piece of cloth, from some old pajama pants or something, and put it inside the foam muff to add a little extra padding.
I can't weigh in on the quality of the microphone because I don't use them to talk. Gonna have to take the leap of faith on that one for yourself. The range on them is lovely, though. I can walk around my house without connectivity issues. I can't go too far outside while synced to my PC but that's expected of all Bluetooth devices. That said, I can still go work in my garage and basement without any problems.
No one ever really talks about if a product may be good for people with very specific needs or disabilities. I hope this review helps anyone who may have, or knows someone with, similar issues.
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| Sold By | — | iKF Official Store | USTOZO | 1MORE USA Inc | Koss Stereophones | mifo Direct |
| connectivity tech | Bluetooth | Wireless | — | Wireless, Wired | Wired | Wireless |
| headphones form factor | In Ear | Over Ear | Over Ear | Over Ear | On Ear | On Ear |
| connector type | usb,wireless | wireless | Bluetooth / 3.5mm Jack, 3.5mm Jack | wireless | USB Type C | — |
| headphones jack | USB | Bluetooth connection only | Bluetooth / 3.5 mm | 3.5 mm Jack | 3.5 mm Jack | — |
| cable feature | Without Cable | Without Cable | Without Cable | Without Cable, Retractable | Detachable | Type-C Cable |
| control type | Media Control | Media Control | Media Control | Media Control | Media Control | Media Control |
| material | — | Plastic | Acrylonitrile Butadiene Styrene (ABS) | Plastic | Stainless Steel | — |
From the manufacturer
Creative Sound Blaster Jam Ultra-Light Bluetooth Headset
Creative Sound Blaster Jam Ultra-Light Bluetooth Headset
Ultra-light Wireless Headset for Comfort and Portable Playback
Keep it light and breezy with a new member from the Sound Blaster family. The Sound Blaster JAM is a pair of ultra-light Bluetooth wireless headset that gives you freedom to roam in comfort, no matter how long your playlist is. Untethered and untangled. Freedom can’t get any sweeter when you can play, pause, or personalize your audio experience with bass enhancement - all within one click!
Powered Up for Your Wireless Enjoyment
Let your taste in music be as easygoing as the ultra-light Sound Blaster JAM! Complete with Bluetooth 4.1 and Near Field Communication (NFC) technology, you can pair and play without much fuss. Enjoy the power of freedom and flexibility, without scrimping on the audio quality up to 12 hours* of wireless playback. Who knew you could start your own personal party with a pair of wireless headset?
*Actual battery life will vary with use, settings and environmental conditions.
What's in the Box
- Creative Sound Blaster Jam Ultra-Light Bluetooth Headset
- 1m USB cable
- Quick Start Leaflet
- Warranty Leaflet
Warranty
1-year limited hardware warranty
Comfort Matters
Music gets more enjoyable when you can listen in comfort all day long. Thick foam ear cushions are designed to let you experience the true intentions of your favorite artist. You almost forget you're wearing a headset!
System Requirements
For Windows OS: Intel Core2 Duo or AMD equivalent processor, 2.8 GHz or faster recommended, Microsoft Windows 8.1 64-bit or 32-bit, Windows 8 64-bit or 32-bit, Windows 7 64-bit or 32-bit, Windows Vista 64-bit or 32-bit, 1 GB RAM, 600 MB of free hard disk space, Powered USB 2.0 / USB 3.0 port
For Mac OS: Intel Core2 Duo, 2.8 GHz or faster recommended, Mac OS X 10.7.5 or higher, 1 GB RAM, 600 MB of free hard disk space, Powered USB 2.0 / USB 3.0 port
For iOS device: iPhone / iPad running iOS 5.1.1 or higher for Bluetooth
For Android device: Phone / tablet running Android 2.3 or higher for Bluetooth
Reviews with images
Go CREATIVE !!! Clear, good bass, audio over USB, intuitive tactile controls, customization app
SOLID GREEN LED is for USB Mode. That's right... it also does audio over USB. And there's an app, too.About the Sound Blaster V2 by Creative Labs. It has easy-to-use intuitive controls (for FF, RR, Volume, assistant. and phone calls. Pairs easily and reliably and does multipoint. The physical controls have great tactile & audible feedback (your fingertips find them easily, and the beeps make sense). They're easy to use blindly. It also has a push-button bass enhancement. All that plus it also does audio over USB from your laptop. It's compatible with the major personal assistants. And the phone's clarity with auto-noise cancelation is perfect.Oh... and unlike so many products today, it comes with a comprehensive easy-to-understand set of instructions. .. and there's also an app for customization. All that and they even included the secret to doing a master factory reset .... I mean a lot of companies seem to neglect telling you how to do that.... good move there, Creative. Love ya for that.So here's the specs in brief ....Bluetooth 5.0; (HPF handsfree profile, AVRCP remote control, A2DP wireless stereo, multipoint support)Codecs: SBC; APTX, APTX-HD, APTX-LLPlaytime: up to 22 hrs per charge32 mm Neodymium Driver;Frequency Response 20 - 20,000 HZThey were a little tight when I got them, but I just grabbed it right in the very center of the headband, my thumbs touching, and flexed it out a little bit, and they fit fine now. Just don't do that down near the actual earpieces, you might break something. (Disclaimer: your results may vary... you break 'em ... tough luck.)Gee, I'd almost forgotten that Creative Labs was still going strong, and still making high quality digital audio equipment for low cost. I used to use Creative Labs Sound Blaster DAC when ripping vinyl to disk, and they never ever gave me any trouble and produced first-rate results. I wasted a lot of time looking for a feature packed, low cost on-ear headphone , until I accidentally stumbled upon this one. The minute I saw it was from Creative Labs i knew I had to check it out. Wow. I am glad I did.IMHO the headphone (V2) should be showing up somewhere near the top of the list if you do an Amazon search for "on-ear headphones"... but for some reason it isn't. I am astounded by this lack of visibility for the product. Yet IMHO these seem to be better than some of the ones that popped up right away when I searched. Anyway, I hope they get the traction they deserve because they're a darn good value. I paid $40 and I consider it money well spent.Really... there is absolutely nothing I can complain about on this purchase. For the money, you will be hard pressed to find anything this good. Take a shot.... check them out for yourself... I doubt you'll return them. - Thanks for reading.. The Geezer
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