The JBL Tune 660NC Wireless are on-ear Bluetooth headphones. They have an active noise cancelling (ANC) feature to help block out ambient sound and support multi-device pairing, so you can stay connected with two devices simultaneously. You can also use them wired with the included audio cable. However, they don't have a companion app and lack sound customization features.
Our Verdict
The JB Tune 660NC are good for neutral sound. They deliver sound consistently and have a slightly v-shaped sound profile, adding a bit of extra rumble, punch, and brightness. Sibilant sounds like cymbals are slightly piercing and harsh, though. Their soundstage doesn't seem very open or spacious, which is typical for closed-back headphones. Unfortunately, they also lack any sound customization features.
- Convenient onboard controls.
- Good frequency response consistency.
- No sound customization features.
The JBL Tune 660NC are fair for commuting and traveling. They have an ANC feature, but it does a poor job of isolating you from noise, especially bass-range sounds like rumbling bus and plane engines. Their roughly 42-hour battery life will be long enough for long trips, though, and they have easy-to-use controls. Unfortunately, they don't have the most comfortable fit and don't come with a carrying case or pouch.
- Very good battery performance.
- Convenient onboard controls.
- Disappointing ANC performance.
- No carrying case or pouch included.
The JBL Tune 660NC are okay for sports and fitness. Like a lot of on-ear headphones, they aren't very portable. They also do a poor job of staying in place when you move around, so they aren't very well-suited for more intense workouts. On the plus side, they won't make your ears feel too hot and have easy-to-use controls on one ear cup, so you can adjust your music's volume or skip a song without taking out your phone.
- Convenient onboard controls.
- Good breathability.
- Mediocre build quality.
- No IP rating for water resistance.
The JBL Tune 660NC are alright for office use. Their ANC feature does a sub-par job of blocking background noise, and they aren't the most comfortable. However, they have a long continuous battery life of roughly 42 hours and don't leak very much audio, so you can listen to your music at fairly high volumes without bothering people nearby. You can pair them with multiple devices simultaneously, so you can easily switch between listening to audio on your phone and computer.
- Support multi-device pairing.
- Don't leak too much sound.
- Disappointing ANC performance.
- May not be comfortable for long sessions.
The JBL Tune 660NC are Bluetooth headphones you can't use wirelessly with PlayStation or Xbox consoles. They're compatible with Bluetooth-enabled PCs, but their latency is likely too high to be suitable for wireless gaming.
The JBL Tune 660 are decent for wired gaming. You can plug them into a PlayStation or Xbox controller with the included 1/8" TRS cable to receive audio, but you can't use the integrated microphone. Their sound profile helps emphasize sound effects in action-packed games, but unfortunately, they aren't very comfortable, so they may not be ideal for long gaming sessions.
- 1/8" TRS cable included.
- May not be comfortable for long sessions.
The JBL Tune 660NC are alright for making phone calls. The integrated mic makes your voice sound thin, but it's still clear and easy to understand. They support multi-device pairing and have easy-to-use buttons on one earcup that allow you to answer, end, and decline calls without pulling out your phone. Unfortunately, the ANC system doesn't block out very much ambient sound, and the mic struggles to separate your voice from background noise, so these headphones aren't ideal for taking calls in a loud environment like a subway station.
- Convenient onboard controls.
- Decent mic recording quality.
- Disappointing ANC performance.
- Mic has mediocre noise handling.
Changelog
- Updated May 24, 2024: We've added a comparison between these headphones and the JBL Live 670NC Wireless in Noise Isolation - Full Range.
- Updated Aug 11, 2023: Made minor edits to the text to bring it up to date.
- Updated Aug 08, 2023: We've retested their imaging performance because of an error that resulted in '0' frequency mismatch between drivers. The score of that test has changed. This resulted in slight changes to the sound profile and the scores of the rest of the sound-related tests.
- Updated Nov 01, 2021: Converted to Test Bench 1.5.
Check Price
Differences Between Sizes And Variants
The JBL Tune 660NC Wireless headphones come in a few different colors: 'Black,' 'White', 'Blue', and 'Pink'. We tested the 'Black' variant but expect our results to be valid for the others too. You can see the label for the unit we tested here.
If you come across another variant or your headphones are different, please let us know in the forums so we can update our review.
Popular Headphones Comparisons
The JBL Tune 660NC are Bluetooth on-ear headphones similar to the JBL Tune 510BT Wireless headphones but with an added ANC feature. Unfortunately, it does a sub-par job of isolating you from noise compared with other ANC on-ear headphones, like the Beats Solo Pro Wireless and the JBL Live 460NC Wireless.
If you're looking for other options, check out our lists of the best on-ear headphones, the best noise cancelling headphones, and the best wireless Bluetooth headphones.
The JBL Live 460NC Wireless are slightly better on-ear headphones than the JBL Tune 660NC Wireless. The Live 460NC are more comfortable and feel better-built. They have a better performing active noise cancelling (ANC) feature and are compatible with the JBL Headphones app, which allows you to adjust their sound profile using their parametric EQ and presets. However, the Tune 660NC have longer continuous battery life.
The JBL Tune 660NC Wireless and Sony WH-CH520 Wireless are on-ear Bluetooth headphones. Of the two, only the JBL have active noise cancelling (ANC), which isn't impressive, but it reduces ambient chatter and traffic noise more effectively than the Sony. They also fold down smaller with more comprehensive controls. Their sound is much more bass-heavy without an app to adjust the EQ. The battery life of the Sony headphones lasts longer. Their sound profile is more balanced with an app for EQ and virtual surround sound. Unfortunately, their passive-only noise isolation only suppresses high-pitched sounds like shrill brakes. However, their headband is better padded and more comfortable to wear.
The JBL Tune 660NC Wireless and the JBL Live 670NC are both on-ear headphones, though the Tune have a retail price that's a little over half that of the Live. Despite their lower price tag, the Tune are superior in a surprising number of aspects: they have a more balanced sound profile with a prominent bass that's not as bloated and overwhelming as the Live's. They also have a better mic recording quality and better mic noise handling. That said, the Live have a slightly better performing ANC system and a much longer continuous battery life at 88 hours. They're also better built and more comfortable to wear during extended listening sessions.
The JBL Tune 660NC Wireless are better than the JBL Tune 510BT for most purposes. They have longer continuous battery life and leak less audio. They also have an ANC feature that blocks out much more ambient noise than the 510BT can passively, but their noise isolation performance is sub-par overall. On the other hand, the 510BT deliver sound more consistently.
Our How We Test Headphones article takes you behind the scenes in our lab. You'll learn how we choose and purchase products and dive into the details of our review philosophy, from testing and scoring to writing and editing.
You can also discover how we produce recommendations like this one so that you can find the best headphones (or earbuds!) for your needs.
Test Results
for pictures & test results
for pictures & test results
for pictures & test results
for pictures & test results
