JBL and Harman Kardon: Music Never Sounded Better...

We have been featuring JBL and Harman products for many years because they are beautifully designed manufactured, sound fantastic, and are priced reasonably. They keep on going, and going, and going, and never let you down. HARMAN (harman.com) designs and engineers connected products and solutions for automakers, consumers, and enterprises worldwide, including connected car systems, audio and visual products, enterprise automation solutions; and connected services. With leading brands including AKG, Harman Kardon, Infinity, JBL, Lexicon, Mark Levinson and Revel, HARMAN is admired by audiophiles, musicians and the entertainment venues where they perform around the world. More than 25 million automobiles on the road today are equipped with HARMAN audio and connected car systems. The Company’s software services power billions of mobile devices and systems that are connected, integrated and secure across all platforms, from work and home to car and mobile.

We love their entire lineup, but especially the following products.

Soundgear. 
You can actually wear your headset around your neck now with great comfort and sound. This
innovative hands-free and ear-free wireless sound solution provides immersive audio around the neck for an intimate sound experience. JBL Soundgear offers a new way of experiencing personal sound. JBL Soundgear is designed to be worn around the neck for a hands-free and ear-free intimate sound experience.

No matter the activity, users can create their own personal sound zone without the closed-off feeling of a headphone. Whether doing house or office work, engaging in virtual reality or watching a movie from a tablet, JBL Soundgear empowers users to create their very own listening environment while staying connected to their surroundings.

Soundgear pairs JBL’s Signature Sound with an innovative, wearable design, giving users more freedom to transform daily activities. Built for comfort and versatility, the lightweight wearable features a sleek, ergonomic shape that leans gently on a user’s shoulders. The rubber anti-slip treatment ensures the device stays put when moving around, and soft-touch fabrics provide long-lasting comfort.

JBL Soundgear is wireless and connects seamlessly through Bluetooth to smartphones and tablets. Users can enjoy mobile virtual reality headsets, such as the Samsung Gear VR and Google Daydream View, using the wearable sound device to create a powerful audio experience revolutionizing mobile gaming and entertainment. Additionally, the wearable sound device ensures users are always connected, packing up to 6-hours of playtime before having to recharge.

The device is also built with a versatile, dual-microphone conferencing system with echo and noise cancelling technology to ensure sound clarity for crystal clear conversations. The echo cancelling mic also allows users to take phone calls without the worry of sound quality or interruption.

“Audio is such an important aspect of life and the JBL Soundgear is a new way for consumers to experience sound without feeling closed-off from their surroundings,” said Michael Mauser, president, Lifestyle Audio Division, HARMAN. “Whether playing the hottest new mobile virtual reality games, watching a movie or taking a conference call, the Soundgear provides users with a pervasive sound experience in total freedom and comfort. It’s a totally new way of experiencing sound, by wearing it.”


JBL LINK Series.
Immersive JBL sound is now available with the Google Assistant. Experience JBL voice-activated speakers with the Google Assistant, combining intelligence with high-definition JBL Sound. Available in three models, the LINK 10, LINK 20, and LINK 300 give consumers rich, full-range sound and instant access to their favorite music through voice control.

JBL LINK is a hands free voice-activated speaker series with the Google Assistant built-in. Users can stream music, ask questions, manage everyday tasks, and easily control smart devices around the home -- simply by using voice commands. By saying “Ok, Google,” the device can help perform tasks like playing a favorite song, finding delicious recipes for dinner parties, or even checking traffic before leaving the house.

Merging JBL’s signature sound and Google’s voice assistant technology, JBL LINK speakers bring together a powerful listening experience and a conversational voice assistant. The LINK speakers feature high-definition music streaming with Chromecast built-in, providing an elevated music experience, best-in class sound quality and endless entertainment from the most popular music and entertainment apps, all through a simple voice command.

“We are thrilled to pair JBL’s incredible legacy of award winning sound with our growing line-up of voice-controlled speakers,” said Michael Mauser, President of the Lifestyle Audio Division at HARMAN. “JBL LINK is a first-class wireless smart speaker that allows consumers to entertain and enjoy world class sound in a sleek package.”

LINK 10 and LINK 20 speakers are designed to be highly portable with 5 and 10 hours of battery life respectively, and the IPX7 waterproof design gives LINK even more versatility for enjoyment outdoors. LINK 300 delivers more powerful sound. Multiple speakers can be easily linked together for a big, bold multi-room listening experience—within reach of any home Wi-Fi network.

JBL Reflect Fit.
We love this product. The JBL Reflect Fit elevates workouts with new sport heart rate tracking headphones. JBL sport headphones are perfect for an active lifestyle. Whether you’re training for a marathon or working out at the gym, the headphones have a perfect mix of style and performance so you can move with ease. JBL brings you the sound of motivation!

These Bluetooth-enabled, behind-the-neck sport headphone provide heart rate updates and best-in-class ergonomics. The wireless sport headphone packs in premium features to give fitness enthusiasts the best sweat session during every workout. Engineered with heart rate monitoring capabilities, athletes can simply touch a button to hear voice updates of their heart rate and access real-time data to get the most out of every warm-up, pull-up or run. The in-ear heart rate tracker is strategically located in the earbud, eliminating the need for an additional device while working out.


JBL Reflect Fit designed with IPX-5 sweat proof material is compatible with the most popular fitness apps so athletes can access all of their workout stats in one place. In addition, it’s highly reflective cables mean athletes can feel safer working out in low light settings.

The sport headphone packs up to 10 hours of audio playback before having to recharge. To ensure athletes are always in touch with their mobile phones, the headphone includes a built-in microphone for crystal-clear calls and a vibration alert within the neckband to make users aware of incoming calls in the gym or on-the-go.


UA Sport Wireless Train Headphones.
These training-proof wireless headphones feature UA SuperVent fabric ear cushions and JBL TalkThru technology.

UA Sport Wireless Train headphones are equipped with premium design features ideal for gym-goers. Under Armour’s proprietary UA SuperVent fabric technology helps to keep athletes cool and dry to eliminate overheating and excessive sweating. The vented, anti-slip compression headband provides additional heat management and secure fit so it comfortably stays in place. Built for rugged durability and sweat resistance, all materials and finishes withstand intense workouts. To ensure protection in gym bags, the headphones come with a durable, sport carrying case that also features UA SuperVent fabric.


UA Sport Wireless Train’s revolutionary TalkThru technology enables athletes to easily have in-person conversations without having to remove their headphones. At the touch of a button, music seamlessly fades out while three JBL microphones heighten the surrounding conversation. Athletes won’t lose focus while getting a quick cue, form tip, or just saying hello to friends. One more touch of the TalkThru button restores playback and keeps any gym-goer focused.

UA Sport Wireless Train includes a Speed Charge Battery, which users can charge for an hour of workout time in just five minutes, and play for up to 16 hours when fully charged. Additionally, the headphone is tuned with JBL Charged Sound, a sport-optimised, acoustic research-based sound signature custom developed by JBL for Under Armour headphones.