Why I’m finally making the switch to these JBL headphones

It was time to ditch the wired earbuds, finally.
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Can I admit something a little embarrassing? I know it’s 2024, but I’ve somehow stayed stuck in 2014 with my wired earbuds. They’re not horrible—they do the job just fine, but this past year, I’ve made the decision to upgrade my audio gear to wireless headphones.

The ones on the market now are pretty snazzy. Take the AirPods Max, for example. They come in a bunch of cute colors and do offer incredible sound, but I’m not a fan of the weight. So when I heard about these JBL headphones that have a wireless design, nearly 60 hours of listening time, and, most importantly, ultra-comfortable and lightweight wear, I was sold. Especially since they were only $36.99 (reg. $49)!

The reason behind the price: open-box

I’m not going to lie—the features of these headphones might’ve sold me, but so did the price. Headphones go anywhere from $100 to $500+, so the fact that these are less than $40 is pretty attractive.

I was skeptical that these were also an extra 25% off, but it turns out it’s just because these headphones are open-box. It’s like if someone returned it to the store after they’ve opened the original packaging. Essentially, they’re new, but since they’ve had customer contact, I get the benefit of an incredible discount.

Why I liked these JBL headphones so much

I could go on and on about why these JBL headphones have been an incredible upgrade—The Strokes and Tame Impala sound so much better than they did before, thanks to JBL’s signature Pure Bass sound, but I’ll keep it short and sweet. Aside from the incredible price point, here’s why:

  • They offer up to 57 hours of playback time before needing a recharge. Just two hours of powering up with the included Type C USB cable gives them enough energy to help me rock out.
  • Their wireless design is so convenient! I was able to take walks, work out, and clean around my house without constantly having a wire getting in the way.
  • Comfort is king, and these JBL headphones are designed with a padded headband and ultra-soft ear cushions to make all-day wear possible.
  • Their truly customizable sound is game-changing. I was able to personalize my music through the JBL Headphones app.

Are you ready to upgrade to wireless listening?

Order your JBL wireless headphones while they’re available at the unbeatable price of $36.99 with free shipping. Act while supplies last since open-box devices are limited in inventory!

JBL Tune 520BT On-Ear Wireless Headphones (Open Box)

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