Seems like a decent deal and well rated online (4.5 stars rated by Tom’s Guide)
Couldn’t find any stock near me and have tried other postcodes as well. Could be an online only item
Enjoy!
AKG N9 Hybrid Noise Cancelling Over-Ear Headphones $199 (Was $499) + Delivery @ JB Hi-Fi
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Adaptive Noise cancelling is a superior technology to active. It's active noise cancellation that scales to the environment. This particular implementation allows you to select the amount of background noise that it allows through, so you can choose to block out all noise or stay aware of your surroundings as you wish.
This is a BETTER type of noise cancellation, not worse.
Got it. Wasn't aware of that. I always thought adaptive was inferior - IGNORE my comment
Passive is the bad ones opposite of active….
@McMaferMur: disagree. Technically if passive NC done right it is has no down side. Active NC produces white noise. All these headphones NC are a combination of passive and active. One alone wouldn't be a good idea.
Every leading noise cancelling headset on the market has offered this for years.
They're active, they just auto adjust to your environment
Thanks BG, much appreciated.
Can you turn off noise cancelling?
Yes, by default the button toggles between anc and ambient aware but you can go into the app and allow the button to also turn it off completely
Thank you. Can you turn it off by default? Or you need the app each time?
explanatory video here - https://youtu.be/VvIqrjuBXmA - turn on subs
seems to be that adaptive NC is on by default and has to be turned off each time which can be a PITA
that said, really good at suppressing wind noiseANC needs to be turned off every time but you can do it with a button press, don't need the app once you set it up
I don't own this pair, but potentially lower latency and better range would be the benefits compared to BT.
Less compression too, bluetooth they have no control over what the compression is like, their own dongle they can control it.
Value added, it's good for gaming
There are some earbuds with dongles too
Plugs into switch or steamdecks and windows handhelds
2.4ghz dongle provides lower latency and higher bitrate. It's not just optimal, but arguably essential, for PCs when it comes to video consumption and gaming.
Actually a very underrated feature I'd really like on my bt headphones
For higher-quality audio, for reduced latency, or for use with devices that do not have BT (I still use a laptop that does not have BT).
Also, BT can have issues in a high-noise environment. I do not like using BT for headphones connected to my PC because every time I would pick up my iPad or mobile phone, the headphones would switch over to that device.
Also so you don't have to pair the headphones with every device you want to use them with, you just plug in the dongle instead, and you're good to go
it says supports bluetooth. so connects just like any other bluetooth headphones.
the USB-C dongle is a useful optional bonus. it stores in the headphones for convenience when you need low latency connection.
I'm going to grab a pair later today. Also, these headphones look pretty good.
Spec sheets and the user manual seem to be pretty vague about BT codec support, but it seems to support LDAC (and SBC of course) at the least. A shame there's no AptX Adaptive and presumably no LC3 either, but hopefully the dongle option is good enough in quality and latency.
LDAC for Bluetooth, dongle provides LC3Plus.
I also got a pair in the last Amazon sale. Use the dongle for my work computer and PS5 and then bluetooth with my Phone. Works great. Noise cancelling is ok. Very good value at this price point.
For work, are you using these for video calls, Teams/Zoom etc? If so, how do these headphones go for that? I reckon this is what will help me justify the purchase haha.
@bdo207
Someone gave his review on the very first comment here. Did you end up buying this? I need for office too, that only pickup my only voice during call.
Nothing wrong with my Bose qc35 ii but I couldn't resist this deal. Thanks.
I could resist. The trick was having no money.
The one party trick that works every time
You made my day
ended up cancelling the order — replacement earpads are kinda hit & miss for this model. And the Bose have been very good.
Got a pair to replace my worn out beats studio 3s! How would the noise cancellation compare like for a flight?
some reviews: https://youtu.be/5Me7_b3L8u4 (mostly good, possible weird things with firmware, needs eq'ing to bring down sibilance, "passable ANC")
not a full test but whatshifi - https://www.whathifi.com/reviews/hands-on-akg-n9-hybrid-wire… - (has spatial audio, 100 hours battery without ANC)general praise for multiple connectivity plus mic quality, especially with dongle, great sound quality
so so ANC - good for low frequencies
criticisms were in comparison with bose 700 and sony 5 as initially priced at that level
amazon - https://amzn.asia/d/fOomoZI - very good for gaming, issues with dropoutshead-fi thread here - https://www.head-fi.org/threads/akg-n9-hybrid.974456/
First review from Head-Fi thread has the perfect EQ (also shown here).
Not noticed any distortion issues but the measurements were taken at something like 90 dB, and there's been a firmware update since.
Found another review here:
https://www.stuff.tv/review/akg-n9-hybrid-review/Great sounding over-ears with a clever hidden dongle that’s almost perfect for frequent flyers. The AKG N9 Hybrid won’t be your first choice if you largely listen through a single device, though.
Pros
High-grade audio and noise cancelling
Built-in USB-C dongle fantastic for travel
Phenomenal battery lifeCons
Not quite an ANC class leader
Overly sensitive wear detection with long reconnect delay
Some codecs lock you out of advanced audio features
I hate to say this as I grew up reading their magazine which I treat as a bible for the many hifi systems I built, but I now take WhatHifi with a grain of salt - they seem to find something good to say about everything and very little bad. Almost everything they test earns a "Recommended" at some point. Probably don't want to upset any of the companies that supply them with free goods for assessment and other perks.
Yeah WhatHifi is an absolute waste of time.
WhatHifi with a grain of salt - they seem to find something good to say about everything and very little bad.
someone once told me online they are basically pay to post/review. e.g. they only review products they got paid for, which is why everything is mostly positive.
and also apparently not that unusual in the HiFi community.
Any useful integrations with Samsung mobile? Given that akg is owned by them
Thanks! Bought the white one for the missus and black for me. Seems that for this price they should be great.
Been looking for a new pair of ANC headphones, cheers!
So tempted. But can’t justify when my Sony 1000x just won’t die
Same here. Still rocking my XM3 for gaming
I was thinking the same thing
Thanks OP. Another pair of headphones..lol
Still the Dyson zones didn't quite replace my qc35 ii (which only "retired" due to being left on the train)Haven’t bought headphones since Prime Day. Had to scratch the itch. Thanks OP.
AKG N9 Noise cancelling
Sounds like a Russian weapon famous in Goldeneye 64
Does the dongle work on an iPhone?
With a USB-C port? Should do. Just be mindful it may not sit correctly in the port if your case is particularly raised around the port.
These will still sound great with AAC due to the driver tech involved.
Yep they switch seamlessly between BT and the dongle on my 16pro.
29 days after i bought the Momentum 4 and had second thoughts when I read about these.
Haven't opened the M4s yet, could still return them tomorrow - but can I try these first?EDIT:
"Sorry, there is no stock within 200km of your store."
Well I guess that answers my question.PS: I already have three pairs of BT headphones from the past year (including Audio-Technica) and one pair of wireless (although now 15 years old and used for watching telly) so I don't really want both the M4s and these.
Grabbed these purely for the 2.4ghz dongle. Came from the Momentum 4's. I was worried it could be a downgrade for sound quality, but if anything they sound better. Hard enough to tell that I figure it doesn't matter. One thing I do actually notice is the build quality. Feels a lot nicer with the metal headband. Ear pads feel nicer too…? Though that could just be the couple years of use the Momentum 4s had.
Thanks for the info Khoo017. I'm going to have a real dilema this afternoon (I had been planning on sitting back and testing my M4s).
I have a bit of hearing loss, particularly in vocal areas, which has been the problem with my ATs as they are tuned warm, so sound a bit muffled and adding volume makes them a bit boomy to me - but everythig else about them is really great (battery life, connectivity, comfort, build quality and noise cancelling (which is the least of my concerns)). Well, except their looks, but at least that means no-one is going to mugging me for them!
I have tested M4s in-store, and they sound pretty good (work better for me than the ATs) but I still struggle with some parts of music and vocals - I tried out the new app but still couldn't bring those parts out enough - the five band graphic EQ has a max boost of +6dB (yes, I know that's doubles the SPL but I guess my loss at those frequencies is greater).
Sorry, I'm just typing out my ongoing thought process.I still struggle with some parts of music and vocals - I tried out the new app but still couldn't bring those parts out enough - the five band graphic EQ has a max boost of +6dB
did you try lowering the other areas beside the middle frequencies all the way down? if you can then you can get +12dB in the middle. it's what I do with EQ that doesn't have enough room, just lower the rest so the boosted area is even higher. then usually it sounds a bit quieter so just turn up the volume until reached desired level.
@n3ck3ntry8bort0rgasm: That's good advice, and is exactly what I do with the car stereo - I've always preferred to EQ downwards rather than up anyway.
Oddly,I don't think I tried that when I was testing in-store.
Compared to Momentum 3s, the 4s are a downgrade already. not in sound quality, but in build and materials.
Ah well its not a Power Bank, so have a reason to buy :) thanks OP
Does anyone know how they go with gaming on a PS5 & XSX?
Does the 3D work well and how is the mic?
Comparing against say SteelSeries Nova 5X
Also can you get replacement ear and head parts for when the synthetic leather starts to fall apart?
I bought it in the last Amazon sale and have been using it with the ps5. Just plug in the dongle and off I go. Its been super good.
Thanks for the reply
Have you had any other headsets on the PS5 you can compare them to?@Twisty: Unfortunately I don't have another headset to compare. I was using an old 3.5mm one which was having lots of issues when I was speaking.
This headphone solved that issue and is way more comfy.
Sorry couldn't be of more help
grab one thanks op
Thanks OP, I grabbed a set today! Much appreciated!
This or an xm4 Sony?
It’s mostly for listening whilst commuting and gym
You will be better served by earbuds if you intend to use them while at the gym. While headphones are usable, the added bulk might get uncomfortable quickly. The extra sweat around your ears could potentially damage them in the long run.
If you care more about ANC, Sony's offering would serve you really well. If battery life and physical controls matter you more, the AKG has the Sony one beat.Thanks, I have a pair of AirPod pro buds, will hold out for pro 2 cheap. Might consider either for listening on the train.
The sweat is the only annoying component. I prefer headphones over earbuds when at the gym 100%.
I've bought these and accepted i may damage them in the long run lol.
Thanks OP. Bought a white pair.
Thanks OP. Grabbed a white pair. It has been awhile since I have invested in NC headphones. Liked the different connectivity options, which included wired.
Nice. Got it for the dongle. Great for low latency. Can't trust BT in a double brick house.
Also, I'm curious how you stumbled upon this price!
It was part of the JB newsletter :)
Nice. I need to go through those more often…lol
I think I unsubscribed and can't re-subscribe.
fyi I get all their spam and didn't even notice this deal. 😂
I have the bose qc but when using in the office for MS Teams meeting people complaining that my headset picks up voices from people around me…. so devastated….
Yea. Gotta try AirPods they are better.
So sad they told me to mute myself during meeting… and spent $300 for the bose….
Same issue here - always told to mute when I had the Bose. Ended up getting the old school JBL telemarketer headphones from the company to do calls.
Thank you OP! Bought the white pair
ordered - grabbed a discounted gift card from Cash Rewards to cover the total amount including shipping. $6.15 cash back via cash rewards on the Gift Card.
Thanks OP.
Had been hanging for a sale on the Bose QC Ultra or Sony XM6’s, but at this price I’ll take a punt with these. USB c dongle is definitely a nice feature. Thanks OP!
Keen to grab a pair to use for gaming on PS5 and XSX but I’m not sure if these will be better then a dedicated headset like SteelSeries Nova 5X
I did a quick comparison of these vs my Rig 900 HX and these sounded just as good, if not better on the mic.
Thanking you!
What did you test them on if I may ask
PS5 playing DayZ. Worked well.
Cheers for a pair. Now I can finaly look at pornhub in peace and HD sound.
The noise cancellation helps in preventing those jump scares when people walk in. Haven't been caught yet using NC headphones
You need these for the hub bro: https://www.jbhifi.com.au/products/jbl-boombox-3-portable-bl…
Play it loud and play it proud.
Thanks OP. Ordered a white pair after ordering the Cambridge Audio P100 last week.
Those look bizarrely similar…are they the same?
How do you rate the p100
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I got these during the last amazon sale for $235, very happy with them. Having a dongle stored in the earcup is really useful and the multipoint works well. All the controls are either physical buttons or knobs so no issue with weird gestures or unreliable tapping. I use the dongle with my switch 2 or Lenovo legion go s to have low latency wireless audio.
Also use them in the office and on the train to take calls in noisy environments and have had no complaints on the other end around microphone quality. They amplify your own voice back into the headphones really well so you don't end up yelling while on calls.