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Add to SafariWhen comparing Symphonized NRG 3.0 vs JLab JBuds EPIC, the Slant community recommends JLab JBuds EPIC for most people. In the question“What are the best earbuds around $50?” JLab JBuds EPIC is ranked 2nd while Symphonized NRG 3.0 is ranked 5th. The most important reason people chose JLab JBuds EPIC is:
Sound quality is good enough for enjoying a wide variety of music genres. This comes with the advantage of having sport-related features like special tips for improved fit as well as splash resistance.
Specs
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Pros
Pro Warm and bassy sound
The bass output of the NRG 3.0 is quite powerful and deep. Bass-heavy tracks will sound full and will have good punch. The mids are on the warm and smooth side. While not really forward, the vocals have good body and presence. The highs are recessed compared to the other frequencies.
Pro Made of real wood
The wood doesn't add any substantial benefit, but it looks really cool.
Pro Gold plated jack
The 3.5mm jack is gold plated for maximum sound quality
Pro Inline controls
There is an inline mic and volume controls that come with these earbuds.
Pro Great wire
The wire is coated in a durable braided nylon material.
Pro Great for casual music listening and also for sport use
Sound quality is good enough for enjoying a wide variety of music genres. This comes with the advantage of having sport-related features like special tips for improved fit as well as splash resistance.
Pro Produces deep and forward lows complemented by detailed and airy highs
The low end frequencies are what stand out from the sound signature. Bass goes deep and is pretty forward too, so you can clearly hear and experience the thump from your music.
The highs are also crisp and airy, giving a lot of detail. This combination results in these headphones having a fun sound.
Pro In-line remote allows for control of basic phone/player functions
There is a one-button remote which allows you to play/pause tracks as well as answer/end calls. This can be very convenient when used on the go.
Pro Stays snug in the ears while you are active
Little rings called "Cush Fins" wrap around the earpieces, and give extra grip, and prevent the pieces from falling out. Also, these Cush Fins are quite soft and flexible so they do not have too much of a negative effect to comfort.
Pro In-line remote allows control of basic phone/player functions
There is a one-button remote which allows you to play/pause tracks as well as answer/end calls. This can be very convenient when used on the go.
Pro Included carrying case makes these easy to bring on the go
A fairly large, zip up carrying case comes included and should give these extra protection when taken on the go. You can just chuck this case into your bag without worrying about your headphones getting damaged.
Cons
Con Dark sound
The bass and mids are quite prominent and overpower the recessed highs. This gives the audio a dark sound, which may not be to your liking if you want to hear the minute details of the audio.
Con Heavy cables cause noise
These earbuds have heavy cables that cause noticeable noise when they move.
Con Muddy mids
Due to the bass being quite prominent, the mids take a negative hit, as the bass gives the mids a muddy sound. Guitars and male vocals will not sound very clear at times.
Con Wearing these while on the move can be distracting
When the wires move or brush on your clothes, the rattling sound can be transmitted to the earpieces. This can be quite annoying.
