JBL Tour One M2 vs Sennheiser HD 560S
The Verdict
These headphones serve fundamentally different purposes, making direct comparison challenging. The JBL Tour One M2 delivers wireless convenience with active noise cancellation, 30-hour battery life on ANC, and quick 10-minute charging for 5 hours of playback. Its 40mm drivers support LDAC hi-res audio, spatial sound with head tracking, and multipoint pairing across devices, making it ideal for mobile users seeking modern features. The Sennheiser HD 560S is a wired, open-back reference monitor designed for critical listening and music production. At 240g, it's slightly lighter and built for stationary use with a 120-ohm impedance that pairs well with quality audio interfaces. The 560S excels in frequency extension (6 Hz to 38 kHz) and offers transparency that wireless headphones sacrifice. Budget-conscious listeners wanting portable music with noise cancellation should pick the JBL at $299.95, while audiophiles and producers requiring honest sound reproduction without coloration favor the Sennheiser at $199. The JBL justifies its $100 premium through wireless capability and active features, but the 560S provides superior sound accuracy for its price. Neither is objectively better—your choice depends on prioritizing portability and convenience versus audio fidelity and stationary listening.
Who Should Buy
Buy the JBL Tour One M2 if…
- →Strong feature set including LDAC and spatial audio
- →Effective adaptive ANC
- →Comfortable and foldable design
Buy the Sennheiser HD 560S if…
- →Audiophile-grade clarity and neutral sound at an accessible price
- →120-ohm impedance works with most phones and laptops without an amp
- →Incredibly wide soundstage for gaming, mixing, and critical listening
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
JBL Tour One M2
Pros
- Strong feature set including LDAC and spatial audio
- Effective adaptive ANC
- Comfortable and foldable design
- Good multipoint implementation
Cons
- Sound signature divisive out of the box
- Companion app can be buggy
- Build quality feels plasticky
- Microphone quality below class leaders
Sennheiser HD 560S
Pros
- Audiophile-grade clarity and neutral sound at an accessible price
- 120-ohm impedance works with most phones and laptops without an amp
- Incredibly wide soundstage for gaming, mixing, and critical listening
- Lightweight and comfortable for marathon listening sessions
- Excellent value as an entry into open-back audiophile headphones
Cons
- Open-back design leaks sound heavily — no isolation
- Wired only — no wireless option
- Bass can sound lean for casual listeners who prefer warmth
- Plastic build feels less premium than metal-bodied competitors
Full Specifications
| Spec | JBL Tour One M2 | Sennheiser HD 560S |
|---|---|---|
| Active Noise Cancelling | ||
| Type | over-ear | over-ear |
| Weight | 268 g | 240 g |
| Battery | ||
| Battery life | 30 hours ANC on (50 hours ANC off) | N/A (wired) |
| Charging | USB-C, 10 min = 5 hours quick charge | N/A |
| Drivers | 40mm dynamic | 38mm dynamic transducer, 120 ohm impedance |
| Features | True Adaptive Noise Cancelling 2.0, Spatial Sound with head tracking, Personi-Fi 2.0 hearing personalization, Multipoint pairing, LDAC hi-res audio | Open-back reference design, 120-ohm impedance — can be driven by most sources, Detachable cable, Velour ear pads for comfort, Wide frequency response (6 Hz – 38,000 Hz) |
| Connectivity | ||
| Wired option | ||
| Codecs | SBC, AAC, LDAC | |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | None (wired only) |
| Multipoint | ||
| Water Resistance | None | None |
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