JBL Quantum 100M2 review

The JBL Quantum 100M2 is a wired gaming headset. It connects through a 3.5 mm jack on a 1.2 m cable. JBL lists no active noise cancelling, no Bluetooth, no wireless dongle and no USB-C charging. No battery is listed either. The pitch is simple: plug in, talk and play.

Each ear has a 40 mm dynamic driver. The listed frequency response is 20 Hz to 20 kHz, with 32 ohm impedance and 96 dB sensitivity. JBL tunes the headset with its QuantumSOUND Signature profile and lists compatibility with Windows Sonic Spatial Sound. That gives PC players a spatial audio option.

Owner reports say the sound is good for the price. The spec sheet gives no codec information, which fits a model with no Bluetooth.

The mic is a detachable boom with directional pickup. JBL lists a 100 Hz to 10 kHz frequency response and a sensitivity of -42 dBV/Pa at 1 kHz. There is also a mute feature. Owners report clear voice pickup for the price. There's no noise-reduction feature for the mic, so the directional pickup is the main thing listed to help with background sound listed. Because the boom detaches, you can take it off when you only want to listen.

The headset weighs 220 g. The ear cushions are memory foam with breathable fabric. Owners most often describe it as light and comfortable for long sessions. That matches the weight and the padding. The spec sheet gives no clamping force or headband details, so fit on larger heads is an open question.

The 3.5 mm connection is the only listed way to connect. That keeps things simple, as there is nothing to pair and nothing to charge. It also means no wireless freedom, and the cable is 1.2 m long, so check that length against your desk setup.

A German spec sheet lists PCs, PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, mobile devices, Macs and VR as supported platforms via the jack.

There is no active noise cancelling. The earcup design, open or closed, is not stated, so how much room noise reaches you is unclear. With no ANC, this headset gives no electronic help in a noisy room. Value comes from the basics: a detachable mic with mute, memory foam cushions and a low weight. Owners say sound and voice pickup are good for the price, and that is where the value case rests.

With a 3.5 mm cable, a directional boom mic and a 220 g body, it suits desk-based gaming and calls on a wide range of devices. The owner praise for comfort over long sessions supports that use. If you want to move around, pair with a phone over Bluetooth or block out noise, the specifications rule it out.