JLab Epic

Overview

TechSpot Metascore

Based on 6 expert reviews

Excellent:

2
Good:

1
Average:

3
Bad:

0

Pros:

Powerful, distortion-free audio performance with deep bass presence. Secure fit. Splash-proof design. Lots of useful accessories.
Powerful audio with no distortion at top volumes. Inline remote and microphone for mobile devices. Includes a plethora of accessories.
Tons of options means you'll find the perfect fit, Light, Street Price

Cons:

Overly bass-heavy for purists. Shortest charging cable ever?
Booming bass can overtake the balance of the mix—these aren't for purists or fans of crisp, balanced audio. Eartips can be uncomfortable

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Last revision on June 15, 2015

Reviewers Liked

Powerful, distortion-free audio performance with deep bass presence. Secure fit. Splash-proof design. Lots of useful accessories
Powerful audio with no distortion at top volumes. Inline remote and microphone for mobile devices. Includes a plethora of accessories
Tons of options means you'll find the perfect fit, Light, Street Price

Reviewers Didn't Like

Overly bass-heavy for purists. Shortest charging cable ever?
Booming bass can overtake the balance of the mix—these aren't for purists or fans of crisp, balanced audio. Eartips can be uncomfortable
Bass heavy, Flat cable transmits noise

Expert reviews and ratings

Clear winners It's hard to argue with the rich, consumer friendly sound of the Epics especially considering it's paired with solid construction and specialty features like the cush fins. Even though they don't get top marks for looks, the low price...

By reviewed.com on June 13, 2015

The wireless JLab Epic are solid fitness-focused earphones for workouts fueled by big...

By PC Mag on March 16, 2015

The JLab Epics may look a little cheap, but they offer a comfortable, secure fit, and sound richer than their design would...

By CNET Australia on February 06, 2014

Overall Score4.36Audio QualityMicrophone QualityComfortWarrantyThe Epic Earbuds by JLab Audio produce great sound, are very comfortable in ear, and even come with unique CushFins, (those funky looking things that you see in the image above – a combo of...

By AndroidGuys on January 17, 2014

What do you want in a headphone? Do you want a headphone that will absolutely stay in during a vigorous workout or do you want one that sounds great? Well, in the JLab EPIC in-ear monitors, you can have both. While no headphone costing $70 (MSRP, street...

By Audioholics on December 10, 2013

The JLab Epic's booming bass won't be for everyone, but it delivers undistorted audio at a low...

By PC Mag on December 19, 2013