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The bass response is heavy-handed, with a rather large dose of bass boost applied across the low-end, making the bass boomy and overwhelming. The tonality is focused heavily on the low-end, which is typical for budget audio products. The Skullcandy Jib True are mediocre-sounding earbuds. The earbuds connect in a master-slave configuration, where one (master) connects to the source and the other (slave) to the master. They support SBC and AAC over Bluetooth 5.0 connection.

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The Jib True have 6mm dynamic drivers in each earbud with a 20-20,000kHz frequency response, 98-103dB SPL, and <3% THD at 1kHz.

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There doesn't seem to be any way to upgrade the firmware. You just pair them directly and then use your device or music player's EQ if you need to make any audio adjustments.

The Jib True don't require or support any companion apps. The earbuds are easy to put on and remove and can be worn for hours at length without any discomfort. The Jib True include soft silicone ear tips. On the back is an outdated microUSB port for charging. The case has a single white LED on the outside, which blinks at various points but it's hard to figure out what exactly it is conveying. The case lid doesn't open particularly wide but it's still easy to pull the earbuds due to their chunky shape. The charging case has a very slim profile and fits inside tight jeans pockets easily. The earbuds have an IPX4 rating for sweat and water resistance, which is great to see in this price range.

This isn't particularly convenient and it's easier to just control playback from your phone. It's difficult to press these buttons without pushing the earbuds uncomfortably deep in your ears so you have to grab the top edge of the earbud and try to pinch the button. Each earbud has a physical button on the outside for controlling volume and playback. The earbuds are slightly on the chunkier side but don't stick out too much from your ears. You can also buy these in more plain Black or Gray colors. Our review unit came in the trendy Blue colorway, which has bright yellow and red highlights. Designĭespite the relatively low price, the Jib True don't feel cheap or poorly made. Priced at 30 USD/2999 INR, these earbuds are an easy entry point for those purchasing their first pair.

The Jib True are meant to be a basic pair of truly wireless earbuds for undemanding buyers on a shoestring budget. The Skullcandy Jib True are the company's most inexpensive pair of wireless earbuds.

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