JBL Wave Beam 2 is available at Mascom International for KSh 6,800, brand new and sealed, with active noise cancelling, 8mm drivers and up to 40 hours of total playback. The JBL Wave Beam 2 is a true wireless set of stem-style earbuds that connects over Bluetooth 5.3 and links to two devices at the same time. Each earbud carries two microphones for calls and an IP54 rating against sweat, dust and light rain. You can test the JBL Wave Beam 2 at our store in the Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD, before you pay.
Built for sales teams, university students and logistics coordinators across Kenya, the JBL Wave Beam 2 deals with the noise that fills a working day. A matatu ride down Thika Road, an open-plan office in Upper Hill or a packed lecture hall all compete with your music and calls. Switch on noise cancelling and the engine drone and background chatter drop away, so you can listen at a lower volume. When you need to hear a conductor or a colleague, ambient mode lets outside sound back in without taking the earbuds out. Multipoint lets a phone call and a laptop meeting share one pair.
Unlike other electronics retailers in Kenya that sell unboxed or grey-market audio, Mascom International stocks sealed JBL units with a full 12-month warranty. At KSh 6,800, the JBL Wave Beam 2 brings noise cancelling and multipoint to a price where many earbuds still skip both features. Customers across Nairobi tell us the biggest change is calmer commutes and fewer missed calls after moving up from basic wired earphones. Visit us Monday through Saturday, 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM, or order the JBL Wave Beam 2 on WhatsApp for pay-on-arrival delivery anywhere in Kenya.
Common Questions About the JBL Wave Beam 2
How much is the JBL Wave Beam 2 in Kenya?
The JBL Wave Beam 2 costs KSh 6,800 brand new and sealed at Mascom International on Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD. That price covers the earbuds, the charging case, a USB Type-C cable, three sizes of ear tips and a 12-month warranty against manufacturing defects. Delivery is pay-on-arrival, so you check the sealed box before handing over cash or M-Pesa. Within this JBL range, the JBL Tune Beam 2 costs KSh 3,500 more, while the JBL Vibe Beam sits KSh 500 below without noise cancelling.
Should I buy the JBL Wave Beam 2 or the JBL Vibe Beam?
Pick the JBL Wave Beam 2 if you want noise cancelling, because the JBL Vibe Beam has none and costs only KSh 500 less at Mascom International. The JBL Wave Beam 2 also lists multipoint for two devices, Bluetooth 5.3 instead of 5.2, and up to 40 hours of total playback against 32. Both share 8mm drivers, IP54 earbuds and an IPX2 case. Choose the Vibe Beam only if you rarely ride noisy transport and want one of its extra colours, such as mint or beige.
Does the JBL Wave Beam 2 cope with Nairobi rain, dust and KPLC power cuts?
Yes, the JBL Wave Beam 2 earbuds carry an IP54 rating, which means protection against dust and splashing water such as a sudden Nairobi downpour. The case is rated IPX2, so keep it in a pocket or bag during heavy rain. For power cuts, one fully charged case covers about 16 days of two hours' daily listening with noise cancelling on. A 10-minute USB-C top-up gives about 3 hours of playback, and any phone charger or power bank works.
How long does the JBL Wave Beam 2 battery last on one charge?
The JBL Wave Beam 2 plays up to 10 hours per charge with noise cancelling off and up to 8 hours with it on. The charging case holds about three more full charges, bringing total playback to 40 hours with noise cancelling off or 32 hours with it on. Calls drain the battery faster: talk time reaches 6 hours, or 5.5 hours with noise cancelling running. A full recharge from empty takes about 2 hours over USB-C.
Is the JBL Wave Beam 2 good for Zoom and Teams calls?
The JBL Wave Beam 2 uses four microphones, two in each earbud, to pick up your voice on phone, Zoom and Teams calls. Because it holds two connections at once, a call on your Safaricom line can interrupt a laptop meeting and hand back without re-pairing. Accountants, estate agents and NGO field staff who move between phone and laptop all day gain the most from this. At a loud bus stage, callers will still hear some background, so step aside for important calls.
Who should buy the JBL Wave Beam 2, and who should skip it?
Buy the JBL Wave Beam 2 if you commute daily, take many calls and want noise cancelling without spending over KSh 10,000. Skip it if you want stronger noise cancelling and a charging case with its own touchscreen for long flights; the JBL Tour Pro 2 at KSh 23,000 suits that buyer better. Anyone who keeps losing small earbuds may prefer the JBL Tune 215BT, whose cable joins both sides. If you only listen at a desk, the wired JBL Tune 110 saves money.
Can I use the JBL Wave Beam 2 with both an iPhone and an Android phone?
Yes, the JBL Wave Beam 2 works with any Bluetooth phone, tablet or laptop, including iPhone, Samsung, Tecno and Infinix models. Android phones pair in one tap through Google Fast Pair, and Windows laptops use Microsoft Swift Pair. The free JBL Headphones app runs on iOS and Android, giving you preset and custom equaliser settings, voice prompts in several languages and Relax Mode sounds. The earbuds remember up to 8 devices and keep two connected at once.
Is the JBL Wave Beam 2 comfortable for long wear?
Each JBL Wave Beam 2 earbud weighs about 4.3 g, light enough for a full workday or a long bus trip to Mombasa. The stem design keeps the weight close to the ear, and three sizes of ear tips come in the box so you can find a firm seal. A good seal matters because both noise cancelling and bass depend on it. Try each size at our Kimathi Street store, where staff can help you fit the earbuds before you buy.
Technical Specifications
Audio Hardware and Noise Control
- 8mm dynamic drivers — the tiny speaker inside each earbud, carrying JBL Pure Bass tuning with clear vocals for music and podcasts.
- Active noise cancelling — microphones listen to outside sound and play an opposite signal, cutting steady engine and fan hum on buses and flights.
- Ambient listening mode — lets outside sound in on demand, so you hear a conductor, a colleague or traffic without removing the earbuds.
- Relax Mode in the JBL Headphones app — five built-in ambient sounds help you rest or focus in a noisy hostel or shared office.
- Preset and custom EQ — the equaliser adjusts bass, mids and treble, so you can shape the sound for talk radio, gospel, Afrobeats or podcasts.
Wireless Connectivity
- Bluetooth 5.3 — a recent Bluetooth generation that keeps a steady link and uses less power with phones and laptops from the last few years.
- Multipoint connection — stays linked to two devices at once, so a phone call interrupts laptop audio and returns without re-pairing.
- Memory for up to 8 paired devices — move between a work phone, personal phone, tablet and laptop without pairing from scratch each time.
- Google Fast Pair and Microsoft Swift Pair — a pop-up on Android phones and Windows laptops connects the earbuds in one tap.
- Profiles A2DP 1.4, AVRCP 1.6.2 and HFP 1.8 — these handle music streaming, track controls and hands-free calls on any Bluetooth device.
Battery and Charging
- Up to 10 hours per charge with noise cancelling off, or 8 hours with it on — enough for a full office day of listening.
- 550mAh charging case adds about three full charges — up to 40 hours in total with noise cancelling off, or 32 hours with it on.
- 10-minute speed charge gives about 3 hours of playback — handy when a power cut leaves only a short window at a socket.
- Full charge from empty in about 2 hours — plug in at lunch and the case is ready for the evening ride home.
- Talk time up to 6 hours, or 5.5 hours with noise cancelling — covers a full day of client calls with short breaks in the case.
Build and Durability
- IP54 earbuds — the 5 means dust protection and the 4 means splash resistance, so sweat, light rain and dusty roads are covered.
- IPX2 charging case — handles light drips only, so keep the case in a bag or pocket during heavy rain.
- 4.3 g per earbud — light enough to forget during a long day, with the stem shape keeping weight close to the ear.
- 41 g charging case — slips into a shirt pocket or small handbag without adding bulk.
- Colours: black, white and blue — confirm the colour in stock on WhatsApp before you visit or order.
Controls and Inputs
- Four microphones, two per earbud — pick up your voice more clearly on phone calls, voice notes and online meetings.
- Touch controls on each earbud — play, pause, answer calls and change noise modes without reaching for your phone.
- Per-earbud ambient control in the app — set how much outside sound each side lets in, useful when one ear needs traffic awareness.
- Multilingual voice prompts — spoken alerts confirm pairing, battery level and mode changes in your chosen language.
- USB Type-C charging port — the same connector most current Android phones use, so one charger covers both.
Package Contents
The JBL Wave Beam 2 comes sealed in JBL retail packaging. Inside you will find the two earbuds, the charging case, a USB Type-C cable, three sizes of ear tips, and the warranty and quick-start documents. No wall adapter is included, but any USB-C phone charger or laptop port will charge the case. If you need a compact adapter, Mascom International stocks compatible chargers, and our staff will check the box contents with you at the counter.
Warranty
The JBL Wave Beam 2 ships with a 12-month warranty through Mascom International, covering manufacturing defects under normal use. Cover applies to the earbuds and the charging case. Claims are handled at our Nairobi CBD service desk in the Old Mutual Building on Kimathi Street, so bring the unit and your receipt.
Where to Buy the JBL Wave Beam 2 in Kenya
The JBL Wave Beam 2 is in stock at Mascom International, Old Mutual Building, First Floor Room 4, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD. We open Monday through Saturday, 9:00 AM to 7:00 PM, and you are welcome to pair the earbuds with your own phone and try noise cancelling before buying. Black, white and blue are the usual colours, so ask on WhatsApp which ones are on the shelf today.
Reach our team through any of these:
- Phone/WhatsApp: +254 708 852 521
- Email: info@mascomintl.com
- Website: www.mascomintl.com
We deliver with pay-on-arrival to all 47 counties. Orders within Nairobi and its environs arrive the same day, while Nakuru, Kisumu, Eldoret, Mombasa and other major towns receive delivery the next business day. Mandera, Wajir, Marsabit, Lamu, Tana River, and Turkana receive delivery within 2-3 business days. Every pair is backed by the 12-month warranty above.
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