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Nixon The Jam Review | 93 Data compared

Avg. price:~£130Form factor:in-earConnectivity:wirelessBattery life:N/A hoursActive noise cancellation (ANC):no

Nixon The Jam Review: Compare 93 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Headphones category and whether it is worth buying.

Nixon The Jam
5.6/10

Overall score

Score
5.6/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the headphones' quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best headphones on the market.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 85% of models
Score components

80%

5.8

Technical score

20%

4.7

User score

â–¼Worse than 85% of headphones
6.8

Value for money

Value for money
6.8/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the headphones' overall rating with their cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for headphones that offer a strong balance of performance, features, and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 84% of models
Score components

70%

5.6

Overall score

30%

9.8

Price

â–¼Worse than 84%
5.8

Technical score

Technical score
5.8/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Headphones category across these key areas: Sound, Calls & Controls, Connectivity, Features, Battery, Design.
When it matters
When you want to compare headphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 57% of models
Score components

52%

5.5

Sound

20%

5.3

Features

10%

7.5

Design

8%

5.7

Connectivity

6%

5.4

Battery

4%

8.2

Calls & Controls

â–¼Worse than 57%
4.7

User score

User score
4.7/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the headphones.
When it matters
When you want to understand how headphones perform in real listening and how reliable they are in terms of comfort, audio quality, battery life, and long-term use.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Score components

70%

5.8

User ratings

30%

2.1

Number of reviews

â–¼Worse than 99%
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Technical Specifications of pair of headphones Nixon The Jam

Technical score
Technical score
5.8/ 10
✕
What it is
An assessment of technical performance for products in the Headphones category across these key areas: Sound, Calls & Controls, Connectivity, Features, Battery, Design.
When it matters
When you want to compare headphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 57% of models
Score components:

52%

5.5

Sound

20%

5.3

Features

10%

7.5

Design

8%

5.7

Connectivity

6%

5.4

Battery

4%

8.2

Calls & Controls

5.8
User score
User score
4.7/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the headphones.
When it matters
When you want to understand how headphones perform in real listening and how reliable they are in terms of comfort, audio quality, battery life, and long-term use.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 99% of models
Score components

70%

5.8

User ratings

30%

2.1

Number of reviews

4.7
Popularity
Popularity
2.1/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the headphones.
When it matters
When you prefer headphones that have already been chosen and reviewed by many other users.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 73% of models
Popularity:
Nixon The Jam has a popularity score of 2.1 points, which is lower than that of 72.1% of products in this category.
2.1
Value for money
Value for money
6.8/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the headphones' overall rating with their cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for headphones that offer a strong balance of performance, features, and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–¼ Worse than 84% of models
Score components:

70%

5.6

Overall score

30%

9.8

Price

6.8
Active noise cancellation (ANC)
no
This pair of headphones does not support active noise cancellation. 27.5% of headphones support active noise cancellation.
Driver type
dynamic
Driver size
8 mm
Market range: <10 mm – >50 mm
This pair of headphones uses a driver size of 8 mm, smaller driver size than 96.1% of headphones and equal to 1.7% of headphones.
Number of drivers
1
Market range: <1 – >4
This pair of headphones uses 1 drivers, fewer drivers than 4% of headphones and equal to 96% of headphones.
Lowest frequency
20 Hz
Market range: <5 Hz – >20 Hz
This pair of headphones reaches a lowest frequency of 20 Hz, higher lowest frequency than 50.8% of headphones and equal to 47.3% of headphones.
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Noise-canceling microphone
yes
This pair of headphones supports a noise-canceling microphone. 61.1% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
Can be used as a headset
yes
This pair of headphones is headset-ready, 84.8% is not. 15.2% of headphones can be used as headsets.
Number of microphones
1
Market range: <0 – >4
This pair of headphones has 1 microphones, more microphones than 26.9% of headphones and equal to 50.9% of headphones.
Boom microphone
no
This pair of headphones does not include a boom microphone. 13.5% of headphones have a boom microphone.
Microphone SNR
?
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Connectivity
wireless
This pair of headphones supports wireless connectivity, more flexible connectivity than 50.8% of headphones and equal to 49.2% of headphones.
Bluetooth version
N/A
Maximum Bluetooth range
10 m
Market range: <10 m – >15 m
This pair of headphones offers a Bluetooth range of 10 m, higher Bluetooth range than 2.7% of headphones and equal to 80.6% of headphones.
Audio latency
N/A
Multipoint support
no
This pair of headphones does not support multipoint. 30.6% of headphones support multipoint.
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Ambient sound mode
yes
This pair of headphones supports ambient sound mode. 75.2% of headphones support ambient sound mode.
EQ support
no
This pair of headphones does not support EQ customization. 23.2% of headphones support EQ.
Companion app
no
This pair of headphones does not work with a companion app. 21.6% of headphones support companion apps.
Adjustable ANC levels
N/A
Voice assistant support
?
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Battery life
N/A
Battery life with ANC
N/A
Charging time
N/A
Quick charge
no
This pair of headphones does not support quick charging. 33.1% of headphones support quick charge.
Battery capacity
N/A
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Brand name
Nixon
Form factor
in-ear
Weight
16 g
Market range: <14 g – >340 g
This pair of headphones weighs 16 g, lighter than 87.7% of headphones and equal to 0.8% of headphones.
Acoustic design
closed-back
Clamp force
N/A
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Nixon The Jam vs the average pair of headphones

246810TotalDesignSoundBatteryConnectivityCalls & ControlsFeatures
  • 92.7% lower weight
    This pair of headphones is lighter than the average pair of headphones (16 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
    16 g vs 218 g
  • Ambient sound mode
    This pair of headphones supports ambient sound mode, the average pair of headphones does not. 24.9% of headphones support ambient sound mode.
  • More flexible connectivity
    This pair of headphones offers more flexible connectivity than the average pair of headphones (wireless vs wired). The average headphones support wired connectivity.
    wireless vs wired
  • Clear call microphone
    This pair of headphones offers a clear call microphone, while the average pair of headphones does not. 39% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
  • Direct 3.5 mm plug
    This pair of headphones includes a direct 3.5 mm plug, the average pair of headphones does not. 39.8% of headphones have a 3.5 mm male connector.
  • In-line controls
    This pair of headphones includes in-line controls, the average pair of headphones does not. 36.6% of headphones support in-line controls.
  • Foldable design
    This pair of headphones has a foldable design, the average pair of headphones does not. 48.3% of headphones are foldable.
  • Wind noise reduction
    This pair of headphones reduces wind noise, the average pair of headphones does not. 34.3% of headphones support wind noise reduction.
  • 92.7% lower weight
    This pair of headphones is lighter than the average pair of headphones (16 g vs 218 g). The average pair of headphones weighs 218 g.
    16 g vs 218 g
  • Foldable design
    This pair of headphones has a foldable design, the average pair of headphones does not. 48.3% of headphones are foldable.
  • Water resistance
    This pair of headphones is water resistant, the average pair of headphones is not. 20.2% of headphones are water resistant.
  • Play while charging
    This pair of headphones can play while charging, the average pair of headphones cannot. 29.1% of headphones support play while charging.
  • More flexible connectivity
    This pair of headphones offers more flexible connectivity than the average pair of headphones (wireless vs wired). The average headphones support wired connectivity.
    wireless vs wired
  • Direct 3.5 mm plug
    This pair of headphones includes a direct 3.5 mm plug, the average pair of headphones does not. 39.8% of headphones have a 3.5 mm male connector.
  • Clear call microphone
    This pair of headphones offers a clear call microphone, while the average pair of headphones does not. 39% of headphones support noise-canceling microphones.
  • In-line controls
    This pair of headphones includes in-line controls, the average pair of headphones does not. 36.6% of headphones support in-line controls.
  • Wind noise reduction
    This pair of headphones reduces wind noise, the average pair of headphones does not. 34.3% of headphones support wind noise reduction.
  • Quick mic mute
    This pair of headphones includes a quick mic mute, the average pair of headphones does not. 29.3% of headphones support a mute function.
  • Ambient sound mode
    This pair of headphones supports ambient sound mode, the average pair of headphones does not. 24.9% of headphones support ambient sound mode.
  • 32 mm smaller driver size
    This pair of headphones has smaller driver size than the average pair of headphones (8 mm vs 40 mm). The average headphones use a driver size of 40 mm.
    8 mm vs 40 mm
  • Non-replaceable earpads
    This pair of headphones has non-replaceable earpads, while the average pair of headphones has replaceable ones. 75.6% of headphones have replaceable earpads.
  • Fixed cable
    This pair of headphones has a fixed cable, while the average pair of headphones has a detachable one. 62% of headphones have a detachable cable.
  • 2 Hz weaker bass extension
    This pair of headphones has a higher lowest frequency than the average pair of headphones (20 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
    20 Hz vs 18 Hz
  • 70.3% lower user score
    User score
    4.7/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the headphones.
    When it matters
    When you want to understand how headphones perform in real listening and how reliable they are in terms of comfort, audio quality, battery life, and long-term use.
    Score distribution
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    the average pair of headphones
    Nixon The Jam has a lower user score than the average pair of headphones (4.7 vs 8).
    4.7 vs 8
  • 6.3% worse value for money
    Nixon The Jam has worse value for money than the average pair of headphones (6.84 vs 7.3).
    6.84 vs 7.27
  • 7 older release date
    This pair of headphones was released earlier than the average pair of headphones (2009 vs 2016). The average headphones were released in 2016.
    2009 vs 2016
  • 2.76x less popular
    Nixon The Jam is less popular than the average pair of headphones (2.13 vs 5.9).
    2.13 vs 5.87
  • 70.3% lower user score
    User score
    4.7/ 10
    ✕
    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the headphones.
    When it matters
    When you want to understand how headphones perform in real listening and how reliable they are in terms of comfort, audio quality, battery life, and long-term use.
    Score distribution
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    Nixon The Jam
    the average pair of headphones
    Nixon The Jam has a lower user score than the average pair of headphones (4.7 vs 8).
    4.7 vs 8
  • 6.3% worse value for money
    Nixon The Jam has worse value for money than the average pair of headphones (6.84 vs 7.3).
    6.84 vs 7.27
  • 2.76x less popular
    Nixon The Jam is less popular than the average pair of headphones (2.13 vs 5.9).
    2.13 vs 5.87
  • Non-replaceable earpads
    This pair of headphones has non-replaceable earpads, while the average pair of headphones has replaceable ones. 75.6% of headphones have replaceable earpads.
  • Fixed cable
    This pair of headphones has a fixed cable, while the average pair of headphones has a detachable one. 62% of headphones have a detachable cable.
  • 32 mm smaller driver size
    This pair of headphones has smaller driver size than the average pair of headphones (8 mm vs 40 mm). The average headphones use a driver size of 40 mm.
    8 mm vs 40 mm
  • 2 Hz weaker bass extension
    This pair of headphones has a higher lowest frequency than the average pair of headphones (20 Hz vs 18 Hz). The average headphones reach a lowest frequency of 18 Hz.
    20 Hz vs 18 Hz
  • 7 older release date
    This pair of headphones was released earlier than the average pair of headphones (2009 vs 2016). The average headphones were released in 2016.
    2009 vs 2016

Third-party reviews

What customers like about Nixon The Jam

  • Extremely lightweight (16g), making them easy to transport for travel or casual use.
  • Comes with a tangle-free cable and a dedicated travel bag.
  • Features an in-line control panel and built-in microphone for headset functionality.
  • Sound quality is described as having promising detail and a soft signature suitable for casual listening.
  • Very high durability; users report they can withstand multiple drops without damage to sound or structure.

What customers don't like about Nixon The Jam

  • Significant comfort issues; the lack of paddings or tips makes them hard on the ears, leading to earaches during long sessions.
  • Weak bass performance that remains thin even when using an equalizer.
  • No passive noise isolation, which means background noise can easily leak in.
  • The 8mm driver is small compared to over-ear alternatives, limiting its overall power and sound pressure level.
  • Requires high amplification for reasonable volume levels when used with some portable players.

Verdict

The Nixon The Jam is a lightweight, wired in-ear headphone weighing just 16g and featuring custom-tuned 8mm titanium drivers designed for robust bass response. Its technical profile includes a standard frequency range of 20Hz to 20,000Hz, a sensitivity of 103dB/V, and a 1.13m tangle-free flat rubberized cable equipped with a reinforced right-angle 3.5mm plug. Main characteristics include an in-line three-button remote and microphone for hands-free calls and music control, along with three sizes of soft silicone ear tips for a secure fit. Key pros are its extreme portability, integrated cable management via an included ultra-compact rubber carry case, and reliable sound quality for its size; however, potential cons include the lack of active noise cancellation and limited frequency depth at the extreme low end compared to high-end audiophile alternatives.

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