Noise cancelling headphones review - JVC, Sennheiser, Bose

Kat from Shiny Media reviews four noise cancelling headphones - the JVC HA-NC250, Sennheiser PXC-350, Bose Quiet Comfort 3, Creative Aurvana X-Fi. Music accompanying video is 'Buzy' by Daveski. See www.techdigest.tv for more info!

The Best Noise-Canceling Headphones

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Dampen the din with these devices that actively block background noise, letting you hear only what you want to.

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It's hard to escape noise; the modern world is full of it. Whether it's the drone of jet engines, the low rumble and metallic screech of commuter trains, or merely the distracting muttering crowds, life can be pretty damn loud. You might try to dismiss the din by slapping on a set of regular headphones and cranking up the volume of music, movies, or podcasts. This tactic may get the job done, but you're really only adding extra noise to the equation, and are probably damaging your hearing at the same time.

The best solution to save your sanity and your ears is to invest in a pair of noise-canceling headphones so you can enjoy your audio at much lower volumes. These devices, rather than merely covering up unwanted noise, actively block it.

We most recently reviewed Sony 's MDR-NC40. Despite this set's relatively low price of $100, it pumped out surprisingly good audio quality with satisfying low bass. If you prefer earphones to larger, more cumbersome headphones, Sony...

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AUDIO TECHNICAAudio-Technica ATH-ANC7 QuietPoint Active Noise-Cancelling Headphones
CE (AUDIO TECHNICA)
List Price: $219.95
Price: $121.12
You Save: $98.83 (45%)
  • ATH-ANC7 QuietPoint active noise-cancelling headphones effectively reduces environmental noise by up to 85% with or without audio
  • Ideal for travel and use with MP3, CD, DVD and in-flight entertainment systems
  • Provides superior audio quality with 40mm drivers with neodymium magnet systems in each earpiece for deeper bass, extended treble and higher fidelity
  • Fully integrated active noise-cancelling technology - no external modules needed

PanasonicPanasonic RP-HC500 Noise-Canceling Headphones
CE (Panasonic)
List Price: $199.99
Price: $94.22
You Save: $105.77 (53%)
  • 92% noise reduction - 22dB at 200Hz
  • Plug adaptor for aircraft
  • Battery life: approx. 40H with AAA alkaline battery
  • When noise-canceling effect is off, can be used as normal headphones

BOSEBose® QuietComfort® 2 Acoustic Noise Cancelling® Headphones
CE (BOSE)
  • Offers unmatched combination of noise reduction technology, audio performance and comfortable fit
  • Patented Acoustic Noise Cancelling headphone technology fades background distractions
  • Now with enhanced audio performance and styling
  • Lightweight and comfortable; convenient fold-flat design

BOSEBose® QuietComfort® 3 Acoustic Noise Cancelling® Headphones
CE (BOSE)
List Price: $349.00
  • Compact, on-ear design forms a gentle seal to help block unwanted noise and deliver high-quality audio
  • Bose® Acoustic Noise Cancelling® headphone technology electronically identifies and reduces noise
  • Lightweight for hours of comfortable listening
  • Rechargeable battery offers approximately 25 hours of run time

SennheiserSennheiser PXC 250 Active Noise Canceling Headphones
CE (Sennheiser)
List Price: $139.95
Price: $87.78
You Save: $52.17 (37%)
  • Improves Fm Radio Reception
  • Fold & Flip Design Allows The Ear Cups To Be Turned Through 90°
  • & Fold The Headphones Closed
  • 1.8 M Kevlar¿-Reinforced Ofc

JVCJVC HANC250 Noise Cancelling Headphones
CE (JVC)
List Price: $218.21
Price: $109.99
You Save: $108.22 (50%)
  • 85% noise reduction
  • feedback technology
  • 40mm Neodymium driver
  • Double Housing Structure

JabraJabra C820S Active Noise Cancelling Stereo Headphones
CE (Jabra)
List Price: $179.00
  • Active Noise Reduction
  • 50 hours on one battery
  • 20HZ - 22kHz frequency response
  • Ear cups with premium grade leatherette pads

LogitechLogitech Noise-Canceling Headphones
CE (Logitech)
List Price: $296.09
  • Logitech® Noise Canceling Headphones
  • Accessories>>Headphones / Headsets>>Noise Cancelling Headsets

Sensible SoundBose QC-1 Quiet Comfort Acoustic Noise Canceling Headset.(Brief Article)(Evaluation): An article from: Sensible Sound
Book (Sensible Sound)
List Price: $5.95
Price: $5.95

Philips USA Inc.Foldable Noise Canceling Headphones
CE (Philips USA Inc.)
List Price: $69.99
  • Noise canceling feature reduces background noise in any environment
  • Ideal for airplane, train and bus use; Closed-style, dynamic headphone with 40mm driver
  • Neodymium magnet and CCAW voice coils; Frequency response: 20Hz-20kHz
  • 5' OFC cable with 3.5mm mini-plug; Uses 1 AAA battery

Bose Noise Canceling Headphones News




Time Out Chicago
Sound choice
Time Out Chicago, IL - 18 hours ago
These noise-canceling headphones are smaller and slimmer than their predecessors yet pamper your eardrums with deep, rich sounds. They’re powerful enough to

A look at four noise-canceling devices for serene commutes
Austin American-Statesman, TX - Aug 3, 2008
But the engineers at Bose Corp. figured it out nearly 20 years ago, when the company introduced noise-canceling headphones for military and commercial

They're quiet, but loud, too
International Herald Tribune, France - Aug 13, 2008
Bose and Sennheiser have had much of this market to themselves, but Beats are worth a look for anyone considering a pair of noise-canceling headphones.

Monster Beats by Dr. Dre Review
I4U - Aug 21, 2008
The result: Noise-canceling headphones that look way cooler than high-end competitors from Bose and Sennheiser. Beyond the cool factor, these headphones


SlashGear
Beats by Dr. Dre & Monster Cable Review
SlashGear, AZ - Aug 12, 2008
250g they’re not especially heavy (though almost 100g more than Bose’s QuietComfort 3 noise-cancelling headphones) and long-term comfort is excellent.