Noise Cancelling Shootout!

Watch this video to see and hear the ACTUAL performance of 6 popular noise cancelling headphones. Listen through headphones for the ultimate comparison. What you learn may surprise you. If you're in the market for ANC headphones or travel a lot, you won't want to miss this.

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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SonySony MDR-NC6 Noise Canceling Headphones
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List Price: $49.99
Price: $35.44
You Save: $14.55 (29%)
  • Reduces exterior noise by more than 70 percent (10 dB at 300 Hz) so you can hear music against a quieter background
  • Active noise reduction from 40 to 1,500 Hz using 1 AAA battery (not included); extended battery life approximately 30 hours
  • Compact size and folding design allows easy storage in a backpack, briefcase, or purse
  • Noise-canceling on/off switch; headphones work with or without power

SonySony MDR NC11A - Headphones ( ear-bud ) - noise canceling - white
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Sony Ultra-Lightweight Foldable Noise Canceling Headphones (Model# MDR-NC40)
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SonySONY MDRNC40 LIGHTWEIGHT NOISE-CANCELING HEADPHONES
CE (Sony)
List Price: $99.99
  • Pressue Relieving Urethane Cushion and Lightweight Headband for a Comfortable Fit
  • Passive Operation when power is off
  • 1.5m Cord
  • Up to 40 Hours Use Time on a AAA Battery

Coby2 Wireless Headphones with FM Transmitter
CE (Coby)
List Price: $59.99

PlantronicsPlantronics M40-N1 In The Ear Headset for Nokia 3300, 6500, 8800 series
Wireless (Plantronics)
List Price: $19.99
  • Simple, sleek in-the-ear design
  • Discreet omni directional inline microphone
  • Easily place in ear with one hand
  • Compact design for a quick and simple hands-free solution

SonySony Mdrnc22/Blk Noise Canceling Headphone (Black)
CE (Sony)
List Price: $99.99
Price: $74.28
You Save: $25.71 (26%)
  • 13.5Mm Driver For Better Sound Quality
  • Up To 75 Noise Reduction
  • Slim Battery Compartment
  • Monitor Switch To Mute Audio & Turn Off Nc Temporarily

SonySony MDR NC22 - Headphones ( in-ear ear-bud ) - noise canceling - black
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SonyCompact Noise Canceling Headphones
CE (Sony)
List Price: $49.99
  • Switchable noise canceling circuit reduces outside noise by 70% (-10dB at 300Hz)
  • Compact swivel folding design for easy storage
  • 38mm drivers
  • Frequency response: 30Hz-15kHz

SonySony MDR-NC60 Noise Canceling Headphone
CE (Sony)
List Price: $199.99
Price: $134.31
You Save: $65.68 (33%)
  • Up to 85% (16.5dB at 200 Hz) ambient noise reduction
  • Built-in monitor switch to mute music to listen outside
  • Premium case
  • Lightweight 230g

Sony Headphones Noise Canceling News




Pocket-lint.co.uk
Sony shows off MDR-NC7 noise canceling headphones
Pocket-lint.co.uk, UK - Oct 9, 2008
The details may be scant but audiophiles should look out in the coming months for a new set of noise canceling headphones from Sony. The MDR-NC7 headphones

Crossing out the noise
Business Standard, India - Oct 8, 2008
One hears an audible noise-cancelling hiss from the Bose, but there’s no such hiss from the Sony headphones. It’s almost like a sound vacuum.


Financial Times
Staff sing from one hymn sheet
Financial Times, UK - 22 hours ago
have led to collaborations on noise cancelling headphones and home theatre amplifiers, Sir Howard wants to repeat the exercise in other corners of Sony.

Review: Sony Noise Canceling Headphones Sound Like Silence
Wired Blogs - Oct 2, 2008
Okay, so what’s this gotta do with Sony’s Digital Noise Cancellation Headphones? That all depends on how you like the sound reproduction of the music you


Coolest Gadgets
Sony MDR-NC500D digital noise cancelling headphones
Coolest Gadgets, UK - Sep 25, 2008
Sony offers this option in the form of the MDR-NC500D, touted to be the first set of digital noise canceling headphones in the world.