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Product Name Sony MDR-NC500D Digital Noise Canceling Headphones

Sony MDR-NC500D Digital Noise Canceling Headphones

Bose QuietComfort 15

Bose QuietComfort 15

Bose QuietComfort 3

Bose QuietComfort 3

JVC HA-NC250 Noise Canceling Headphones

JVC HA-NC250 Noise Canceling Headphones

Monster Beats by Dr. Dre headphones

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Release Date 08/21/2009 06/15/2006 07/13/2007
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Review Summary The Sony MDR-NC500D Digital Noise Canceling Headphones may lighten the wallet, but they are a great option for frequent fliers and tetchy commuters who need superior noise cancellation. While they're no bargain, the Bose QuietComfort 15s currently offer the best sound and silencing capabilities in a pair of noise-canceling headphones. With the QuietComfort 3s, Bose has done a remarkable job of shrinking its popular noise-canceling headphones while achieving similarly impressive sound quality--but that engineering feat doesn't come cheap. The JVC HA-NC250 Noise Canceling Headphones make a great travel companion for those who demand quality sound. And they may not be cheap, but they seem that way next to the Bose QuietComfort 3. The unique and stylish Monster Beats by Dr. Dre headphones offer solid audio, useful accessories, and a look that's anything but copycat. For fashion-forward folks with cash to spare, they're a great option.
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Recommended Use The noise canceling feature blocks the din on buses and airplanes. Plus, they are portable for easy transport. Active noise canceling technology makes these circumaural headphones ideal for commuting and air travel. The noise canceling feature blocks the din on buses and airplanes. Plus, they are portable for easy transport. Active noise canceling technology makes these circumaural headphones ideal for commuting and air travel. The noise canceling feature keeps out ambient sounds on buses and airplanes. Plus, they are portable for easy transport. Active noise canceling technology makes these ear-cup headphones ideal for commuting and air travel. The noise canceling feature blocks the din on buses and airplanes. Plus, they are portable for easy transport. Active noise canceling technology makes these circumaural headphones ideal for commuting and air travel. The noise canceling feature blocks the din on buses and airplanes. Plus, they are portable for easy transport.
Product Type Headphones Headphones Headphones Headphones Headphones
Weight 6.9 oz 7.3 oz 5.6 oz 5.3 oz 9.2 oz
Additional Features Foldable, L-shaped plug, Noise canceling circuit, Noise-Cancelling Switch Noise cancelling circuit, Foam ear cushions, Active equalization Noise canceling circuit Foldable, Noise canceling circuit, Noise-Cancelling Switch Foldable
Width 6.5 in 5.3 in
Height 7.5 in 7.4 in
Color Silver Black
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