Posted on 23 June 2010. Tags: Canceling, Dangers, headphones, Hidden, noise
Once just thought of as a device to listen to music an increasing buzz has started that many people can really be addicted to regular headphones and noise canceling headphones. Many users can become so involved in what they are listening to, whether it be music, the TV, or playing games, that those noise they are blocking out may be need to be heard to warn of impending danger.
One of the largest problems of headphone addicts is hearing loss. Many ear, nose, and throat doctors have reported an increase in hearing loss cases with those that wear their headphones for extended periods of time. A study showed that among seven hundred high school students surveyed one hundred and fifty were frequent headphone users. Of those, eight had significant hearing impairment. It was found that they would listen to music on average of six hours a day at high volumes. In a follow up study it was concluded that in most cases the hurt was really reversible once they quit listening to music through their headphones or listened at reduce hours and volume.
Other types of hidden dangers include car accidents, hazards at the workplace, and theft. All these risks are associated with the headphone user not being able to hear a car horn warning them of danger, hearing backup alarms from equipment being went in the workplace, and theft from the user losing their awareness of their surroundings.
All the above can be avoided by simply changing a headphone user’s habits. By getting noise canceling headphones the user can protect their hearing. These types of headphones allow you to listen at an appropriate level and not hurt your hearing. Do not wear headphones when you need to be more aware of your surroundings. Just by doing these few simple things will help you avoid the hidden dangers of headphones.
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Posted on 19 June 2010. Tags: Audio, Canceling, headphones, noise, Point, Quiet, review, Technica
Audio Technica Silent Point Headphones have turned me into a total music zombie. These headphones are so excellent that I never want to take them off. Turning the noise canceling feature on it practically eliminates low to mid range frequency noise. Like the noise you would hear from airplane engines, the bus, or on the subway. The company claims that noise will be reduced up to 85%. In my experience that is about right.
The sound quality is tremendous. I was never blown away by turning the volume up or by overusing the equalizer. There was a noticeable lack of huge bass. This was simple to right by setting up my MP3 player correctly. The treble notes were incredibly clear.
The Silent Point headphones are also very comfortable. The ear cups are padded and are really very light considering the amount of stuffing in the cups. They look very similar to the Bose top of the line noise canceling headphones with the black and silver color combination. They also run on a single Triple A battery which will last around 35 hours. The headphones will still work even after the battery quits but the sound quality is just trashed.
Pricing for the headphones are around 0 bucks. They are extremely competitive in sound, comfort, and over all usability as other brands of noise canceling headphones. I reckon the best part is that they do compete with the heavy hitter Bose in that I get the same quality but pay a lot less. Overall a fantastic pair of headphones.
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Posted on 19 June 2010. Tags: Block, Canceling, headphones, noise, Really, They
Noise cancelling headphones are really a fantastic way to block out unwanted noise around your environment. Will they completely eliminate noise? No not completely but they will remove it enough to give you a small peace and silent if you want it. Especially on those long airplane trips or your daily commute on the bus.
These headphones use noise cancellation technology. It works by using battery powered headphones with small microphones that will record and reverse sound frequencies. In return the reverse signal will then block off the noise that is surrounding the listener.
Again let me state that there are no pair of headphones that will completely eliminate noise. Most headphones are only designed to lessen external noise from your environment. So look for quality noise reduction when choosing a set. Also these headphones have a battery compartment built into the cables. You might find this a small bulky. If so then look for some that have the batteries really built into the headphone unit.
Price is always a factor when considering noise reduction headphones. They can range in price from to 0. Remember that you always get what you pay for in a excellent set of headphones. Do research before you consider purchasing and read reviews and articles to get a sense of what feature are available and if they are for you. Most if not all retail outlets offer a return policy from 15 to 30 days. So try them out and make sure they are the best headphones for you.
Remember sometimes silence is golden.
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Posted on 19 June 2010. Tags: Canceling, Convinced, Good, headphones, Listen, noise
Our world is one of life, excitement, joy, and quite a lot of noise as a result of all this. At work we have to deal with noise pollution from the streets, from the legion hum of a thousand workstations, from the coworker chatting to someone three seats down. Home is no reprieve from the noise, assaulting us with barking dogs and dripping sinks, distant leaf blowers and far-too-close chaos from our fellow household members. Even at every step between, we have blaring horns, rumbling trains, coughing, carousing, crying, and generally cacophonous people everywhere. Soundproof headphones serve us by setting this all aside for just a moment, giving us a small oasis of peace, and finally, silent. Whether it’s music we want to fill the void with, or just a minute’s reprieve, headphones can provide whatever is needed.
Of course, not every pair of headphones will block every noise in every given situation. Some headphones eat through batteries, for only a moderate reduction in noise, or worse, the addition of a static, annoying buzz. Others are far too bulky and uncomfortable to be used reliable, and may not even help all that much. Active noise cancellation relies on the sum of a variety of parts; from the microphone that picks up exterior noise, to the computer system that generates a counter-wave to cancel it, to the quality of the headphones’ speakers themselves, and their ability to reliably broadcast the counter signal. Passive headphones need to be built thick, with some materials custom designed to deflect or absorb noise. All of this can drive the price of soundproofing through the roof, but this doesn’t necessarily mean that the more expensive products are necessarily better. Some companies will sell high-priced products that fare not a single bit better than their budget competition, and some diamonds can be found in the rough of the cheaper sets. The only reliable way to make sure a pair of headphones is right for you is to really try them on, and listen. Question your dealer for a trial period, if you can, and see if your online retailer has a send-back policy. Test every pair of headphones that look excellent to you, and settle on the ones that best suit what you need.
The last thing to consider is whether or not you will need extra batteries. Active noise cancellation headphones use too much power to rely on the output from their jack alone, and require extra power, usually in the form of AA batteries. Test your new headphones for battery life, and consider whether or not you can afford this extra maintenance cost. Question how well the headphones deal with rechargeable AA batteries, or whether there are any third-party charger packs, which may offer long term portability, with the added functionality of on-the-go charging in DC or AC power outlets. Headphones should be a blessing to your ears, and never a curse to your wallet. Go out and find a pair of soundproof headphones for you. Your ears deserve it, your music deserves it, and you deserve it.
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Posted on 11 June 2010. Tags: Canceling, Features, Friend, HC500, headphones, Need, noise, Traveller's
Noise canceling headphones are one of those fantastic thoughts whose use is really spreading. It was learned in the 1980′s that by recording frequencies in a noisy environment like a car interior, that when the spikes of loud noise were recorded and the reverse sound wave played back instantaneously, they canceled each other out. Silence reigned.
The auto industry loved the hush silent interiors, and soon after, the legions of travelers who had been boarding trains, cars, and planes with ear plugs to use for the long distance travel when needing sleep was unavoidable, learned the bliss of headphones designed for sleeping. They’ve come a long way since the early days. They are no longer a weird gadget, and now even plug into inflight entertainment or play stereo music from your iPod. The are made by all the mainstream sound companies such as Bose, Panasonic, Philips, Sennheiser and others,
A quality headset will be marked as HC500 noise canceling headphones, but if you have to buy on the glide here are the features to look for.
Have an ear cup style, rather than ear plug. Ear pieces that cover the ear and rest against the skin place less pressure on the ear, not to mention more hygienic. Light weight and compact; so they travel easily and pack safely away in a corner of a suitcase until needed. Foldable; to make them not only more compact but pocket friendly. Sleep friendly; they need a low profile that allows you to sleep on one side while wearing them. Robust; travelers and their luggage are prone to a few more knocks and dents than a stay at home system. An expensive brand name is known for being breakable, so buy carefully. Comfort; they must fit comfortably around the ears, not press on the ears, and not place too much pressure across the top of the head for wearing at extended periods. Top performance; even well known brands have noise reductions that can vary from 80 to 95%, make sure you read the details and buy as high a number as possible. Buy an airline compatible model, with removable lead, for music, movies, ipods and DVD’s for when you’re not asleep.
While sleep is one of the first thoughts that spring to mind, very positive reports have come from people who use lawnmowers and other noisy devices with the noise canceling feature. Noise canceling head phones have a widening range of uses, much more than a sound engineer might have guessed when they were first conceived of.
Sound and silence are often a very individual experience, so it really pays to read up to find the style and performance that fits your unique needs.
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