I am a transcriptionist looking to block out background noises, so noise cancellation is extremely important. Are these ~really~ noise cancelling? Also, since I will need to wear them for 8+ hours a day, are they comfortable and lightweight?
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I went for price and paid the penalty. Noise cancelling not too bad but construction is flimsy and they break easily. Cannot recommend them. Rather pay the price amd get a professional set as I did the second time around.
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I've been using noise cancelling earbuds for years (Audio Technica ATH-ANC331) and mostly for yard work (mower, weed eater, blower) and yes they absolutely cut down the noise. There is a ridiculous assumption that noise canceling means you won't here anything. Good grief. I'm trying these because the Audio Technica's had a fair amount of hiss but there was a huge difference in the noise going from passive (buds just in ears) to Active Noise Reduction. Wish people would stop answering questions based on assumptions too "just the facts ma'am" . Total silence, not with any earbud. Hope that helps. I've been using noise cancelling earbuds for years (Audio Technica ATH-ANC331) and mostly for yard work (mower, weed eater, blower) and yes they absolutely cut down the noise. There is a ridiculous assumption that noise canceling means you won't here anything. Good grief. I'm trying these because the Audio Technica's had a fair amount of hiss but there was a huge difference in the noise going from passive (buds just in ears) to Active Noise Reduction. Wish people would stop answering questions based on assumptions too "just the facts ma'am" . Total silence, not with any earbud.... » Read More I've been using noise cancelling earbuds for years (Audio Technica ATH-ANC331) and mostly for yard work (mower, weed eater, blower) and yes they absolutely cut down the noise. There is a ridiculous assumption that noise canceling means you won't here anything. Good grief. I'm trying these because the Audio Technica's had a fair amount of hiss but there was a huge difference in the noise going from passive (buds just in ears) to Active Noise Reduction. Wish people would stop answering questions based on assumptions too "just the facts ma'am" . Total silence, not with any earbud. Hope that helps. « Show Less
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They are not noise canceling. However, safety is in the hands of the user when it comes to audio devices. Depending on the multiple variables of the user along with the desired volume any headphone or ear bud could easily block elemental noise.
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85 db compares to busy street noise, or a vacuum cleaner. These headphones in NO WAY come close to being able to block that level of noise with it's so called noise cancellation effect. It can only mask outside noise of that intensity by making it's own noise, that is, by serving in a headphone capacity and playing music or other such input. Noise "cancellation" is a grossly misleading appelation when applied to these headphones. They DON'T block noise to any appreciable extent--not like ear plugs or shooter's headphones do/would... which is what I suggest you need if you're looking to protect your ears, not blow more noise into them.
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I wore them on airplane sitting next to jets, and let me tell you, it was PHENOMENAL. I barely heard the roar, and it was very comfortable listening to music on LOW volume....So i would say they're noise-canceling.
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For me they wouldn't do to well on a long plane trip because they lack in noise cancellation... which is both good and bad I guess. All the background noise will kill some of the depth and quality these headphones can produce, but you'll be able to hear announcements or when someones trying to talk to you. I'm always amazed at the sound quality I get in the middle of the night when it's dead quiet.
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Wish I had more experience so I could help you better. They are a pretty snug fit for me. If your heading aids stick out beyond the back of your ear I wouldn't think they would be a good option for you. On the other hand if they don't extend beyond your ears I would imagine they would work just fine. As for your 2nd question I'm guessing the $79 dollar set doesn't have the noise canceling feature which works great!!!
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These headphones don't have active noise canceling; however they do have noise isolation, or "passive" noise canceling. It's like when you cup your hands over your ears. They're actually not that bad at it either. I've had to use the MDR10R for in-ear monitors on stage before and I couldn't intelligibly hear anything that wasn't coming from them.
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I don't think any headphones are comfortable to wear for a long time. But I've worn the BOSE noiseless, and I would say these are pretty up there. I take trans-Pacific flights (10-13 hours), so that means I've worn these for about 15 hour stretches. I wouldn't say I didn't feel they were there, but think of the alternatives (tremendous engine/air conditioning noise). So these are definitely a must-have! Also, I don't believe in buying any headsets over $120 or $150 unless you're a snobby "audiophile." So these are your best bet!
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They do more than most headphones but they are not noise cancelling so not completely. For example without music you CAN hear people talking that are a few feet away, but with music you CAN NOT. Hope this helped. I would recommended these headphones, they're great.
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The headphones have noise cancellation, but all that does is block out outside/ambient sound. So while they prevent outside noise from getting in, they don't stop noise from getting out. From my experience though, even when turned up loudly, it was not able to be heard by others.
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Not too bad, but of course they're not really designed as noise-cancelling specifically. I wore them on a 14 hour flight from LA to Sydney and it certainly made a difference though.
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IMO they cancel noise decently. I use them at home, on my desktop pc, while the tv is on. My TV is about 5 feet away from my pc. I bought them more because they were for my son and halfway durable and has a decent range of size adjustments.
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I wouldn't say it's true noise cancelling. For example, I have the headphones on right now and I'm at my office. I have the volume fairly low, and I can still hear everyone around me talking. Then again, I have freakishly good hearing. If I turn the volume up though (a good amount), but not all the way up that it's deafening, then yes, the noise drowns out and I can see people's mouths moving but not hear anything. I have tried my friend's headphones that are Noise Cancelling (the expensive ones that start with the letter "B" and end in "E") and those are true noise cancelling. Meaning, even with the volume all the way down, I can't hear anything. But in my opinion, these headphones are perfect... I couldn't picture running with noise cancelling headphones and not hear an oncoming car for example. I like that when I don't want to hear anything, I simply turn the volume up 2 notches, and if I want to make things out enough that I'm aware of my surroundings, I simply turn it down a few notches. Overall, these headphones have been one of the best purchases I've made.
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I have only used them when flying and they are very effective suppressing the noise and protecting my inner ears. They have dual type of usage for noise control...
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I strongly advise against the use of these for the purpose you suggested, if your flight is medium to long haul. Like all noise protection devices, these are heavily sprung for the reason of better noise dampening. The pressure on ear would be painful with increased time (&gt;2 hours) . Full rounded cups would be more comfortable (like pilots wear, racing pit crew, airport staff, etc..). Perhaps occupational types are better suited for your needs.
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I have. Their size is a little tough for long flights, as they slip around on the ear a bit, making it tough to sleep. The sound quality is fine, though. I've never really believed that true Noise-cancelling was all that necessary as long as you have good coverage in an over-ear set.