Bose QuietComfort 2 Consumer Headphones

Pros: Unbelievable performance, excellent sound.
Cons: Higher priced and somewhat bulky battery compartment.

A few years ago, I was lucky enough to get an upgrade to business class on a flight to London. I sat down with my briefcase nearby, so I could get some work done on the plane. I grabbed my portable CD player and Sony V6 headphones and began to relax....

Pros: Exceptionally light and comfortable. Unbelievably effective noise reduction.
Cons: Cost may seem an issue, but you actually get more than you pay for.

I fly a lot and I've owned and used a variety of noise canceling headphones; including the Sony MDR-NC20 and MDR-NC5. Of the two, the NC20 had better audio but lost the highs that the NC5 seemed to excel in. Both headphones irritated my ears. The cups on...

Pros: fantastic sound, can wear for hours without fatigue, payment plan takes edge off. battery life
Cons: bose reputation (semi improving by me)

As I am typing this, I am yet again listining to the addicting Al Jarreau. Those of you that are familiar with his voice know how his tone and pitch can change in a heartbeat, and how he can be a nightmare for a loudspeaker (or in this case for a ...

Pros: Comfortable, great sound, Bose Quality and fit.
Cons: Battery pack is a bit cumbersome, expensive!

My new job requires me to travel quite frequently. My existing 'bud' style earphones were not doing the job on the long flights so I upgraded to a pair of kenwood 'studio' style headphones ( where your ear is encompassed by the pod ). These had great...

Pros: Comfortable, functional
Cons: Bulkier than ear-buds, battery powered, $$$

I bought a pair of Bose noise reducing headphones in November 2000. I fly a lot and they've allowed me to enjoy listening to music, DVD's, and even the occasional in-flight movie. (Now, if they could do something about airline food...)

It...

Pros: Comfort, good buying experience
Cons: Average performance

B is for the strong Bass sound that is a signature of Bose.
O is for overpriced for the overall listening experience.
S is for Simplicity of construction and use.
E is for Excellent direct sales service and guarantees.
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Pros: Effective, well made, does as advertised
Cons: Bigger than expected

Let me start off by saying I have ears that will not keep earphone buds in ... no matter what I've tried. Thus, since the early days of the Sony Walkman, I've been using foldable headphones, mostly the small ones. Problem with them is that I don't get a...

Pros: Amazing noise cancellation and fantastic sound make these a must buy for travellers!
Cons: Pricey

On a trip to London a few years ago my wife and I were bumped up to first class and were given a pair of the Bose headphones to use for the flight. I thought...cool....and proceed to put them on. Then I thought....WOW!!!!! These headphones are simply ...

Pros: A Godsend to frequent fliers!
Cons: Expensive

I was skeptical of their value after trying out a set of Zoss speakerphones that are supposed to do the same thing. Also, they do not seem to do much standing in the laundry room (for a test at home). But if I never use these for anything but airplane...

Pros: Comfortable and effective
Cons: Price. Can't be used as headphones when Off.

First, read the “Con” reviews. They make some valid points. Then read the “Dentist” review. He has an excellent description of this product. I’m going to try to cover a few other details.

If you’re reading this review, this product...

Pros: comfortable, credible noise cancellation for the most part....
Cons: sound quality, won't work without batteries

These headphones are very comfortable, and do a credible job of electronically reducing noise while on an airplane.

Keep in mind that the noise reduction circuitry works well to reduce the loud engine groan and even the general cabin sound,...

Pros: Blocks almost all ambient noise. Very comfortable even for long periods of time.
Cons: Bass response was lacking. Battery pack a little big.

With the help of these awesome albeit expensive travel companions. For $300, they are a bit on the pricey side, but worth every penny and more if you travel often or on long haul flights. I regularly travel over the pacific on 10+ hour flights and...

Pros: Does exactly what the company claims!
Cons: The pads makes your ears "heat up" after extended use.

I'm a special agent assigned to a one of President cabinet members. This particular cabinet member travels almost as much as all of the rest of the cabinet combined! So to say I know some of the pilots from United, American, and Delta Airlines by first...

Pros: Noise reduction, sound quality, battery life, built-in amp
Cons: Dead batteries prevent use

I tried the Bose headset on faith. The concept of noise-reduction for my daily train commute was very intriguing. I had previously tried headphones up to ~$50 (Koss) that were much better than the open-ear crap that come with walkmans. You'd think...

Pros: Excellent ambient noise masking.
Cons: Price

One of my biggest complaints with airline travel is the noise. The constant drone of aircraft engines and other ambient noises can make it difficult to hear anything clearly and this noise actually causes fatigue. So. When I heard of noise cancellation...