Although the
headphones
that are most commonly seen today are the so-called
in-ear
(the small ones that are embedded inside the auditory pavilion) for some uses where mobility is not a priority, the classic ones that go above the ears called circumaural or
over-ear
, They are still the best option.
They earn above all to
listen to music at home and in the gamer world
.
And also, they are ideal for those who are used to watching series until late at night, while the roommate prefers to dedicate himself to sleep.
As always in the field of audio, the fidelity they achieve should be paramount when choosing headphones.
And for that, nothing better than trying a couple of models and comparing before deciding to buy.
In this field, manufacturers are offering technologies that reinforce the bass.
For those who have the option to connect wirelessly via
Bluetooth
(BT), it's important to know which generation they have built-in.
The minimum BT step should be 4.2, which is from 2014. BT 5.1 generation, has higher range and speed, maintains low power consumption, high security with encryption and faster pairing.
A detail to take into account is the design, especially in the quality and materials of the pads.
And for those who want the noise of the house not to filter between the chords of the sound of a guitar or the stealthy footsteps of a video game, nothing better than the device having an
active noise cancellation
system (ANC, for Active Noise cancelling).
The secret of acoustic isolation is in the capture of sound waves through one or several microphones integrated into the structure of the device.
The purpose is to generate an opposite wave so that the sum of both produces a much more attenuated wave and therefore is not annoying.
This technology is based on the
theory of wave interference
.
It is the result of creating an artificial and inverted sound shock inside the headphones that, added to the original wave (external environmental noise), results in the total or partial cancellation of the external noise wave.
If one of its uses will be in a bar to work, it is best that they have noise cancellation.
Each manufacturer develops its own technologies and not all are equally effective, so it is interesting to have a reference.
To reduce costs, some brands resort to the so-called passive noise cancellation, which is reduced by blocking outside sound through acoustic insulators.
Another detail to take into account is the design, especially in the quality and materials of the
pads
.
These are usually made of plastic or leather, and in all cases it is better without being velvety.
Next, models that are available in Argentina, with a wide variety of prices and qualities, for the largest number of palates and pockets.
Philips TAH8506BK
Noise reduction Pro. Bluetooth 5.0 multipoint (to connect with two devices at the same time) and removable cable.
Battery for 60 hours of playback.
$54,289.
With elegant design and Pro noise reduction, this Philips model has 40mm speakers.
Multipoint Bluetooth 5.0 (to connect to two devices at the same time) and removable cable.
Frequency range: 7 - 40,000 Hz. Achieves a maximum power input of 30 mW.
Battery for
60 hours
of playback, with noise reduction disabled.
Compatibility with voice assistants.
It is one of the best on the market for $54,289.
Soundcore Life Q20
Active noise cancellation and High-Resolution Audio, with rich bass.
Detachable cable and also wireless via Bluetooth.
$24,999.
They offer active noise cancellation and high-resolution audio, with
intense bass
thanks to BassUp technology, which analyzes the sound profile in real time and “automatically increases low frequencies by 43%”, according to the brand.
40mm audio drivers for high-resolution sound reproduction.
Covers frequencies up to 40 kHz.
Connection with
detachable cable and also wireless via BT 5
, with 30 hours of playback time.
Add velvety soft foam pads, integrated into leather.
$24,999.
Sony WH-1000XM4
It captures ambient sound and transmits the data to a processor, which is responsible for reducing noise.
Bluetooth, wired.
Battery with fast charge.
$99,999.
High quality, they are the 4th generation of wireless noise canceling headphones from the Sony 1000X family.
With two microphones in each earcup, Dual Noise Sensor technology captures ambient sound and transmits the data to the QN1 HD Noise Canceling processor, which is responsible for reducing noise in real time by lowering high and medium frequency sounds.
In addition, they have the Adaptive Sound Control function, which detects the environment and automatically adjusts the settings of the headphones to the ambient sound.
It has Quick Attention mode, which with your right hand on the earpiece,
instantly lowers the volume and lets in outside noise
.
With its battery, 30 hours of playback are reached and it has a fast charge.
With Bluetooth, NFC and 1.2 meter cable (gold plated mini plug).
Frequency response 4 Hz - 40,000 Hz. $99,999.
JBL Tune 760NC
It includes a battery that reaches 35 hours of playback with active noise cancellation.
It has Bluetooth and detachable cable.
$31,999.
Foldable and compact, they have active noise cancellation to block out unnecessary distractions.
With battery that provides up to 35 hours of audio.
It is Bluetooth 5.0 and includes a detachable cable.
Regarding audio, it adds a dynamic frequency response of 20 Hz - 20 kHz and Pure Bass sound.
Google Fast Pair system, to connect to the touch with Android.
$31,999.
Noblex HP350BT
Rechargeable battery with 24 hours of duration at medium volume, with a charging time of 2 hours via USB-C.
$11,499.
With a built-in microphone for hands-free, it has a 24-hour rechargeable battery life at medium volume, with a 2-hour charge time via USB-C.
It is Bluetooth 5.0 and includes a 40mm driver.
Frequency Range: 20Hz-20KHz.
$11,499.
Kilp Xtreme Oasis
Active noise cancellation.
Bluetooth version 5.0.
Auxiliary auxiliary input.
Cable with a length of 1.50 m.
$8,999.
Padded ear cushions that fit the ear and headband that reduces pressure, whether for long work days or for any activity listening to music.
Frequency: 20Hz-20kHz.
Add a rechargeable lithium battery that offers 7 hours of playback with active noise cancellation.
Bluetooth version 5.0.
Auxiliary auxiliary input.
Cable with a length of 1.50 m.
$8,999.
Panacom GM8250BT
Bluetooth that reaches a distance of about 10 meters.
Integrated volume control and good quality ear pads.
$18,000.
50 mm speaker, with surround sound quality.
BT connection that reaches a distance of about 10 meters.
Integrated volume control and good quality pads.
$18,000.
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