To begin with, you will get rid of the misstatement headphones popular in the environment: no, not all in-ear headphones are noise-canceling only because they are inserted into the ear canal and have blocking the sound of insertion. In fact, it is sound insulation, which is essentially passive suppression of noise. Real noise-repeating headphones have a special active apparatus, which destroys the input noise, and not just blocks. The effect turns out to be deeper and complicated than from ordinary headphones.
Most manufacturers are not taken for the overwhelming noise headphones due to technological complexity. With small headphones, it is difficult to produce a similar process, and if something is obtained, the result is not brilliant. In addition, the apparatus for active noise suppression gives headphones weight and uncomfortable volume, breaking the concept of light headphones that can always be worn with you. Only a handful of companies can produce a similar product, so collecting a selection of the 5 best-in-saving headphones with noise reduction was not difficult.
Headphones AKG K 391 NC - Powerful Player
Pros: Convenient control panel and microphone
Minuses: Weak bass
Most manufacturers are concentrated on noise suppression by sacrificing sound transmission quality. AKG comes with another way, creating excellent headphones, which, besides, reduce the level of external noise. At least in a certain world. By themselves, the headphones are much easier than their fellow, but despite the modest size, the quality of the transfer even complex audioters leaves audiophiles satisfied. The model is equipped with a control panel on a wire and microphone, which is rarely found and therefore pleasant, headphones become comfortable not only for passive listening to music. The fact that the headphones are suitable for a large number of phones and other devices. A small streamlined device, an overwhelming noise, is charged from USB, but since the quality of noise cancellation is medium, one could add any other functions.
Price: from 4 390 rubles.
Headphones Audio-Technica ATH-ANC23 - Main - Price
Pros: Rich, Full Sound Disclosure
Minuses: uncomfortable convex form of headphones
Generally accepted expensive Audio-Technica (especially their large models) decided to release an inexpensive model ANC23, and what else. Surprisingly low price and more than a demolition level of noise cancellation, which and provides a reduction of both constant noise and sharp sounds. Working, headphones are increasing the sound, in fact, without making it louder. The sound is revealed brighter, overlapping the background hiss produced by the noise cancellation system, and dries the chatty neighbor, the engine of the car and noisy children. Minus, in the need to use the AAA battery and the impossibility of recharging, as well as in a massive device with a lighter size, on a wire that will easily pull out the earphones from the ears if it is not hooked.
Price: from 4,690 rubles.
BOSE QUIETCOMFORT 20 / 20I - Holy Grail
Pros: Losing music, even if the battery of the noise-canceling device
Minuses: There are cheaper headphones with the best sound.
We do not want to allocate favorites, each of your opinions, however, if you are looking for the best small headphones, overwhelming any noise as high quality, like their major fellows, you should be better suitable for QuietComfort 20 and 20i. However, the price for silence ourselves. First of all, it should be noted that the difference between 20 and 20i in compatible devices. 20i is designed for Apple devices, and 20 for all others. Power is carried out from a rechargeable lithium battery, perfectly working over 16 hours, and noise cancellation level is not equal in the headphone market. Inserts are suitable for long flights and do not cause any pain when landing. Characteristic for BOSE sound effects are present here, but you will not throw you out of the chair.
Price: from 14,800 rubles.
Sony MDR-NC13 headphones - overvalued
Pros: Surprisingly saturated bass for insert headphone
Minuses: suppress only constant noise
First of all, it is worth saying that in different stores the price of them may vary, so before buying it is worth looking for a better price. NC13 - Unusual products that do not like everything. The headphones themselves attached a pair of tiny microphones capturing outside noise to eliminate it more effectively. In addition, there is a 13.5-millimeter driver behind headphones, which is also engaged in noise reduction, but it looks strange and can scare away both you and anyone who will throw a look at your head. Noise reduction is quite high-quality, although it is possible and better, but in the inclusive state, the noise canceller does not affect the quality of music at all, which benefits from these headphones among their fellows, the sound in which changes when the noise-raid sound is changed.
Price: 4 750 rub.
Phiaton 220 NC Headphones - Wireless Miracle
Pros: Synchronized with two Bluetooth devices
Minuses: uncomfortable management
Tie headphones are not simply compatible with Bluetooth, but also equipped with an excellent NFC working system, and synchronization with the device occurs instantly, and you do not need to shame with a Bluetooth connection. 14.3 mm drivers support the range from 10Hz to 27 kHz, providing a clean sound without metallic tops and mercury bottoms. The appearance of the streamlined, stylish and modern, but several questions are hidden behind aesthetics. The technical component, of course, is good, but at the expense of her headphones weigh more, but still need Bluetooth and ANC devices. This negates all the charm of wireless headphones - the wires are not needed, but you need a large device that you have to be attached to the clothes. Noise cancellation at height, but not perfect, and through music slipping hiss when the noise cancel is turned on. In general, the impression is better than that of individual aspects.
- 1. Rating insert headphones
- 2. QCY QY7 Black-Green
- 3. Xiaomi Mi Anc Type-C in-Ear Earphones
- 4. Plantronics BackBeat GO
- 5. AUDIO-TECHNICA ATH-ANC40BT
- 6. Sennheiser CXC 700
- 7. Rating of full-sized headphones
- 8. Audio-Technica ATH-ANC50IS
- 9. JBL E65BT.
- 10. Plantronics BackBeat Pro 2 SE
- 11. SONY WH-1000XM2
- 12. Bowers & Wilkins (B & W) PX
No music lover can present his life without good headphones. And if listening to music often falls on the street or in public transport, then such a criterion of headphones as active noise reduction becomes one of the most important. And today the focus on noise reduction headphones.
Rating inserted headphones
It will be the traditional top-10 of the best noise reduction headphones, among which they got both full-sized headphones and miniature plug-in.
QCY QY7 Black-Green
Price: 1274 rubles. 
QCY QY7 Black-Green - good budget headphones with a pleasant design. The accessory refers to the category of wireless and works through Bluetooth. At the same time, headphones can boast a good degree of autonomy - the total charge is enough for 6.5 hours listening to music. The sound is reproduced in the range of 20-20000 Hz. Of course, the sound QCY QY7 Black-Green is far from the top, but for its price category is very worthy. But the outstanding noise-informing properties of this model, alas, is no different.
Xiaomi Mi Anc Type-C in-Ear Earphones
Price: 2890 rubles. 
Unlike the model above, Xiaomi Mi ANC has a wider frequency range of 20 - 40,000 Hz, as well as clearer and clean sound. They are connected through the USB Type-C connector. Active noise reduction dries almost all low and medium frequencies, so you can even enjoy music in the subway. In general, quite good headphones for an acceptable price that will delight with pleasant sound. But no minus - no equalizer does not work with these headphones.
Plantronics Backbeat Go.
Price: 4000 rubles. 
Plantronics Backbeat GO is distinguished by miniature design and small weight, thanks to which these headphones are almost not felt on the ears. In this case, the accessory gives excellent sound quality, as well as the level of noise cancellation, even in comparison with more expensive models. However, compactness and wireless type have played a headphones with a screw joke - with the active listening of music full charge, only 4 hours are missing. If low autonomy does not confuse you, then Plantronics BackBeat GO will give you a lot of pleasant moments.
Audio-Technica ATH-ANC40BT
Price: 9200 rubles. 
In second place, another Audio-Technica ATH-ANC40BT wireless headphones. The headset provides high sound quality and even gives well-tangible bass, especially if playing with an equalizer. The active noise reduction system is well molding low and medium frequencies. It pleases autonomy - charge is enough for 8 hours active listening to music. Another distinctive feature of this model was the possibility of connecting also through the cable, however, in this case, the noise suppression system will not work.
Sennheiser CXC 700.
Price: 10490 rubles. 
And finally, the best in its class plug-in headphones Sennheiser CXC 700. Among their advantages, clean sound with high-quality noses and the most pronounced bass among similar accessories. The digital active noise reduction system also works better in comparison with the closest competitors. Among other things, Sennheiser CXC 700 is one of the most ergonomic and convenient models. As a minus, it is possible not to note the most expressive high frequencies, however, against the background of the general quality of the sound, it is not so critical.
Rating full-sized headphones
Audio-Technica ATH-ANC50IS
Price: 6990 rubles. 
Cheap Wireless headphones Audio-Technica ATH-ANC50IS provide sound at frequencies 20 - 20000 Hz. The gadget refers to a wireless type and has a high degree of autonomy - up to 40 hours of operation. The model is characterized by both good passive noise insulation and a worthy system of active noise reduction. True, high noises are blocked by order worse. But the main disadvantage of Audio-Technica ATH-ANC50IS has not become the most reliable design, it is quite simple to break these headphones.
JBL E65BT.
Price: 7000 rubles. 
JBL E65BT is a wireless model that will have to fans of large headphones, comfortable on the head and ears. As for the sound, the range of 20 - 20000 Hz is more accomplished to high-quality noses, although the final result does not cause special complaints. Noise reduction at level. It is pleasant to make a high degree of autonomy - with the inclusive noise canceling of the complete charge of the device enough for 15 hours of continuous operation. Fast charging in stock.
Plantronics BackBeat Pro 2 SE
Price: 14990 rubles. 
Another headphones from Plantronics, but this time a full-size type. BackBeat Pro 2 SE demonstrate a good surround sound, which contributes deep bottoms and pronounced tops. Noise reduction is not perfect, but at a good level and nothing is inferior to other models of this price category. It is worth noting and good autonomy, the charge of the headphones is enough for 24 hours, and the function of the automatic pause allows you to save it.
Sony WH-1000XM2
Price: 27999 rubles. 
Sony WH-1000xm2 has everything that high-quality headphones should have. This is an excellent sound in the range of 4 - 40000 Hz with a special wire for listening to high resolution audio. This is one of the best systems of active "smart" noise cancellation with individual settings, allowing to enjoy excellent sound even at high altitude. This is a minimalist design with high autonomy. But it is worth the model at the same time.
Bowers & Wilkins (B & W) PX
Price: 29990 rubles. 
Headphones are a Bowers & Wilkins model (B & W) PX practically no competitors. The gadget provides better sound in its class with an almost ideal frequency balance, which complements the system of intelligent noise cancellation adapting to different conditions of the external environment. In these headphones, nothing can distract you from listening to music either in the metro car or in the cabin of the aircraft. In addition, the device boasts an ergonomic design and good autonomy. As a lack, it can be noted except for their considerable cost. This is the rating of 2019, in which only the best headphones with active noise cancellation are completed. We hope that he helped you solve the difficult question of choosing a headset, and the headphones themselves will delight both their sound, and the ability to protect them from the noise of the world outside the ambush.
Updated: 02/13/2019 11:25:05
Expert: Vladislav Samoshkin
* Overview of the best editorial board. On the selection criteria. This material is subjective, not advertising and does not serve as a guide to purchase. Before buying, you need consultation with a specialist.
Increasingly, people use headphones outside their home. And what are they encounter, for example, in public transport? That's right, with outsiders. The hum in the subway is able to interrupt music, especially if a person does not use "plugs", but overhead headphones. This problem solves the active noise reduction system. However, in many models, it works inadequately - the music is complemented by some extra sounds that annoy stronger people. That is why we decided to tell you about those headphones where the noise reduction system is fully implemented. Well, the models considered by us are also hardly ideal.
Rating of the best headphones with active noise reduction
Very expensive headphones belonging to full-size type. This means that they completely cover even the biggest ears. This allows you to escape from external noise even without activating the corresponding function. Penetrated through the body of the cups will only be the loudest sounds - for example, a hum in the plane or people talking on the subway. It is for driving such sounds that an active noise reduction system is used. It works with two microphones, there are no complaints to the quality of this function. This is one of the few models that ideally shows even without inclusion of music - some buyers activate only noise reduction to fall asleep in the train or plane, because the complete silence promotes it well.
Like most headphones discussed here, the model called Bose QuietComfort 35 uses to connect to the smartphone wireless Bluetooth technology. The first synchronization is carried out as quickly as possible - this process speeds up the NFC chip. Unfortunately, the support of the APTX codec is not there, so do not even hope for perfect sound. The worst impressions remain from the upper frequencies. I am glad that there is a 3.5mm entrance for the audio cable. But the sound quality with a wired connection grows not too much. Many buyers declare that they would like to be so expensive headphones to sound noticeably better.
You can not recognize that at certain moments the audio cube can still save. We are talking about those cases when the user forgets to charge the battery built into the headset. If the battery is fully charged, then you can count on 16-20 hours of sound.
The product turned out to be sufficiently heavy. But what other full-size headphones weigh less than 310 grams? And do not forget that microphones entered the representative of our rating - they allow not only to save from external noise, but also to talk on the phone. Interestingly, a pair connection is implemented here. Another curious "chip" is a timer on shutdown. Some other functions are available to the user - to search them in the Bose Connect application.
Large size of this headset you will like it. Due to the fact that the ears are completely fitted inside, soon the feeling completely disappears that something wearing something on the head. Perhaps, Bose QuietComfort 35 is worth it for the sake of perfect design. No wonder in the name of the accessory there is a word "comfort". But try to find an instance for relatively little money - you should not spend more than 25 thousand rubles for such headphones, which are asked by default for them.
Dignity
- Comfortable landing on the head;
- Possible connection on the wire;
- There is an NFC chip;
- Included there is a case;
- Advanced using the Bose Connect application functionality.
disadvantages
- Long recharging;
- High frequencies are strongly dropped;
- Active noise reduction does not save during the call on the phone;
- Voice notifications only in English.
One more full-sized headphones in our ranking. Many experts believe that this is the standard in the world of products, complemented by a system of active noise cancellation. Indeed, it is impossible not to admit that this feature works in the best way. It is necessary to include noise reduction, any sounds in the subway, an airplane or anywhere are stopped for you. You can walk even about the sorting slide on the railway, where cars are faced with each other.
This model connects to the smartphone or other portable Bluetooth device. At the same time, Sony has introduced here support for APTX and APTX codecs. If the smartphone can work with such codecs, then you can hear the sound in CD quality. That is, you will not make sense to listen to MP3 music - you will immediately hear all the unpleasant nuances of the compression effect.
A nfc chip can be considered a pleasant bonus, significantly accelerating synchronization. Much more useful looks like a gold-plated 3.5mm connector. It allows you to use headphones even if their battery was discharged. Also, the audio cable will regularly use those people at the disposal of which a simple smartphone, devoid of sound processor and support for the APTX codec. The length of the complete cable is 1.2 m, which is enough in the overwhelming majority.
Inside, the usual 40mm membranes are located inside here. Also somewhere inside the headphones there is a very capacious battery. His full charge can be enough for 35 hours. At the very least, the manufacturer declares such numbers. In practice, it all depends on the quality of the Bluetooth signal, the volume of noise around and, of course, the volume of the sound. But in any case, you will be waiting for a record duration of autonomous work.
An interesting feature of the product is quick switching to surround mode. This allows you to ride in headphones on a bike - you will definitely hear the signal of the approaching car or the passage of the passerby.
Based on our description, it may seem that the headset is perfect. Unfortunately, it is impossible to name any headphones with active noise reduction. This representative of this rating is too expensive - at least 30 thousand rubles are asked for him in Russian stores. Also confuse the fact that when using the Bass enhancement and some other useful functions, there is a transition to an outdated SBC codec. Another disadvantage will notice people who use headphones on the street at a minus temperature - the sensor on the right ear in such conditions simply refuses to work! Not everyone will like and voice alerts about each change in the level of noise cancellation - it is impossible to disable them, there is no such item even in the corporate application. By the way, the running program is very devouring the smartphone battery charge - it also strains.
Dignity
- There is an NFC chip, accelerating synchronization;
- Good sound quality;
- Stable work on Bluetooth;
- It is possible to connect the audio cable;
- There is support for the APTX codec;
- The optimization of atmospheric pressure is implemented;
- Through an application, an additional functionality can be used;
- Included there is a case.
disadvantages
- Some voice alerts are bored;
- Recharging takes three hours;
- Sensory control stops working in the cold.
It is impossible not to recognize that externally, this representative of the rating of the best headphones with active noise reduction differs from its competitors. The plastic headband is complemented here with metal frames, which are already attached cups. The latter are full-sized - the ears in them literally immerse. External noises are almost not heard even if you just put this accessory. Well, if you use active noise reduction, then you can hear only some jackhammer working at all next to you. By the way, here this feature uses four microphones!
The manufacturer managed to make it greatly relieve the design. 258 grams are felt on the head only at first. Sennheiser also decided to release several versions of these headphones - they differ in the colors. And it is impossible not to celebrate the price tag - Russian stores are asked for this model no more than 22 thousand rubles.
Headphones are connected to a portable device via Bluetooth 4.0. If it has support for the APTX codec, then you can enjoy the sound close to the CD quality! However, it depends on several other factors - for example, from the presence of a full-fledged DAC and the format of the reproduced file in the smartphone. It should be noted that there is a NFC chip here, which significantly speeds up the pairing with the device.
This model can be used as a headset. However, the pair connection and support of other similar technologies do not expect - on this manufacturer saved. It is good that here at least a voice set is working. Also, headphones allow you to manage music playback - for this apply the corresponding mechanical buttons on one of the cups.
The product includes a very capacious battery. Buyers write that a complete charge is enough for 22 hours of operation - it is an excellent result. But if the charge is dried, then this is not the end! There is a audio train, thanks to which a wired connection is carried out. It should be noted that the sound is transmitted through the cable in better quality - this is noticeable.
The active noise reduction system here works in constant mode. This is the main difference between this rating representative from most competitors. On the one hand, someone may want to turn it off, but will not receive this opportunity. On the other hand, this feature works so well that it practically does not affect the sound quality. By the way, this is a rare case when active noise reduction continues to work even with a wired connection.
Perhaps the headphones turned out to be very good, they deserve money spent on them. Problems may occur only in people with large ears - it is likely that the landing of the headset will seem uncomfortable. This is due to the small diameter of the incubuser used here.
Dignity
- There is an NFC chip;
- Stable Bluetooth connection;
- Possible connection by cable;
- Three colors of the body to choose from;
- The active noise reduction system works almost perfect;
- Comfortable folding design;
- There is support for the APTX codec;
- Not very high weight;
- High-quality mechanical keys.
disadvantages
- Not a very large diameter of the amcusur;
- Disable noise impossible;
- The price is still high;
- Management may seem uncomfortable.
Another Bluetooth headphones supporting wired connection. They belong to the overhead type. The size is very large, and in appearance it can immediately be said about maximum reliability. It is unlikely that such headphones will break even after falling to the floor from the height of human growth. The disadvantage of such a design is a big weight - it reaches 335 grams.
Like other headphones reviewed in this article, Bowers & Wilkins PX headset is wireless. Inside it is a battery with a capacity of 850 mAh. The manufacturer declares that his total charge is enough for 22 hours of autonomous work. In practice, this parameter strongly depends on the codec used, the volume of the sound and some other factors. But in any case, even 15 hours is an excellent result that allows you to not use the charger for a whole week (unless you do not listen to music all day).
The microphone here is applied not only to implement the active noise reduction system. With it, you can talk, using mobile communication - the interlocutor will hear you very well. Synchronization with a smartphone is carried out via Bluetooth 4.1. Madly pleased that the manufacturer endowed these headphones supporting APTX HD codec. If you have a flagship smartphone at your disposal, then the likelihood is that it will pass music to the headset in CD quality! We recommend the owners of simple devices to abandon the wireless connection method by using a complete cable. In this case, you will hear the maximum on which 40 mm membranes used here are capable.
Headphone electronics is endowed with three environmental filters, which allows the active noise reduction system to work as accurately as possible. But experts note that in this regard, the product is still inferior to the models discussed above. By the way, the manufacturer recommends downloading its application to use additional functionality - it is perfect working at all on all smartphones.
Dignity
- Included there is a case;
- Possible work on Bluetooth;
- Long autonomous work;
- Implemented support for the APTX HD codec;
- Good sound quality;
- Pleasant physical buttons.
disadvantages
- Headphones turned out very heavy;
- There is no folding mechanism;
- The application is far from ideal yet.
This representative of our rating is different from competitors a lower price. You can buy these headphones for 12-15 thousand rubles, depending on the online store you chose. At the same time, this model is almost no different from more expensive products in many respects. It also works on Bluetooth. There is also a 3.5-millimeter audio connector on its enclosure, allowing you to use a wired connection if the battery is dried. Here even support for the APTX codec is present! In short, the buyer can accurately count on high sound quality, whatever connection method it does not use. Of course, subject to the presence of a good source of sound. Stupid to try to connect such a headset to a simple mobile phone for listening to compressed MP3 files.
It is curious that the NFC chip is embedded in Plantronics BackBeat Pro 2. This means that the pairing can be accelerated - the connection to the smartphone will occupy just a couple of seconds. As for the time of autonomous work, the manufacturer declares 24 hours. We make a correction to increasing the volume of sound and some other factors, resulting in 18-20 hours. Excellent result!
The recharge of the battery lasts three hours. While this is a standard for such headphones. There is no controversy, some models support fast charging, but usually they are or not equipped with a system of active noise cancellation, or brushfully sound - at least not good enough to fall into our rating.
Despite the capacious battery inside, the headphones weigh 289. Not bad for full-size design! Please note that the manufacturer endowed his creation very soft amop, as a result of which the headset is able to boast a dense planting. However, some people write in reviews that even too tight - this model gives it to the ears. But it is extremely difficult to abandon it, since in this price segment it is almost impossible to find other headphones with noise reduction that would sound as well.
Dignity
- Included there is a simple case;
- There is support for the APTX codec;
- Bluetooth works without any problems;
- Built into the NFC chip;
- Very long autonomous work;
- Not very high cost.
disadvantages
- Ergonomics suits not everyone;
- Too long informational messages;
- Headphone removal sensors from head is better to immediately disable;
- Some instances are still deprived of noise cancellation systems.
More enough inexpensive headphones, who fell into our rating including thanks to the support of the APTX codec. If you connect a headset to a good Bluetooth smartphone, then you can appreciate the sound quality. Of course, it is recommended to listen exclusively files in FLAC and ALAC formats.
These headphones are not necessary only in wireless mode. On one of the cups there is an audio jack to which the complete cable is connected. In wired mode, headphones can work for a long time. Bluetooth also spends the charge of the built-in battery - it is enough for about a half dozen hours of sound.
The headset belongs to full-size type. This means that her incubusers are fully tight of the ears. Well, the system of active noise reduction allows you to hide from foreign sounds.
It is possible to disappear in this case only about the materials used. It hurts a lot of plastic is involved in the manufacture. Yes, thanks to this, the product turned out very light - its weight does not exceed 200 grams. But questions appear to reliability. Perhaps, we still do not recommend such a purchase to those people who are not a model of accuracy.
Dignity
- Well-working active noise reduction system;
- Long autonomous work;
- A disconnected cable is used;
- Stable synchronization via Bluetooth;
- Low cost;
- There is support for APTX;
- Low weight;
- Comfortable folding mechanism;
- Good sound quality.
disadvantages
- The design cannot be called particularly reliable;
- Recharge can not be called a vehicle.
The most affordable representative of our rating. For this bluetooth, the headset is asked about 10 thousand rubles, and sometimes it can be purchased at a lower price. At the same time, the product belongs to a full-size type, and within its cups there are familiar 40 mm speakers. There is a microphone here - it is with its help that a system of active noise cancellation works. Also, the microphone can be used to talk on the phone. But you may encounter problems in a noisy room - the interlocutor in such conditions will be heard rather outsiders, rather than your voice.
Despite not very high cost, the accessory looks expensive. An unprepared person may well think that you bought headphones for several tens of thousand rubles. For the sound, too, it is impossible to say that the manufacturer tried to save somehow. The basses in music are well felt, while they do not muffle the upper or average frequencies. Such headphones will make sure you go with MP3 to better music file formats.
It is impossible not to mark high-quality assembly. It is felt that such a headset should accurately survive a random drop on a solid surface from the height of human growth. I am pleased with the fact that it is not necessary to use headphones in a pair with a smartphone exclusively through a Bluetooth connection. On the case there is a familiar jack for the audio cable, which allows in the case of the battery discharged to get wired headphones. However, such situations rarely happen, because the built-in battery is enough for 20-25 hours of sound. But here also support for the APTX codec is present! This means that the sound quality with a wireless connection is almost no different from the fact that you will hear when using the cable. Of course, this is true only for those cases when music is taken from a smartphone, which also supports APTX.
Headphones Sennheiser HD 4.50 BTNC are supplied with a cover that is quite capable of useful. To recharge the headset, the Micro-USB connector is used. We did not make this fact in the list of disadvantages, as so far an outacious Micro-USB is used in the overwhelming majority of wireless headphones.
Dignity
- Good sound quality;
- The price tag cannot be called overestimated;
- Excellent work of the squirrel;
- Very long autonomous work;
- Stable connection via Bluetooth;
- Comfortable landing;
- Possible wired connection;
- Included there is a case;
- APTX support has been implemented.
disadvantages
- Very long recharging;
- When conversing the microphone takes too much external noise.
Conclusion
Unfortunately, the technology of active noise reduction is still far from ideal. Even in those headphones, about whom in this article, the real Meloman will feel the imposition of foreign sounds. It remains to be rejected that the activation of noise cancellation is required not too often, and when the function is turned off, the headphones show themselves from the best side.
With active noise reduction cost as a premium class model compared to conventional headphones. But if you get to work on public transport every day, then they are worth it. Even the most gloomy morning in the subway does not seem so unbearable when you can enjoy a couple of favorite tracks without distracting outsiders. In addition, you will not have to include the maximum volume that negatively affects your rumor to stroke the noise.
Fortunately, the sound quality of the headphones with active noise reduction has improved significantly in recent years. Now it is not necessary to choose that it is more important for you - a good sound or no irritant noise.
How to choose the best active noise reduction headphones
If you decide to purchase such headphones, you need to immediately pay attention to a few moments.
The first thing you need to decide is: you want a plug-in model (noise reduction plugs), large full-size or overhead headphones, and maybe you are looking for Bluetooth headphones. In the headphones inserts, all the elements necessary for noise cancellation are located in a special building, which is attached to the wire in wired models or is attached behind the neck and to the collar in wireless models. In full-size models, for example, in popular headphones, the company, elements that ensure noise reduction are in the headphones themselves. It is much more convenient.
One of the features of the headphones was that while you do not turn on the noise reduction, there will be no sound. Thus, when the battery is discharged, the headphones become useless. Fortunately, the new wireless model was finalized. Now that the battery is discharged, the headphones can be connected via the cable and continue listening to music, but without noise reduction. Some other models have the same features, and others do not have. Remember this, if you know that often during the day you do not have the opportunity to recharge the headphones.
The battery life also has become more. Nowadays, you can easily find a model that works without recharging to 20 or even up to 50 hours. Many models are attached by branded blocks for recharging, while others work on old good AA / AAA batteries.
Some headphones are equipped with technologies that will allow you to hear if necessary, what happens around: you can temporarily disable noise reduction or reduce its intensity. In such headphones, how, you can customize the level of active noise reduction, and in others, for example, there is a smart mode that will allow you to hear the sounds of the surrounding world with a special microphone.
Headphones with active noise cancellation use microphones that track the surrounding sounds. Then, using some technical devices, the headphones create a wave with an inverted phase. The waves in the interference process are mixed into a new wave and suppress each other. The result cannot be called 100%, but from repeating sounds this technology can largely get rid. The system is aimed at such sounds as a hum of aircraft, noise from the air conditioner or fan, and to a lesser extent on the sound of the transport flow. If you use active noise reduction in combination with music, you will not hear most of the surrounding sounds.
The sound quality and level of comfort in the latest models of headphones with active noise reduction reached a new level. In early models, there was a strange and annoying hiss and felt unpleasant pressure. The sound quality of the latest models in its brightness and energy is comparable to the sound of headphones without noise reduction.
1st place.
Main characteristics:
- Full-sized headphones;
- Adjustable active noise reduction;
- aPTX Bluetooth.
Sony MDR-1000X - the best headphones with active noise reduction available at the moment. They block most of all surrounding noise. Moreover, they are wireless and support APTX Bluetooth. Smart technologies allow you to configure the level of transmitting surrounding sounds to, for example, do not miss an important announcement at the airport. QUICK LISTEN mode deserves special attention, which timelies music and broadcasts surrounding sounds to headphones. Now you do not need to remove headphones every time to spread the word with a friend. Management is carried out by one touch of the cup. They are comfortable, and the battery is enough for a long time. The sound quality of MDR-1000X is just beautiful.
2nd place.
Main characteristics:
- Full-sized headphones;
- Active noise reduction;
- Bluetooth.
Bose QuietComfort 35 is characterized as excellent quality of active noise reduction as QuietComfort 25, but also the fact that this is a wireless model with Bluetooth support. It makes QuietComfort 35 even more comfortable, and the battery is enough for a decent time.
3rd place.
Main characteristics:
- Full-sized headphones;
- Active noise reduction;
- Passive listening mode.
Sony MDR-100ABN H.Ear On Wireless combines modern urban design, functionality and excellent quality of active noise reduction. The price of them is quite accessible, so they have already fastened many competitors. These overhead headphones completely close the ear shells, but at the same time they are very comfortable. They support Bluetooth APTX and own LDAC codec, which is useful if you use the player or. The battery is enough for 20 hours, which is a lot, and if the battery is discharged, you can connect headphones using a cable and a 3.5 mm connector.
4th place.
Main characteristics:
- Full-sized headphones;
- Active noise reduction;
- Passive listening mode.
The last model of headphones for trips to work AKG N60 definitely deserves attention. Noise suppression at a good level. In addition, they are compact and comfortable. Some of their price may seem overestimated, but when compared with competitors, everything makes sense.
5th place.
Main characteristics:
- Full-sized headphones;
- Active noise reduction;
- 24 hours of battery work.
Plantronics BackBeat Pro is a great pair of full-sized headphones whose batteries are enough for 24 hours of continuous operation, and if you turn off noise reduction, then the headphones will delight you to 60 hours. The sound quality of this model is excellent, noise cancellation works efficiently, and it is easy to use controllers. The only drawback is convenience. Cups could be made softer.
6th place.
Main characteristics:
- Full-sized headphones;
- Active noise reduction;
- 3-button remote control for iOS and Android.
Bose QuietComfort 25 is an excellent pair of noise reduction headphones, especially for urban residents. They are characterized by a more youth design than most models of the QUIETCOMFORT collection, and noise cancellation works fine. However, they cannot withstand comparisons with AKG N60.
Interest in headphones with noise reduction in Russia appears very slowly, many are generally looking at accessories with disregard, they say, all this is a stupid waste of money. I bought a smartphone, you need to spend the rest. This approach can be compared with how the costs of the car are the starting drivers, they say, here is a car, it stands (for example), one hundred thousand. I can afford it. But what about gasoline costs, service, insurance, parking, fines? You need to think about it right away. With accessories the same story. If you often fly, it is important to take care of your brain. And what destroys it? It destroys noise. Children cry, adults talk or sing songs, a neighbor is trying to communicate. Overhead headphones with noise reduction - perfect protection. You give to understand the neighbors that you do not want to talk. You save from noise. You have a good mood, the brain is saved. So is it worth it to spend money? Of course! I note that such headphones will save you not only on the plane, but also in the office, and in public transport, and at home, if you need to easily listen to music, even if the neighbors started repair from all sides. And immediately, I will say that even the best headphones with the ANC system (Active Noise Control) will not be able to make miracles and completely protect you from very high volume, something will leak. But in any case, your ears and head will suffer much less.
And last. All these headphones I tested personally and I recommend everything to you - during the New Year's travels, the noise will come in handy. By the way, this is also a good, useful gift.
Headphones
Parrot Zik
In Parrot, the second generation was already shown in Parrot, I had the opportunity to see this model alive, listen, impressive - True, I can not say anything about the start of sales. But now it's not too late to buy the first generation ZIK. The model is extremely successful and will especially be interested in those who are looking for advanced solutions. In the end, Bose QC25 is just headphones, nothing more. And Zik - software and hardware complex, sensors to control reproduction of fingers, applications for iOS or Android, Bluetooth connection or cable help. I recommend reading the review if you think about buying, it concerns other headphones too.
pros: Design, effective noise reduction system, excellent sound quality, interesting application for smartphones, convenient to wear for a long time, touch management and so on - you can learn more in the review.
Minuses: These are quite large headphones, but it is unlikely that it can be called a great disadvantage.
Price: 12 500 rubles.
BOSE QC25.
The most modern headphones of the QUIET Comfort series, the site review will appear very soon. I have only positive impressions, I think that this is the best headphones with noise reduction in the market - the time of work from the AAA battery is about 35 hours, all the scary sounds, a convenient remote control, excellent sound quality and a set of delivery are perfectly on the aircraft. But you can hardly like the price. Not quite obvious advantages include the vitality of headphones, the ambush, and the cable can be changed, so QC25 will serve you for years. This also applies to QC15 too.
pros: Design, sound quality, excellent noise reduction system, operation time, package, work with any devices. Well, and BOSE QC25 is very comfortable!
Minuses: not found.
Price: 14 000 rubles.
Bose QC15
Old good headphones who have replaced the very popular QC3 model. Classic for BOSE design, excellent operation of a noise reduction system, very comfortable, even if you will wear them for a few hours without removing, you won't feel fatigue. But here is the sound quality here is not the most outstanding - not bad, but without delights. With prolonged use, it is possible to change the ambush, the cable, these details are removable. Good delivery set.
pros: The most important thing is good headphones with noise reduction for their money, comfortable and simple, will work for years until you get bored.
Minuses: If the Battery is a village and the spare no, QC-15 can be removed back into the case.
Price: You can find on sale for 11,000 rubles, and even cheaper.
Bose QC20.
There was an interesting story associated with QC20. Once we shot the rollers on the Taganka, and a friend came to us. In the break asked to help with the choice of plug-in headphones - said that, in principle, headphones hates, listening to music at home on columns or in the car and that it is unlikely that I can surprise him. And he said that he was flying to Vladivostok tomorrow. Flight long. I decided to advise QC-20, myself revealed the packaging, I myself showed everything and told - the sellers were already gone. Then the magic began, a friend went shopping with an open mouth, I did not hear anything, I did not respond to the name. Then he enthusiastically began to tell what kind of cool model it was, and how everything is quiet, and how he did not hear our voices, music, nothing at all. And how great that these are not big overhead headphones. In general, I bought. And I have long ago, I said back in the review, QC-20 has no analogues.
pros: miniature size, long battery life (16 hours), excellent sound quality, noise cancellation system works fine, work with any devices.
Minuses: alas, the battery is located in a separate unit, a block on the cable, someone may not like it - although it weighs little and not too noticeable.
Price: 15 000 rubles.
Plantronics BackBeat Pro.
An extremely curious model in terms of price and quality ratio, Plantronics managed to do something between Bose, Parrot, add one's eye to this narrow niche. From the main features - there are Sensors Play / Pause, when headphones on the head, music plays, it is worth removing them, and music stops playing. Rotating Jogis on Cups will help adjust the volume and rewind the track. Noise cancellation system works fine, sound quality is not bad, but for me, Studio 2 music is more interesting. But these are personal impressions, possibly BackBeat Pro will be perfect for you.
pros: For a long time (24 hours), good sound quality, effective noise reduction system, Bluetooth 4.0 support, it is possible to connect via cable, operate with any devices. I like a unique chip with a microphone disconnection when you begin to clearly hear everything that happens on the street is done specifically to talk to people without removing the headphones.
Minuses: A impressive size (but otherwise it was impossible to combine in one all described above).
Price: about 10,000 rubles.
BEATS STUDIO 2 / Beats Studio 2 Wireless
Many are negligious to Beats, but at the same time they did not even spend ten minutes to listen to Studio 2 - and it should be done. Unlike Bose QC15, there are really interesting sound quality. But the noise reduction system is not as effective. The time of work is about 20 hours, the MicroUSB cable will be needed for charging (as well as for some other models this year) and two hours of time. There is a wireless model, it is just more expensive, but it can be used with a cable, and without. Yes, another moment, these are the most famous headphones in the world at the moment.
pros: Excellent design, foldable design, wearing conveniently, for a long time, good sound quality, wireless version can be used in two ways, with a cable and without.
Minuses: Too many fakes on the market, buy only in proven places.
Price: about 13,000 rubles.
Sony Xperia Z3 / Z2 + Sony MDR-NC31EM
In this article, it was impossible to do without this set, MDR-NC31EM headphones you can use with any Sony technique with a 5 PIN connector, from the actual Sony Xperia Z3, Z3 Compact, Xperia Z3 Tablet Compact. In the settings, do not forget to turn on the noise reduction system. Power from a phone battery, but it affects the time of work, you practically not notice that the headphones will eat time. But notice, so it is silence.
pros: Compact, the noise reduction system works well, good sound quality.
Minuses: Noise reduction system works only with Sony devices, not everyone likes to stuff in the ears of the nozzle.
Price: about 3,000 rubles.
Well, do not forget about the easiest way to deal with noise - earplugs are sold on any pharmacy. Total fifty rubles, and you can sleep peacefully during the flight.
