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Shut out the world and lose yourself in your music or hear what's around you. It's your choice with the first in ear noise cancelling headphones from Bose. Quiet Comfort 20 Acoustic Noise Cancelling headphones are engineered to let you enjoy better sound every day, everywhere you go. Turn on noise cancelling to reduce surrounding distractions and focus on your music. Or, at the touch of a button, activate aware mode so you can hear what's happening around you without removing the headphones. Inside, exclusive TriPort technology brings your music to life while additional Bose technologies provide dramatic noise cancellation rivaling any full sized headphone on the market today. Proprietary StayHear + tips create a soft, secure fit. The inline microphone and remote let you switch to calls on your iPhone, and provide control for select iPod, iPhone and iPad models. The rechargeable lithium ion battery provides up to 16 hours of use. And even when the power is off or the battery runs out, you can still use these headphones to enjoy Bose quality sound. Included: Quiet Comfort 20 headphones; 3 pairs StayHear + tips (S, M, L); clothing clip; rechargeable lithium ion battery (built in); USB charging cable; carrying case. Battery life: 16 hours per full charge.

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He has that speaker since 2016 and it still looks great and sounds amazing, no matter the genre. Also looked at what JBL had to offer in the same $ range, but when I showed the speaker, (JBL Boombox) he said that the sound will be very distorted - and this sub' says the same about BOSE.

Is BOSE really that bad?

 Sound quality without NC is mediocre. Carry case is too small causes you to wonder if you should use it cause of the sharp wire bends.  FINAL THOUGHTS: Who is this for? People who want active noise canceling that don't mind a little pressure. I find the pressure to be bondersome and while it does block out most of the sound at a factory it does not justify the annoyance of the pressure

  FINAL THOUGHTS: Who is this for? People who want active noise canceling that don't mind a little pressure. I find the pressure to be bondersome and while it does block out most of the sound at a factory it does not justify the annoyance of the pressure. BTW I work night shift so my work place isn't as loud as you would think. I hope this will last me at least 2 years

 Bass is good enoughish, could be better.  CONS:  Noise cancel does deliver a slight pressure like if you were going down a mountain and the attitude changes. 1 year warranty is BS from Bose, it should be 2 years at least. Earbuds wire to Y wire is thin and the battery box to the jack is even thinner, probably going to break

Okay earbuds for sound quality but goodish for noise canceling

I also felt they had the biggest and widest soundstage, maybe due to the bass or due to the noise cancelation. They won’t replace neutral wired headphones for audiophiles, but for portable use they are pretty good.

**EDIT: I'm exchanging the QC35 for the Bose 700 today as they went on sale, so I will test those and update later!**

Re-posting under the correct model number. Apologies but this post seemed popular and I didn't want Google to pick up the wrong thing.

**Introduction**

I’ve been curious about over-ear wireless headphones for a while. Since I’ve been working from home, I’ve been using headphones quite a bit, and always being hooked up to a wired setup (Sennheiser HD6xx into Schiit Magni 3+) isn’t always convenient. I decided to pick up all three headphones as I could return the ones I didn’t like. So here’s my opinion of the three. Using an iPhone XR and a 2018 iPad. I’m not going to bother with specs and accessories and all that as you can find that elsewhere.

I started with the Sony WH-headphones as they have a great reputation. But I was annoyed by a couple things and am an Apple user, so thought I’d check out the Beats. And then based off quick impressions, I decided to pick up the Bose as well to really try out all three.

**Quality/Comfort**

All three seem pretty evenly matched for quality. They all have matte finishes and nice feeling leather pads. I’d assume any of these would last a few years with heavy use. Comfort is very different for each of these headphones.

*Sony WH-1000XM3:* these are comfortable and would work well for using for a couple hours at a time. The pads go around the ears (just barely) but are extremely soft so not bothersome. The headband is soft and doesn’t pinch at all. They are just light enough to not really care about the weight. They can definitely get a bit hot after a while or if you’re moving around, which is the only downside.

*Bose QuietComfort 35:* these are even more comfortable than the Sony. The pads are a bit thinner and there’s more room in the cups for ears. And they are a little lighter which makes it easier to wear for longer periods. They can also get hot after a while but doesn’t seem quite as bad as the Sony.

*Beats Solo Pro:* very uncomfortable. The headphones and pads have an extremely high amount of clamp which puts a ton of pressure ON the ears (they are on-ears, not over-ears). I can also feel a touch of a hot spot on the headband on the top of my head. They are light, but the pressure and heat from the pads is awful.

**Usability**

*Sony*: with multiple devices, these are a pain to use. They can only connect to one device at a time, so you have to go to bluetooth settings on one device, manually disconnect, then go to the other device, and manually connect. This usually works, but it’s several extra steps which is disappointing. Beyond that, there is an app which allows some customization which is nice, but the app is annoying so I’d prefer to avoid it. Controls are all touchpad based which works well but can be fidgety. On the plus side, these headphones can control more apps (like YouTube), and the bluetooth distance seems better than the Bose.

*Bose*: these easily work with multiple devices and it’s easy to swap out on each, which is a big plus. I also like that the headphones announce which devices it is connected to by name. The app doesn’t do much, just allows you to switch the bonus button to either noise canceling toggle or virtual assistant. Controls are all button based, which I actually prefer over the touchpad of the Sony. The buttons are in a comfortable location and it’s intuitive. But these headphones have poor interaction with some apps (like YouTube), and the bluetooth distance gets lost easier than the Sony. Also, I prefer the physical on/off switch because I am much more likely to turn them off when not in use, and that has helped preserve the battery life.

*Beats*: these also easily work with multiple Apple devices as it’s much more native. Controls are button based and seem to work well. I also really like the physical folding/unfolding as a means to turn them on and off as it preserves battery life well. Another plus is the bluetooth distance which seems to be the best of the three. However, it would not resume YouTube pause/play for some reason.

**Noise Canceling**

*Sony*: incredible noise canceling. With these headphones on and activated, you can barely hear anything around you. Both passive and active work well to block out noise. There’s also minimal, if any, of the “cabin pressure” effect on the ears somehow. The transparency type feature turns the canceling down a bit but I still can’t hear what’s going on much.

*Bose*: very good noise canceling. They don’t block and filter quite as much as the Sony, but very close. There is though a bit of pressure on the ears. There’s no transparency feature but you can toggle noise cancelation between high and low (I can’t hear any difference between the two).

*Beats*: good noise canceling, although I think it’s mostly due to the extremely high clamp and thick pads. I don’t hear much difference switching noise canceling on and off. Transparency cranks up the ambient sound way too much, just like AirPod Pros. I wish you could adjust.

**Sound**

This for me was probably the biggest difference between all three, and where most of you are probably interested.

*Sony*: overall tone is warm, bassy, and somewhat V-shaped, but you can tweak with the app EQ. With the EQ flat, there’s a ton of bass that can bleed into the low mids. The midrange sounds warm but the vocal range is a bit recessed. The treble is smooth and detailed up to a point, but the high treble rolls off quickly. They are fun and exciting consumer headphones, but I’d prefer to at least take down the bass in the app, if not boost the mids for a bit more clarity. I also felt they had the biggest and widest soundstage, maybe due to the bass or due to the noise cancelation. They won’t replace neutral wired headphones for audiophiles, but for portable use they are pretty good. They can also get quite loud if that’s your thing.

*Bose*: overall tone is more mid forward but a bit boxy. The bass is more controlled than the Sony, although still quite punchy. Midrange to me is a bit more forward, but not obnoxiously so. The treble however feels hit or miss as some of the detailed frequencies are recessed, which makes them sound kind of boxy and stuffy. Unfortunately, there’s no adjustment in the app. The soundstage was smaller as well compared to the Sonys. For your average listener they will be impressively punchy and inoffensive, but audiophiles may find them lacking treble and detail. They also don’t seem to get quite as loud and seem to compress a bit with the volume pushed.

*Beats*: overall tone is bright and harsh. Somehow, and I don’t know if these are defective, there’s almost no bass. Granted I am comparing to bassy headphones, but even compared to my Sennheier HD6xx, they have minimal bass and no punch. The midrange again lacks in the low end, but the upper mids are fine, if not forward. The treble is very dominant in an unpleasant way. Think of a Beyer DT770 but with a massive low cut which would just leave the painful treble.

**Conclusion**

I really wish one of these headphones jumped out in every way over the competitors, but they all have pros and cons. Unfortunately for the Beats, the cons (terrible sound and horribly uncomfortable) far outweigh any synergies of working with Apple products. For the others, it depends on what is most important.

If you want the best sounding headphones, the best noise canceling, or the most modern features, the Sony are going to be the best bet. If you need to swap between multiple devices frequently or are less concerned with sound quality and adjustments, the Bose are a good pick.

I’ll likely stick with the Sony as the sound and noise canceling are better than the rest, and the comfort is still quite good. I’m not thrilled about the difficulty in swapping devices, but maybe someday they’ll fix via firmware update.

<div class="md">EDIT: I&#39;m exchanging the QC35 for the Bose 700 today as they went on sale, so I will test those and update later!

Re-posting under the correct model number. Apologies but this post seemed popular and I didn&#39;t want Google to pick up the wrong thing.

Introduction

I’ve been curious about over-ear wireless headphones for a while. Since I’ve been working from home, I’ve been using headphones quite a bit, and always being hooked up to a wired setup (Sennheiser HD6xx into Schiit Magni 3+) isn’t always convenient. I decided to pick up all three headphones as I could return the ones I didn’t like. So here’s my opinion of the three. Using an iPhone XR and a 2018 iPad. I’m not going to bother with specs and accessories and all that as you can find that elsewhere.

I started with the Sony WH-headphones as they have a great reputation. But I was annoyed by a couple things and am an Apple user, so thought I’d check out the Beats. And then based off quick impressions, I decided to pick up the Bose as well to really try out all three.

Quality/Comfort

All three seem pretty evenly matched for quality. They all have matte finishes and nice feeling leather pads. I’d assume any of these would last a few years with heavy use. Comfort is very different for each of these headphones.

Sony WH-1000XM3: these are comfortable and would work well for using for a couple hours at a time. The pads go around the ears (just barely) but are extremely soft so not bothersome. The headband is soft and doesn’t pinch at all. They are just light enough to not really care about the weight. They can definitely get a bit hot after a while or if you’re moving around, which is the only downside.

Bose QuietComfort 35: these are even more comfortable than the Sony. The pads are a bit thinner and there’s more room in the cups for ears. And they are a little lighter which makes it easier to wear for longer periods. They can also get hot after a while but doesn’t seem quite as bad as the Sony.

Beats Solo Pro: very uncomfortable. The headphones and pads have an extremely high amount of clamp which puts a ton of pressure ON the ears (they are on-ears, not over-ears). I can also feel a touch of a hot spot on the headband on the top of my head. They are light, but the pressure and heat from the pads is awful.

Usability

Sony: with multiple devices, these are a pain to use. They can only connect to one device at a time, so you have to go to bluetooth settings on one device, manually disconnect, then go to the other device, and manually connect. This usually works, but it’s several extra steps which is disappointing. Beyond that, there is an app which allows some customization which is nice, but the app is annoying so I’d prefer to avoid it. Controls are all touchpad based which works well but can be fidgety. On the plus side, these headphones can control more apps (like YouTube), and the bluetooth distance seems better than the Bose.

Bose: these easily work with multiple devices and it’s easy to swap out on each, which is a big plus. I also like that the headphones announce which devices it is connected to by name. The app doesn’t do much, just allows you to switch the bonus button to either noise canceling toggle or virtual assistant. Controls are all button based, which I actually prefer over the touchpad of the Sony. The buttons are in a comfortable location and it’s intuitive. But these headphones have poor interaction with some apps (like YouTube), and the bluetooth distance gets lost easier than the Sony. Also, I prefer the physical on/off switch because I am much more likely to turn them off when not in use, and that has helped preserve the battery life.

Beats: these also easily work with multiple Apple devices as it’s much more native. Controls are button based and seem to work well. I also really like the physical folding/unfolding as a means to turn them on and off as it preserves battery life well. Another plus is the bluetooth distance which seems to be the best of the three. However, it would not resume YouTube pause/play for some reason.

Noise Canceling

Sony: incredible noise canceling. With these headphones on and activated, you can barely hear anything around you. Both passive and active work well to block out noise. There’s also minimal, if any, of the “cabin pressure” effect on the ears somehow. The transparency type feature turns the canceling down a bit but I still can’t hear what’s going on much.

Bose: very good noise canceling. They don’t block and filter quite as much as the Sony, but very close. There is though a bit of pressure on the ears. There’s no transparency feature but you can toggle noise cancelation between high and low (I can’t hear any difference between the two).

Beats: good noise canceling, although I think it’s mostly due to the extremely high clamp and thick pads. I don’t hear much difference switching noise canceling on and off. Transparency cranks up the ambient sound way too much, just like AirPod Pros. I wish you could adjust.

Sound

This for me was probably the biggest difference between all three, and where most of you are probably interested.

Sony: overall tone is warm, bassy, and somewhat V-shaped, but you can tweak with the app EQ. With the EQ flat, there’s a ton of bass that can bleed into the low mids. The midrange sounds warm but the vocal range is a bit recessed. The treble is smooth and detailed up to a point, but the high treble rolls off quickly. They are fun and exciting consumer headphones, but I’d prefer to at least take down the bass in the app, if not boost the mids for a bit more clarity. I also felt they had the biggest and widest soundstage, maybe due to the bass or due to the noise cancelation. They won’t replace neutral wired headphones for audiophiles, but for portable use they are pretty good. They can also get quite loud if that’s your thing.

Bose: overall tone is more mid forward but a bit boxy. The bass is more controlled than the Sony, although still quite punchy. Midrange to me is a bit more forward, but not obnoxiously so. The treble however feels hit or miss as some of the detailed frequencies are recessed, which makes them sound kind of boxy and stuffy. Unfortunately, there’s no adjustment in the app. The soundstage was smaller as well compared to the Sonys. For your average listener they will be impressively punchy and inoffensive, but audiophiles may find them lacking treble and detail. They also don’t seem to get quite as loud and seem to compress a bit with the volume pushed.

Beats: overall tone is bright and harsh. Somehow, and I don’t know if these are defective, there’s almost no bass. Granted I am comparing to bassy headphones, but even compared to my Sennheier HD6xx, they have minimal bass and no punch. The midrange again lacks in the low end, but the upper mids are fine, if not forward. The treble is very dominant in an unpleasant way. Think of a Beyer DT770 but with a massive low cut which would just leave the painful treble.

Conclusion

I really wish one of these headphones jumped out in every way over the competitors, but they all have pros and cons. Unfortunately for the Beats, the cons (terrible sound and horribly uncomfortable) far outweigh any synergies of working with Apple products. For the others, it depends on what is most important.

If you want the best sounding headphones, the best noise canceling, or the most modern features, the Sony are going to be the best bet. If you need to swap between multiple devices frequently or are less concerned with sound quality and adjustments, the Bose are a good pick.

I’ll likely stick with the Sony as the sound and noise canceling are better than the rest, and the comfort is still quite good. I’m not thrilled about the difficulty in swapping devices, but maybe someday they’ll fix via firmware update.
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I panicked when I saw this post having just bought the sony's WH-1000MX3 three days ago, still waiting for them to arrive. Good thing I don't feel like I made a bad purchase. Thanks for the info!

<div class="md">I panicked when I saw this post having just bought the sony&#39;s WH-1000MX3 three days ago, still waiting for them to arrive. Good thing I don&#39;t feel like I made a bad purchase. Thanks for the info!
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Did you try adjusting the amount of ambient noise in the app for the XM3s? I found you can let through a considerable amount. 

Also, any reason you didn't try the Bose 700?

<div class="md">Did you try adjusting the amount of ambient noise in the app for the XM3s? I found you can let through a considerable amount. 

Also, any reason you didn&#39;t try the Bose 700?
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I had the XM3s, and in terms of noise cancelling they are hands down the best I've had. But the build quality is a real problem, and I had 3 replacements in 3 months, despite treating them extremely carefully. Your description of the sound is very accurate, and it makes for a fun listen. However, the build quality made me return these and opt for the Sennheiser Momentum 3 and I also received the M&D MW65 as a gift.

The sound quality of the Sennheisers is far superior, and it has a much better separation and clarity, while having great bass (not overwhelming bass - though this can be adjusted if desired). They are also equal with the Sony's for comfort but probably not as good as the Bose, and have great build quality and are made from premium materials. The automatic sensors are a little annoying and I've disabled this with the latest firmware so that I can use it with my headphone stand. However to turn off the headphones, it requires folding so I only use the headphone stand when working and moving between my desk. When not using, they're stored safely in the case. 

The MW65s are very neutral and can be low on volume, but I found that on my Mac, the low volume issue didn't occur, but it did on my phone. Noise cancelling mode also boosts the volume & bass as a result of natural distortion, but it doesn't compromise the other elements that much in my experience. The noise cancelling is also nothing to write home about, but I really appreciate the clarity and it feels like a true replication of the source material. These are also the most comfortable headphones I've ever had, and are made from high quality leather and metal materials. They feel extremely durable, but are not as portable as any of the other options as they do not fold.

The only reason I did not get the Bose QCIIs is the lack of USB C and Bluetooth 5.0, which in 2020 is a necessity in my opinion. I also did not find the Bose NC 700s very comfortable and they felt cheap in my opinion. The sound quality was also not as great as the ones I've mentioned. Both Bose options did have superior noise cancelling compared to the Sennheiser and M&D models I've mentioned.

<div class="md">I had the XM3s, and in terms of noise cancelling they are hands down the best I&#39;ve had. But the build quality is a real problem, and I had 3 replacements in 3 months, despite treating them extremely carefully. Your description of the sound is very accurate, and it makes for a fun listen. However, the build quality made me return these and opt for the Sennheiser Momentum 3 and I also received the M&amp;D MW65 as a gift.

The sound quality of the Sennheisers is far superior, and it has a much better separation and clarity, while having great bass (not overwhelming bass - though this can be adjusted if desired). They are also equal with the Sony&#39;s for comfort but probably not as good as the Bose, and have great build quality and are made from premium materials. The automatic sensors are a little annoying and I&#39;ve disabled this with the latest firmware so that I can use it with my headphone stand. However to turn off the headphones, it requires folding so I only use the headphone stand when working and moving between my desk. When not using, they&#39;re stored safely in the case. 

The MW65s are very neutral and can be low on volume, but I found that on my Mac, the low volume issue didn&#39;t occur, but it did on my phone. Noise cancelling mode also boosts the volume &amp; bass as a result of natural distortion, but it doesn&#39;t compromise the other elements that much in my experience. The noise cancelling is also nothing to write home about, but I really appreciate the clarity and it feels like a true replication of the source material. These are also the most comfortable headphones I&#39;ve ever had, and are made from high quality leather and metal materials. They feel extremely durable, but are not as portable as any of the other options as they do not fold.

The only reason I did not get the Bose QCIIs is the lack of USB C and Bluetooth 5.0, which in 2020 is a necessity in my opinion. I also did not find the Bose NC 700s very comfortable and they felt cheap in my opinion. The sound quality was also not as great as the ones I&#39;ve mentioned. Both Bose options did have superior noise cancelling compared to the Sennheiser and M&amp;D models I&#39;ve mentioned.
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This was really useful thanks! I was looking at buying the  WH-1000MX3 because my PCX550s have a touch-control pad covering the enitre side of one pad; any time I wore a hood it would make it skip/pause/rewind a song:/

Do you know if the WH-1000MX3  have a similar issue?:) thanks,

<div class="md">This was really useful thanks! I was looking at buying the WH-1000MX3 because my PCX550s have a touch-control pad covering the enitre side of one pad; any time I wore a hood it would make it skip/pause/rewind a song:/

Do you know if the WH-1000MX3 have a similar issue?:) thanks,
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This is an awesome review. Question - do you like other Bose products? I have never had Bose headphones, but I've always liked their portable speakers, especially for their warm and rich, bass/mid heavy sound (albeit a bit doctored, it does the job for a small speaker).

<div class="md">This is an awesome review. Question - do you like other Bose products? I have never had Bose headphones, but I&#39;ve always liked their portable speakers, especially for their warm and rich, bass/mid heavy sound (albeit a bit doctored, it does the job for a small speaker).
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I have the beats and they aren’t that bad I like them quite a bit. Would the Sony’s be a huge upgrade?

<div class="md">I have the beats and they aren’t that bad I like them quite a bit. Would the Sony’s be a huge upgrade?
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Wireless Headphones Comparison: Sony WH-1000XM3 vs Bose QuietComfort 35 II vs Beats Solo Pro

 The quality is unmatched, the sound cancelling feature will change your life, starting with flights, work, finally by giving you the autonomy to sleep whenever you like. Furthermore, I notice I don't need to listen to my music as loudly with the noise-cancelling feature, which is surely beneficial. I am a melomaniac, a musician, and I've used dozens of earphones which I'm willing to pay good money for. These know no adversary

  The con, a big one, is durability. As one user said, their obsolescence is as certain as clockwork. I had to return my first pair six months ago, now after a year and six months, my second pair has begun to falter. On average, they last about 8-9 months before one of the earphones starts being funky

I must agree with the reviewers who note a love-hate relationship. You will never want to use any other earphones after you try these. The quality is unmatched, the sound cancelling feature will change your life, starting with flights, work, finally by giving you the autonomy to sleep whenever you like. Furthermore, I notice I don't need to listen to my music as loudly with the noise-cancelling feature, which is surely beneficial

 The death of them should be the death of the noise cancelling's battery, as you warn in the instructions, not the death of cheap components.  Bose, listen up: you guys have the best engineers, you make the golden earphones and we love you for it. Please, release a model that is not so cheap, material-wise. I promise, your loyal base will pay more for them

Be Ready for Withdrawals

Hi all,. I'm currently using the [Bose Quietcomfort 20](https://www.amazon.com/Bose-QuietComfort-Acoustic-Cancelling-Headphones/dp/B00X9KV0HU?th=1) and I like how it fits in my ears

amazon.com/Bose-QuietComfort-Acoustic-Cancelling-Headphones/dp/B00X9KV0HU?th=1) and I like how it fits in my ears.

Wired earbuds with mic, &lt;$150

  Just be aware that because of the lifespan of the integrated lithium ion battery, that noise cancellation won't work forever. If you're OK with that and don't mind their hefty price tag, I have no problem recommending the QC20s.

       Close-up of the earphone and eartip. Sarah Tew/CNETConclusion Despite those drawbacks, I liked the Bose QC20s a lot. Their sound may not measure up to what you get from competing $300 in-ear headphones, but they sound good, are very comfortable to wear, and offer excellent noise cancellation. They also take up very little room in your bag

 Sarah Tew/CNET   But even though I have other, better-sounding headphones at my disposal, I still found myself gravitating toward using the QC20 as an everyday headphone because of how comfortable it was and how it managed to muffle a lot of the New York street noise.  I also tested it on a plane ride to Seattle, and while I thought the overall noise reduction on the QC15 was slightly better, the QC20 was more comfortable, and its in-ear, earbud-style design is good for sleeping because you can rest your head against a pillow or headrest without having your headphones getting in the way. However, you could argue that going smaller has one potential drawback: you may be more likely to lose the QC20s than a full-size pair. Then again, I have known people who've left plenty of larger items in seat pockets on planes, including iPads and QC15s

 However, you could argue that going smaller has one potential drawback: you may be more likely to lose the QC20s than a full-size pair. Then again, I have known people who've left plenty of larger items in seat pockets on planes, including iPads and QC15s.        The inline remote with microphone and 'aware mode' button on the side. Sarah Tew/CNETSome cons OK, now for the downsides, and they all involve the battery pack and control pod on the cord

Bose QuietComfort 20 review: Expensive, best noise-canceling in-ear headphone

Worth the considerable outlay of money. I have the Bose QC-25 over-the-head Noise-Cancelling headphones but I purchased this as an adjunct for long-haul trips when every inch of Carry-On space matters. I've used the Plane Quiet NC headpones but that's very much an also-ran, handy to have around the house or as a spare.  For long plane trips, I bring out the big guns

 Like Little Tommy Tucker, they should sing for their supper - and these do!  These headphones hush the insistent, drumbeat sound of plane engines and makes incipient migraines a thing of my Bose-less past... Background chatter is muted to a soothing level

 The serious stuff. Headphones that really, truly work and justify the cost. Like Little Tommy Tucker, they should sing for their supper - and these do!  These headphones hush the insistent, drumbeat sound of plane engines and makes incipient migraines a thing of my Bose-less past.

Costly, EFFECTIVE - Worth the money!  (Plus 3 gripes)

Bose QuietComfort 20

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