JVC HA-NC250 information from Consumer Reports

JVC HA-NC250

Price range:

$97.73 - $199.99

Summary: Portable closed on-ear noise-canceling headphones that come with carrying case, detachable connecting cord, mini-plug-to-1/4-inch-adapter, and mini plug to airplane jack adapter.

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Type: Portable headphones

About - JVC HA-NC250
The JVC HA-NC250 is part of the headphone test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, noise-canceling headphone models like the HA-NC250 are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below. Sound quality: Represents the tonal accuracy, clarity, detail, ambience, and dynamics of the audio reproduced by the headphone. Noise reduction: Represents how well the headphone reduces ambient noise when the active noise cancelation feature is activated. Sensitivity: An assessment of how loud headphones will play for a given audio input signal level. This is an important consideration if the headphones will be used with audio devices that have relatively low maximum audio output signal levels like some battery powered portables. Some models have 2 sensitivity levels given: one with the highest selectable setting or noise-reduction switch ON and the other with the lowest selectable setting or noise-reduction switch OFF.

About - JVC HA-NC250

The JVC HA-NC250 is part of the headphone test program at Consumer Reports. In our lab tests, noise-canceling headphone models like the HA-NC250 are rated on multiple criteria, such as those listed below.

Sound quality:: Represents the tonal accuracy, clarity, detail, ambience, and dynamics of the audio reproduced by the headphone.
Noise reduction:: Represents how well the headphone reduces ambient noise when the active noise cancelation feature is activated.
Sensitivity:: An assessment of how loud headphones will play for a given audio input signal level. This is an important consideration if the headphones will be used with audio devices that have relatively low maximum audio output signal levels like some battery powered portables. Some models have 2 sensitivity levels given: one with the highest selectable setting or noise-reduction switch ON and the other with the lowest selectable setting or noise-reduction switch OFF.

About This Brand
JVC offers headphones in the low-to-midrange price categories. The company merged with Kenwood, which is known for its automotive and home audio products.

About This Brand

JVC offers headphones in the low-to-midrange price categories. The company merged with Kenwood, which is known for its automotive and home audio products.

Features & Specs - JVC HA-NC250
Works with noise reduction off Will operate without the noise-canceling circuitry activated; allows the model to be used as standard headphones if the batteries die. Works with noise reduction off	Yes
Monitor function (mute) Has a control that turns off the audio, and in the case of noise canceling models turns off the noise canceling function, so that ambient sounds can be heard. Useful for hearing ambience like travel announcements without turning off the audio player or removing the headphones. Monitor function (mute)	No
Integrated microphone Has an integrated microphone for use with some cell phones or audio players with a recorder function. Integrated microphone	No
Call connect/disconnect control This allows you to answer or disconnect from a phone call with some cell phones. Call connect/disconnect control	No
Integrated volume control This allows you to adjust the volume without having to dig into your pocket or purse for a player. Integrated volume control	No
Integrated player control This allows you to control some player functions (for example: play, pause, track skip) via a control without having to dig into a pocket or purse for a player. Integrated player control	No
Noise canceling unit in earpiece The electronic circuitry for the noise cancelation function is integrated into headphones earpiece rather than incorporated as a separate module that is integrated into the audio cord. Noise canceling unit in earpiece	Yes
Detachable cable A detachable cable allows the headphones to be used for noise canceling without the cord being connected to a music or video player, or dangling from the headset. Detachable cable	Yes
Cable length (in.) Cable length indicates the approximate length of the cable from the headset or earpiece to the plug, measured in inches. Cable length (in.)	48
Battery type The number and type of batteries used. Battery type	(1) AAA
Low battery indicator An indicator to show that the headphone battery power is low and will need to be replaced or recharged. Low battery indicator	Yes
Weight (oz.) Reflects the weight, in ounces, of the headphones including the audio cable and batteries, if any. Weight (oz.)	5.5
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General Information
Manufacturer	Victor Company of Japan, Limited
Manufacturer Website Address	www.jvc.com
Product Model	HA-NC250
Product Name	HANC250 Noise Cancelling Headphone
Product Type	Headphone

User Reviews - JVC HA-NC250

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Grumpy

from

Portland, OR

2.0

You get what you pay for

2/14/2012

Pros

Comfortable

Good Value

Lightweight

Cons

Cord Too Short

Flimsy Construction

Best Uses

Music

Portable Devices

Relaxing

Traveling

With My Computer

Comment:

These fell apart in just over one year of use. The noise cancling was not great from day one and it eats batteries.

How long have you owned it:

More than six months

Bottom Line

No, I would not recommend this to a friend.

On-the-Road

from

San Diego, Ca

(2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

4.0

Nice Headphone

3/12/2011

Pros

Comfortable

Compact

Durable

Good Value

Great Sound

Lightweight

Cons

Best Uses

Portable Devices

Traveling

Comment:

Great sound, very comfortable on long plane trips, block out low frequencies very well, and batteries last for at least 12 hours. Great value. I've owned mine for 2 years and they've performed flawlessly.

How long have you owned it:

More than six months

Bottom Line

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

Hotsnake

from

Ottawa, Ontario, Canada

(2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

5.0

Fantastic Sound for the Price

3/3/2011

Pros

Comfortable

Compact

Good Value

Great Sound

Lightweight

Cons

Cord Too Short

Best Uses

Relaxing

Traveling

Comment:

Bought 2 pairs, one for daughter who is hospitalized often and myself. She was unable to sleep in hospital environment but this did the trick. I often use to travel and can't do without. Comfortable, light and effective and the bonus is the good sound. the short cord issue is easily rectified. Overall a good buy.

How long have you owned it:

More than six months

Bottom Line

Yes, I would recommend this to a friend.

Other User Reviews

4.0

(based on 5 reviews)

xpe63m8

User has 3 Weeks of experience with this product

5.0

better than bose for half the cost

01/11/2010

Strength

works really well, exactly as you would expect.....cancels noise perfectly, plays my ipod with great sound; love the hard cover case for storage

Weakness

none

this is the best! a great product, well made, strong and sturdy, most importantly, it cancels noise perfectly, is comfortable and has great sound for playing my ipod; easy controls....a great value!!

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robertbg

User has 30 Days of experience with this product

4.0

Travel headphones -- a great choice

07/26/2008

Strength

Comfortable and quiet. Excellent sound reproduction. Reasonable price. Good low-pitch noise cancellation.

Weakness

Requires battery changes every 20 hours of use with standard AAA battery.

If you're on a plane for more than 12 hours, as I was, the use of noise canceling headphones makes a big difference. These headphones met my qualifications. They transmitted sound from various devices (the plane sound system, my computer, portable iPod-like devices) with excellent reproduction. They did not feel too heavy, make me sweat, or cause pressure areas. They were a reasonable price. They folded away conveniently. Why pay $300 for something that works as well at 1/3 the price

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ewaestanley

User has 1 Month of experience with this product

4.0

Good quality for low price

07/22/2008

Strength

Performed as advertisedGood sound quality

Weakness

Doesn't cover whole ear so doesn't completely cancel sound

I bought these headphones instead of opting for the higher priced BOSE headphones. Ater using them for a time, they performed as advertised and I noticed a SIGNIFICANT noise reduction - especially on airplanes. I love the ability to put these on and be able to shut out the noise around. I was impressed with the sound quality. Overall a great product for a much better price than competitors.

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