Headphones

Predicted Reliability

Predicted brand reliability ratings are based on estimated problem rates for newly purchased stereo headphones, not covered by an extended warranty or service contract, within the first two years of ownership.

Sound quality

Represents the tonal accuracy, clarity, detail, ambience, and dynamics of the audio reproduced by the headphones.

Sensitivity

An assessment of how loud wire connected 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 may have 2 sensitivity levels given: one with the highest selectable setting and the other with the lowest selectable setting. Not applicable for wireless headphones that do not have a cord connected option.

Type

Over the ear models completely envelop the ear. On-ear models sit on top of the ears. Insert models are inserted into the ear canal. Earbud models rest in the ear outside of the ear canal and may have a portion that extends into the ear canal.

Predicted Reliability

Predicted brand reliability ratings are based on estimated problem rates for newly purchased stereo headphones, not covered by an extended warranty or service contract, within the first two years of ownership.

Sound quality

Represents the tonal accuracy, clarity, detail, ambience, and dynamics of the audio reproduced by the headphones.

Sensitivity

An assessment of how loud wire connected 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 may have 2 sensitivity levels given: one with the highest selectable setting and the other with the lowest selectable setting. Not applicable for wireless headphones that do not have a cord connected option.

Type

Over the ear models completely envelop the ear. On-ear models sit on top of the ears. Insert models are inserted into the ear canal. Earbud models rest in the ear outside of the ear canal and may have a portion that extends into the ear canal.

Predicted Reliability

Predicted brand reliability ratings are based on estimated problem rates for newly purchased stereo headphones, not covered by an extended warranty or service contract, within the first two years of ownership.

Sound quality

Represents the tonal accuracy, clarity, detail, ambience, and dynamics of the audio reproduced by the headphones.

Sensitivity

An assessment of how loud wire connected 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 may have 2 sensitivity levels given: one with the highest selectable setting and the other with the lowest selectable setting. Not applicable for wireless headphones that do not have a cord connected option.

Type

Over the ear models completely envelop the ear. On-ear models sit on top of the ears. Insert models are inserted into the ear canal. Earbud models rest in the ear outside of the ear canal and may have a portion that extends into the ear canal.

Predicted Reliability

Predicted brand reliability ratings are based on estimated problem rates for newly purchased stereo headphones, not covered by an extended warranty or service contract, within the first two years of ownership.

Sound quality

Represents the tonal accuracy, clarity, detail, ambience, and dynamics of the audio reproduced by the headphones.

Sensitivity

An assessment of how loud wire connected 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 may have 2 sensitivity levels given: one with the highest selectable setting and the other with the lowest selectable setting. Not applicable for wireless headphones that do not have a cord connected option.

Type

Over the ear models completely envelop the ear. On-ear models sit on top of the ears. Insert models are inserted into the ear canal. Earbud models rest in the ear outside of the ear canal and may have a portion that extends into the ear canal.

Predicted Reliability

Predicted brand reliability ratings are based on estimated problem rates for newly purchased stereo headphones, not covered by an extended warranty or service contract, within the first two years of ownership.

Sound quality

Represents the tonal accuracy, clarity, detail, ambience, and dynamics of the audio reproduced by the headphones.

Sensitivity

An assessment of how loud wire connected 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 may have 2 sensitivity levels given: one with the highest selectable setting and the other with the lowest selectable setting. Not applicable for wireless headphones that do not have a cord connected option.

Type

Over the ear models completely envelop the ear. On-ear models sit on top of the ears. Insert models are inserted into the ear canal. Earbud models rest in the ear outside of the ear canal and may have a portion that extends into the ear canal.

Predicted Reliability

Predicted brand reliability ratings are based on estimated problem rates for newly purchased stereo headphones, not covered by an extended warranty or service contract, within the first two years of ownership.

Sound quality

Represents the tonal accuracy, clarity, detail, ambience, and dynamics of the audio reproduced by the headphones.

Sensitivity

An assessment of how loud wire connected 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 may have 2 sensitivity levels given: one with the highest selectable setting and the other with the lowest selectable setting. Not applicable for wireless headphones that do not have a cord connected option.

Type

Over the ear models completely envelop the ear. On-ear models sit on top of the ears. Insert models are inserted into the ear canal. Earbud models rest in the ear outside of the ear canal and may have a portion that extends into the ear canal.

Predicted Reliability

Predicted brand reliability ratings are based on estimated problem rates for newly purchased stereo headphones, not covered by an extended warranty or service contract, within the first two years of ownership.

Sound quality

Represents the tonal accuracy, clarity, detail, ambience, and dynamics of the audio reproduced by the headphones.

Sensitivity

An assessment of how loud wire connected 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 may have 2 sensitivity levels given: one with the highest selectable setting and the other with the lowest selectable setting. Not applicable for wireless headphones that do not have a cord connected option.

Type

Over the ear models completely envelop the ear. On-ear models sit on top of the ears. Insert models are inserted into the ear canal. Earbud models rest in the ear outside of the ear canal and may have a portion that extends into the ear canal.

Predicted Reliability

Predicted brand reliability ratings are based on estimated problem rates for newly purchased stereo headphones, not covered by an extended warranty or service contract, within the first two years of ownership.

Sound quality

Represents the tonal accuracy, clarity, detail, ambience, and dynamics of the audio reproduced by the headphones.

Sensitivity

An assessment of how loud wire connected 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 may have 2 sensitivity levels given: one with the highest selectable setting and the other with the lowest selectable setting. Not applicable for wireless headphones that do not have a cord connected option.

Type

Over the ear models completely envelop the ear. On-ear models sit on top of the ears. Insert models are inserted into the ear canal. Earbud models rest in the ear outside of the ear canal and may have a portion that extends into the ear canal.

Predicted Reliability

Predicted brand reliability ratings are based on estimated problem rates for newly purchased stereo headphones, not covered by an extended warranty or service contract, within the first two years of ownership.

Sound quality

Represents the tonal accuracy, clarity, detail, ambience, and dynamics of the audio reproduced by the headphones.

Sensitivity

An assessment of how loud wire connected 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 may have 2 sensitivity levels given: one with the highest selectable setting and the other with the lowest selectable setting. Not applicable for wireless headphones that do not have a cord connected option.

Type

Over the ear models completely envelop the ear. On-ear models sit on top of the ears. Insert models are inserted into the ear canal. Earbud models rest in the ear outside of the ear canal and may have a portion that extends into the ear canal.

Predicted Reliability

Predicted brand reliability ratings are based on estimated problem rates for newly purchased stereo headphones, not covered by an extended warranty or service contract, within the first two years of ownership.

Sound quality

Represents the tonal accuracy, clarity, detail, ambience, and dynamics of the audio reproduced by the headphones.

Sensitivity

An assessment of how loud wire connected 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 may have 2 sensitivity levels given: one with the highest selectable setting and the other with the lowest selectable setting. Not applicable for wireless headphones that do not have a cord connected option.

Type

Over the ear models completely envelop the ear. On-ear models sit on top of the ears. Insert models are inserted into the ear canal. Earbud models rest in the ear outside of the ear canal and may have a portion that extends into the ear canal.

Predicted Reliability

Predicted brand reliability ratings are based on estimated problem rates for newly purchased stereo headphones, not covered by an extended warranty or service contract, within the first two years of ownership.

Sound quality

Represents the tonal accuracy, clarity, detail, ambience, and dynamics of the audio reproduced by the headphones.

Sensitivity

An assessment of how loud wire connected 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 may have 2 sensitivity levels given: one with the highest selectable setting and the other with the lowest selectable setting. Not applicable for wireless headphones that do not have a cord connected option.

Type

Over the ear models completely envelop the ear. On-ear models sit on top of the ears. Insert models are inserted into the ear canal. Earbud models rest in the ear outside of the ear canal and may have a portion that extends into the ear canal.

Predicted Reliability

Predicted brand reliability ratings are based on estimated problem rates for newly purchased stereo headphones, not covered by an extended warranty or service contract, within the first two years of ownership.

Sound quality

Represents the tonal accuracy, clarity, detail, ambience, and dynamics of the audio reproduced by the headphones.

Sensitivity

An assessment of how loud wire connected 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 may have 2 sensitivity levels given: one with the highest selectable setting and the other with the lowest selectable setting. Not applicable for wireless headphones that do not have a cord connected option.

Type

Over the ear models completely envelop the ear. On-ear models sit on top of the ears. Insert models are inserted into the ear canal. Earbud models rest in the ear outside of the ear canal and may have a portion that extends into the ear canal.

Predicted Reliability

Predicted brand reliability ratings are based on estimated problem rates for newly purchased stereo headphones, not covered by an extended warranty or service contract, within the first two years of ownership.

Sound quality

Represents the tonal accuracy, clarity, detail, ambience, and dynamics of the audio reproduced by the headphones.

Sensitivity

An assessment of how loud wire connected 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 may have 2 sensitivity levels given: one with the highest selectable setting and the other with the lowest selectable setting. Not applicable for wireless headphones that do not have a cord connected option.

Type

Over the ear models completely envelop the ear. On-ear models sit on top of the ears. Insert models are inserted into the ear canal. Earbud models rest in the ear outside of the ear canal and may have a portion that extends into the ear canal.

Predicted Reliability

Predicted brand reliability ratings are based on estimated problem rates for newly purchased stereo headphones, not covered by an extended warranty or service contract, within the first two years of ownership.

Sound quality

Represents the tonal accuracy, clarity, detail, ambience, and dynamics of the audio reproduced by the headphones.

Sensitivity

An assessment of how loud wire connected 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 may have 2 sensitivity levels given: one with the highest selectable setting and the other with the lowest selectable setting. Not applicable for wireless headphones that do not have a cord connected option.

Type

Over the ear models completely envelop the ear. On-ear models sit on top of the ears. Insert models are inserted into the ear canal. Earbud models rest in the ear outside of the ear canal and may have a portion that extends into the ear canal.

Predicted Reliability

Predicted brand reliability ratings are based on estimated problem rates for newly purchased stereo headphones, not covered by an extended warranty or service contract, within the first two years of ownership.

Sound quality

Represents the tonal accuracy, clarity, detail, ambience, and dynamics of the audio reproduced by the headphones.

Sensitivity

An assessment of how loud wire connected 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 may have 2 sensitivity levels given: one with the highest selectable setting and the other with the lowest selectable setting. Not applicable for wireless headphones that do not have a cord connected option.

Type

Over the ear models completely envelop the ear. On-ear models sit on top of the ears. Insert models are inserted into the ear canal. Earbud models rest in the ear outside of the ear canal and may have a portion that extends into the ear canal.

Predicted Reliability

Predicted brand reliability ratings are based on estimated problem rates for newly purchased stereo headphones, not covered by an extended warranty or service contract, within the first two years of ownership.

Sound quality

Represents the tonal accuracy, clarity, detail, ambience, and dynamics of the audio reproduced by the headphones.

Sensitivity

An assessment of how loud wire connected 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 may have 2 sensitivity levels given: one with the highest selectable setting and the other with the lowest selectable setting. Not applicable for wireless headphones that do not have a cord connected option.

Type

Over the ear models completely envelop the ear. On-ear models sit on top of the ears. Insert models are inserted into the ear canal. Earbud models rest in the ear outside of the ear canal and may have a portion that extends into the ear canal.

Predicted Reliability

Predicted brand reliability ratings are based on estimated problem rates for newly purchased stereo headphones, not covered by an extended warranty or service contract, within the first two years of ownership.

Sound quality

Represents the tonal accuracy, clarity, detail, ambience, and dynamics of the audio reproduced by the headphones.

Sensitivity

An assessment of how loud wire connected 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 may have 2 sensitivity levels given: one with the highest selectable setting and the other with the lowest selectable setting. Not applicable for wireless headphones that do not have a cord connected option.

Type

Over the ear models completely envelop the ear. On-ear models sit on top of the ears. Insert models are inserted into the ear canal. Earbud models rest in the ear outside of the ear canal and may have a portion that extends into the ear canal.

Predicted Reliability

Predicted brand reliability ratings are based on estimated problem rates for newly purchased stereo headphones, not covered by an extended warranty or service contract, within the first two years of ownership.

Sound quality

Represents the tonal accuracy, clarity, detail, ambience, and dynamics of the audio reproduced by the headphones.

Sensitivity

An assessment of how loud wire connected 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 may have 2 sensitivity levels given: one with the highest selectable setting and the other with the lowest selectable setting. Not applicable for wireless headphones that do not have a cord connected option.

Type

Over the ear models completely envelop the ear. On-ear models sit on top of the ears. Insert models are inserted into the ear canal. Earbud models rest in the ear outside of the ear canal and may have a portion that extends into the ear canal.

Predicted Reliability

Predicted brand reliability ratings are based on estimated problem rates for newly purchased stereo headphones, not covered by an extended warranty or service contract, within the first two years of ownership.

Sound quality

Represents the tonal accuracy, clarity, detail, ambience, and dynamics of the audio reproduced by the headphones.

Sensitivity

An assessment of how loud wire connected 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 may have 2 sensitivity levels given: one with the highest selectable setting and the other with the lowest selectable setting. Not applicable for wireless headphones that do not have a cord connected option.

Type

Over the ear models completely envelop the ear. On-ear models sit on top of the ears. Insert models are inserted into the ear canal. Earbud models rest in the ear outside of the ear canal and may have a portion that extends into the ear canal.

Predicted Reliability

Predicted brand reliability ratings are based on estimated problem rates for newly purchased stereo headphones, not covered by an extended warranty or service contract, within the first two years of ownership.

Sound quality

Represents the tonal accuracy, clarity, detail, ambience, and dynamics of the audio reproduced by the headphones.

Sensitivity

An assessment of how loud wire connected 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 may have 2 sensitivity levels given: one with the highest selectable setting and the other with the lowest selectable setting. Not applicable for wireless headphones that do not have a cord connected option.

Type

Over the ear models completely envelop the ear. On-ear models sit on top of the ears. Insert models are inserted into the ear canal. Earbud models rest in the ear outside of the ear canal and may have a portion that extends into the ear canal.

Predicted Reliability

Predicted brand reliability ratings are based on estimated problem rates for newly purchased stereo headphones, not covered by an extended warranty or service contract, within the first two years of ownership.

Sound quality

Represents the tonal accuracy, clarity, detail, ambience, and dynamics of the audio reproduced by the headphones.

Sensitivity

An assessment of how loud wire connected 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 may have 2 sensitivity levels given: one with the highest selectable setting and the other with the lowest selectable setting. Not applicable for wireless headphones that do not have a cord connected option.

Type

Over the ear models completely envelop the ear. On-ear models sit on top of the ears. Insert models are inserted into the ear canal. Earbud models rest in the ear outside of the ear canal and may have a portion that extends into the ear canal.

Predicted Reliability

Predicted brand reliability ratings are based on estimated problem rates for newly purchased stereo headphones, not covered by an extended warranty or service contract, within the first two years of ownership.

Sound quality

Represents the tonal accuracy, clarity, detail, ambience, and dynamics of the audio reproduced by the headphones.

Sensitivity

An assessment of how loud wire connected 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 may have 2 sensitivity levels given: one with the highest selectable setting and the other with the lowest selectable setting. Not applicable for wireless headphones that do not have a cord connected option.

Type

Over the ear models completely envelop the ear. On-ear models sit on top of the ears. Insert models are inserted into the ear canal. Earbud models rest in the ear outside of the ear canal and may have a portion that extends into the ear canal.

Predicted Reliability

Predicted brand reliability ratings are based on estimated problem rates for newly purchased stereo headphones, not covered by an extended warranty or service contract, within the first two years of ownership.

Sound quality

Represents the tonal accuracy, clarity, detail, ambience, and dynamics of the audio reproduced by the headphones.

Sensitivity

An assessment of how loud wire connected 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 may have 2 sensitivity levels given: one with the highest selectable setting and the other with the lowest selectable setting. Not applicable for wireless headphones that do not have a cord connected option.

Type

Over the ear models completely envelop the ear. On-ear models sit on top of the ears. Insert models are inserted into the ear canal. Earbud models rest in the ear outside of the ear canal and may have a portion that extends into the ear canal.

Predicted Reliability

Predicted brand reliability ratings are based on estimated problem rates for newly purchased stereo headphones, not covered by an extended warranty or service contract, within the first two years of ownership.

Sound quality

Represents the tonal accuracy, clarity, detail, ambience, and dynamics of the audio reproduced by the headphones.

Sensitivity

An assessment of how loud wire connected 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 may have 2 sensitivity levels given: one with the highest selectable setting and the other with the lowest selectable setting. Not applicable for wireless headphones that do not have a cord connected option.

Type

Over the ear models completely envelop the ear. On-ear models sit on top of the ears. Insert models are inserted into the ear canal. Earbud models rest in the ear outside of the ear canal and may have a portion that extends into the ear canal.

Predicted Reliability

Predicted brand reliability ratings are based on estimated problem rates for newly purchased stereo headphones, not covered by an extended warranty or service contract, within the first two years of ownership.

Sound quality

Represents the tonal accuracy, clarity, detail, ambience, and dynamics of the audio reproduced by the headphones.

Sensitivity

An assessment of how loud wire connected 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 may have 2 sensitivity levels given: one with the highest selectable setting and the other with the lowest selectable setting. Not applicable for wireless headphones that do not have a cord connected option.

Type

Over the ear models completely envelop the ear. On-ear models sit on top of the ears. Insert models are inserted into the ear canal. Earbud models rest in the ear outside of the ear canal and may have a portion that extends into the ear canal.

Predicted Reliability

Predicted brand reliability ratings are based on estimated problem rates for newly purchased stereo headphones, not covered by an extended warranty or service contract, within the first two years of ownership.

Sound quality

Represents the tonal accuracy, clarity, detail, ambience, and dynamics of the audio reproduced by the headphones.

Sensitivity

An assessment of how loud wire connected 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 may have 2 sensitivity levels given: one with the highest selectable setting and the other with the lowest selectable setting. Not applicable for wireless headphones that do not have a cord connected option.

Type

Over the ear models completely envelop the ear. On-ear models sit on top of the ears. Insert models are inserted into the ear canal. Earbud models rest in the ear outside of the ear canal and may have a portion that extends into the ear canal.

Predicted Reliability

Predicted brand reliability ratings are based on estimated problem rates for newly purchased stereo headphones, not covered by an extended warranty or service contract, within the first two years of ownership.

Sound quality

Represents the tonal accuracy, clarity, detail, ambience, and dynamics of the audio reproduced by the headphones.

Sensitivity

An assessment of how loud wire connected 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 may have 2 sensitivity levels given: one with the highest selectable setting and the other with the lowest selectable setting. Not applicable for wireless headphones that do not have a cord connected option.

Type

Over the ear models completely envelop the ear. On-ear models sit on top of the ears. Insert models are inserted into the ear canal. Earbud models rest in the ear outside of the ear canal and may have a portion that extends into the ear canal.

Predicted Reliability

Predicted brand reliability ratings are based on estimated problem rates for newly purchased stereo headphones, not covered by an extended warranty or service contract, within the first two years of ownership.

Sound quality

Represents the tonal accuracy, clarity, detail, ambience, and dynamics of the audio reproduced by the headphones.

Sensitivity

An assessment of how loud wire connected 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 may have 2 sensitivity levels given: one with the highest selectable setting and the other with the lowest selectable setting. Not applicable for wireless headphones that do not have a cord connected option.

Type

Over the ear models completely envelop the ear. On-ear models sit on top of the ears. Insert models are inserted into the ear canal. Earbud models rest in the ear outside of the ear canal and may have a portion that extends into the ear canal.

Predicted Reliability

Predicted brand reliability ratings are based on estimated problem rates for newly purchased stereo headphones, not covered by an extended warranty or service contract, within the first two years of ownership.

Sound quality

Represents the tonal accuracy, clarity, detail, ambience, and dynamics of the audio reproduced by the headphones.

Sensitivity

An assessment of how loud wire connected 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 may have 2 sensitivity levels given: one with the highest selectable setting and the other with the lowest selectable setting. Not applicable for wireless headphones that do not have a cord connected option.

Type

Over the ear models completely envelop the ear. On-ear models sit on top of the ears. Insert models are inserted into the ear canal. Earbud models rest in the ear outside of the ear canal and may have a portion that extends into the ear canal.

Predicted Reliability

Predicted brand reliability ratings are based on estimated problem rates for newly purchased stereo headphones, not covered by an extended warranty or service contract, within the first two years of ownership.

Sound quality

Represents the tonal accuracy, clarity, detail, ambience, and dynamics of the audio reproduced by the headphones.

Sensitivity

An assessment of how loud wire connected 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 may have 2 sensitivity levels given: one with the highest selectable setting and the other with the lowest selectable setting. Not applicable for wireless headphones that do not have a cord connected option.

Type

Over the ear models completely envelop the ear. On-ear models sit on top of the ears. Insert models are inserted into the ear canal. Earbud models rest in the ear outside of the ear canal and may have a portion that extends into the ear canal.

Predicted Reliability

Predicted brand reliability ratings are based on estimated problem rates for newly purchased stereo headphones, not covered by an extended warranty or service contract, within the first two years of ownership.

Sound quality

Represents the tonal accuracy, clarity, detail, ambience, and dynamics of the audio reproduced by the headphones.

Sensitivity

An assessment of how loud wire connected 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 may have 2 sensitivity levels given: one with the highest selectable setting and the other with the lowest selectable setting. Not applicable for wireless headphones that do not have a cord connected option.

Type

Over the ear models completely envelop the ear. On-ear models sit on top of the ears. Insert models are inserted into the ear canal. Earbud models rest in the ear outside of the ear canal and may have a portion that extends into the ear canal.

Predicted Reliability

Predicted brand reliability ratings are based on estimated problem rates for newly purchased stereo headphones, not covered by an extended warranty or service contract, within the first two years of ownership.

Sound quality

Represents the tonal accuracy, clarity, detail, ambience, and dynamics of the audio reproduced by the headphones.

Sensitivity

An assessment of how loud wire connected 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 may have 2 sensitivity levels given: one with the highest selectable setting and the other with the lowest selectable setting. Not applicable for wireless headphones that do not have a cord connected option.

Type

Over the ear models completely envelop the ear. On-ear models sit on top of the ears. Insert models are inserted into the ear canal. Earbud models rest in the ear outside of the ear canal and may have a portion that extends into the ear canal.

Predicted Reliability

Predicted brand reliability ratings are based on estimated problem rates for newly purchased stereo headphones, not covered by an extended warranty or service contract, within the first two years of ownership.

Sound quality

Represents the tonal accuracy, clarity, detail, ambience, and dynamics of the audio reproduced by the headphones.

Sensitivity

An assessment of how loud wire connected 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 may have 2 sensitivity levels given: one with the highest selectable setting and the other with the lowest selectable setting. Not applicable for wireless headphones that do not have a cord connected option.

Type

Over the ear models completely envelop the ear. On-ear models sit on top of the ears. Insert models are inserted into the ear canal. Earbud models rest in the ear outside of the ear canal and may have a portion that extends into the ear canal.

Predicted Reliability

Predicted brand reliability ratings are based on estimated problem rates for newly purchased stereo headphones, not covered by an extended warranty or service contract, within the first two years of ownership.

Sound quality

Represents the tonal accuracy, clarity, detail, ambience, and dynamics of the audio reproduced by the headphones.

Sensitivity

An assessment of how loud wire connected 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 may have 2 sensitivity levels given: one with the highest selectable setting and the other with the lowest selectable setting. Not applicable for wireless headphones that do not have a cord connected option.

Type

Over the ear models completely envelop the ear. On-ear models sit on top of the ears. Insert models are inserted into the ear canal. Earbud models rest in the ear outside of the ear canal and may have a portion that extends into the ear canal.

Predicted Reliability

Predicted brand reliability ratings are based on estimated problem rates for newly purchased stereo headphones, not covered by an extended warranty or service contract, within the first two years of ownership.

Sound quality

Represents the tonal accuracy, clarity, detail, ambience, and dynamics of the audio reproduced by the headphones.

Sensitivity

An assessment of how loud wire connected 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 may have 2 sensitivity levels given: one with the highest selectable setting and the other with the lowest selectable setting. Not applicable for wireless headphones that do not have a cord connected option.

Type

Over the ear models completely envelop the ear. On-ear models sit on top of the ears. Insert models are inserted into the ear canal. Earbud models rest in the ear outside of the ear canal and may have a portion that extends into the ear canal.

Predicted Reliability

Predicted brand reliability ratings are based on estimated problem rates for newly purchased stereo headphones, not covered by an extended warranty or service contract, within the first two years of ownership.

Sound quality

Represents the tonal accuracy, clarity, detail, ambience, and dynamics of the audio reproduced by the headphones.

Sensitivity

An assessment of how loud wire connected 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 may have 2 sensitivity levels given: one with the highest selectable setting and the other with the lowest selectable setting. Not applicable for wireless headphones that do not have a cord connected option.

Type

Over the ear models completely envelop the ear. On-ear models sit on top of the ears. Insert models are inserted into the ear canal. Earbud models rest in the ear outside of the ear canal and may have a portion that extends into the ear canal.

Predicted Reliability

Predicted brand reliability ratings are based on estimated problem rates for newly purchased stereo headphones, not covered by an extended warranty or service contract, within the first two years of ownership.

Sound quality

Represents the tonal accuracy, clarity, detail, ambience, and dynamics of the audio reproduced by the headphones.

Sensitivity

An assessment of how loud wire connected 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 may have 2 sensitivity levels given: one with the highest selectable setting and the other with the lowest selectable setting. Not applicable for wireless headphones that do not have a cord connected option.

Type

Over the ear models completely envelop the ear. On-ear models sit on top of the ears. Insert models are inserted into the ear canal. Earbud models rest in the ear outside of the ear canal and may have a portion that extends into the ear canal.

Predicted Reliability

Predicted brand reliability ratings are based on estimated problem rates for newly purchased stereo headphones, not covered by an extended warranty or service contract, within the first two years of ownership.

Sound quality

Represents the tonal accuracy, clarity, detail, ambience, and dynamics of the audio reproduced by the headphones.

Sensitivity

An assessment of how loud wire connected 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 may have 2 sensitivity levels given: one with the highest selectable setting and the other with the lowest selectable setting. Not applicable for wireless headphones that do not have a cord connected option.

Type

Over the ear models completely envelop the ear. On-ear models sit on top of the ears. Insert models are inserted into the ear canal. Earbud models rest in the ear outside of the ear canal and may have a portion that extends into the ear canal.

Predicted Reliability

Predicted brand reliability ratings are based on estimated problem rates for newly purchased stereo headphones, not covered by an extended warranty or service contract, within the first two years of ownership.

Sound quality

Represents the tonal accuracy, clarity, detail, ambience, and dynamics of the audio reproduced by the headphones.

Sensitivity

An assessment of how loud wire connected 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 may have 2 sensitivity levels given: one with the highest selectable setting and the other with the lowest selectable setting. Not applicable for wireless headphones that do not have a cord connected option.

Type

Over the ear models completely envelop the ear. On-ear models sit on top of the ears. Insert models are inserted into the ear canal. Earbud models rest in the ear outside of the ear canal and may have a portion that extends into the ear canal.

Predicted Reliability

Predicted brand reliability ratings are based on estimated problem rates for newly purchased stereo headphones, not covered by an extended warranty or service contract, within the first two years of ownership.

Sound quality

Represents the tonal accuracy, clarity, detail, ambience, and dynamics of the audio reproduced by the headphones.

Sensitivity

An assessment of how loud wire connected 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 may have 2 sensitivity levels given: one with the highest selectable setting and the other with the lowest selectable setting. Not applicable for wireless headphones that do not have a cord connected option.

Type

Over the ear models completely envelop the ear. On-ear models sit on top of the ears. Insert models are inserted into the ear canal. Earbud models rest in the ear outside of the ear canal and may have a portion that extends into the ear canal.

Predicted Reliability

Predicted brand reliability ratings are based on estimated problem rates for newly purchased stereo headphones, not covered by an extended warranty or service contract, within the first two years of ownership.

Sound quality

Represents the tonal accuracy, clarity, detail, ambience, and dynamics of the audio reproduced by the headphones.

Sensitivity

An assessment of how loud wire connected 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 may have 2 sensitivity levels given: one with the highest selectable setting and the other with the lowest selectable setting. Not applicable for wireless headphones that do not have a cord connected option.

Type

Over the ear models completely envelop the ear. On-ear models sit on top of the ears. Insert models are inserted into the ear canal. Earbud models rest in the ear outside of the ear canal and may have a portion that extends into the ear canal.

Predicted Reliability

Predicted brand reliability ratings are based on estimated problem rates for newly purchased stereo headphones, not covered by an extended warranty or service contract, within the first two years of ownership.

Sound quality

Represents the tonal accuracy, clarity, detail, ambience, and dynamics of the audio reproduced by the headphones.

Sensitivity

An assessment of how loud wire connected 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 may have 2 sensitivity levels given: one with the highest selectable setting and the other with the lowest selectable setting. Not applicable for wireless headphones that do not have a cord connected option.

Type

Over the ear models completely envelop the ear. On-ear models sit on top of the ears. Insert models are inserted into the ear canal. Earbud models rest in the ear outside of the ear canal and may have a portion that extends into the ear canal.

Predicted Reliability

Predicted brand reliability ratings are based on estimated problem rates for newly purchased stereo headphones, not covered by an extended warranty or service contract, within the first two years of ownership.

Sound quality

Represents the tonal accuracy, clarity, detail, ambience, and dynamics of the audio reproduced by the headphones.

Sensitivity

An assessment of how loud wire connected 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 may have 2 sensitivity levels given: one with the highest selectable setting and the other with the lowest selectable setting. Not applicable for wireless headphones that do not have a cord connected option.

Type

Over the ear models completely envelop the ear. On-ear models sit on top of the ears. Insert models are inserted into the ear canal. Earbud models rest in the ear outside of the ear canal and may have a portion that extends into the ear canal.

Predicted Reliability

Predicted brand reliability ratings are based on estimated problem rates for newly purchased stereo headphones, not covered by an extended warranty or service contract, within the first two years of ownership.

Sound quality

Represents the tonal accuracy, clarity, detail, ambience, and dynamics of the audio reproduced by the headphones.

Sensitivity

An assessment of how loud wire connected 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 may have 2 sensitivity levels given: one with the highest selectable setting and the other with the lowest selectable setting. Not applicable for wireless headphones that do not have a cord connected option.

Type

Over the ear models completely envelop the ear. On-ear models sit on top of the ears. Insert models are inserted into the ear canal. Earbud models rest in the ear outside of the ear canal and may have a portion that extends into the ear canal.

Predicted Reliability

Predicted brand reliability ratings are based on estimated problem rates for newly purchased stereo headphones, not covered by an extended warranty or service contract, within the first two years of ownership.

Sound quality

Represents the tonal accuracy, clarity, detail, ambience, and dynamics of the audio reproduced by the headphones.

Sensitivity

An assessment of how loud wire connected 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 may have 2 sensitivity levels given: one with the highest selectable setting and the other with the lowest selectable setting. Not applicable for wireless headphones that do not have a cord connected option.

Type

Over the ear models completely envelop the ear. On-ear models sit on top of the ears. Insert models are inserted into the ear canal. Earbud models rest in the ear outside of the ear canal and may have a portion that extends into the ear canal.

Predicted Reliability

Predicted brand reliability ratings are based on estimated problem rates for newly purchased stereo headphones, not covered by an extended warranty or service contract, within the first two years of ownership.

Sound quality

Represents the tonal accuracy, clarity, detail, ambience, and dynamics of the audio reproduced by the headphones.

Sensitivity

An assessment of how loud wire connected 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 may have 2 sensitivity levels given: one with the highest selectable setting and the other with the lowest selectable setting. Not applicable for wireless headphones that do not have a cord connected option.

Type

Over the ear models completely envelop the ear. On-ear models sit on top of the ears. Insert models are inserted into the ear canal. Earbud models rest in the ear outside of the ear canal and may have a portion that extends into the ear canal.

Predicted Reliability

Predicted brand reliability ratings are based on estimated problem rates for newly purchased stereo headphones, not covered by an extended warranty or service contract, within the first two years of ownership.

Sound quality

Represents the tonal accuracy, clarity, detail, ambience, and dynamics of the audio reproduced by the headphones.

Sensitivity

An assessment of how loud wire connected 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 may have 2 sensitivity levels given: one with the highest selectable setting and the other with the lowest selectable setting. Not applicable for wireless headphones that do not have a cord connected option.

Type

Over the ear models completely envelop the ear. On-ear models sit on top of the ears. Insert models are inserted into the ear canal. Earbud models rest in the ear outside of the ear canal and may have a portion that extends into the ear canal.

Predicted Reliability

Predicted brand reliability ratings are based on estimated problem rates for newly purchased stereo headphones, not covered by an extended warranty or service contract, within the first two years of ownership.

Sound quality

Represents the tonal accuracy, clarity, detail, ambience, and dynamics of the audio reproduced by the headphones.

Sensitivity

An assessment of how loud wire connected 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 may have 2 sensitivity levels given: one with the highest selectable setting and the other with the lowest selectable setting. Not applicable for wireless headphones that do not have a cord connected option.

Type

Over the ear models completely envelop the ear. On-ear models sit on top of the ears. Insert models are inserted into the ear canal. Earbud models rest in the ear outside of the ear canal and may have a portion that extends into the ear canal.

Predicted Reliability

Predicted brand reliability ratings are based on estimated problem rates for newly purchased stereo headphones, not covered by an extended warranty or service contract, within the first two years of ownership.

Sound quality

Represents the tonal accuracy, clarity, detail, ambience, and dynamics of the audio reproduced by the headphones.

Sensitivity

An assessment of how loud wire connected 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 may have 2 sensitivity levels given: one with the highest selectable setting and the other with the lowest selectable setting. Not applicable for wireless headphones that do not have a cord connected option.

Type

Over the ear models completely envelop the ear. On-ear models sit on top of the ears. Insert models are inserted into the ear canal. Earbud models rest in the ear outside of the ear canal and may have a portion that extends into the ear canal.

Predicted Reliability

Predicted brand reliability ratings are based on estimated problem rates for newly purchased stereo headphones, not covered by an extended warranty or service contract, within the first two years of ownership.

Sound quality

Represents the tonal accuracy, clarity, detail, ambience, and dynamics of the audio reproduced by the headphones.

Sensitivity

An assessment of how loud wire connected 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 may have 2 sensitivity levels given: one with the highest selectable setting and the other with the lowest selectable setting. Not applicable for wireless headphones that do not have a cord connected option.

Type

Over the ear models completely envelop the ear. On-ear models sit on top of the ears. Insert models are inserted into the ear canal. Earbud models rest in the ear outside of the ear canal and may have a portion that extends into the ear canal.

Predicted Reliability

Predicted brand reliability ratings are based on estimated problem rates for newly purchased stereo headphones, not covered by an extended warranty or service contract, within the first two years of ownership.

Sound quality

Represents the tonal accuracy, clarity, detail, ambience, and dynamics of the audio reproduced by the headphones.

Sensitivity

An assessment of how loud wire connected 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 may have 2 sensitivity levels given: one with the highest selectable setting and the other with the lowest selectable setting. Not applicable for wireless headphones that do not have a cord connected option.

Type

Over the ear models completely envelop the ear. On-ear models sit on top of the ears. Insert models are inserted into the ear canal. Earbud models rest in the ear outside of the ear canal and may have a portion that extends into the ear canal.

Predicted Reliability

Predicted brand reliability ratings are based on estimated problem rates for newly purchased stereo headphones, not covered by an extended warranty or service contract, within the first two years of ownership.

Sound quality

Represents the tonal accuracy, clarity, detail, ambience, and dynamics of the audio reproduced by the headphones.

Sensitivity

An assessment of how loud wire connected 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 may have 2 sensitivity levels given: one with the highest selectable setting and the other with the lowest selectable setting. Not applicable for wireless headphones that do not have a cord connected option.

Type

Over the ear models completely envelop the ear. On-ear models sit on top of the ears. Insert models are inserted into the ear canal. Earbud models rest in the ear outside of the ear canal and may have a portion that extends into the ear canal.

Predicted Reliability

Predicted brand reliability ratings are based on estimated problem rates for newly purchased stereo headphones, not covered by an extended warranty or service contract, within the first two years of ownership.

Sound quality

Represents the tonal accuracy, clarity, detail, ambience, and dynamics of the audio reproduced by the headphones.

Sensitivity

An assessment of how loud wire connected 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 may have 2 sensitivity levels given: one with the highest selectable setting and the other with the lowest selectable setting. Not applicable for wireless headphones that do not have a cord connected option.

Type

Over the ear models completely envelop the ear. On-ear models sit on top of the ears. Insert models are inserted into the ear canal. Earbud models rest in the ear outside of the ear canal and may have a portion that extends into the ear canal.

Predicted Reliability

Predicted brand reliability ratings are based on estimated problem rates for newly purchased stereo headphones, not covered by an extended warranty or service contract, within the first two years of ownership.

Sound quality

Represents the tonal accuracy, clarity, detail, ambience, and dynamics of the audio reproduced by the headphones.

Sensitivity

An assessment of how loud wire connected 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 may have 2 sensitivity levels given: one with the highest selectable setting and the other with the lowest selectable setting. Not applicable for wireless headphones that do not have a cord connected option.

Type

Over the ear models completely envelop the ear. On-ear models sit on top of the ears. Insert models are inserted into the ear canal. Earbud models rest in the ear outside of the ear canal and may have a portion that extends into the ear canal.

Predicted Reliability

Predicted brand reliability ratings are based on estimated problem rates for newly purchased stereo headphones, not covered by an extended warranty or service contract, within the first two years of ownership.

Sound quality

Represents the tonal accuracy, clarity, detail, ambience, and dynamics of the audio reproduced by the headphones.

Sensitivity

An assessment of how loud wire connected 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 may have 2 sensitivity levels given: one with the highest selectable setting and the other with the lowest selectable setting. Not applicable for wireless headphones that do not have a cord connected option.

Type

Over the ear models completely envelop the ear. On-ear models sit on top of the ears. Insert models are inserted into the ear canal. Earbud models rest in the ear outside of the ear canal and may have a portion that extends into the ear canal.

Predicted Reliability

Predicted brand reliability ratings are based on estimated problem rates for newly purchased stereo headphones, not covered by an extended warranty or service contract, within the first two years of ownership.

Sound quality

Represents the tonal accuracy, clarity, detail, ambience, and dynamics of the audio reproduced by the headphones.

Sensitivity

An assessment of how loud wire connected 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 may have 2 sensitivity levels given: one with the highest selectable setting and the other with the lowest selectable setting. Not applicable for wireless headphones that do not have a cord connected option.

Type

Over the ear models completely envelop the ear. On-ear models sit on top of the ears. Insert models are inserted into the ear canal. Earbud models rest in the ear outside of the ear canal and may have a portion that extends into the ear canal.

Predicted Reliability

Predicted brand reliability ratings are based on estimated problem rates for newly purchased stereo headphones, not covered by an extended warranty or service contract, within the first two years of ownership.

Sound quality

Represents the tonal accuracy, clarity, detail, ambience, and dynamics of the audio reproduced by the headphones.

Sensitivity

An assessment of how loud wire connected 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 may have 2 sensitivity levels given: one with the highest selectable setting and the other with the lowest selectable setting. Not applicable for wireless headphones that do not have a cord connected option.

Type

Over the ear models completely envelop the ear. On-ear models sit on top of the ears. Insert models are inserted into the ear canal. Earbud models rest in the ear outside of the ear canal and may have a portion that extends into the ear canal.

Predicted Reliability

Predicted brand reliability ratings are based on estimated problem rates for newly purchased stereo headphones, not covered by an extended warranty or service contract, within the first two years of ownership.

Sound quality

Represents the tonal accuracy, clarity, detail, ambience, and dynamics of the audio reproduced by the headphones.

Sensitivity

An assessment of how loud wire connected 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 may have 2 sensitivity levels given: one with the highest selectable setting and the other with the lowest selectable setting. Not applicable for wireless headphones that do not have a cord connected option.

Type

Over the ear models completely envelop the ear. On-ear models sit on top of the ears. Insert models are inserted into the ear canal. Earbud models rest in the ear outside of the ear canal and may have a portion that extends into the ear canal.

Predicted Reliability

Predicted brand reliability ratings are based on estimated problem rates for newly purchased stereo headphones, not covered by an extended warranty or service contract, within the first two years of ownership.

Sound quality

Represents the tonal accuracy, clarity, detail, ambience, and dynamics of the audio reproduced by the headphones.

Sensitivity

An assessment of how loud wire connected 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 may have 2 sensitivity levels given: one with the highest selectable setting and the other with the lowest selectable setting. Not applicable for wireless headphones that do not have a cord connected option.

Type

Over the ear models completely envelop the ear. On-ear models sit on top of the ears. Insert models are inserted into the ear canal. Earbud models rest in the ear outside of the ear canal and may have a portion that extends into the ear canal.

Sound quality

Represents the tonal accuracy, clarity, detail, ambience, and dynamics of the audio reproduced by the headphones.

Sensitivity

An assessment of how loud wire connected 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 may have 2 sensitivity levels given: one with the highest selectable setting and the other with the lowest selectable setting. Not applicable for wireless headphones that do not have a cord connected option.

Type

Over the ear models completely envelop the ear. On-ear models sit on top of the ears. Insert models are inserted into the ear canal. Earbud models rest in the ear outside of the ear canal and may have a portion that extends into the ear canal.

Design

Closed headphones rest on or around the user's ears and rely on a seal between the user's ears and the headphone for proper bass response, and somewhat isolate the user from outside sounds. Open air models rest on or around the user's ears but do not rely on a seal between the user's ears and headphones for proper bass response and do not isolate the user from outside sounds. Ear insert models are inserted into and are held in place by the ear canal; they rely on a seal between the user's ears and the headphones for proper bass response, and somewhat isolate the user from outside sounds. Earbud models rest in the area outside of the ear canal and may extend into the ear canal but do not rely on the ear canal to be held in place; they do not rely on a seal between the user's ears and headphones for proper bass response and do not isolate the user from outside sounds.

Predicted Reliability

Predicted brand reliability ratings are based on estimated problem rates for newly purchased stereo headphones, not covered by an extended warranty or service contract, within the first two years of ownership.

Sound quality

Represents the tonal accuracy, clarity, detail, ambience, and dynamics of the audio reproduced by the headphones.

Sensitivity

An assessment of how loud wire connected 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 may have 2 sensitivity levels given: one with the highest selectable setting and the other with the lowest selectable setting. Not applicable for wireless headphones that do not have a cord connected option.

Type

Over the ear models completely envelop the ear. On-ear models sit on top of the ears. Insert models are inserted into the ear canal. Earbud models rest in the ear outside of the ear canal and may have a portion that extends into the ear canal.

Predicted Reliability

Predicted brand reliability ratings are based on estimated problem rates for newly purchased stereo headphones, not covered by an extended warranty or service contract, within the first two years of ownership.

Sound quality

Represents the tonal accuracy, clarity, detail, ambience, and dynamics of the audio reproduced by the headphones.

Sensitivity

An assessment of how loud wire connected 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 may have 2 sensitivity levels given: one with the highest selectable setting and the other with the lowest selectable setting. Not applicable for wireless headphones that do not have a cord connected option.