Ted is a professional product reviewer who joined us on September 2011. Ted is an active runner and music fanatic. He ownes and operates an electronics store in Germantown, Wisconsin where he sells Bose headphones and other audio equipment.

Bose QuietComfort 15 Review by Ted Strong

Sound Quality
Noise Canceling Score
Overall Value

Overview

Some people are content with the earphones that come with their chosen portable music player. However, other people find these earphones to be of poor quality. According to them, these stock earphones give poor quality music and their wires are easily frayed and broken, so they choose headphones that deliver the best quality in terms of sound and in functionality, such as the Bose QuietComfort 15 headphones.

The company that manufactures them calls them their best headphones, period. The Bose QuietComfort 15 is one of the best products Bose has ever come up with in terms of noise cancelling headphones. This nifty headphone from Bose is able to reduce noise across a wide range of frequencies so you can enjoy listening to your music more.

Bose has come up with this innovative product that uses microphones both inside and outside each ear cup to sense and reduce the noise and other sounds that are around the listener. Another unique feature of the Bose QuietComfort 15 is its Triport acoustic headphone structure. The headphone structure features small vents in the ear cups to make sure that it gives toned and balanced audio performance for the ultimate listening experience.

Aside from the unique Bose features of this headphone, it has other amazing features as well. It has active equalization that is able to electronically tune the frequency response of the headphones. The QuietComfort also comes with interchangeable audio cables. One of these cables is for general use, and the other cable is specifically designed for use with Apple products. This cable for Apple products has an inline microphone that allows the user to have hands-free mobile phone conversation if he or she has an iPhone, as well as access to different voice applications such as Voice Control and Voice Over (which is included in the features of the iPhone). Moreover, this QuietComfort 15 from Bose has an inline three-button remote which enables the user to switch between calls and music. These buttons also allows the user to control the volume, track selection, and access the voice applications of the iPhone.

They are ideal gifts for the holiday season for your relative or family member who is constantly plugged into his or her music player. You can buy the Bose QuietComfort 15 from Bose stores around the country. They are also available in music stores and computer stores that sell these kinds of accessories. You can also buy them online, either from the official Bose website or from online retailers.

Bose QuietComfort 15 Review

The Bose QuietComfort 15 is a revolutionary headset from Bose. This headphone allows you to enjoy your music anytime and anywhere. The sound has crisp detail and blocks out any other noise.

As you read any Bose QuietComfort 15 review they will tell you the good and the bad about this Bose Headset. The Bose QuietComfort has the following key features:

• This headset prides itself with an acoustic noise reduction feature. It reduces noise across all frequencies. You will enjoy every thump and bump of your favorite hip hop tracks. You will also relax to the soothing beats of your favorite Bossanova tunes as you relax by the beach. The noise reduction technology allows you to zone in on every detail of your favorite music.
• The headset offers a comfortable cushioned headset that fits around your ear.
• The package includes a cable that comes with a remote for your iPod or iPhone.
• This headset also comes with a mic for hands free calling from your iPhone.
• AAA battery that has a thirty five hour battery life.

These are the features of the Bose 15, but the main benefactor of this innovative headset are frequent flyers. It benefits frequent flyers because of its compact size and noise reduction technology.

Bose Technology at its Finest

A Bose QuietComfort 15 review will tell you about the innovative and advanced technology that this state of the art headset offers.

The QC15 headphones use innovative electronics and microphones inside and outside of each ear to get a feel of the sounds around you. Once it detects the different sounds around you it reduces the noise and delivers high quality sounds straight to your ears. The cushions on the Bose headset also reduce the noise even before it reaches your ears.

The QC15 from Bose also uses the TriPort acoustic headset structure to make every sound crisp and life like. You will be able to enjoy your favorite tunes because the headset enhances and improves the sound that enters your ears. Aside from listening to your favorite tunes you can use this headset from Bose to have relaxing sleep. You can wear the headphones before you sleep and use it to reduce or block out the noise around you.

The Bose QC15 is an innovative headset that can be used to enjoy music or just get some quality quiet time.

Warranty Details

For record purposes, customers who purchase the Bose QuietComfort 15 are advised to register their purchase.  However, failure to register does not mean that you will lose your warranty rights.  You will still be able to claim the warranty in case you experience problems with your set of headphones.

When you buy Bose QuietComfort 15 headphones, the following items should be included in the box;

• Silver colored QuietComfort Headphones;  These measure 7.5 inches high and 6.5 inches wide.  They weigh about 7.3 oz.
• A detachable QuietComfort 15 inline remote and microphone cable.
• A detachable Standard audio cable.
• AAA battery with an average of 35 hours usage.
• A dual pin airline adapter.
• A Carrying case.

It is important to safe-keep the purchase receipts.  This is because Bose requires proof of purchase from all customers seeking Limited Warranty services for any defective purchase.  Make sure that you also carry along the defective earphones. 

Bose provides contact information for their regional offices online in case you need to ship the item back.  Please look out for their specific shipping instructions for your region.  Following these instructions will make it easier and faster for Bose to respond to your complaint.

The shipping instructions include;

• labelling and shipping the product to an authorized Bose dealer in your region.
• Prepaying the freight costs.
• Identify and clearly display the Return Authorization Number on the parcel.  Please note that returned items that do not have a Return Authorization Number will be rejected so make sure that you include it on the shipping details.

Customers who have had problematic issues with their set of Bose headphones report that they received excellent customer support from Bose.  Many say that they had had their faulty headsets replaced with ease.

Bose QuietComfort 15 versus Beats Studio

The Bose QuietComfort 15 and the Beats by Dr Dre (Monster) Studio are among the latest noise-cancelling headphones on the market. 

Both types of earphones have good quality sound but there are a few notable differences.

Pros

Design

The Bose QuietComfort 15 and the Beats studio both have a sleek and slimmer design.  This is intended to make them more flexible and comfortable for the user.   They are notably slimmer and lighter in weight compared to previous noise-cancelling headphones by the same manufacturers.  For example, the Bose QuietComfort 15 weighs just 207.5 grams.  This significant reduction in size makes them easier to use, and also store.   They can easily be folded making them ideal for travel.

Performance

They each offer quality sound which provides the listener with an excellent listening experience.  The Beats Studio headphones give off a deeper bass sound than the Bose QuietComfort 15.  However, this means that you will need an extra battery to operate the noise-cancelling feature.  Other differences that you may find include the following;

Some User reviews seem to favor, the Bose QuietComfort 15 in terms of sound output.  Customers were most impressed by the quality of the sound and its active noise-cancelling capabilities.  It seems that the Beats Studio headphones allow noise to seep through.

The active noise-cancelling feature ensures that any external noise is blocked and you get a much cleaner sound from your headphones.  This is especially useful if you are travelling, studying, or working in a noisy environment.  This feature eliminates background noise such as the humming of computers, fridge, or air-conditioner.

Cons

Some customers have reported that the Bose QuietComfort 15 headphones do not have the option for passive play.  This means that the headphones will stop playing as soon as the AAA batteries run out.  This is a drawback especially if you do not have spare batteries handy.  At this point it is useful to note that the batteries on these headphones have a running time of 35 hours.

Price

The Price range for both products is US$ 300 and above.  This is not cheap by any means.  You may want to look around for less costly but effective versions of noise-cancelling earphones if price is a major factor in your buying decision.

The Bose QuietComfort 15 is selling for $300+ on Amazon.   Depending on where you buy them, the Beats Studio headphones cost an average of US$ $350.

Pros and Cons

The Bose 15 version of the QuietComfort line looks pretty identical to the 2s, featuring the same over-ear design with ear cups that swivel for an exact fit and fold flat for easy storage in a stylish case. They’re noise reduction earphones so they are fitted with Bose Quiet Comfort technology aimed at reducing noise around you. In fact, proprietary ear cushioning technology even blocks some noises before they even reach your ears. Don’t feel like listening to music? These Quiet Comfort headphones can be worn to simply reduce noise around you so you can relax even without your tunes.

Pros and cons

In assessing headphones in general, it is important that you have a good grasp of pros and cons so you know exactly what you’ll be getting should you decide to buy a particular pair of headphones. In the case of Bose head phones, the QuietComfort 15 series in particular, here are the pros and cons you have to consider:

• Pros: Extra comfortable design (advanced cushioning design), highly effective noise-cancelling mechanism (microphones are placed inside and outside the ear cups so all sounds are picked up and reduced as needed before they even reach your ears), improved sound (audio performance gets a boost in balance  because of tiny vents in the ear cups that allow for a variety of sounds, including deep and low notes from smaller headphones, as well as active equalization that electronically tunes frequency responses for outstanding audio), compact storage (ear cups rotate to 90 degrees so they can be folded flat for easy storage and portability in the included carrying case), and other features (Apple products (iPod nano 4^th to 6^th generation, iPod Classic, iPod Touch 2^nd to 4^th generation, iPhone 3GS, iPhone 4, iPad, iPad2, Macbook, and Macbook Pro) compatibility that allows you to switch between music and calls using the inline remote).

• Cons: Price (definitely not a bargain but you’ll definitely find the price you had to pay for quality and comfort will be well worth it), and headphones stop working when batteries are down.

Gone over the pros and cons? Think the Bose QuietComfort 15 is for you? Every purchase of Bose QuietComfort 15 headphones includes the actual headphones, detachable microphone cable and inline remote cable, standard audio cable, carrying case, airline adapter, and AAA battery. You can get your hands on the QuietComfort line by going online and buying directly from the Bose site or checking your local mall for a distributor.

What Are Noise Cancelling Headphones?

For music lovers and serious audiophiles, nothing beats having noise cancelling headphones so they can listen to their favorite music on their portable music players. Ordinary earphones simply will not do because often, these flimsy earphones do not deliver quality music that they want and their cables are easily frayed and broken. When they listen to their music, they want to hear only the music and not the white noise and other sounds of whatever environment they are currently in.

Here is a brief background on noise cancelling headphones. These are the type of headphones that reduce unwanted ambient sounds and other acoustic noise through the use of active noise control technology. This kind of technology uses microphones which are placed near the ears, and some electronics that uses these microphones to make an anti-noise signal. When such is used, the destructive interference cancels out the ambient noise and all the person can hear is the music that is being played on the portable music player. However, keep in mind that these noise canceling headphones only block out the lower frequency portions of the ambient noise. Also, these headphones also consume power, either by battery or with the use or a USB port, and if these are not replaced regularly, they will either function as regular headphones or will not be able to function at all, depending on the manufacturer.

One of the leading companies that manufacture noise cancelling headphones is Bose, and they have two types of these headphones which are currently out in the market today. One is the Bose QuietComfort 15 Acoustic Noise Cancelling headphones. Touted as Boses best noise cancelling headphones up to date, the QuietComfort 15 feature innovative advancements in noise reduction technology which is able to reduce noise across a wide range of frequencies. Not only will you be able to enjoy quality and life-like sound with the Bose QuietComfort 15, you will also enjoy its long-lasting comfortable fit so you can enjoy listening to music and watching movies for hours and hours. Another type of noise cancelling headphones from Bose is the Bose QuietComfort 3 Acoustic Noise Cancelling headphones. The Bose QuietComfort 3 gives high-performing noise reduction technology and is ideal to use for travel, work, and home. It features a comfortable, compact and lightweight on-ear design and has a rechargeable lithium-ion battery and a charger included. It is the over ear noise cancelling headphones of choice if you tend to travel a lot because it also had fold-flat ear cups for easy storage in its slim carrying case.

You can buy these best value noise cancelling headphones from Bose stores around the country or from online retailers.

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