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Most comfortable headphones - ABC

Posted: Oct 15, 2009

Which headphones do you like the best in terms of comfort and quality? Some of the ones that fit inside the ears, the earbuds, make my ears sore. My boss suggested the noise-canceling kind that fit over the ears, but they are very expensive and they also look like they were be very heavy to wear. Any recommendations would be great, thank you.

Sony - sarah

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I have Sony Dynamic Stereo Headphones, MDR-V150. I got them at Fred Meyer for about 25 bucks. They are comfortable, have good sound and seem to be well built. The only complaint I have is that they have a ridiculously long cord and it always gets tangled under my desk and I end up getting tripped up on it when I try to stand up. Doesn't really help the whole graceful factor when I get up to meet with a client ;-)

BTW - why don't we have a spellchecker in here? That drives me crazy! (if there is one, let me know!)

sony noise-cancelling - Linda

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I have the Sony noise-cancelling kind but don't use batteries for the noise-canncelling thingy. They are very light weight and I love them. I would never go back to the ear buds. These are totally comfortable. Why not do a search on google and check for the price. I have had these for 3 years but don't they cost over $50.

SONY MDR-NC6 - Linda

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I just did a search and they are $100 new, but have some used for sale... at amazon.com. They are SO worth it though... Been doing this for 20 years and used these for the last 3.

headphones - sm

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I've tried in the ear, and on the ear types, and around the ear, with over the head, and under the chin styles. Yes they are expensive, but i find Bose to be the most comfortable, with the best sound. I have the noise canceling ones now, and used the non-NC ones before that. If you buy direct from Bose, you get, i believe, a 90-day trial period. If you don't think they're for you, you can send them back for a full refund. The headset is extremely comfortable, in my opinion.

most comfortable headphones - ss

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I use Koss DC/10 headphones. They are stethescope style and have soft rubber that fit in the ears--I would buy extras too for 9 dollars. The cost is 20.00 at Dictation Warehouse. They have lots of different headphones to choose from. these have worked best for me. Great quality sound as well.

comfy headphones - grumpy az

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I know the Bose noise-canceling headphones are pricey, but they are worth every penny; you more than make up for the cost, as your production will increase because of the clarity in the voice--seriously. I have owned 4 headsets since they have been making them, with no regrets!

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