Bose QuietComfort 15 Noise Cancelling Headphones

[antszabo]

Very highly polished but inaccurate video you need to start again as you are misinforming people with regards to how the product tech works ...sorry..... close but no cigar....you are getting a dislike from me....

[TheFugitivesSeries]

The way the noise canceling works was very poorly explained and illustrated in this video. It could have been explained with more clarity by saying the outer microphones pick up noise at "x" dB and play it back inside the headphones at "-x" dB. To illustrate this, you could have drawn an arch (representing a sound wave picked up by the microphones), then drawn a mirrored arch underneath it (the sound wave played back). Just saying, the picture was confusing.

[JakesJayasTV]

Are u related to Tom Crutchfield

[ODYSSEUSXYZ]

Where are the Bose QuietComfort 15 headphones made? :

[crutchfieldtv]

@ODYSSEUSXYZ Please accept my apologies for the delayed response. The Quiet Comfort 15s are manufactured in China. Feel free to call for additional assistance: 800.315.0030--Crutchfield

[AcesVideos132]

I tried these on at a local Bestbuy. They were pretty cool! I wish I had these, it'll help drown every other noise out and just focus on the song(or whatever you're listening too)

Btw. They played a song on the headphones, I'm trying to find it on YouTube xD

[stiigern]

i tryed this on my nearby shop and i have to say: im impressed! stood there laughing because i coldnt hear anything around me! it was so noisy outside but when i put this on i diddnt hear anything!!!! run and buy!

[SilentKnight1000]

I wonder if they have a 5.1 Surround sound bose headphones. That would be great! I currently own a companion 5 speakers and they are fantastic. hoping they can sound just like them.

[dylanf44]

I just got these headphones and they rock!!! I would give them a 100/100! They work really good and are comfortable

[crutchfieldtv]

@LSXSansebasmx We certainly feel these headphones are among the very best in the $300 price range. Paying nearly twice that overseas would certainly be a difficult decision. While we do not ship to foreign addresses, we can deliver to U.S. APO Zip Codes. Feel free to call for additional assistance: 800.315.0030--Crutchfield

[Spike20102]

How would these work as a xbox 360 gaming headset when paired with the tritton decoder box?

[crutchfieldtv]

@Spike20102 Depends on which Tritton box you are referring to. If you want to use it with the 5.1 surround decoder, they wouldn’t work very well as the Bose headphones do not support multi-channel (5.1) audio sources, just stereo (two-channel). Feel free to call for additional assistance: 800.315.0030--Crutchfield

[lonelycompany]

I listening to this with my P5's.

[justjoe469]

i just bought a pair. there ok but if i like loud music there not happen.

thay start to distort out. but if you like soft low music there great.

[theshiznut]

I love your presentation!

[LUK3GUN1]

no the inside mic is used to compair the noise you want to hear against the outside sound you dont want to hear

[newmac]

Decent earphones, but still connected to a wire in a bluetooth age. And way overpriced for wire connected technology. Can't they make a bluetooth version?

[fssramps]

thumbs up if you thought he said "crotchfield" at first

[Sabrinism1]

How do these headphones sound with movies? Have you ever tried? And what movies do you like? Me? I like tons including: "Batman Begins" "Avatar" "Salt" "Transformers" "The Dark Knight" "Saving Private Ryan" "Inception" "Black Swan" "The King's Speech" "Titanic" (1997) "The Matrix" "King Kong" (2005) etc.

[crutchfieldtv]

@Sabrinism1

I have tried these headphones with movies, and they are fantastic, you'll get totally immersed in the action.

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PS. what about Caddyshack?

[Sabrinism1]

Does it sound good with all genres of music?

[crutchfieldtv]

@Sabrinism1

I feel comfortable saying it's capable of playing any genre of music really well.

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[Sabrinism1]

What kinds of genres (music) does the Bose QuietComfort 15 work best with. And how does it sound with movies?

[nirvana1393]

i have normal ears but the beats by dre and other headphones like it still press up agenst my ear but not with these i feel like im not even wearing anything.

[crutchfieldtv]

@nirvana1393

Whoa, TMI dude!

Seriously though, these are called QuietComfort for a reason.

CrutchfieldTV

[nirvana1393]

@crutchfieldtv ahahaha my bad i ment to say i feel like im not wearing THEM

[crutchfieldtv]

@nirvana1393

I knew what you meant, just couldn't pass up the opportunity.

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[nirvana1393]

@crutchfieldtv lol gotcha kinda like a thats what she said joke

[KohlerFan]

How about working in a shop with a lot of air tools and mowing your yard??

[crutchfieldtv]

@KohlerFan

Those are the kinds of really noisy environments for which these headphones were designed. Buy them, try them, and you'll have 60 days to make sure they are up to snuff.

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[Hobinator17]

the greatest advantage i think these have over Dr. Dre headphones is that i dont look like a complete poser / tool when im wearing them

[dlcmuskrat]

I'm watching this with bose quiet comfort 15 headphones.

[CanadianDH]

Just got these today. The first time I put on a song with some bass, I was speachless.

[MrZague8]

@CanadianDH for bass beats by dr dre are better. I own the BOSE QC15 and Beats by Dr Dre Studios. (experience)

[juank12345ps3]

@CanadianDH its so funny that you would never think that a song could sound so better with this headset... ive been using ipod stock headphones until now and first time i used this too i was speachless

[jedin18]

i only have the Bose On Ear.. i dont know about this QC15.. cuz im not riding a plane everyday.. i think its only good if ur a pilot.. ^^

[espnchris]

Bose Quiet Comfort 15 is not loud enough AT ALL

[bazzo1992]

@espnchris is the connector that goes into the headphones set to High?

[espnchris]

@bazzo1992 yes.....do you have a pair and if so do you have this prob

[musicl0verz]

Does the sound leak on these??

[crutchfieldtv]

@musicl0verz

Nope.

CrutchfieldTV

[showtime15o]

I listen to a lot of Trance, Electronic, and Hip-Hop music. What is your opinion with these headphone's performance? Thanks for the reply.

[crutchfieldtv]

@showtime15o

These are wonderful sounding headphones for any type of music. They don't overdo the bass, or under-do it. Just right. If you don't necessarily need the noise canceling, and you want more bass (like the kind that will make your head vibrate) you might consider some Beats by Dr. Dre.

Hope that helps, you can see more info, and read customer reviews on these headphones at the Crutchfield Website.

Thanks,

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[volunteernation16]

most soothing voice of all time

[VincentChov]

Why does he talk slow like he thinks we're idiots? Because he assumes we know nothing about audio equipment so he thinks we'll fall for Bose?

[Goodloe9051]

THe QC2 headphones I own cancel engine noise in the cabin when flying, but rolling your head to the side and allowing it to touch the headrest or pillow allows a VERY load lower freq roar to enter the picture. I called Bose, but they were unaware of this issue. Have you tested this on a flight?

[crutchfieldtv]

@Goodloe9051

I haven't experienced this, but i got this email from one of our folks, Julie, in Creative:

– I used the QC2s for years, and occasionally got some interference when I did that, but nothing loud – and I’m wearing the QC3s and they do nothing of the sort. If I actually seal off the outer mic with my hand, then I can make them do a high-pitched squeal like mics do sometimes, but still not what Goodloe9051 is describing.

Hope that helps man.

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[MrZague8]

@Goodloe9051 for electronic, techno and that stuffs I recommend you beats by dr dre but if you want a super clear music with noise cancelling then the bose are for you, but it depends

[StuffEyeLike]

If you are looking to buy these headphones, I SERIOUSLY RECOMMEND THEM. The noise canceling by themselves are great and if you add music, they are phenomenal. They are worth every cent. 

[crazyman10100101]

im thinking about buying one. is there a new one coming out dont wanna get one and when a new ones about to come out roughly a year maybe? like an upgrade or a quietcomfort 15 etc? and also with the noice cancelling off does it still play music?

[crutchfieldtv]

@crazyman10100101

I can't promise there isn't something new just around the corner, you'd have to ask Bose that specific question.

It is common for manufacturers to make a new model of something, sometimes once a year, I've even seen it happen more than once a year. That doesn't make last year's model no good anymore, it's just not the latest and greatest. The first generation Quiet Comfort headphones are still awesome several years (and new models) later.

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[RhesusVX]

@crazyman10100101, if the noise cancelling is off on these headphones, it is either because they are not switched on, or the battery has run out. No power, no music, simple as that. So, you cannot just use them as "normal" headphones.

[FlyMeAirplane]

Lets hear them cancel the noise!

[chakalakabum94]

Ok Thanx!! :D

[crutchfieldtv]

@chakalakabum94

No problem. if you do call Bose and get an answer, come back and let everybody know here in the comments.

CrutchfieldTV

[chakalakabum94]

If in any case the microphones do get affected by loud noises.. will this be covered in the waranty? Speaking after the 30 or 60 days in which yuo can return them of course. :D

[crutchfieldtv]

@chakalakabum94

I just read through the owner's manual and warranty card provided with the Bose QuietComfort 15 Noise Cancelling Headphones. i did not see any specific stipulation that would apply. Of course there's an exception the warranty for "improper or unreasonable use."

I would suggest you contact Bose to get the definitive answer to your question.

You are right, that the 60 day money back guarantee would cover you for the first two months.

Bose's number: 800-999-2673

[crutchfieldtv]

@chakalakabum94

First of all, I apologize for not responding to your comment right away. I must have missed it when you posted, sorry.

As for your question, I can't speak for Bose, and whether or not they would cover that under warranty since it's not clearly stated in their warranty card. Your best bet is to call Bose directly and ask them, their number is 800-999-2673.

Hope that helps,

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[slipknot09atforum]

xD LOL he tells everyone he replies to that they sell these xD xD then again thats business right

[MrTopnotch2]

i love your voice

[roxasrox123]

Hello crutchfield, I play drums and I was just wondering, btw I already bought a pair of these and they are absolutely phonomenal, i was wondering If my drums will affect/ ruin the microphones that pick up sound for the noise canceling. Please reply!

[crutchfieldtv]

Great question, I also play drums. The Bose QuietComfort 15 Noise Cancelling Headphones were designed to cancel out constant noise, like airplane engines, loud chitter chatter, etc.

They will still reduce the loudness of the external drum noise, but not as completely as they will constant sound.

We don't know if the drum sounds would damage the mics in the headphones or not. You'll have 60 days to find out if you buy them from Crutchfield.

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[crutchfieldtv]

Hi timsdonuts,

Great news, yes you can put the headphones on, turn on the noise canceling, and enjoy the silence, even with no musical source connected to it.

And they are very good at what they do. They are so good, they are on CrutchfieldSignature which gets you fast free shipping, lifetime tech support and a 60 day guarantee.

Hope that helps,

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[orsonzg]

can my ears be in peace and quiet if i wear these while someone is screaming at me?

[crutchfieldtv]

@orsonzg

Hmm, someone just have an argument? I've been there, and I wish i had some Quiet Comfort 15 Noise Cancelling Headphones at the time.

In other words, these will do a pretty darn good job of giving you some peace and quiet while you are, well, ummm, getting screamed at.

It may not cancel the screaming 100%, but you could probably sleep thru it if you closed your eyes.

Hope that helps,

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[sct911]

@crutchfieldtv hi are the qc15's meant to cancel all noise? i have them on right now and i can hear my mum talking on the phone clear as ever and while on the train i could still hear people talking, it's annoying. Would my qc 15's be defective?

[danbel899]

@sct911 i have them, and they do not cancel all noises just reduces alot of the noise.

[RhesusVX]

@danbel899, they are not sold on the fact that they cancel all noises...

[sheshoxare805]

YO LO TENGO !! :D:D:D:D:D

[thecomputerist]

i have a question, when i first tried them it seamed kinda funny because the zone that sounds my ears started to feel kinda awkward. Why is this?

[crutchfieldtv]

@thecomputerist

I have seen many people listen to the QC15 for the first time, and the reaction you describe is quite common. These do such a good job at eliminating the noise around you, it's almost like entering a soundproof room, and certainly feels a little awkward.

You'll find the QC15's extremely effective at making it easy to sleep, listen to music at any volume, or just tune out the world, even in very noisey environments.

Hope that helps,

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[DemoniqueTrance]

How do they work for producing music? Are the sound detailed in every spectrum?

[crutchfieldtv]

DemoniqueTrance,

Actually many studios and live music producers use noise canceling headphones like the Bose to make sure they are mixing the pure music, not the music and the external noise.

Thanks for the question,

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[juanchogutro]

I have a question. I love techno music and eveyrhing with nice bass. So my question is:

If I like loud bass, do you think this headphones will "survive" to my wild music? (:

[crutchfieldtv]

@juanchogutro,

The bass in your techno music certainly won't damage the Bose QuietComfort 15's. They can take it, and then give it back to you.

CrutchfieldTV,

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[maketimefly]

Hello. I'm curious as to how they work for a person who wears glasses (I see you are wearing glasses in the video). When I wear over or on the ear headphones, my ears get quite sore where they are squished against the glasses. Also, would the noise canceling be compromised by glasses, since you won't get the same kind of seal around the ear.

[crutchfieldtv]

Hi Maketimefly,

Great question. I wear contacts now, but I wore glasses for many years, and I'm sensitive to this issue with headphones. The soft foam ear cups still make a pretty good seal around the ear, even with glasses.

That being said, not all glasses are the same. The ear pieces are of varying thicknesses, and that can certainly affect the comfort and sealing ability of the foam earcup.

You have 60 days to try them out when you buy them from Crutchfield Signature.

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[supercoupe86]

1400 views?

[alexcabrmz]

are they fragile? thanks for the review :)

[yyyy2999]

@alexcabrmz very sturdy.

[romeok2]

not as fragile as the monster beats by dr dre.

these are great to be honest

[downerist99]

does these headphones get all the power from the batterys or does the cable also provide power?

[crutchfieldtv]

Hi Downerist99,

The battery provides all the power for these headphones. And according to Bose 1 "AAA" will power the headphones for up to 35 hours.

Wanna get a pair? We've got em, just give us a ring.

CrutchfieldTV

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[Darkstar2520]

are they good for gym use??

[crutchfieldtv]

Darkstar,

In some ways yes, in some ways no.

They'd be great at eliminating the din of all those eliptical runners and treadmills, personal trainers, and TV's showing the news, so you can listen to your workout music in peace and quiet.

However if you sweat a lot, that can take its toll on the sensitive electronics and ear pads. I can tell you from experience that ear pads can't take too much sweat before they deteriorate.

Hope that helps,

CrutchfieldTV

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[icemanf109]

Also, do you think that you could interchange the cases too?

[crutchfieldtv]

iceman,

The earcushions are pretty close to exactly the same size, but i doubt they are interchangeable.

The Qc15's Redesigned ear cushions use new materials in a proprietary design to establish a critical acoustical seal; helping to further reduce noise while providing a comfortable fit.

You could always purchase a pair and try them out. You've got 60 days to return them if you get them at Crutchfield Signature.

CrutchfieldTV

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[icemanf109]

do you know if you can switch out the ear cushions from the QC15 to the QC2? They look very similar and maybe they could provide better sound isolation for the QC2's. Thanks

[mike7743]

thanks Ken