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Maxell HP/NCIV Noise Cancellation Headphone with Enhanced Sound Quality | 
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| Brand: Maxell
Category: CE
List Price: $129.99
Buy New: $45.00
You Save: $84.99 (65%)
New (28) from $45.00
Rating:  6 reviews
Media: Electronics
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Shipping Weight (lbs): 3.6
Dimensions (in): 3 x 8.3 x 9.5
Legal Disclaimer: Warranty does not cover misuse of product.
MPN: HP/NCIV
Model: HP/NCIV
UPC: 025215360046
EAN: 0025215360046
ASIN: B000VSDUSA
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features:
| • | Noise cancelling headphones help reduce ambient noise and the stress levels caused by noise | | • | Over 50 hours of use with 2 AAA batteries (not included) | | • | Superior noise cancellation and enhanced sound quality | | • | Swivel and fold-flat ear cups | | • | Detachable single entry cord for tangle-free use |
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Product Description
MAXELL 190403 - HPNCIV SUPERIOR NOISE-CANCELING HEADPHONESDHP DIGITAL HEADPHONE TECHNOLOGY; SUPERIOR NOISE-CANCELLATION WITH ENHANCED SOUND QUALITY; OVER 50 HOURS BATTERY POWER; SWIVEL and FOLD FLAT EARCUPS; DETACHABLE SINGLE ENTRY CORD FOR TANGLE-FREE USE; WORKS WITHOUT BATTERIES AS STANDARD HEADPHONES; INCLUDES TRAVEL CASE; REQUIRES 2 AAA BATTERIES
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| Customer Reviews: Read 1 more reviews...
 great when the sound cancellation actually works December 19, 2008
These are my first pair of over the ear headphones and if it weren't for the truly excellent sound quality these headphones would probably get 2 stars...
pros:
-price- got it for $45
-great sound: best I've ever heard, I hear more discrete elements the music.
-effective sound cancellation (when it works)- you will not hear any voices or lower pitched noises when you turn it on however you will still hear other outside noise such as music playing in the background particularly high pitched noises albeit reduced somewhat
-really long extension cable
-3 level volume control: I actually don't use it that much but I suppose its nice to be able to turn down the volume without reaching for your ipod or computer
cons:
-sound cancellation (when it does not work): what I mean is that sometimes when I turn on the sound cancellation I hear a very strong buzzing noise. Occurs randomly but is VERY annoying. Perhaps I just got a faulty item. If I knew about this before I probably would not have bought these headphones as sound cancellation is a big deal to me. I suppose not bad enough to make me return them though...
-uncomfortable, depends on your ears, I got used to them eventually though...
-leakage- leaks sound like crazy even when the music isn't turned all the way up, honestly if you do turn them all the way up they're about as loud as regular speakers, you'll probably annoy your neighbors on the airplane. My volume is at about 30% and I can hear the music when I just wear them around my neck
-ears get kind of hot- gets pretty warm after wearing them for about an hour, not exactly painful but enough to make you want to air out your ears occasionally.
overall I would not recommend this product if sound cancellation is an issue however if you only care about the sound quality then these are your headphones.
 Maxwell HP/NCIV June 21, 2008
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
I purchased 2 sets these primarily for use while traveling so my wife and I can enjoy movies and can listen to CDs and DVDs and actuallly be able to hear what's going one. The Maxwell NC headphones work quite well and for me are great "bang for the buck". Comparing cost, what they do and the value to me, I just couldn't convince myself to spend $300-350 for the Bose or other high-end head sets. I'm not an audiophile so I can't quote db cancelation, frequency response, etc. but they do what I need - filter out a portion of the background noise on a plane. They produce very acceptable sound with a very acceptable frequency range. One feature that is particularly useful is a 3-position volume switch that lets me kick up the puny volume output from my 2 listener DVD player so I can actually hear while on airplanes. Non-NC equipment just didn't let me enjoy movies or CDs. I can hear the actors lines and many of the more subtitle sound effects.
 I like them, even at 3X the price April 28, 2008
4 out of 5 found this review helpful
I recently bought these headphones at an airport kiosk. I knew that the prices would be inflated there, but I was already en route on a frequently-repeated set of connecting flights, and I desperately wanted noise-cancelling headphones. The fellow at the kiosk misinformed me, claiming that the batteries were included, but that was the only disappointment I've had with this product. I find them comfortable, even with my large ears. The sound quality is far and away better than any in-ear product I've tried. To listen to my iPod using these headphones is deliciously self-indulgent. At this point my only regret is that I spent over $200 on them, when I could have saved so much by planning ahead and shopping Amazon.
 Accessories add value, but the headphones... January 18, 2008
2 out of 5 found this review helpful
Aren't that special. Quality is very average, and the earphones are tight and uncomfortable, unless the user's ears and head are tiny. And I'm not talking about 3 hours into a flight. I mean after 5 minutes of use.
Researched noise-cancelling phones for the past three months, looking for a high-end, affordable set of phones. Still looking.
Great accessories and kit, though!
The product description is deceiving January 13, 2008
3 out of 4 found this review helpful
I tried this headphone with an mp3 player.
First, I have to say, the 22db noise reduction rating is not correct. At the same time I tried this, I tried ATH-ANC7 (20db rating), and Panasonic NC? (22db rating), this one's performance was not even close to the performance of the products I mentioned (I have to admit even the 18db NRR Jabra might outperform this in terms of noise reduction ratings). Maybe, it is a matter of fitting (that is if you can sell a headphone with that excuse).
Second, the sound quality is not very good, at least compared to ATH-ANC7 and Panasonic NC?. The music sounded muddy.
Maybe, my ears are more sensitive to such problems, so, my suggestion would be if you want to buy this one, first try it and compare to others, if you like it, only then buy it.
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