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- Features ANC circuitry that cancels up to 85% (20dB) of background noise while offering crystal clear high fidelity sound.
- Compact control unit with monitor switch mutes noise cancellation/audio; batter-free operation in passive mode
- Includes airline adapter carrying case adjustable cable with extension ear tips (3 sizes) battery clothing clip
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Audio-Technica ATH-ANC3 In-Ear Headphones More in-ear magic from Audio Technica with their ATH-ANC3 noise-cancelling headphones. Busy commutes or long journeys can be made more enjoyable all you need to do is phase out the hustle and bustle and engage in some premium quality audio. Audio Technica have made this possible. By simply picking up the ATH-ANC3 and plugging them into your lugs you no longer have to have to listen to fellow travellers grumble about the weather or jibber on about what they are having for dinner you can get torn in about your favourite tunes without being disturbed. By using a single AAA battery combined with the ATH-ANC3s in-ear design its out with the bad and in with the good the good being the crystal-clear audio produced by the ANC3s. Because that’s what you get with these a decently open staged well balanced musical performance. The noise cancelling function doesn’t always have to be on you can pause the noise cancelling feature temporarily to listen to that important announcement about when you will be landing on your long haul flight or turn it off completely and use these pups in passive mode. If you find yourself without a AAA battery in reach don’t worry these headphones sound great no matter how you are using them. For regular travellers on a busy route these are worth their rather modest price mark and more. Features Features ANC circuitry that cancels up to 85% (20dB) of background noise while offering crystal clear high fidelity sound. Compact control unit with monitor switch mutes noise cancellation/audio; batter-free operation in passive mode Includes airline adapter carrying case adjustable cable with extension ear tips (3 sizes) battery clothing clip
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40 of 40 people found the following review helpful
I had been thinking about getting a pair on noise cancelling headphones mainly for when I am travelling, although was hesitant as I was unsure of just how good they might actually be.
Wanting some in-ear headphones with active noise cancelling is very limiting, and to begin with I could only find the Sony MDR-NC11 and MDR-NC22 (the NC11 won the Which Don't buy award, so they were instantly out) and was very close to getting the NC22 - that is until I found these Audio Technica ones.
They come in a nice cardboard box, so no nasty plastic to have to cut open (useful if you want to make use of the Distant Sellers Regulations and send it back). What you actually get is the headphones, an extension lead, airline adaptor, 3 sizes of ear pods, a battery and carry case.
The inline adaptor has an on/off switch and monitor button, and is where the battery goes. Each headphone has a little microphone built in which is what is used for the noise cancelling, and actually cancels out what is reaching the ear (unlike the Sony where the mic is on the inline adaptor).
I turned mine on and was instantly disappointed - I couldn't tell any difference at all (I did this in an office, so background noise of the air con unit, people typing, computers etc). A second or 2 later, silence. Well, not total silence, but the background noise was reduced to a slight muffle - very impressive. There is a slight hiss introduced from the headphones, but this is only noticeable when there is no music at all.
Overall, I am very happy with these headphones. It is as good as I could have expected from in-ear headphones. Having used them on trains and planes I am having my iPod volume *much* lower and not being aware of any background noise. From time to time I press the monitor button (which lets background noise in for as long as it is pressed) and am always amazed how loud it is, and how well the noise cancelling is.
I did find that walking down the street to the train station wasn't much improved over my old headphones, but that isn't a problem for me as it's only a short walk.
Wanting some in-ear headphones with active noise cancelling is very limiting, and to begin with I could only find the Sony MDR-NC11 and MDR-NC22 (the NC11 won the Which Don't buy award, so they were instantly out) and was very close to getting the NC22 - that is until I found these Audio Technica ones.
They come in a nice cardboard box, so no nasty plastic to have to cut open (useful if you want to make use of the Distant Sellers Regulations and send it back). What you actually get is the headphones, an extension lead, airline adaptor, 3 sizes of ear pods, a battery and carry case.
The inline adaptor has an on/off switch and monitor button, and is where the battery goes. Each headphone has a little microphone built in which is what is used for the noise cancelling, and actually cancels out what is reaching the ear (unlike the Sony where the mic is on the inline adaptor).
I turned mine on and was instantly disappointed - I couldn't tell any difference at all (I did this in an office, so background noise of the air con unit, people typing, computers etc). A second or 2 later, silence. Well, not total silence, but the background noise was reduced to a slight muffle - very impressive. There is a slight hiss introduced from the headphones, but this is only noticeable when there is no music at all.
Overall, I am very happy with these headphones. It is as good as I could have expected from in-ear headphones. Having used them on trains and planes I am having my iPod volume *much* lower and not being aware of any background noise. From time to time I press the monitor button (which lets background noise in for as long as it is pressed) and am always amazed how loud it is, and how well the noise cancelling is.
I did find that walking down the street to the train station wasn't much improved over my old headphones, but that isn't a problem for me as it's only a short walk.
14 of 14 people found the following review helpful
Excellent noise reduction on plane and in-car. Overall noise levels are not merely greatly reduced but the remaining perceptible noise seems 'distanced' too. Light-weight and convenient while wearing; buds a comfortable fit. AAA battery life seems good (having used extensively between UK/US and US/UK last week, plus a couple of hours in-car). Headphone presentation (box, extension cable etc.) is both smart and, more importantly, functional.
Excellent (and competitively priced) alternative if, like me, you are reluctant to resort to on/over-ears NC headphones when you travel.
Excellent (and competitively priced) alternative if, like me, you are reluctant to resort to on/over-ears NC headphones when you travel.
10 of 10 people found the following review helpful
Excellent noise cancellation; odd shape makes them very comfortable with good performance across frequecny and volume range; nice case and handy accessories
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
Impressed
Very impressed. Blocks out nearly all aircraft and train noise. In a quiet environment the item is still usable without the noise cancelling being switched on, unlike some of the... Read more
Published 8 months ago by Dave in Crete
Excellent for noise, good for offices
Noise cancellation generally works best on monotonous background sound, like on planes. However, I bought this one for use in an open plan office. Read more
Published 10 months ago by Madelon
Great sound quality
I've tried a few headphones and earbuds and if you really want to block out most background noise then you'll have to pay for the expensive Bose or Sennheiser options (£200+). Read more
Published 10 months ago by PeterC
Great set of Noise cancelling In-ear Headphones
Have been looking for a good pair of affordable noise cancelling headphones for a while. I do alot of travelling for work, so I wanted some good noisecancelling earphones with good... Read more
Published 11 months ago by Caesar45
Failed again!
This is the second set I have now after the first one failed after several hours use (a couple of long haul flights). Read more
Published 12 months ago by Dave360
great for the price
pros:
- excellent noise cancelling effect, but you have to be very careful by placing it in your ear because if not the noise cancelling will be less effective. Read more
- excellent noise cancelling effect, but you have to be very careful by placing it in your ear because if not the noise cancelling will be less effective. Read more
Published 15 months ago by happygeek
Excellent Noise Cancelling Earphones
I bought these earphones after reading other reviews, they are brilliant. The speakers look a little bulky but they fit into the ear and fire forwards to the end result is a... Read more
Published 15 months ago by A. Molloy
Excellent Value For Money
I did a lot of research into which earphones to buy, and based on cost to performance, I chose these...I was not disappointed. Read more
Published 16 months ago by M.Gornicki
They work well
These headphones have been tested by me walking in traffic and on two long-distance East Coast train journeys, but not in an airplane yet. Read more
Published 16 months ago by Jonosb
Good choice for a short commute.
Perhaps best suited to tube and bus commuters bothered by traffic rumble and who like fairly loud music? Read more
Published 17 months ago by Jim
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