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Best Buy Headphones – Audio-Technica ATHANC7 Noise-canceling Headphones

by Ed on November 2, 2011

If you’re looking for high-end quality at a mid-range price, look no further than the Audio-Technica ATHANC7 Noise-canceling Headphones.
The ATHANC7 is highly comparable to a set of Bose (close to $300) at half the price (under $150 on Amazon).

Audio-Technica ATHANC7 Noise-cancelling Headphones

“The ATs have an unbelievably excellent noise canceling circuit. They cut the outside noise to practically nothing, while not producing a noticeable hum or whine.” –jthw, Amazon.com

First off, the noise-canceling feature on the ATHANC7 is very impressive. I was pleasantly surprised that the ATHANC7 was able to completely silent my next-door neighbor’s renovation drilling while I played Call of Duty 2.

Outstanding results for gaming and music

The ATHANC7 really enhanced my online gaming experience, alerting me of the slightest hint of oncoming attacks and other players creeping up on me in the game.

On my iPod, the ATHANC7 also gave an excellent performance. The bass wasn’t muffled while on its highest setting; treble was sharp and clear. With its amazing noise-canceling feature, I was truly in a world of my own while using the ATHANC7.

Comfortable fit

The ATHANC7 fit comfortably around the ears, similar to the feeling of wearing ear muffs.

I’ve got small ears and the ATHANC7 ear cups were an exact fit and didn’t add too much pressure.

Using it for about 3 hours at a time, my ears did feel a bit warm but perhaps that was also a sign to let it ‘breathe’ a little.

Built to last

The ATHANC7 is built very well, with the padding on the headband very well cushioned for a comfortable fit. You can also bend the headband to readjust the size for a snug fit around your head.

If you have a larger-than-average size head, I think these will still fit you nicely as you can bend these out quite a fair bit.

Prepare to share your music

I have to agree with a lot of other reviewers who mentioned sound leakage on the ATHANC7.

Using the ATHANC7 with my iPod on a moderate volume level, the sound leakage was very noticeable.

Don’t be surprised to find the person next to you bopping along to your music. Sound leakage here is loud enough for them to hear almost everything.

Great offer at Amazon
The Audio-Technica ATHANC7 Noise-canceling Headphones are still an excellent buy and give Bose a run for their money.
At Amazon, these are going at $118.88 after a generous 46% discount. More than a thousand reviewers have also voiced their satisfaction with the ATHANC7.

To grab the amazing deal on the ATHANC7, here’s the direct Amazon link.

If you’re interested in noise-canceling in-ear headphones rather than full-size ones, check out my review on the Shure E4c headphones.
For a wireless solution, take a look at the Pioneer SE-DIR800C Wireless Headphones with Dolby Headphone Technology.

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