Skullcandy SC-NC Proletariat Noise Canceling Headphones
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Manufacturer: SkullcandyModel: SC-NC
Product features:
- 40mm driver units for rich and powerful sound
- Travel fold design for compact portability
- Detachable, single-sided connection cable
- adjustable leather padded headband/Full size leatherette earcups
- Operates as passive headphone when noise canceling circuit is not activated
- Belkin RockStar 5-Way 3.5-mm Headphone Splitter (White)
- Energizer L91BP-8 Lithium AA Photo Battery (8-Pack)
- Belkin F8V234-WHT-APL Headphone Splitter
- Sanyo Eneloop AA NiMH Pre-Charged Rechargable Batteries with Charger - 4 Pack
- Sanyo Eneloop AA NiMH Pre-Charged Rechargeable Batteries - 8 Pack
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Customer Review: Music Lover's Dream
Summary: 4 Stars
Ok, I received these headphones and decided to put them to the test. I've tried them with my day to day scenarios for the noise canceling and about every music type known to man.
Noise cancelling:
With no music, you can still hear surrounding sounds. I can still hear the people talking beside me, the taps on the keyboard as I write this (although barely audible). The sound is equivalent to having hearing loss in your ear due to a stuffy nose, cold, or having earplugs in.
With music on, you can hear nothing of the outside world, at the very least with low volume a conversation at normal volume sounds like whispers.
Sooo can these headphones:
- Block out annoying conversations from coworkers/relatives/spouses? Without music with noise cancelling, eh kinda- the sound is muffled
With music- everyone becomes a mime
- Block out everyday ambiance (Ie- computer sounds/hums, air conditioners)
Without music- yes, noise is still audible but at a much lower level, almost inaudible
With music- yes
- Block out other forms of loud noise ( rival music stereos, television/movies)
Without music- kinda- still audible to be able to understand what's going on in the outside world
With music- depending on the volume of the music- reduced to no sound.
Listening to music itself:
Music sounds wonderful- like it is really supposed to sound. Really good bass and treble and the voices are extremely clear. I put these headphones to the test with different selections of music including Lounge (Frank Sinatra and Dean Martin), Classical (Mozart,Beethoven,as well as various instrumental soundtracks such as Ever After and Braveheart), Heavy Metal (All That Remains, Cradle of Filth, Atreyu, Metallica,Rammstein etc etc), Classic Rock (The Eagles, The Animals, Led Zeppelin),pop ( Pussycat Dolls, Shakira, Black Eyed Peas etc ), Rap (Xzibt, Ludacris, Eminem, Crime Mobb etc), Spanish music (Salsa and Merengue), and New Age (Loreena Mckennit, Pure Moods soundtrack) and all sounded brilliant. Nothing was left to be desired.
Watching movies and youtube videos and the like:
Good, crisp sound and sound effects. Vocals are more pronounced.
Other perks:
Lifetime warranty through Skullcandy. Should the headphones be damaged because they broke due to negligence and wear- Skullcandy will replace them at a 50% deduction of reguar cost.
It has a clip for airline use, just in case you want to actually enjoy your in flight film without listening to the screaming disgruntled child 5 rows up
Nifty bag that comes with it is a nice touch
The headphones fold to fit in any purse, making them only mildly larger than a softball. Very nifty.
White noise:
When the noise canceling feature is on, there is a sort of subliminal hiss, but really- it isn't that bad. I find it similar to listening to dead silence.
Headphone fit:
Maybe I have a smaller head, I don't know, but I didn't have a problem. The headphones are a snug fit, but the band is adjustable to fit for comfort.
Sturdiness:
I haven't had these headphones very long- but they appear to be very sturdy in structure- and I'm such a klutz, if they can survive me, they can survive anyone.
I gave these headphones a four only because I thought they would cancel more noise from the outside world - all things considered, however, I feel these are excellent headphones for the price and would give Bose a run for their money.
With these headphones- I was taken away to another place. Beautiful quality and good price.
Description of Skullcandy SC-NC Proletariat Noise Canceling Headphones
The Skullcandy Proletariat Noise Canceling Headphones were the winner of the 2006 Design and Engineering Innovations Award! This is a noise canceling headphone developed and priced for the masses. The Proletariat NC is our noise canceling headset built to reduce office noise, commuter train chatter, or airline engine sound - all while delivering crisp, pure audio. The noise canceling system works by reducing the amount of external haze allowed in while maintaining quality audio performance resulting in lifelike sound and full bass.These stylish, over-the-head style stereo noise-canceling headphones can create a sonic sanctuary when you're surrounded by chatter, machinery, and other noise.
Noise canceling technology works by electronically producing sound waves opposite to the ambient sound outside your headphones. Canceling noise allows you to hear your music at lower volumes. NC headphones are ideal for use in noisy offices and during travel.
The Proletariat Noise Canceling Headphones with Link are joined by a hinged band that allows you to fold up the headphones for storage.
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