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Headphones consist of a pair of transducers that convert electric signals into audible sound. The sound is distributed through speakers worn on, in or over the ears.
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Fast Facts
- First developed around 1920
- Price range: $10 - $300
- Modern technology options include noise-cancellation and wireless transmission
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History
Headphones are the direct descendant of the old-fashioned telephone earpiece. By 1920, the first model had emerged to use dual earpieces connected by a headset. Headphones have improved along with general advancements in audio speaker technology. The basic structure of headphones, however, has remained the same, with the exception of earbuds. -
Buying Guide
There is tremendous variation in price, comfort and performance among headphones. Some general features to consider include open-back headphones with ear-pieces that allow in ambient sounds, noise canceling models that electronically block out constant background noise, and wireless transmission phones that provide freedom of movement. Sound quality must be heard to be assessed, so mind the return policy, whether shopping online or off. Also, some manufacturers, including KOSS, offer no-questions-asked warranties for headphones. -
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@ESPN_Poker Was anyone wearing headphones/music players at the beginning?
@AzraelPC2 | November 08, 2009 10:17 AM -
@MrMDavidson How much do you know about decent headphones? I have the Sennheiser PXC450 for work/travel and looking at the HD595 for home??
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The Klipsch Image S4i is one of the first third party headphones to feature Apple’s advanced three-button microphone... http://bit.ly/nolzs
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Headphones on, good music playing, let's start writing. #NaNoWriMo
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