Buy Koss QZ-2000 Active Noise Reduction StereophoneKoss QZ-2000 Active Noise Reduction Stereophone Product Description:
- Reduces harmful and annoying low frequency sounds in noisy environments
- Includes compact control case and collapsible stereophones for convenient travel and storage
- Dynamic stereophone element for extended frequency response (15 - 20,000Hz)
- Includes input jack for audio Play-through
- includes 2-prong adapter for in flight use
Product Description
Quiet Zone 2000, the ultimate in noise reduction stereophone. Never before, on the consumer market, has there been a noise cancellation stereophone like the Quiet Zone 2000. With the ability to reduce noise by up to 20dB, the Quiet Zone 2000 is the most affective noise reduction system available to the consumer today. The QZ2000 creates an invisible shield between the listener and the droning sounds of the world by stopping low frequency noise before it reaches the ears. The stereophones of the Quiet Zone 2000 offer the ultimate in portable stereo sound reproduction. Foam ear cushions provide an open, hear-through sound so listeners can keep an ear on the world while blocking out distracting background buzz. Completely collapsible, the QZ2000 stereophones fold up for protected, convenient storage.
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94 of 100 people found the following review helpful.
Tried 'em all - Koss is best
By Steve Kraner
I fly 100k/per year, and happened to sit by a young lady from Japan about 3 years ago who let me try her Sony noise reduction headset. I was surprised how effective it was and how much noise and stress you are exposed to when you are flying. I immediately tried a Brookstone noise reduction headset I got in the next airport, which I used with my portable CD player - and was surprised how much it contributed to arriving more comfortable, relaxed and effective. However, it was bulky, heavy enough to hurt my ears after being worn for 30 minutes or so, and began to come apart. I tried the Bose NR headset - which is great - but still a little bulky and heavy. This year a got the Koss QZ-2000 - and it's the one to get. It works as well as any of the others, but takes less space in your luggage and is so comfortable you can wear it from London to San Francisco - no problem. The combination of the QZ-2000 and my Compressor Personal Jukebox (now I don't need to carry CD's) means I have relaxing noise reduction and my choice of music anywhere.
72 of 77 people found the following review helpful.Essential tool for the traveler
By Evans Thompson
These headphones are wonderfully designed for the frequent traveler. They remove much of the low-frequency noise, which reduces the damage to the eardrum over time. They also allow an external sound source (airplane sound system, CD player, etc) to be heard with significantly less volume.
All of those features apply to all noise-canceling headphones. The Koss headphones excel in their wear-ability. Unlike many designs, the Koss headphones do not rest solely on the ears. Instead, they have foam shims that share the load between the ears and the head right above the ear. The result is a more comfortable design over a long period of time. On a short plane trip, it won't make a difference, nor will it on a commute to work. For those long-haul fights, however, it becomes crucial to its continued comfortable use.
The two AA batteries last for hours (the "low battery" indicator means only 30 hours remain) and are easy to replace. The two-prong adapter is ideal for most airline headsets, although through experience I've noticed some use a 1/4" phono jack, which I've now included in my kit.
19 of 19 people found the following review helpful.Blanks out most airplane noise
By John S. Taylor
I primarily bought this to blank out airplane noise because I fly a lot. It does a great job whiting out most of the noise yet I can still hear the announcements just fine. It is better at drowning the lower (engine) noise than higher noise (wind). On both commuter planes and full size jets it does a great job removing 95% of annoying noise.
Haven't even used yet to listen to music so I can't speak to that.
It folds nicely into a zippered case. But be careful. Some of the plastic parts seem flimsy so you don't want to jam the headphones into a bulging carryon bag even when folded.
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