Bose QuietComfort

Bose · QuietComfort

QuietComfort

Released 2000

The original QuietComfort is a wired, over-ear noise-cancelling headset with an in-line battery and control box.

Type: Over-ear
Noise cancelling: Yes
Battery: 80 h
With case: –
Best codec: Wired
Weight: –

Specifications

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Sound

Type: Over-ear
Noise cancelling: Yes
Back: Closed
Bluetooth codecs: None (wired)
Noise cancelling detail: Noise cancellation works with the audio plug disconnected; the in-line box carries the power and Hi/Lo controls

Battery

Listening time (maker's claim): Up to 80 hours
Battery life detail: Bose states an average 80 hours from two AAA alkaline cells; the indicator flashes with at least eight hours remaining

Design

Headphone cable: Yes
Controls: In-line On/Off and Hi/Lo switch; the two levels affect audio volume but not noise cancellation
Fit and ear tips: Around-ear cushions with adjustable headband and replaceable ear cushions
Works with: Fixed cable with 3.5 mm audio plug; Bose also supplied dual 3.5 mm airline and 6.3 mm stereo adapters

Pros and cons

Pros

Noise cancellation works without an audio source
Up to 80 hours from replaceable AAA batteries
Hi and Lo audio settings for different sources

Cons

In-line battery and control box adds bulk to the cable
No wireless connection

Closest rivals

Model	Type	Noise cancelling	Battery	With case	Best codec	Weight	Released
BoseQuietComfort 2	Over-ear	Yes	35 h	–	Wired	–	2003
SennheiserHD 280 PRO	Over-ear	No	–	–	Wired	285 g	2003
SennheiserHD 600	Over-ear	No	–	–	Wired	260 g	1997

Sources

Photo: assets.bosecreative.com

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