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Manufacturer: JVC Part number: HA-NC80
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- Frequent fliers operating on a tight budget should consider the JVC HA-NC80 Noise Canceling Headphones, but those with sensitive ears might want to steer clear.
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CNET editors' review
JVC HA-NC80 Noise Canceling Headphones price range: $28.99 - $39.99
- Reviewed by: Jasmine France
- Reviewed on: 01/19/2007
The good: The JVC HA-NC80 headphones are relatively inexpensive, and they include a dual-prong adapter for in-flight use, as well as a travel pouch.
The bad: The JVC HA-NC80's earcups are on the small side, making the headphones uncomfortable to wear for extended periods of time. The noise-canceling feature affects only low frequency sound.
The bottom line: Frequent fliers operating on a tight budget should consider the JVC HA-NC80 Noise Canceling Headphones, but those with sensitive ears might want to steer clear.
The HA-NC80s' completely circular shape and relatively small 2.5-inch diameter are no doubt responsible for the uncomfortable fit. However, the headphones aren't overly tight--and the earcups have some cushy padding--so those with less sensitive ear cartilage may find them suitably comfortable. The cord is plenty long at 5 feet, but it doesn't retract like that of the HA-NC100. The HA-NC80 headphones fold up flat into a semicircle--it's not the most compact design we've seen, but JVC does include a travel pouch for transport. There's also a dual prong adapter for in-flight use and a AAA battery for the noise cancellation feature.
As is indicated by the product name, the JVC HA-NC80 headphones offer an active noise-canceling mode. JVC asserts that the 'phones offer as much as 75 percent noise reduction. We have no way to measure that accurately, but the HA-NC80s did a good job eliminating the noise from our office ventilation system, as well as some hum from a nearby server. The headphones actually have two modes for reduction: Low, meant for bus and train rumblings; and Wide, which will take care of that pesky airplane engine noise. In any case, neither mode will block out higher-frequency noises, such as the clickity-clack of a neighbor's keyboard.
On the sound-quality tip, the JVC HA-NC80s do a surprisingly decent job. I wouldn't call it fantastic, but when paired with a Creative Zen V Plus, the headphones provided clear highs and a balanced midrange. Even low-end response was decent, though bass addicts may not be entirely satisfied. All in all, I was most pleased with the performance for rock and midtempo electronica. Rated battery life with the noise cancellation turned on is a respectable 25 hours.
User reviews
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You get what you pay for
by tkuzelka on December 21, 2009
Pros: nice sound, good noise cancelling ability.
Cons: Could use a little more base, comfortable on the ears but might get a little uncomfortable for long periods of time.
Summary: As I stated in the summary, you get what you pay for, with that being said, the noise canceling ability does work. I use my headphones at work, and sit ...
Summary: As I stated in the summary, you get what you pay for, with that being said, the noise canceling ability does work. I use my headphones at work, and sit under a cold air return. While the NC80's didn't cancel the noise completely, it did reduce the noise a significantly, at least to a level that didn't annoy me anymore. The sound from the speakers is very good in my opinion. They could use a little more bass, but it really isn't that bad. The ear pieces are round, so they don't cover your ears, but they are large enough to block out noise even with the cancelling off. The padding is soft and comfortable on my ears, and there is plenty of padding on the top to protect your head. All in all, I like them, I knew my expectations when purchasing them, so I knew I wasn't going to get Bose quality sound and noise cancelling. In short, if you are looking for an inexpensive set of noise cancelling headphones for the office or home, give these a try, I think you will be suprised.
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Decent noise cancelling, terrible with bass
by CorvustheCrow on September 20, 2009
Pros: Family members can watch TV in the same room and the TV noise doesn't interfere too much with my music enjoyment. Comfortable to wear.
Cons: Bass is terrible to nonexistent. No volume control on the cord.
Summary: It's like listening to music through a tin can. And I can still hear louder outside noises like my neighbor's German Shepherd barking, or my other neighbor's ...
Summary: It's like listening to music through a tin can. And I can still hear louder outside noises like my neighbor's German Shepherd barking, or my other neighbor's car stereo.
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sigh... nothing good about this guy.
by bluebearbank on October 4, 2008
Pros: sorry none...
Cons: My ears hurt: I have to take this headphone out every 30-45mins
No noise canceling: It doesn't cancel any noises, having a battery is making it heavier, that's all.Summary: Well, I am going to buy the JVC HA-NC250. I have nothing against JVC but this model is much worse than any headphones you can imagine. I read the review ...
Summary: Well, I am going to buy the JVC HA-NC250. I have nothing against JVC but this model is much worse than any headphones you can imagine. I read the review of CNET, and reviewer said it is uncomfortable... I should've taken his advice... I thought, "well couldn't be too bad, heck it's year 2008." Well, went cheap was my mistake, and I can't even wear this headphone for more than 30mins... it is going straight to a trash can(serious). I'm getting a new set.
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Noise canceling? Not much
by tomeriksen on August 27, 2008
Pros: Cheap, battery in headset
Cons: Sharp edges not comfortable against headrest, poor noise cancelling, kind of bulky for travel.
Summary: Cheap but not doing the trick. Add an extra $50 and buy some Sennheisers instead?
Summary: Cheap but not doing the trick. Add an extra $50 and buy some Sennheisers instead?
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ok, if you don't listen to music
by Andrew Shumway on November 26, 2007
Pros: blocks fan hiss fairly well
Cons: blocks 75% of bass response
Summary: I just moved into a new office and there is a constant hiss from ventilation ducts that route above my office. I found these headphones in a black-friday sale and ...
Summary: I just moved into a new office and there is a constant hiss from ventilation ducts that route above my office. I found these headphones in a black-friday sale and thought I'd give them a try. They block about 50% of the frequencies in the vent hiss and all of the sounds in a band of frequencies but only 25% of sounds in higher hums. The big problem comes when listening to music. With the noise cancellation turned OFF, the speakers have less bass then my $20 Phillips ear buds. With noise cancellation turned ON I can just make out a thump thump of a drum or strings if I really listen.
Specifications
- Manufacturer: JVC
- Part number: HA-NC80
- Description: With the JVC HANC80 noise-canceling headphone, now you can choose the most effective noise cancel mode for the circumstances. HANC80 offers both "wide" and "low" noise cancellation modes. The "wide" mode targets a wider frequency range than the "low" mode, and cancels the type of noise typically found in a commercial jet cabin. The "low" mode cancels a slightly narrower and lower frequency range, one associated with the noise generated by trains and buses. The HANC80 deliver up to 75% noise reduction, and also comes with fully padded closed earpieces which help to block ambient noise, and the padded soft touch headband ensure that they'll remain comfortable throughout a long listening. It also offers a flat foldable style so that they're easy to carry or pack, and comes with a carrying pouch and a dual-plug adapter.
General
- Recommended Use The noise canceling feature keeps out ambient sounds on buses and airplanes. Plus, they are portable for easy transport. Active noise canceling technology makes these circumaural headphones ideal for commuting and air travel.
- Product Type Headphones
- Weight 5.8 oz
- Additional Features Foldable, Gold-plated plug, Noise canceling circuit
Headphones
- Headphones Type Headphones - Binaural
- Headphones Form Factor Ear-cup
- Connectivity Technology Wired
- Sound Output Mode Stereo
- Active Noise Canceling Yes
- Response Bandwidth 10 - 22000 Hz
- Sensitivity 103 dB/mW
- Diaphragm 1.2 in
- Magnet Material Neodymium
Remote Control
- Type None
Connections
- Connector Type 1 x Headphones ( Mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm )
Miscellaneous
- Cables Included Headphones cable - Integrated - 5 ft
- Included Accessories Carrying pouch, Dual-prong adapter
Power
- Power Device None
- Battery 1 x Standard battery - AAA type
Manufacturer info
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- Website: http://www.jvc.com/
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1700 Valley Road, Wayne, NJ 07470 - Phone: 1-800-252-5722
