do they block out noise or should I get a pair with hard backing?
181635
The noise reduction capability noticeably reduces background noise, amplifying sound from any audio source (DVD, CD, MP3). Two concerns: 1) It's easy to accidentally leave the noise reduction turned on, which drains batteries quickly, and 2) It's a heavy headset -- after a while, it can feel heavy on the head, so prolonged use could be problematic.
181636
The noise canceling isn't as good as the BOSE Quiet Comfort 15. Playing white noise from an external speaker with the ANC on, I still hear some of it. I would say it blocks 50%-60% of outside noise. When in front of my fan, there is a notable difference but nothing drastic. When in a car at idle, you'll still hear the engine, but it won't completely block it.
181637
Noise canceling isn't great. Bose qc15 have excellent noise canceling however the sound quality is better on the ue6000. I love my Logitech headphones!
181638
They are not on a Bose level for noise cancellation. I wouldn't buy them to to cancel out traveling noise. For home use, I find them more than adequate. If my kid is YELLING, then OK, I can hear him. My wife, however, usually has to throw something at me if she's trying to get my attention. For home use, I like these a lot.
181639
I would say they block about 90% of outside noise. However when listening to it loud people next to you will hear your music. For the money you can't beat these headphones.
1558208
They are really made to reduce "Reflections" of sound in a room, Might not reduce noise that much on the other side of a wall, you would need a more dense material to block the sound. Would be better of with sound proofing or deadening sheets if you are able to install. Also quietrock.com drywall, but you probably can't do that much to the apartment.
1582305
Mark, they are pretty good at drowning out background noise. I love mine! They have a great sound as well & are very comfortable!
1728292
They block out ambient noise well but are not noise cancelling. At best, you might consider these "noise isolating".
1429477
When music is playing at reasonable volume, they're pretty good at blocking background noise, but not perfect. If you're just wearing them over your ears without input, the noise cancellation is more of a soft noise muffling than anything else. I wouldn't call them "noise-cancelling" so much as "reduces extraneous background noise so you can focus on what's playing".
1043089
I would say noise reduction is pretty good with these. I tried different kinds and these are significantly better than average, I would say.
536624
Not completely. I have not found anything that will do that as much as try to advertise! I wear them everynight because they do block most ambient sound i.e. fans, tv's down low.
52687
These block out ambient noises extremely well. But, you can still hear people talking which to me, is a good thing. As far as annoying others... I don't think you'll have a problem with that. It, of course would depend on how loud you have them. When I am sitting next to my husband, I cannot hear them when he is listening to his music through them. I am fairly sensitive to that, especially when I'm listening to something else and I don't want to hear his music. Hope that helps.
1689175
The noise reduction works fairly well, I'd say you hear 50% less noise if you put them on.
134567
no! do any block out ALL the noise of a gun? They reduce the noise to a comfortable level. For the money, they are excellent!
543837
No. They don't really block out wind very well, so sound will get thru as well.
426297
They are over-ear and do block out most ambient noise. If you're looking for something that lets you hear both music and your environment, these aren't it.
874622
I suppose it depends on what types of noise you are trying to not hear.. I wear them to bed and I don't hear anything but the audio book I am listening to.. I took them on my recent flight and I didn't hear the hum of the plane while in flight.. so I personally find they are pretty good at blocking out outside noises.. But I don't use them for any high end work or need to use them for any such, I am purely a casual user (over age 35), I don't have to turn the volume way up to reduce outside noise either. I hope this helped!
564989
They block out external sound well, but do not have active noise cancelation. They don't leak sound so if you turn up the volume you won't bother those near you.
1494149
Although these are awsome at protecting your hearing, I would recommend a smartphone with a noise generator app with a set of in ear headphones. Not exactly 'noise cancellation' but it will give your ears something else to focus on. I wish these protectors had a mother-in-law setting.
1408319
They do block out outside noise very well and the volume level seems to be good. I had them on while I was riding on my lawn mower and I did not hear the engine and I was able to listen to radio stations without having the volume turned up the whole way. My personal opinion about using them at a NASCAR race, they would block out the car noise and you would be able to hear the race.
1699753
They r not noise canceling. The cups do form a very good fit to isolate and direct sound well. I have worn them on many flights and they do a wonderful job at blocking out that unbearable screaming baby that some how always gets the seat behind you.