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Headphones and HeadsetsHeadphones and headsets have been instrumental in making music and other audio formats both portable and private, even in a crowd. Over the years headphones have graduated from huge earmuff-like contraptions to light headsets that are well nigh invisible. Today, the range of headphones available is extensive, from tiny earbuds to behind-the-head models to full ear coverage. You can even get specialty headsets that reduce or cancel out other noises for a smoother audio experience. Audio perfection -- in stereoWhen you wrap a set of headphones around your head, or slip in a pair of earbuds, you're entering a special world where stereo reigns supreme. We've all experienced it: with good headsets or earbuds, properly placed, the sound interacts in such a way that the music seems as if it's coming from the center of your head. The world's still out there if you want it, but you're snug within your private audio bubble. Before decent, inexpensive headphones, this was an experience limited to hi-fi fans who rearranged entire rooms and loaded them up with speakers to get the perfect stereo ambience. Prices, prices, pricesHow much should you expect to pay for a good pair of headphones? That's a loaded question, and the answer depends on what you want them for. If you're a true stereophile who can detect subtle audio differences that aren't apparent to those of use with tin ears, you should probably save up to buy a truly awesome set of phones for your special head. If you're like the rest of us, earbuds like the ones you get with your iPod or Walkman will probably be sufficient. They're inexpensive, if plain, and they generally provide good to excellent stereo sound quality.
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Introduction Evaluating Headphones Technologies Consumer Guide to Headphones and Headsets "Visit our Headphones and Headsets consumers guide to learn all about evaluating headphones, and the types and technologies available."
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