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Full Size headphones are just that...full size. They tend to be larger and used in a single place. And whether that place is your home, office or studio, these headphones are generally required to deliver impressive sound performance and isolation.
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The opposite of full size headphones, portable headphones are compact and lightweight. But lightweight doesn't mean they're light on sound. Many portable headphones feature elements that deliver impressive sound reproduction just like their full size big brothers.
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Hittin' the streets with your favorite recordings brings a whole new set of issues. Mainly looks. Streetwise headphones eliminate the conventional headband that goes over the head. Streetwise headphones may have a behind-the-head headband, or a clip that fits around the ear. Either way, they travel light and don't interfere with your hair or hat.
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Like the streetwise styles, earbuds eliminate the headband for ultra-lightweight comfort. Great for workouts, or any time that traveling light is critical, earbuds are one of the most popular types of headphones.
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A side-firing earbud turns the element to direct the sound right into the ear canal. The result can mean a better fit, and definitely better bass performance.
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Wireless headphones eliminate the cord altogether. They can require a transmitter that must be connected to your source. Wireless headphones are available in different technological platforms. Including: Radio Frequency (RF) - transmits an RF signal through walls and ceilings. Infrared (IR) - transmits an IR signal within line sight of transmitter.
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Noise cancellation headphones reduce surrounding, or ambient noise. There are two types of noise cancellation; active and passive. Active noise cancellation utilizes a powered circuit and miniature microphones to create "anti-wave" that cancels the noise at the ear. Passive noise cancellation utilizes the mechanical design and fit of the headphone to eliminate the ambient noise.
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