Originally Posted by Brandy
The other problem, a second study found, is that insertable headphones are not as efficient at blocking background noise as some larger ones that cover the ear, so there is more incentive to turn up the volume.
Often I have worried/wondered about this when I use my iPod on a plane. At home in a quiet setting I notice that my volume might be at half or even under, but on a plane it's close to full. I would use my QC2s but when I'm awake I wear my glasses and I find the Bose headset uncomfortable with my specs on.
I wish I knew if hearing damage was in my future.