Noise-cancelling in J on two-class
Dec 10, 2005, 8:22 pm
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Noise-cancelling in J on two-class
Later this month, I'll be on IB 6122 from MIA to MAD, returning on AA 69. In J both ways. IB6122 (which may be an AA codeshare also, but it's definitely on IB metal) is a Airbus 340, with only 2 classes of service. AA69 is a 767, also with only 2 classes and definitely on AA metal.
Can anyone tell me whether to expect noise cancelling headphones?
Can anyone tell me whether to expect noise cancelling headphones?
Dec 10, 2005, 8:29 pm
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AA 763's should have Bose Noise Cancelling headsets and a portable DVD player.
777's also provide them in P and J cabins on other international routes.
Absolutely no idea with IB offers for IFE ...
Since it is getting close to Christmas .. ask Santa for a pair of your own and then you won't need to worry about such details!
777's also provide them in P and J cabins on other international routes.
Absolutely no idea with IB offers for IFE ...
Since it is getting close to Christmas .. ask Santa for a pair of your own and then you won't need to worry about such details!
Dec 10, 2005, 8:30 pm
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Yes on the AA 763 flight. No idea on the IB flight.
Dec 10, 2005, 8:36 pm
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Originally Posted by JGR01
Since it is getting close to Christmas .. ask Santa for a pair of your own and then you won't need to worry about such details!
Dec 10, 2005, 8:47 pm
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Originally Posted by ORDinary Gold
Now that you mention it...would you like to recommend some? I'm not a huge audiophile, although I do like my music to sound decent. The good bose ones are more than I'd spend. I would say my two big criteria are price and the ability to store flat so they easily fit into my thin briefcase.
Did I mention they come with a carrying case that you can fit in your pocket?
Dec 10, 2005, 8:59 pm
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I use the Etymotic 6i's, but many people do not like stuff that goes in their ear -- in which case I strongly recommend the Bose.
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Dec 10, 2005, 9:32 pm
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Are these two "noise cancelling" i.e. good for use on the plane or are they only good for use at home? Also any idea on what to expect to pay?
I have the "Plane Quiet" headphones that are $30 on ebay and ok, but not as good as the bose. They had an older model that was much better, but the newer model doesn't fully cover the ear like the Bose.
I have the "Plane Quiet" headphones that are $30 on ebay and ok, but not as good as the bose. They had an older model that was much better, but the newer model doesn't fully cover the ear like the Bose.
Dec 10, 2005, 10:01 pm
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Check the Travel Technology forum for more discussion of the relative merits of different 'phones than you could ever stand to read.
But I do love my Boses. Spring for them, or as previously suggested, ask Santa to do so.
But I do love my Boses. Spring for them, or as previously suggested, ask Santa to do so.
Dec 10, 2005, 10:13 pm
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I had the Bose. Tried the Shures, sold the Bose. When the Bose are offered on AA, I use the Shures. I bought the Ec2's for less than $200.00.
When you buy directly from Shure, you have a 30 day no questions asked return guarantee - at least they have had that in the past.
The in the ear kind (Shure and Eywhosits) work by blocking noise rather than cancelling it electronically.
When you buy directly from Shure, you have a 30 day no questions asked return guarantee - at least they have had that in the past.
The in the ear kind (Shure and Eywhosits) work by blocking noise rather than cancelling it electronically.
Dec 10, 2005, 10:51 pm
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Originally Posted by ORDinary Gold
Later this month, I'll be on IB 6122 from MIA to MAD, returning on AA 69. In J both ways. IB6122 (which may be an AA codeshare also, but it's definitely on IB metal) is a Airbus 340, with only 2 classes of service. AA69 is a 767, also with only 2 classes and definitely on AA metal.
Can anyone tell me whether to expect noise cancelling headphones?
Can anyone tell me whether to expect noise cancelling headphones?
IB: No (at least not 4 months ago)
Dec 10, 2005, 11:21 pm
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I also have the Shure E2c. They take some getting used to until you learn how to put them in correctly but I wouldn't give them up now. I paid $60 with a coupon on buy.com. They also come with a cool case like the E4c.
I would recommend the new all-black E2c. They come with a shorter, more manageable cord.
I would recommend the new all-black E2c. They come with a shorter, more manageable cord.
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Dec 10, 2005, 11:36 pm
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Originally Posted by drtdk
I also have the Shure E2c. They take some getting used to until you learn how to put them in correctly but I wouldn't give them up now. I paid $60 with a coupon on buy.com. They also come with a cool case like the E4c.
I would recommend the new all-black E2c. They come with a shorter, more manageable cord.
I would recommend the new all-black E2c. They come with a shorter, more manageable cord.
Dec 11, 2005, 1:40 am
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Originally Posted by ORDinary Gold
Now that you mention it...would you like to recommend some? I'm not a huge audiophile, although I do like my music to sound decent. The good bose ones are more than I'd spend. I would say my two big criteria are price and the ability to store flat so they easily fit into my thin briefcase.
The Best Noise Canceling Headphones
Dec 11, 2005, 6:40 am
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I just ordered a pair of Sony MDR-NC50s. They haven't been delivered yet, but got good reviews from CNET. They're $116.84 (free shipping) at amazon.com. List price is $199.95. Here's amazon link:
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...lance&n=172282
Here's cnet link:
http://reviews.cnet.com/Sony_MDR_NC5...2.html?tag=sub
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00...lance&n=172282
Here's cnet link:
http://reviews.cnet.com/Sony_MDR_NC5...2.html?tag=sub
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