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# 40mm neodymium drivers 90% noise reduction fold-flat travel design Audio-Technica ATH-ANC7B QuietPoint Active Noise-Cancelling Closed-Back Headphones, Wired, AUD ATH-ANC7B, Black, one Size

**Brand:** audio-technica
**Price:** R139
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## Summary

> 🎧 Elevate your commute: block the noise, boost the vibe.

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Audio-Technica ATH-ANC7B QuietPoint Active Noise-Cancelling Closed-Back Headphones, Wired, AUD ATH-ANC7B, Black, one Size by audio-technica
- **How much does it cost?** R139 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Currently out of stock
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/1232965-audio-technica-ath-anc7b-quietpoint-active-noise-cancelling-closed-back)

## Best For

- audio-technica enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted audio-technica brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Plug & Play Convenience:** Fully integrated electronics with no external modules—just plug in and enjoy seamless wired connectivity.
- • **All-Inclusive Travel Kit:** Includes airline adapter, 1/4-inch adapter, AAA battery, and a sleek carrying case for on-the-go professionals.
- • **Travel-Ready Compactness:** Lightweight, fold-flat design fits effortlessly into your carry-on or backpack.
- • **Immersive Sound with Deep Bass:** Large 40mm drivers deliver rich bass and crystal-clear highs for premium audio fidelity.
- • **Silence the Noise, Own Your Space:** Active noise cancellation cuts ambient distractions by 90%, perfect for focused work or travel.

## Overview

The Audio-Technica ATH-ANC7B QuietPoint headphones combine industry-leading 90% active noise cancellation with powerful 40mm neodymium drivers for superior sound quality. Designed for professionals on the move, their lightweight, fold-flat build and included travel accessories make them the ultimate companion for flights, office focus, and daily commutes. Wired connectivity ensures zero latency, while cushioned earcups provide all-day comfort. Experience premium audio clarity and peace of mind with a one-year warranty backing your investment.

## Description

These lightweight, compact headphones boast circuitry that effectively reduces distracting background noise by 90% while offering the superior audio quality that has made Audio-Technica a worldwide leader in electro-acoustic technology. Arrive refreshed after a long flight, avoid distractions in a noisy office, or find peace and quiet in your living room with ATH-ANC7b QuietPoint Active Noise-Cancelling Headphones.

Review: Why spend more for lower sound quality - I consider myself a budget audiophile, and I'm always looking for the best deal on good quality sound, i.e. at home I have Polk speakers because they sound amazing and don't cost a fortune. So, when my coworker next to me showed up to work one day with a brand new pair of Bose QC15 headphones, I almost dropped my jaw. I had listened to them in the store, but I knew they were $300 and didn't seem to me to be worth the money. So I asked him to borrow them for a little bit and I was amazed at how all the noise in the office disappeared and the music appeared to sound much better. Then my company moved us to a new floor with an open floor plan where we all sit out in the open together. My desk, unfortunately, got located directly below a noisy air conditioning unit and there is no drop ceiling over my desk. Finally, the noise canceling headphones were a must. I was ready to drop $300 on the bose when I decided to do some google research and see what's out there. I stumbled upon these Audio Technica headphones. As a DJ, I knew the Audio Technica brand well, they make my wireless microphone system that I use for all my weddings. Their mic system has NEVER failed me, so I knew they make good quality stuff at reasonable prices (their mic system was $100-200 cheaper then the competitors). Anyway, I finally pulled the trigger and ordered these. They arrived the next day with my $3.50 overnight shipping upgrade on Prime, and I couldn't be happier. These headphones sound amazing. I hear new details in all my music that I never heard before. They also do a perfect job of making all my gabby co-workers disappear. It's actually kind of funny to watch their mouths move and not hear any sound coming out... And that noisy AC unit? Gone! As many other reviewers have mentioned, these headphones do have a LOT of sound leakage. If you like to crank your music up, others may hear you. I must admit though you do have to turn it up pretty loud. These definitely won't work if you're in the same QUIET room as someone who is trying to sleep or read a book. And that's where the Bose headphones win out in this category. With or without music playing, the Bose are SILENT. You can't hear any sound coming out of them. However, when you're in a noisy office or a noisy airplane, the noise will drown out most of the sound leakage. In addition, with no music playing, the Bose win hands down on cancelling out noise. So, I would say if sound leakage and noise cancellation are your primary goals, you may want to spring the extra $169 for the Bose QC15s. But, if you're an audiophile and want your music to sound amazing, you need these Audio Technicas. I compared several tracks side by side with my co workers Bose QC15 headphones and my Audio Technica ATH-ANC7B headphones, and hands down the Audio Technicas win out in every type of music - classical, disco, pop music, rock. I didn't try hip hop - because frankly my ears refuse to be polluted with that stuff. In addition, the Bose headphones are not nearly as loud as the Audio Technica so you have to turn them all the way up to get the same volume as the Audio Technica ones. As a DJ I also like to play a lot of house music, and I made a new demo tape with these headphones on. They just sound amazing in any circumstance. Accessory wise, the Bose is the obvious winner, they provide a headphone splitter, as well as an inline mic/audio control for your iphone. The case on the Bose is a bit more compact then the Audio Technica. In fact, if it's one thing I had to complain about, these suckers are big, and cause my laptop bag to bulge out a little. Comfort wise, the Audio Technicas feel better to me. When I put the Bose in and turn them on, they seem to apply too much pressure to my ear drum. That is something I'm sure you get used to. That's probably why the noise canceling works better on the Bose. I think the padding on the Bose is a little more comfortable then the Audio Technica's, but not enough to make me forget the discomfort in my ear drums from the pressure on the Bose. UPDATED to my review: The power switch shorted out after about a month of use, you have to jiggle the power switch of the noise canceling to get them to work properly in stereo. I contacted desertcart and was promptly refunded my money. I will order another pair and hope they work out better this time. For $139 these are an absolute steal and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend them to everyone I see. Here's a summary of my review: Sound Quality: Audio Technica - 5/5 Bose - 3/5 Build Quality Audio Technica - 3/5 Bose - 4/5 Note: I lowered this one notch because the power switch on my AT headphones started shorting out. Accessories/carring case: Audio Technica - 3/5 Bose - 5/5 Noise Canceling without music: Audio Technica - 3/5 Bose - 5/5 Noise Cancelling with music: Audio Technica - 4/5 Bose - 5/5 Sound Leakage: Audio Technica - 2/5 Bose - 5/5 Comfort: Audio Technica - 4/5 Bose - 3/5 Note: The padding on the Bose is better, but the ear pressure is less extreme on the AT's Overall Audio Technica - 4/5 Bose - 3/5 (BTW I weighed sound quality the highest in my review, otherwise I would say it's a tie. I only have to turn these things half the volume as I do on the Bose to get the same amount of sound, and the music just sounds THAT much better)
Review: Decent Headphones for a Decent Price - I've had these headphones for a little over a month now and I'm pretty satisfied with them. As others have said, they do not really filter out sharp noises or higher pitched frequencies, but the lower pitches are canceled nicely. Just putting on the headphones, the amount of ambient sound is decreased dramatically. Add in the noise canceling and you really do get transported to your own world. The earcups are pretty comfortable to me, although the band irritates my head after wearing them for prolonged periods of time (1.5+ hrs). They are very easy to use, just one switch on the left earcup, and the accessories that come in the package, which also includes a nice storing case, are useful. I like the fact that the cord can be detached from the headphones and you can just use them by themselves, although without music the noise canceling isn't THAT powerful. But for the price, it's great and the sound quality is more than adequate; you will definitely hear things in songs that you have never noticed before. One of my biggest complaints is the quality of the materials. These headphones feel abundantly plasticky, and not in a good way. They feel rather flimsy and you can hear the plastic creaking when you handle them (especially when you swivel the earcups). It doesn't really bother me all that much, but I don't expect them to last an awfully long time, either. The second thing that's a minor nuisance is a popping sound that I hear on occasion with the noise canceling on. It's not loud and it doesn't disrupt the music at all, it's just mildly irritating. All in all, these are a solid set of headphones, especially considering the price. I'm a college student and they block out all the noise from my neighbors and the A/C unit in my room. The biggest plus for me is that when I'm playing music on my Macbook at a volume of 3, I can't hear my roommate talking =). I haven't had a chance to test them out on a plane yet, but judging from the performance around campus, they should fair just fine. The battery life is pretty good; I went about a month with constant usage before the battery finally died. And since it only uses a single AAA, it's not expensive to replace. Overall, these are very capable headphones and I personally don't see why you would spend $300+ for a name brand with similar performance. Highly recommended. ***Review Update (9/11/2013)***: I've been using these headphones in myriad situations for the past two years. I just read over the review that I left previously and stand by my statements 100%. On airplanes, the noise cancellation really shines, as countless others have attested to. Not being subject to the inane conversations, caterwauling of distressed children, or deafening engine noise undoubtedly improved my mental state and allowed me to actually being to appreciate commercial travel again, an experience I have come to detest over the years. One added plus is that, since the noise cancellation can be used without playing any music, you can put these on as soon as you get on the plane and the flight attendants won't bother you about "turning off your electronics before reaching 10,000 feet." Even if they do, just tell them they're not on, demonstrate the lack of a cable/iPod, continue to stare at them, and they'll eventually walk away. Unfortunately, these guys are on their last legs. Over the past year, I've had to use super glue numerous times to reattach the lining of the earcups. It actually got so bad at one point that about 3/4 of the foam was clearly visible in the right earcup. I feel that this may have been a result of my ears getting sweaty after wearing the headphones for extended (2+ hours) periods of time. Two days ago, I noticed a crack on the right side of the headband where the joint is that allows the cups to be turned so they can fold into the case. On the left side, there are multiple cracks and part of the headband is actually detaching, compromising the structural integrity of the phones and making them feel entirely too flimsy whether on my head or just holding them in my hands. I have also lost the firmness of the seal and sound seems noticeably distant on the left side. I fixed them with duct tape, but I'm already shopping for a new pair. To be completely fair, I haven't been using the case when I travel, opting to swivel the earcups flat and hang them around my neck for both ease of access and reduced utilization of space in carry-on bags. Don't get me wrong - the case is great and you really should use it if you have a preponderance of space, but it is pretty bulky and it simply took up too much room for me when traveling. That being said, I don't know if the lack of using a case contributed to their (relatively) early disrepair. I don't travel much at all (2-3 flights per year), I am not hard on my electronics by any means, but I do use them for hours every day. Either way, it is certainly something to think about. The original cord that came with the headphones was pretty cheap and wore out shortly after I wrote my first review. Fortunately, that's a quick fix and I got a male to male cable from desertcart for like $2 or something; it has been holding up just fine. All in all, I am still very happy with my purchase, albeit somewhat saddened because I loved these headphones and now I have to let them go. I'm looking at their more expensive big brother, the ANC9s, and I think I'm going to give them a shot. Hopefully, the build quality of those will match the higher price tag and I will get substantially more life out of them. I'll try to remember to come back and update this review, or compare the two on a review of the ANC9s.

## Features

- QuietPoint headphones feature noise-cancelling circuitry that effectively reduces environmental noise by 90%
- Feature large-aperture 40 mm drivers with neodymium magnet systems for impactful bass, extended treble and higher fidelity
- Lightweight, compact, fold-flat design is ideal for travel;
- Fully integrated electronics, no external modules needed
- Comes with full-size 1/4-inch adapter, specialized airline adapter for in-flight entertainment systems, and a handy carrying case
- Redesigned, comfortable earcups with generously cushioned padding and a shape that fits easily over any ear
- Connectivity technology : Wired
- Compatible Devices: Apple Ipod, Iphone And Ipod Touch Portable Music And Dvd Players, Laptop Computers, In-Flight Entertainment Systems And Other Devices
- Included Components: Audio-Technica Ath-Anc7B, 6.3 Mm Stereo Adapter, Airline Adapter, Aaa Battery, Carrying Case With Attached Accessory Pouch

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B002HWJT1A |
| Additional Features | Foldable, Lightweight, Noise Cancellation |
| Age Range Description | Adult,Teen |
| Antenna Location | Calling, Running |
| Audio Driver Size | 40 Millimeters |
| Audio Driver Type | Dynamic Driver |
| Battery Average Life | 40 Hours |
| Best Sellers Rank | #271,067 in Electronics ( See Top 100 in Electronics ) #4,350 in Over-Ear Headphones |
| Brand | Audio-Technica |
| Brand Name | Audio-Technica |
| Built-In Media | Audio-Technica ATH-ANC7B, 6.3 mm stereo adapter, airline adapter, AAA battery, carrying case with attached accessory pouch |
| Cable Features | Retractable |
| Carrying Case Weight | 20 Grams |
| Color | Black |
| Compatible Devices | Apple iPod, iPhone and iPod touch portable music and DVD players, laptop computers, in-flight entertainment systems and other devices |
| Connectivity Technology | Wired |
| Control Method | Remote |
| Control Type | Media Control, Call Control, Volume Control |
| Customer Package Type | Standard Packaging |
| Customer Reviews | 3.8 out of 5 stars 2,487 Reviews |
| Ear Placement | Over Ear |
| Earpiece Shape | Over Ear |
| Enclosure Material | Fabric, Silicone, Plastic |
| Form Factor | Over Ear |
| Frequency Range | 20 Hz - 20,000 Hz |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00004200515838, 00763615804448, 04961310105549 |
| Headphone Folding Features | Over Ear |
| Headphone Jack | 3.5 mm Jack |
| Headphones Ear Placement | Over Ear |
| Impedance | 300 Ohms |
| Is Autographed | No |
| Item Weight | 0.2 Kilograms |
| Manufacturer | Audio Technica |
| Model Name | ATH-ANC7B |
| Model Number | AUD ATH-ANC7B |
| Noise Control | Active Noise Cancellation |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Number of Power Levels | 1 |
| Series Number | 7 |
| Specific Uses For Product | Travel |
| Style Name | ATH-ANC7B |
| UPC | 707223261651 151903026403 163120719860 071021122088 115970914254 168141232206 072091684506 100177476636 080000484741 191120032597 080850472097 777785490158 004200515838 071030307612 647207131986 151903429921 080850356243 012303511602 666661340116 042005158386 325036473605 042005162031 763615804448 411378097859 061310105540 999993346724 000420051583 066512109730 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
| Warranty Description | U.S. One-Year Limited End-User Warranty |
| Wireless Technology | Bluetooth |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Audio-Technica
- **Color:** Black
- **Ear Placement:** Over Ear
- **Form Factor:** Over Ear
- **Impedance:** 300 Ohms

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Size, Model** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: I just want silence. I don't want to play music.  Isn't there a less expensive option for just silence??**
A: Yes.  I use the Audio Technica for flying because it eliminates the droning of the engine and reduces the level of passenger conversation by a little bit (I'd guess around 25%).  When I'm flying, I don't want to completely eliminate all sound - I want to be able to hear announcements, beverage service, etc...However, at work, my cube is in the middle of a noisy call center.  To block most of the noise, I purchased the 3M Peltor X-Series Over-the-Head Earmuffs from Amazon.  They are inexpensive (under $30) and they work.  The headphones are bulky - they are similar to what you'd see someone wearing on a gun range or directing planes on an airport tarmac.  But it's the bulk that enables them to work so well - the headphones provide a thick layer of noise-dampening material over your ears.  The headphones all but eliminate normal-volume levels in the work place (you may hear a faint murmuring).  Loud noises like laughing and sneezing can be heard, but the sound is very muffled.  If you placed inexpensive foam earplugs in your ears and then wore these headphones over your ears, you'd probably be in complete silence.

**Q: Is the silver vs. black just cosmetic or has anyone had trouble with the silver?**
A: As I understood it the silver version is the same as the black with the addition of the capability to use them as a headset with a phone. I have had no issues whatsoever with the headphones and I love them.

**Q: The headphones don't produce sound in the right ear. Is something wrong with them, or have I not hooked up the cord correctly?**
A: I had these headphones for years and found the aux cord needs to be replaced every so often. About as often as an apple iPhone charger.

**Q: Has anyone used these with behind the ear hearing aids, and how does this set differ from the $79  Audio-Technica ones?**
A: I used these headphones for quitea while with behind the ear hearing aids with no issues. The only problem I had with them is they broke at the point where they rotate to fit into the case. This was after a couple of years use but it is not a good design.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Why spend more for lower sound quality
*by R***H on November 16, 2012*

I consider myself a budget audiophile, and I'm always looking for the best deal on good quality sound, i.e. at home I have Polk speakers because they sound amazing and don't cost a fortune. So, when my coworker next to me showed up to work one day with a brand new pair of Bose QC15 headphones, I almost dropped my jaw. I had listened to them in the store, but I knew they were $300 and didn't seem to me to be worth the money. So I asked him to borrow them for a little bit and I was amazed at how all the noise in the office disappeared and the music appeared to sound much better. Then my company moved us to a new floor with an open floor plan where we all sit out in the open together. My desk, unfortunately, got located directly below a noisy air conditioning unit and there is no drop ceiling over my desk. Finally, the noise canceling headphones were a must. I was ready to drop $300 on the bose when I decided to do some google research and see what's out there. I stumbled upon these Audio Technica headphones. As a DJ, I knew the Audio Technica brand well, they make my wireless microphone system that I use for all my weddings. Their mic system has NEVER failed me, so I knew they make good quality stuff at reasonable prices (their mic system was $100-200 cheaper then the competitors). Anyway, I finally pulled the trigger and ordered these. They arrived the next day with my $3.50 overnight shipping upgrade on Prime, and I couldn't be happier. These headphones sound amazing. I hear new details in all my music that I never heard before. They also do a perfect job of making all my gabby co-workers disappear. It's actually kind of funny to watch their mouths move and not hear any sound coming out... And that noisy AC unit? Gone! As many other reviewers have mentioned, these headphones do have a LOT of sound leakage. If you like to crank your music up, others may hear you. I must admit though you do have to turn it up pretty loud. These definitely won't work if you're in the same QUIET room as someone who is trying to sleep or read a book. And that's where the Bose headphones win out in this category. With or without music playing, the Bose are SILENT. You can't hear any sound coming out of them. However, when you're in a noisy office or a noisy airplane, the noise will drown out most of the sound leakage. In addition, with no music playing, the Bose win hands down on cancelling out noise. So, I would say if sound leakage and noise cancellation are your primary goals, you may want to spring the extra $169 for the Bose QC15s. But, if you're an audiophile and want your music to sound amazing, you need these Audio Technicas. I compared several tracks side by side with my co workers Bose QC15 headphones and my Audio Technica ATH-ANC7B headphones, and hands down the Audio Technicas win out in every type of music - classical, disco, pop music, rock. I didn't try hip hop - because frankly my ears refuse to be polluted with that stuff. In addition, the Bose headphones are not nearly as loud as the Audio Technica so you have to turn them all the way up to get the same volume as the Audio Technica ones. As a DJ I also like to play a lot of house music, and I made a new demo tape with these headphones on. They just sound amazing in any circumstance. Accessory wise, the Bose is the obvious winner, they provide a headphone splitter, as well as an inline mic/audio control for your iphone. The case on the Bose is a bit more compact then the Audio Technica. In fact, if it's one thing I had to complain about, these suckers are big, and cause my laptop bag to bulge out a little. Comfort wise, the Audio Technicas feel better to me. When I put the Bose in and turn them on, they seem to apply too much pressure to my ear drum. That is something I'm sure you get used to. That's probably why the noise canceling works better on the Bose. I think the padding on the Bose is a little more comfortable then the Audio Technica's, but not enough to make me forget the discomfort in my ear drums from the pressure on the Bose. UPDATED to my review: The power switch shorted out after about a month of use, you have to jiggle the power switch of the noise canceling to get them to work properly in stereo. I contacted Amazon and was promptly refunded my money. I will order another pair and hope they work out better this time. For $139 these are an absolute steal and I wouldn't hesitate to recommend them to everyone I see. Here's a summary of my review: Sound Quality: Audio Technica - 5/5 Bose - 3/5 Build Quality Audio Technica - 3/5 Bose - 4/5 Note: I lowered this one notch because the power switch on my AT headphones started shorting out. Accessories/carring case: Audio Technica - 3/5 Bose - 5/5 Noise Canceling without music: Audio Technica - 3/5 Bose - 5/5 Noise Cancelling with music: Audio Technica - 4/5 Bose - 5/5 Sound Leakage: Audio Technica - 2/5 Bose - 5/5 Comfort: Audio Technica - 4/5 Bose - 3/5 Note: The padding on the Bose is better, but the ear pressure is less extreme on the AT's Overall Audio Technica - 4/5 Bose - 3/5 (BTW I weighed sound quality the highest in my review, otherwise I would say it's a tie. I only have to turn these things half the volume as I do on the Bose to get the same amount of sound, and the music just sounds THAT much better)

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Decent Headphones for a Decent Price
*by N***. on February 7, 2011*

I've had these headphones for a little over a month now and I'm pretty satisfied with them. As others have said, they do not really filter out sharp noises or higher pitched frequencies, but the lower pitches are canceled nicely. Just putting on the headphones, the amount of ambient sound is decreased dramatically. Add in the noise canceling and you really do get transported to your own world. The earcups are pretty comfortable to me, although the band irritates my head after wearing them for prolonged periods of time (1.5+ hrs). They are very easy to use, just one switch on the left earcup, and the accessories that come in the package, which also includes a nice storing case, are useful. I like the fact that the cord can be detached from the headphones and you can just use them by themselves, although without music the noise canceling isn't THAT powerful. But for the price, it's great and the sound quality is more than adequate; you will definitely hear things in songs that you have never noticed before. One of my biggest complaints is the quality of the materials. These headphones feel abundantly plasticky, and not in a good way. They feel rather flimsy and you can hear the plastic creaking when you handle them (especially when you swivel the earcups). It doesn't really bother me all that much, but I don't expect them to last an awfully long time, either. The second thing that's a minor nuisance is a popping sound that I hear on occasion with the noise canceling on. It's not loud and it doesn't disrupt the music at all, it's just mildly irritating. All in all, these are a solid set of headphones, especially considering the price. I'm a college student and they block out all the noise from my neighbors and the A/C unit in my room. The biggest plus for me is that when I'm playing music on my Macbook at a volume of 3, I can't hear my roommate talking =). I haven't had a chance to test them out on a plane yet, but judging from the performance around campus, they should fair just fine. The battery life is pretty good; I went about a month with constant usage before the battery finally died. And since it only uses a single AAA, it's not expensive to replace. Overall, these are very capable headphones and I personally don't see why you would spend $300+ for a name brand with similar performance. Highly recommended. ***Review Update (9/11/2013)***: I've been using these headphones in myriad situations for the past two years. I just read over the review that I left previously and stand by my statements 100%. On airplanes, the noise cancellation really shines, as countless others have attested to. Not being subject to the inane conversations, caterwauling of distressed children, or deafening engine noise undoubtedly improved my mental state and allowed me to actually being to appreciate commercial travel again, an experience I have come to detest over the years. One added plus is that, since the noise cancellation can be used without playing any music, you can put these on as soon as you get on the plane and the flight attendants won't bother you about "turning off your electronics before reaching 10,000 feet." Even if they do, just tell them they're not on, demonstrate the lack of a cable/iPod, continue to stare at them, and they'll eventually walk away. Unfortunately, these guys are on their last legs. Over the past year, I've had to use super glue numerous times to reattach the lining of the earcups. It actually got so bad at one point that about 3/4 of the foam was clearly visible in the right earcup. I feel that this may have been a result of my ears getting sweaty after wearing the headphones for extended (2+ hours) periods of time. Two days ago, I noticed a crack on the right side of the headband where the joint is that allows the cups to be turned so they can fold into the case. On the left side, there are multiple cracks and part of the headband is actually detaching, compromising the structural integrity of the phones and making them feel entirely too flimsy whether on my head or just holding them in my hands. I have also lost the firmness of the seal and sound seems noticeably distant on the left side. I fixed them with duct tape, but I'm already shopping for a new pair. To be completely fair, I haven't been using the case when I travel, opting to swivel the earcups flat and hang them around my neck for both ease of access and reduced utilization of space in carry-on bags. Don't get me wrong - the case is great and you really should use it if you have a preponderance of space, but it is pretty bulky and it simply took up too much room for me when traveling. That being said, I don't know if the lack of using a case contributed to their (relatively) early disrepair. I don't travel much at all (2-3 flights per year), I am not hard on my electronics by any means, but I do use them for hours every day. Either way, it is certainly something to think about. The original cord that came with the headphones was pretty cheap and wore out shortly after I wrote my first review. Fortunately, that's a quick fix and I got a male to male cable from Amazon for like $2 or something; it has been holding up just fine. All in all, I am still very happy with my purchase, albeit somewhat saddened because I loved these headphones and now I have to let them go. I'm looking at their more expensive big brother, the ANC9s, and I think I'm going to give them a shot. Hopefully, the build quality of those will match the higher price tag and I will get substantially more life out of them. I'll try to remember to come back and update this review, or compare the two on a review of the ANC9s.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Audio Technica ATH-ANC7B vs Beats Audio by Dr. Dre Studio
*by M***N on July 3, 2012*

This Review is updated from a previous Review. I have owned these headphones for several months now I use them on a nearly daily basis for Music, Movies, and Gaming. I travel on Long Haul International flights quite often and have found these head phones to be great for all applications that they are used for. I am very glad to have purchased these head phones. If I forgot them I would definitely miss them. When I travel I usually travel in Premium Economy and Business class. In these classes of service the Airline that I travel with offers much nicer headphones to use with the in flight entertainment. The airline advertises Noise reducing in Premium Economy and Noise Cancelling in Business Class. There is No comparison I have found that the offerings of the Airline are nothing more than standard over the ear headphones the airline headphones however are much better than what the Airline offers in economy. These headphones are excellent. Highly Recommended and for the price can not be beat. I am curious about the Audio Technica ATH-ANC 9 and the performance over these. There are some improved features that may make them worth the price. I purchased a set of Beats Audio noise cancelling headphones previously to these and found them to be terrible. I wanted a set of good Noise cancelling headphones. Several of my coworkers have the Bose Quiet Comfort 3 and 15 headphones. I wanted to save some money and see what else was out there. I happened upon reviews of these headphones and though Id try them. They were after all less than half the price. Where the beats Audio leaked and the music I was listening to could be heard clearly across the room while being worn the Audio Technica leaked very little comparatively. My co workers can hear the music I am listening to but only at High levels of volume and with no noise in the office. On an airplane this is not the case I have found that very little noise can be heard outside the cups at all. The Beats Audio noise canceling headphones needed to be turned up to higher volume to bring out the full range of the music while the Audio Techinca headphones did not. This is a sign of quality, I do not want to go deaf listening to my music or movies, likewise I do not feel it appropriate to bother my coworkers, other passengers, and people withing a close proximity of me with the audio portion of my chosen form of entertainment. Quality of sound is great and comparable to any high end headphones that I have ever used. I have used the Bose Quiet Comfort headphones momentarily but not at length having had that experience I can see why these headphones are compared to the Bose so often. While these are not Bose and are not quite at that level, they have the advantage of being much more affordable. For my tastes these headphones are right in the wheelhouse. You will not regret purchasing these headphones. If you want to try noise cancelling headphones Id try these. Remember these headphones do not cancel out all noise. They cancel out a specific range of noise. Mostly the background dirty noise such as air conditioners / heaters, fans, humming, jet engines and other such ambient noise. These do a much better job of it than the Beats Audio headphones do. With no music being played you can still hear conversations, television, radio and the like going on around you. Basically it filters out the bad stuff leaving you with only the good stuff to hear. When watching a movie or listening to music the audible world around you goes away leaving you with nothing but your music or movie. The sound out of these is great. You won't be disappointed. While I am sure there are headphones out there that produce much better and pure sound for this price I don't think you'll be able to find anything better. If your battery goes dead mid flight and you don't have a spare Not to worry. You can still use your headphones. A feature that many noise cancelling headphones do not have including the Bose and the Beats Audio. The sound you will get is not nearly as good, the background noise is not filtered, and the sound is not amplified. Suffice it to say the peace of mind is nice knowing that you won't be stuck without the ability to use your headphones should you run out of batteries. These headphones do a better than average job of isolating much ambient noise without the noise canceling feature turned on. I wear glasses, the ear cups fit nicely and comfortably around my larger than average ears and don't make my glasses uncomfortable as many other headphones do requiring me to adjust my glasses while wearing the headphones after a while. In short these Headphones are well worth the price. I highly recommend them. I will post an update to this review after using them quite a bit more and have more to add.

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