headphones
Personal audio gear
Headphones are a pair of small speakers worn on or over the ears, connected by a band across the head.
They deliver audio directly to the listener without disturbing others nearby: She put on her headphones and tuned out the world.
The term covers everything from bulky over-ear models to compact on-ear designs.
Earbuds that sit inside the ear canal are sometimes called headphones loosely, though they lack the headband.
Short-range wireless protocol
- cordlessWithout attached wiring
- AirPodsApple's Bluetooth earbuds
- batteryPortable electricity storage
- chargingRestoring electrical power
pairing · connectivity · range · signal · earbuds · NFC · hands-free · portable
Stuffed fabric for comfort
- paddedFilled with soft material
- over-earEncircling the entire ear
- ergonomicDesigned for bodily efficiency
- lightweightLacking mass or importance
adjustable · headband · earpads · breathable · snug · leatherette · wearability · comfortable
Sound quality enthusiast
- clarityState of being understandable
- losslessRetaining all original information
- bitrateData transfer speed
- crispFirm and breakable
detail · dynamics · resolution · sampling · transparency · accuracy · precision · balance
Two-channel audio system
- volumeAmount of space filled
- bassDeep pitch or fish
- trebleHigh frequency range
- equalizerWhat evens things out
frequency · decibels · acoustics · soundwave · amplify · loudness · pitch · resonance
Interactive electronic entertainment
- DJMusic mixer performer
- studioCreative professional's workspace
- monitoringOngoing observation of something
- aviationFlying or operating aircraft
sports · workout · commute · travel · podcasting · mixing · mastering · dictation
Heavy-duty woven line
- adapterDevice enabling equipment compatibility
- jackDevice for lifting vehicles
- plugSomething that blocks openings
- standUpright support structure
case · pouch · eartips · extension · splitter · DAC · amp · hook
Actively suppressing ambient audio
- sealAuthentication stamp or mark
- soundproofingPreventing noise transmission
- closed-backEnclosed ear cup design
- ambientOf the surroundings
Japanese electronics and entertainment corporation
- BoseAudio equipment manufacturer
- SennheiserGerman audio equipment maker
- BeatsCelebrity-founded audio company
- Audio-TechnicaJapanese sound equipment company
Bluetooth
Short-range wireless protocol
charging · pairing · connectivity · range · signal · earbuds · NFC · hands-free · portable · receiver
cushion
Stuffed fabric for comfort
- paddedFilled with soft material
- over-earEncircling the entire ear
- ergonomicDesigned for bodily efficiency
lightweight · adjustable · headband · earpads · breathable · snug · leatherette · wearability · comfortable · plush
audiophile
Sound quality enthusiast
- clarityState of being understandable
- losslessRetaining all original information
- bitrateData transfer speed
crisp · detail · dynamics · resolution · sampling · transparency · accuracy · precision · balance · pure
stereo
Two-channel audio system
equalizer · frequency · decibels · acoustics · soundwave · amplify · loudness · pitch · resonance · monaural
gaming
Interactive electronic entertainment
- DJMusic mixer performer
- studioCreative professional's workspace
- monitoringOngoing observation of something
aviation · sports · workout · commute · travel · podcasting · mixing · mastering · dictation
cable
Heavy-duty woven line
- adapterDevice enabling equipment compatibility
- jackDevice for lifting vehicles
- plugSomething that blocks openings
stand · case · pouch · eartips · extension · splitter · DAC · amp · hook · hanger
noise-cancelling
Actively suppressing ambient audio
- sealAuthentication stamp or mark
- soundproofingPreventing noise transmission
- closed-backEnclosed ear cup design
ambient · earcup · attenuation · blocking · immersion · focus · quiet
Sony
Japanese electronics and entertainment corporation
- BoseAudio equipment manufacturer
- SennheiserGerman audio equipment maker
- BeatsCelebrity-founded audio company
- audiosound, audio track, volume control, sound recording, noise
- entertainmentmovie, movies, films, band, television
- productsappliances, automobiles, cars, clothing, computers
- purchasesbook, clothing, groceries, food, shoes
- soundssound, beeps, listen, sounds, hear
- audio equipmentspeakers, amplifier, amplifiers, subwoofer, subwoofers
headphonesspeakers
Audio output devices
loudspeakers · PA system · public address system · sound system · subwoofer
headphonesmicrophone
Audio input device
microphones · mic · lavalier mic · voice recorder · dictaphone
- headphone jackSocket for wired earpieces
- wireless headphonesCordless personal audio devices
- noise canceling headphonesAudio device suppressing external sounds