It is not easy to get the right headphones when there are hundreds of manufacturers and models on the market. And then there are sellers who offer low-quality goods at an inflated price, and in the end you risk wasting money. We suggest that you familiarize yourself with the various modifications and technical characteristics of the headphones in order to buy the model that is right for you.
1. Main types
Before going to the store, you must first decide for what purpose this device is needed. Someone likes to listen to music or audiobooks, others spend a lot of time playing computer games. Let's get acquainted first with the main options for execution.
On the market, we are offered 4 types of headphones:
- inserts ("droplets");
- vacuum;
- waybills;
- monitor.
Each of these modifications has its own advantages and disadvantages.
1. “Droplets” are called earbuds because they are inserted into the ears and are held in place by the force of elasticity.
Benefits:
- Affordable price;
- Doesn't take up much space.
Disadvantages:
- Low frequencies are poorly transmitted;
- Poor sound insulation;
- They can fall out during active movement, since the sizes of the earbuds are the same, and the ears of all people have a different shape.
2. The silicone tips of the vacuum headphones are inserted into the ear canal. Sound insulation of such modifications is better. However, with frequent listening to loud music, hearing problems may develop.
Benefits:
- Light weight and dimensions;
- Holds well in the ear;
- Excellent sound insulation;
- Are inexpensive;
- Reproduce bass very well.
Disadvantages:
- Very tiring of hearing;
- Periodically you need to cleanse earwax;
- May be uncomfortable
- Prevent air from entering the ears;
- They reproduce poorly high frequencies.
3. For overhead devices, the emitters are located in bowls that cover the ear, but do not completely enclose it. They are securely fixed with a headband. With a good volume, such a device is not able to provide complete sound absorption in crowded places.
Advantages:
- Do not cause discomfort;
- Reproduce high and low sounds well;
Disadvantages:
- Are more expensive than the above accessories;
- Poor sound insulation in busy places;
- Can only be worn without a headgear.
4. Monitor headphones. Their design allows you to completely hide your ears, providing the best sound absorption. They are divided into 3 types: open, semi-open and closed, providing perfect sound insulation. Thanks to the holes in the bowls, sound can escape and be perceived more naturally.
Advantages:
- Perfect sound insulation;
- Sits comfortably on the head.
Disadvantages:
- Large dimensions and weight;
- Such a device can only be used indoors;
- An impressive price.
