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QuietComfort® 3 Acoustic Noise Cancelling® headphones
- High-performing noise reduction headphones for travel, work and home
- Enjoy your music and movies even more, with clear and lifelike sound
- Comfortable and lightweight on-ear fit
- Rechargeable lithium-ion battery and charger included
- Fold-flat earcups for easy storage in slim carrying case
For those who prefer a compact on-ear design and a rechargeable battery, QuietComfort 3 headphones offer a proven combination of Bose® noise reduction, audio performance and comfortable fit.
Proprietary Bose technologies deliver quality sound from these award-winning headphones―making listening a pleasure just about anywhere. Leave the noise behind and get the most from your music.
Hear the difference for yourself
Wear QC®3 headphones when you fly, and you'll notice a dramatic reduction in engine noise the moment you turn them on. For quality audio, simply plug the cable into your portable player or the inflight entertainment system.
Use QC3 headphones at home or at work and distractions fade softly into the background. An optional communications kit lets you use QC3 headphones with many popular mobile phones, too.
No headphones will eliminate all noise. But the Bose technologies in QuietComfort 3 headphones work together to make almost any listening experience more rewarding.
Proven performance
QC3 headphones feature Bose Acoustic Noise Cancelling technology that electronically identifies, then dramatically reduces the noise around you, while preserving the audio or tranquility you desire. Proprietary signal processing and audio reproduction technology also provide lifelike audio across the full range of sound—including deep low tones—from relatively small and lightweight headphones.
With ambient noise reduced, the high quality sound these headphones provide becomes even more apparent. You may hear nuances in your favorite tracks that you've never noticed before. And the soft-cushioned, easy-on-the-ears fit lets you listen comfortably for hours.
Fine traveling companions
QC3 headphones come with a rechargeable lithium-ion battery and convenient wall charger. You can expect 25 hours of use from a fully charged battery, with a lifespan of approximately 500 charging cycles. An airline adapter plug and protective carrying case are also included. Earcups fold flat for easy storage in the slim case.
Features
Acoustic Noise Cancelling® headphone technology, a proprietary Bose innovation, electronically identifies and reduces noise while faithfully preserving the audio or tranquility you desire.
Compact on-ear design with proprietary soft cushions that establish a critical acoustical seal―helping to further reduce noise while providing a comfortable fit.
TriPort® acoustic headphone structure, another Bose exclusive, features tiny vents in the earcups to enable a tonally-balanced audio performance―including reproduction of deep, low notes―from relatively small and lightweight headphones.
Active equalization electronically tunes the headphones' frequency response, enabling outstanding audio performance.
Rechargeable lithium-ion battery provides an average of 25 hours of reliable use per charge. Small wall-socket charger also included.
Single, detachable audio cable offers greater convenience than standard Y-cables.
Fold-flat earcups rotate 90 degrees for easy storage and portability in the included case.
Slim carrying case helps protect headphones and accessories during travel.
Included items
Dimensions
Overall headphone dimensions
7.38"H x 5.25"W ( 19 cm x 13.5 cm )
Ear cushion outside dimensions
2.88"H x 2.25"W ( 7.5 cm x 6 cm )
Weight with cable
5.6 oz (159 g)
Battery output power 3.7VDC, 200mAh
Battery life Approximately 25 hours per charge; 500 charging cycles
FAQs
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Are QuietComfort 3 headphones noise cancelling?
Yes. Proprietary Acoustic Noise Cancelling headphone technology electronically identifies and dramatically reduces noise—while preserving the audio or tranquility you desire.
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Do QC®3 headphones use batteries?
Yes. QC3 headphones come with a rechargeable lithium-ion battery and charger. You can expect an average of 25 hours of use per charge.
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Will these headphones work with my MP3 player?
Yes. The QC3 audio cable fits directly into most MP3 players, including Apple® iPhone™ and most iPod® models.
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Will they work with my mobile phone?
It's likely, yes. The optional QC3 mobile communications kit lets you use these headphones with a wide variety of popular mobile phones. View compatible mobile phones »
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Are these headphones wireless?
Not in the conventional sense. The included cable must be used to hear audio from portable media players, home stereos, laptops and the like. If you simply want to use the headphones to reduce background noise, however, no audio cable is needed.
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Do the headphones need to be turned on to listen to an audio source?
Yes. Turning on the power switch lets you hear your audio source and enjoy the added benefits of reduced background noise.
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Owner's information
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