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QuietComfort® 15 Acoustic Noise Cancelling® headphones
- Our best headphones reduce noise across a wide range of frequencies
- Enjoy music and movies with clear and lifelike sound
- Comfortable, around-the-ear fit
- Includes cable with remote for iPhone®/iPod® control, mic for hands-free iPhone calling
- AAA battery: 35 hours average life
- Ideal for frequent flyers
They're our best headphones, period. QuietComfort 15 headphones feature exclusive Bose® advancements in noise reduction technology. You hear less noise and more of your music and movies—with quality sound and a long-lasting comfortable fit. You won't find this combination of benefits in any other headphone.
TIME® Magazine named Bose Noise Cancelling headphones one of the ALL-TIME 100 Gadgets.*
Bose technology at work
Within every pair of QC®15 headphones, advanced electronics use microphones inside and outside each earcup to sense the sounds around you—and reduce the noise. Our proprietary ear cushion technology blocks some of the noise before it even reaches your ears. Together, these Bose innovations add up to a more enjoyable listening experience. See how in this video.
Relax with music—or without it
QC15 headphones also feature proprietary signal processing and our TriPort® acoustic headphone structure for more lifelike sound—including deep low notes—from small, lightweight earcups. And when you'd rather relax without music, switch on QC headphones to simply reduce the noise around you, wherever you are.
Take calls. Take control
QC15 headphones come with a cable customized for select Apple products. A three-button remote and microphone let you take calls on your iPhone and control music functions on other Apple devices. You can also purchase a mobile kit that lets your QC headphones work with other cell phones, too.
Welcome to a better-sounding world
When you fly with QC15 headphones, engine roar fades to a whisper. When you listen at home or at work, fewer distractions get in the way of your music. And when you want to stay connected, calls are just a button-press away. QC15 headphones continue to give you more of what you want to hear, and less of what you don't.
Features
Significant noise reduction across a wider range of frequencies. Proprietary Bose innovations use microphones both inside and outside each earcup to sense and reduce the sounds around you.
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.
Interchangeable audio cables, one for general use, and one just for select Apple® products, offer greater convenience than permanently connected Y-cables.
Inline microphone allows for hands-free iPhone conversation and access to certain voice applications, such as VoiceOver and Voice Control, in other Apple products.
Inline three-button remote switches between calls and music, and controls volume, track selection and voice applications on select Apple products.
Redesigned ear cushions use new materials in a proprietary design to establish a critical acoustical seal—helping to further reduce noise while providing a comfortable fit.
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
7.5"H x 6"W x 1.5"D ( 19.1 cm x 15.2 cm x 3.8 cm )
Ear cushion outside dimensions
3.8"H x 2.9"W ( 9.6 cm x 7.4 cm )
Weight with cables
4.9 oz (140 g)
FAQs
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Are QuietComfort® 15 headphones noise cancelling?
Yes. Proprietary Bose Acoustic Noise Cancelling® headphone technology electronically identifies and dramatically reduces noise—while preserving the audio or tranquility you desire.
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How has the noise reduction technology been improved?
QuietComfort® 15 headphones reduce significantly more noise than previous models. Advanced electronics now use microphones both inside and outside each earcup to sense and reduce more of the sounds around you, across a wider range of frequencies. QC®15 headphones also feature improvements to our ear cushion technology, further reducing unwanted noise.
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Do QC15 headphones use batteries?
Yes. QC15 headphones run on a single AAA battery, included in the box. You can expect an average of 35 hours of use per battery.
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Why are there two cables included with QC15 headphones?
These interchangeable cables enhance the versatility of QC15 headphones. The cable with inline microphone and remote enables calling and audio control with select Apple® products. The standard cable is for listening only and works with iPhone® and most other mobile phones, in-flight entertainment systems, MP3 and CD players—any device with a 3.5 mm headphone jack.
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What does the inline remote control do?
The inline remote controls audio and calling functions on select Apple® products. You can adjust volume, play/pause, skip forward/back, fast forward/rewind and change playlists. You can also answer/end phone calls and switch between calls on your iPhone. The microphone provides hands-free conversation and accesses certain voice applications, such as VoiceOver or Voice Control, where available.
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Are these headphones wireless?
Not in the conventional sense. The included audio 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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