However, a few reviews at Amazon.com indicate the headphones' durability is disappointing for the price, with problems ranging from headphone transducer failures to worn-out leather padding.

Superior noise cancellation; Comfortable fit; High-quality build and design; Good sound quality for their type

Needs battery power to operate; Ear cups can get hot

Consumer testers said Bose's QC15 headphones are comfortable to wear, even for a long stretch

Great sound quality; Consumer testers found them very comfortable to wear; Consumer testers said the headphones stayed in place during use; Adjustable; Durable; Repels water well; Comes with a carrying case and airline adapter plug

Large profile means they'll take up a lot of space in your bag; Expensive

This is an article I never thought I'd write. I sold hi-fi (well, Circuit City's version of "hi-fi") within sight of The Mountain. I developed early an audiophile's distain for the four-letter marketing juggernaut.

The QuietComfort 15 are Bose's top-of-the-line noise cancelling headphones.

Fantastic noise reduction; great sound; very comfortable.

Bulky; Pricey; Requires a AAA battery at all times

Lightweight enough for hours of listening on an aircraft with no distracting aircraft noise.

Comfortable; Good Noise Reduction; Great Sound; Lightweight

Cord could be sturdier

Nothing beats Bose QC 15 as far as notice cancellation is concerned. Pricey, yes, but those who want the ultimate, should get it.

We have the smaller system with single speakers (5) and a single CD player. Although the larger system was @ $1000 more, we would consider the additional investment if making the purchase today.

Sound quality is great

No audio adjustments (base/treble) on systems

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Noise cancellation

Can't listen without noise canceling

The Bose QuietComfort 15 is an expensive set of full size headphones. It has exceptional noise cancellation feature but don't expect great audio quality out of these cans.

If you want to shut yourself away from other folks' background hubbub, you'll struggle to do better than this. And, yes, that includes the Dr Dre Monster Beats , our previous favourites.