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Philips SHN9500 Active Noise Canceling Headphone | 
 enlarge | Brand: Philips
Category: CE
List Price: $159.99
Buy New: $53.99
You Save: $106.00 (66%)
New (26) Used (1) from $46.99
Rating:  46 reviews
Color: BLACK
Media: Electronics
Autographed: No
Memorabilia: No
Batteries: 1
Batteries Included: No
Shipping Weight (lbs): 4
Dimensions (in): 9.1 x 4.9 x 10.4
Legal Disclaimer: Warranty does not cover misuse of product.
MPN: SHN9500/37
Model: SHN9500/37
UPC: 026616028818
EAN: 0026616028818
ASIN: B000G35S08
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
Shipping: Expedited shipping available
Condition: these are brand new never been used or open. great deal and fast ship!
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| Features:
| • | Neodymium magnet produces a strong magnetic field for greater bass response and higher overall sound quality | | • | Optimal fit in all ears with super soft rubber caps | | • | Asymmetric cabling system that keeps the 1.2 meter cable tangle free | | • | 24k Gold plated plug gives a more reliable connection for better quality audio | | • | Flexi Grip design protects the cable connection from damage due to repeated bending |
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Product Description
Block out irritating background noise and enjoy your music in peace - with these premium range SHN9500 headphones that actively cancel background noise by as much as 85%. Ideal for use in airplanes and trains.
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| Customer Reviews: Read 41 more reviews...
 Excellence in Noise Canceling Headphones August 11, 2008
The Philips SHN9500 Active Noise Canceling Headphones is an excellent piece of gear that delivers what it advertises- a noise reduction device at an incredible price. Not only that but the music range is excellent too with the lows sounding like lows and the highs like highs as you'd expect from wall speakers. The quality and finish of the headphones is without equal and the ear cushions are very comfortable. This makes them a wonder addition to the entertainment center when no one wants to hear your favorite music. I highly recommend them for anyone who is thinking about noise canceling headphones on a budget as I've found them to be superior to the Bose.
 Got my money back August 7, 2008
I have never had experience with noise canceling headphones before. After all the wonderful reviews about this product, I decided to try it. It was okay at canceling the noise out but as soon as I plugged my DVR or my i-Pod in, static city! All I heard was static! What poor quality! Who wants to listen to static during their traveling. I am personally trying to cut out all that noise. I would give this a zero rating and I got my money back withing 2 hours!
Worth the price July 14, 2008
I have never used noise canceling headphone before so i am only biased against regular headphones. I would say these are better than any other set I have owned. the over the ear fit is nice, although they seem a little tight. The padding for the top of the head is really nice. The cord is detachable, which is nice if you want a longer one you can buy your own.
As for the noise canceling function. if your not actually listening to anything, you can hear it. For me it kinda sounds like a pulsing hum. I sit 4 feet away from a wall mounted air conditioning unit. Even with it turned on, i can still hear the AC unit in the background, just not as much. These only reduce the noise by 85%.
even though these are not perfect, they are still better than any pair on normal headphone i have had. They are definitely worth the price.
Moderate Battery Life, Moderate Noise Cancellation June 22, 2008
2 out of 2 found this review helpful
I recently bought these headphones and made a round trip between Atlanta and Las Vegas on a noisy aircraft. As other reviewers have said, the noise cancellation is not perfect. It made a big difference on bass frequencies in the music, which is good because I was listening to new recordings of a jazz trio where I play the string bass. Without the noise cancellation, the bass was hard to pick out. With noise cancellation on, the bass was clear. But, I could still hear some airplane hum and it had little or no effect on the guy snoring behind me. I also didn't need to push the "mute" button to hear conversation.
The life from the battery that came with the headphones was poor. I used the headphones for about seven hours before the battery began to fade. The headphones begin to sound scratchy when the battery goes, and the scratchiness was distracting for the music I was listening to.
When I got home I measured the amount of current the headphones draw from the battery. They draw about 45mA on average. That means that a standard AAA alkaline battery, which is 1000mAh, should last 22 hours. So I am guessing that the battery they included was either old or had a smaller capacity. Alternatively, in loud environments the headphones might draw more current. I am flying to Japan tomorrow and will see if a Duracell 1175mAh battery lasts significantly longer.
Otherwise, they are very comfortable and nicely designed. The round carrying case is small enough to slip into my briefcase next to my computer.
UPDATE: I just returned from Japan, and the Duracell AAA has far outlasted the one that came with the headphones. I used the headphones for 12 hours outbound and 10 hours inbound (for a total of 22 hours, coincidentally) and the Duracell battery is still doing fine.
 Not so good deal after all - pretty disapointing June 19, 2008
I was looking for a less expensive alternative to the BOSE noise canceling headsets and purchased recently the SHN9500 for a good price (20% instant rebate). I work with computers and the monotone noise of servers in the server room as well as the accumulation of computers on my desktop result in an increase of stress level over time. First I tested the Phillips at home, but I was not very satisfied. I was standing close to my ceiling fan but still could hear it pretty loud. I thought I'll give it a try at work and used it in the server room and my office. In the server room, it just lowered the noise level, but after I tested ear plugs I figured they cancel even more (and much cheaper). I tested them in my office where I have 2 desktops on my desk and one laptop. The noise of the fans and hard drives is already fairly quiet without the headset so I gave it a try and tested the headset. Again I was not very satisfied.
The craftsmanship of the headset otherwise is great, it fits well on the head, is not to heavy and the looks are also nice. I did not test the sound quality though because for me the noise canceling is the main issue but I have to say the included cable is not very long. I tested once the BOSE Q3 of a friend of mine and it was dead silent (in my living room with running ceiling fans). I guess I'll return my SHN9500 and go directly for the real deal.
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