Panasonic RP-HC500 Noise-Canceling Headphones by Panasonic
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Digital camera reviews of Panasonic RP-HC500 Noise-Canceling Headphones
Digital camera Review: Burst my Bubble
Summary: 1 Stars
With all the great reviews written, how could anybody have a second thought about purchasing these headphones? I took the bait and bought a pair only to receive them with a defective non-functioning left side. Whether plugged into a stereo to listen to music or for the N/C feature I was left with the right side only to do the work. Not acceptable.Digital camera Review: Buy These Headphones - You Will Not Be Dissappointed!
Summary: 5 Stars
I had an older set of Aiwa noise canceling headphones (model HP-CN5) that was just not "living up to expectations" anymore, not reducing the amount of noise on air travel when using them. I wanted to replace these with newer technology. I knew about the Bose models, but because of their HEAVY MARKETING, they were way, way, too, too expensive. Being an electrical engineer, I always do my due diligence research BEFORE buy any product. After exhausting research, I finally made my decision of purchasing the Panasonic RP-HC500. Using my forced air furnace as a "test bed", I tried the RP-HC500's with my iAUDIO X5 MP3 player (another great product, better than any iPOD player), with the intention on returning them if they did not meet my expectations. I was truly amazed as the sound deadening ability of these headphones. I then proceeded to test my old Aiwa's against these. As suspected, the Aiwa's did not even come close. As an added feature, these headphones SOUND FANTASTIC! When it comes to excellent technology - best value for the money, you simply cannot beat the Japanese consumer electronic Giants like Panasonic, no matter how much money you spend on wasted MARKETING - like Bose does. BUY THESE HEADPHONES, if you are a frequent air traveler, want to reduce the noise in your cubicle, office, or any other noisy environment. You will not be dissatisfied, enjoying the "sound chamber" quality of music these headphones produce!Digital camera Review: Buying second pair for home (other will permanently reside in my travel bag - indispensible!)
Summary: 2 Stars
EDIT: 22Mar2010: Frustrated with the headphones durability - when the battery makes good contact... There is a design flaw in that the contacts for the battery aren't springy enough, and there is no easy access to bend them at for better mechanical contact. Both units exhibit this problem now - the power fluctuates and in some cases develops feedback (a ringing sound). It's occasional, and most of the time works, but the times it's acting up are very frustrating... Changing my recommendation now - which is sad given the initial positive experience I had...and the money I forked out for these. The following is my original review:
Title speaks for itself. These are well worth it. I bought them for my last trip to India (from Seattle) and what a world of difference!! I spent a lot of the time not even listening to anything - just in my quiet sanctuary...sleeping. It doesn't totally block out the screaming kids (I swear the airlines seek screaming kids out to stock economy with to encourage us to buy business class and first class tickets), but it brings them down to a very manageable level. It does definitely block out the jet background noise, and actually makes it possible to hear and enjoy the movies (despite the terrible little screens and the interruptions of the window seat passenger going to the bathroom non-stop). Of course, these headsets come with an airline jack compatible adapter, so you don't have to wear those cheap pairs they give you with embedded earwax and hairs. Now just need the Panasonic Airline Seatback Kid-Kicking-Canceling Back Massager Unit and I'll volunteer for the flights. Ok, maybe not.
I am buying my second pair so I can enjoy music at home and work without toting a pair back and forth. My work computer bag goes with me on flights, so I'm thrilled to be auto-prepared - and never chance leaving these behind (and yes, I travel with spare AAA's - something I recommend if you travel as far as India - you'll need fresh ones for the trip home).
The second pair will also be enjoyed by the kids (and these are durable, so I'm not concerned about breakage from tweenage and teenage slight equipment carelessness - sorta). So, guitar hero can be played by them without me going nuts.
Digital camera Review: Changed my life
Summary: 5 Stars
Apparently I'm the last person on earth to find out how useful noise-canceling headphones are. These work great for lawn mowing, which was what I bought them for. However, I've used them for lots more situations and I love them. It's astonishing how much ambient noise there is that you never notice until suddenly it's gone. I love these things.
Digital camera Review: Dead on arrival
Summary: 1 Stars
Like several other reviewers, my earphones arrived with the left side dead. It seems like Panasonic should be able to fix that. I returned it to Amazon and will purchase a different brand.