--- title: Bose QuietComfort 15 (QC15) Acoustic Noise Cancelling Headphones date: 2014-01-24 09:29:27 modified: 2021-01-10 19:39:15 permalink: https://lesterchan.net/blog/2014/01/24/bose-quietcomfort-15-qc15-acoustic-noise-cancelling-headphones/ author: Lester Chan categories: - "Earphone, Headphone & Speaker" tags: - around-ear - Bose - headphones - noise cancelling - QC15 - QuietComfort --- I always wanted to get the [Bose QuietComfort 15 Acoustic Noise Cancelling Headphones](http://www.bose.com/controller?url=/shop_online/headphones/noise_cancelling_headphones/quietcomfort_15/index.jsp) also known as Bose QC15 in short because it is one of the best noise cancelling headphones in the market. It is good specially when you travel a lot! Be it via plane or by bus, the QC15 will be able to cancel out some noises produce from the vehicle’s engines. I also heard from my colleagues that it is a life saver in the plane when you have a crying child on board. I did not get the Bose QC15 in Singapore because it is way overpriced. The official retail price is [S$479](http://store.apple.com/sg/product/HD717ZM/A/bose-quietcomfort-15i-acoustic-noise-cancelling-headphones-limited-edition). I got mine from the [Apple Store in Georgetown (Washington, D.C.)](http://www.apple.com/retail/georgetown/) for US$269.96 and after a 5.75% tax, it adds up to **US$285.48 (S$361)** which is S$118 cheaper than in Singapore. I chose the slate/brown color since it is limited edition. Besides the added noise cancelling functionality, in terms of sound quality, I can’t tell the difference between this and my [Bose AE2i Audio Headphones](https://lesterchan.net/blog/2013/08/19/bose-ae2i-audio-headphones/). Maybe for the QC15, the bass is just a little stronger. The [Audio-Technica ATH-M50 Headphones](https://lesterchan.net/blog/2013/12/30/audio-technica-ath-m50-headphones/) still wins in terms of sound quality at one-third of the Bose QC15’s price. When it comes to comfort, the Bose QC15 and AE2i beats Audio-Technica ATH-M50 hands down. Between the QC15 and the AEI2, both are as comfortable despite the QC15 being slightly heavier. I have no problem wearing it at work for a few hours straight. **Features** - Advanced noise reduction across a wide range of frequencies; ideal for home, work or travel - Lifelike sound that reveals even the most subtle nuances of your music - Comfortable fit with soft, around-ear cushions - Includes two audio cables, one with mic/remote for iPhone/iPod control and hands-free iPhone calling - 35 hours of use on average from AAA battery **Box Contents** - 1x QuietComfort 15 Headphones - 1x 5.5 ft (168cm) QC15 Inline Remote and Microphone Cable - 1x 5.5 ft (168cm) Audio Cable - 1x Airline Adapter - 1x AAA Battery - 1x Carrying Case [![Bose QC15 - Box Front](https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7455/11871243655_2200603006_c.jpg "Bose QC15 - Box Front")](https://farm8.staticflickr.com/7455/11871243655_61b68bd59e_o.jpg "Bose QC15 - Box Front")[![Bose QC15 - Box Back](https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2862/11871248915_3aafb661ca_c.jpg "Bose QC15 - Box Back")](https://farm3.staticflickr.com/2862/11871248915_960e970c61_o.jpg "Bose QC15 - 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