What is Active noise cancellation?

Active noise cancellation works on a noise cancellation system that reduces unwanted background sound. It uses a microphone and speakers to reduce background and surrounding noises. This type is mostly been used in over-ear Headphones. Due to advances in technology, it can be used in wireless in-ear earphones.

Active noise cancellation can be processed through three different feedback systems. In the case of the microphone placed on the outside of the earphone is a forward feed ANC system and on the inside of the earphone is a back feed ANC system whereas a hybrid ANC system is a combination of a feed-forward and a feed-back ANC system.

Do you really need Active noise cancellation?

If you wish to protect your ears from the background noises and increase more concentration on what you are listening then Active noise cancellation Headphones are totally worth the investment. Anyone with sensory or auditory disorders can use this technology.

Can ANC damage your ears?

Though they are designed to protect your ears from external loud noise. So it indirectly protects your ears so ANC cannot damage your ears.

Does noise cancellation drain the battery?

It is true that noise-cancelling Headphones use 20 to 30 per cent more power in a noisy environment. So it is better to choose ANC Headphones that have a naturally long battery life.