Bose QuietComfort Headphones (2nd Gen)
Bose QuietComfort Headphones (2nd Gen)
Introducing the next evolution of the original noise cancelling headphones. They’re a statement piece of sound with a refreshed signature look. Legendary Bose QuietControl noise cancellation, plus Bose TrueSpatial Technology for even more immersive listening than before. The modern pill-shaped earcups and a wider super-smooth sliding headband are as stylish as they are comfortable. Updated ActiveSense Technology delivers adaptive audio to cancel out unwanted noise when in Aware Mode. While the addition of Immersive Audio creates a listening experience with a wider, fuller soundstage for both music and video.
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Refreshed design
Clearer call quality than before
QuietControl noise cancellation
Intuitive button placement
TrueSpatial Technology for immersive sound
Customize with the Bose app
Plush comfort
Up to 24 hours (18 with Immersive Audio)¹
Classic quiet. Redefined.
Welcome to the next evolution for a legend of sound. Rock the refreshed signature look. And go deeper into any musical moment with more immersive ways to listen.
sliding headband. Stand out from the crowd with styling
that fits sleek, modern trends.
ActiveSense Tech smooths spikes in sound while in Aware
Mode.
Mode adds layered, nuanced sound to video content.
background noise filtering.
Product details
What’s in the box
- Bose QuietComfort Headphones (2nd Gen)
- Carry case
- USB® (C to C) cable (39 in)
- USB-C to 3.5 mm cable
- Safety Sheet
USB charger requirement
- The power delivered by the charger must be between the wattages (W) shown in order to achieve the maximum charging speed.
- Power adaptor not included.
SPECIFICATIONS
Technical Specifications
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Headphone Fit |
Around Ear Circumaural |
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Headband |
On Head Adjustable, On Head |
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Cushions |
Removable Cushion |
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Microphones |
Six Microphones |
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Noise Cancelling |
No |
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Noise Control Type |
Active Noise Cancelling, Adjustable Noise Cancelling, Echo Reduction, Noise Cancelling |
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Audio cable included |
No |
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Case |
21.35 cm H x 15.45 cm W x 5.55 cm D (0.18 kg) |
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Entire Product System |
18.5 cm H x 23.11 cm W x 4.65 cm D (0.23 kg) |
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Product Material |
Plastic, Leather (Protein) |
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Ear Cushion Material |
Protein Leather |
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Rechargeable |
Yes |
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Battery Life |
24 hours |
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Battery Charge Time |
3 hours |
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Charging Accessory included |
Yes |
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Charging Interface(s) |
USB C PORT |
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Wireless Connectivity |
Bluetooth, Bluetooth Low Energy |
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Bluetooth Version |
5.4 |
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Bluetooth Range |
30' |
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Bose App |
Bose App |
FAQ"S
What is the difference between QuietComfort Headphones (2nd Gen) and the prior generation, QuietComfort Headphones?
QuietComfort Headphones (2nd Gen) elevate the experience of the previous generation with an all-new design and several new or improved features, including: TrueSpatial Technology for immersive sound and ActiveSense Technology for adaptive noise cancellation in Aware Mode.
Is there a option for wired listening?
Yes. The USB-C connector provides the option of wired listening, even for analogue sources. The included USB-C to USB-C cable not only charges your headphones while listening, but also allows USB audio to pass to and from your headphones. With wired audio, you can experience Lossless input up to 24 bit/48 kHz and have voice output signal up to 24 bit/16 kHz. For analogue audio sources with a 3.5 mm headphone jack, for in-flight entertainment or computer for example, there’s a 3.5 mm to USB-C cable included.
Can I listen to music with noise cancelling turned off?
Yes. Use the Bose app to disable noise cancelling while listening to your audio. Doing this will increase battery life, but you will not hear your own voice in your headphones during phone calls.
What is Cinema Mode?
Cinema Mode is a specially tuned version of Bose Immersive Audio made for screen viewing. Immersive Audio allows the listener to hear audio as if it were coming from beyond the earcups of your QuietComfort Headphones (2nd Gen), allowing for a more spacious, natural listening experience. Cinema Mode builds on this concept by spatializing the content from your video source while rendering dialogue to be centred in front where you view the screen.
What is the difference between Aware Mode and turning Active Noise Control (ANC) off?
Aware Mode, also known as “transparency,” uses the microphone arrays in your headphones to detect your surroundings and recreate them in your headphones, so you can clearly hear your environment around you without sounding like your ears are covered. When ANC is turned off, the microphone arrays are disabled and noise cancelling functionality is disabled.
Can Bose Quite Comfort Headphones (2nd Gen) be simultaneously connected to more than one device?
Yes. Bluetooth® multipoint technology allows Bose QuietComfort Headphones (2nd Gen) to maintain a connection to two devices at the same time. If your headphones have been paired to more than two devices, they will connect to the two most recently connected devices when the headphones are powered on.
How is Acoustic Noise Cancelling achieved?
Bose QuietComfort Headphones (2nd Gen) utilize both active and passive noise reduction technologies. They use a sophisticated proprietary electronics approach for active noise reduction, placing microphones both inside and outside the earcups. The electronics system senses the sound in almost any environment and then measures, compares, and reacts—instant by instant—to produce an opposing cancellation signal. Meanwhile, passive noise reduction is achieved by the combination of earcup fit, design, and clamping force of the headband.
How do I pair QuietComfort Headphones (2nd Gen) with a mobile device?
First, make sure your headphones are turned on with the slider switch in the middle “On” position. Next, slide and hold the switch to the Bluetooth icon until the Bluetooth LED flashes blue or when the voice prompt indicates the headphones have entered into pairing mode. Please note, if this is your first time connecting the headphones, they will automatically turn on in pairing mode. Voice prompts will provide you with additional guidance. We recommend using the Bose app to complete the pairing process. However, Bluetooth settings on your device can be used to complete pairing.
What is the range of QuietComfort Headphones (2nd Gen)?
Bose QuietComfort Headphones (2nd Gen) have a range of up to 30 ft (9 m) from the source device. This range may be reduced by physical obstructions, such as walls and doors, or by interference from other electronic devices. Pops or a cracking noise may be heard if there’s interference with the Bluetooth connection. If that happens, move away from wireless routers or microwaves, and bring your headphones closer to the Bluetooth device.
What is Active EQ?
Active EQ (equalization) involves electronically tuning the frequency response to closely match the proprietary Bose response curve for headphone audio. The closer the frequency response comes to matching the target curve, the more lifelike the audio performance.
Can I listen to music when the battery runs down?
Yes. You can continue to listen to your source even if the battery power is depleted. Without power, the headphones operate in a passive mode, and neither active noise cancellation nor Active EQ is able to function.
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