I need them because sometimes words are garbled. And I don't want to make noise after 6 pm. There is no noise to block, so that wont be an issue. They will plug into my black box with dials on the front that runs the speakers, Receiver is perhaps what it is called. Onkyo?
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It’s kinda like saying “How can I make this problem worse?” because head phones are bad for your hearing. First, does your TV/Cable box have a plug for headphones. Do you always run the TV through the receiver?
I purchased wireless headphones for this purpose. Sennheiser RS120 On-Ear 926MHz Wireless RF Headphones with Charging Cradle. They were $70 a few years ago. Now I see they are around $90. Volume control on headset.
Being hearing impaired I usually use headphones so the neighbors don’t complain when I turn up the volume.
My preference is for noise canceling headphones and have had a pair from Sony for many years. I (heart) them!
On the computer; plugging in the headphones mutes the speakers,a good thing.
I use them all the time with the computer; my new aids are Bluetooth to work with the TV / stereo.
I like the Panasonic RP-HT227. Twelve bucks at Amazon. They’re light, have a fairly long cord with an in-line volume control, and come with the 1/8” to 1/4” converter you’ll need for the headphone output on that amp.
Most headphones have cords that are in the 8 to 9 foot range, so you may also need a headphone extension cable, 5 to 10 bucks. As far as the volume control issue goes, most headphone jacks go through the amp’s volume control, so you could probably also use the receiver’s remote if that would be more convenient.
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Dont get anything that requires you to be in front of a receiver. They use the same tech as a TV remote and always seem to lose the signal when you have to move around.
I use a pair of JVC HA-W100RF 900mHz wireless headphones. Really comfortable padding in the ears, and they get good sound even when I run to another floor. They use 2 AA batteries that seem to last a long while. Rechargeable ones work even better.
If you are like me and forget to turn them off, Sony makes models that only activate when you physically put them on your head.
Bookmark to read all the information coming on this thread. I don’t watch TV but I have a collection of DVD movies and documentaries I’ve yet to see, and my hearing, too, isn’t so great for this purpose.
I don’t use any for tv, but for my computer I use these:
Has a long cord, and the volume control is on the cord, about a foot down from the headset, with a little clip so you can clip it to your shirt or lapel. It also has a microphone, which you won’t need, but the mic retracts into the headset so it won’t be in the way. Pretty comfortable and adjustable.
Ping for later. I also have trouble with dialog sometimes. I have a pair of old Sony headphones, but the pads are worn out. I’m not a big fan of Sony these days. I have two broken CD changers from them that should have lasted longer.
I don’t know how you access netflix, but the new Roku 3 has a built in headphone jack and volume control right on the remote.
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I like my Beats Solo HD headphones. But I got them from from a friend in the retail business. I don't think I would pay $200 for headphones. I'd look for a pair in the $40 range that sounds good.
Another thing you may want to consider is getting earphones that completely cover your ears, it can get painful after awhile if they don’t cover entirely.
I recently bought Sennheiser HD 201, very comfortable, cover the ears, and noise canceling, got them at Amazon for around thirty five dollars, I use them on my computer, but cord is really too long for a computer.
I just got a set of Sony wireless headphones. The sending unit plugs into the TV. The headset is rechargeable. Works great and allows movement through the house while listening. $89 at Amazon, $69 at Costco.
They are wireless, VERY comfortable with volume control on headset. Easy to place back on the transmitter unit where they recharge. Mine will go 4-5 days without needing recharging.
Sennheiser makes an RS-140 model which I suppose are a bit better.
If you want true in ear surround sound, Pioneer makes a quality product that does that, but they are very expensive.
. I recommend not getting headphones with a wire. After you become accustomed to wearing them, you are bound to head for the fridge and forget you are connected. That's never good.
For reasons similar to yours, I bought a set at Walmart a few years ago for about $20. They are Logitech. Very light weight, so no ‘pressure’ or discomfort while wearing them. They also have an in-line volume control. They do have the microphone, too, but I really don’t need that.
I especially wanted to in-line volume controller so I could raise and lower the volume at the headphone, not at the TV.