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Do Sony's $200 NC200D noise-canceling headphones beat Bose (review)?

If you're considering Sony's MRD-NC200D noise-canceling headphones, the first thing you'd probably ask me is whether they're better than the Bose QuietComfort 15 or Bose QuietComfort 3 models.

The short answer is no. I found the Bose headphones slightly more comfortable to wear, and they effectively block out more noise than the Sony headphones. On top of that, I'm more partial to Bose's sound.

That said, there's a lot to like here. Excellent design, flavorful sound, and the NC200Ds cost $100 less than the Bose QuietComfort 15s. At $200, they're not cheap, … Read more

MP3 Insider 174: Nobody's Home, Happy Holidays!

Tune in this week if you want to hear Donald and Jasmine talk about pretty much nothing. Also, Donald huffs bourbon throughout, Jasmine rants about Lady Gaga headphones, and both try to insert a little bit of news before the holiday break. But mostly, it's nothing. Be sure to check out CNET the week of January 4 for all the CES goodness, including a live podcast broadcast at 3PM on Friday, January 8.

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