Are you the kind of athlete who has to jam out to music on game day? If your answer is yes then you probably know that getting in the zone right before games or when you're lifting is one of the best feelings in sports. In this article, we will discuss 4 noise canceling headphones that will enhance your experience of listening to music and getting in the zone.

Bose QuietComfort® 45 headphones

The Bose QuietComfort 45 headphones are a new rendition in Bose's line of noise canceling headphones. They released on September 23, 2021 and have been a big hit since. Perhaps the biggest feature of these headphones is Bose's Aware mode which allows users to listen to their music while simultaneously being able to hear their surroundings. The headphones also feature TriPort architecture which cups the headphones around your ear making it seem as if there is more depth and volume, but without changing the size of the headphone itself. The QuietComfort 45 also features top notch voice recognition technology that filters out any surrounding sounds and hones in on your voice when you talk. In addition, you can add two bluetooth devices both at once to your headphones and switch between them.  All in all, the QuietComfort is a premium and dependable option for noise canceling headphones that is top tier in every technological category.

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Bose QuietComfort® Earbuds

Bose QuietComfort earbuds are an alternative to the headphones for athletes that are looking for a sleeker and less bulky music experience. The earbuds employ the same technology as Bose's headphones just in a more compact design. These earbuds are perfect for athletes that listen to music while actually playing their sport or doing high intensity cardio and workouts. They allow for more mobility, while also providing similar noise canceling technology to the other headphones on this list. If you are looking for a model that you can use on a team bus and on the field before a game, the Bose QuietComfort Earbuds, might be the model for you.

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BEATS STUDIO3 WIRELESS

Beats by Dre products are notorious for being flashy and stylish as they come in a variety of colors and feature a sleek design. Professional athletes often show up in ads using the Beats Studio3 Wireless, which appeals to the casual user, but not many actually look into the design and specs of the headphones themselves. In addition to flash colorways Beats features top-tier noise-canceling audio, superior comfort with premium materials, and long lasting battery life. All in all, Beats may not be the most technologically-advanced product on the market, but their aesthetic appeal and high popularity make them worthy of a purchase if you want to show up to a game in style.

Sony WH-1000XM4

Perhaps the most technologically advanced model on the market is Sony's WH-1000XM4. The headphones feature dual sensor noise technology and a built in HD noise-canceling processor that processes sounds from the environment into an algorithm in real time and adjusts to a variety of ambient sounds as the user travels and moves around. The technology of this model is unmatched, however, the design of the model is not the most durable or premium. Sony's model is the perfect model for those who are constantly moving and traveling, but if you are looking for durability and premium materials that can withstand wear and tear, these headphones might not be for you.

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* Originally published on October 5, 2022, by Dylan Tehada