The use of Stereo headphones for better sound

Dec 30
09:10

2011

JonesMark

JonesMark

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There are two forms of recorded sound, mono and stereo. With a mono recording there is only one microphone and one channel. In case there is the need for sound from many directions there is a microphone for each and then at some point the sound is routed through a single channel.

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Sound in the movies,The use of Stereo headphones for better sound Articles music, video games and other instances of the entertainment industry are all recorded in stereo sound which is recorded in two or more channels and to get the full benefit of this type of recording stereo headphones should be used. Stereo headphones bring two different sounds to the two ears. When listening to stereo recording the stereo headphones should be used with both ears. If it is used to cover only one ear the benefit of stereo sound will not be heard.

Stereo headphones could be used to listen to music on the CD, or watch movies on the computer, TV or home theatre system.  Whilst these may be fixed equipment stereo headphones could also be used with portable devices like an MP3 player. Normally headphones for mobile phones are not in stereo but getting stereo headsets will be useful since now the mobile phones are equipped with the latest devices of sound and all use the stereo method of production. There are stereo headphones that are also wireless by using the Bluetooth method of connectivity or maybe FM technology.

The choice of stereo headphones will rest with the ultimate user. Should they require the stereo headphones to lock out outside sounds then the choice should be the circa maural headphones. This type covers the ears fully keeping out unnecessary sound.

The supra aural stereo headphones do not cover the ears completely but rests on the ear. This allows outside sounds to enter the ear.

There are headphones that are also designed to fit the outer ear only. These headphones do not have a headband and they are classified under earphones or earbuds.

Headphones are a useful device in that when it is used to listen to music or watch a film they could do so in a crowded room without disturbing anyone or being disturbed.

When considering the purchase of stereo headphones there are factors to consider. Stereo headphones are expensive but they are available in a range of prices and maybe one could find one that would suit them. Once that is determined it is best to take one’s favourite CD down to the store and using it check the models available in the desired price range. Push the headphones to the maximum to see if the distinct treble and bass sounds are heard at the desired volume. So an investment in stereo headphones is bound to give much listening pleasure.