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Bose AE2 Around-Ear Audio Headphones

  • Price: $149.95
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  • Offer ends JUN 23 '12
  • You Pay: $134.95
  • B&H # BOAE2
  • Mfr# 329532-0020

Product Highlights

  • Fold-Flat Design
  • High-Quality Audio
  • TriPort Acoustic Structure
  • Adjustable, Padded Headband
  • Thick Around-Ear Cushions
  • Single-Sided Detachable Cable
  • Standard 3.5mm Plug
  • Carrying Bag Included

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The Bose AE2 Around-Ear Audio Headphones offer outstanding audio quality in an extremely lightweight, comfortable design. Whether listening to your home stereo system, video game system, or portable music player, the Bose AE2 headphones put you into the sonic experience.

Acoustic equalization techniques and proprietary TriPort headphone structure deliver all the nuances that headphones often miss, with smooth natural sound and deep lows without using artificial bass boosters.

The cushioned, around-ear design along with the thin, adjustable headband and lightweight construction allow you to listen for hours while barely noticing your headphones. When you do notice them, you'll take pride in the sleek, stylish design. Because they sit over the ears, the headphones provide a high degree of natural sound isolation, helping to block out unwanted ambient noise.

The single-sided cable resists tangles and is detachable for easy replacement and storage. The standard 3.5mm plug offers wide compatibility with MP3 players, CD players, laptops, and more. The fold-flat design and included carrying bag offer further flexibility as well as easy storage and transportation so you can bring your Bose experience anywhere.

TriPort Acoustic Headphone Structure
Small ports in each earcup provide deep lows and a rich audio experience from compact headphones.
Acoustic Equalization
Fine-tuning of frequency response provides rich, clear sound.
Advanced, Durable Design
The advanced design provides a stylish look, while top-quality materials provide lasting durability in a lightweight package weighing in at under 5 ounces.
Padded, Adjustable Headband
The adjustable headband allows approximately 3" of length adjustment and has comfortable padding that distributes weight evenly across the top of your head.
Around-Ear Cushions
The ergonomic cushioned earcups provide lasting comfort and block out unwanted environmental noise.
Single-Sided Cable
The single-sided cable resists tangles and is detachable for easy replacement.
Carrying Bag
The fold-flat design and included carrying bag provide convenient storage and transportation.

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Type Around-Ear
Connectors 3.5mm Stereo Mini Plug
Dimensions Headphones: 7.5 x 6 x 1.5" (191 x 152 x 38mm) (HxWxD)
Cushions: 3.8 x 2.9" (96 x 74mm) (HxW)
Weight 4.9 oz (140g) (With Cable)

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BoseAE2 Around-Ear Audio Headphones
 
4.7

(based on 25 reviews)

Ratings Distribution

  • 5 Stars

     

    (18)

  • 4 Stars

     

    (6)

  • 3 Stars

     

    (1)

  • 2 Stars

     

    (0)

  • 1 Stars

     

    (0)

100%

of respondents would recommend this to a friend.

Pros

  • Comfortable (24)
  • Great sound (21)
  • Lightweight (21)
  • Good value (13)
  • Compact (12)

Cons

    Best Uses

    • Portable devices (19)
    • Music (17)
    • Relaxing (16)
    • Travel (15)
    • Home audio (13)
      • Primary use:
      • Personal (13), Business (3)
      • Reviewer Profile:
      • Traveler (10), Audiophile (7), School (4)
      • Primary Use:
      • Listening to ipod (8)
      • Was this a gift?:
      • No (20), Yes (5)

    Most Liked Positive Review

     

    Excellent for hard of hearing

    I purchased two AE2 headphones, one for myself and and another for my brother who are both hard of hearing to use with bluetooth wireless headsets for watching tv and listening to internet radio.<...Read complete review

    I purchased two AE2 headphones, one for myself and and another for my brother who are both hard of hearing to use with bluetooth wireless headsets for watching tv and listening to internet radio.

    Although some may indicate the limited bass sounds is a negative, for the hard of hearing this along with good mid and high ranges is ideal creating excellent clarity and sound separation.

    The headphones are very comfortable and well built.

    VS

    Most Liked Negative Review

     

    Good quality but ....

    Wanted the headphones to watch DVDs on long plane trips. Thought that Bose would reduce the background/plane noise we hear with our existing headphones. While the quality of the sound from the Bose ...Read complete review

    Wanted the headphones to watch DVDs on long plane trips. Thought that Bose would reduce the background/plane noise we hear with our existing headphones. While the quality of the sound from the Bose headphones is good it did not block out any more background noise than the ones we already have. We are returning these for a Bose upgrade.

    Reviewed by 25 customers

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    5.0

    great sound

    By Rit09

    from France

    Verified Buyer

    Pros

    • Comfortable
    • Compact
    • Durable
    • Good Bass
    • Good Value
    • Great Sound
    • Lightweight
    • Stylish

    Cons

      Best Uses

      • Music
      • Relaxing
      • Traveling

      Comments about Bose AE2 Around-Ear Audio Headphones:

      Comfortable and great sound

      • Primary Use:
      • Listening to iPod
      • Was this a gift?:
      • Yes

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      5.0

      I'd buy this product again and again

      By Bruna

      from New York

      About Me Frequent Traveler

      Verified Buyer

      Pros

      • Comfortable
      • Good Bass
      • Good Value
      • Great Sound
      • Lightweight

      Cons

        Best Uses

        • Music
        • Portable Devices
        • Relaxing
        • Traveling
        • With My Computer
        • Working

        Comments about Bose AE2 Around-Ear Audio Headphones:

        Worth every penny

        • Primary Use:
        • Listening to iPod
        • Was this a gift?:
        • No

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        5.0

        XLNT headphones

        By Otter

        from So. Cal.

        About Me Audiophile

        Verified Buyer

        Pros

        • Comfortable
        • Durable
        • Good Value
        • Great Sound
        • Lightweight

        Cons

          Best Uses

          • Music
          • Portable Devices
          • Traveling
          • With My Computer
          • Working

          Comments about Bose AE2 Around-Ear Audio Headphones:

          Very lightweight and the cupping keeps the outside noise down without pressure around the ear so you can wear these for a long while. I like the way the ear pieces fold so you can pack the headphones semi-flat in a bag.
          Sound quality is fabulous.

          • Primary Use:
          • Listening to iPod
          • Was this a gift?:
          • No

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          5.0

          Very comfy.

          By Greg

          from NY

          About Me Frequent Traveler

          Verified Buyer

          Pros

          • Comfortable
          • Durable
          • Great Sound

          Cons

          • None

          Best Uses

          • Music
          • Portable Devices
          • Relaxing
          • Traveling
          • With My Computer

          Comments about Bose AE2 Around-Ear Audio Headphones:

          Bought for my 4 year old. He loves it.

          • Primary Use:
          • Listening to iPod
          • Was this a gift?:
          • No

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          5.0

          The Video Production Standard

          By Rusty

          from DFW, Texas

          About Me Video Producer

          Verified Reviewer

          Pros

          • Comfortable
          • Compact
          • Durable
          • Great Sound
          • Lightweight

          Cons

            Best Uses

            • Cinematography

            Comments about Bose AE2 Around-Ear Audio Headphones:

            I own one of these for every video camera I have. This is a great cinematographers headset. Light, fully over the ears, great sound quality, comfortable for long time wear.

            • Was this a gift?:
            • No

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            5.0

            Very Good

            By Boenjo

            from Rio de Janeiro - Brazil

            About Me Audiophile, College Student, Frequent Traveler

            Verified Buyer

            Pros

            • Comfortable
            • Good Bass
            • Great Sound
            • Lightweight

            Cons

              Best Uses

              • Music
              • Portable Devices
              • Relaxing
              • Traveling
              • With My Computer

              Comments about Bose AE2 Around-Ear Audio Headphones:

              Simply the best I`ve ever had!

              • Primary Use:
              • Listening to iPod
              • Was this a gift?:
              • No

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              5.0

              They are greatway to listen to music

              By Coach D

              from New Fairfield CT

              About Me Audiophile

              Verified Buyer

              Pros

              • Comfortable

              Cons

                Best Uses

                • Home Audio
                • Music
                • Relaxing
                • Traveling
                • Working Out

                Comments about Bose AE2 Around-Ear Audio Headphones:

                Listining to music and movies

                • Primary Use:
                • Listening to iPod
                • Was this a gift?:
                • Yes

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                4.0

                Good lightweight headphone

                By Wing Tam

                from Brooklyn

                About Me Gear Head

                Verified Buyer

                Pros

                • Comfortable
                • Lightweight

                Cons

                  Best Uses

                  • Portable Devices
                  • Relaxing

                  Comments about Bose AE2 Around-Ear Audio Headphones:

                  For daily use with any mp3 player

                  • Primary Use:
                  • Listening to iPod
                  • Was this a gift?:
                  • No

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                  4.0

                  Fit your ear

                  By freddy

                  from lausanne, Switzerland

                  About Me Frequent Traveler

                  Verified Buyer

                  Pros

                  • Comfortable
                  • Great Sound

                  Cons

                    Best Uses

                    • Home Audio
                    • Music
                    • Portable Devices

                    Comments about Bose AE2 Around-Ear Audio Headphones:

                    Excellent product used in plane and without noise reduction, quality is excellent and you do not need to put a lot of volume

                    • Primary Use:
                    • Listening to iPod
                    • Was this a gift?:
                    • No

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                    (2 of 3 customers found this review helpful)

                     
                    3.0

                    Good quality but ....

                    By Plane Jane

                    from Thorofare, NJ

                    About Me Frequent Traveler

                    Verified Buyer

                    Pros

                    • Comfortable
                    • Compact
                    • Great Sound
                    • Lightweight

                    Cons

                    • Too Much Ambient Noise

                    Best Uses

                    • Home Audio
                    • Relaxing

                    Comments about Bose AE2 Around-Ear Audio Headphones:

                    Wanted the headphones to watch DVDs on long plane trips. Thought that Bose would reduce the background/plane noise we hear with our existing headphones. While the quality of the sound from the Bose headphones is good it did not block out any more background noise than the ones we already have. We are returning these for a Bose upgrade.

                    • Primary use:
                    • Personal
                    • Was this a gift?:
                    • Yes

                    Share this review

                     
                    5.0

                    Best Headphones

                    By Amy

                    from Atlanta, GA

                    About Me Audiophile, College Student, Frequent Traveler, Gear Head

                    Verified Reviewer

                    Pros

                    • Comfortable
                    • Durable
                    • Good Bass
                    • Good Value
                    • Great Sound
                    • Lightweight
                    • Stylish

                    Cons

                      Best Uses

                      • Home Audio
                      • Music
                      • Portable Devices
                      • Relaxing
                      • Traveling
                      • With My Computer
                      • Working Out

                      Comments about Bose AE2 Around-Ear Audio Headphones:

                      I have had these headphones for a few years now, and they still sound like the first day I got them. Clean and crisp sound, nice bass to the music as well. I have used these at home on the computer as well as on car trips and traveling on planes; they are wonderful. Carrying case is great to keep them nice and new looking. Highly recommend.

                      • Primary use:
                      • Personal
                      • Was this a gift?:
                      • No

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                      5.0

                      Worked Great

                      By Hacha

                      from Hurst Tx

                      About Me Frequent Traveler

                      Verified Buyer

                      Pros

                      • Great Sound
                      • Lightweight

                      Cons

                        Best Uses

                        • Portable Devices
                        • Traveling

                        Comments about Bose AE2 Around-Ear Audio Headphones:

                        In car while traveling

                        • Primary use:
                        • Personal
                        • Was this a gift?:
                        • No

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                        4.0

                        confortable!

                        By Esquivel

                        from Richmond, Ca

                        About Me College Student

                        Verified Buyer

                        Pros

                        • Comfortable
                        • Good Value
                        • Great Sound
                        • Lightweight
                        • Stylish

                        Cons

                          Best Uses

                          • Home Audio
                          • Music
                          • Portable Devices
                          • Relaxing
                          • With My Computer
                          • Working

                          Comments about Bose AE2 Around-Ear Audio Headphones:

                          You can use these for anything! I use them mostly when I'm editing a video and I either
                          A) Don't want people hearing what I'm doing
                          B) People are talking too loud and I need headphones
                          or
                          C) When I don't want to disturb others

                          Pros: Comfortable as heck! Really nice sound. Really light weight

                          • Primary use:
                          • Business
                          • Was this a gift?:
                          • No

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                          4.0

                          very good

                          By Ralph

                          from New Jersey

                          Verified Buyer

                          Pros

                          • Comfortable
                          • Compact
                          • Good Bass
                          • Good Value
                          • Great Sound

                          Cons

                            Best Uses

                            • Home Audio
                            • Music
                            • Portable Devices
                            • Relaxing
                            • With My Computer

                            Comments about Bose AE2 Around-Ear Audio Headphones:

                            Great for listening to loud music without disturbing others or being disturbed.

                            • Primary use:
                            • Personal
                            • Was this a gift?:
                            • No

                            Share this review

                            (2 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

                             
                            5.0

                            Excellent for hard of hearing

                            By Mike

                            from San Jose, CA

                            Verified Buyer

                            Pros

                            • Comfortable
                            • Compact
                            • Durable
                            • Good Value
                            • Great Sound
                            • Lightweight

                            Cons

                              Best Uses

                              • Home Audio
                              • Music
                              • Portable Devices
                              • Relaxing
                              • With My Computer

                              Comments about Bose AE2 Around-Ear Audio Headphones:

                              I purchased two AE2 headphones, one for myself and and another for my brother who are both hard of hearing to use with bluetooth wireless headsets for watching tv and listening to internet radio.

                              Although some may indicate the limited bass sounds is a negative, for the hard of hearing this along with good mid and high ranges is ideal creating excellent clarity and sound separation.

                              The headphones are very comfortable and well built.

                              • Primary use:
                              • Personal
                              • Was this a gift?:
                              • Yes

                              Share this review

                              (0 of 1 customers found this review helpful)

                               
                              4.0

                              Bose AE2 head phones

                              By Rick

                              from connecticut

                              About Me Frequent Traveler

                              Verified Buyer

                              Pros

                              • Comfortable
                              • Lightweight

                              Cons

                                Best Uses

                                • Portable Devices
                                • Working Out

                                Comments about Bose AE2 Around-Ear Audio Headphones:

                                Purchased primarily for use while working out. At first I was a bit concerned about the around ear design but found them to be extremely comfortable. They stay put while on stair master or tread mill. My first impression was that the sound did not have the robust tone as some of the other head phones I've owned. However the more I use them the more I like them including tonal quality which I would describe as smooth.

                                • Primary use:
                                • Personal
                                • Was this a gift?:
                                • No

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                                5.0

                                great headphones

                                By happy

                                from los angeles, ca

                                About Me Graphic Designer

                                Verified Buyer

                                Pros

                                • Comfortable
                                • Durable
                                • Good Value
                                • Great Sound
                                • Lightweight
                                • Stylish

                                Cons

                                  Best Uses

                                  • Home Audio
                                  • Music
                                  • Traveling
                                  • With My Computer

                                  Comments about Bose AE2 Around-Ear Audio Headphones:

                                  -really comfortable
                                  -light and not too tight, can wear for over 5/6 hours without getting a headache
                                  -sound is crisp and clear

                                  • Primary use:
                                  • Business
                                  • Was this a gift?:
                                  • No

                                  Share this review

                                  (1 of 2 customers found this review helpful)

                                   
                                  5.0

                                  Very nice headphones

                                  By Joel

                                  from Boston Massachusetts

                                  About Me College Student

                                  Verified Buyer

                                  Pros

                                  • Comfortable
                                  • Durable
                                  • Good Bass
                                  • Good Value
                                  • Great Sound
                                  • Lightweight

                                  Cons

                                    Best Uses

                                    • Home Audio
                                    • Music
                                    • Relaxing
                                    • Traveling
                                    • With My Computer

                                    Comments about Bose AE2 Around-Ear Audio Headphones:

                                    Very nice, Love the way they fit, very comfortable. Solid built, and sound fantastic. Worth every penny. Only negative I have to share about them is that you cant really fall asleep like them on... I used to just use Apple earbuds, and would fall asleep listening to music with them in, but these bose headphones are not comfortable to lay down on, if you lay down on your back and not side theyre fine however. Other than that an awesome product!

                                    • Primary use:
                                    • Personal
                                    • Was this a gift?:
                                    • No

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                                    5.0

                                    Bose is Boss!

                                    By hw

                                    from Somerset, NJ

                                    About Me Audiophile

                                    Verified Buyer

                                    Pros

                                    • Comfortable
                                    • Compact
                                    • Good Bass
                                    • Good Value
                                    • Great Sound
                                    • Lightweight
                                    • Stylish

                                    Cons

                                      Best Uses

                                      • Home Audio
                                      • Music
                                      • Portable Devices
                                      • Relaxing
                                      • Traveling
                                      • With My Computer
                                      • Working

                                      Comments about Bose AE2 Around-Ear Audio Headphones:

                                      I use these to hear the almost silent beauty in music and meaning. They are delicious!

                                      • Primary use:
                                      • Personal
                                      • Was this a gift?:
                                      • No

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                                      5.0

                                      Great Sound

                                      By Tony

                                      from San Jose CA

                                      About Me Audiophile

                                      Verified Buyer

                                      Pros

                                      • Comfortable
                                      • Compact
                                      • Great Sound
                                      • Lightweight

                                      Cons

                                      • Needs a carry case

                                      Best Uses

                                      • Music
                                      • Portable Devices
                                      • Traveling
                                      • With My Computer

                                      Comments about Bose AE2 Around-Ear Audio Headphones:

                                      great Sound

                                      • Primary use:
                                      • Personal
                                      • Was this a gift?:
                                      • No

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