10 Best Active Headphones for Hunting

Active headphones are used not only for hunting. And they are not limited to the army. For example, this option is designed specifically for builders. There is a special headboard that allows you to attach headphones to helmets of various models. The noise reduction level is lower, from 50 decibels, and the total output power is 30 decibels. These indicators do not meet the standards used in hunting. Simply put, such headphones will not block the sound of a shot, but they will easily drown out the sound of a grinder or a jackhammer.

In fact, these are construction headphones, but they can also be used in a shooting range or at a shooting range. They are able to both dampen the sound and amplify it, depending on the need. In them, you can easily hear the voices of people around you, but you will not feel discomfort from the loud sounds of a construction tool.In addition, these headphones do not create a load on the head, as they do not have a headband, but are attached directly to the helmet, or helmet, depending on the place of their use.

Active headphones are rarely compact, but we found the smallest option. Such compactness is achieved due to the soft headband made of fabric and not having a rigid body. Headphones fold and very quickly brought into working condition. Also, thanks to the soft holder, these headphones can be worn under a helmet or any other headgear, which is also very convenient, especially when hunting in the winter.

Also, the advantages include precise volume control, which is located on two sides and has independent amplifiers. If you hear worse in one ear, then here you get the opportunity to customize these headphones for yourself, and get a clear understanding of what is happening around. True, there are several drawbacks here. For example, having only two microphones on each ear. On a shooting range or in a shooting range, this is quite enough, but on a hunt, when it is important to understand not only the source of the sound, but also its exact location, difficulties can arise. The transmission effect here is stereo, and positioning occurs on only two sides.

The price range of active headphones is very wide, and it is difficult to find the perfect option in terms of price and quality. But, apparently, we succeeded. We present to your attention a popular American brand designed specifically for hunting.These are headphones that amplify the sound so much that you can even hear the rustle of grass a few hundred meters away. At the same time, even the loudest shot will be reproduced for you in a comfortable 27 decibels, and dense ear cushions will easily hold it and will not let it inside.

Someone may say that the price of 12 thousand rubles is not so low, but it should be understood that headphones with similar characteristics, especially from a famous brand, sometimes reach a cost of 20 thousand or more. Highly sensitive and high-quality electronics are installed here, and despite the rather impressive internal kit, which includes amplifiers and sound suppressors, the headphones are as compact and comfortable as possible, which is no less important when transporting and wearing for a long time.

Active headphones are used not only for hunting. Also, they are used at shooting ranges and shooting ranges. This product is designed specifically for shooting ranges, so the main focus is on noise reduction, and these headphones do their job in the best possible way. Any noise above 85 decibels is canceled out to an acceptable 27. At the same time, the ear pads are so tight that you won’t hear a real shot if you turn off the microphones, of which, however, there are only two.

For hunting, two microphones is very little, as you will not be able to clearly determine the direction of the sound source, but this is not necessary on the shooting range. Sound amplification here is also not the best, and again, from the lack of need for it. You will hear the voices of people around you, but there is no rustle of grass or leaves. But the main advantage of this model is long work without changing batteries.Headphones are able to work on two AA batteries for more than 200 hours and this is a lot.

Active hunting headphones, in addition to their main characteristics, must have a convenient form factor, since they need to be transported and carried in luggage. Before us are the most comfortable and compact headphones that fold so tightly that they practically do not take up space in a backpack. But when unfolded, these are large and high-quality headphones with excellent technical characteristics.

So, what is the most attractive thing here? First, the speed of response. Here it is only one and a half milliseconds, and this is the best indicator of all the models presented in the rating. Secondly, the level of noise reduction. No matter what the sound level is outside the ear cups, you will only hear 27 dB. This is somewhat higher than the norm, but it allows you to hear the most inconspicuous rustle of grass. It is also necessary to say a few words about the general convenience. As noted in the reviews, there is a very comfortable headband that does not cause fatigue. Adjustment buttons are located on both ears, which is also very convenient. The clamping mechanism is durable and strong, but soft, large ear cushions do not create tension and pressure on the head.

Looking for the best active headphones that amplify the sound and most of the models do not meet your needs? Be sure to pay attention to this model from the French brand. The main advantage here is the quality of the electronics used.What does it affect? First of all, the quality of the transmitted sound. In them, you can easily distinguish the rustle of grass from the rustle of foliage, even at a decent distance. But the main advantage is the speed of response, and this is what often becomes a problem even for the most popular brands.

Here, the electronics are so powerful that they instantly dampen the loud sound of a shot, and reliable ear cushions do not allow you to hear it outside the headphones. Also, there are 8 microphones at once, 4 for each ear. Thanks to this, you get an almost complete picture of what is happening around, albeit in stereo. That is, it will not work to determine the real location of the sound source. It is positioned only in two directions: to the right or to the left.

And these are the most popular active headphones for hunting in the Russian market. What is so attractive here? Let's figure it out. First of all, the price. There are no restrictions on this market, and some models can cost several tens of thousands. Here it is only 2 thousand. What do we offer for this price? Quite comfortable headphones, judging by the reviews, with large ear cushions and a large headband. It’s hard to say whether it’s convenient or not, but you definitely won’t wear such headphones under a helmet or headgear.

The sound level is 25 dB, regardless of whether you need to increase or decrease it. Are there any downsides? Yes, there are quite a few of them. For example, signal processing speed. More than 10 milliseconds, and our ear picks up this difference. True, there is such a delay when the signal level is extinguished, and when it increases, the speed increases greatly.Simply put, using such headphones for hunting may not be very convenient, but they are perfect for sports shooting. The manufacturer, however, positions its product as a hunting product, but we, and the mass of buyers who left reviews on the network, allow ourselves to doubt this.

Active headphones are most often associated with hunting, as this is where they are most in demand. But in fact, they take their origin in the army, and here both the quality and speed of the transmitted sound, as well as comfort when worn for a long time, come to the fore. Before us is a military model, designed specifically to be worn under a helmet. There is no usual headband, as on conventional headphones. It has been replaced by a mesh, over which a helmet or hard hat can be easily put on.

Now about the quality of the transmitted sound. Headphones operate at a frequency of 25 dB, that is, they easily dampen the loud sound of a shot and amplify weak sounds. In principle, a standard set of functions, but as the reviews of real users show, the quality here is not the highest. Often, the headphones simply do not have time to work and desynchronization is felt, which means that the delay is more than 10 milliseconds, which is a lot. It is also noted that the mesh that serves as the headband is not able to tightly press the device to the ears, and the ear pads let sound through. But the price will please, and these are the best headphones in terms of cost.

Many manufacturers, including the TOP ones, have gone far in terms of the quality of their headphones, but very often they forget about elementary convenience. One of the main advantages of this model is the ability to wear them under a helmet or any headgear. The rigid connection is at the back and doesn't get in your way when you turn your head. If necessary, it moves up and replaces the fabric holder. We can safely say that these are the most comfortable headphones that amplify the sound, and along with this they have a number of other advantages.

Let's start with responsiveness. The response here is only 2 milliseconds, which is very fast, and allows you to instantly respond to any noises made around you. The sound transmission effect here is stereo, which is also the norm, but you should understand that there are also headphones with the effect of the environment, but this is a completely different price category. You can also adjust the sound level yourself. The adjustment keys are located on the side, and are located, as they say in the reviews, very conveniently, that is, even with gloves on, you will not have problems pressing the desired button.

Many of us are used to the fact that the highest quality products are made in Europe, but the reality is that Russian brands have long been in no way inferior to their Western counterparts, and these active headphones are direct proof of this. This is not the cheapest option, but its cost is fully justified by the technical characteristics. Headphones easily filter sounds and give them out only at a frequency of 25 dB. For example, they muffle the loud sound of a shot, and amplify the rustle of grass or voices.

The sound effect in the headphones is stereo, and active microphones are located both in the front and in the back. Unfortunately, there is no surround effect, and if the sound comes from behind, you will not be able to accurately determine its source and location. But in defense of the model, we note that the effect of the environment in such headphones is generally worked out very poorly, and even the market leaders could not achieve a high result in this. And finally, we note that in the reviews they write a lot about the convenience of the model. Even when wearing headphones for a long time, the head does not get tired, and this is very important, especially when hunting.