Bose QuietComfort 45 Black
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According to our headphones expert
Enjoy your music undisturbed with the Bose QuietComfort 45. The headphones have active noise canceling which reduces ambient noise. This way, you can enjoy your favorite songs in even the most busy environments. The headphones last 22 hours on a single charge. That's 2 more hours than its predecessor, the QuietComfort 35 II. When the battery is empty, you can charge it via the included USB-C charging cable. After 15 minutes of charging, you can use the headphones for 2.5 hours again
Noise cancelingThese headphones have special microphones which measure the ambient noise continuously. Based on the reading, it creates an anti-noise. This anti-noise and the noise canceling ensure you hear less of the ambient noise. The QuietComfort 45 has more microphones than its predecessor, so the noise canceling works more accurately. The Aware Mode is also new with these headphones. This enforces ambient noise.
Bose Music appWith the Bose Music app on your phone, you can adjust all kinds of settings of the headphones such as the strength of the noise canceling. But you can't completely adjust the sound to your liking via an equalizer. Do you have a Bose Smart Soundbar 300 or 700? You can connect it to the headphones in the app and enjoy the sound of your TV without distracting others.
Note: Bose does include a charging cable, but no charger. Use your current accessories, or purchase them separately.
Sound according to expertThe bass tones of the Bose QuietComfort 45 are slightly prominent, so you can enjoy a rich bass sound. The sound of instruments and vocals is not excessively boosted or filtered. This is because the midrange tones are balanced. As a result, this frequency range sounds exactly as the artist intended.
Type of ear cushions | Over-ear | |
Bluetooth | ||
Noise canceling | ||
Quality noise canceling | High-end | |
Sound quality according to customers | Good | |
Bass | Present | |
Mid tones | Balanced | |
Carrying comfort according to customers | Good |
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We've been waiting for it for a long time, but the Bose QuietComfort 45 is finally here. The noise canceling headphones have few new functions, but build on the top-class quality that its predecessor also had. I just don't think the headphones are suitable for every music genre.
Closed off from the world When I listen to music at normal volume and switch on the noise canceling, I no longer hear anything from my surroundings. The noise canceling is so strong that I fully focus on the music or what I'm doing. All possible distractions around me are shut out, except for the wind. Unfortunately I can hear it loudly through the sound. I don't always have to be completely closed off and I would like it if I could set the noise canceling in the Bose Music app. This is unfortunately not possible, I only choose between noise canceling on or off.
Clear and detailed sound In the sound, especially the medium and high tones are beautifully reproduced. This ensures a very clear and detailed sound. These headphones come into their own, especially in music genres with a lot of vocals and instruments. I would not recommend these headphones for music where bass predominates. The bass lacks too much punch for that.
design In terms of design, the headphones are very similar to its predecessor, but I think the QC 45 is finished slightly better. The matte black color also gives the headphones a slightly more luxurious look. In addition, the light weight, the deep and soft ear cups and the leather headband ensure a high wearing comfort.
Lucas. Audio specialist.
24 September 2021
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My first experience with the QC15 was a relief at the time. It was a unique product that really helped keep out ambient noise. This QC45 actually still is and then expanded with bluetooth and microphone.
The reasons I'm not positive about the QC45 are the poor quality of the ear cups and the competition from Sony. There is probably rubber in the ear cups and after a year they start to decompose. The rubber is affected by the fat in the skin and then they have to be replaced. They are very soft and therefore provide excellent passive isolation of the mid and high tones. The low tones are well damped by the noise canceling.
I have worn several QCs and have been using the Sony WH-1000XM3 for several years now. It shows virtually no wear. I've also been using the WH-1000XM4 for a while and I think it's equivalent.
The differences between these 3 (QC45, WH-1000XM3 and WH-1000XM4) are small. The QC45 is more careful with the bass and if you don't mind replacing the ear cups every now and then, they're great headphones with the best noise canceling available.
Harm Boer
6 April 2022
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I've had the pleasure of a Bose QC35 II for 4 years, so my review is based on the comparison between my previous QC35 II / current QC45.
Due to a change of job I had to return the QC35 II to my former employer after 4 years of intensive use... very cool to pass that on to another employee, but oh well. Because I have used the headphones for a few thousand hours in that period, I can make a pretty good comparison between the two models.
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The Bose QC45 should hold its own here between AirPods Pro and Shure 535, and it does a great job. If the price tag doesn't stop or deter you, I would advise you to test them at least once, the Coolblue stores are very helpful in that.
Ludo
4 June 2022
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Product number | 890872 |
Manufacturer code | 866724-0100 |
Brand | Bose |
Warranty | 2 years |
Processing of your defect | Carry-in warranty |
Weight in grams | 240 g | |
Color | Black | |
Material | Fabric, Leather, Metal, Plastic | |
Built-in microphone |
Tested by expert | ||
Treble | Balanced | |
Mid tones | Balanced | |
Bass | Present | |
Equalizer |
Sound reproduction | Stereo | |
Hi-Res audio | ||
Volume limit | ||
Active headphones | ||
Noise canceling | ||
Quality noise canceling | High-end |
NFC | ||
Bluetooth | ||
Bluetooth version | 5.1 | |
Multipoint pairing | ||
Compatible with voice assistant | Google Assistant, Siri |
Detachable cable | ||
Ribbon cable | ||
Coil cable | ||
Braided sleeve | ||
Remote in cable |
Sound quality according to customers | Good | |
Carrying comfort according to customers | Good |
Power supply type | Rechargeable battery | |
Average battery life | 22 hours |
Water resistance | Splash proof | |
IP certification | IPX2 | |
Water-resistant | ||
Waterproofness certification | IP certification |
Type of ear cushions | Over-ear | |
Types of design | Closed | |
Foldable | ||
Rotatable ear cups | ||
Ear cushion material | Imitation leather, Leather (skai) | |
Physical buttons ear cups | ||
Touchpad ear cup | ||
Remote control on ear cups | ||
Volume control ear cup |
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