Some might wonder how people are able to wear headphones for hours without hurting their ears. Well, it’s all about how you wear them. It may not be rocket science, but wearing a pair of headphones properly can make a difference between comfort and irritation. Let’s look at a few key things to keep in mind when wearing a pair of headphones. Show How to wear Headphones correctly?The in-ear earphones are among the most popular ones out there. Regardless of whether you have a wired one or wireless earbuds, they both are worn in a similar fashion. Since they go inside your ear, a snug fit is the most important criteria. Before putting them on, determine the left and right earbuds first so that you can avoid making a rookie mistake. 1. Hold the top part of your ear and pull it up a little and insert the ear tips to create a reliable seal. 2. This will also maximise passive noise cancellation as well as prevent a form of sound leakage. 3. Some might prefer pulling their earlobes while inserting the earbuds, and that too is fine. After all, not all ear shapes are the same and comfort varies from one person to another. 4. Avoid pushing earbuds too forcefully as it might create some air pressure and start hurting your ears after a bit. 5. As far as wires are concerned, let them dangle straight. Don’t try to fold them or tie them as it can damage the wires. Over-ear and on-ear headphones are different thus they require a different approach. Whether you have wireless or wired headphones, this applies to both. 1. Firstly, you may want to just wear the headphones and get the feel of them. Just determine the left and right sides of the headphone and put them on. 2. Align the headband over the middle part of your head as this will give you a snug fit as well as comfort and assurance. 3. Now adjust the headband according to the shape of your head and make sure the weight of the headphones is distributed over your head and not falling right on your ears as it will start getting uncomfortable quickly. 4. Make sure it is snug, and not too tight. 5. For on-ear headphones, you need to fiddle with the ear pads a little as they sit directly on the ears. You can try to leave out the topmost part of your ears while adjusting. How to wear headphones properly with glasses?Glasses don’t pose a problem while wearing in-ear earphones. But when wearing headphones, they tend to press on the “arms” of your glasses on your head which becomes uncomfortable quickly. There isn’t a foolproof way that is going to work for everyone. The logic remains the same whether you wear glasses or not, but you can do a few things differently to achieve a more comfortable fit. Having said that, there are a couple of tips that you can try out which will certainly help you. 1. Many say that wearing glasses after wearing headphones can drastically make it more comfortable. 2. While wearing headphones you should go for a snug fit, rather than go one size bigger than what you would have adjusted it to. 3. Another way is to just try to place the ear cups slightly lower on your ears to avoid them pressuring against the arms of your glasses. 4. If these don’t help, then you might consider getting a headphone with softer ear pads or headphones with more headband adjustability. Regardless of what and how you wear your headphones make sure the volume levels aren’t too loud as prolonged exposure to loud noises can be harmful or in severe cases, may damage your hearing as well. This article was co-authored by wikiHow staff writer, Amber Crain. Amber Crain has been a member of wikiHow’s writing staff for the last six years. She graduated from the University of Houston where she majored in Classical Studies and minored in Painting. Before coming to wikiHow, she worked in a variety of industries including marketing, education, and music journalism. She's been a radio DJ for 10+ years and currently DJs a biweekly music program on the award-winning internet radio station DKFM. Her work at wikiHow supports her lifelong passion for learning and her belief that knowledge belongs to anyone who desires to seek it. This article has been viewed 195,888 times. Learn more... No matter what kind of headphones you’re using, they may take a bit of adjustment to get the perfect fit. On-ear and over-ear headphones are the most traditional, with the ear cups fitting snugly over each ear. In-ear headphones and earbuds need to be placed inside the ear.
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Question Can I wear in-ear earphones without using the given eartips? You can wear them, it just is less comfortable. The ear tips are used to make the part that goes into your ear larger and more comfortable but if you lose one or just don't like to use it, you don't need them for the in-ear earphones to work. Why do people wear headphones over earphones?Headphones offer better noise cancellation, fuller coverage, and a more comfortable listening experience. Earbuds are cheaper and more convenient, slipping into your pocket or bag with ease, and they aren't as conspicuous to wear. You can choose between wired or wireless earbuds or headphones in different price ranges. Why do pros wear earphones under headphones?The headphones that the pro-gamers are wearing over their head pump out white noise to aid in dampening crowd noise and voice-overs of the commentators that would give away the other players' positions in the game. They use earbuds underneath the headphones to hear the game audio and their teammates. Can you wear headphones over ear plugs?An economical alternative to completely block auditory triggers is to use a combination of earplugs and over-the-ear headphones blasting noise or music. The earplugs prevent damage to your ears from the loud noise, and the combination completely eliminates ambient sounds. |