HEADPHONES
Singer recommendations from the New Forum for Classical Singers:
Sony MDR-V6; about $85. Full over-the-ear phones that block out ambient work noise. Not tested on the subway. www.sony.com
Optimus #33-115A with in-line volume control; about $20 at Radio Shack. Good sound, extra volume control, long-lasting.
Sony MDR-G56V, $25 bucks at Tower Records.
Bang & Olufsen , $160. Adjustable three ways. "Unbelieveable sound."
Dolby surround-sound (not yet available) www.dolby.com
Noise-cancelling models such as Bose ($299). Sony also makes them. www.bose.com
Sennheiser basic models; HD400 and HD500 series. Start at $15.
Etymotic Research ER-4S earbud-style, about $299. Sony also makes some.