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Great headphones blend physics, anatomy and psychology – but what you like to listen to is also important for choosing the right pair

  • Written by Timothy Hsu, Assistant Professor of Music and Arts Technology, IUPUI
Great headphones blend physics, anatomy and psychology – but what you like to listen to is also important for choosing the right pairHeadphone designers have to balance scientific limitations with human preferences.Vladimir Godnik via Getty Images

Between music, podcasts, gaming and the unlimited supply of online content, most people spend hours a week wearing headphones. Perhaps you are considering a new pair for the holidays, but with so many options on the market, it can be...

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