My husband is a musician by hobby. Our house is covered in instruments and it is often loud when I'm trying to work or watch a movie with our kids. Recently we have branched out into an electric drum set and a keyboard so that headphones could be used. However, finding a compatible pair that has the quality needed has been a nightmare, These headphones are excellent so far. They plug directly into our instruments and block out most of the noise from the kids for my husband. More importantly, I don't hear the drums going while he is playing! He has also used these while recording into Garage Band and other recording apps to be able to hear clearly during that time. We are very happy with these.