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Bose QuietComfort 45

7.8
/ 10

Specifications

Impedance
32 Ω
Sensitivity
102 dB/mW
Type
Over-ear
Amp required
Not necessary

Score by configuration

No amplifier
6.6
Portable amp
7.2
Desktop amp
7.8

Max score assumes optimal full audio chain.

Analysis

The Bose QuietComfort 45 is a high end over-ear with 32Ω impedance and 102dB sensitivity. At 32Ω, these headphones drive well from most phones and computers without needing an external amplifier.

Your audio source matters more than most people think. Spotify High Quality is fine for casual listening, but with FLAC files or lossless services like Apple Music or TIDAL you'll hear a clear improvement — especially with high end headphones like these.

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