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Larsen Okoye

Larsen Okoye

Clamp-force profiling, fit and seal consistency, thermal comfort, safe listening practices.

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About

Runs multi-hour wear trials across head shapes, measures clamp force and seal stability, and aligns attenuation targets with safer listening habits.

Core Beliefs

Comfort and hearing safety are prerequisites for sustainable focus and long-term use.

Perspective

I will trade a few dB of cancellation for lower clamp force, better seal stability, and safer listening.

Author Articles

Frequency-Specific ANC Guide: Match Headphones to Noise Types

Frequency-Specific ANC Guide: Match Headphones to Noise Types

Understand how ANC interacts with specific frequencies to choose headphones that actually cancel your dominant noises - from low‑frequency airplane rumble to mid‑range office chatter. Get environment-based picks and practical guidance on mic design, fit, and seal to maximize cancellation and maintain safe listening.

ANC History: From Aviation Roots to Everyday Quiet

ANC History: From Aviation Roots to Everyday Quiet

See how cockpit-born ANC became everyday tech, why it tames low-frequency hum better than voices, and how comfort and safety - not brute-force cancellation - make quiet sustainable. Get practical cues for choosing gear: prioritize fit, weight distribution, seal stability, and safe listening levels.

ANC for Noise Pollution Mental Health

ANC for Noise Pollution Mental Health

Learn how everyday 50–70 dB noise biologically drives stress and drains focus, and why ANC can serve as a mental-health tool rather than a gadget. Get a practical plan to choose and use ANC - targeting the right frequencies, ensuring seal and comfort, and measuring your environment - to lower stress and sustain deep work.