Use only stereo headphones that have been tested and approved for use with The Listening Program. Our specifications require particular frequency response, driver size, power handling capacity and cable quality. Even if a pair of headphones meets all specifications, they must also pass our subjective evaluation. The headphone must be comfortable, durable, and, most importantly, pass our listening evaluation - the ultimate test. If they don’t have the right type of sound for TLP, they are not approved. If the headphones fall short in quality, you will not realize the benefits that may come from using TLP, nor fully enjoy the listening experience.

Headphones have either a 1/8 or 1/4-inch connection. The 1/8-inch connector is typically used to plug into portable CD players and the 1/4-inch into component systems. On many of the TLP-approved headphones, you will find both size connectors; the 1/8-inch connector is revealed by unscrewing the 1/4-inch connector. If you order your headphones directly from ABT, they will include both connection sizes.

If you would like to have two listeners connected to a CD player at the same time, a TLP-approved Y-adaptor is available. Please note the Y-adaptor has a 1/4-inch connection. If using this with a Sony Discman, which will have a 1/8-inch jack, you will also need a 1/8-inch mini adaptor. Never split more than two headphones off of one CD player.

A 15-foot TLP-approved headphone extension cable is also available if the cord on your headphones is too short for your purposes.

For a complete list of TLP-approved headphones, contact your Provider, who will help you determine the best headphones for your program.