Most people associate headphones with listening to music but they were originally invented to help people who worked in industries requiring the operation of radio and telephone communication (Newman, 2012). As technology became more sophisticated the demand for headphones increased in personal and private use as part of an individual’s downtime. The music industry has also played a key role in shaping the development of how people prefer to listen to their music (Fenlon, 2013). It has also helped determine what particular designs match up with certain niche markets. Overtime, quality upgrades and specialized models have created a new identity for headphones to become essential accessories to the public.