close-ear

close-ear (comparative more close-ear, superlative most close-ear)

1. Synonym of closed-back (“completely covering the ears”)
   • 1999 April 13, Chris Gieseke, “Dull Snare”, in alt.music.4-track‎ (Usenet):

     Just crank some close-ear headphones up and move the mic, or have someone else move the mic while you monitor the sound in another room.

   • 2000 June 14, Chris G., “Cheap 4track Info, Can ne1 help?”, in alt.music.4-track‎ (Usenet):

     These are close ear headphones and have been used for many years in pro studios.

   • 2002 December 25, Chris G., “open back vs. closed back headphones”, in alt.music.4-track‎ (Usenet):

     But the close ear headphones definitely have advantages while tracking.