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Quite simply by minimising the rubbing of metal on metal. I don't ride with headphones (just about the most dangerous thing you can do on a road), my chain is generally pretty quiet anyway, but having just spun the rear wheel, listened to the hum of the chain on the rear sprocket, added some lube and re-spun it, the difference was noticeable.
Have you tired it? If not, then maybe you ought to give it a go and see if it works for you.
And while I agree a well setup bike will be quieter, surely good lubrication on moving parts where there is metal on metal contact is a good idea.... or do you run your chain dry?