Aliph Jawbone II Bluetooth Headset with NoiseAssassin (Black) [Retail Packaging]

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Aliph Jawbone II Bluetooth Headset with NoiseAssassin (Black) [Retail Packaging]
From Jawbone

Jawbone II Bluetooth Headset with Noise-Canceling Microphone, v2.0, Blah Blah Black, Jawbone Branded
Amazon Sales Rank: #549 in Cell Phone Accessories Color: Black Brand: Jawbone Model: Jawbone II Released on: 2008-06-28 Format: CD Dimensions: 2.00" h x 1.00" w x .50" l, .62 pounds
Setting new standards for mobile voice clarity and personal style, the new Jawbone Bluetooth headset by Aliph represents a complete departure from the gadgetry of the mobile headset industry. Originally developed for military use in extreme environments, Jawbone features NoiseAssassin--a proprietary technology that eliminates background noise from mobile phone conversations. Jawbone is the only Bluetooth headset with a Voice Activity Sensor (VAS) that actually feels your speech, which helps Jawbone distinguish your voice from background noise. The new Jawbone in black. Widely recognized as the best Bluetooth headset on the market, the new Jawbone is 50 percent smaller than the original, award-winning Jawbone, offer over 4 hours of talk time, and comes with three earbuds and four earloops for a comfortable and personalized fit. Military-Grade NoiseAssassin Technology Developed over years of research for the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA), Jawbone's NoiseAssassin eliminates real world noise better than competing headset because it's the only hands free device that accurately separates human speech from ambient noise. Unmatched in its ability to remove noise from loud environments like busy streets, cars, crowded cafes, and airports, NoiseAssassin is comprised of two features unique to Jawbone: a patented Voice Activity Sensor (VAS) and proprietary Digital Signal Processing (DSP) algorithms. Jawbone is the only Bluetooth headset with a VAS that feels the speech vibrations from your jaw. This enables Jawbone to capture the distinct frequencies of your voice. Proprietary DSP algorithms work in concert with two powerful microphones and the VAS to accurately model surrounding noise and aggressively eliminate it from the conversation. Conventional "noise suppression" headsets do not have a Voice Activity Sensor and can only estimate when speech is occurring. This causes performance issues like voice distortion, especially in the presence background noise. Not Just a Headset, It's Earwear Made with premium materials like medical-grade plastic and fine leather, the new Jawbone with NoiseAssassin combines science and beauty in the most unassuming, yet richly detailed product. Every effort has been made to contain best in class noise suppression technology in a miniature form that is 50 percent smaller than the original, award-winning Jawbone. The new Jawbone accomplishes a clean and sophisticated look thanks to invisible buttons. Touch-surface technology allows the user to operate switches by lightly pressing the outer shield. Curved and rectilinear to follow the face, the outer shield is lightly textured and inspired by three-dimensional noise abatement surfaces. The infer surface, the one touching your face and creating contact with the Voice Activity Sensor, is gently curved to be ergonomic and comfortable on your skin. Offering a comfortable and personalized fit, the new Jawbone comes with three sizes of earbuds and four earloops--two sizes of leather and two of slim, which are ideal for use with eyeglasses. Jawbone can also be worn on either ear and with or without an earloop. Specifications Talk time: Over 4 hours Standby time: Over 8 days Range: Up to 33 feet (10 meters) Weight: 10 grams (0.35 ounces) Supports Bluetooth 1.0, 1.1, 2.0 80 percent charge in 35 minutes (full charge in less than 1 hour) What's in the Box The new Jawbone with NoiseAssassin by Aliph headset, magnetic USB cable and wall charger, 3 earbuds, 2 leather earloops, 2 slim earloops, QuickStart Guide
Fit is crucial The New Jawbone is just what I need for my iPhone and I find its quirks to be easy to get used to in exchange for fabulous sound quality. However, fit is crucial to proper operation and so be sure to buy from a store with very good return policies in case it doesn't fit your ears. Here's the biggest issue: The voice sensor must contact your cheek in order for noise suppression to work properly. If it does not touch your cheek, the people you are talking to will hear echo, hollow sound, clipped words or other distortion. The challenge is to get the earbud far enough into your ear that the sensor is aligned properly. I have what I believe are average ears and the smallest supplied rubber earbud is still a little too big. But as long as I remember to periodically adjust the Jawbone to keep it touching my cheek, it works quite well. I am going to experiment with other earbuds (Aliph does not sell any sizes other than the S, M & L in the box). Much lesser quirks are that it is impossible to tell whether the headset is on or off when it is in your ear and button action when accepting/initiating/refusing a call is far from easy to control due to the invisible, non-tactile switches. So when you press on it to seat it in your ear properly, it turns off or on, depending. This is easy to work around by starting with the unit off and pressing hard for two seconds to simulateously turn it on and seat it, but the button design is not the smartest. This design also makes it awkward to change call volume, but the default setting is fine, especially because you can adjust it in finer increments anyway on many phones. Overall this is an excellent product, marred only by limited fit options and slightly dumb ergonomics. I plan to keep it. Best testimonial came from my daughter, who when I called her a few minutes ago asked, "Are you still using the Jawbone?" If she has to ask, that means it's working (grin). UPDATE: I tried the Jabra clear gel earbud with the long "tail" and it works quite well. I can use the JB without the ear loop now, though I prefer retaining it for safety. Sound is good and fit is much improved. -dan MiniGels are the key With the included ear hooks and black donut shaped earbuds, this thing just won't stay where it is supposed to for me. Nearly every bad review seems to be about fit or sound, and with the Jawbone, sound depends on fit. If you can't get the New Jawbone to fit right, it is just not going to work correctly. I found Jabra MiniGels at my local Verizon store in a 4-pack for $3. It's actually 2 each of 2 sizes, marked "14" and "83", which the package claims is "two standard and two small". The "83" size is larger and that's what works for me. They fit tight, in place of the black donut earbuds. The angle that worked best for me is about 15 degrees upwards of pointing at the white Voice Sensor. I could angle them almost 45 degrees and then the MiniGel would go really deep into my ear and fit really tight, but after a few hours this was increasingly uncomfortable. For me, a lesser angle is still very secure without being as tight and irritating to my ear. The looser it is, the more it can droop down over time, especially when eating or chewing gum. If it droops down, then it is no longer properly aligned towards the mouth and the white voice sensor loses good contact the face. The best way I found to put it on with the MiniGels is to start with the Jawbone pointing down towards under my chin, and then twisting it upwards into place. I can do it without looking in a mirror now, and holding only onto the sides without going anywhere near the button surfaces. If feel like I need to poke it deeper into my head while pulling on my ear to seat it better, I can poke my finger directly on the gel or the black plastic post that holds it, rather than mashing on the button surfaces of the Jawbone. Even with the Voice Sensor, the New Jawbone is not wind-proof. If you call yourself and listen on a muted phone in your other ear, you can hear how the background dampening algorithms work for things like turning on the kitchen sink -- the water sound comes through full volume briefly and then the jawbone starts to filter it out. If you talk without the white voice sensor properly touching your face, the algorithms will treat your voice as noise and actively try to filter you out. Wind is not a constant noise and so wind sounds will come through to the caller with varying levels of filtering. Callers will hear some of your radio if you leave it on loud enough. At the extreme, I've been able to make myself unintelligible to callers by rolling ALL my car windows down at highway speeds and wearing the Jawbone on the window-side ear, but most convertibles aren't as bad as that, and honestly, car windows do roll up for important phone now calls don't they? Understanding how the noise filter works may help you not rate the Jawbone unfairly... It has to work the way it does or no one would hear you when you start talking with a consonant sound (Like "Sh") because the voice sensor hasn't heard your voice through your face bone yet. After only a few days now, I can't say if the MiniGels will ever split. The "83" I've been using shows no wear or cracks after stretching it off and on many times, and also carefully twisting it around many times (it fits really tight) trying to find the perfect angle, and from switching left-ear and right-ear a few times too. Even if they do eventually crack or split, they were pretty cheap, and after a while I'd want to replace them just for sanitary reasons! I only mention this because other reviews that led me to the MiniGels mentioned that the eargels they tried had split. I think it was in reference to the original Jawbone where you had to actually modify one of the twist-on earbuds so the eargel would fit in place of the stock rubber, which would lead me to also think that doing this would result in rough edges which could cut and begin cracks. I still have over 20 days left to decide if the New Jawbone is a keeper (I found this one at a local AT&T store). With the MiniGels it fits well without even using an earloop! It doesn't fall off; I can swing (Mosh?) my head clear upside-down and it stays on. Even with the best I could get it to fit with the included Leather earloop and black donut earbud, it would fall off right onto the floor any time I bent over. Why can't Aliph get this right? They must get so many returns just from bad fit; you would think they would figure out something better. The packaging for the MiniGels from Verizon says, "Compatible with EarWave and FreeSpeak". I had to ask for them at the "Tech Support" / Parts counter, they were not on display, and only the Manager knew where they were. I called ahead before I drove there to make sure they even had any. The package says EargelWaveCombo2pk008 100-2303-08 with UPC code 607421730129. I hope this helps you all. For $3, trying the MiniGels is very worth it before you return your New Jawbone. Most of the "fit" problems are due to the lack of instructions Purchased this after a lot of amazon reviews. The sound quality is as described (positives) in most of the reviews, and very happy with mine in all situations (street, wind noise, driving highway speed noise, and even in my convertible top down at city speeds). Jawbone "Fit" problem that most people report could have easily been corrected by treating the ear-loop as an adjustable eye-wear and hand-adjust for a good fit. I had a initial problem also -- the ear-loop wire was too close to the top of my ear and was uncomfortable to wear after a few min. Here is a simple guide. 1. Take the ear-loop off. 2. Find the ear bud that fits your ear, both comfortable and would actually hold the unit on without the ear-loop. That size would provide both the tight enough and comfortable fit. 3. Put a ear-loop on. Start adjusting the top so that there is no to little pressure to the top of your ear. I found that ear-loop sizes makes very little difference (included large, small, etc sizes are too similar to make a difference anyway). 4. Then bend the ear-loop toward to unit so that it provides support on the back -- but no need to go for a exact or tight fit. If you had used wire-frame eye-glasses, you should be familiar with this process. 5. The key steps are the #2 and #3 above. Should not take you more than a few minutes to get the comfortable enough fit you need, and forever to get that perfect fit (just like eye glasses). ======== Not related to "fit" problem, but Quality of my unit ==== - Update after 2+ weeks of use. - Too bad I cannot change the 5 star rating down to some lower # based on this updated experience. The fit (as adjusted above) and sound quality has been great. The Problem with my Unit: My unit shuts down randomly, almost regardless of the battery status (I have hade my unit charged near full, since I was not traveling during this period). Most often during a call, and seldom during standby. Once the unit shuts down, it behaves as if the battery has run down and would not turn back on, for up to 15 mins (did not try after that). But after an hour or two, the unit could be turns on and operates for a few more hours (and for even 1 hour conference call). So this is not clearly run-down battery problem, but something else. Now for the Aliph (the MFGR) Customer Service: Called Jawbone directly, and they insist that the problem is my phone dropping the call. Now I explained that yes, this could happen if you have the phone in your pocket, and some keys could be pressed..., but it does not explain the case when I had the phone on my desk, nor explain why the unit would not turn back on (not just dropping the call, but shutdown), yet operate properly after a ~ few hours. The Customer Service insisted that this is not a problem with their unit -- would not even recognize the logical disagreement in the evidence I provided and their explanation. This problem happened about every other day with normal business use (~ 1 hour talk, ~15~20 calls, 6+ hour standby per day). BTW, I got to a live person to talk to in less than 1 min -- fairly positive and frankly impressive when I now normally expect menus, menus and more phones menus and no live person interaction for 10~20 min. I am returning the unit for replacement -- still like the sound quality and the fit. If the replacement behaves the same way as my current unit, I will be giving up on this unit and seek alternative. ============= Quick update on replacement -- the replacement unit (new) works flawlessly. Perhaps the quality problem discussed on this forum is true for this manufacturer for now...

Creative Labs Sound Blaster Arena Surround USB Gaming Headset

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Creative Labs Sound Blaster Arena Surround USB Gaming Headset
From Creative Labs

Creative Labs brings you the Sound Blaster Arena USB Gaming Headset, an all in one sound system for the ultimate gaming audio experience powered by award winning Sound Blaster technology. Laptop or desktop? The100% digital USB connection delivers hassle-free, crystal clear audio whatever your system choice is. Powerful built in Sound Blaster X-Fi technology with EAX support gives you unrivaled 3D positional surround sound so effective it’s like being able to see in the dark. Combined with VoiceFX to cloak your voice and Silencer technology to suppress background noise, it’s the clear weapon of choice for the demanding gamer. Designed for extended gaming sessions, its light, flexible headband and soft earpads ensure maximum comfort, Precision Full Spectrum drivers deliver unparalleled sonic accuracy, while the detachable noise-canceling microphone and handy in-line volume control, ensure optimum performance. Sound Blaster Arena – a sensory advantage that’s so good, they’ll say it’s unfair.
Brand: Creative Labs Model: 51EF0180AA001 Dimensions: 10.43" h x 2.60" w x 8.19" l, 1.20 pounds
The Sound Blaster Arena USB Gaming Headset from Creative Labs brings a fully immersive gaming audio experience to any computer. Thanks to Sound Blaster X-Fi technology with EAX support integrated into the headset, you'll get 3D positional surround sound experience regardless of the computer you're using,. And with a comfortable design and detachable noise-canceling microphone, you'll be ready to dominate all-night gaming sessions. Sound Blaster Arena Features Amazing Gaming Audio X-Fi and EAX gaming effects technology gives you 3D surround sound and an unrivaled sense of realism. Suppress Background Noise Silencer technology suppresses noise so teammates can hear you in noisy gaming environments. Disguise Your Voice With VoiceFX, you can alter your voice to disguise yourself or take on different personas. "We have been reaping the benefits of Sound Blaster X-Fi audio for years and can't imagine playing without it. Now with the addition of Silencer, we have the most advanced audio arsenal in competitive gaming. And because it's USB, it's easy to take out on the road to tournaments."–Jason Lake, Founder and CEO of Team Complexity, the premiere competitive gaming brand in North America Features inline volume control and USB connectivity. View larger. Built-in X-Fi Technology for 3D Positional Surround Sound The Sound Blaster Arena is designed to be an all-in-one gaming sound system that will bring an amazing audio experience to your system of choice. Whether connected to a desktop or laptop, the USB connection provides a 100% digital connection for superb audio. And since Sound Blaster X-Fi technology with EAX support is built into the headset, you will be armed with all the power of a Sound Blaster sound card with the portability and convenience of a USB headset. The Sound Blaster Arena will deliver unrivaled 3D positional surround sound no matter what system you're using. With X-Fi technology and EAX gaming effects, you'll even be able to hear the soft footsteps of your enemies walking towards you--no matter where they are in game. Bring the Same Sound Everywhere The ear cups are reversible for compact storage, letting you take the headset wherever you go so you'll enjoy the same, consistent surround sound and gaming audio no matter where you're playing. Noise-Canceling Microphone Can Disguise Your Voice Gain an advantage on the competition with the Arena's built-in microphone featuring Silencer and VoiceFX technology. Silencer uses an intelligent noise-canceling technology, so when you're giving orders to your teammates, they'll hear you loud and clear even in a noisy gaming environment. And with VoiceFX, you can alter your voice to sound like different characters, whether as a strategic ploy or for fun and amusement. And when your gaming is over, you can remove the microphone boom and use the headset to enjoy some high-quality music. Designed with the Gamer in Mind The Arena headset is designed to meet the needs of even the most competitive gamer. It features a lightweight, flexible headband that reduces fatigue, and ergonomic, cushioned ear pads that remain comfortable even during extended gaming sessions. The contoured ear cups also provide great sound isolation, so you can concentrate on your gaming. An inline volume control pod provides added convenience, letting you quickly change the volume and mute the microphone when needed. The Sound Blaster Arena USB Gaming Headset is backed by a one-year limited warranty. What's in the Box USB Headset with detachable microphone and in-line volume control, and X-Fi Installation CD. With X-Fi and EAX surround effects, you'll have such a gaming advantage over others, it'd be almost unfair. Gaming Headsets HS-980 Fatal1ty Professional Series MKII Gaming Headset HS-800 Fatal1ty Gaming Headset (Analog) HS-1000 Fatal1ty USB Gaming Headset Sound Blaster Arena Surround USB Gaming Headset Headphone Quality Ergonomic ear cups with sound isolation Velvet Padding Velvet Padding Ergonomic ear cups with sound isolation Audio Speaker Size 40mm Drivers (Full-Spectrum) 40mm Drivers 40mm Drivers 40mm Drivers (Full-Spectrum) Removable Microphone? Yes Yes Yes Yes Connection Type 3.5mm jack 3.5mm jack USB 2.0 USB 2.0 Inline Volume / Mute Yes Yes Yes Yes Sound Control Location Along the cable Along the cable Along the cable Along the cable Sound Control Volume control / Mute on and off Volume control / Mute on and off Volume control / Mute on and off Volume control / Mute on and off Silencer Tech Enabled Yes(with Sound Blaster Titanium Series Sound Card) No No Yes Voice FX Enabled Yes No No Yes X-Fi Enabled Yes(When used with an X-Fi Sound Card) No Yes Yes Ideal For FPS Desktop Gamer / MMO (Recommend Sound Blaster TI Series Sound Card) Everyday Desktop Gamer/ MMO (Recommend Sound Blaster Sound Card) Everyday Desktop or Laptop Gaming / VOIP MMO / FPS / Competitive LAN Gamer
Compared to the Logitech G35's I also have the Logitech G35 headset so this will be a comparison between the two. The Arena headset is nicely made, though not as heavily over-engineered as the G35 in my opinion. The Arena have the advantage of lighter weight and probably more comfort for most people. The mic boom on the Arena is springy and you really can't control the distance between the mic and your mouth as a result. On Ventrilo, people reports that I sounded better on the Arena than on the G35, so on outgoing sound quality the Arena wins. I didn't notice a significant difference on received sound quality on either when using them for gaming. I tried the Arena on two computers, and had some issues with Ventrilo on each, once with incoming and once with outgoing voice. In each case the sound would break up and become distorted and unintelligible. I did not have this problem with the G35. I was unable to isolate the cause of the problem so I can't say for sure that the Arena headset was at fault. The Arena headset is relatively light weight, quite comfortable, and definitely in the premium headset category. It does not quite feel as serious as the G35 with their fabric wrapped cord and additional bulk, but many people will probably prefer the light weight of the Arena. Do not game without these! At the current price, you absolutely cannot go wrong with this headset. I admit, this headset is my husband's as I currently use Logitech G35 7.1-Channel Surround Sound Headset which I had received a few months prior. Due to the constant jealous glares and pouty faces I endured while my husband gamed without a quality headset, I decided it was time for him to have his own! I have tested it quite thoroughly and compared it with it's much more expensive counterpart and I have good news. The Sound Blaster Arena headset is almost as awesome as my aforementioned Logitech headset and it's currently half the price. We game online a lot and so the mic is a necessity. After lots of surprise tests with both headsets, my friends and guildmates could not tell a difference when I was using either of the headsets. My voice was heard loud and clear on both and I had no complaints. The silencing feature present on both headsets is also very important to game immersion and I will admit, I didn't feel quite as immersed with the Sound Blaster Arena. The ear cups fit my head perfectly and very comfortably, but for some reason I could hear more background noise with this headset on than with my Logitech headset. The difference was minor and I don't think one would notice if they weren't directly comparing the two. One thing this headset lacks are the extra "G" buttons that the Logitech headset has on the left side. I have never used these buttons so it's not really a loss, in my opinion. I do believe they control the voice changer (which is good for a few laughs and then your friends will tire of it quickly!) and can also be customized to other tasks as well, such as controlling your media player. Handy, but again, I don't use them so I can't really fault this headset for not having them. Volume control is handled differently on both. The Sound Blaster Arena has a small piece of plastic right on the cord itself where you adjust the volume. It works fine, but I do prefer my volume control on my Logitech where it is right on the headset. I like to tuck the cord out of the way and with this headset you kind of have to have it present in your lap at all times. Not really a drawback, but I do kind of tend to think the volume control on this headset will wear out more quickly. The Sound Blaster Arena headset also lacks the heavy duty braided cord. One thing I don't like about that, aside from it lacking some durability, is on these cold winter nights when we're gaming, I get cold and like to keep a blanket on my lap. When this cord rubs against that blanket, I get shocks sent straight to my EARS! Ouch! But if you're careful and don't like blankets, you won't really miss the braided cord of the Logitech headset. Overall, both are very similar and if you're simply going for sound quality without all the fancy extras, you will not be disappointed with this great headset. If you're willing to pay $50 more for above mentioned features, then Logitech won't let you down. At this current price, however, this awesome headset is a steal. Very comfortable, durable and lightweight. And has one very unique feature that causes me to often steal these from my husband: The mic is removable and can be used as normal headphones. Awesome since we don't have any quality headsets just for listening to music. Every gamer and music lover should have these! Impressive technology, but the packaging could use some polish Creative Labs Sound Blaster Computer Headset / B002J9HCV0 Pros + Crisp surround sound + Clear voice mic + Comfortable headset (padded ears and crown) Cons - Discrete volume control - Limited headset adjustability - Limited mic adjustability - USB only (limits to computer use only) - Software mildly irritating I received this gaming headset through Amazon Vine and was excited to set it up with Lord of the Rings Online to try out the headset and voice chat. On a positive note, the sound technology in this headset is really impressive. I'm not usually one to be blown away by surround sound technology, but this headset pulls it off very nicely. When I accidentally put the headset on backwards at one point, I could tell instantly because the battle sounds that I was *hearing* to my left were actually occurring on screen off to my right. The voice chat is also very well done - speaking into the mic on my computer, I could hear my voice crisp and clear coming from my fiancé's computer on the other end. The headset is padded nicely on the ears and the crown of the head, and the super-squishy padding is something you'll really appreciate after several hours of gaming. These aren't noise-canceling, so you'll still hear what's going on in the real world around you, for better or worse. As impressive as the technology in this headset is, I can't help but feel that the overall packaging and design could have used a little more spit and polish. The volume control is a discrete clicker, not a continuous knob, and there's more difference between each volume level than I would expect from headphones this expensive. It was never really a problem for me, but it just surprised me. Aside from the usual discrete headset size adjustment, there's no other customizable adjustments available - you can't, for instance, adjust the top crown bar to rest behind your head or at the base of your neck, and I can't even find a way to switch which is the left ear and which is the right ear - which means that the cord and mic will *always* be connected to your left ear, regardless of whether or not that's convenient. The cord, too, is USB only, which means that you can only ever use the headphones with your computer, and it takes up what is rapidly becoming prime USB real-estate property these days. The cord is fairly long, several feet long, but with no built in method for shortening it. The volume control is about a foot or so down the cord from the headset. A note about the software that comes with these - I never really touch on software, but this was a particularly annoying case. The installation software, by default, offers to install about a dozen or more driver updates and ancillary programs, with no indication of what, exactly, is required and necessary for using these headphones and what is just 'extra'. I gave up trying to figure that out and just let it install/update everything it wanted, only to find out that (a) that meant I had to click through license agreements for *everything*, one after another, which took forever, and (b) halfway through the final set-up, the program announced that it had *just now* ascertained that I had more up-to-date versions of half of the stuff I was installing, and did I really want to continue? No, I do not want to downgrade my software, and it would have been nice for you to check for that a little earlier. Geez. In all seriousness, if you'd like a solid gaming headset and don't care about adjustability, then you could probably do a lot worse than this headset - it does have superb surround sound and crisp voice quality. But if you need any kind of specialization, then these may not be for you. ~ Ana Mardoll

Motorola H710 Bluetooth Mono Headset

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Motorola H710 Bluetooth Mono Headset
From Motorola, INC

For Consumers who demand high performance and quality with uncompromising style. Audio Excellence. Enhanced noise/echo reduction package improves 4dB over H700. Get more done. Added features for the busy consumer, battery meter, easypair, and multipoint. Classic Update. New design details and updated color schemes improving a classic design. Boom Flip. Business demands a quick response, H710 continues the signature boom flip with Rapid Connect on/off flip.
Amazon Sales Rank: #549 in Cell Phone Accessories Brand: Motorola Model: H710 Dimensions: .3 pounds

The best Bluetooth I have ever owned. In my lifetime of cell phones and accessories, I have used almost every type of Bluetooth headset. Without a doubt there two that stand out in my mind and my ear that rank as the most comfortable to wear, the most efficient to use, and the MOST DEPENDABLE. One is a "trucker's model" over-the-head headset with a full boom mic and noise-canceling, needless to say this is the one I use in a high-noise area either inside or outside. It is the one that people on the other end like the most also for the noise canceling effect. The other Bluetooth headset is the Motorola H710. My hearing is very good and this is the first over-the-ear earpiece that I can NOT turn up all the way, it is not necessary. The unit is comfortable to wear for long periods of time, stays charged forever it seems, has good sound, a very efficient short boom mic, great noise canceling, easy to operate, and easy to maintain. In short, it is the perfect earpiece. When I find a product that I like and it works well for me, I have a tendency to buy some for gifts for others. I think that so far I have purchased about ten. motorola H710 headset=awesome This is my first bluetooth headset... I have been using it with my LG dare and it works great with this phone.no probs pairing the device, was quick and simple. The signal and clarity are great most of the time. a few times while driving,I have had a few staticy(is that a word?)moments in some areas.(might be signal interference from outside sources)Other than that I have an awesome signal and people that I talk to can't tell that I'm using it,or at least they never say that it sounds bad.It seems to knock out most background noise pretty well,I have talked in some loud areas and the person on the other end can hear me just fine. Talk time seems to be good. I don't spend a lot of time talking on it but a fair amount and I can go a week or so and then it needs a charge. As far as distance from my phone: I can leave my phone on the table and walk 15 to 20 feet away and still have a good signal. any further than that and it starts to break up a bit. Overall I believe this is on of the best out there for the price.I did a ton of research on bluetooth headsets and this unit kept coming up as one of the best bang for the buck. comfort and excellent audio, finally I have tried other bluetooth devices and always had ear pain resulting in little use. This device, the Motorola H710 Bluetooth Mono headset,is comfortable,no ear bud to cause canal pain, and very good audio.For those reasons, I use the product most of the time. I highly recommend this for all that have problems with the ear insertion.

Logitech G35 7.1-Channel Surround Sound Headset

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Logitech G35 7.1-Channel Surround Sound Headset
From Logitech

The Logitech G35 headset. Game-changing immersion with 7.1 surround sound powered by Dolby technology for a detailed soundfield. Featuring three swappable headband pads; three customizable G keys; on-ear audio controls; and an adjustable, noise-canceling microphone.
Brand: Logitech Model: 981-000116 Original language: English Dimensions: 4.50" h x 10.00" w x 10.70" l, 1.90 pounds
For game-changing immersion, the Logitech G35 Surround Sound Headset is the first Logitech headset to offer 7.1 surround sound – a perfect complement to the growing number of action games and high-definition movies that support 7.1-channel surround sound. Immersive Dolby 7.1 Surround Sound. Powered by second-generation Dolby Headphone technology, the G35 simulates the complex acoustics of a listening room, creating a detailed, outside-the-head sound field. Plus, with its proprietary ear-enclosing design, the G35 headset greatly reduces ambient noise from interfering with your entertainment, while an adjustable, noise-canceling microphone focuses on your voice and reduces background noise. Victory never sounded so good. Play with the best. Key Features 7.1 Surround Sound Powered by Dolby technology Delivers a detailed soundfield – hear your enemies before they see you. Dolby Pro Logic II is used in conjunction with Dolby Headphone technology to create an expanded stereo sound for files recorded in traditional format. 3 Swappable Headband Pads To ensure your headset remains comfortable during long gaming sessions, the G35 headset features three swappable headbands – thin, thick and contoured designs – so you can select the style that fits you best. 3 Customizable G Keys If you use popular chat clients such as Ventrilo or Team Speak, the G35 headset includes three G-keys on the left earpiece for one-touch command over voice morphing. If you want to sound like your World of Warcraft character or disguise your voice when gaming, you can install the included software to enjoy six voice-morphing options, including cyborg, giant, mutant, space squirrel, troll and alien. On-Ear Audio Controls For quick access to volume, microphone mute and surround sound adjustments. Adjustable, Noise-Canceling Microphone Focuses on your voice and reduces background noise. Full-Speed, All-Digital USB Connection For clean, clear audio. 10-foot braided cable With cable management wrap to keep excess cable out of the way. Microphone Mute Light So you always know if you're on or off mute. 2 Ways to Mute Press the microphone mute botton or rotate the microphone boom into the upright position. Suggested games for the Logitech G35 Surround Sound Headset: World of Warcraft: Wrath of the Lich King Warhammer Online: Age of Reckoning Age of Conan: Hyborian Adventures The Lord of the Rings Online: Mines of Moria Left 4 Dead Call of Duty: World at War Crysis Warhead Fallout 3 Brothers in Arms: Hell's Highway Command and Conquer: Red Alert 3 Check out the G-SERIES from Logitech:       Logitech G13 Advanced Gameboard The G13 advanced gameboard gives you game-changing comfort and control. Naturally contoured design follows the natural shape of your hand and fingers for increased comfort during long sessions. Logitech G19 Keyboard for Gaming Giving you an arsenal of advanced gaming technology, the Logitech G19 keyboard for gaming features a color GamePanel LCD to display game stats, VOIP communication data, and many other items. Logitech G25 Racing Wheel With simulator-grade force feedback, 900° of wheel rotation, and a true six-speed stick, this high-performance racing wheel lets you feel every inch of the road for maximum control. Logitech G51 Surround Sound Speaker System Bring your games to life with 360° surround sound – for amazing audio clarity that lets you hear your enemies sneaking up behind you. What's in the Box Package Contents Logitech G35 Surround Sound Headset 3 headband pads Quick-start guide Software CD 2-year limited hardware warranty System Requirements PC with 32-bit or 64-bit Windows XP or Windows Vista 30 MB available hard drive space CD-ROM drive USB port
Genuine Fun. These headphones are a lot of fun. I'm not a gamer - can't play many games because I get dizzy, but I am sort of a collector of headphones. Frankly, I expected these to be awful and was more than pleasantly surprised to find that they are really quite good. OK, so they look like some kind of boy toy science fiction gizmo. For me, I could do without all the buttons. But having a volume button on the headphone and a mute for the mic is very useful. Most headphones depend upon the right combination of source and headphone to get a good sound. If you plug most high end headphones directly into your ipod or computer soundcard the sound quality is atrocious. The right mate of source and sound can mean that the right $20 headphone in your ipod can give surprisingly good sound if it is a good match. The good (and the bad) of a USB headset is that it bypasses the amp in your computer soundcard. Instead, the digital to audio processing occurs through USB. This approach can allow very high quality sound, and in the case of this headset, it succeeds. As to sound quality. I am impressed with the surround sound where normally I find surround unbearably processed and artificial, the software does a good job. With the surround sound turned off, and these headphones are in pure stereo mode, forget it, it's awful. But that isn't what these headphones are for. Bass is excellent with good low extension and not even the slightest touch of boominess. Artifical bass enhancement is one of the things I hate about most processed sound, and I was delighted to find that none was present. Logitech is to be commended for making that choice in the design because most people equate sloppy boomy bass with high quality (think car stereo woofer). The mid range is outstanding. That's where the sound really excels. I have a few very high end headphones where the midrange is weak. With these headphones subtleties of tone and shading in human voices are easy to hear. The high end of the sound spectrum is the weakness of the sound signature. Lost highs are the big price for processed sound. Imagine a bell ringing. After the bell rings the sound hangs in the air and slowly fades. When the highest highs are lost, and the sound is processed, the sound gets artifically cut off and the "air" is gone from the sound. At the present state of technology this seems to be unavoidable in all processed sound. The good news with this headset is that this loss of highs is not too horribly bad. I could listen to music (which is not what these are for) and it was not too distracting. The offset was the beautiful mids and the realistic sound stage. Listening to movies, other than gaming, is where this headset excels. This is where location of sound can make a huge difference, and the ambiant sounds contribute to the experience. Watching a movie with these headset while sitting right in front of my computer screen is immersive and exciting. I can imagine that in games, where location of sounds is critical, that these would greatly enhance the experience and give the player an extra edge. Finally, they are pretty comfortable. The choice of cushioning is very appreciated. My partner and I both want to use them. I was given these to review but I might have to buy another set. The price, when you consider that it includes the digital audio converter and amplification, is very reasonable for a headset of this quality. Finest USB headset I have ever used. Logitech's G35 really sets a mark for gaming headsets. Other surround sound headsets that I have used have been large and uncomfortable after sustained use, however the G35 has an adjustable headband and comes with three different cushions for whatever shape head you may have. The cups are padded rather nicely and do a pretty decent job of blocking out ambient sound. The USB cord is sleeved and the whole thing really feels well crafted. Features like the microphone automuting when you put it in the upright position make you wonder why this hasn't been done with every headset on the market. The software is simple and easy to use, however i found it somewhat limited. The only balance controls are for bass and treble, with no presets or anything like that for types of music. Their is no control over the surround sound to balance your own levels or test it; the only thing you can do is turn the surround sound on and off using the manual switch on the back of the left cup. The customizable buttons are a great concept and comes with custom actions for programs like Itunes, Windows Media Player and Ventrilo, however it lacks Teamspeak support. The voice morphing is fun, but superfluous. For the price of this headset I would like a little bit more technical features and control over the sound. Note: the program uses 19MB of memory when you are using the headset, but on my laptop (Intel core 2 duo 2.2ghz, 2 gigs of ram) I haven't noticed a performance decrease. The sound quality is superb for a USB headset. It doesn't sound as good as my Creative X-Fi sound card, but it definitely gets the job done. I haven't heard any distortions or crackling while gaming, and the directionality of the sound is very distinct and enhances gaming for sure. The low end is undistorted and you can actually feel explosions and things of the sort. The microphone records crisp and clear, and while the microphone is advertised as noise canceling, it occasionally picks up some background noise. 130$ is a lot for a headset, but these things deliver. I'd prefer some more control over the more technical aspects of the sound, but I am satisfied and have enjoyed using this device. If money isn't an object, go ahead and pick yourself up a pair. Great audio positioning, lackluster quality For the past half-year, I've been using a Creative X-Fi Xtreme Gamer sound card and a pair of Sony MDR-NC40 headphones. The combination provides wonderful control over sound quality, whether in music, media, or gaming. However, the CMSS Headphone "Virtual Surround" technology that the Creative cards use isn't particularly impressive to me. It works incredibly well for some people, but it doesn't "cut it" in my case. Today, I purchased a G35. I was incredibly eager to try it out because, wherever I looked, the headset got positively glowing reviews, praising the clarity of the headset and the impressiveness of the Dolby 7.1 Virtual Surround soundfield. Driver installation was simple enough; I downloaded the proper driver from the Logitech website and installed it. I didn't have to restart my computer, which I always find to be a plus. I plugged in the phones, fired up a DTS demo, and... it sounded terrible. I went into the drivers and tried playing with the provided settings. Unfortunately, the "equalizer" consisted of simply main volume, bass, treble, and mic volume. This was pretty disappointing to me. Every sound card I had ever used had had at the very least a 10-band equalizer, if not 12- or 24-band. In short, I couldn't customize the G35 to have anywhere near the audio quality of what I had before. I will say this; the Virtual Surround positioning is indeed excellent. It's the best virtualization of a 7.1 surround sound system that I've ever heard. That said, I can't sacrifice quality sound for "more" sound. If you don't use a discrete sound card with your PC, then you'll probably think that the G35 sounds like audio heaven. If you have used a discrete sound card and a decent pair of headphones, you probably won't be particularly impressed. If you do end up getting a G35, I'd suggest purchasing a pair from a location with a no-questions-asked return policy, just in case it's not what you thought it'd be.

LTB Q-BEAN-UO Audio Systems Wireless Headphone USB PnP (Orange)

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LTB Q-BEAN-UO Audio Systems Wireless Headphone USB PnP (Orange)
From LTB

LTB Q BEAN UO USB Orange Wireless Headphone Link. The LTB QBean Wireless 2.0 Headphone link system lets you move in your world so your music and media can follow. Non Compressed Audio streams wirelessly to you through an innovative link that allows duplex voice and data control. 2.4GHz digital radio transmission /absolutely noise free. USB Transmitter provides non compressed streaming audio so you move and play. Fully interfaces with Windows Media Player functions. Stereo Model Can be battery operated for portable use.
Brand: LTB Model: Q-BEAN-UO Dimensions: 1.74" h x .98" w x 3.00" l, 2.00 pounds

Great Idea, lousy battery I have this item. The battery charge started out lasting only 3-4 hours, and now is down to 2 hours. It should have a better battery or take rechargeable AAA's. I wouldn't buy another. Very good wireless system for music and Skype I have the Q-Bean with USB connection at work, I use it for listening to music and for Skype. The installation was a piece of cake, it was plug-and-play on my Windows XP system and the sound quality is very good. Wireless range is pretty good too, I can get about 30 feet from my cube at work before there's any signal glitches.

BlueAnt Supertooth Light Bluetooth Speakerphone (Black)

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BlueAnt Supertooth Light Bluetooth Speakerphone (Black)
From BlueAnt

Stylish in design, easy to use and with no installation requirements, the new BlueAnt Supertooth Light offers the latest in sun-visor mounted handsfree speakerphone technology.The BlueAnt Supertooth Light delivers all the latest technology employing the brand new Clear Voice Capture (CVC) Digital Signal Processor (DSP) from Cambridge Silicon Radio (CSR) to help achieve its outstanding audio qualities.The BlueAnt Supertooth Light uses real-time audio to process any echo or background noise resulting in the improvement of the sound quality of the user s voice regardless of whether the car is stationery or travelling at high speed. It also adjusts sound levels to compensate for loud engine noise or external noise created when the windows are wound down.Easily mounted on the car s sun-visor, the BlueAnt Supertooth Light can be paired with up to five devices, supports voice dial activation, redial and call reject and also has a retractable sliding microphone.
Amazon Sales Rank: #276 in Cell Phone Accessories Color: BK Brand: BlueAnt Model: QVNBTSLBC3 Released on: 2007-05-07 Dimensions: 2.00" h x 1.00" w x 5.00" l, .25 pounds

It just works I buy tons of gadgets and with the exception of a few products, it seems like most fall short of perfect. Not so here. Instead of little disappointments, I go a lot of little surprises that added up to a great experience from unboxing to actual use. First off, I could actually open the package without getting scissors. When I looked inside, they gave me a bonus "in-car vent mounted cell phone holder". It's actually not cheesy and is something that I will use to park my phone while I make calls. They also give you a AC and Car charger. Lots of companies like apple make you get this separately so I was happy that it was included. OK, so all this is great, but how well does it work? I followed the easy directions to pair it with my Treo 680 and 30 seconds later I was making calls. I rang my wife in the car with the AC blasting and the window rolled halfway down to test it. We could hear each other no problem. I asked her if I sounded OK and she had no complaints. I LOVE how releasing the mic turns the unit on. Brilliant. My only complaint is that the magnet that holds the unit to the visor clip is not as strong as I would like. You have to be a little careful when you press the mic back in or else it will start to rotate off the clip. I haven't been using this too long so we'll see how much of an issue this is. Better than a wired headset by a sliver By and large this product works as advertised. It connects wirelessly to your cell phone via bluetooth. Pairing is easy. The speaker phone is full-duplex so you can actually have a conversation with your counter-party. Battery life on standby is high. Professional reviews are favorable. So why not 5 stars? The BlueAnt Supertooth Light is flawed. 1. Lacking a screen, there is no effective way to initiate calls from this unit. The Bluetooth implementation on the Garmin nuvi is vastly better in this regard, because it provides easy access to your cell phone's contact list and recent calls. 2. Noise reduction is ineffective. Unless you are stopped, the road and wind noise from your car can make it impossible for your counter-party to understand you. Due to 1 and 2, this handsfree speakerphone is for emergency incoming calls only. 3. The Supertooth attaches magnetically to a metal sunvisor clip. It is easy to install, but also easy to accidentally knock off when you adjust the sun visor. 4. On the Supertooth a blue light flashes when the Supertooth is connected to your cell phone. This is okay during the day since you don't notice it. But at night it is insanely annoying to have a flashing blue light on your sunvisor, prominently in your field of vision. The flashing blue light is so irritating that I keep my Supertooth turned off at night and only turn it on when my phone starts ringing. At that point, its a race between Supertooth start-up/pairing and my cell phone provider's transfer to voice mail. Sometimes the Supertooth wins and I get the call; sometimes it looses and I have to return the call. Bottom line. The flashing blue light and poor noise cancellation are so annoying that I had decided to return this unit. Then I received an incoming call and I thought that even with all its flaws I'd rather just push a button on my sun visor than fumble with my cell phone while driving. If the Nokia HF-300 were available today, I would return my BlueAnt and try that. But it's not so I guess I'll keep the BlueAnt. Awesome new handsfree device I was really tired of having to use a handsfree device while driving my car. The Bluetooth earpiece used to give me headaches and was just generally uncomfortable. I saw the BlueAnt Supertooth advertisement, and thought that I would give it a try. I cannot put into words just how happy I am with this device. I connected it to my Motorola Razr, the setup was a snap. Now when I get into my car, I merely have to turn on the BlueAnt, and it automatically connects with the Razr. With my other device, I had to scroll through several menus on the cell phone to get the two devices to pair up. Plus what I found to be even better, was the sound quality. The speaker delivers crisp, clear sound, and the people that I'm talking to are often surprised when I tell them that I'm using a handsfree device. The sound quality at both ends is that clear.

Delta Alloy Threadless Bicycle Headset Adapter

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Delta Alloy Threadless Bicycle Headset Adapter
From Delta Cycle

Convert conventional headset to use 1 1/8" Aheadset stems
Amazon Sales Rank: #31064 in Sports & Outdoors Color: Silver Brand: Delta Model: TD3200

A mixed bag for me This product looks good and fits my threaded 1" fork just fine. It's secure and sturdy, and the quill bolt is nice and strong. However, it creaks annoyingly and loudly. If I loosen the quill bolt and tighten it back, the creaking goes away for an hour, but then it creeps back. I've tried lubricating the whole thing, but no luck. I'm shopping for another brand now. QUALITY YES;INSTRUCTIONS-NO! VERY WELL MADE PRODUCTS BUT NOT ONE WORD OF INSTRUCTIONS--A TIGHTENING TORQUE VALUE WOULD BE HELPFUL.

Jabra C220 Stereo Earbuds - 2.5mm

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Jabra C220 Stereo Earbuds - 2.5mm
From Jabra

With its flexible behind-the-ear wearing style, the C220s gives you the freedom to enjoy the best in stereo sounds and at the touch of a button use your mobile phone. It comes with an adaptor for use with music players.
Amazon Sales Rank: #1515 in Cell Phone Accessories Color: Black & Silver Brand: Jabra Model: C220 Original language: English Dimensions: 2.70" h x 1.00" w x 1.30" l, 9999.00 pounds

Good product, but sound quality fell short After researching these headphones on Amazon and other places, I decided to buy because most earbud hurt like hell in my ears once I stuff them in far enough to get good sound quality. These Jabra earphones came in the mail and I was excited to try them out. Initially they fit *very* comfortably, but I could tell that they didn't go into the ear as far as I had hoped even with the biggest gel adapter to get decent sound quality. After I plugged these eaphones into my vx8100 phone, they sounded "tinny" with barely any bass. These headphones are for people who are looking for portability and not so much for sound quality. They stay on your ears very well, and if you are doing heavy activity, these are what you are looking for. Still, expect no bass sound out of these. I will probably keep them because they are very comfortable, and I expect to use them for working out and bicycling and they do allow you to still hear the outside world, which I think is important...especially when bicycling. I read one review of these headphones being too loud. I did not experinece that problem at all. You need an adapter (that ma not exist) for most phones Cons: Because it designed for 3 channels (left & right speakers, Microphone) on a 2.5mm plug it does not work any phone that was designed from 2 channels (single speaker, microphone). There is no adapter provided for people without the newest phones designed specifically for a 2.5mm 3 channel plug. Hope this clears-up the issues everyone is having with Jabra's product. (...) Pros: The ear buds are extremely comfortable. It comes with an 3.5mm adapter to use with standard audio equipment. Sound quality is excellent. Microphone clarity and pickup is very good. Comfortable, but ... When I read the review about the Jabra C120S, I found some similarities to the kind of problems I have with the Jabra C220S, so I decided to write this review. I bought this headset for my phone equipped PDA. I will let you read the pros about this product as it is mentioned in the item description, and will only mention the cons to save you time: * First thing I noticed is that the cord is relatively short...at least 8" shorter than a standard headset cord. * When I inserted the 2.5 mm jack, I heard one side speaker working. The other was not. I had to pull the jack about 1/32" out to be able to get sound from both earpieces. * The auto answer button is not functioning at all. Other than this I do agree with all the Pros mentioned above.

Superman (TM) Long Range Heat Vision Headset Walkie Talkie

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Superman (TM) Long Range Heat Vision Headset Walkie Talkie
From Kid Station Toys International Ltd.

Superman Returns Longe Range Heat Vision Headset Walkie Talkies. Duplex Technology, lets you Talk and Listen at the same time. Includes real light and viewing scope for night vision secret missions. Uses 2 X "9V" size batteries (Not Included)
Amazon Sales Rank: #125278 in Toys & Games Color: Blue and Red Brand: Superman Returns (TM) Walkie Talkie Model: KSU781M Dimensions: 120.00" h x 120.00" w x 120.00" l, 4.00 pounds

Campagnolo Record Threadless Road Bicycle Headset - 1 inch - HS00-RETH

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Campagnolo Record Threadless Road Bicycle Headset - 1 inch - HS00-RETH
From Campagnolo

There are three types of headset in the Record� groupset: Threadless�, Hiddenset� and the traditional threaded headset. The Threadless� headset has been designed for unthreaded fork steerers. It is extremely light and allows fast sensitive adjustment. It is distinguished by its weight and working life. The Hiddenset� headset is integrated into the head tube of the frame, conferring an extremely elegant look to the bicycle. Light, smooth, long lasting and easy to install, the Record headset is available in the standard version or with a TTC� cap. internal headset for unthreaded fork tube - version 1-1/8": height 5.9 mm, version 1-1/8" TTC�: height 15.9 mm - patent pending system - composite and light alloy fixing screw and cap. for unthreaded fork tube - height 24.5mm - composite cover and light alloy fixing screw - grease-port for fast lubrication.
Amazon Sales Rank: #388590 in Sports & Outdoors Brand: Campagnolo

Record Headset I wanted an Italian headset for my all Italian Colnago Master X light but I wanted Chris King Quality....so it had to be the Record Headset. Beautiful and understated it's also made to last.

Everglide S500 White Gaming Headphones (EG04-04E022-02)

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Everglide S500 White Gaming Headphones (EG04-04E022-02)
From Everglide

EVERGLIDE S500 White Gaming Headphones. The Everglide s500 Professional Gaming Headphones feature an ultra light membrane for instantaneous audio response. Faster than most conventional speaker drivers found in traditional headphones, the Everglide s500 Professional Gaming Headphones are optimized for millisecond feedback to provide gaming response. Recognizing that most professional gamers often compete in high volume noise environments, Everglides engineering team has designed the Everglide s500 Professional Gaming Headphones for complete noise isolation without compromising on audio quality. The Everglide s500 Professional Gaming Headphones have an oversized circumaural leather muff to reduce ambient noise. Making them one of the quietest noise isolated circumaural headphones in the world. The Everglide s500 Professional Gaming Headphones deliver top notch audio positioning sound quality by accentuating key gaming sound frequencies. From weapon sounds to footsteps, Everglide s500 Professional Gaming Headphones provide crystal clear audio positioning quality, allowing you to pinpoint with pixel perfect accuracy the position of team mates and opponents on a map
Amazon Sales Rank: #30140 in Consumer Electronics Color: N/A Brand: Everglide Model: S500 Dimensions: 7.50" h x 4.00" w x 9.00" l,

Good Product, Overall The product description gives these headphones too much hype, IMHO. Doesn't mean that this is a bad product, but some may expect more than these headphones provide. Take noise isolation for example. They do block some of the high frequency noise out, but you can still hear noisy computer fans, you keyboard when typing and people talking. For me, this is no problem at all, I like to be aware of what is going on around me, but for better noise blocking look for active noise canceling or DJ headphones. My coworker has Sennheiser HD-280s they are much better at blocking the noise. The build quality is good. The cord is thick and sturdy, but I whould have been much happier if it was coiled. The material that comes in contact with your body (on head band and ear cups) looks very gentle. It is still in one piece, but I wouldn't expect it to last long. Sound quality is fairly good. So far I only had these connected to my Dell laptop and the integrated sound card on it is pretty bad. So it's hard to say how good they really are. The bass response is good and the highs are good enough for me to hear MP3 compression artefacts on a 192kbps file. So let's leave it that. I guess, most people are going to have it plugged in into their stock AC97 sound card anyways. To summarize, these are good headphones for a PC, but you can get something very similar in the $30 range and, probably, with much better noise blocking as well. Or you can get something much better than this in the $80-$100 range. 4.5 Stars These headphones are not the best out of the box. I use a x-fi sound card and with some tweaking, this is my best sounding system. Initially, they were too heavy in the mid frequencies. I have both the bass and treble turned up with about ~65% for the x-fi crystallizer setting. They are extremely clear and clean now. The sound is warm enough and the headphones are comfortable enough that I wear them for hours at a time. They have never come close to distorting. I listen to a wide range of music and they are very versatile. These would be 5 stars, but they definitely take a little work to unleash the potential. I gave up on them at first but blew my other headphones. I decided to take the time to tweak the equalizer and other settings and have never regretted my purchase. Very Pleased The first thing I notice about these headphones is that they are big, but surprisingly comfortable. I kept expecting that these would make my ears hot, but they are not any worse than some my other headphones that do not completely cover my ears. I also noticed more hissing than with my previous headphones. In my case this is not a problem with the headphones, but rather that these headphones are so sensitive that they show up my crappy sound card (I can now hear electrical interference from my hard drive when the sound is off). To take full advantage of these headphones you'll want to have a good equalizer. I HIGHLY recommend using the SRS Audio Sandbox overlay with these headphones (sound quality went from above average to awesome!). I use these at work, and I would rate noise dampening at a 4 out of 5. I would also rate the construction/durability at 4 out of 5.

Panasonic RP-HC55-S Headphone (Silver)

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Panasonic RP-HC55-S Headphone (Silver)
From Panasonic

Noise Canceling Earbud Headphones Reduce Outside Noise by 88% (18dB) at 200Hz, Compact Pen-Type Design, Cord Holder for Tangle-Free Storage, Silver; Noise Canceling Yes (reduces background noise); Reduced Background Noise by 88% (18dB) at 200Hz; Drive Unit (diam. in mm) 9; Impedance (ohm/1kHz) 103; Sensitivity (dB/mW) 105; Frequency Response (Hz-kHz) 10-20; Cord Length (ft./m.) 2.3/0.7 + 2.3/0.7; Magnet Type Neodymium; Color Silver; Plug Adaptor for Airplanes Yes; Additional Earpads Included; Weight(g./oz.) without Cord 30/1.06; Clip-on Design: Yes
Color: Silver Brand: Panasonic Model: RP-HC-55-S Dimensions: 6.00" h x 10.00" w x 8.00" l, 1.00 pounds

pretty good set of noise cancelling buds I bought these panasonic noise cancelling buds after the sony N/C buds I bought only worked on one ear. I use a lot of headphones, and I think the sound is pretty good, but not great, and the noise cancelling feature is good, but not great. They are comfortable, and use a rubber type bud that really helps to seal out the sound in addition to the noise cancelling. I really prefer using buds, but the Sennheiser 250 noise cancelling are superior for not a lot more money, but if you are trying to use buds they are pretty good, especially for the money. One annoying thing, the wire to the battery unit is just a little short for walking around with. I am pretty tall but this just hangs from my ears if I don't have a shirt with front pocket or placket. Best Deal! These are the best bang for the buck! I bought them after reading Consumer Report's review rating them higher than the Bose and Sennheisers. I own a pair of Sennheisers and they're ok, but too big. This is my 4th pair of noise cancelling and by far the best. Previously, I've owned Koss, Sennheisers, Logitech and more recently Audio Technica, ranging in price from 35-$100 and by far these are superior in every aspect. These are also the first in ear I've owned. The only downside is the bass is a bit disappointing. I'm curious to see how these match up to the dual driver phones Apple recently released. Give them a 4.5/5 for sound quality, 4.75/5 for sound isolation, 5/5 for value! The best NC earphones for people who wear glasses. I was an early adopter of active noise canceling technology and over the years have had many a pair of ANC headphones. They did serve their primary purpose of hearing protection and I still have them in the garage for the occasional power tool moments. For long commutes, however, these headphones are simply too bulky and heavy to be comfortable. The pressure on the ears becomes particularly unbearable with glass frames. Two years ago, I got a pair of Shure E2c Sound Isolating In-Ear Earphones Color CLEAR - E2C / E2 just for my daily rides on the rail. The Shure is light, convenient and good-sounding. It lacks the active NC circuit but the in-ear design dampens the ambient noise sufficiently on the train. Once I started flying regularly for business, however, I went looking for a stronger solution. My first try was Aiwa HP-CN6 Noise-Canceling Over-the-Ear Headphones, which is much lighter than older designs and thus gives me some hope of less crimping on the ears. Unfortunately, the Aiwa's collapsible frame is hard on the skull and won't stay in place. The noise dampening is mediocre and the pressure on the ears remains too much for me. I began looking for a pair of in-the-ear set with good active noise canceling capability. Surprisingly, there is very little choice available in the market. Although earbuds have a natural advantage in noise isolation, its small size poses difficulties for manufacturers, who need to cram microphones next to the speaker units. Panasonic's expertise in miniaturization comes in handy here, allowing the company to deliver a product of uniquely superior design. I wore the Panasonic RP-HC55 on a recent trip non-stop for eight hours straight and loved it. There is little if any discomfort at all and the noise-canceling works well. It is so light and the cord is short enough that I simply unplug the connector and put it in my shirt pocket without removing the buds during the occasional visits to the restroom. I usually had a hard time falling asleep on the plane, but this time I was able to doze off for a couple of hours. The Panasonic is no doubt the best earphones I have ever owned. Despite my high regards for this product, some nitpicking remains possible. I am used to wrapping the cords of the Shure backward around my ears and lock them in place by tightening the Y-junction against my chin. This is very difficult to do with the Panasonic because its cords are made of elastic rubber and its Y-junction is not adjustable. The range of volume control is fairly limited, particularly on the low side, so one has to look elsewhere if he wants to drop the volume temporarily without killing it altogether. But overall, this is a great product, especially for frequent fliers. ================================== Added 12/08/2009 ================================== Consumer Reports appears to agree with my assessment. The 2009 Electronics issue rates this Panasonic the Best Buy among NC headphones.

Philips SHB6100 - Headset ( behind-the-neck ) - wireless - Bluetooth

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Philips SHB6100 - Headset ( behind-the-neck ) - wireless - Bluetooth
From Philips

Enjoy stereo music streaming from your Bluetooth enabled mobile phone or PC. Experience digital sound quality on OptiFit mounted 32mm neodymium speakers. Switch seamlessly from music to calls at the touch of a button with SwitchStream.
Brand: Philips Model: SHB6100 Dimensions: 2.00 pounds Display size: 0

Best Multi Bluetooth Headset! I have tried many MP3 Bluetooth Headsets, including the HT820 by Motorola, the quality of sound and easy switching modes this one offers is not to compare and the price is great! Good sound quality, battery, Good sound quality, but a bit uncomfortable after few hours of wearing(I have big head..:-)), also difficult to tell when "on", while turning on and when wearing headset ( when turning off there is beep confirming). Another thing is that if playing loud, music can be heard by others ( but this is the normal for that sort of headset, I think). Great and inexpensive bluetooth headphone! I bought this product on Ebay and for me this product is awesome! Paired instantly on my TV Phone. I can switch between listening to music and making calls. Sound is very clear and no drop outs. Range is also good! Battery life is just two days considering that I use it excessively. Charging time is about 4 hours. I also paired the headphone with my PC that has a USB bluetooth dongle and it's just amazing listening to mp3 and watching videos without the wires! To sum up, I love this headphone and will probably use it for a very long time.

Plantronics Explorer 330 Bluetooth Headset (Dusty Pink)

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Plantronics Explorer 330 Bluetooth Headset (Dusty Pink)
From Plantronics

Express your style with the limited edition Plantronics Explorer 330 in Dusty Pink ¿ a classic, affordable, and lightweight headset that fuses Bluetooth wireless technology and attractive design with effortless call control for a true hands-free experience. The Plantronics Explorer 330 headset is easy to use and incorporates all call features¿volume, answer/end call, last-number redial, and voice-activated dialing¿into one single button. With a battery that delivers up to eight hours of talk time, the Plantronics Explorer 330 provides the convenience you want, the style you require and the mobility you need to suit your busy, active lifestyle. Now featuring QuickPair technology, for fast & easy pairing.
Amazon Sales Rank: #215 in Cell Phone Accessories Color: Dusty Pink Brand: Plantronics Model: Explorer 330/R Released on: 2008-05-06 Dimensions: 10.38" h x 1.50" w x 6.00" l, .55 pounds
Light on the ear (as well as on the wallet), the Plantronics Explorer 330 Bluetooth headset provides easy connectivity and effortless call control for a true handsfree experience. The easy-to-use Explorer 330 offers effortless call control--including control of volume, answer/end call, last-number redial, and voice-activated dialing--via a single button for a true hands-free experience. It also offers an omnidirectional microphone that will easily pick up your voice and up to 8 hours of talk time on a single charge. With a range of 10 meters (30 feet) and an omni-directional microphone, the Explorer 330 gives you great sound at a great price. The Plantronics QuickPair technology ensures it is easy to connect to any Bluetooth-enabled device. It fits comfortably and securely on either ear, andthe unique speaker design optimizes sound quality. Weighing less than an ounce, it's comfortable for all-day wear. Key Features Talk time: Up to 8 hours Standby time: Up to 240 hours Weight: 0.6 ounces (17 grams) Headset controls: One-touch volume, call answer/end, last number redial, voice-activated dialing Bluetooth technology: Version 2.0 Bluetooth profile compatibility: Connects with all Bluetooth-enabled devices supporting headset and hands-free profiles QuickPair Pairing Instructions Headsets with QuickPair are automatically in pairing mode when powered on until paired with the first device. Step 1: Start with headset powered OFF. Hold down headset Call Control button for four seconds--release when Indicator Light flashes red and blue. Headset is now discoverable. Headset will remain discoverable until it is paired with its first device. Step 2: Use your device's menu to enter its pairing mode and select 220Plantronics on the display. 0000 is the pairing passkey. Subsequent Pairings: To manually place headset in Pairing Mode, begin with the headset turned off, then press the call control button for 8-10 seconds until the headset indicator light flashes red and blue. The headset is now in pairing mode for the next 60 seconds. To pair with a phone, repeat Step 2. Reconnection for Previously Paired Devices: If the Bluetooth phone and your Plantronics Bluetooth headset have been out of range for an extended amount of time or if the headset and/or phone were turned off and do not automatically reconnect, simply do a short press of the call control button and the devices will reconnect. What's in the Box Headset, AC charger, printed operating instructions
Okay for the price. This is a pretty piece of equipment and worked great in a stationary setting (i.e. in the house or in the office) but had horrible static during movement (i.e. in the car or walking outside at the park or even in my driveway). The new law passed in California where drivers MUST use an ear piece so it really doesn't do me any good to have a great ear piece in a stationary setting when I need it most while driving. I gave it to a friend in the hopes that it wouldn't be staticy in the places she travels to/from. She has yet to try it out but if not it's going to have to go up on ebay bec I ended up buying the Plantronics Discovery 925 in Cerise Pink (my original choice but at the time the pink was not yet available). I've had absolutely no problems with that unit and it was costly but worth it. As they say- you get what you pay for! Plantronics Explorer 330 Bluetooth Headset I bought this for my wife along with my Plantronics 520, although mine isn't pink. She absolutely loves it and the sound quality is awesome, crisp and clear. The only drawback is when I have my headset on, I usually have to turn the volume down a couple of notches. The overal background noise is not bad at all. It does a great job of filtering it out or dampening it. If she is on the computer playing games or in the car with he radio on, she has to turn the volume down or off, but that is to be expected. It fits great in the ear and does try to fall off when I look down or bend over. And it doesn't 'bounce around' when I am walking like other brands do. I don't have discomfort wearing it and it doesn't get in the way of my glasses. I forget I have it on. You can always count on Plantronics for quality and comfort. Terrible Microphone Even though the Pink Explorer 330 was very comfortable and had great reception it was all down hill when people on the other end of the conversation could'nt here me. I traded headsets so that I could get an idea of what people were talking about. It picked up all the surrounding noise. I could barely hear my friend's voice. Just like I could, she heard me and the reception on her end was good. The problem lies with the microphone. It picks up everything around you. I thought maybe I got a buggy one. I exchanged it for a new one. Same problems again. I love the design and feel but thats where it ends. As much as I wanted to like it, I couldn't. Save your money and buy the plantronics voyager 520. Its a much better headset.

Wireless Bluetooth Handsfree Headset for RIM Blackberry 8110 Pearl, 8330 Curve, 8120 Pearl, 8130 Pearl, 8310 Curve, 8320 Curve, 8820, 8300 Curve, 8830, 8800, 8703e, 8100 Pearl, 7130c, 7130g, 8700 8700c, 7130e, 7100i, 7250, 7520, 7290, 7100r, 7100t, 7105t Smartphone

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Wireless Bluetooth Handsfree Headset for RIM Blackberry 8110 Pearl, 8330 Curve, 8120 Pearl, 8130 Pearl, 8310 Curve, 8320 Curve, 8820, 8300 Curve, 8830, 8800, 8703e, 8100 Pearl, 7130c, 7130g, 8700 8700c, 7130e, 7100i, 7250, 7520, 7290, 7100r, 7100t, 7105t Smartphone
From Bargaincell


Amazon Sales Rank: #2795 in Office Product Brand: Bargaincell

WHAT A PIECE OF CRAP THIS THING SUCKS. It works fine if you're holding the phone in front of your face but the second you put it in your pocket there's distortion and crackling. Thanks a lot faceless crappy corporation for making an inferior product and wasting my time and money. Maybe I'm being mean and it's just my phone. But I tried real hard and the only thing this bluetooth is good for is making calls and making everyone on the other end think they are on speaker phone and asking you to call back later. How embarrassing. horrible :-/ I'm very dissapointed in this product. I was so excited to get a headset for my htc hero sprint phone and when I talk to everyone it sounds like crap. No one can understand what I am saying. Everyone says that it sounds like I'm mummbling :-/. Upset, biggest waste of 19 dollars

Easy Touch Computer Headphone Microphone, PC Stereo Headset (Silver) ET-278, for Notebook, Computer, Game, Internet Chat, Conference, Skype Web phone, MP3; Features: Noise Suppression, Mini Jack Port, Volume Regulation Control, by EasyTouch

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Easy Touch Computer Headphone Microphone, PC Stereo Headset (Silver) ET-278, for Notebook, Computer, Game, Internet Chat, Conference, Skype Web phone, MP3; Features: Noise Suppression, Mini Jack Port, Volume Regulation Control, by EasyTouch
From Easy Touch

Smooth volume regulation - Regulation of microphone location Full compatibility with all the most known sound cards High quality speakers of headphones Wideband microphone with noise suppression
Brand: Easy Touch Model: ET278 Dimensions: 5.50" h x 2.50" w x 11.50" l, 2.00 pounds

Good for the price Sound quality on earpiece and mic are good. As sturdy as any modestly priced headset. Does put pressure on ears after extended wear.

Emerge Technologies Retractable Earbud with In-Line Mic for VOIP Calling Computer Headset with Microphone (ETAUDIOVOIP)

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Emerge Technologies Retractable Earbud with In-Line Mic for VOIP Calling Computer Headset with Microphone (ETAUDIOVOIP)
From Emerge Tech

Retractable Computer Headset with Stereo Noise Isolating In-Ear Earbuds and in-line Microphone for VoIP.
Color: Black Brand: Emerge Tech Model: ETAUDIOVOIP Dimensions: 1.25" h x 4.50" w x 6.50" l, .10 pounds

Useful but not perfect I searched long and hard for a wired headset w/mic to use with VOIP on my netbook. The device had to be super-compact with easily stowable cords and had to work decently. My purpose for having this device is as a substitute for when my Jabra Bluetooth headset is not charged or other-wise unusable. This device fills the bill in most respects. The two shortcomings are 1)poorly fitting earpiece 2)inconsistant cord-length lock mechanism. The cord-length lock is getting better over time and I was able to fix the ear fit problem by replacing the provided ear-gel with a spare Jabra ear-gel. Much better! Sound quality (sending & receiving) is not stellar but is acceptable. Works. Cheap. Teeny I bought this to try out Skype. I hadn't ever tried it and was absolutely expecting crap quality of the connections. I was totally wrong. Further, I was wrong about this headset. I am amazed - really - at how well it works. It's not perfect, but it's a lot like a wired car kit. People can hear background noise. But it's simple, clear, and it was cheap. Great way to try Skype. And great thing to toss into my laptop bag to make calls. It works! Completely useless I can only assume that the majority of other reviews here are false and written by a marketing company, for the length of cord and sound quality are completely inconsequential when you consider the fact that the earpiece *does not fit in your ear.* Don't get me wrong here, I don't have some weird ear physiology - my cell earpiece fits fine, my mp3 earbuds fit fine, but this thing isn't shaped for a human ear, nor does it allow the addition one of those little foam covers for a more snug fit. I'm actually more annoyed at being misled by these reviews than I am about the poor quality of the product; shame on people who do this.

Jabra Bluetooth Headset [Bulk Packaging]

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Jabra Bluetooth Headset [Bulk Packaging]
From Motorola

The Jabra BT530 with advanced Noise Blackout is the first Bluetooth headset that eliminates unwanted background noise! Compact and lightweight for all-day comfort, the BT530 delivers crystal-clear sound, up to 5-1/2 hours of talk time & a whole lot more! Wherever you are, the new-generation BT530 offers a truly noise-free experience with pristine sound quality! Personalize your fit with its secure earhook or ultra-comfy eargel wearing styles. Then experience the BT530's abundant features, including intelligent volume control that automatically adjusts received audio levels for optimal audibility and Audio Shock Protection that protects your ears against sudden noise spikes. It auto-pairs in seconds with your Bluetooth cell phone and even lets you pair up to 8 Bluetooth devices and connect to 2 simultaneously! Plus, it supports such phone-dependent features as answer/end/reject call, voice dialing and last number redial.
Brand: Motorola Model: BT530 BULK Dimensions: .2 pounds

Quality vs Price This is a super noise controller bluetooth hands free but I think the price is high Beware of "Bulk Packaging" - It's actually REFURBISHED!! I just received the package. As described, I wasn't quite expecting to be in the original retail box, but in a loose OEM box. But at least, I expected it to be NEW! But to my horror, this turned out to be a REFURBISHED product! Which probably meant that this was a returned USED product, and not a NEW unit OEM-packed for space savings purposes. I'm thoroughly dissapointed! This should have at least been made known to the buyer! Careful with on/off switch Sound quality is good when listening to my iPod, but battery life is too short (about 3hrs). Be very careful when turning on/off. Had to return first one because on/off switch popped off and I couldn't get it back on! Recharging time is really fast.

Emerson Over The Head Bluetooth Headset

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Emerson Over The Head Bluetooth Headset
From Emerson

Easily pairs with your Bluetooth phone Up to 6 hours talk/200 hours standby time One touch answer, end, and redial Volume control while fitting Either ear comfortably Rechargeable lithium-ion battery Includes Bluetooth Headset, Home charger, car charger, Usb Charging Cable
Amazon Sales Rank: #962 in Cell Phone Accessories Color: Black Brand: Emerson Model: EM-237C Dimensions: 5.00" h x 1.00" w x 4.00" l,

Great Headset, Loud Speaker, and Excellent Microphone I have a hard time using Bluetooth headsets for two main reasons: either people can't hear me (I'm soft spoken and my car has a lot of background noise) or I can't hear them (my phone's audio volume is poor). Standard Bluetooth ear pieces don't really work for me, and as I travel frequently in states that now prohibit handset use while driving, I needed a sensible solution. Wired over-the-head versions of this didn't work well with my phone due to the volume issue. I've only had this for a few days now and it's been a slam-dunk. People have no trouble hearing me, and I even have to turn the volume *down* for a change to hear them. Pairing took a moment or two, but once I was up and running it's been a pleasure to use. I can even use my phone's voice activation system properly now for short names. There's a short list of cons to this product (which I'm happy to write-off as nuisances). When it goes into power saving mode, I haven't noticed a tone or other clear notification yet. However, all I need to do is tap the action button and it connects back to my phone. The headset isn't always that comfortable if I'm wearing a hat, but it is comfortable to the point I've forgotten I had it on. If you've had trouble with 'stylish' Bluetooth ear pieces, this is a great alternative that has served me well. There's no substitute for having a mic that actually sits next to your mouth. Awesome Headset! After finally upgrading to a Bluetooth phone, I investigated all of those chic over-the-ear devices. All of the professional tech reviews (on the pro Web sites) discussed incremental advances in the capabilities of the sets to filter out noise, particularly in vehicles. Overwhelmingly, the pro's said over-the-ear devices are improving, but all gave them low marks for vehicle noise. Perhaps they're great if you're not in a vehicle. So, I decided to seek an "old-fashioned" over-the-head model. I read the reviews for various models on Amazon, including the December 7, 2009 review by Nathaniel for this Emerson headset. (I'm forever grateful, Nathaniel!) By the time the Emerson headset arrived, my husband needed one because his old (non-Bluetooth) cell phone had suddenly perished. Unlike me, my husband is not a tech geek and he LOVES this headset - easy to use, clear, excellent noise filtration for the user and the person they've called. Thus, I'm ordering another one, today, so I can have one just like I'd planned!

C220s Flexible Mobile Stereo Headset

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C220s Flexible Mobile Stereo Headset
From Jabra

With its flexible behind-the-ear wearing style the C220s gives you the freedom to enjoy the best in stereo sounds and at the touch of a button use your mobile phone. It comes with an adaptor for use with music players.


Sound is good, fit is good, mic is worthless Although supposedly compatible with the motorola Rokr phones, these things only work to listen- the button to switch calls fails, as does the microphone. Don't bother. To add to it, the speakers are underpowered; after using for a while I replaced them with maximo's and it was like night and day. I had no idea how bad these were.

Plantronics .Audio 645 USB Behind the Head Headset

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Plantronics .Audio 645 USB Behind the Head Headset
From Plantronics

The Plantronics .Audio 645 USB headset combines rich stereo sound with digitally enhanced voice quality for Skype, Windows Live, or Yahoo Messenger Internet calling. A choice of connectivity - analog or USB - makes it easy to plug and play. Enjoy consistent, high-quality audio for Internet calling, playing games, or relaxing with music.
Brand: Plantronics Model: 76808-01 Format: CD Dimensions: .0" h x .0" w x .0" l, .58 pounds

Very good headset I have always like the behind the head headsets better than the over the top kind. The other ones have typically lasted me about a year before the pads wear out or something just gives up and breaks. This headset fits well, sounds great, and the option of USB or .3mm makes it even better. I wanted to try out USB, but also wanted to be sure to be using my X-FI card (which is only used with the 3mm). Anyway, now I am strictly USB. Nice job on this headset Plantronics! From other experiences with Plantronics, I have found their customer service to be very good and they tend to stand behind their products. This means a lot to me. One thing I learned was that a USB headset when plugged in, will automatically switch the volume and mic to the headset from the speakers. In the past with 3mm I always had to have a switch and I know many have to unplug the other by climbing under the desk. Good basic headset This is a good, basic headset. It takes a little while to get used to the behind-the-neck headband, but it doesn't muss your hair! The earpieces are NOT foam, so they won't fall apart after a period of time. Getting a comfortable fit and getting the mic in the right place took some time. For the price, this is a great value since the audio to USB adapter will work with any mic/headset combination. You can configure it as a second audio card. Quality all around I needed a headset that had a microphone to be able to communicate both on Skype and several video games that require that easier communication. Right away I was impressed by the ease at which my computer handled it and in less then 20 seconds it was fully operational. The quality of the sound was amazing and the easy access volume control is just icing on the cake. The microphone has great sound quality and there has never been a problem with anyone not being able to hear me or getting overwhelmed by background noise. Now, there is a few issues. Firstly the cheap plastic tabs that held right earpiece in place broke after a fall of only a foot. Second, the behind the ear design is uncomfortable with the way the headset secures itself. Add in a pair of glasses and the entire rig crosses over into painful until you become accustomed to it. Overall this is a headset with amazing sound quality both incoming and outgoing though wearing it takes quite a bit of getting used to. 3 1/2 stars.

Plantronics GameCom Open-Ear Gaming Headset with Full Range Stereo

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Plantronics GameCom Open-Ear Gaming Headset with Full Range Stereo
From Plantronics

Because your hardware should be as powerful as your gaming skills, the GameCom 377 headset delivers rugged construction and vigorous sound. A lightweight frame and specially designed earpods redistribute pressure for maximum comfort, while the open-ear design lets you catch all the in-game sound effects without losing touch with your surroundings. When you're ready to fire off orders, unveil the hidden, noise-canceling microphone boom to strategize clearly with team members. Adjust audio levels using in-line volume and microphone-mute controls. When you're done, rotate and tuck the microphone boom inside the headset - then let your score do the talking.
Brand: Plantronics Model: 79731-01 Platform: No Operating System Original language: English Dimensions: 1.25 pounds

Amazing for music I use this just for music and movie watching. I don't think I could of found a better headphones for the price I paid. My only complaint is that the mic portion of it doesn't work on Snow Leopard. Maybe someone will come out with a fix for that soon. Nice headset This guy is a great headset. The microphone is very clear and convenient. The sound quality from the headset is better than you might think for the price. My only problem is that the headset it kind of tight. I don't have a particularly big head, but I feel like the headphone cups press against the side of my head around the ears kind of hard. I have been waiting for a few weeks to see if this gets better, and it has, but only a little bit. Having said that, I have worn these headphone for 6 hours straight and was OK. The headset is well worth the money - especially for gaming. Excellent Headset! This Plantronics GameCom Open-Ear Gaming Headset, is an absolutely excellent product. Headset is very comfortable, with very large ear cups, and an excellent quality microphone. I am involved in internet radio broadcasting, so mic quality is a must. I am very pleased!

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