Best telephone headsets according to redditors

I have these ones and so far they're working great! They're nothing special, but they get the job done and the connection works great.

Your absolute cheapest option is to get 3 Bluetooth headsets (early 2000s style) and pair them with your crews phones and do a 3-way call. But I don’t recommend that at all.

Next cheapest is to pony up about $180 for these: Referee Headset 3 Referees Talk Same time Football Wireless Headsets Wireless Football Headsets Headset Football Referee Communication https://www.amazon.com/dp/B074W37NQP/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_kjhPDbHXRFCK3

I have that set and they work great. I’ve used mich nicer ones like Vokkeros and honest they’re not that drastically different

I've been using this style for a while. I prefer over the ear as well. https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00KQG6QFG/ref=pd_aw_sim_sbs_107_2?ie=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=J9W3E65BQ85AJW4BCSTQ

I really like these.

Bluetooth Earbuds, TaoTronics Wireless Sweatproof Sports Headphones (Bluetooth 4.1, Secure Ear Hooks Design with Cable Clips, 7 Hours Play Time) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01BV2BPVS/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_UxPMxbM2S1ZKY

https://www.amazon.com/Xtreme-Technologies-BT-Bluetooth-Gateway/dp/B00135XU7Q

This might be better

1. I wear glasses, and this makes some styles bothersome.
   
   
2. I have an asshole cat that loves to eat cords. Any and all. Will dig them out of my bags. so 100% wireless Bluetooth is a must
   
   
3. Stereo is a must. I only one-ear it if I have to talk to someone.
   
   
4. I tried the iPhone earbud style, and was disappointed with the pairing difficulty, battery life and charging. Plus they didn’t stay in well.
   
   I ended up with cootree They are a little heavier than I’d like, but they aren’t huge and have a great battery life. I ordered a knockoff from wish.com and it’s a bit stiffer than these, but also acceptable.

I use cheaper bluetooth iems to use with my phone since its easier not to have cables when working out..
i bought these not too long ago.. nothing great but good enough for the gym.

TaoTronics Bluetooth Headphones Wireless In Ear Earbuds Sports Sweatproof Earphones with Built-in Mic (Cordless 4.1, Secure Ear Hooks Design, 7 Hours Play Time) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01BV2BPVS/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_6r9DybZ9A96BK

This crappy looking thing
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Konig-Audio-Headset-Loudspeaker-Switch/dp/B000WCNF2G/ref=sr_1_5?ie=UTF8&qid=1519344120&sr=8-5&keywords=headphone+switch

is one of my favourite accessories. It allows you to switch between headphones and speakers at the touch of a button. It also allows you to turn on and off your mike if you have one and finally it provides independent volume control for the headphones so you don't have to adjust your volume every time you switch between speaker and headphones. I know that you can do all this in software these days but having a button on the desk is just easier and you don't have to tab out of your game to do it. I have used one for over a decade and still love it.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00KQG6QFG/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

These!! I can't recommend them enough. They are only $20 and I wear them every day. I've had them for 3 years and really no complaints. When I run they stay put, and I can hear ambient noise from cars. When I lift, they are easy to pop on and off to talk to people. Highly highly recommend.

These guys have lasted me through the summer and fall on my bike. Sound great, don't fall off of my head, and all of my sweat and the bit of rain they saw have had zero negative effect on them.

Sennheiser CX 275 https://www.amazon.in/dp/B008V6T1IW, comes with 2 years warranty. They'll replace with a new one if anything happens.

https://www.amazon.in/Sennheiser-CX-275-Universal-Headphone/dp/B008V6T1IW/ref=sr_1_fkmr0_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1540807604&sr=8-1-fkmr0&keywords=sennheiser+c

There are Bluetooth adapters you can get that connects your cellphone to a landline.

https://www.amazon.ca/Xtreme-Technologies-BT-Bluetooth-Gateway/dp/B00135XU7Q
This is on amazon canada

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0018NWQPK/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1482807040&sr=8-3&pi=SY200_QL40&keywords=bluetooth+to+landline&dpPl=1&dpID=41uWaHXVvVL&ref=plSrch
This is on amazon.com

Ive also seen them in bestbuy here, but may vary by location

Something like this?

http://www.amazon.com/Wireless-Bluetooth-Landline-Adapter-Telephone/dp/B00AX5LE3E

or...

http://www.amazon.com/Bluetooth-Telephone-Landline-Headset-Adapter/dp/B00A0X9X00

Location: India

Budget: Indian ₹6,000 (~US $100) Hard limit. It's a big amount to me. Most mid-range android phones cost between ₹8,000-₹15,000.

Source: 50% Laptop and 50% Android phone

Requirements for Isolation: I will be using it both at home and on public transportation, so headphones with sound leaks are not preferable.

Preferred Type of Headphone: I would prefer over-ear rather than on-ear or IEM.

Preferred tonal balance: Overall balanced pair

Past headphones:

• Sennheiser HD 202 II Professional Over-Ear Headphone (Black)
  
• Sennheiser PX 80 Over-Ear Headphone (Black/Silver)
  
• Sennheiser CX 275 S In -Ear Universal Mobile Headphone With Mic (Black)
  
  Preferred music:
  
  
• I listen to a LOT of rock, metal, heavy metal and listen to classical music (usually Mozart, Bach, Tchaikovsky and Beethoven) on public transportation. I do not listen to rap or pop music.
  
  What I would like to improve on from my current set-up:
  
  
• I have a Sennheiser CX 275 S In -Ear Universal Mobile Headphone With Mic (Black) right now.
  It's an amazing pair, but at high ranges, it tends to lose its charm. Somehow, I feel like there's something missing. The wire is too flimsy and the part near the 3.5 mm jack is broken and frayed now.
  
  
• The Sennheiser HD 202 II Professional Over-Ear Headphone (Black) was great, but its cord was way too long and it wasn't very practical outside the house because of its weight and how hot it became.
  
  
• The Sennheiser PX 80 Over-Ear Headphone (Black/Silver) was never to my satisfaction. The foam was too thin, there was a lot of sound leakage and my ears hurt after usage (I have comically large ears)
  
  Extra points if you can get me a pair with in-built mike and buttons.
  
  I am kind of a Sennheiser fan and I have narrowed down my search to 2 alternatives:
  
  
• [Sennheiser HD-461-G Over-Ear Headphones for Android (Black)](http://www.amazon.in/Sennheiser-HD-461-G-
  Over-Ear-Headphones-Android/dp/B013UTN6EE/)
  
  
• Sennheiser HD 4.20s Around-Ear Headphones (Black)
  
  A website that may help whoever wants to help me: Headphone Zone India
  
  Can r/headphones help me buy a good pair? Are there any alternatives in their price range?
  I would love to switch to other companies.
  
  I cannot take international delivery.

For anyone who needs a mic, here's a nice cheap headset mic for $11.50 that'll work perfectly for Tagpro: http://www.amazon.com/Plantronics-Audio-326-Stereo-Headset/dp/B001S2RCXW/

im glad bluetooth mics arent an option. voice quality on ps3 was trash
I got a 2.5mm headset with an adapter. works great and is similar to xbox 360. voice chat sounds clear and mic is good and there is a mic volume switch on it as well so the sensitivity on these are low which is great. ive tried at least 10 headsets from the vita ear buds, the original psp headset and other brands such as logitech and I think this one works the best

there is also a mute switch and volume slider

here is the
adapter: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B002SKAP46/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o05_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

here is the headset: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000ANOY7M/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o06_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

Seconded. I've been using one of those (different brand here in the UK, and much cheaper, but apparently otherwise identical) for a couple of years now, and even though it's not the most robust of devices it's serving so well that I've bought a second in case anything goes wrong with it.

I don't know about " for life " but I wear Bluetooth almost everyday and these ones I've had about 2 years with no end in sight

https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01BV2BPVS/ref=mp_s_a_1_11?ie=UTF8&qid=1506396638&sr=8-11&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=taotronics

But what if you want a mic as well? AFAIK, most non gaming headphones with mics cost a lot more than gaming headphones with mics.

this is one of amazons #1 selling headphones, 4 star rating with over 1k reviews, and they're not even $20.

if you get seinnheiser you're spending a lot more, even for earbuds.

Now whether or not the price differences are worth it one way or the other I'm not trying to say, just that if you want a gaming headset with a mic, it seems like you are better off going with the "gaming" brand rather than more name brands.

I have these. They aren't wireless, but the sound quality is amazing. They are USB, so I think they should work on the PS3 as well.

If you want cheaper options, you can get good, reliable stuff from Logitech that works on both PS3 and PC: Logitech H390 and Logitech 350

So after a few suggestions I started digging around and evidently something called a "bluetooth gateway" exists that exposes your smartphone's telephony abilities to a bluetooth-connected RJ11 port, that even yields a fake dialtone when the phone isn't active. Supposed to be DTMF compatible.

One example:

https://smile.amazon.com/Xtreme-Technologies-BT-Bluetooth-Gateway/dp/B00135XU7Q/

Any reason this wouldn't work with a POTS-style phone patch, like this?

https://www.mfjenterprises.com/Product.php?productid=MFJ-624E

I couldn't find anything that takes a sim to hook a phone to but you could use the current phone with bluetooth to connect it to a normal phone.

You could get a Cordless Phone System with bluetooth or get something like this Bluetooth Gateway. Just leave the phone plugged in by the base station / gateway.

I work out of coffee shops every single day and utilize a bluetooth headset from Plantronics. I can sit in the middle of a busy Starbucks without most people on the other end even knowing. They are a tad pricey and battery life is maybe 6 hours, but I never get complaints on ambient noise.

Plantronics VOYAGER-5200-UC (206110-01) Advanced NC Bluetooth Headsets System

Even though it is Uruguay the less than $10 thing just flabbergasts me. You are going to spend $1-3 on an adapter I would think.

How much is something like this set in Uruguray?

https://www.amazon.com/Plantronics-M214C-Headset-Adjustable/dp/B000ANOY7M/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1487191418&sr=8-2&keywords=phone+headset

I have these TaoTronics ones and they are awesome. Plus they are on sale for $16 right now (normally 26)

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B074M9946X/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_6x44CbT4885V3

With respect, I think perhaps you have unrealistic expectations from your phone and situation. I will explain by answering some of your specific questions/points:

> I keep my phone in my bag like many women.

Please note that, by doing this, you are blinding yourself when it comes to the contents of your bag. This is not a criticism; it is an observation that I hope we can agree is accurate: when you grab something in a bag without opening the bag, you cannot see it, which means you risk touching something you may want to avoid.

> My phone rings, I go to grab it, in doing so my finger touches the phone screen and rejects the call. What is going on with this terrible design???

This can happen when grabbing something you can't see. This is not a terrible design; it was designed with a touchscreen that you can, well, touch to perform tasks. You are accidentally performing a task the phone was designed to allow: reject a call with a small swipe. You are doing this because you are not taking precautions to avoid doing so. The phone was designed to be used by people who can see it. Your choice to not look at what you touch is outside the scope of their design.

> How am I supposed to do this?

You have three options:

1. Look before you grab. If you cannot or will not do this, consider an alternative solution since the current one clearly isn't working. Speaking of alternative solutions:
   
2. Buy a special case that covers the screen. There are many options for this; some of them quite stylish or functional. Samsung makes a smart cover that can display information, and there are many wallet cases on the market that will hold your phone as well as cards, coins, or whatever else while also protecting the display from accidental touches.
   
3. Buy a bag/purse that has a pocket or slot that holds your phone reliably in the same position, and ensure that you always insert your phone in the same way. My wife has a sling-style purse that supports this. There are literally hundreds/thousands of bags that offer pockets designed for phones, including many purses, backpacks, duffel bags, etc.
   
4. Consider purchasing a Bluetooth headset that will allow you to answer your phone without touching it. I recommend the Plantronics Voyager Legend or Voyager 5200.
   
   Any of the above solutions will solve your current problem. It is up to you whether or not the cost of a new case/device/bag is worth the hassle you've faced thus far.
   
   > Its even worse if I go for one of those ones with the screen wrapped around the edge. Don't they understand that we actually need to pick up and hold these things with our hand??
   
   Yes, they do. And, to be blunt, the phone can be held in one's hand without accidentally touching the screen if you are cautious. If you want more of a gap, buy a case. There are many cases that are classy and high quality, made of materials like leather, hardwood, or other fine materials other than plastic. Samsung knows that many, many people put cases on their phone because they don't want to risk damaging a $700-$1,500 device. Many of these cases are slim, and some cover the screen as described above. For those who don't wish to do use a case, they take care when handling their phone. You may need to re-learn how to hold it. This is something many of us have had to do when buying a new phone: we sometimes have to learn new ways to interact. This can include, when the edge style changes, how to hold it.
   
   > Why is it that when a call comes through, it has no form of protection from accidental screen interaction, because the grand majority of people will have their phone in their pocket or a bag.
   
   Because most people pay closer attention to their placement of the phone than you have chosen to do so far. In a pocket, it goes in one way and gets pulled out in one way, which means you can control what parts of the phone you touch. You may of course continue to grab your phone without looking, but please understand that most people choose to take a more proactive approach. Your choice does not match most people's when it comes to this. In fact, you are the first person I've heard of who has chosen against using any of the solutions I mentioned above. You can resolve this simply by putting your phone in a pocket or slot in your bag and the problem will go away.
   
   > This just screams of atrocious product design.
   
   With respect, the design is fine. They simply didn't design it for people who don't look at what they grab when they know it has a touchscreen. It is impossible to design something that matches the use-case for every customer's unique situation, so they went with the most common: that people will look at what they grab or that they will take minimal precautions to avoid touching something they don't want to touch.
   
   > The main reason I choose Samsung is because of gorilla glass that allows me to bypass a phone case and save money and tacky design.
   
   Again, with respect, Gorilla Glass only makes it harder to break, not impossible. If you drop it on a hard enough surface (such as cement), it will still crack. It is possible that you may be expecting more strength than is realistic from your device. In addition, you are going to find (if you look closely) that microscratches are probably beginning to form on both the front and back of your device. Gorilla Glass isn't proof against damage; it's simply a protective measure designed to extend the useful life of your device. If you want to avoid damage, buy a case. If you don't want to buy a case, recognize that damage is not only likely; it is inevitable, one way or another.
   
   > Do Samsung even do any testing of their products whatsoever? Do they even understand the basic functions of the device they are making??
   
   Of course they do. Your expectations do not match those of most consumers, and therefore Samsung has not designed a phone that supports those expectations.
   
   > What do people do? Is everyone just using a case even though it really ought not be necessary because of how tough the device is?
   
   Yes, most people use a case if they face issues like yours. No, it is not reasonable to characterize a case as "ought not to be necessary" because this varies wildly depending on the situation. People drop their phones. People carry sharp objects in their bags. People, because of these factors, plan ahead. It is possible that you may wish to consider doing so as well. This is not a criticism; merely an observation. I hope my recommendations are helpful.

I can't speak for if these stick out too far for your helmet or not, but I have no problem of them staying in my ears and they only cost 36 bucks. The sound quality isn't Bose sound by any means, but for the price I was very impressed.

TaoTronics Bluetooth Headphones Wireless In Ear Earbuds Sports Sweatproof Earphones with Built in Mic (Cordless 4.1, Secure Ear Hooks Design, 7 Hours Play Time) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01BV2BPVS/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_oK39ybCHDJ9MH

Edit: I thought I should add they have another sleeker looking model that costs 29.99 that have just a hook that hangs around your ear.
TaoTronics Bluetooth Headphones, Wireless 4.1 Magnetic Earbuds aptX Stereo Earphones, IPX5 Splash Proof Secure Fit for Sports with Built-in Mic [Upgraded Version] https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01GNYFT8E/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_NM39yb17EF9XQ

Yeah I have these and they are much the same. Acceptable audio quality and great for running. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01BV2BPVS/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awdb_plM9ybVNDHZWZ

I have four different pairs of cheap bluetooth earphones ([this is one of the better pairs] (https://www.amazon.com/TaoTronics-Bluetooth-Headphones-Sweatproof-Earphones/dp/B01BV2BPVS/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1492185689&sr=8-3&keywords=taotronics+bluetooth+headphones)) and they all work well for the gym. They aren't heavy, and didn't really take any getting used to for me. Battery life seems good to me, though I haven't timed it.

You and I both need this headset, so we can talk to people over the internet without typing. Being alone in a new place can be much easier to deal with if you have people to talk to.

I hope you enjoy living in your new place, and that you get the things you need.

Maybe try those earbuds that are especially made for sports. They come with a clampy-thing so that the don't fall out of your ears!

https://www.amazon.com/TaoTronics-Bluetooth-Headphones-Sweatproof-Earphones/dp/B01BV2BPVS/ref=sr_1_7?ie=UTF8&qid=1480375378&sr=8-7&keywords=sport+headphones&refinements=p_72%3A2661618011

Ich vermute, dein Gehäuse hat keinen Front-Audio-Anschluss, oder? Ansonsten einfach da das Headset rein und im Audiotreiber entsprechend konfigurieren. So was könnte es auch für den Disketten- oder den CD-Slot geben, falls da noch was an deinem Gehäuse frei ist. Eine weitere billige Möglichkeit wäre ein Y-Klinkenstecker, so dass du Headset und Anlage gleichzeitig befeuern kannst. Müsstest dann halt die Anlage aus machen, wenn Headset genutzt wird, um die Nachbarn nicht mehr zu beschallen und evtl. im Audiotreiber einstellen, dass der Bass nicht aus den Kanälen für vorne links und rechts rausgefiltert wird. (was ist eigentlich mit vorne mitte? wird die box genutzt?)

Ansonsten ist denke ich so was hier am ehesten was du suchst, oder halt wie von anderen vorgeschlagen, USB-Soundkarte (sind angeblich sogar besser, weil keine Interferenz mit anderen Komponenten auf dem Mainboard) oder USB-Headset.

edit link repariert

The reddit HiFi guys recommend a good pair of headphones and this It is what I use if you have heard me on comms and when I switched people kept saying how much clearer I was.

Amazon has some good prices on headsets, can't vouch for either of these but a quick search turned up an inexpensive Plantronics and an el cheapo 5 dollar mic.

It doesn't have to be expensive for everyone to hear you :)

Otherwise that is simply solved by a switch like this:

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Konig-CMP-SWITCH17-Audio-Switch/dp/B000WCNF2G

Switches between headphones & speakers with one button. Has worked perfectly for me without any restarts =)

Yes. I use ref comms that can be bought on Amazon for $185 for a set of 3. A lot of the refs in my area have gotten them, and they make life way easier when doing upper level youth games or high school. It's very convenient to communicate decisions and talk through things on the comms rather than having to walk over and make a scene. Also the CR can focus more on the action in the middle when there are tight offside situations. The comms also help you look more professional. I find that it adds a level of respect from coaches and players.


https://www.amazon.com/dp/B074W37NQP/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_hKG4Db5MD197A

I got this but it was during a sale, which brought it down to 20-30 dollars. It works fine, but I've only used it for L4D2 and a bit of IRC.

I use the Plantronic 326 for things like Skype and even use an adapter to connect it to my phone.

http://www.amazon.com/Plantronics-Audio-326-Stereo-Headset/dp/B001S2RCXW

I'm not a gamer, so I have no idea how this works for gaming, but it's fine for the many conference calls I end up on.

I bought that exact pair and had the exact same issue with my Nexus 6.

Its the earbuds, I returned them and bought these

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01BV2BPVS/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o04_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

no issues.

which is a bummer because I like Anker products

That looks very nice. I got this one last year because it was on sale for $20. and it has been solid for me at the gym.

I recently ordered these and have been happy with them so far. Ear hooks will prevent them from falling off, and removing one of the silicone earbuds allows in plenty of ambient sound for situational awareness.

I have these earbuds: https://smile.amazon.com/gp/product/B01BV2BPVS/ref=od_aui_detailpages00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

The hooks help keep them in place even if they aren't the most stylish. Sound quality is pretty good too.

I disagree with everything on this list. Here are my counterpoints.

1. The weight feels awesome, and I never seem to misplace my phone with the battery case on.
   
   
2. Wealth is relative, but $60 is not that much money. Give it to yourself as a birthday present.
   
   
3. Plug your phone in at night, wake up with both completely charged. Your comment seems imply the battery is charged first, which is not true. Plug your phone in > QuickCharge 3.0 the phone first > once that's done it charges the battery with 2.1 amps. Takes 4.5 hours to complete charge both the phone and battery from 0. When you charge your phone off the battery it's cable charging at 2.0 amps, takes about an 1.5 hours, just like off the wall.
   
   
4. This is simply not true. The ZeroLemon battery case for the S7 Edge provides ample protection, just like a Spigen case with the lip (I have one). The Samsung one does not. Again, what you said is just wrong.
   
   
5. Wireless charging should be avoided since it heats the battery, it is also much slower. I never use Samsung Pay, they don't even accept my bank.
   
   
6. I bought a pack of these for aux cables, but use my wireless headphones anyway so hardly even need the extenders.
   
   
   None of the reasons he listed have had any practical effect on my use of the ZeroLemon battery case, so take his opinion with a grain of salt.

I have 3 pairs of these and I love them. They are about the best cheap headphones you can buy (assuming you're not an audiophile or anything). The only problem I have with them is that they fall out of my ears a lot when running, so I use them for other things and use the sports version from TaoTronics for running I would also highly recommend them. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01BV2BPVS/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

> Are there any headsets that would improve the quality of sound for use with a mobile phone?

Yes in theory, but I'd try one first and see if it makes any difference since you're limited by BlogTalkRadio's quality.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001S2RCXW/

> Is there a better way to record higher quality audio than using blogtalkradio, that would work with PC/Android/Iphone simultaneusly?

The best solution would be a multi-ender (everyone records locally and then you sync the results later) taking Skype and phone calls using SkypeIn.

I can't speak to that Bose product, but that's way more money than you need to spend. I would recommend just getting a standard Bluetooth heart rate monitor from a reputable company like Wahoo.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00INQVYZ8/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_rvlIybY9TTXSG

And then a decent Bluetooth set of headphones. I've been using these ones for about 7 months and they are great.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01BV2BPVS/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_DylIyb4X7HYKQ

This combination will cost you about $80, rather than the $150 will. Good luck!

• Budget: 30$ or less. 2000 INR
  
• Source: Android Smartphone, Windows Laptop
  
• Isolation: Optional. No need of pure isolation.
  
• In public: Yes
  
• Type: IEM
  
• Tonal Balance: Overall balanced and clear vocals.
  
• Past headphones: Audio technica ath 100
  
• Preferred Music: Vocals, Bass, Bollywood ( no need of heavy bass)
  
• https://youtu.be/6XNTtcvErZc
  
  
• https://youtu.be/hgh0tcVQYpU
  
  
• Location: India through Amazon or other online sites.
  
  Looking for good vocals.
  
  
• Planning to buy
  
• 1.Sennheiser CX 275 S!
  
  or
  
  
• 2.[Audio Technica ATH-CK330iS!] (http://www.amazon.in/Technica-ATH-CK330iS-Inner-Ear-Headsets-Smartphone/dp/B00VJ5P0YG/)
  
  or any other suggestions will be valuable.

I just got finished shopping for some bluetooth headphones. I'm waiting for them in the mail, but they look like they will work for your criteria:

Taotronics Bluetooth Headphones

These have a clip for some built-in cable management. It looks like a much better clip than is normally available.

I find the ear hook earbuds by far the most comfortable style in general. They are also more convenient for one ear listening (just hook one to your shirt and you're good to go).

Budget - Prefer to stay under $60, but might be flexible

Source - PC at work or my phone

Requirements for Isolation - Full isolation, I'll be using these at work. Doesn't need noise cancelling, but I don't wanna hear everyone else's phone calls and conversations.

Will you be using these Headphones in Public? Yes, at work in an open cube environment. Want to keep the outside noise out and the music in so I don't bother others.

Preferred Type of Headphone - Primarily, bluetooth or other form of wireless. I keep getting the cord caught on so much at my desk I need to go wireless. Prefer over-ear, but I do have a large head and bigger ears. I'm not against in-ear but they do get uncomfortable after a while.

Preferred tonal balance - Balanced. I'm not an audiophile but I don't want to be hearing the music mixed with static.

Past headphones - Sony MDRNC7 currently, but the noise cancelling doesn't work anymore, and the cords get in the way. Bose QC25, which fit over my ears perfectly, but I don't want to keep $300 headphones in the office and again, cut the cord. Sennheiser RS120 are uncomfortable, hear a lot of static, and got complaints from coworkers that they could hear exactly what I'd hear. TaoTronics TT-BH10, i use these to run in and getting a second pair for work would be my fallback, but just looking for something a little more comfortable. I just bought some Sound Intone P6 based on price and high reviews, but after testing them at home they don't sit well on my head and they may as well be speakers because people around me could hear everything. I installed the Bluetooth stack on my work PC yesterday and they sounded clear, but this morning they sound very muffled and washed out. I'll grab my running headphones and see if it's localized to the P6's or all Bluetooth.

Preferred Music - Usually rock or new wave, but for extended sessions i'll listen to Pandora Journey mixes.

What would you like to improve on from your set-up - Just a pair of decently priced wireless headphones I can wear at work while at my desk. I'm not composing music so they don't need to be professional grade

I recommended the 275's earlier in the thread, which is the cellphone headset version of the same.

http://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-275-Universal-Mobile-Headset/dp/B008V6T1IW

Google voice VOIP adapter, like this...


https://www.amazon.com/OBi200-Adapter-Support-Service-Renewed/dp/B07SF8LYG6/ref=mp_s_a_1_8?keywords=google+voice+sip+adapter&qid=1565405974&s=gateway&sr=8-8


Or OOMA service...

Or BT tethered to cell phone
I have one of these
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00135XU7Q?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_mob_b_asin_title

easily fixed with something like this: http://www.amazon.com/Plantronics-Audio-326-Stereo-Headset/dp/B001S2RCXW/ref=lp_173454_1_9?s=pc&ie=UTF8&qid=1396146369&sr=1-9

again, i know its really fucking shitty, but if you want to keep on a budget, its kind of necessary

something like this?

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Konig-CMP-SWITCH17-Audio-Switch/dp/B000WCNF2G/ref=pd_cp_ce_0

http://www.weareelectricals.com/products/Hama-Media-Hub-CS%252d440-00042440

I use one - it does the job. Push button on the top flips from one mode to the other.

http://www.telephonetribute.com/telco_line_simulators.html

thats a start to create the landline

or get one of these
http://www.amazon.com/Xtreme-Technologies-BT-Bluetooth-Gateway/dp/B00135XU7Q

good luck enjoy the BJ you will be getting

Bonus points if you can get it all hooked up before you wrap the present then call her and have her present ring

http://www.amazon.com/Plantronics-GameCom-Open-Ear-Gaming-Headset/dp/B001KUSXXU/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1323022600&sr=8-3

Best pair of headsets I've ever had. Cheap, and the quality is just as good as any other headset out there.

I'm not very informed like other users here but these seem alright Bluetooth Earbuds, TaoTronics Wireless Sweatproof Sports Headphones (Bluetooth 4.1, Secure Ear Hooks Design with Cable Clips, 7 Hours Play Time) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01BV2BPVS/ref=cm_sw_r_other_apa_GoHoxbH7SSW9Z

If you want a mic too then nothing beats CX275s though:
http://www.amazon.in/Sennheiser-CX275-Universal-Mobile-Headset/dp/B008V6T1IW/

I've had the Logitech Premium USB Headset 350 for several years now. It's stereo, not surround but it sounds great and it's not very expensive. I'm going to replace it with a wireless though but that's just a luxury :-)

These are a pretty good option but if you are willing to spend a little bit more these are way better and much more suited for gaming and an audiophile

Not sure you're going to find any new wireless ps3 headphones for under $50 CAD. Your limited options from Amazon are: you could buy the used/refurbished PS3 Wireless Stereo Headset for $60 CAD or you can buy this wired headset for $39 CAD and hope the cord is long enough. If you don't like the above two options, your best bet would be ebay, kijiji, or craigslist.

http://www.amazon.com/Bluetooth-Telephone-Landline-Headset-Adapter/dp/B00A0X9X00

I use these

I have that system and have to say it works pretty well.

The phone can pair with 4 cell phones I think, but only two can be enabled to ring through to the phone.

Once paired, you can download the cell phone's contact list to a directory separate from the other cell and separate from the base. Contacts can be obtained from any of the handsets, so you only have to to it once.

For my wife's blackberry, it automatically connects if bluetooth is enabled on the phone. It's really handy when the phone is on the charger and you're in another room. Since mine's an android, I never turn bluetooth on..

If you don't want to buy a new home phone, a quick googlesearch came up with this device: http://www.amazon.com/Xtreme-Technologies-BT-Bluetooth-Gateway/dp/B00135XU7Q

I have to pick between https://www.amazon.co.uk/Sony-Headset-Grey-PHONE-MDREX450APH-CE7/dp/B00S9F6IPO, https://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-CX-3-00-Red-Headphone/dp/B00NQ17SKU and https://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-CX-275-Universal-Headset/dp/B008V6T1IW. What should i get ?

I've had these about a year now and use them every day. At $20, if they only last a year, no biggie. But so far, no signs of slowing down. They charge fast and the battery lasts a surprisingly long time. One of my few possessions that, if it did die, I would immediately order another.

https://www.amazon.com/Cootree-Headphone-Bluetooth-Resistant-Microphone/dp/B00KQG6QFG/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1495363065&sr=8-1&keywords=swage+sport+bluetooth+headphones

Looking at the earphones I owned previously, the Sennheiser CX180, it looks like they're made for people that like bass, so I guess I'd probably like bass earphones.

What about the Rock Zircon?

I could also go the more mainstream route and pick out something locally, like the Sennheiser CX275s.

For headphones I got a pair of these for my marathon training. https://www.amazon.com/TaoTronics-Bluetooth-Headphones-Sweatproof-Earphones/dp/B01BV2BPVS/ref=sr_1_12?ie=UTF8&qid=1491398337&sr=8-12&keywords=bluetooth+headphones

Cheap, good battery life (2-3 long runs, 9+ miles), and I ran through a few Nor'easters with them, so definitely waterproof enough from sweat and rain.

I bought an ancient headset with the green and pink adapters for 6.00 and a USB adapter off Amazon for 4.00.

C Technology Aluminum External USB Sound Card Audio Adapter with 3.5mm Stereo Headphone/Speaker and Mono Microphone Jacks for Window XP/Vista/7/8, Mac OS 8.6 or above- Silver https://www.amazon.com/dp/B014F2VUO8/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_awd_JmC8wbJ0CJNVJ


Plantronics .Audio 326 Stereo PC Headset https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001S2RCXW/ref=cm_sw_r_sms_awd_ilC8wb6CGVR21

This is what I bought locally on sale. You can buy the 3.5mm adapters that plug straight into your controller also and use an older headset that way.

Budget - Under $100 CAD

Source - Mostly my iPod but I will also use them on my laptop and PS4
Requirements for Isolation - I will mostly be using these at home however my house can get loud so I want at least a bit of isolation

Preferred Type of Headphone - Anything but in ear

Preferred tonal balance - Prefer an overall equal sound, maybe leaning more towards bass heavy though

Past headphones - Sony XB50AP . They are pretty decent but they didn't sound that much better than the cheaper sony headphones I usually bought.

Preferred Music - I listen to a wide variety but I guess i listen to mostly hip hop. I will go from Whitney Houston to Chance right after eachother.

What would you like to improve on from your set-up - I feel as though the sound quality in earbuds are very limited and would like to spend a bit more money on out of ear headphones in order to get better sound.

Bonus marks if it has a microphone but that's not a necessity

I have found two that I am debating about buying. The Sennheiser HD 461i and the Sony MDRXB950AP. I am a complete tool when it comes to headphones but I have heard Sennheiser is really good while Sony is my tried and true brand. I am open to other suggestions but am wondering which one of these is the most worth it.

Fair enough... Wireless isn't necessary... Any suggestions??

Here i have two options...

https://www.amazon.in/House-Marley-Jamaica-EM-JE041-SB-Headphones/dp/B00KBBRSKI/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1541420045&sr=8-1&pi=AC_SX118_SY170_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=House+of+marley&dpPl=1&dpID=41vnm9Km26L&ref=plSrch

And

https://www.amazon.in/Sennheiser-CX-275-Universal-Headphone/dp/B008V6T1IW/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1541420090&sr=1-1&pi=AC_SX118_SY170_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=sennheiser+cx+275s+headset+with+mic&dpPl=1&dpID=31L54z%2B40cL&ref=plSrch

Referee Headset 3 Referees Talk Same time Football Wireless Headsets Wireless Football Headsets Headset Football Referee Communication https://www.amazon.com/dp/B074W37NQP/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_Ajx0Cb3J04R2D

I use these. Under $200 for 3. Open mic.

Damn making these work is expensive

I have these and they work pretty well TaoTronics Bluetooth Headphones Wireless In Ear Earbuds Sports Sweatproof Earphones with Built in Mic (Cordless 4.1, Secure Ear Hooks Design, 7 Hours Play Time) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01BV2BPVS/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_F2RCzb62WT8Y2

i think this might be what i want

you mean this thing?

For the price, these Tod the trick for us!

AGPtEK Hands-free Call Center Noise Cancelling Corded Monaural Headset Headphone for Desk Telephone with 4-Pin RJ9 Crystal Head https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00OUKCSEM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_tMJMAbGFQZ4KD

Any review on these particular headphones? My grandpa wanted to buy them and asked me how good they were.

How about this Plantronics headset for $28? It's got pretty good reviews and looks much better than the one you linked in the OP.

Are these any good?

Gaming + Classic Rock music, a little bit a hip hop as well.

http://www.amazon.ca/VersionTech-Headphone-Headband-Microphone-isolation/dp/B012DRSI7Y/ref=cm_cr_pr_pdt_img_top?ie=UTF8

Oh dear, I don't a have a great understanding of what you just mentioned but I'm sure I can look it up.

The mixer

The headphones with microphone.

Thanks for your response. I really appreciate the help.

I'm also considering the Sennheiser CX 275S. Any thoughts on how they compare to the 2.00G?

I use [Taotronics Bluetooth Neckband Buds](http://www.Bluetooth.com/ Headphones Neckband, TaoTronics Wireless Headset Magnetic Earphones In Ear Earbuds with Mic (Silicone Gel Surface, CVC 6.0 Noise Cancelling https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06XXLWZPX/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apap_kIYZHVtDAkjxw) with my Pixel and they are fantastic. Nice light weight great battery life and they work well with the Pixel. Low cost too.

Not sure what else you'd want.

I'm looking for a good money-to-value wireless headphones. I am going to use with my PC with a bluetooth adapter. They both seems to have good battery life, but the Avantree is that much more comfortable?

I'll be using it several hours a day, so comfort is a key to me. ;D
Ah, the Avantree is a about 30% more expansive here.

What to you think?
My budget is around US$50.

https://www.amazon.com/Avantree-Bluetooth-Headphones-COMFORTABLE-Lightweight/dp/B00J0BXPD4

https://www.amazon.com/Bluedio-Turbine-Wireless-Bluetooth-Headphones/dp/B019DUFVT2

I am not an audiophile of any sorts I'm the kind of person that thinks Apple's stock headphones they give with their phones are good enough. I purchase the $10 skull candy smokin buds at TJ Maxx and think they're fine. All I am looking for is some budget bluetooth in-ear headphones for running and working out battery life does not need to be long looking for something with a minimum of around 4 hours of battery life.

These are the options I've been looking at and would like any input if anyone has used these headphones or would recommend one over the other.

TaoTronics Bluetooth Headphones

Zeus Bluetooth Headphones

Hussar Bluetooth Headphones

Any help would be greatly appreciated I've been googling and looking at the subreddit didn't dig too deep, but deep enough to where it seems everyone is recommending the JayBird X2's or the JayBird Freedom and those are a bit out of budget for myself. I also saw that these Anker Bluetooth Headphones were recommended, but reading reviews on Amazon has me wary.

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  Can't carry my Glock 48 at work so it's not pictured. :(

I just recently bought the Plantronics GAMECOM 367 and it works really well. Very comfy circumaural headphones. There's also an open-eared version, the 357 which allows more outside sound to come in.

Nice, thanks. Found this for delivery in the UK. I just wasn't sure what I was looking for so thanks for the response.

These work great. Bluetooth Earbuds, TaoTronics Sport Headphones with Adjustable Earhooks, Wireless Earphones for Workout (IPX6 SweatProof, aptX Lossless Sound, 8 Hours Playtime, cVc 6.0 Noise Cancelling Microphone) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B074M9946X?ref=yo_pop_ma_swf

They don’t fall off because you can bend the ear hooks. One of the wires made a little noise in the jacket where it attached to the earbud but was easily remedied by adding a drop of super glue.

The sound is great and so far have been sweat proof and I’ve worn them in the rain twice with no issues

Thanks!
I found this one also:
https://www.amazon.ca/Xtreme-Technologies-BT-Bluetooth-Gateway/dp/B00135XU7Q

I have these and like them a lot. Good music quality & they come with 3 sizes of rubber bits (no idea what to call these) so mine stay in my ears pretty reliably. The battery life is good, I charge them about once a week. Don’t know how true the waterproof claim is but I run in them & get pretty sweaty with no issues.

Bluetooth Headphones Wireless Neckband, TaoTronics Wireless Headset Magnetic Earphones In Ear Earbuds with Mic (cVc 6.0 Noise Cancelling Microphone, IPX5 Waterproof, 10 Hours Playtime) (Black) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06XXLWZPX/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_atJaBb4TKQTMC

Cootree Wireless on Ear Headphone Bluetooth Sport Headset Water Resistant with Microphone Black/Red https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00KQG6QFG/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_jvLBAb0RCD4KH

I use these because I don't like the earbuds that sit in your ears. I find them pretty painful, and this way you don't have to deal with any earwax problems. Also, if you listen to the ear buds at high volumes they will really damage your hearing. These are nice because they clip over the top of your ears and fold up nicely. I probably get 12 hours of battery time. Sure, they noticeable on your ears and can stick out a tad, but they are out of the way and work well.

I don't know why people give this advice. I bought one of those Zalman things and it's annoying as fuck. The "clip" (more like a little c-shaped piece of plastic) is way way too loose to stay on your shirt or headphone cables. It's constantly moving around. The only way I can get it to work is to fold up my shirt and shove it in. And honestly, this fucking mic is the only reason I wear a shirt while gaming, 9 times out of 10.

Personally, what I'm doing is going back to what I did before: buying a cheap headset like this one and using my regular music headphones. I just put the headset around my neck, and adjust the mic so it's in the right spot. The headset usually breaks every year or two, but for $13, who cares, just buy a new one.

Are you using Cisco phones at work? I got one of these for my setup and it works great.

https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B012DRSI7Y/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1


This is what I got, sounds like it would work well for you

That's usual Amazon RRP bullshit; at most they were £50 or £60...

My Bluedio T3's were "originally £69.99" but in reality I have never seen them above £40. I got them on a lightning deal @ £25, and since then they've been £29.99. They never were £70, regardless of the Amazon bullshit.

I have been using these for about 2 months and they are great
https://amazon.com/gp/product/B01BV2BPVS/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

They stay in when I am running and are pretty comfortable. I can wear them with my glasses just fine. I like them because I can swap the earbud size. Normally i cannot wear earbuds at all because they hurt, but these come with nubs you can swap out that are different sizes. I use the smallest one and they fit great.

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01BV2BPVS/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1


These were affordable and I wear them exclusively to work out because they don't fall out. I have not had a problem with them hurting my ears except for when I tried to wear them on a six hour flight. Then they started to ache.

here ya go bro

They're really not as bulky as they look in that first pic I swear! I have 0 problems with weight or worry about them falling out.

I love these cootree joggers. http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00KQG6QFG/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?qid=1417371527&sr=8-1&pi=SL75

If you're looking for headphones that will stay put, I bought these cheapo bluetooth ones on amazon that sit on your ear and wrap around the base of your neck. You can do anything in them and they don't move a millimeter. Sound quality is kinda lame but I just use them for working out. http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00KQG6QFG?ie=UTF8&at=&force-full-site=1&ref_=aw_bottom_links

You can use headphones plugged into the DS4, that's not a problem. Note, however, that the headset that comes with the PS4 is a single, mono earbud with mic — so if you want full stereo sound (audio in both ears), you'll need to use your own pair of headphones. In addition, if you want full stereo sound AND the ability to voice chat, rather than just using your own pair of headphones, you'll need your own full, stereo headset (something like this). (Earbuds with attached mics, such as those that come with many smartphones, should also work.)

So, if you want to use the DS4 as your audio source, that's fine. But make sure you have the right type of headset (stereo headphones with a mic), if you're wanting the full experience.

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I'm not sure what your setup is, so I'm not sure why you would need the cables and adapters you listed. Do you have speakers at home that you're wanting to use? If so, there's probably another way to hook them up. Give me more info about what you're wanting to accomplish.

EDIT: You could also do as /u/lacho7994 indicated, and get a splitter for the DS4's headphone jack and use a separate mic with a pair of headphones. (Like this, except you don't need to spend that much on a pair of headphones... unless you really want to.)

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01BV2BPVS/ref=oh_aui_search_detailpage?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I have been using these for about 9 months after trying like 3 different brands that fell out of my ears, cut in and out, etc. These are fabulous! They seriously stay put and I never have my music cut in and out. They're pretty cheap, too.

Have you tried one of these? you basically connect it to the phone via Bluetooth and connect the other end to your home phone lines. All your home phones instantly become your cellphone.

Can't vouch for these personally, but they're sitting in my cart. Reviews are pretty compelling: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01BV2BPVS/ref=ox_sc_sfl_title_1?ie=UTF8&psc=1&smid=A2KUZVNQ9LP7N9

My experience with Bluetooth in general is that the connection should be okay for most activities. There are occasional orientations where you'll have signal dropouts (like if the receiver and phone are directly opposite your body), but overall, they're pretty easy to use. They're more expensive, obviously, and even in the best of circumstances, there's just more that can go wrong. Running out of battery can be a huge frustration too, especially if you're half way through your run. (A lot of BT headphones aren't great about telling you the battery is low until it's super low.)

That said!!! It sure is nice not having a wire. Bluetooth headphones are just more versatile through more activities. For instance, I have a lot of running pants and shorts that don't accommodate my phone, so on the run I bring a cheap pouch. But that's an extra thing to remember if I'm just going to the gym. Also, if I'm riding stationary at the gym or crosstraining on an elliptical or training for summer backpacking on the stair machien, I tap into gym's wifi and watch Netflix. Way nicer not to have a cord dangling.

So Amazon has senn 598 for $100 new, but you could even get some hd 429 for $60 on Amazon then add the modmic ($55). I included links below. That setup is more than $90 obviously, so if your want to go cheaper and you like sennheiser, you could gamble on this but the reviews are mixed and I have no clue if it's any good: https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B015X1CCKQ?ref=olp_product_details

429: https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B005N8W1Q0/ref=mp_s_a_1_11?ie=UTF8&qid=1483123551&sr=8-11&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=sennheiser+hd

Modmic: https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00R98JVVU/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1483123707&sr=8-1&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&keywords=modmic&dpPl=1&dpID=41JnOtLdwiL&ref=plSrch

If you have headphones already but do not have a mic.
You can buy a vmoda boom mic. It will connect to your headphones and plug into your controller. That will cost $40 cad for the mic but you get a better mic for chatting then anything in the $35 headset range.

This works only if you already have headphones with a detachable cord.

If not. Something like this will suffice. https://www.amazon.ca/gp/aw/d/B012DRSI7Y/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1506209856&sr=8-3&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=ps4%2Bheadphones&dpPl=1&dpID=51aGs5OspHL&ref=plSrch&th=1&psc=1

Highly recommend Bluetooth! I bought these over a year ago and love them: https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00KQG6QFG/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1479353167&sr=8-1&pi=SY200_QL40&keywords=cootree+bluetooth+headphones

I'm an over the ear fan

Xtreme Technologies Xlink BT Bluetooth Gateway - Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00135XU7Q/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_aEyOAbF3MVDGP

This connects a analog phone to a cell phone over Bluetooth. I got one to test with an old alarm. Didn't work for the alarm (my guess is the delay in sending tones) but otherwise worked as advertised.

You could save 25¢ a day for a month and get decent mic/headset.

Edit: For all you downvoting dickbags.

$11.75

$9.99

$10.17

$3.36

Tons more around that price range.

Or you could save a WHOPPING 50¢ a day and get $15.99

Point is, having no mic is no excuse. A 12 year old could save enough for anything that could do the job for chatting on a ps4

Why not something a bit cheaper than?

-https://amzn.com/B01H6HVFNU

-https://amzn.com/B01BV2BPVS

You're kidding, right?
https://www.amazon.com/Bluetooth-TaoTronics-Wireless-Sweatproof-Headphones/dp/B01BV2BPVS/ref=sr_1_10?ie=UTF8&qid=1473443237&sr=8-10&keywords=wireless+earbuds&refinements=p_72%3A2661618011