Logitech 980158-0403 Internet Chat Headset
by Logitech
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Customer Review: All I Could Have Wished For...With Two Exceptions
Summary: 4 Stars
I've been using this headset for the past few days, and I like everything about it with the exception of a few small details.
Pros:
-No ear irritation! Finally! A headset that doesn't irritate the top/back of your ears! I have big and awkward ears, but there's more than enough room for your ears to fit through for hours of easy wear. I can't say the same for any other similar headset I've tried.
-Sound quality better than expected. This definitely does not sound like one of those el cheapo knock-off brand headsets
-In-line Volume and microphone mute works great and has a smooth volume dial operation, unlike what other reviewers have said.
-Cord is long enough for me to move around the room
-Cool snap-cover colors
Cons:
-No lapel clip. I would like to have had a lapel clip so I can keep the cable close to my body instead of having it dangle in front of it
-Flex-boom microphone only comes 2/3rds of the way to the mouth. While the microphone is sensitive enough to pick up the sound of your voice anyway, I would have like to have had the microphone stop in front of the mouth. Especially for those moments where you'd rather whisper into the microphone without others around you hearing.
Customer Review: Works great for those of you who like behind the head
Summary: 4 Stars
I have owned these headphones for a good 2 years.
PROS:
-The microphone sounds great, no problems.
-The headphones are mediocre, but for the price, can't expect audiophile sound. Does the job just fine in fps games or anything else.
-Love the volume adjustment which allows you to adjust everything without clicking on the bottom right volume controls, etc.
-Works great with front panel audio AND rear audio inputs as the cable is pretty long.
-If it matters to you, you can change the color of the plastic that is on the piece.
CONS:
-If you don't like behind the head headphones, you will not like these. I am indifferent, however sometimes when I feel like sitting back and using a headrest, I experience an extreme annoyance. I though behind the head would be comfortable, plus it wouldn't mess up my hair (like i care), but now I would rather get regular headphones, if it weren't for the price. Comfort may be a factor if you're deciding whether to buy these or not.
For the price, this is a good, durable headset, especially for the price. If money is not quite an issue, keep looking however.
Customer Review: Alright device for the casual user.
Summary: 2 Stars
I purchased these to use on my Mac G4 and on my gaming PC. What a great time to learn that Macs don't come with a microphone pick-up installed on the sound board. No biggie. There are plenty of devices that will enable analog mics to work on Macs.
The headset was exactly what I was expecting for the price. Not too terrible, but not that great either. The microphone is bottom dollar. Even though it has nice pick-up, the receipient of your voice chat will notice the low grade of audio. The headphones themselves are also mundane. The sound is hollow with little to no highs or lows. Definately not a solution for music or emmersive gaming.
What I will say about this little device is they are extremely comfortable and light weight. The band wraps around the back of your head and the "phones" rest right on your ears. The mic is very adjustable. The over all design is stylish.
This head set is more than adequate for the casual voice chatter. Works fine with all the major voice messenger programs. However, if your wanting to use them for long periods at a time and quite frequently, you will be sorely disappointed.
Customer Review: Stylish headset that works well
Summary: 5 Stars
I bought this headset primarily for skype and online games. I had to turn the gain up on the microphone quite high, but it works as you would expect with good voice quality. The sound quality of the headphones is okay- nothing special but works well.
I prefer to use this headset as just a mic, upside-down around my neck which sticks the mic in front of ones mouth perfectly. (The microphone boom is flexible if your proportions are unusual) This allows me wear my nice sennheiser headphones. I find this configuration very comfortable.
If used in the normal position, I find this headset mostly comfortable. The headphones seem to ride lower on my ears than it should, and the plastic head band does annoy the skin behind my ears a little after very prolonged use. It seems like they are meant for people with larger ears. On the whole though they are comfortable. The plastic connecting the headphones is not adjustable.
This headset is stylish and looks about as good as you can hope to look while wearing a headset. It works well, and does what you would expect for a headset of this price.
Customer Review: For Skype and Internet Chats, I'm Satisfied
Summary: 4 Stars
My Logitech Internet Chat Headset does the job. I use it to occasionally chat with friends internet to internet on AOL and Yahoo, or through Skype. The headset has successfully connected me to Hungary and Indonesia, as well as places around the USA.
I have dial-up, but have used it on a T-1 and wireless lines without trouble. The sound was great, limited only by my connection. The headset feels comfortable for short calls; I never talk longer than an hour. The mike is to the side, and picks up my voice perfectly.
What did I need? A cheap microphone and headphone set. That's what I received. More money would get me a better quality device with more features, but this will suffice.
Do better devices exist? Probably, as the technology behind these is basic. The point is, this one is fine. If you need CD quality audio, shop elsewhere. If you just want to call on a few friends now and again, this is enough.
I fully recommend the Logitech Internet Chat Headset.
Anthony Trendl
editor, HungarianBookstore.com