3 Things To Look For In A Headset Microphone

10/26/22 • 9 min

In this episode of the Headset Advisor Tech Review Podcast, you'll find out what to look for in a headset microphone when you're shopping around for new headsets. Because the truth is, they don't all sound the same, and they don't all give you what you need for use in business.
So have a listen, to find out the three most important things to look for in a headset microphone if you want to sound your best, and give your callers the best possible sound quality experience.
This episode is narrated by Doug Merritt, Founder and CEO of Headset Advisor.
Any headset that you might consider for business use varies. They vary in a number of ways, and one of those ways is in how it sounds. And you have to agree, that when you use a headset for buisness, sound matters. That's because you're either conveying information, or you're selling something, and in the process, you want your message to be heard. And that can't happen if the headset you're using isn't up to the task.
Headset microphones should be evaluated in three key areas;

How well you sound when you're talking on a headset
How well the headset microphone removes background noise.
And often overlooked, but highly important is how you sound when the microphone is working to remove noise. In other words, how you sound when there's noise going on around you.

Headsets come in all sizes and shapes, and for that matter, different price points too. Sound quality doesn't always mirror pricing which means just because you pay a lot, or a little for a headset, the sound you'll get is unpredicatable. We've tested some inexpensive headsets that do a good job at these three key areas. We've also tested headsets that cost a lot more, that are average at best in sound quality.
So how do you know what you'll get when you make a decision to buy a new headset for you, or your team? You can't go by name brands only, becasue as I mentioned, some fall short, even name brand products.
With nearly 30 years of headset experience, it would be my advice for you to try a headset in your place of work before deciding to buy it. Then, and only then will you really know how it will perform in your specfic workplace.
You could consult with others in your industry, or you could read reviews, but there's really no substitute for first hand knowledge that can only be obtained by sampling live in your environment. And if your vendor won't provide you with a headset to evaluate, then I'd suggest that you find yourself a new vendor to work with.
You want to sound crisp and clear on your calls, and that underscores the need for a great sounding headset microphone.
You don't want your callers hearing all that noise going on around you either. Whether you work from home, in an office, on the road, or at the local coffee shop, you have noise to content with. When your callers hear that noise, they get distracted, which takes them away from hearing your message clearly.
Believe it or not, many headsets struggle to keep you sounding clear when there's background noise. That's something you want to test before buying any headset. Some headsets have you sounding choppy or garbled when there's noise. Not the sound quality you need when on business calls.
If you have questions, or need some help, reach out to us at www.headsetadvisorcom. And if you're looking for headsets, make sure to use coupon code BLOG at checkout for a nice discount. We have bulk pricing available, a trade in program, and even a headset lease plan that includes accessories, and a warranty that doesn't expire. Headsets start at just $2.00 per month.

How well you sound when you're talking on a headset
How well the headset microphone removes background noise.
And often overlooked, but highly important is how you sound when the microphone is working to remove noise. In other words, how you sound when there's noise going on around you.

Previous Episode

Here’s Why The Orosound Tilde Pro Is Perfect For Zoom Calls

In this episode you'll learn about a Bluetooth wireless headset that's perfect for all your Zoom voice and video calls. Listen in to find out what makes this headset better than others so you'll always sound your best when on your calls.
You'll also find out about a discount you can use if you buy one of these headsets, and you'll also find out about a unique purchasing program only available through Headset Advisor. So make sure to listen to the entire episode so you get all the details.
This episode is narrated by Doug Merritt, Founder and CEO of Headset Advisor.
For a business to achieve name recognition to the level that pretty much everybody knows it, is not an easy task. But that's exactly what Zoom has accomplished.
Zoom went from a fairly recognizable name, to one that's achieved household name recognition status. We all know about being on a "Zoom call" and what that means. But when you're on those calls, what is the best device to use so you're heard loud, clear and professionally? How about the microphone and speakers that you find in any of the Laptops? Probably not your best option. Well, how about using a usb speakerphone? Better, but is it best? Not really. You could always get one of those cheap plug in goose neck mics, but that would put you in the lower rungs of the microphone food chain. So what's best? A high quality wireless headset.
I'm not referring to just any headset, I'm referring to a good one because you want to sound good on all your calls. Here's the headset for you.
The Orosound Tilde Pro
It gives you voice quality that's far superior to just about any other headset available. And the noise reducing microphone eliminates unwanted background noise so your callers will hear you, and not the sounds going on around you.
You get a battery that gives you 28 hours of talk time so you won't need to charge this headset every day. In fact, you may only need to charge it once a week. And when you're recharging, you can use the headset, where others will keep you waiting.
The Tilde Pro comes with a feature called Active Noise Cancelation, or ANC for short. ANC is designed to give the person wearing the headset control over the amount of noise they hear. You have 10 stages of noise control, so you can dial it up, or down, depending on how much you want to hear so you can keep focused on your work.
The Voice First feature allows you to have a face to face conversation, without the need to remove the headset. It can become very frustrating to keep taking off the headset throughout the day, but with Voice First, you just press a button to have a conversation.
The excellent noise canceling microphone is magnetically attached. You can use it, or remove it at will. It removes simply, and reattaches easy as well. So when on important calls, use the boom mic for the best sound quality. Then, when listening to music, remove it for a headphones look.
The ear cushions are interchangeable between those that go against the ear, and those that fully surround the ear. Either way, you get to choose the ones that are right for you. And the sound quality of the ear speakers are first rate. Truthfully, they sound extremely good, and though not to the level of Bose, for a business headset, the Tilde Pro sounds incredible.
The Tilde Pro also comes with a USB Adapter so you won't need to connect to your computer via Bluetooth, which can be unstable, and give you compromised sound quality. The USB adapter gives you a better connection, and better sound for use on all your Zoom calls.
Use coupon code BLOG to get a nice discount on your order when shopping on our website which is www.headsetadvisor.com. Trade in old headsets to save even more. And if the budget is tight, ask about our headset lease program.

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New Poly Voyager 5200 UC With BT700 Adapter

In this episode of the Headset Advisor Tech Review Podcast, you'll find out about a new update on the highly popular Poly/Plantronics Voyager 5200 UC Bluetooth headset. A great headset just got a little bit better, so make sure to listen to the entire, short episode to get all the details.
This episode is narrated by Doug Merritt, Founder, and CEO of Headset Advisor.
The Poly Voyager 5200 UC Bluetooth headset is maybe the most popular Bluetooth headset here in the U.S. and around the world. It's an iconic design, and it's lightweight and comfortable, not to mention it sounds great.
So what did Poly (you know, Plantronics) do to make this great headset, even better?
First, for those who don't know, Plantronics has a new name; Poly. This is the name that came from the merger between two heavyweights in their respective industries; Plantronics, and Polycom. They merged into one company that's now called Poly.
Back to the Voyager 5200 UC.
The new update on this headset involves the BT700 USB adapter because its been updated, and enhanced. It now gives you a better, more stable wireless connection, better sound quality and longer wireless range. And for anyone who's familiar with this headset, or uses one, those three things are helpful. After all, who doesn't want a more reliable signal, better sound quality and longer wireless range?
The battery life hasn't changed from the previous version at 7 hours. The charging case gives you the ability to recharge the headset battery twice wherever you might be. This means that you can get up to 21 hours of talk time from the initial charge, and the two subsequent charges while you're out and about.
The buttons have remained the same as well, with the mute, volume up, and down, call control, and power on/off.
You can recharge the battery two ways:

You can use the included Micro to USB charge cable
Or, you can drop the headset into the charge case for a recharge.

The microphone on the Voyager 5200 UC sounds very professional. It removes noise pretty well, though I'd like to see it do a slightly better job. Still, it does a solid job. And speaking of reducing noise, the 5200 keeps you sounding clear when there's noise going on in the background. As surprising as it might sound, a lot of headsets can't do that. They may reduce noise fairly well, but when they do, your voice quality suffers. You won't get that with the Voyager 5200 UC.
The 5200 UC is compatible with all the leading UC platforms such as Microsoft Teams, RingCentral, Zoom and others, and you can take calls when you're away from your desk thanks to its compatibility, and remote call answering feature. You can avoid voice messages and returning calls because you're accessible up to the headset's wireless range.
So if you like the Voyager 5200, you'll like the new version even more. More range, better sound quality, and a more stable connection. There's alot to like about the Poly Voyager 5200 UC, and now you have three new reasons to like it even more.
Make sure to use coupon code BLOG when shopping on our website, which is www.headsetadvisor.com When you do, you'll get a nice discount on your order. Trade in old headsets to save even more.
We have an affordable headset lease program if the budget's tight. Headsets start at just $2.00 per month, and that low rate includes replacement accessories, and a warranty that doesn't expire. You'll save money, and you'll have peace of mind.
And finally, if you have questions, or need some help, don't hesitate to reach out to us at headsetadvisor.com to get some help. Our help is free, and we've been assisting customers with their headset needs since 1994.