Headset Practical Guide

Everything You Need to Know!

Headsets have been widely embraced since the arrival of the Walkman in the 1980s, and over time, they’ve become essential in every setting: at home, in the office, on the go, for sports, and even in schools.

These days, the same question comes up daily: “What’s the best headset?” Based on our experience, there’s no one-size-fits-all answer…

This guide will help you find the right headset or microphone based on your specific needs. Spend less time searching and more time enjoying your audio experience! ↓

Why should you invest in a headset?

To protect your body

With a headset, neck and shoulder pain can be reduced by up to 41%.

To have better sound quality

Thanks to headsets, you benefit from the most advanced acoustic technologies!

To gain efficiency

Using a headset can increase your daily efficiency by up to 43%.

Step 1: Choose the shape and type of headset

Design and style play a crucial role in choosing your future headset. Here are some recommendations to help you make the right choice:

Which shape to choose? Over-ear, on-ear, in-the-ear, neckband and even convertible Icon

Mono or duo? Headphones with 1 earbud (mono) or 2 earbuds (duo) Icon

Wired or wireless? Wired (USB, Jack, RJ or QD) and wireless (Bluetooth, DECT) headset Icon

Open or closed? Headset with ventilated or sealed shells Icon

Essential Technical Characteristics Frequency response, impedance, sensitivity, noise reduction, and harmonic distortion Icon

Step 2: Define your technical needs

Not all headsets are created equal in terms of settings and features. Here are a few points of reference to help you find your way around and choose your model.