[TheMafioso]

Hi Guyz,

I need to buy Headset w/ noise canceling mic to be used mainly for voice chatting, after looking at which ones are available, I have shortlisted 2 models

Altec Lansing AHS30 Headset


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FEATURES • Noise-canceling technology helps eliminate background noise. • 32mm mylar drivers with dynamic moving coil deliver full, rich sound. • Gold-plated plug provides crystal clear audio. • Handy volume control regulates audio level. • Amplified microphone assures full voice input. • Microphone arm adjusts for your convenience. • Deluxe double headband adjusts for comfort and stability. • On/Mute microphone controller for your convenience. • Hi/Lo/Mute microphone controller helps minimize distortion. SPECIFICATIONS • Connection: Two 3.5mm gold plated plugs • Microphone Senstivity: -39 dB V/Pascal +/- 2dB • Microphone Power Source Voltage: 5V DC • Frequency Response: Headset: 60 Hz - 20 kHz Microphone: 100 Hz - 16 kHz • Impedance: Headset: 32 ohms Microphone: 3.32k ohms http://www.altecmm.com/product_quote...region=latinam

And Cyber Acoustics AC201 Headset


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Features : Voice recognition certified DNCT4: Direct Noise Canceling Microphone Technology Stereo headset Adjustable headband 180 degree microphone Leatherette ear pads Adjustable boom arm Ambidextrous design (wear on right or left side) Technical Specifications : Headset speaker 27mm dynamic drivers Microphone - -67dBV/Microbar - -47dBV/Pascal +/- 4dB Mic power voltage 1.5v to 10v Impedance - 32ohm headset - 2.2K ohms microphone Frequency response - 20-20,000 Hz headset - 100-16,000 Hz microphone Cables - 7 shielded cord - 3.5mm gold plated plugs http://www.cyberacoustics.com/produc...51D8BF18E3EC91

Cyber accoustic ones, have a better frequency response for the headset, but smaller drivers(speakers) than altecs
What do you guys think ? Judging by the specs., which one would be better ?

Also Guys, with any experience with either of these headset, please post here.
Regards

 

[Epoch]

I have gone through many headsets, and they are all overpriced and underperform. You can always look at a Zalman MC-1 clip on microphone and add it to any headphones, which might be a better option depending on your budget.

 

[Firam]

Don't try to combine a mic and a headphone. Get a good pair of headphones and a noise cancelling mic.

 

[brn80]

As a general rule, frequency response may provide an overall picture but can't be used solely to judge sound quality. As the above posters said, just pick up a decent set of headphones and get a clip on mic and that should fit the bill and still provide you with some decent music listening.

If you have to choose between the two, I would say altec lansing, just from the experience I've had with their speakers, and from what I've read about their latest IEM.

If you absolutely have to have a headset, check out the Sennheiser PC30/130/135/140/145/150/160/155/165 line of headsets. They're not up to high end audiophile quality but I'm sure they're going to be better than the above two you've posted.

 

[nsjong]

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Originally Posted by Firam Don't try to combine a mic and a headphone. Get a good pair of headphones and a noise cancelling mic.

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