What are wireless headphones with a microphone?

Gamers, people who work remotely, assistants, drivers or athletes: this is just the beginning of a long list of people for whom headphones with a microphone, without cable, are an extremely convenient solution. Which wireless headphones with microphone should I choose?

Wireless headphones with a microphone - on-ear or in-ear?

Are you looking for headphones without a cable? No wonder - they are much more comfortable, especially during exciting gaming or an active day full of professional duties. When choosing the ideal model, pay attention to the main types of this device. How different are they?

Over-ear wireless headphones with microphone

Overhead models are put on over the head, on which a profiled headband is put on. There are large speakers at either end that either wrap around the entire ear or nestle against it. This design and the large size of the membranes provide very good sound insulation of the room, which makes relaxing with your favorite music while playing or listening to a podcast even more complete.

In their case, the microphone can be of two types: internal (in the form of a protruding movable element) and built-in. In the second version, the microphone is not visible, so wireless headphones are more compact, invisible and aesthetic. While using an external device at home is not a major problem, it can be inconvenient on the bus or on the street.

In both cases, over-ear wireless headphones with a microphone are an extremely convenient solution. Due to their large dimensions, they are quite difficult to lose, and at the same time, thanks to the easy availability of folding models, you can easily transport them in a backpack or purse. They do not fall out of the ears, and the membrane surrounding almost all (or all) of the ear gives the impression of spatial sound.

Wireless headphones with microphone

In-the-ear models are very compact headphones that are attached to the auricle, right at the entrance to the ear canal. This solution is discreet and easy to store due to its extremely small size. With the included case (which is often used as a charger), you can easily fit them even in a shirt pocket.

In-ear wireless headphones with a microphone are always equipped with a built-in microphone, so it is not visible. Depending on the model, its operation may consist of pressing the appropriate button on the handset, using the touchpad on the front of the handset, or using a voice command. The music will then stop and the call will be answered, which activates the microphone and allows you to start a conversation in a comfortable way.

What parameters should you pay attention to when buying wireless headphones with a microphone?

When looking for a model that will fully meet your expectations, be sure to check the technical data of headphones that appeal to you visually and on a budget. It is the specifications that contain the most important information, such as:

Headphone frequency response - expressed in hertz (Hz). The absolute standard today are models 40-20000 Hz. High quality ones offer 20-20000 Hz (eg Qoltec Super Bass Dynamic BT), while the most expensive ones can even reach 4-40000 Hz. The choice depends primarily on your expectations: if you are looking for a strong, deep bass, look for a model that is as close as possible to the latest sample.

Microphone frequency response - the wider the range of bass and treble processing, the more realistic and continuous your voice will be. On the market you will find models starting even from 50 Hz and this is a very good result. For example, take a look at the Genesis Argon 100 gaming headphones, whose microphone frequency response starts at 20 Hz.

Headphone noise canceling an additional feature that makes the speakers even better soundproofed. If you want nothing from the outside to interfere with you while playing or listening to music, be sure to choose a model equipped with this technology.

Noise canceling microphone - we can say that this is noise reduction in the microphone version. Responsible for capturing most of the surrounding sounds, "not paying attention" to the mower noisy outside the window or the barking dog in the next room. For example, Cowin E7S headphones are equipped with this technology.

Microphone sensitivity - information about how loud sounds the microphone can pick up, process and transmit. This parameter is expressed in decibels minus and the lower the value (i.e. the higher the sensitivity), the greater the risk of recording unwanted sounds from the environment. However, noise cancellation can help. A really good model will have about -40 dB - JBL Free 2 headphones offer as much as -38 dB.

Headphone volume - also expressed in decibels, this time with a plus sign. High values ​​indicate louder volume, so if you like to listen to music very loudly, select a higher dB number. – e.g. 110 for Klipsch Reference in-ear headphones.

Operating time/battery capacity – displayed either in milliamp hours (mAh) only or, more clearly, in minutes or hours. Due to the lack of a cable, headphones with a Bluetooth microphone must be equipped with a rechargeable battery, which means that they require regular charging. Very good models will work several tens of hours on a full battery, for example, JBL Tune 225 TWS (25 hours).

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