Panasonic KX-TCA60 Hands-Free Headset with Comfort Fit Headband by Panasonic
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Digital camera reviews of Panasonic KX-TCA60 Hands-Free Headset with Comfort Fit Headband
Digital camera Review: Best corded earpiece I've bought
Summary: 5 Stars
Yes, this corded cell phone headset is larger then those hang-on-your-ear types but it sure works better. I can hear good on this thing and when I talk the person on the other side they can hear good too. I don't know about duribilty yet haven't had it that long. I use it at the house for long conversations or in my truck when I think I'm going to be on long. In the truck I use my visor bluetooth for quick yes or no conversations or "what time" answers other then that I plug this thing into the cell. I've had Bluetooth stuff before and it was also lousy performance. I really like this Panasonic Corded Headset.Digital camera Review: Best headset ever...
Summary: 5 Stars
This headset surpassed my expectations, even after reading it's great reviews. I use it 8 hours per day in my home office and I never have any problems with sound quality and the people on the other end always say I sound better when I am on the headset.
The only problem that I had in the beginning was when the headset was not completely in the headset jack. I didn't realize that it needs some force to be completely plugged in, but it could also be the model of phone that I am using. Coming from using a $100 plus Plantronics, I am very satisfied with the quality of this headset and intend to purchase another.
Digital camera Review: Best low-cost headset around
Summary: 4 Stars
This is my fourth or fifth one of these. I am a telecommuter, and I am in teleconferences 3-4 hours a day, so having a good headset is vital. I've tried a number of different brands, including high-cost ones, but none work as well or are as comfortable as this Panasonic. My only complaints are that the cord keeps twisting up, and the head band is not all that sturdy, but at this low price, they are virtually disposable. As long as you don't throw them on the floor (don't ask), they'll hold up pretty well, and it's not that hard to hang the headset by the cord and let it unwind every so often. No, it doesn't have a volume control or mute button on the cord, but all my phones have volume and mute controls that are easier to use, anyway. If you just need a headset that lets you talk on the phone for hours in comfort, and don't want to spend a lot of money, then this is the best thing out there.Digital camera Review: Best monaural headset you can get--but not very durable
Summary: 5 Stars
I am very particular about headsets. This Panasonic headset has been my favorite headset ever, and I own at least 13 headsets (really). Unfortunately, mine developed a bad/intermittent contact somewhere, but I go through headsets like bottled water (only 6 of mine work). I bought another because I couldn't stand using my 'backups' anymore. I recommended it to 2 friends, and theirs are going strong, but they use theirs less. I use my headsets hard, often hours a day.
The leatherette earpad is comfortable, and will not wear out & need to be replaced like foam covers will. This one has a good-length boom and mic gain. People don't say, "What? Talk louder." with this headset, and they like the way my voice sounds; in fact, I believe it is the same mic element in my older high-end (nice-sounding) KX-TC series Panasonic phone, because people can't tell a difference when I switch over. Receiving sound is also very good; not too weak or too strong, but if I had to choose, a little on the stronger/efficient side, which most people prefer.
The headset doesn't feel delicate, but I guess it is, or at least some internal wiring is, as poor durability is reported. It's not an excuse, but you ~could~ buy 2 or 3 of these for the same price as more expensive models (even Panasonic) and still not get a headset as good-sounding or as comfortable.
I have ruined headsets by rotating the mic to get it pointed more towards my mouth (I don't mean bending the boom). Don't do that. If you pull off the foam windscreen, you will notice that the mic is at a 45 deg angle when it is facing your mouth. This is actually proper from a sound engineering aspect.
Everything which makes this headset larger, 'clunkier', 'mid school', 'unattractive', or 'uncool', or its lack of collapsibility serves to your advantage for good sound and comfort. Due to its size, it's not ideal to bring along for cellphone use, but if you do, while you have it on, you will be well-served.
Like the previous reviewer, I have used/owned Plantronics (not Panasonic) headsets and they do not work well in my Panasonic and other home phones. The (Plantronics--I've used 3) mics simply do not produce enough gain, and the booms do not come out far enough to the mouth. So I use them as backups. Plantronics used to be the expensive quality leader, but their quality seems to have suffered in recent years, and prices remain high. Panasonic has been the only brand to consistently do right by me on many products.
Amzn price on this item fluctuates. Anything in the low tens is a great price online, anything in the mid tens is the best price you'll see in a store, and the high tens is typical store price.
This has a 2.5mm mini-plug for use in cell and home phones, not computer sound cards. Headsets are made in China, like everything else we depend on.
Digital camera Review: Best quality for the price
Summary: 5 Stars
I know that the sound quality of this headset is outstanding. Although my experience being on the other end of the line is limited, I have asked and been told that the quality on the receiving end is also very good. I have a portable AC unit that I run on hot days, which to me seems loud but I am told is not noticeable to the caller (or callee). There is no mute or volume control, but I use it with my cordless telephones that have those capabilities so that is not a problem. I suppose the next step for me would be a wireless solution, but this works great for me: it needs no batteries and the price is right.