Spectra USB Transcription Headset

These are a real blessing when you have to transcribe medical reports for a living. I have tried numerous types of headphones for this purpose and these, by far, have worked the best for me. I love the volume control feature on them, and the ear pieces aren't reeking havoc on my ears like the other ones were. The only drawback with these is that they aren't adjustable on the head band, but other than that, these are great! Awesome sound quality and a nice, long cord makes these easy to work with. Just plug in and away you go! I would definitely recommend this product to someone who is looking for a reliable piece of equipment for a low price.

I've had just about every sort of headphones I could try for my transcription job. I work from home and I was starting to think that I was going to have to figure out how to rig my computer's sound card to make all my files louder. When I ordered these I didn't have to have my main speaker volume turned up to its highest setting PLUS the transcription software speaker turned up to its highest setting just to barely hear what the secondary speakers in the room were saying. It was as if it was a miracle. I'm not saying they will change your life, well, maybe I am. It depends on what you've been using in the past. I had tried in ear ear buds, even, because I figured the closer they were to my ear drums the better I'd be able to hear what they were saying in the recording. These sit softly just outside your ear canal but somehow project the sound perfectly. I wish I could describe it better. I also wish I had found these earlier, they would have saved me months of headaches. The feedback from the other headsets and earbuds I had been using caused almost daily migraines, these are heaven sent. The volume button on the cable is a bit heavy and tends to pull on the set a bit, I just make sure that I have it clipped to something close enough to my shoulder that the cable weight due to the volume control doesn't bother me too much. After a while it got to where I didn't notice it at all.

These are wonderful quality and they fit comfortably. My recommendation is not to wear them over your head, but under your chin, as a doctor uses a stethoscope. That way, they feel pillow soft and stay exactly in place. Sound is excellent. Highly recommend.

I use this headset for work and you literally can't beat it for price, quality and comfort. I've been using this set for about 7 months now and it has delivered consistent sound quality. My work requires that I hear voices with clarity and this little headset delivers that. I can't be without them now when working. The volume control on the cord is invaluable for me and these are comfortable enough to wear for hours at a time. If you are looking for a lightweight, comfortable, inexpensive headset with decent sound quality, look no further.

These headphones do not fit inside your ears so they just sit on top of your 'ear hole' for lack of a better word. I've been used to ear buds or headphones with soft covers that totally cover the entire portion of your ear, not just the hole. They're not adjustable in any way, either. This is important because I transcribe and listening to my audio files for several hours a day with this headset on made my ears hurt so bad and gave me headaches. The sound quality is good, which was sad because I just couldn't let them keep irritating my ears. They weren't great, though.So, don't expect amazing clarity, I've had some skull candy earbuds that were just as good. I did notice sometimes these randomly got louder or quieter and my audio files never do that. The person may become louder but not the sound itself. It was as if there was a short in the wire. It's difficult to describe but I can say I wouldn't buy this set again. I tried it because I wanted a better over the head, headset and this was recommended to me. I think I'm better with earbuds and headphones that completely cover your ear.

I was very pleasantly surprised at how good this headset is. Previously I had one that looked almost identical but was a few dollars cheaper. If that's the difference you're considering, my advice would be to spend the extra few bucks. The cord is thicker and sturdier. The volume adjustment is lighter and doesn't drag on the cord nearly as much. The clip is larger and easier to use. And most importantly, both the sound quality and volume are much better. I used to have to set my computer's volume at the maximum, only rarely adjusting it for unusually loud dictation. Now, I can leave the volume at 50%, and the clarity is excellent. I can usually pick up what's being said even with the worst static, mush-mouths, or speed demons. The only thing I don't like is the band is a little tight, making the earbuds press into my ears a little too hard. I find myself taking off the headset and stretching it out several times during a shift. All in all, though, this is the best headset I've used in 20 years on the job.

I was reading the reviews on these and wondered if they would be an improvement from the over-the-ear headphones I have been using for years. I'm getting a little hard of hearing so I thought the over-the-head were the way to go. The sound quality on these is excellent, much clearer than I had before. I also love the clip so you can attach it to your shirt and the cord doesn't weigh down or get in the way. Nice long cord too. I definitely recommend this product1

I have been doing my transcription with in-ear earbuds and it's been making me crazy. I looked at a LOT of headsets and finally decided on this one and I am so pleased! The sound is incredible! I reviewed some of my last jobs and I can hear background voices that I could not make out at all with my regular earbuds. These are going to be the difference between staying where I akm and a promotion in captioning. They feel so much better than earbuds, too! Very comfortable for several hours at a time. I made a great choice with these headphones. I highly recommend them!

Really good sound clarity. Makes a huge difference when proof reading.

Best headset for transcription out there. Better than Wordslinger, which has too much bass, and any others. I've tried them all in this price range. The only cons are some people find their ears ache after prolonged use. I had this issue once but not anymore for some reason. Also, buy the genuine ECS headset ear cushions, not generic ones that are too thin. Other con is the headset is on the fragile side; if you are the type who leaves headset lying on floor and occasionally steps on it, you cannot do that with this one. Take good care of it and it will give you crystal clear speaking audio for a long time.

Very useful product for transcription

Comfortable & excellent sound.

Volume easily accessible, clip works great and sound is good.