Recommend me open-back Bluetooth headphones with mic
Discussion
sparkyhx said:
in your title you mention Open-Backed, but in your post you dont mention this.
This is a big difference - and actually an unusual requirement in the context
Yes, Open-backed. I'm currently using wired Sennheiser HD590's (and a USB mic) which are well over 20 years old and still super-comfy. I don't want to be cut off from the outside world, and sound leaking from them isn't an issue. Also as a glasses-wearer, getting a good seal for closed back ones isn't usually easy or comfortable. This is a big difference - and actually an unusual requirement in the context
The only ones I've found so far are these. https://gradolabs.com/headphones/wireless/item/74-...
Good reviews, apart from the mic.
silentbrown said:
sparkyhx said:
in your title you mention Open-Backed, but in your post you dont mention this.
This is a big difference - and actually an unusual requirement in the context
Yes, Open-backed. I'm currently using wired Sennheiser HD590's (and a USB mic) which are well over 20 years old and still super-comfy. I don't want to be cut off from the outside world, and sound leaking from them isn't an issue. Also as a glasses-wearer, getting a good seal for closed back ones isn't usually easy or comfortable. This is a big difference - and actually an unusual requirement in the context
The only ones I've found so far are these. https://gradolabs.com/headphones/wireless/item/74-...
Good reviews, apart from the mic.
I have Bose Quiet Comforts, Sennheiser Momentums, and I'm happy wearing with glasses, but as they are closed back and good fit they do a good job of keeping out external noise even if no NC is used.
sparkyhx said:
I have Bose Quiet Comforts, Sennheiser Momentums, and I'm happy wearing with glasses, but as they are closed back and good fit they do a good job of keeping out external noise even if no NC is used.
Cheers. I tried on a pair of Grados but didn't like the "on ear" rather than "over ear" fit. I've just ordered a pair of Sennheiser Momentum 3s. Only £200 from Amazon, which seems bit of a bargain.
silentbrown said:
I've just ordered a pair of Sennheiser Momentum 3s. Only £200 from Amazon, which seems bit of a bargain.
Time for a mini-review:Good
- Super build quality
- Sound quality is stunning
- Headphone socket
- Comes complete with case, cables, etc.
- As a glasses wearer, the pressure on ears from the closed back becomes painful. It's a relief to take them off after about 20 minutes.
- Bluetooth "headphones" vs "headset" profiles are a PITA. (Headphones are stereo, no mic, Headset is mono + mic. Each appears as separate device, each has independent volume settings)
- Closed back sound just doesn't work well for calls, even with "transparent hearing" on. You can't hear your own voice and surroundings well.
- I've got very mild tinnitus. The closed back really exaggerates this
- There's up to 30 seconds of audio stuttering when first connected to PC. So I can't just put them on to receive an incoming call.
- For some reason, the headphones bluetooth signal cause havoc with wifi. My phone can't connect to wifi reliably once the headphones are paired. (other BT devices aren't a problem...)
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