For the podcasters out there, it is quite necessary to have the right tools for the job to make your work sound professional. That is why you need to start with your direct communication devices to bring a clear message to your listeners.
For that, you need a headset that will provide you with the necessary professionalism you need for your audience. In this review, we will take a closer look at those headphones that will help you be heard by those who matter.
Keep on reading if you want to know more about these very suitable headsets.
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Best Headphones for Podcasting Reviews
Shure SRH440 Professional Studio Headphones
The SRH440 are very nice looking and comfortable earphones that will make a perfect addition to your podcaster toolbox and make your job easier.
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Only high-quality materials are used in the construction of these earphones from Shure to make them strong and durable. They are designed with quite a durable construction to make these earphones last for a very long time to come.
You get quite a long 10-foot coiled cable included to make the earphones suitable to be used for a variety of sound applications. This cable is detachable to improve the earphones' mobility, and functionality and the earphones themselves are collapsible to keep safe when not in use.
With enhanced frequency response capability, they will deliver very accurate audio over an extended range. The impedance and power handling are optimized for better performance with all professional audio devices and provide you with a crystal clear sound output.
However, these earphones from Shure are not available in different colors, which might take away some of their versatility. They also do not come with a built-in mic.
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Audio-Technica ATH-M50x Headphones
Available in black, silver, and purple, the ATX-M50x headphones improve the versatility for the professionals out there.
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With quite a comfortable fit on the ears and the very ergonomic design of these earphones, they are quite handy to have. They are very suitable for the professional as well as for the home user with great features included with them
These earphones come with quite large 45 millimeters drivers to provide you with clear and very loud sound output. You also have very clear sound output through a wide frequency range as well as a very accurate bass response.
Made from very high-quality materials, these earphones will last for a very long time to provide you with many hours of great sound. The cable that comes with these headphones is detachable, so you can easily replace it when you need to.
You do not get a built-in microphone with these earphones, which makes them a bit less versatile. The audio cable is also a bit short, which means you will have to add a longer cable for better versatility and more sound applications.
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Sony MDR7506 Professional Headphones
These headphones come from a very reliable manufacturer, and just the mention of the name will instill trust and peace of mind.
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These earphones from Sony can be folded up into quite a small compact package for easy storage when not in use. They also come with a soft travel bag included to keep them free from dust and accidental damage when traveling.
They come with quite a wide frequency response range from as little as 20 Hertz and up to a very high 20 kilohertz. With quite large 40mm drivers, you will get quite a clear and very powerful sound output for a very detailed sound.
The very large diaphragm and very effective close ear design of the earphones provide excellent noise-canceling capability. Also included is a very comfortable fit on the ear with the very ergonomic design to prevent early fatigue and long hours of use.
Unfortunately with these earphones, the cable is not detachable and might pose a problem if it is time to replace the cable. They are also not available in many different colors, and that might be a problem for those fashionable people out there.
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Audio-Technica BPHS1 Broadcast Stereo Headset
These professional headphones will be just the tool for the podcaster that needs quality sound output and durability in one package.
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The high-quality microphone attached to these headphones is connected with a boom that can be used on the left as well as on the right side. It comes with a very clear voice reproducing capability to make it perfect for podcast use.
With a detachable cable, you can easily remove the cable or replace it when it is time to do so. The detachable cable is quite long to make the headset suitable for many different professional and home sound output applications.
The headphones provide you with quite a high output sound reproduction with the large 40mm sound drivers that are included with the headset. They are also designed to make the earphones provide a perfect fit on the ear and give great noise-canceling capability.
Unfortunately, there is no protective casing included to keep the headset safe when it is not in use or while traveling. Another thing to consider is that the headphones are not available in different colors for the fashion-conscious people.
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Sennheiser RS120 On-Ear Wireless Headphones
These earphones are very comfortable and come with a variety of great sound output features to make them perfect for the podcaster.
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With the wireless feature of these earphones, you will easily have interference-free sound reception for up to 300 feet. This is great for those who need to have a mobile setup for their headphones.
Included with these headphones, you get the open-air design so you can have crystal clear sound at your disposal. It will deliver a very detailed and warm sound with a strong bass response to make it ideal for professional use.
The wall-mounted transmitter will double as a charging unit to make the headphones versatile and mobile for different sound output applications. The headset is designed to provide you with a perfect fit on the ears so you can easily use them for many hours.
Unfortunately, these headphones can not be folded up into a small package for easy storage, and this will take away some of the mobility factors. You also do not have a microphone included with these headphones, which make it less versatile for different applications.
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FINAL VERDICT
A clear winner in this lineup is the Audio-Technica BPHS1 Broadcast headset with a built-in microphone and many great features. A runner up will be the Audio-Technica ATH-M50x. It is available at a lower price point but with all the great features included.
