EPOS|Sennheiser IMPACT SC 660 Corded Headset

EPOS|Sennheiser IMPACT SC 660 Corded Headset

The Sennheiser SC660 Corded Headset aka ‘The Century’ is Sennheiser’s premium ultra noise cancelling binaural headset, designed to be used with your desk phone, smart phone, or computer (each requires the correct connector cable). The SC660 headset has an over the head wearing style, with rotatable microphone for left or right hand side wear.

All corded headsets come with a brand specific QD (quick disconnect) connection and require a same brand adaptor cable to make them compatible with your phone. These range in price from $25-70. Many of these cables look the same but are different inside, so if you’re not 100% sure which you need, give us a call and our staff will gladly check for you. Alternatively just add the headset to cart and follow the prompts to find the right cable for your phone. There are also cables for mobile phones and computers (though if you just need this headset for computer use there is a USB version.

The Good

Where to start!!??? Sennheiser have told us this is the ultimate, the bees knees, the dog’s…. well you get the idea – they’re pretty proud of it. But what to WE think of it? Pretty much the same actually. Sennheiser have an unrivalled reputation for all things audio and this headset is no different. If you are buying a headset for someone who wants the best corded headset that money can buy – stop reading, you’ve found it, just add to cart now.

The Century has HD voice clarity, an ULTRA noise cancelling microphone but is still lightweight and comfortable enough to wear all day. The ULTRA noise cancelling microphone means that even in the noisiest call centre, you’ll sound like you have a corner office with a view. Most of our headset team wear ultra noise cancelling headsets (albeit wireless) so call and ask for a little over the phone demo of just how much noise it blocks out.

The speakers are made from high quality neodymium so you can hear every utterance. It’s ‘wideband’ so if you and your caller are on IP phones you won’t get that flat tinny quality to the voice – the 660 enhances the voice to sound entirely natural. These earcups fold flat for storage or travel.

The build quality of the SC600 range is second to none; Stainless steel and brushed aluminium parts for lightweight strength, metal re-inforced headband as well as ultra sonic welded microphone housing. In addition Sennheiser as so confident in these headsets that the entire SC 600 range comes with a 3 year warranty instead of the normal 2 years – so you are you feeling the love yet?

As you’d expect from Sennheiser, their patented Activeguard technology protects your hearing from sudden loud noises which can cause acoustic shock. This saves your business from hefty Work Cover claims.

The Not So Good

There’s really nothing bad to say about this headset headset per se – As with any corded headset, with the Sennheiser SC600s you are tethered to your phone via a cable, this can be frustrating when wires lie across your desk and get in the way of papers or drop down and get crushed & tangled under chair wheels. If your work requires that you get up from your desk (whether on a call or not) you’ll need to unclip the headset or take it off each time & reclip / put it back on when you return. If you do this a lot it can get super-annoying so a wireless headset could save you time, hassle (and hair!)

If you don’t have a headset port on your phone, a corded headset will take the place of your handset. If you still want to use the handset you can pick up a switch to allow you to swap between the two but really, at that price point you may as well look at the excellent wireless headsets from Sennheiser (the DW Pro range also have the ultra noise cancelling microphone).

As we’ve mentioned, corded headsets need connector cables, so don’t forget to factor in those costs when budgeting. If you have a phone that is difficult to match for compatibility you may have to look at an amplifier. An amp, while providing superior call control (with mute and volume controls) and sound quality, will push up the price to about the same as a wireless headset (which have an amp built in), no brainer – if you need an amp, get a wireless headset!

The Verdict

The Sennheiser SC 660 is for staff who want the best quality sound on the market and prefer a corded headset.

Other Headsets To Consider Before Buying

There are also padded headbands available in the & . If you don’t need the ultra cancelling microphone or every bell & whistle, the & are both excellent headsets.

Another factor to consider is the extra productivity that can be gained from the freedom to walk away from your desk while on a call. It is worth checking out the which is a great entry level wireless option for only a small amount extra. If you want to stick with Sennheiser then the is their magnificent wireless option, which also has an ultra noise cancelling microphone. If you think 2 ears are better than one, the is your best choice.

Specifications
SKU	1000555
Manufacturer	EPOS | Sennheiser
Product Type	Office Corded
Cable Length	1m
Wireless Technology
Warranty	3 Year
Wearing Style	Over the head (two ears)
Connection Type	Quick/Easy Disconnect Cable
Software Compatabilty	Apple, Dragon Naturally Speaking, MacSpeech, Skype, Unified Communications, Voice Recognition Software, Windows
Ear Cushion Material	Leatherette
Headset Weight	86g
Coverage Range
Conference Additonal Headsets
Best Use	Noisy Office, Quiet Office
Application	Desk Phone (Digital, IP or Analogue)
Audio Qualities	ActiveGuard Acoustic Protection, HD Audio, Noise protection, Stereo sound, Ultra Noise cancelling mic, Wideband Audio, Wideband mic
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Features and Benefits:

• Sennheiser HD voice clarity – wideband sound for a natural listening
  experience
• Ultra noise-canceling microphone for perfect speech transmission
• High-quality neodymium speaker for outstanding HD audio quality
• Sennheiser ActiveGard® technology protects users from acoustic shock and sudden sound surges
• Stainless steel hinge on speaker joint for maximum strength
• Brushed aluminum parts for strong and lightweight design
• Unibody headband construction for maximum strength at stress points
• Kevlar® reinforced cable for extreme durability
• Large leatherette ear-pad for exceptional wearing comfort and powerful sound
• Ultra sonic welded microphone housing for maximum durability
• Extension headband with number indication for accurate adjustment
• 90 degree turnable speaker-housing for space saving storage and transport
• 3 years international warranty

Manufacturers Description

Sennheiser SC 660 is a premium binaural wired headset for quality-conscious contact center and office professionals requiring outstanding sound performance.

Sound leadership With Sennheiser HD voice clarity and ultra-noise cancelling microphone, SC 660 optimizes speech intelligibility in noisy contact center and office environments.

Quality design With a focus on quality materials and durability, SC 660 is built to withstand heavy contact center usage. Stainless steel and brushed aluminum parts with a unibody headband construction create an iconic, high-end design that enhances strength and robustness.

User focus Sound enhancement features make conversations crisp and clear, and a leatherette ear-pad ensures powerful sound and wearing comfort. A metal reinforced headband maintains a perfect fit and is numbered for easy accurate adjustment. With Sennheiser ActiveGard® for acoustic shock protection, SC 660 is designed to enable quality-conscious professionals to perform at their best, whatever the environment.