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I am going to blame\u00a0extreme busyness over\u00a0the bustling, whirlwind\u00a0holiday season for me missing the announcement of the ClearOne CHAT USB Headsets. While I can\u2019t pin point the exact drink that caused me to miss it, I have pulled myself together and taken a look at them.<\/p>\n
The side of ClearOne that I know best is their USB personal and tabletop conferencing products which is only the tip of the iceberg when it comes to what they have to offer<\/a>. The new CHAT USB headsets<\/a> fall into the same bin as the mentioned products and are a smart move by ClearOne.<\/p>\n These USB\u00a0headsets are broken into three different classifications<\/strong> by ClearOne:<\/p>\n Before I go into what makes each headset different I\u2019ll go over the common ground. All of the headsets have simple plug-and-play installation and feature in-line volume controls for UC applications. This includes full compatibility with Microsoft Lync<\/strong> call controls.<\/p>\n All three styles are also equipped with Acoustic Shock Protection (ASP) technology which helps prevent high-pitched tones and annoying volume spikes. Additional they all have ClearOne proprietary noise-cancelling technology filters.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n With an MSRP of $40 this really is your entry level headset for call centers.<\/p>\n The only difference between the two is that the CHAT 20M is monaural while the 20D is binaural.\u00a0 The CHAT 20 headset’s\u00a0adjustable boom mic features a windscreen and the headset includes a travel pouch. They also have an adjustable headband but, feature a higher quality ear piece.<\/p>\n Once again with the MSRPs being pretty low (CHAT 20M, $50 and CHAT 20D, $60) they are still a good match for call centers.<\/p>\n The Professional models are the cr\u00e8me de la cr\u00e8me of the ClearOne USB Headsets.<\/p>\n Like the CHAT 20 models the Professional ClearOne CHAT 30 series come in two different styles:<\/p>\n These CHAT 30 series\u00a0headsets feature:<\/p>\n Of the three models the CHAT 30 are most expensive (CHAT 30M, $75 and CHAT 30D, $100) which might make them a bit pricey for some call centers but are a good match for higher level employees. Plus you still get the travel pouch.<\/p>\n3 Headset Groups<\/h2>\n
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Separating the Classic from the Premium<\/h2>\n
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<\/a>The Classic consist of one headset, \u00a0the ClearOne CHAT 10D<\/a>\u00a0which features:<\/p>\n\n
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<\/a>The Premium consist of two different models:<\/p>\n\n
Professional Models<\/h2>\n
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<\/a>ClearOne CHAT 30M<\/a>\u00a0(Monaural)<\/li>\n\n