PC speaker/microphone
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Kudos

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2,674 posts

204 months

Wednesday 5th August 2020
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As per title, I’m looking recommendations for a PC speaker/mic. Like most, I’m now working at home and spending 5-6hrs per day with a headset on. I’d prefer to use speakers with a mic to rest my ears!

I’m in a quiet room so won’t pick up background noise.

Thanks

mikef

6,158 posts

281 months

Wednesday 5th August 2020
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USB wired - Polycom C100S (if it’s still being sold)
Bluetooth - Bose Soundlink Mini II

sgrimshaw

7,587 posts

280 months

Wednesday 5th August 2020
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Jabra Speak 510, cracking bit of kit:

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Jabra-Bluetooth-Conferenc...

Kudos

Original Poster:

2,674 posts

204 months

Thursday 6th August 2020
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Thanks. Have used the Jabra previously and quite good.

Any recommendations if I wanted a good set of speakers that can be used for listening to music etc? Can you pair some speakers with a separate mic?

xeny

5,524 posts

108 months

Thursday 6th August 2020
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Depends a lot on space and budget, also what your music tastes are.

If there's space and you like lots of bass, there's a lot to be said for a small amp and a set of bookshelf speakers.

Kudos

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2,674 posts

204 months

Friday 7th August 2020
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xeny said:
Depends a lot on space and budget, also what your music tastes are.

If there's space and you like lots of bass, there's a lot to be said for a small amp and a set of bookshelf speakers.
I'm certainly no audiophile but considering the Bose Companion 50 as I like the idea of the puck to mute myself

Foliage

3,861 posts

152 months

Kudos

Original Poster:

2,674 posts

204 months

Monday 10th August 2020
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Does £30-40 get a semi decent mic?

One caveat, preference for one with a mini jack rather than USB