Cyber Acoustics AC-850 Internet Communication USB Stereo Headset and Boom Mic (Black)

by Cyber Acoustics

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 7.2 x 8.5 x 2.2 inches ; 6.4 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 1 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B00083Y0T6
• Item model number: AC-850
• Average Customer Review: 3.6 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (45 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #2,354 in Electronics (See Top 100 in Electronics)
• Date first available at Amazon.com: September 14, 2004

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

Cyber Acoustics USB Stereo Headset/Microphone AC-850 Use it for gaming or just online chatting If you're a hardcore gamer or someone who just wants to use Voice Over iP (Skype, iChat, Google Talk, etc.) the AC-850 is the headset for you. It has a flexible, noise-canceling boom microphone that rotates 180-degrees for optimum voice transmission. It also has 30mm dynamic drivers that deliver clear, quality sound. All these features factor into the AC-850's Voice Over iP capabilities and make using it easy. Enjoy your audio comfortably The AC-850 has an adjustable, over the head design that fits on any head size. The leatherette ear pads are soft and help the headset stay on without being too tight. They stay comfortable while delivering high quality sound.

Features that make communication seamless It has a 7' shielded power cord with gold plated 3.5mm plugs and produces high frequency sound. It is voice recognition certified and has DNCT4: Direct Noise-Canceling Microphone Technology. Designed ambidextrously for optimum comfort when in use The AC-850 is designed ambidextrously so you can wear the microphone on the right or left side of your head. Making it even more versatile, the microphone is bendy and flexible. You can shape it any which way you want for ultimate comfort.

Fully adjustable volume at ease It has an easily accessible volume control on the power cord. This way you can change the volume without having to adjust any settings on your computer or gaming system. Connect to a USB port or other USB device at ease.

It's powerful headset with the ability to get loud

The AC-850 packs a punch. At -62dBV/Microbar (-42dBV/Pascal) you can really up the volume for clear sound. The headset's frequency is 20-20,000 Hz and the microphone's is 100-16,000 Hz. These technical aspects make for the production of high quality sound.

Product Description

Slick, comfortable, and awesome quality, the AC-850 USB stereo headset is a great choice for anyone doing Voice Over iP and gaming. Bring your ears to attention with the AC-850’s 30mm dynamic drivers. The adjustable, over the head design fits comfortably on any head size, and the flexible, noise-canceling boom mic’s 180-degree rotation gets the job done, no matter your preference. The in-line volume control and mute switch are conveniently located within reach, and comfort is no issue with the AC-850’s soft, leatherette ear pads. Listen to crystal clear USB digital audio in style.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

70 of 71 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Good headset to have, March 22, 2006

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Joshua D. Kelly (Atsugi, Japan) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Cyber Acoustics AC-850 Internet Communication USB Stereo Headset and Boom Mic (Black) (Electronics)

I don't know if it's all USB headsets or just this one but it has a couple of really good points:

First of all you have the ability (in your Control Panel under Sounds and Audio Devices) to set up your sound were anything using voice recording or playback exclusively uses your headset where as all other sounds go through your main speakers and any recordings you'd like to make can still be done through your other microphone without having to change settings every time you'd like to make an internet call or voice chat.

Next the audio quality and mike response is not exceptional but it's still really good. The noise cancelling works well and allows you to talk without completely muting your voice.

Over all its pretty solid and I'd recommend it to anyone over a headset you have to plug into your sound cards audio out and mike jacks.

46 of 47 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars average headset, with a flaw, November 10, 2006

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Tom Davis Jr. "tjdavisjr" (Shirley, MA United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Cyber Acoustics AC-850 Internet Communication USB Stereo Headset and Boom Mic (Black) (Electronics)

Have to say that I'm pleased with this headset. Sound quality for the price is excellent. In-cord volume/mute control is a very convenient feature as well. The earphones themselves are a bit on the small side which leads to my only complaint... after an hour or so of use, they begin to hurt your ears. So you'll need to take frequent breaks. But if you're looking for an inexpensive headset and you don't expect to be on the computer for more than an hour at a time, this would be a good buy.

26 of 27 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Does what it's supposed to do., March 8, 2007

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A. McRae (Utah, USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Cyber Acoustics AC-850 Internet Communication USB Stereo Headset and Boom Mic (Black) (Electronics)

This headset works just like it's supposed to. It has some features I really like. I use it to talk to friends from around the country using the Ventrilo and TeamSpeak programs. The sound quality of the headphones is more than adequate for talking. The sound isn't great if you're listening to music though. I wouldn't say it's bad, just not great. (I am very spoiled when it comes to sound quality from headphones though. You may like the sound better than I do.) Having volume controls on the cord is great and the USB connection is my favorite. I don't like to leave it plugged in all the time so I really appreciate how quick and easy it is to just plug in and talk. I haven't heard how I sound through the microphone, but my friends have no problem hearing or understanding what I say and recognize my voice so I assume it is at the very least adequate. The earphones are very padded and I can comfortably wear them for up to a few hours at a time.