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Sennheiser SH 333 Corded Headset

The SH 333 is a unique, stylish monaural headset featuring a convenient neckband. It provides excellent sound and is very comfortable to wear. It is designed to be used with your desk phone, smart phone, or computer (each requires the correct connector cable).

All corded headsets come with a brand specific QD (quick disconnect) connection and require a same brand adapter cable to make them compatible with your phone. These range in price from $26 upwards. 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.

The Good

The Sennheiser SH 333 comes with a supersoft acoustic foam ear cushion. It has a lightweight neckband (13g). A small proportion of people find the headband style of standard headsets uncomfortable or don't like how they interfere with their hairstyle, so this is a great alternative for them. The noise cancelling microphone prevents any unwanted noise being heard by your callers, while the flexible boom ensures perfect positioning. The narrowband microphone delivers a little more volume than the now more common wideband mics.

The patented Activeguard technology in the SH 333 headset protects the user’s hearing from sudden loud noises which can cause acoustic shock.  The headset of course comes with the peace of mind of a 2 year manufacturer’s warranty.

Sennheiser’s years of expertise & experience in high end professional audio has been ploughed into their headsets and has created the new benchmark in headsets.

The Not So Good

The SH333 isn’t a wideband headset so look for an IP Sennheiser model if you plan to use it for VOIP.  This neckband style isn't for everyone.
Other than that, the negatives of the Sennheiser SH 333 are really just generic corded headset issues;  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 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.

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 SH333 corded headset offers an alternate wearing style for people who don't like the traditional over the head option. The quality sound of all Sennheiser headsets is of course second to none but without wideband, this isn't the best option for an IP application.

Other headsets to consider before buying

There are very few nechband optionsIf you’re looking for the wideband version (if you have VOIP) check out the Sennheiser SH 330 IP .  For users that are on calls for extended periods of time, or have a particularly noisy workplace the Sennheiser SH 350 or SC 260 may be a better option to increase call concentration.  If staff sit close together and it’s really noisy the ultra noise cancelling of the neckband styled Sennheiser CC 513 or the binaural Sennheiser CC520 is definitely worth the extra investment.  If you’re not yet brand loyal to Sennheiser,  the Plantronics HW291N is an executive styled headband option.

For those with older or less common phones, the Jabra range offers a smart cable which will provide a compatibility solution for the majority of phones. Have a look at the Jabra GN 2000NC for a robust, quality solution.

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 Jabra Pro 920 which is a great entry level wireless option for only a small amount extra. If you’re already sold on Sennheiser’s quality, the DW Office has 2 wearing styles.