Superlux HMD-660X

If you need a headset with a dynamic microphone that has an XLR connector output while still taking a 1/4" TRS for input, this product was by far the cheapest way to do it for a long time. It now has competition from the Behringer HLC 660M which I have not personally tried yet but would be inclined to use over this based on positive experience with other Behringer products.

About the headset itself, it definitely feels it's price. It's not the most comfortable headset you can buy, but that seems to be fairly common even amongst much more expensive broadcast headsets. The sound quality from the headset and microphone are also very solid for the money. It even comes with a hard shell case to protect the unit in transportation.

The only significant downside to this headset is the loud crinkling sound that comes through the mic if you have to reposition it during use. This is a problem for my specific use case, but I think most people won't run into this issue on a regular basis - the microphone does stay where you put it.

After one year use:
The feel is great, I can put it on for hours without any discomfort. Maybe for guys/girls with bigger ears can feel the edges over time but it is wrapped with comfy material everywhere it makes contact with your head.
The sound, well, it does not excel in low ranges but there is no distortion at all on high volumes. Mid and high frequencies are clear and well articulated.
The cable is sturdy, you can have 6.3 and 3.5 jack as an input and standard xlr for the mic, which is also very well insulated and gives a nice natural voice (mostly speaking). The big sponge filters out breathing noise and fan winds.
The overall insulation is impressive, almost nothing escapes out when wearing and I mean very high levels are reduced to near zero and it is also true for the opposite way, almost nothing can be heard from outside.
If you love fat low ranges, this is not for you. Except that, everything is superb.

The pros:

- Sound quality on the headphone side is more than OK. Not great, but better than acceptable.
- The mic never pops and I've never had a problem with sibilance.

Now the cons:
- As seen in the specs, the frequency response of the mic isn't stellar. You will sound a bit like you're on an old phone.
- Cable noise: If can keep your head perfectly still while using this, then you won't have much noise from the cable. I use a clothespin to keep the cable from moving enough to cause noticeable noise.
- Minor complaint: The clamping force on the headphones is a little much, and thus may not be comfortable for long.