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>Date: Wed, 19 Mar 2003 11:32:27 -0500
>From: Jack Burston <[log in to unmask]>
>Subject: Headphone/mics
>To:  Language Learning and Technology International Information Forum    <[log in to unmask]>,       Calico discussion list <[log in to unmask]>
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Dear Colleagues,

Since the question of headphone/mics comes up regularly on the listservs, I
thought it would be worthwhile to pass along my recent experience with the
SoundSource (SOUN001) Deluxe Stereo Padded Headset with Microphone. On
paper, it looked very attractive and at less than $16 (from Provantage.com)
I decided to order one for evaluation. Unfortunately, I immediately
discovered that it fit poorly.  When I tried to adjust the headphones for a
better fit, the very thin wire connecting the ear cup to the headset broke
in my hand. This is very definitely a product to stay clear of.  Jack
-- 
Jack Burston, Ph.D.
Director 
Foreign Language Technology Center
College of Liberal Arts
Rochester Institute of Technology
Rochester, NY 14623-5604