EPOS Impact 1000 Headset
EPOS Impact 1000 Headset
I love headphones. I use them a lot when traveling or the rare times I must work in a cubicle or other shared space.
The sound quality of desktop headphones often leaves something to be desired because they tend to use speakers optimized for voice and are not that great for music or other forms of audio. This means I must travel with two sets of headphones, one for entertainment and one for work.
At around $430 list (you should be able to find them for less), these headphones are not a cheap date. However, they have some features I really like. For instance, they inductively charge on their stand when not in use.
The headphones I typically use have a physical connection, so it often takes me a bit to get them seated properly so they charge. The EPOS Impact 1000 headphones do not have this shortcoming. You just place them on the stand and go.
In use, these still favor voice, which means music vocals are extremely clear, but the lows and music depth are limited. In short, if given a choice, headphones designed for music will perform better, while these will outperform for voice-focused applications like video conferencing and internet calls.
These EPOS headphones are Bluetooth enabled, so they will work with smartphones, tablets, PCs, and anything else that will take a Bluetooth accessory. It comes with a USB Bluetooth dongle for a desktop computer that works fine with PC and smartphone Bluetooth, a USB-C cable, a stand/charger, and a carry case. The microphone rotates so you can put it on either side of your head.
Noise suppression is exceptionally good, particularly for over-the-ear designed headphones, and the EPOS Impact 1000 can pair with up to three devices. Battery life is outstanding. This device can go days without charging for normal use. You can charge them with a USB-C cable if you do not want to pack the headset stand, which is nicely designed but large.
They come in several versions, including:
- 1061 headset without noise cancellation;
- 1061T with Microsoft Teams certification and no noise cancellation;
- 1061 ANC with noise cancellation — like the one I tested; and
- 1061T with Microsoft Teams certification and active noise cancellation.
The versions without noise cancellation cost about $80 less, but it is worth the extra money to get that feature. You can compare them all on the EPOS Website.
I am wearing these headphones as I write this while listening to music — and making the EPOS Impact 1000 1061 ANC version is my Product of the Week.
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