JAWS/Fusion - Headsets compatible with sound splitter feature

JAWS/Fusion - Headsets compatible with sound splitter feature

Problem

A JAWS/Fusion user is considering purchase of a Bluetooth headset for use with JAWS sound splitter feature.

Applies to

  1. JAWS/Fusion

Resolution

Freedom Scientific in a blog post tested a number of headsets.  Their conclusion was that wired headsets although less convenient are more likely to work consistantly.  Wireless headsets that work tend to be those supplied with USB dongle and may not work over regular bluetooth.  Below are options for wireless and wired options that are easily available in the UK.  The links provided below are to Amazon UK with approximate pricing as of summer 2025.

Bluetooth

  1. Logitech H600 Wireless Headset (approximately £50)
    Notes:  Sound splitter only works when using the wireless USB dongle.

  2. Logitech H800 Wireless Headset (approximately £130(
    Notes:  This headset operates as a Bluetooth device or wirelessly using the accompanying USB Dongle. It also includes controls for play/pause, volume up/down, and forward/rewind. The play/pause button can also be used to answer/end a call.

Wired

  1. Plantronics Blackwire 3320 - (Approximately £35)
    Notes:  Has boom mounted microphone

  2. Sennheiser SC 165 (Approximately £70.
    Notes:  Boom mounted microphoen, features control button buttons for adjusting volume and muting/unmuting sound. The microphone folds discretely beneath the head band when not in use.

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