Microsoft LifeChat LX-1000 Specifications, Tests and Review

Headphone type
On-ear
Connectivity
Wired
Frequency Response
80 - 20000 Hz
Sensitivity
98 dB
Impedance
34 Ohm
Microphone
Boom

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Microsoft LifeChat LX-1000 Full Specifications and Details

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DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS Microsoft LifeChat LX-1000
Product Type Headset - wired
Height 18.3 cm
Width 14.4 cm
Depth 4.82 cm
Weight 81 g Better than 77 % of headphones rated.
Recommended Use Computer

The Microsoft LifeChat LX-1000 are wired headphones. In the case of studio and professional DJ headphones, a wired connection is a standard and a necessity. In this case, connecting via cable reduces audio transmission delays and prevents unwanted battery drain as it would be in case of wireless headphones. The same is de facto true for gaming headsets. In case of headphones for normal music listening, the cable is rather a relic, although it still has its fans. However, the wireless option is much more popular for everyday use in today’s world.

The headphones are designed as on-ear. On-ear headphones are generally lighter. However, their design has fewer isolation capabilities, and therefore, for example, more sound can be let in and out compared to around-ear headphones. The weight of the headphones is 81 g. Although these are over-the-head headphones that are normally characterized by their bulky nature, this model can be folded into a more compact form. This makes them easier to fit into a backpack or bag

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SOUND QUALITY Microsoft LifeChat LX-1000
Headphones Form Factor On-ear
Foldable Yes Better than 84 % of headphones rated.
Connectivity Technology Wired
Sound Output Mode Stereo
Frequency Response 80 - 20000 Hz Worse than 85 % of headphones rated.
Sensitivity 98 dB Worse than 78 % of headphones rated.
Impedance 34 Ohm
In-Cord Volume Control Yes

The sound quality can be affected by many factors. When it comes to frequency range, the wider it is, the more detail you will hear when listening. However, the range a person can perceive is highly individual. The average person is able to perceive frequencies in the range of 16 to 20 000 Hz. So the most common frequency range you will see on the market is 20 to 20,000 Hz. Lower frequencies up to approximately 256 Hz are considered bass frequencies. Therefore, the lower the bottom value is, the better the headphones will reproduce bass. Conversely, values from approximately 2 048 Hz upwards are treble. That is why headphones with a high upper value will provide a much more accurate reproduction of high notes. Microsoft LifeChat LX-1000 offers a frequency range of 80 - 20000 Hz. The sensitivity parameter determines how sensitively the headphones can receive the signal from the source. The higher the sensitivity value, the louder the headphones will be able to play with less power consumption. In general, a higher listening volume also means a higher power load for the connected device. So if you're buying headphones to listen to music from your mobile phone, for example, this is relevant to think about as you don't want to drain your phone's battery too much. Lower values around 85 dB are more suitable for listening in more quiet environments (for example, at home or in the office). Medium values of around 90 dB can provide good listening quality in noisier environments (for example, on public transport or in cafés). Headphones with high sensitivity values of around 100 dB or more are designed for really noisy environments, such as concerts. The Microsoft LifeChat LX-1000 has 98 dB. To control the optimum playback volume you can use the manual control directly on the cable.

The device connected to the headphones also plays a role most times. The lower impedance value (approximately 100 to 150 Ohms) is suitable for playback from mobile phones, laptops or other portable players that do not have a powerful enough amplifier. The lower impedance will ensure that the required volume level is achieved with less power, thus extending the life of the player. However, at the same time, with lower impedance, there is more distortion of the sound. Headphones with a higher impedance of around 250 Ohms and above are then more suitable for playback from really powerful signal sources or using a headphone amplifier, otherwise the sound coming out of them might not be loud enough. At the same time, higher-impedance headphones will also ensure less distortion in the sound. In the case of these headphones, the impedance reaches the 34 Ohm value.

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MICROPHONE Microsoft LifeChat LX-1000
Type Boom
Frequency Response 80 - 20000 Hz Better than 94 % of headphones rated.
Sensitivity -50 dB

Microsoft LifeChat LX-1000 has a boom–type microphone. The microphone sensitivity is -50 dB. A lower microphone sensitivity will generally ensure that even quieter sounds are caught. On the other hand, in noisier environments, distortion of the recording may occur. With a higher sensitivity, the microphone will not distort the recording even in noisy environments. On the other hand, the microphone will not pick up quieter sounds. So it depends on the environment and the purposes you plan to use the headphones for.

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REMOTE CONTROL Microsoft LifeChat LX-1000
Controls Volume, microphone on/mute
CABLE Microsoft LifeChat LX-1000
Cable Type Headset cable - 1.8 m
CONNECTIONS Microsoft LifeChat LX-1000
Connector Type Headset (mini-phone stereo 3.5 mm x 2)
OTHERS Microsoft LifeChat LX-1000
Compliant Standards Plug and Play
Service & Support Limited warranty - 2 years

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