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Black Plantronics Blackwire 5220 on-ear headset with leatherette cushions and metal headband

Plantronics

Plantronics Blackwire 5220 Stereo Headset 8X231AA accessory

SKU CH-CK7W-YK403 MPN 8X231AA

A stereo headset with USB-C, USB-A adapter and 3.5 mm plug for PC and mobile use

  • ImpedanceOhms
  • Wearing styleBinaural
  • Product typeOn-Ear
  • Product colorBlack
  • Connect across PC and mobile with USB-C, USB-A and 3.5 mm
  • Hear calls clearly through noise-cancelling mic with DSP processing
  • Stay comfortable all day on leatherette cushions over memory foam
  • Control calls instantly using inline answer, volume and mute buttons
  • Protect hearing with SoundGuard Digital audio-limiting technology

Versatile Connectivity

The Plantronics Blackwire 5220 is a stereo on-ear headset built for professionals who switch between a PC and a mobile device during the day. It ships with a USB-C cable that includes a tethered USB-A adapter for computer use and a 3.5 mm plug for phone or tablet connections. This multi-interface design suits hybrid workers who need one headset for every call platform.

Inline Call Controls

The corded inline module puts answer/end, volume and mute functions at your fingertips so you can manage calls without reaching for the keyboard. Indicator lights on the controller show call, mute and volume status at a glance. SoundGuard Digital technology limits sudden loud sounds to protect hearing during long sessions.

Durable Comfort Fit

Ultra-soft leatherette cushions wrapped around memory foam and a lightweight cushioned metal headband provide all-day wearability without pressure points. The binaural ear coupling and noise-cancelling microphone with DSP deliver clear wideband voice pickup in busy offices. Wired connectivity means zero battery management and instant plug-and-play reliability.

How it compares

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Price $100.99
Pricier than about 85% of the 7,078 comparable items (median $25.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand namePlantronics
Product typeOn-Ear
Product colorBlack
Audio & video
ImpedanceOhms
Wearing styleBinaural
Size & build
Shipping weight0.45 kg
Package size254 × 152 × 51 mm

Questions about this item

Will the leatherette ear cushions on the Blackwire 5220 need replacing after extended daily use?

The leatherette cushions wrap pillow-soft memory foam and are designed for long-lasting comfort; they can be swapped if they wear out.

What limits call time when the headset is used continuously on a PC via USB-C?

There is no internal battery, so talk time is limited only by the host device staying powered and the USB-C connection remaining active.

How much heat or fan noise does the headset produce during all-day calls?

The headset has no fan and draws minimal power over USB-C, so it generates negligible heat and no audible noise of its own.

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