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lenny@hobbs.hunt.inmet.com (Lenny Goodman) writes:

> I've been looking into telephone headsets (the things that telephone
> operators usually wear) and the prices are much higher than I expected:
> $160 - $200 and UP.  Basically, the thing consists of half a headphone,
> a microphone, and a small amplifier.  I would have thought that the price
> would be $60 to $80.  Does anyone know why they are so expensive; or,
> does anyone know a source where the price is more reasonable??  Thanks.
> 
>   -- Len

Radio Shack sells a couple of different headsets. The 43-590 is a self-
contained phone set, and costs $49.95 (I think). Don't get the other headset,
which is intended to hook up to an existing phone, as it's inconvenient to use.

If you're looking for just a headset, you can order a replacement headset from
RS National Parts for $15-20.

Rick

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