Noise cancelling can mean quieter earcups for you or a clearer mic for the people you call. The EKSA H8 is a wired over-ear computer headset for desk calls, with an ENC boom mic. The headphones listed below are sold as noise cancelling for the listener.
Compare the H8 with the Jabra Evolve2 50 wired headset for another wired noise-cancelling option. The Poly Blackwire 5220 headset is another wired noise-cancelling headset to look at. Read the guide on ANC vs mic filtering in wired headphones before you buy. If you want quiet earcups for listening, see the Bose QuietComfort Ultra wireless headphones.
The H8 is a wired over-ear computer headset for calls. Its “noise cancelling” language refers to environmental-noise cancellation on the boom microphone, not active noise cancellation for the listener. The headset can make your voice easier to hear without electronically cancelling room noise inside the earcups.
Research basis: This is a documentation-led product guide, not a claim of hands-on testing. ArmorSound checked the manufacturer page or spec sheet identified below and separated published specifications from practical buying advice.
Quick facts
| Connections | USB-C, USB-A and 3.5 mm wired options |
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| Driver | 40 mm |
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| Microphone | 270-degree adjustable boom with manufacturer-described ENC |
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| Cable | 7.71 ft (2.35 m) |
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| Controls | Inline call, volume and mute controls; dedicated Teams button |
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| Important limitation | EKSA says button adjustments are not supported through the 3.5 mm connection |
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Who it fits
- Desk-based calls where a long cable and boom mic are preferable to battery management.
- Mixed-device environments needing USB-A, USB-C and analog options.
- Teams, Zoom and similar meeting use where call controls matter.
What to check before buying
- Do not buy it expecting listener-side ANC; passive earcup isolation is different.
- Check which adapter/control module comes in the exact regional package.
- A long fixed cable is useful at a desk but awkward for mobile use.
Setup and use notes
- Select the H8 separately as both input and output in the operating system and meeting app.
- Use USB when inline controls are required; analog 3.5 mm support is more limited.
- Position the boom near the mouth without touching it, then test mic gain and noise suppression in the actual meeting app.
What the spec sheet cannot decide
Microphone noise-reduction percentages are manufacturer test claims and do not predict every keyboard, fan or nearby voice. Call quality also depends on app processing, input gain and room reflections.
Sources and verification
- EKSAtelecom H8 - official connection, control, cable, driver and microphone descriptions
Specifications, app behavior, compatibility, and availability can change by region or firmware. Confirm the linked manufacturer page and the exact model number before purchase.
Do I need ANC headphones or a noise-cancelling mic?
Start with where you take calls. For desk work, the EKSA H8 has a 7.71 ft (2.35 m) cable and a 270-degree adjustable boom mic. There is no battery to manage. A long fixed cable is awkward for mobile use.
Read the noise-cancelling claim closely. On the H8, ENC works on the boom mic and can make your voice easier to hear. It does not electronically cancel room noise inside the earcups. EKSA says button adjustments are not supported through the 3.5 mm connection. Use USB when you need the inline controls.
- ENC
- Environmental noise cancellation on the microphone. It filters background sound so callers hear your voice more clearly.
- ANC
- Active noise cancellation for the listener. The headphones use electronics to reduce outside noise inside the earcups.
- Passive isolation
- The quiet you get from the earcups blocking sound physically, with no electronics involved.
Frequently asked questions
Should I pick Apple, Marshall, Sennheiser or Soundcore headphones?
Apple AirPods Max, Marshall Monitor III ANC, Sennheiser ACCENTUM Plus and Soundcore Space Q45 are sold as noise-cancelling headphones. This page gives no specs to rank them, so check each product guide. For desk calls with a boom mic and no battery, the EKSA H8 is a different kind of headset.
Does the EKSA H8 have active noise cancellation?
No. Its noise cancelling refers to ENC on the boom microphone. It can make your voice easier to hear on calls. It does not electronically cancel room noise inside the earcups. Passive earcup isolation is a different thing from ANC.
Do the EKSA H8 controls work over 3.5 mm?
Not fully. EKSA says button adjustments are not supported through the 3.5 mm connection. Use USB-C or USB-A when you need the inline call, volume and mute controls or the Teams button. Check which adapter or control module comes in your regional package.
