Plantronics Savi 8220 Wireless Headset | Professional DECT™ Office Audio
The Savi 8220 redefines professional wireless audio with our most advanced DECT™ technology to date. Built for hybrid workers who move between desk, meeting room, and open workspace, this dual-ear headset delivers 590 feet of roaming range, active noise canceling (ANC), and enterprise-grade security for voice and video calls across three devices simultaneously.
We designed the 8220 with your focus in mind: adaptive ANC blocks ambient chatter, while precision-tuned speakers ensure crisp voice clarity on Microsoft Teams, Zoom, and Webex calls. The lightweight over-ear design pairs cushioned memory-foam ear pads with an adjustable padded headband, so all-day comfort comes standard. Conference-grade mics filter keyboard clatter and background noise, keeping your voice front and center whether you’re at your standing desk or pacing the hallway.
- DECT™ 6.0 wireless: 590 ft (180 m) roaming range, secure encrypted audio
- Active noise canceling (ANC) blocks ambient distractions in open offices
- Dual connectivity: USB-A base connects PC/Mac + desk phone simultaneously
- 13 hours talk time per charge; hot-swappable battery option available
- Microsoft Teams certified, Zoom certified, Cisco Jabber compatible
DECT™ Wireless Technology & Roaming Freedom
The plantronics savi 8220 operates on the DECT 6.0 band (1.9 GHz in North America), a spectrum reserved for voice that keeps your calls free from Wi-Fi and Bluetooth interference. You’ll roam up to 590 feet line-of-sight from the USB base—enough to circle most office floors, grab a coffee, or walk to a quiet corner without dropping your call.
Because DECT uses 128-bit encryption by default, IT departments approve the 8220 for environments where call privacy matters. The base station auto-pairs with the headset out of the box; no driver downloads or admin credentials required. If your team also uses monaural models in the Savi 8210 lineup, both share the same charging cradle and base architecture, simplifying accessory inventory across hybrid workspaces.
Active Noise Canceling & Audio Performance
Dual-Mic ANC Blocks Open-Office Noise
We built dual adaptive ANC microphones into each ear cup. When activated via the headset button, these mics sample ambient sound 50,000 times per second and generate inverse waveforms to cancel HVAC hum, hallway conversation, and keyboard clatter. The result: up to 23 dB of passive + active noise reduction, so you hear every syllable of your Teams meeting even when colleagues gather two desks over.
Wideband Audio & SoundGuard DIGITAL
The 8220 reproduces frequencies from 150 Hz to 6.8 kHz—wider than legacy office headsets—so voices sound natural and intelligible. SoundGuard DIGITAL limits sudden volume spikes to 118 dBA, protecting your hearing from line-echo feedback or a colleague unmuting into a loud room. Anti-startle detection ramps volume changes gradually, eliminating jarring pops when a new caller joins mid-conference.
Multi-Device Connectivity & Softphone Integration
The USB-A base connects to your Windows or macOS computer for unified-comms apps, while a second 3.5 mm port accepts a desk-phone cable (sold separately as part number 38347-11). Toggle between PC softphone and landline with a single tap on the base; the headset automatically switches audio streams and the busy light updates in real time.
Microsoft Teams and Zoom certify the Savi 8220 for one-touch answer/end, mute sync, and presence integration—your status flips to “In a call” the moment you lift the headset from the cradle. Cisco Jabber, Avaya, RingCentral, and 8×8 users report seamless plug-and-play compatibility; the headset enumerates as a standard USB audio device, so no middleware plugins are needed.
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Common Questions About the Savi 8220
Yes. The USB-A base is plug-and-play on Windows 10/11 and macOS 10.14 or later—no drivers required. The headset enumerates as a standard USB audio device, so it works natively with Teams, Zoom, Webex, Slack calls, and any browser-based softphone. If your computer only has USB-C ports, use a USB-A to USB-C adapter; audio and controls function identically.
Absolutely. The base station has a USB port for your PC or Mac and a 3.5 mm jack for a desk-phone cable (Plantronics part 38347-11, sold separately). Press the phone-icon button on the base to switch between devices. When a desk-phone call comes in, the headset automatically prioritizes that line; tap the button again to return to your softphone.
Up to 590 feet (180 meters) line-of-sight. Real-world range depends on office construction—metal studs, concrete walls, and server racks reduce distance—but most users report reliable audio across an entire floor or between adjacent conference rooms. DECT wireless is more robust than Bluetooth for penetrating walls.
Yes. The dual ANC microphones reduce ambient noise by up to 23 dB, cutting HVAC hum, hallway chatter, and nearby keyboard typing. Flip the ANC switch on the headset to activate; a small LED confirms it’s running. Many users say they can finally concentrate on calls even when colleagues are talking two desks away.
Thirteen hours of talk time or fifty hours on standby. Charging takes three hours in the magnetic cradle; a fifteen-minute quick-charge gives you 2.5 hours of use. For all-day operations, the optional hot-swappable spare battery (part 86180-01) lets you swap cells in seconds without ending your call.
Yes, the headset is certified for both platforms. Teams and Zoom recognize the 8220 for call answer/end, mute sync, and presence updates. When you lift the headset from the cradle, your status flips to busy automatically. The same one-touch controls work in Cisco Jabber, RingCentral, Avaya, and 8×8.
Most users find it comfortable for eight-plus hours. At 121 grams, it’s lighter than many dual-ear office headsets. Memory-foam ear cushions conform to your head shape, and the padded headband distributes weight evenly. The ear cups rotate flat when you drape the headset around your neck between calls.