Sony DR-BT22 Wireless Headset review

The DR-BT22's right earphone packs in all the headset's notable features. On the outer side, there's a mic, a multifunction call button, and a power key. Around the edges, you'll find rockers for volume and track shuttling, as well as dual LEDs that indicate the headset's current mode. Volume works with anything and is controlled only on the headset itself, rather than on the device. The track shuttle buttons should work with any device that is A2DP-compatible, which includes many cell phones and select MP3 players such as the Insignia Pilot.

Pairing the Sony DR-BT22 with our Insignia Pilot could not be easier. From the off position, you hold down the power key on the headset for seven seconds until the two LEDs flash, then put your device in pairing mode. The Pilot picked up on the DR-BT22 within a few seconds, and we began hearing music through the headphones instantly. Audio quality is definitely passable, though it doesn't really come close to what you would get from wired headphones. Bass is not all that present, and music has a sort of muffled quality for some songs. Still, a reasonable amount of detail can be heard and mids sound warm. The wireless range is also very impressive--we tested it at 50 feet away and didn't suffer any drop-outs. While the headphones are plenty comfortable, it is a bit of a challenge to keep the earpieces positioned optimally over the ear while moving around.