Using a headset microphone: how to position it

To have good quality sound when you speak (either in an online class or making a recording), it is important to have the microphone in a good position.

If it is too far away from your mouth, your voice will be too quiet and maybe a lot of other sounds (from your office or home) will be heard.

If it is too close to your mouth (& nose), your breathing will be heard. Even if you think your not making any sound, the microphone will hear a loud sound like a strong wind.

The best position, in my opinion, is to have the mic near the mouth but down a little. That way it hears your voice well but doesn't get hit by your breathing.

The pictures below give an idea of what I think is a good position for a headset boom mic:

Here's a link to another article on this issue: The Correct Position for A Headset Microphone