Poly Blackwire 8225 Stereo Headset | USB-C | USB-A Adapter | ANC – 8X223AA
Blackwire 8225 - USB-C/A
Poly BW 8225 Stereo USB-C HS +USB-C/A
MPN: 8X223AA
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$153.81
MSRP: $218.95
Your Savings
$65.14
29.8% off MSRP
Certified Women-Owned
- 3-Level Hybrid ANC
- Acoustic Fence · Noise-Canceling Mic
- Hi-Fi Stereo · 32mm Drivers
- All-Day Comfort · Lightweight Design
- USB-C · USB-A Adapter Included
- SoundGuard DIGITAL · Hearing Protection
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Blackwire 8225 - USB-C/A
Poly BW 8225 Stereo USB-C HS +USB-C/A
MPN: 8X223AA
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Condition: New
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Checking...
Your Price
$153.81
MSRP: $218.95
Your Savings
$65.14
29.8% off MSRP
Certified Women-Owned
- 3-Level Hybrid ANC
- Acoustic Fence · Noise-Canceling Mic
- Hi-Fi Stereo · 32mm Drivers
- All-Day Comfort · Lightweight Design
- USB-C · USB-A Adapter Included
- SoundGuard DIGITAL · Hearing Protection
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The Poly Blackwire 8225 (8X223AA) is a premium corded UC headset designed to help professionals stay focused and productive in noisy environments. Featuring advanced hybrid Active Noise Cancellation (ANC) with three adjustable settings (off, mid, high), this stereo headset creates a personalized zone of calm whether you're working from home or in a busy office. The flexible, noise-canceling microphone enhanced with Acoustic Fence technology ensures your voice is the only thing heard—not the background chaos around you.
Built for all-day comfort, the Blackwire 8225 features a lightweight design at just 0.41 lbs with a padded metal/plastic headband and ultra-soft leatherette ear cushions with pillow-soft memory foam. The 180-degree pivoting speakers and adjustment markers allow for a customized fit that stays comfortable through extended call sessions. Dual 32mm drivers deliver hi-fi stereo audio with wideband PC audio support for immersive, rich sound quality.
This USB-C variant includes a tethered USB-A adapter for universal connectivity, making it compatible with virtually any PC or Mac. The inline control unit provides convenient access to call answer/end, mute, volume adjustment, and ANC settings. SoundGuard DIGITAL hearing protection safeguards against acoustic shock, while two LED indicators on the speaker housing show call status to prevent interruptions from coworkers.
Built for all-day comfort, the Blackwire 8225 features a lightweight design at just 0.41 lbs with a padded metal/plastic headband and ultra-soft leatherette ear cushions with pillow-soft memory foam. The 180-degree pivoting speakers and adjustment markers allow for a customized fit that stays comfortable through extended call sessions. Dual 32mm drivers deliver hi-fi stereo audio with wideband PC audio support for immersive, rich sound quality.
This USB-C variant includes a tethered USB-A adapter for universal connectivity, making it compatible with virtually any PC or Mac. The inline control unit provides convenient access to call answer/end, mute, volume adjustment, and ANC settings. SoundGuard DIGITAL hearing protection safeguards against acoustic shock, while two LED indicators on the speaker housing show call status to prevent interruptions from coworkers.
Benefits
Escape distracting background noise with advanced hybrid Active Noise Cancellation. Three adjustable settings let you fine-tune your level of quiet to match any work environment.
Key Specs
- • Off, Mid, High ANC settings
- • 4 microphones for ANC processing
- • Hybrid digital ANC technology
Benefits
Sound professional in any environment. The flexible boom microphone with Acoustic Fence technology isolates your voice and blocks background noise from close talkers and environmental distractions.
Key Specs
- • 2 microphones for Acoustic Fence
- • 280° swivel boom mic
- • Microsoft Teams Open Office certified
Benefits
Experience premium audio quality for calls and music. Dual 32mm drivers deliver rich, immersive sound with wideband PC audio support.
Key Specs
- • 32mm speaker drivers
- • 20Hz - 20kHz frequency response (media)
- • 200Hz - 6.8kHz wideband voice
Benefits
Stay comfortable through extended call sessions. The lightweight build with padded headband and memory foam ear cushions is designed for wearing all day.
Key Specs
- • 0.41 lbs / 186g headset weight
- • 180° pivoting speakers
- • Leatherette ear cushions with memory foam
Benefits
Connect to any computer out of the box. The USB-C cable with tethered USB-A adapter provides universal compatibility with modern and legacy devices.
Key Specs
- • USB-C primary connection
- • Tethered USB-A adapter included
- • 7.2 ft / 2.2m total cable length
Benefits
Protect your hearing during long work days. SoundGuard DIGITAL technology limits sound levels and prevents acoustic shock for safe, comfortable listening.
Key Specs
- • 118 dBA acoustic limiting
- • G616 anti-startle (102 dB SPL)
- • Time-Weighted Average exposure control
Who Should Use This Product?
Remote & Hybrid Workers
Ideal for professionals working from home who need to block household distractions and sound professional on calls regardless of background noise.
Open Office Professionals
Perfect for employees in busy open-plan offices who need to focus and maintain call clarity despite surrounding conversations and activity.
Contact Center Agents
Built for all-day comfort and exceptional voice clarity, making it suitable for agents handling high call volumes in noisy environments.
Why Choose This Product
The Poly Blackwire 8225 transforms any workspace into a productive environment by combining premium noise cancellation with exceptional voice clarity. The three-level hybrid ANC lets users customize their audio experience based on their surroundings, while Acoustic Fence technology ensures callers hear only your voice—not barking dogs, chatty coworkers, or household noise. The lightweight design and memory foam ear cushions make extended wear comfortable, reducing fatigue during long meeting days.
For IT teams, the Blackwire 8225 offers simple plug-and-play deployment with no drivers required. Poly Lens software provides centralized device management, firmware updates, and valuable usage insights across the organization. The included USB-A adapter ensures compatibility with any computer in your fleet, while UC certification guarantees reliable performance across Microsoft Teams, Zoom, Webex, and other major collaboration platforms.
For IT teams, the Blackwire 8225 offers simple plug-and-play deployment with no drivers required. Poly Lens software provides centralized device management, firmware updates, and valuable usage insights across the organization. The included USB-A adapter ensures compatibility with any computer in your fleet, while UC certification guarantees reliable performance across Microsoft Teams, Zoom, Webex, and other major collaboration platforms.
Will This Work for Me?
Works With
- • Windows, macOS
- • Microsoft Teams, Zoom, Webex, Google Meet, Cisco Jabber, Avaya, RingCentral
Requirements
- • USB-C or USB-A port (adapter included)
Software
- • Poly Lens or Plantronics Hub (optional, for firmware updates, SoundGuard settings, and customization)
Note
This is the UC variant—works across all platforms. For native Microsoft Teams button, see Teams-certified variant (8X225AA).
What's in the Box
- Poly Blackwire 8225 headset
- USB-C to USB-A adapter (tethered)
- Travel case
- Quick start guide
Technical Specifications
Primary Attributes
Active Noise Cancellation (ANC):
Yes
Certifications:
Zoom
Connectivity:
USB-C, USB-A
Corded / Wireless:
Corded
Headset Speakers:
Stereo (Two Ear)
Warranty:
24 months
Wearing Style:
Over the Head, On the Ear
Wideband Audio:
Yes
Audio
Active Noise Cancellation (ANC):
Yes
Headset Speakers:
Stereo (Two Ear)
Wideband Audio:
Yes
Acoustic Shock Protection:
Yes
Active Noise Cancellation Type:
Advanced Hybrid ANC using four digital microphones with three user selectable options
Hearing Protection:
SoundGuard DIGITAL, G616 compliant
Speaker Bandwidth (Music):
20Hz - 20kHz
Speaker Bandwidth (Talking):
200Hz - 6.8kHz
Speaker Size:
32 mm
Speaker Impedance:
32 Ohm
Nominal Sound Pressure Level:
118 dB SPL
Signal-to-Noise Ratio:
>24 dB
Certifications
Certifications:
Zoom
Operating Systems:
Windows, macOS
Cisco Jabber Certified:
Yes
Works With Chromebook Certified:
Yes
Connectivity
Corded / Wireless:
Corded
Connectivity:
USB-C, USB-A
Device Controls:
Volume Up / Down, Mute, Call Answer / End, ANC Switch
Cable Length (Inline Module to Headset):
63 cm / 2.07 ft
Cable Length (USB to Inline Module):
149 cm / 4.89 ft
General
Warranty:
24 months
Telecoil Hearing Aid Compatible:
Yes
Microphone
Microphone Count:
4 microphones
Microphone Frequency Range:
100Hz - 10kHz
Microphone Noise Reduction:
Noise-canceling, Acoustic Fence technology
Microphone Type:
Omnidirectional
Microphone Sensitivity:
-38 dBV/Pa
Boom Rotation:
280°
Physical Traits
Wearing Style:
Over the Head, On the Ear
Busylight:
Yes
Cable Length:
7 ft
Color:
Black
Ear Cushion Material:
Leatherette
Item Weight:
187 g
Speaker Pivot:
180°
Headband Material:
Padded metal/plastic
Software
Companion App:
Poly Lens, Plantronics Hub
Firmware Updateable:
Yes
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