It transmits your voice clearly, allowing your team to act on your orders immediately. You can also detach the microphone for easy storage or use the HS-1000 as headphones for regular use. It is great for bigger ears and it hugs almost your whole ear. It does not cover the ear. The headphones are attractively designed, with black pleather over the ears and on top of the headband and white plastic for everything in between. Unfortunately the build quality leaves something to be desired, with the plastic feeling thin, flimsy and cheap.