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General Forums => Hardware and Software => Topic started by: trap78 on March 31, 2018, 10:56:04 AM
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Looking for some recommendations gents. Comfort is a top priority. My current headset works good, but after 20 minutes becomes really uncomfortable. Considering wireless because I'm tired of wrestling with the cord while flying.
:salute
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I use a Sennheiser (https://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-506080-GAME-Gaming-Headset/dp/B00KK8ZLEC/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1522513798&sr=8-4&keywords=sennheiser+game+one+headphones) set. They are wired but Im ok with that. They use the analog input on my sound card, NOT USB. The sound is great, and they are very comfortable, mutes mic when you flip up the mic.
I would think the wireless set would be as comfortable as the wired set.
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You may want to start with one of these Logitech cheapos. They get the job done and you'll find one at Wally World or Tar-Jay for under $10.
I've been thru 4 PREMIUM headsets in the $65 - $85 range and they never last me longer than 9 - 12 months. It's always a short in the wiring harness or an ear cup comes free from the harness. YMMV
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You may want to start with one of these Logitech cheapos. They get the job done and you'll find one at Wally World or Tar-Jay for under $10.
I've been thru 4 PREMIUM headsets in the $65 - $85 range and they never last me longer than 9 - 12 months. It's always a short in the wiring harness or an ear cup comes free from the harness. YMMV
MAX, you have GOT to stop throwing those things around! :devil
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Went thru a few sets.of pricey turtle beaches in the last few years. Death of them is similar to what Max posted. Sounded good while they last i guess though.
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Thanks for the responses. I've been doing the cheapo 10-20 dollar headsets for awhile now. The sound quality sucks and they're about as uncomfortable as you can get.
What do you think of the Logictech G533? https://www.amazon.com/Logitech-G533-Wireless-Gaming-Headset/dp/B01MXE0FKC?tag=headphonesaddict-20 (https://www.amazon.com/Logitech-G533-Wireless-Gaming-Headset/dp/B01MXE0FKC?tag=headphonesaddict-20) I'd consider forking out the extra dollars for something that will last more than two years, is comfortable to wear for a couple hours at a time and doesn't make me feel like my head's in an oven.
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I like my Roccat Kave gaming headset, it is not wireless though
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I think you will enjoy the Logitech.
I have had the Logitech G930 for several years, and had no problems with it. It is very comfortable for me to wear even for several hours at the time.
At this point it still works fine, but the foam padding over the ears is just starting to disintegrate a little. (3+ years IIRC )
I really have enjoyed the wireless aspect because I can leave my computer to get a drink, etc, and still at least hear what is happening in the game.
My Sennheiser high dollar rig is sitting quietly parked under my computer bench.
Joker
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Over all my years of of gaming I want trough countless headsets. The wire always broke premium and cheap ones alike. I was fed up with it and went for a steelseries wireless headset and I am enjoying this one for the last 4 years now. Although it is showing signs off getting close to breaking apart I really enjoyed this little headset. one of my friend bought one of the logitech headsets recommended here around the same time. He really enjoyed it as well. I think the logitech one has better range for walking around with it. This is a thing that you will start to love. He replaced his one 2 years go. so he used it for 2 years and I am still using mine after 4.
Trap consider a wireless one if you are struggling with the cable and make sure you lookup the reviews before buying one. Not all ppl are alike and neither are headsets.
Cheers,
DutchVII
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I have a HyperX, super comfy and good quality sound. THe wired version has like an 8-10 foot long cable that's braided. My cat has tried to gnaw through it several times and i run over it all of the time with my chair...still good! :banana: I've had it for a few years now.
https://www.gamestop.com/accessories/hyperx-cloud-core-pro-gaming-headset/122225?cid=fds_10000777&CAWELAID=120192760000014341&CAGPSPN=pla&CAAGID=53832060475&CATCI=pla-297718356415&CATARGETID=120192760000122640&cadevice=c (https://www.gamestop.com/accessories/hyperx-cloud-core-pro-gaming-headset/122225?cid=fds_10000777&CAWELAID=120192760000014341&CAGPSPN=pla&CAAGID=53832060475&CATCI=pla-297718356415&CATARGETID=120192760000122640&cadevice=c)
They do make a wireless version, i don't have this one but looks good.
https://www.bestbuy.com/site/hyperx-cloud-flight-wireless-stereo-gaming-headset-for-pc-ps4-ps4-pro-black/6174412.p?skuId=6174412&ref=212&loc=1&gclid=COnOqaCUmdoCFeqkZQoduJgLzw&gclsrc=ds (https://www.bestbuy.com/site/hyperx-cloud-flight-wireless-stereo-gaming-headset-for-pc-ps4-ps4-pro-black/6174412.p?skuId=6174412&ref=212&loc=1&gclid=COnOqaCUmdoCFeqkZQoduJgLzw&gclsrc=ds)
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I bought a headset off Walmart.com that was 10 bucks plus change...it plugs in to your soundcard...it comfortable and I have only had to replace it once in 7 years...I've been using this one for about 4 years now...the daughter got to the other one :bhead....I looked for it to post a link but found several now for around 10 bucks that look better than it...hope that helps :salute
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Hi Trap,
I have a Massdrop Sennheiser PC37X Gaming Headset. One of my sons bought it for me after researching headsets. I love it; very comfortable. It is a big improvement over my previous headset. I use it with my Oculus Rift, and find it more comfortable, with a bit better sound quality, than the Rift earphones. Here's a link to a review on Tom's Hardware: https://www.tomsguide.com/us/massdrop-x-sennheiser-pc37x,review-4152.html
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I like to correct myself, i have a corsair vengeance 2100 instead a steelseries one.
https://www.corsair.com/us/en/Categories/Products/Headsets/VENGEANCE%C2%AE-2100-Dolby-7-1-Wireless-Gaming-Headset/p/CA-9011125-NA
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I like my Roccat Kave gaming headset, it is not wireless though
:aok
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I have a Kraken headset, its pretty good. Had it about a year now and it is working fine. The were $59.99. But if you are on a budget and wants something cheaper there are other $20 dollars ones from Walmart.
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Before I got into collecting Mech keyboards, I went through a headset phase and bought/tried an awful lot of them.
Budget is a big factor, as is your method of running your headset. Regular MB sound = you don't get much advantage from higher fidelity/higher $ headphones, running a dedicated sound card improves things, and a DAC/AMP combo does so even more.
There is also the headphone/headset argument, IMO a good Sony MDR $130 headphone with a modmic or other desktop microphone is FAR better than the vast majority of the gaming headsets around.
If you want a good headset though, the Sennheiser Game One, Game Zero, and the newer GSP 500/600 are really good for a 2 to 300$ set.
I'm using Astro A40s right now as a headset on a couple systems using sound cards, and the Sony MDRs/Modmic with the DAC/AMP equipped system. Astros are extremely comfortable and have a very, very solid construction, especially the metal arms that attach and support the cups to the head band, and the mic can be moved easily from side to side which = good times for TrackIR users who want it on a certain side away from the microphone boom. Astro or Senn if you have a couple hundred+ to spend IMO is the way to go.
For lower cost headset, HyperX Revolver or even their more entry level stuff is IMO the best of the $100ish crowd.
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I like these, even though they are inexpensive ($18). They seem comfortable enough for me and have a good mic and decent sound.
(https://static1.caseking.de/media/image/thumbnail/gapl-065_gapl_065_1g_285x255.jpg)
Koss CS-100
https://www.amazon.com/Koss-Communications-Headset-Microphone-CS100-USB/dp/B00C0NWBEI/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1522872175&sr=8-2&keywords=koss+cs-100
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I have the Logitech 933 headset, been using it for the last year and am very happy with it. Good quality sound and comfortable for long gaming sessions.
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Before I got into collecting Mech keyboards, I went through a headset phase and bought/tried an awful lot of them.
Budget is a big factor, as is your method of running your headset. Regular MB sound = you don't get much advantage from higher fidelity/higher $ headphones, running a dedicated sound card improves things, and a DAC/AMP combo does so even more.
There is also the headphone/headset argument, IMO a good Sony MDR $130 headphone with a modmic or other desktop microphone is FAR better than the vast majority of the gaming headsets around.
If you want a good headset though, the Sennheiser Game One, Game Zero, and the newer GSP 500/600 are really good for a 2 to 300$ set.
I'm using Astro A40s right now as a headset on a couple systems using sound cards, and the Sony MDRs/Modmic with the DAC/AMP equipped system. Astros are extremely comfortable and have a very, very solid construction, especially the metal arms that attach and support the cups to the head band, and the mic can be moved easily from side to side which = good times for TrackIR users who want it on a certain side away from the microphone boom. Astro or Senn if you have a couple hundred+ to spend IMO is the way to go.
For lower cost headset, HyperX Revolver or even their more entry level stuff is IMO the best of the $100ish crowd.
This. The Sound Blaster X7 is probably the best choice, although any external DAC (USB3 is fine) will work and remove most of the noise associated with Motherboards (the lower the impedance the better). The Sony MDR-7506 that was running $129 is down to $79 plus change. You can spend more and get a higher impedance set, but this one at 63 Ohms is fine if you are not using an amped DAC. I just went through changing the foam ear pieces in one set and rather than order from Amazon went through China to get them for Just $6, whereas Amazon has them for $37 (ridiculous).
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I have the Logitech 933 headset, been using it for the last year and am very happy with it. Good quality sound and comfortable for long gaming sessions.
+1 for the G933. I came from a Creative Fatality headset so the G933 was a bit heavier but the sound is phenomenal and wireless is the greatest.
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This is what I use:
hyperx cloud ii pro wired gaming headset
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