It seems I just like to spend money... but I SPEND IT WISELY... I think... lol
Anyway, amazon.com had a MEGA deal not long ago with these "cans". Now, I had my eyes on them but when I saw the price on the deal I HAD to jump on them.
Suggested price: $99
Amazon Deal: $65
Yep, I bit!
And I'm glad I DID!
Introduction:
I have to confess, I don't play too much online. Although I have an Ok amount of online-enabled games, I rarely play them, not because I don't like it, I sometimes don't feel the need to do so (plus I usually suck! LOL!) Still I've always had a thing for having a cool headset. Not any type of headset, but wireless. As everyone knows, there's a few companies out there that have their offerings, in fact, I have tried Turtle Beach X41 cans long ago and found that:
1) They popped and clicked like crazy (even though my router is on another room and I had fresh rechargeable batteries!)
2) They sounded "tiny" EVEN with the bass boost
3) They weren't all that comfortable
4) Movie watching with them wasn't too much fun
5) Mic didn't work with PS3 (it did with Xbox)
So I definitely looked to other brands but dismissed all of them due to price! But Sony has just stepped up!
Specifications:
Sony SUCKS!!! I don't know why they didn't provide any specifications OTHER than functions/features.
* 7.1 digital surround sound (wireless).
* Built-in rechargeable battery delivers seven hours usage on a single charge.
* On-screen headset status updates.
* Easily access headset volume and microphone mute controls.
* Retractable microphone for use only when you need it.
* Enjoy your wireless stereo headset on your PC or Mac®.
COME ON!!!!
Where are the driver sizes? Where are the frequency responses? WTF?!?!
Disappointed!
What's in the box:
Pretty simple:
1) Headset with attached mic
2) USB dongle
3) Small instruction booklet
and that's it! This headset is rechargeable via USB and they didn't include a USB cable.
Functionality:
I do have to say, this headset is pretty much complete! Although, it's a "budget" stereo headset, it includes a couple of functions that are included in more expensive sets, not only that, they are extremely accessible and within reach.
I'm not going to list all of them but as you can see on the pictures below, you get an idea of what it offers...
There's no sound customization though (i.e. if it had some type of equalizer settings or even PRESETS, these would have KILLED!)
Also, be prepared to be frustrated a bit: YOU CANNOT LISTEN TO YOURSELF OVER THE HEADPHONES!!!! Mic sound is not routed to the earpads!!! Or is there a setting hidden somewhere?!?!?
Feel and Sound Reproduction:
Based on my short time with these, I can surely say that MUSIC reproduction SUCKS ASS! Too boomy, not enough details, I don't even know how a frequency graph would look like. It doesn't matter if surround is off or on, I can't enjoy the sound coming out from them. Maybe I'm spoiled! I mean, I have "real" headphones which cost hundreds of dollars and greatly reproduce details from all over the spectrum but when I say that my MONOPRICE DJ HI-FI CANS SOUND BETTER (their cost is $20) that's saying something!
Headband is flimsy but it's comfortable and so are the pads. They are big and cover up your whole ears. Although they look like monsters, they don't weight that much. The fit is great and it looks good too!
Gaming sound reproduction though it's another story. The boomyness is not as palpable, you can actually hear the details (highs seem to be the emphasis but bass response is quite alright.), speech is crystal clear, etc. I haven't played any first person games or things of that nature so I'm not sure if the simulated "surround sound" actually works but I wouldn't be surprised if it did.
Have not tested it with movies yet... (maybe I'll update this post once I do so!).
Conclusion:
Though it sounds like these are a waste of money from my views, actually they are quite alright... FOR GAMING. You get good sound reproduction (gaming), you get a mic, all wireless, integrates great with the PS3 and as a bonus you can use them on your PC and the cost is less than $100. It's a good bargain but I wanted these to be all-around headsets. I wanted to enjoy them with music also!
Should you get it?
If you are looking for:
1) Wireless cans, no fuss, no setups
2) Integrated microphone, good functionality (i.e. control the music/chat volume, don't have to deal with external batteries, etc.)
3) PS3 integration, easy to use
4) Ok sound reproduction (best for gaming)
Then I say you will be pretty much set with these.!
If you can find a good deal on them ($80 or less) I'd say JUMP ON THEM QUICK!
At $100 I still think they are good but I wouldn't buy them.
If you already have a good set of headphones, you might want to look into the Astra Mixamp. Though, you will lack microphone, if you are looking for great sound reproduction, that would be the way to go!
Rating: 3.5 out of 5
Bye.
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