Headset for Xbox One

pioneer2000

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Seems like there are hundreds of different makes / models to choose from... can anyone recommend a few please?

Don’t mind price too much, just good value. Like the look of Logitech / Steelseries 9x / Microsoft’s own one.

thanks
 
I ended up up purchasing the SteelSeries Arctis 9x on the XBOX X. I'm very happy with them, despite them being closed cup design.
Took a little while to get used to the soundstage on them as open back work better for me but I wanted a decent wireless set.

I was using my Sennheiser GAME ONE plugged into the pad for ages. But over time was having issues with the mic and sound cutting out (down to the jack input).
The 3.5mm jack input seems quite poorly made on the controllers so opted for wireless. Really glad I did in the end. They are really light and very comfortable for long periods of gaming.
Compatible with PC as well (if you have bluetooth or the windows/xbox receiver). When it comes to sound recommending for others is always difficult as we all look for something different.
I'm happy with the sound, prefer openback but these are actually really good. You do need to connect them to PC in order to adjust the EQ settings to get them more tuned into your preference.
There are 4 presets and 'Happy' is a good balance. The MIC is good but not brilliant it is a bit 'nasally' but is clear and works well for in game comms.

Other options that where suggested to me where Plantronics RIG 800LX Wireless, Astro AS50's and LucidSound LS35X Wireless. I have heard mixed reviews with the AS50 some hating them and others loving them.
The Plantronics I actually bought but promptly returned as they were DOA. Have heard others really liking them. I wasn't keen on the build quality but they were super light, plus I think they come
with a license for DOLBY ATMOS. I use ATMOS and not sure if there is that much difference between that and Windows sonic but it does make a difference in games that support it. As for the LucidSound LS35X Wireless,
again great reviews, maybe hunt down a little info on them on YT. This guy is quite thorough and compares 9x and Lucid set.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P2YBGT_8Ijc

There are plenty of reviews online with more detail information I didn't want to prattle on any more :D

Good luck!

B
 
Like the poster above, I’ve had my arctis 9x for a few mths and love them to bits. Sound is ok and mic could be better but I like that it’s wireless and the mic is retractable as well.

I have a pair of turtle beach 500x wireless headset and the sound was slightly better on them. They worked pretty well for the few yrs I had them. Just haven’t got round to selling them.
 
Had Arctis 9x and returned them after 3-4 months. Constant drop outs and poor range. Have a google for 9X drop out and re-connection issues. A headset lottery. Which is a shame because they are fabulous quality and comfortable. In the end I went for arctis 3 bluetooth for the much more solid and reliable wired connection while gaming but easy connection to phones and other devices via bluetooth. Artis sound quality is pretty average and not that great for a premium headset on the 9x.

Steel Series support is non existent, worst tech company I have dealt with in a long time. You are reduced to reddit help.
 
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Yeah so I decided to just order a bunch and try them out myself:

Razer Kraken Tournament edition --> Light, plastic hollow feeling all around, feel cheap. Not a great sound.

Razer Nari Ultimate Xbox --> Again, not particularly expensive feeling. The haptic effect is ok but pretty uninspiring. Sounds ok but the fit is pretty bad as they don't clamp tight enough.

Steel Series Arctis 9x --> The best sounding of the 3 and the best build quality. Sounds a bit muddy and not as good as my old Turtle Beach elite 800.

Got a pair of Logitech G Pro X coming... are there any other headsets worth trying?
 
I'm not sure i'd get on with open backed... think I prefer having more isolation / no noise leaking in to the room. Are they really that much better?
 
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