Looking for a good gaming headset.

[Belvadier]

I'm trying to figure out a good gaming headset for my PC. Since I really don't know anything about them I'm looking to the Escapist users for some feedback...

I prefer cup earphones and a USB interface and obviously an attached microphone. Any recommendations? I would like to spend $100 or less on these and if you can provide links to the products you are suggesting on amazon, newegg, etc that would be awesome.

Thanks in advance!

 

[Miller iz Life]

i've had a turtle beach headset for a while now and it really works well (quite comfortable and is pretty durable). The ear force x-11's are nice and are within your >$100 price range at $60. while it's designed for xbox it also works for PCs so it's a multi-functional headset =)
http://www.turtlebeach.com/products/xbox-gaming-headsets/ear-force-x11.aspx

tritton's are really nice looking but i can't testify to how they fit. TRITTON AX 180's are a slightly cheaper version but probably work just as well.

in my humble opinion, i would suggest buying a pair of x-11's and if they don't work for you switch to tritton

good luck with your search for a proper headset

 

[Kiefer13]

I've personally been using a SteelSeries 3H [http://www.amazon.com/SteelSeries-61008-3H-Headset-ear-cup/dp/B001R8YX7A/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=electronics&qid=1282672622&sr=8-1] for a while now, and I've never had any problems with it. Meets all of your requirements and well within your budget as well.

 

[Belvadier]

i've had a turtle beach headset for a while now and it really works well (quite comfortable and is pretty durable). The ear force x-11's are nice and are within your >$100 price range at $60. while it's designed for xbox it also works for PCs so it's a multi-functional headset =)
http://www.turtlebeach.com/products/xbox-gaming-headsets/ear-force-x11.aspx

tritton's are really nice looking but i can't testify to how they fit. TRITTON AX 180's are a slightly cheaper version but probably work just as well.

in my humble opinion, i would suggest buying a pair of x-11's and if they don't work for you switch to tritton

good luck with your search for a proper headset

I have used this headset on a friend's xbox and have found it a bit too uncomfortable and it just has so many wires.

I've personally been using a SteelSeries 3H [http://www.amazon.com/SteelSeries-61008-3H-Headset-ear-cup/dp/B001R8YX7A/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=electronics&qid=1282672622&sr=8-1] for a while now, and I've never had any problems with it. Meets all of your requirements and well within your budget as well.

This set seems to interest me though. How is the sound quality?


also, does anyone know anything about this? [http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16826158075]

that was the only one i was really considering before i made this thread but other than the user reviews I don't know much about them...

 

[Croaker42]

http://www.logitech.com/en-gb/speakers-audio/headphones/devices/2986
My suggestion.
They are extremely easy to wear for extended periods of time. Little to no pressure on or around the ears. Decent sound/mic quality. All for 45$

 

[zhemis]

Seriously, why do you want USB? Headsets are coming around, there are a number of good 5.1 sets out there (I have the Turtle Beach Ear Force HPA2 which is fantastic) and USB can only emulate surround sound. If it's for a stationary PC I'd say just get some wire ties and try to forget the mass of wires in the back of the machine.

HPA2 on turtlebeach.com [http://www.turtlebeach.com/products/pc-gaming-headsets/ear-force-hpa2.aspx]

Note when I bought mine I got it from J&R [http://www.jr.com/turtle-beach/pe/TBS_HPA2USB/] for a better price. (currently 69.99 + shipping)

I know you say you want USB but, again, I think you should seriously consider a 5.1 set if it's a stationary PC. (if you don't have 5.1 audio it'll still work for 2.1)

 

[Hateren47]

I've got a Creative Fatal1ty Pro Series Gaming Headset with a detachable mic. and i have nothing to complain about. They don't cut out outside noise though (what I think is a plus) so if that's not your thing don't get those. They are pretty cheap as well.

 

[Belvadier]

Seriously, why do you want USB? Headsets are coming around, there are a number of good 5.1 sets out there (I have the Turtle Beach Ear Force HPA2 which is fantastic) and USB can only emulate surround sound. If it's for a stationary PC I'd say just get some wire ties and try to forget the mass of wires in the back of the machine.

HPA2 on turtlebeach.com [http://www.turtlebeach.com/products/pc-gaming-headsets/ear-force-hpa2.aspx]

Note when I bought mine I got it from J&R [http://www.jr.com/turtle-beach/pe/TBS_HPA2USB/] for a better price. (currently 69.99 + shipping)

I know you say you want USB but, again, I think you should seriously consider a 5.1 set if it's a stationary PC. (if you don't have 5.1 audio it'll still work for 2.1)

Hmm, I think you may have given me the winner. That looks good to me. They at least LOOK very comfortable and your wire tie solution sounds like a great idea, thanks!

 

[octafish]

I have a Plantronics Gamecon 777 headset. It has nice big cans and a very eighties look that I like. USB and very comfortable. Pretty good bass as well. They are also cheap cheap cheap.

 

[Kiefer13]

I've personally been using a SteelSeries 3H [http://www.amazon.com/SteelSeries-61008-3H-Headset-ear-cup/dp/B001R8YX7A/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&s=electronics&qid=1282672622&sr=8-1] for a while now, and I've never had any problems with it. Meets all of your requirements and well within your budget as well.

This set seems to interest me though. How is the sound quality?

Well, the set I have is connected via audio jack rather than USB, so I really couldn't tell you if there is any sound quality difference because of that, but the set I have has pretty good sound quality. Not the absolute best, but certainly good enough for the price. The mic is excellent as well.