Creative Labs HS-1000 Fatal1ty USB Gaming Headset with Sound Blaster X-Fi Technology (Black)

by Creative Labs

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 7.3 x 3.8 x 11.4 inches ; 1.6 ounces
• Shipping Weight: 1.1 pounds
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B001EVBUSK
• Item model number: 51EF0210AA003
• Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (50 customer reviews)
• Date first available at Amazon.com: July 7, 2004

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

Dominate the competition with Creative Labs' HS-1000 Fatal1ty USB Gaming Headset. Developed with input from world-famous gamer Johnathan "Fatal1ty" Wendel, the HS-1000 features integrated Sound Blaster X-Fi technology that provides realistic, 3D positional surround sound. With its ergonomic, lightweight design and detachable, noise-cancelling microphone, the HS-1000 gives you a competitive edge for extended gaming sessions.

HS-1000 Fatal1ty USB Gaming Headset At a Glance: 40 mm Neodymium audio drivers with extended bass response Integrated Sound Blaster X-Fi for 3D positional sound and EAX effects Noise-canceling microphone for clear voice communication In-line volume control with microphone on/off

The HS-1000 features velvet padded ear cups, an adjustable noise-canceling mic, in-line volume control, and integrated X-Fi technology for 3D positional sound.

Sound Blaster X-Fi Technology for 3D Surround Sound
The HS-1000 features Sound Blaster X-Fi technology that creates a lifelike audio environment that immerses you in the game. With 3D positional surround sound and EAX support, you'll be able to pinpoint your targets with exceptional accuracy, keeping you one step ahead of your opponents.

Powerful Neodymium Magnets for Realistic Sound
The HS-1000 features large 40-millimeter Neodymium drivers that deliver outstanding audio, capturing every sound with detail and clarity. The drivers' excellent bass response lets you hear the powerful immediacy of every explosion, while the USB cable's oxygen-free copper construction transmits a pure signal with outstanding sound clarity.

Detachable, Noise-Canceling Microphone
The HS-1000 features a military-grade, noise-canceling microphone so your orders will be heard loud and clear by your team. The flexible boom microphone is adjustable to fit the contours of your face, enabling clear voice communications. Also, the microphone cord features in-line controls enabling you to easily adjust your sound level, or mute the mic on the fly for private conversations.

And after you've finished gaming, you can detach the microphone and use the HS-1000 to listen to your favorite tunes.

Lightweight Construction for Comfortable Gaming Sessions
The HS-1000's adjustable headband features a strong, lightweight construction of steel wrapped in durable ABS plastic. The plush, ergonomic ear-pads are lined with velvet and leatherette trimmings, keeping ears comfortable and cool.

The Creative Labs HS-1000 Fatal1ty USB Gaming Headset with Sound Blaster X-Fi Technology requires a USB port for connection. It is backed by a one-year limited warranty.

What's in the Box
USB Headset, detachable microphone with in-line volume controls, and X-Fi installation CD.

Gaming Headsets	HS-980 Fatal1ty Professional Series MKII Gaming Headset	HS-800 Fatal1ty Gaming Headset (Analog)	HS-1000 Fatal1ty USB Gaming Headset	Sound Blaster Arena Surround USB Gaming Headset
Headphone Quality	Ergonomic ear cups with sound isolation	Velvet Padding	Velvet Padding	Ergonomic ear cups with sound isolation
Audio Speaker Size	40mm Drivers (Full-Spectrum)	40mm Drivers	40mm Drivers	40mm Drivers (Full-Spectrum)
Type of Microphone Support	Dual Noise Canceling Microphone	Noise Canceling Microphone	Noise Canceling Microphone	Dual Noise Canceling Microphone
Removable Microphone?	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
Connection Type	3.5mm jack	3.5mm jack	USB 2.0	USB 2.0
Inline Volume / Mute	Yes	Yes	Yes	Yes
Sound Control Location	Along the cable	Along the cable	Along the cable	Along the cable
Sound Control	Volume control / Mute on and off	Volume control / Mute on and off	Volume control / Mute on and off	Volume control / Mute on and off
Silencer Tech Enabled	Yes (with Sound Blaster Titanium Series Sound Card)	No	No	Yes
Voice FX Enabled	Yes	No	No	Yes
X-Fi Enabled	Yes (When used with an X-Fi Sound Card)	No	Yes	Yes
Ideal For	FPS Desktop Gamer / MMO (Recommend Sound Blaster TI Series Sound Card)	Everyday Desktop Gamer/ MMO (Recommend Sound Blaster Sound Card)	Everyday Desktop or Laptop Gaming / VOIP	MMO / FPS / Competitive LAN Gamer

Product Description

Now you can truly compete with Creative Fatal1ty USB Gaming Headset by Creative Labs. Dominate the competition with 3D positional audio and the power of Sound Blaster X-Fi in a USB gaming headset. The Fatal1ty USB Gaming Headset is designed with comfort in mind for those long gaming sessions, while delivering precision sound and explosive bass in your games. Includes unobtrusive, enclosed earcups with plush velvet padding and a durable, lightweight headband with generous head padding. The large 40mm Neodmium drivers deliver realistic explosions and the crack-crack-crack of machine gun fire. Plus, with the noise-canceling microphone you can be sure your orders will be heard loud and clear by your team.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Might need a powered USB hub, January 10, 2010

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Jonathan Key (Maryville, TN) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Creative Labs HS-1000 Fatal1ty USB Gaming Headset with Sound Blaster X-Fi Technology (Black) (Personal Computers)

I had initially given this device a semi-poor review, however after hooking it up through a powered USB hub (I was desperate, trying everything) it works beautifully.

If you are having sound quality issues (mine was a fluttery distortion) try a powered USB hub. My board is a brand new ASUS P5N-T Deluxe so I was very surprised that the USB ports are underpowered.

As for the headset, it is everything I wanted and more. I am a reasonably small guy and I have had many headsets that did not adjust down far enough to be comfortable. This one's smallest setting is perfect, however I wonder if the larger-headed folk out there would like it. It's width is not adjustable.

Sound quality is above reproach, with a surprisingly accurate 3D sound emulation. Now that it works I really can't say enough about it. Not overly thrilled with my new motherboard now, but that is another review :)

13 of 15 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Not comfortable for me., December 27, 2009

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Victor Vuong "Victor" (Redmond, WA USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Creative Labs HS-1000 Fatal1ty USB Gaming Headset with Sound Blaster X-Fi Technology (Black) (Personal Computers)

My model had a problem with the USB cable that would cause it to reinstall itself whenever I moved, but ignoring that problem...

The sounds from the headphones are great. The quality of the microphone is also great. I have no complaints on using it to play my games or voice communication. My complaint comes from the comfort and the build quality of the headphones.

1. The cloth padding on the headphones are pretty soft which is good. The problem is after the cloth padding, the actual thing that the sound comes out of is rock hard. So if your ears are touching/rubbing on them, it hurts.

2. The headphones were REALLY tight on my head. It hurt my head after a while. It might loosen up over a lot of usage, but I didn't want to go through that much pain.

3. The microphone will bend, and is good at angling toward your mouth, but it doesn't swivel up like other headsets. So if you're doing things like drinking/eating in front of your computer, the microphone will get in the way. That sucks. I know it's detachable, but if you're doing things on the fly, you don't want to be pulling out the microphone, then taking off the headset, and plugging it back in.

Another thing to note is that these are USB headphones. If you're a laptop gamer, then I think these would suit you very well. I game on my desktop. When you plug in USB headphones, they are now a new sound device. You can only choose to have windows output to one sound device. So it's going to be headphones or speakers. Having to configure games and applications everytime I decided to switch from speakers to headphones really sucked.

If you're a desktop gamer, then I'd recommend just getting the normal analog plugs (headphone/microphone) to have more versatility and easier use if you're switching from speakers to headphones a lot. If you're an always headphones guy, then sure the USB would be fine. I also recommend going to the slightly more expensive version which has the swivel microphone.

One last thing to note, the cloth doesn't do any sound isolation. So that can be good or bad. It was good for me because I could hear my wife when she was calling for me, but it's bad because it won't cancel out the sound of her vacuuming.

I would recommend to anyone looking at headsets to get the Turtle Beach Earforce X1. These are a lot more comfortable, and they can work on the PC or the Xbox 360.. and they're the same price.

10 of 13 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Most comfortable headset I have found. No complaints, April 8, 2009

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Lovin' retirement (Southern California) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Creative Labs HS-1000 Fatal1ty USB Gaming Headset with Sound Blaster X-Fi Technology (Black) (Personal Computers)

Lets get this over with first, I have a large head and wear glasses (translation: TALL NERD). Most headsets are really annoying because they are so tight and cause pressure on my glasses making the headset really uncomfortable to wear. I have tried many headsets over the years and in reality this is the only headset that I have found that I can honestly say is comfortable even after wearing them for an hour or two.

They deliver on the sound and the mic is can be removed with just a tug if you are not using it. I should also mention that the cable for the mic is flexible so you can bend any direction you want and it stays there.

all in all, a nice headset for everyone, even us fatheads.