Xbox 360 Headset Adapter

by Intec

Product Features

• Xbox 360 headset adapter

Product Details

• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B000FUG5V8
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 2 inches ; 1 ounces
• Media: Accessory
• Release Date: December 1, 2008
• Average Customer Review: 3.1 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (29 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #4,932 in Video Games (See Top 100 in Video Games)
  • #15 in Video Games > Xbox 360 > Hardware > Cables & Adapters > Adapters
• Discontinued by manufacturer: Yes

Product Description

Adapts Xbox Live headset to be used on the Xbox 360. Can be used with any headset with a 2.5MM jack plug. Bonus 2-way splitter enables 2 headsets to be connected to an Xbox Live account. Mute control for privacy. Adjustable volume control.

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

43 of 46 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A must-have for anyone with a third-party headset, August 27, 2006

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Timur Tabi (Austin, TX USA) - See all my reviews
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= Fun:5.0 out of 5 stars 

This review is from: Xbox 360 Headset Adapter (Accessory)

It would have cost Microsoft another 5 cents to make their headset adapter (which contains a volume and mute control) compatible with third-party headsets. But they didn't, so if you like having your volume and mute controls on the controller while using a third-party headset, then you probably need to get this adapter.

This adapter lets you use any standard 2.5mm headset with the Xbox 360, and you still get volume and mute controls (even if your headset doesn't provide that).

The bonus "two-way adapter" that's inclded is just a standard 2.5mm stereo audio splitter that you can get at Radio Shack for a few cents. I haven't tried it, but I think the purpose is to allow two players with two controllers to listen and talk on Xbox Live. Usually, when you have a "guest" player sitting next to you and playing on Xbox Live with a "guest" account (i.e. not his own Xbox Live account), he can't use a headset plugged into his controller. So he would plug his headset into your controller via this splitter.

On a side note, the company that makes this product, Intec, is sometimes known as Datel, so don't get confused by the product image.

9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Solves a problem created by Microsoft, December 20, 2007

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Casual Surveyor (Kentucky USA) - See all my reviews

= Fun:4.0 out of 5 stars 

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This review is from: Xbox 360 Headset Adapter (Accessory)

The Xbox Controller S communicator system was more robust and far superior to the Xbox 360 communicator system. It had a nice, heavy-duty communicator module (with great mute button/light and volume wheel) that was able to accept third-party headsets. Along comes the 360 and puts the communicator module on the end of the headset cable. That means you can't use your favorite Xbox headset with the 360 - instant obsolescence. I guess Microsoft expected that would boost sales of their new 360-only headsets. Well forget that - this adapter solves that problem by giving you the freedom to use any standard Xbox headset of your choosing. Since there are a lot more types on the market, and since most gamers already have an Xbox headset, this device can save you money as well as make your gaming more comfortable.

I bought two; the price is very reasonable compared to a new 360 headset. Some have complained that the fit in the controller slot is a bit loose. That was true for one of the two I bought. One time it backed out of the controller halfway. When I went to flip the mute switch, the audio plug broke off from the pressure required to move the switch. The audio plug is very small and weak (thanks for making the jack so tiny Microsoft), so if the adpater is not inserted fully into the controller, you do risk breaking off the audio plug.

The volume wheel is fine, a little stiff, but oddly the volume doesn't go down 100%. You can still hear the others players speaking even when it's turned all the way down.

Even though one unit broke, I would still buy another because the device is so versatile. I love using my favorite Xbox headset instead of any of the expensive and uncomfortable 360 sets that are on the market.

7 of 7 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Performs it's job but not well, June 3, 2007

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J. Bade (Columbia, MO United States) - See all my reviews
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= Fun:3.0 out of 5 stars 

This review is from: Xbox 360 Headset Adapter (Accessory)

I expected more from this adapter. Technically it does exactly what is advertised but there are some design flaws with it. It doesn't fit as tight to the controller as the original 360 headset connector. It feels loose when inserted into the controller. The volume wheel is tight just like someone else said. I also think the components might be low quality but I can't prove it. It could use some more engineering but shows good potential.