| Sensitivity | 90 dB |
|---|---|
| Headphones Jack | 3.5 mm |
| Model Name | G430 |
| Connectivity Technology | Wired |
| Wireless Communication Technology | Wireless |
| Included Components | Headset, User documentation, USB adapter |
| Age Range (Description) | Adult |
| Specific Uses For Product | personal, gaming, business |
| Control Type | Volume control |
| Cable Feature | Retractable |
| Item Weight | 229 Grams |
| Frequency Range | 20 Hz - 20 kHz |
| Customer Package Type | Standard Packaging |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
| Style | G430 7.1 |
| Control Method | Touch |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Controller Type | Wired controller |
| Earpiece Shape | rounded |
| Number of USB 2 Ports | 1 |
| UPC | 097855094438 796327899938 |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00667649008219 |
| Manufacturer | Logitech, Inc |
| Is Autographed | No |
Logitech G430 7.1 Gaming Headset with Mic
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| Brand | Logitech |
| Color | Blue/Black |
| Ear Placement | Over Ear |
| Form Factor | closed-back |
| Noise Control | Active Noise Cancellation |
About this item
- DTS Headphone: X and Dolby 7; 1 surround Sound: experience an immersive 360 degree sound field that lets you hear what you can't see
- Built for comfort: lightweight design and soft sport cloth ear cups with 90 degree swivel for maximum comfort and a personalized fit
- Folding, noise cancelling boom mic: reduces background noise for clear voice pick up and rotates up and out of the way
- Impedance: 32 ohms; On cable sound controls: volume dial and mute switch are close at hand for quick Audio adjustments
- Compatibility: Works with PS4 and Windows 10, Windows 8, Windows 7 or windows Vista computers; Sensitivity: 90dB SPL/mw.Cable Length: 10.5 ft
- Headphone frequency response: 20Hz 20KHz; Microphone pickup pattern: cardioid (unidirectional) frequency response: 50 20khz; Please note: kindly refer the user guide before use
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| connectivity tech | Wired | Wireless | Wired | 3.5 mm Jack, USB | Wired | Wired |
| headphones form factor | closed-back | Over Ear | Over Ear | Over Ear | Over Ear | Over Ear |
| connector type | 3.5mm Jack | wireless | 3 5mm Jack | usb | usb | 3.5mm Jack |
| noise control | active noise cancellation | sound isolation | active noise cancellation | — | sound isolation | sound isolation |
| headphones jack | 3.5 mm | 3.5 mm Jack | 3.5 mm Jack | 3.5 mm Jack | 3.5 mm Jack | 3.5 mm Jack |
| cable feature | Retractable | Detachable | Retractable | Retractable | Retractable | Retractable |
| control type | Volume control | Media Control | Volume Control | Volume Control | Volume Control | Noise Control |
| water resistance | — | not water resistant | — | not water resistant | — | not water resistant |
| material | — | Memory Foam, Faux Leather | Faux Leather | Aluminum, Faux Leather, Memory Foam | Faux Leather | Titanium, Memory Foam |
| model name | G430 | 981-001268 | Cloud Stinger 2 | HS65 SURROUND | language tag | BlackShark V2 X |
| frequency range | 20 Hz - 20 kHz | 20 Hz - 20,000 Hz | — | 20 Hz - 20,000 Hz | 20 Hz - 20,000 Hz | 100 Hz - 10 kHz |
Product Description
G430 Surround Sound Gaming Headset delivers 7.1 Dolby Headset surround sound and crisp, clear chat, with comfortable cloth ear cups and a lightweight design. Wired. System Requirements: Windows 7 or later, Nintendo Switch, PS4 or Xbox One USB port or 3.5mm headphone and microphone ports (Optional) Internet connection for Logitech G HUB
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| Item model number | 981-000536 |
|---|---|
| Hardware Platform | PC |
| Operating System | Windows |
| Item Weight | 8.1 ounces |
| Product Dimensions | 9.84 x 8.98 x 4.33 inches |
| Item Dimensions LxWxH | 9.84 x 8.98 x 4.33 inches |
| Number of Processors | 1 |
| Computer Memory Type | DDR3 SDRAM |
| Voltage | 1.1 Volts |
| Batteries | 1 A batteries required. |
| Language | English |
| ASIN | B00CQ35C1Q |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Date First Available | October 1, 2013 |
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| Best Sellers Rank | #76,358 in Video Games (See Top 100 in Video Games) #368 in GameCube Accessories #1,117 in GEM Box Microconsole #1,967 in PC Game Headsets |
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Customers find the headset's sound quality excellent, with clear audio from the microphone and good noise cancellation, while also appreciating its comfort and value for money. The build quality receives mixed feedback - while some find it solid, others report it breaking down over time. The mic quality and cord length also get mixed reviews, with some praising the crystal clear sound and long cord, while others report issues with the microphone not working properly and the cord being too short.
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Customers praise the headset's sound quality, noting clear audio from the microphone and voice that is very audible, while also appreciating the noise cancellation features.
"...The virtual surround sound couldn't be more accurate, and music sounds great to me in it. But, I will go into more detail later on...." Read more
"...The microphone has performed perfectly so far. It has no trouble picking up my voice, while at the same time managing to block out excess background..." Read more
"...On a slightly brighter note. The sound works perfectly fine. Either USB, or the normal in line plugs without the adapter, I had no issues hearing...." Read more
"...recording myself and listen to the audio playback, it sounds as good as any microphone I've ever used, so I see no issues with it's recording quality..." Read more
Customers find the headset to be of good quality, with one customer noting that the ear covers are decent, and another mentioning that it's suitable for regular music listening.
"...for the price i think these are great headsets , just don't expect to much outta the software or the USB dongle..." Read more
"...Overall this is an amazing gaming headset that I've had absolutely no issues with at all and would recommend to everyone :)..." Read more
"...part that rests on the top of my head, but it's held in place and done brilliantly...." Read more
"...I think the fabric padding around the speaker is very nice and it feels great but during long gaming sessions, I do start to feel the headset on my..." Read more
Customers find the headset comfortable and soft, with one customer noting that it rests lightly on their ears.
"...Other than that, the headset has been decent in terms of overall comfort, and I like that over ear headsets don't press my ears against my glasses,..." Read more
"...The ear cups and head band are very comfortable. I can wear the headset for hours at a time without having any discomfort...." Read more
"...The ear pad material is cloth. It felt like painting canvas. Rough, almost painful...." Read more
"...The padding around the ears and on your head is really comfortable and so far has not caused my any pain even after playing for hours on end...." Read more
Customers find the headset offers good value for money, describing it as decent and worth the purchase.
"...Final thoughts: So, this headset is overall a good headset for the price, good sound quality, good surround sound emulation, and ok mic quality...." Read more
"...Logitech does good quality for a good price. I recommend these to other people who can respect that...." Read more
"...These products represented an incredible value except the fact that this particular barebones server board didn't include a soundcard or an optical..." Read more
"...giving the product five stars because for the money, I feel it is a good value and provides audio quality above the price point of the headset...." Read more
Customers find that the headphones work well, with the microphone performing particularly well, and one customer noting that the 7.1 simulated surround sound works effectively.
"...jack and sound is to low on usb headphone jack , but the USB headphone jack works great as a mic source , now i can turn it as loud as i want so..." Read more
"...The USB adapter has worked perfectly so far, no problems at all from it. It has interfaced with both my laptop and my PS4, which is very convenient...." Read more
"...TL;DR: Perfect headset with no issues, buy it." Read more
"...ears and the cups don't fit perfectly on them but they do a pretty good job...." Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the headset's build quality, with some praising its solid construction and durability through multiple drops, while others find it too fragile and report it breaking down over time.
"...The mic on this headset is understandable, but the quality is terrible, and it will randomly cut your voice off mid sentence due to badly designed..." Read more
"...headset for over a year now, and they have been very consistent and reliable so far, with no problems occurring. Sound quality:..." Read more
"...Faux leather trim on the cups has ripped up a bit and worn away (not the cloth of the cups themselves, just the thin trim around the outside), but..." Read more
"...While the rest of the headset has a decent build quality, (the plastic is much thicker and wider), this one area does not match the build quality of..." Read more
Customers have mixed experiences with the headset's microphone: while some find it crystal clear and of great quality, others report that it doesn't pick up sound properly and has functionality issues.
"...The mic on this headset is understandable, but the quality is terrible, and it will randomly cut your voice off mid sentence due to badly designed..." Read more
"...The headset has a switch for mic and a slider for volume, and the mic is definitely not something you wanna use if recording audio is your thing,..." Read more
"...; which is basically me plugging the thing in, the microphone did not work at all! I tried both the USB adapter, and the regular two plug thingy...." Read more
"...tv all the way up its so loud it will melt your brain and your mic is crystal clear - this will only work if you find a different headPHONE JACK for..." Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the headset's cord length, with some finding it nice and long while others report it being short and prone to tangling.
"...The length of the cable is quite long, and has plenty of slack to reach wherever you need it to go within reason...." Read more
"...aux cable - had to mention this again because while the length of the cable can be annoying, when you get it set up well the headset effectively..." Read more
"...The cord itself is made of a nice braided material and will hold up to most pulls and tugs. Overall good sound quality...." Read more
"...the screws, causing the ears to slip off the headphone and dangle from the internal wires, and I had to repair it with superglue, and so far there..." Read more
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- Reviewed in the United States on May 20, 2014Ok, first off, I would like to say that this is an absolutely amazing headset sound wise. The virtual surround sound couldn't be more accurate, and music sounds great to me in it. But, I will go into more detail later on.
I would like to just state up front now though, that if you need to use the microphone on this headset for anything outside of voice chat in games or skype with your friends, look elsewhere, or consider buying a standalone mic. The mic on this headset is understandable, but the quality is terrible, and it will randomly cut your voice off mid sentence due to badly designed background noise removal that you can't turn off.
But, on with my review of this headset. I decided to upgrade from my aging Turtle Beach x32's (Yes, I know that headset is made for the Xbox, but they sell a pc adapter cable, and it worked great for me.) and decided to go with surround sound this time. I bought this headset mostly because it is the only blue headset I have ever seen, and it matches my all blue pc build.
Surround Sound Quality: 5/5
I have tried out Titanfall, Battlefield 4 and Call of Duty Ghosts, and I do definitely feel like I have an advantage over other players. Think of it this way, you are sitting in a small room with two doors. With a stereo headset, you can hear footsteps, and you know somebody is coming, but you don't know which door they will walk through and have a higher chance of dying. With this headset however, in that same situation, you know which direction the footsteps are coming from, and you have a much higher chance of not dying due to that extra bit of knowledge you wouldn't get with a regular headset. The surround quality in this headset is better than my 5.1 surround sound setup in our media room, so this definitely earns a 5/5 in this category.
Sound Quality: 4/5
I am rating the overall sound quality of this headset a 4/5 for one reason. The virtual surround sound in this headset tries to make all sounds "Surround" your head, and in doing so, it makes anything that isn't a game, or music seem like it's being played in a big stone room with all the sound echoing off of the virtual walls the headset seems to create. You do get used to this effect quickly, and I now kind of like the effect, it makes things seem a bit more real I guess, but I'm just throwing this out there for anybody who might care to know about that.
One last thing for this category, I have seen too many people online complaining about the headset glitching out whenever you have something that is surround sound and something in stereo playing at the same time. (it will rapidly swap between stereo and surround sound and produce a lot of static.) I have found a way to fix this. (This is for windows vista and 7.) You simply open your control panel in windows, go to Hardware and Sound, click on the button that says manage audio devices, and in the playback tab, find something labeled with Logitech G430 Gaming Headset, click on it, and then click properties. It should open up a new window, with the tabs General, Levels, Enhancements and Advanced. Go to Enhancements and find the one in the list labeled "Speaker Fill" check the box next to it and click apply. Basically, what that did was tell your computer to turn all stereo sound into surround sound, and that prevents the scenario where the headset could glitch out.
Mic Quality: 2/5
I am giving this a 2/5 for the reasons I told you about above, the mic is understandable, but does not have good quality. If you simply plan to use it for skype calling with your friends, maybe some in game chat, it will be absolutely fine for you then, but, since I'm a youtuber, I have much higher standards for my mic quality. If you plan to use the mic for business, recording yourself singing, recording videos for youtube, or anything where you need to sound good, consider buying a blue snowball mic, or something comparable to it.
Final thoughts:
So, this headset is overall a good headset for the price, good sound quality, good surround sound emulation, and ok mic quality. I personally have a Blue Snowball microphone, so the mic being not so great on the headset is no big deal for me, but it might be for other people.
I hope that this review has helped you to see the ups and downs of this headset, and help you to decide if it's worth your money!
- Reviewed in the United States on December 17, 2024I've used this headset since October 2018 when I picked it up for $38. Today I realized how long I've been using it and felt it deserved a review even if it's obsolete at this point.
Sticky points:
- Faux leather trim on the cups has ripped up a bit and worn away (not the cloth of the cups themselves, just the thin trim around the outside), but this is to be expected after years of heavy use
- Super long aux cable can be annoying to deal with, but can also be helpful
- Mic quality... supposedly? I'm not really a sound guy, but the mic has always worked fine for me to game with friends according to them. Also, the mic has a habit of picking up environmental sounds which can be a dealbreaker for some people
Good stuff:
- Sound has always been good whether playing games or watching shows
- Super long aux cable - had to mention this again because while the length of the cable can be annoying, when you get it set up well the headset effectively feels wireless. You even have room to get up and walk around a little. Side note: I have rolled over this cable in my chair countless times in the last six years and it's still fine
- Good for big ears
- Reviewed in the United States on September 16, 2015I have owned this headset for about 13 months now.
The cloth earpads aren't the most comfortable as they can get a bit scratchy/irritating, but not a big issue.
I have this weird slight bulge running down the center of my head, so headphones with a single-piece head cushioning give me a headache, but this was easily resolved with some tape strapped around the center of the head band.
Other than that, the headset has been decent in terms of overall comfort, and I like that over ear headsets don't press my ears against my glasses, which was an issue with a previous pair of on ear headphones (JVC HA S500) I've owned.
When I first reviewed this headset I felt that it sounded cheap compared to the JVCs, and it still doesn't feel as precise or clear of a sound, but its not a bad experience and definitely won't impair any gaming, movie watching, or normal music.
About 15 days ago the plastic part holding the drivers to the headband cracked near the screws, causing the ears to slip off the headphone and dangle from the internal wires, and I had to repair it with superglue, and so far there aren't any issues and my headset still retains full functionality
The headset has a switch for mic and a slider for volume, and the mic is definitely not something you wanna use if recording audio is your thing, however it is legible and functional for basic communication.
The virtual 7.1 surround sound supposedly comes from the usb dongle which could account for the $35 difference between this and the G230 at the time of purchase, and I have no idea how much of the surround sound I've experienced comes from the soundcard, and how much is just from the game's sound design. I use the headphone on the dongle exclusively, and its definitely not a bad solution if you don't have working jacks (which I do), without any noise that you get with some bad quality usb sound cards.
In my previous computer I had an uneasy process obtaining the drivers (the 32bit drivers are incompatible with my 64bit win7 home premium, while when selecting 64bit drivers the website would automatically redirect me to some kind of product registration page, I had to manually change the download link from xxxxxxx.xxxxxx/xxxxxx/xxxxxxx32xx.exe to xxxxxx.xxxxxxx/xxxxxxx/xxxxxxx64xx.exe in order to download the drivers).
After installing the drivers, I thought the headset would show as 5.1 or 7.1 in the windows control panel. Why? Because I thought the usb dongle would take the 7.1 channels first and then process it into virtual 7.1, however nope it only shows up in control panel as "stereo" - with to be fair an option to "enable surround" in the Effects setting. I'm not sure how enabling surround allows the driver to work with games. Alas, I'm not even sure the drivers I installed or the usb dongle is even doing anything, the only obviously 3D content I've experienced so far are the pre-processed binaural stuff (eg. virtual barbershop) that doesn't require specialized equipment in the first place, I also have conflicting information regarding how a game such as arma handles 3d sound -specifically, does it output into the dongle for processing? With the aforementioned lack of virtual multi-channel output, I've been unable to get 5.1 movies working either and I've never seen the "logitech gaming software" say anything other than "surround sound content has not yet been detected", even clicking on "experience surround sound", there isn't any obvious separation in the demonstration track, but that may just be my ears.
There is 3D- somewhat (again, not sure if the dongle, headset or the logitech software is contributing in any meaningful way - my acer laptop has some kind of dolby sound with 3D headphone output, and so does VLC player which has an option to "enable virtual surround").
Maybe its just my ears, but in testing the 3D sound using an article on The Verge "Surrounded by sound: how 3D audio hacks your brain" as well as lobbing grenades in Arma 3, I've never been able to get something to sound like its coming from in front of me. Sounds can either come from behind, left, right, or around my head, but never ahead, well I guess in gaming you don't really need to hear it if you can already see it.
I left a 2 star review when I initially tested the headset, but I would say the headset has grown on me and been fairly reliable hence the increased stars. I would still question the value of the G430 compared to the G230 (which is still $20 cheaper as of this update and apparently identical except for the supposed lack of dolby surround (which you can only get from the dongle)), although other reviewers do notice the difference and I'm in no position to disagree.
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RichReviewed in Australia on February 23, 20185.0 out of 5 stars Five Stars
Simply put - great buy.
Fawzi BustamiReviewed in the United Arab Emirates on March 22, 20205.0 out of 5 stars perfect for gaming
great quality
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ツバサReviewed in Japan on September 27, 20222.0 out of 5 stars 髪の毛が入ってた
傷や日焼けあるのは仕方ないにしろ
髪の毛入ってるのは正直キツかった
白髪と黒い髪の毛2本入ってました
梱包もプチプチ無しの用紙クシャクシャに
下だけで本体はラップグルグル巻でした
物は良いけど清掃と梱包最悪でした
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Danilo PessoaReviewed in Brazil on June 9, 20205.0 out of 5 stars Ótimo produto
Produto em sí em muito bom, confortável e com boa qualidade de som, sofri um pouco pra configurar no Windows com o adaptador USB que vem junto, mas não me agradou a experiencia do 7.1 nos jogos que utilizo, então optei por ficar no p2 mesmo. De modo geral o produto vale muito a pena.
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McEdd1Reviewed in Germany on December 5, 20165.0 out of 5 stars Hammer
Hab dieses headset für den pc gekauft, aber auch an der xbox one findet es für zb R6S einen super anwendungsbereich. Super Sound für mein gehör!









































