(note: I wear glasses. I feel like this is important to mention with headsets >.>)
Honestly, I never expected headphones to make such a big difference in experience. My first headset was a 25$-ish headset that broke, so I decided well, lets try something a bit better from a reputable brand, and ended up buying this one for 40$, and it is worth every. single. cent. spent.
Audio is amazing, and it comes with an application you can download that allows you to tweak the sound depending on your use. It did seem a bit overwhelming at first, but its actually fairly simple to use once you get to understand it a bit.
The headset does feel a little tight on the head, but so far its not uncomfortable to use for long periods of time, as long as you put it on right. Even while using glasses, this feels ok on the head. If you put it on wrong however, like I did when I first got it, it would be very uncomfortable and even painful.
My only complaints would be that, because its all plastic and feels a bit hard, I get worried about breaking it and try to use it as gently as I can. However, I have seen a Youtuber do a review of this headset and he stretches it beyond what my heart can handle without breaking, so there's that little bit of relief found there xD. The 2nd complaint is the short wire length. Would have loved having it be a bit longer, but its not bad.
Overall, my experience with it has been pretty well. So well that, despite the 2 complaints I listed above, I'd still be willing to give this a 5/5. (edit: 4.5 now, due to below issue)
Edit: after using it for a couple months, this headset is amazing and is no longer as tight on the head. However, now I'm facing a new issue, and that is the mic wont fully retract into the headset and would get stuck like there is something blocking it from being pushed into its slot. This comes and goes and I have to use some level of force here and there to get it fully in, but out of fear of breaking it, I stopped doing that. Still, because I only use it for the pc, its not really much of an issue except when I'm eating. For that inconvenience, id drop the review to 4.5. Would still buy a steelseries though because its a fantastic audio experience.
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Replacement Screws
As many reviewers have mentioned the hinge screws have a tendency to fall out. If you're unfortunate enough to lose one or both of these there is hope however as you can pick up a pair that fits from your local hardware store and repair it with ease. These are metric and I'm pretty sure they're M2 (although they could have been from the other bin which is M1.6). I did have to trim the bolts by a couple of millimeters with a pair of pliers but afterwards it screwed right it and was noticeably more snug than the originals. I used panheads with no washers and it works great.This headset is a great deal for the price and works well to fold and unfold in and out of my backpack on a daily basis. If I could I'd take off a quarter of a star for the factory screws but otherwise totally worth it.I hope this helps at least some people to properly fix their pair instead of having them superglued in place or end up in a landfill. Cheers
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Reviewed in the United States on July 14, 2024
Style: Nova 1Color: WhiteVerified Purchase
They're comfortable I've kept them in my ear for hours programming with no discomfort most headphones hurt my ears and I got big ears so that's awesome. They're somewhat noise cancelling but not entirely. It's enough that people can sneak up on me and my TV basically sounds muted in the background, especially when playing games or listening to music.
I've owned these for a few months I recommend them especially if you don't wanna spend a ton of money because they sound amazing. I don't think they're the best, but they're more than good enough for me. If you're an audiophile tho you might disagree
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I've owned these for a few months I recommend them especially if you don't wanna spend a ton of money because they sound amazing. I don't think they're the best, but they're more than good enough for me. If you're an audiophile tho you might disagree
(Im renovating my room sorry about the mess)
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Reviewed in the United States on June 15, 2024
Style: Nova 1Color: BlackVerified Purchase
I replaced an old, very expensive headset that had finally broke down on me. I did not expect much from these but I didn't want to spend so much money again for new ones. I was very pleasantly surprised at the sound quality on these and they are also very comfortable.
Only reason I took a star away was because the mic is on a wire that extends from the left ear. I feel like this part might begin to fail over time. Those kinds of wires can develop shorts in them if used often, because the metal inside gets all twisted up. Also I feel like the voice quality is not really as good as they are advertising. Still a good purchase.
Only reason I took a star away was because the mic is on a wire that extends from the left ear. I feel like this part might begin to fail over time. Those kinds of wires can develop shorts in them if used often, because the metal inside gets all twisted up. Also I feel like the voice quality is not really as good as they are advertising. Still a good purchase.
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Desyree Berenice Ayala Rojas
Excelentes audifonos y cómodos
Reviewed in Mexico on August 6, 2024Style: Nova 1Color: BlackVerified Purchase
Desyree Berenice Ayala Rojas
Reviewed in Mexico on August 6, 2024
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Jana Bernardo
Ignore the reviews and see for urself
Reviewed in Canada on September 3, 2023Style: Nova 1Color: WhiteVerified Purchase
Rav
Good value for the cost.
Reviewed in Canada on February 14, 2023Style: Nova 1Color: BlackVerified Purchase
YNR
Great headphones, wonderful sound quality
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on February 18, 2024Style: Nova 1Color: BlackVerified Purchase
Katia Deyne
Super comfy
Reviewed in Canada on April 22, 2021Style: Arctis 3Color: WhiteVerified Purchase
