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  • Lieutenant Dan
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    • Sep 2007
    • 5679

    #226
    Re: Gaming headsets

    According to tracking info, A40 system will get here next Wednesday, just in time for Thanksgiving weekend!
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    • SinisterAlex
      Canadian eh?
      • Oct 2009
      • 4551

      #227
      Re: Gaming headsets

      Originally posted by Lieutenant Dan
      According to tracking info, A40 system will get here next Wednesday, just in time for Thanksgiving weekend!
      Be sure to post your impressions here! Love to hear what you think of them. I've been thinking of upgrading to these from my current Turtle Beach X11's.
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      • BleacherBum2310
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        • Aug 2010
        • 7107

        #228
        Re: Gaming headsets

        Have TB X11's I believe they are called. New to gaming headsets, which would you would prefer TB's or Tritton/Astro dunno which is the correct term.

        Thanks.
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        • Leon
          An Old Trafford
          • Mar 2003
          • 4981

          #229
          Re: Gaming headsets

          Anyone have the Sony Wireless Stereo Headset? I'm thinking of getting this one but mostly for PC Gaming -- obviously, it being designed for PS3 use is a plus.

          I've looked at Turtle Beach and Razers but I like the fact that this is 7.1, wireless and only $99. Some OS impressions would be nice even though Amazon reviews are heavily positive.
          "It's not how big you are; it's how big you play" - David Thompson

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          • Lieutenant Dan
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            • Sep 2007
            • 5679

            #230
            Re: Gaming headsets

            Originally posted by SinisterAlex
            Be sure to post your impressions here! Love to hear what you think of them. I've been thinking of upgrading to these from my current Turtle Beach X11's.
            Will do...they get here day after tomorrow
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            • thaSLAB
              [Player 1]
              • Feb 2008
              • 4495

              #231
              Originally posted by Leon
              Anyone have the Sony Wireless Stereo Headset? I'm thinking of getting this one but mostly for PC Gaming -- obviously, it being designed for PS3 use is a plus.

              I've looked at Turtle Beach and Razers but I like the fact that this is 7.1, wireless and only $99. Some OS impressions would be nice even though Amazon reviews are heavily positive.
              There are some impressions earlier in this thread, but as well as the 'recent purchase' thread.


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              • Leon
                An Old Trafford
                • Mar 2003
                • 4981

                #232
                Re: Gaming headsets

                Originally posted by thaSLAB
                There are some impressions earlier in this thread, but as well as the 'recent purchase' thread.


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                Cool, I just read your post. Have you tried using it on your computer? I'm aware that surround doesn't work for computers but I just want to know if the mic works well, is the stereo sound still good etc.

                Not having surround sound in a headset isn't a big deal for me anyway. I'm sure any headset would be a major upgrade over the ones I'm using now -- Apple's In-Ear Headphones.
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                • Leon
                  An Old Trafford
                  • Mar 2003
                  • 4981

                  #233
                  Re: Gaming headsets

                  So I went ahead and bought the Sony Wireless Stereo Headset and so far, I'm loving it. I'm not gonna go into an in-depth review since it's already been provided on here (and everywhere else) but the convenience of just plugging the dongle in is very nice. Managed to get it for $10 less too!

                  My only problem right now is that I'm pretty sure it's interfering with my wireless mouse+keyboard. I was playing Skyrim and my mouse would suddenly lag - something that didn't happen before. I'm trying to look for solutions but so far, I'm out of luck.
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                  • Tiko7523
                    MVP
                    • Aug 2009
                    • 1595

                    #234
                    I want a new headset for my 360 I don't know if I should go with trittons or turtle beaches ?

                    Trittons I heard are made cheaply for the price and break easily

                    Turtle beaches I heard have to many wires

                    Is there any other brand?

                    I have the official Sony 7.1 headset which I love but it's only ps3
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                    • Lieutenant Dan
                      All Star
                      • Sep 2007
                      • 5679

                      #235
                      Re: Gaming headsets

                      Guys, I got my Astro A40 wired set w/Mixamp last Wednesday. Here are some thoughts on it.

                      Order process went fine overall. I was having issues trying to order from their site so ordered from their ebay store. I wanted to up the shipping to Blue instead of Ground, but no biggie. Still got them before Thanksgiving weekend.

                      Packaging is really cool. A sleeve covers a fold out box that holds everything, comes with quality wires...everything is nice quality. The headset is very well constructed and durable. Fits quite comfortably too on my big ol' noggin. The Mixamp is beautifully simple and high quality construction.

                      Soundwise, the rig is great. To compare it to the TB Earforce Deltas/XP500's, the TB seems a little brighter sounding, almost hyper-high end clarity which is good for shooters especially. The TB's have decent bass presence, but due to wireless they can distort and compress just a bit during explosions or bass-heavy signals. Also, again a wireless thing, they have a bit of static here and there, and can cut out when our son is online on his pc.

                      The A40's seem a little smoother to my ears; I kinda missed the TB's high-end openess, but the Astros smoothly extend down to the bass very well. These seem 'meatier' and stronger-sounding, and are not fatiguing after hours of use. Zero static, zero cut-out due to the wired connection. Also, no battery concerns

                      The mic is sensitive but works very well. The thing is so sensitive I had it swung all the way up, so it's pointing at the ceiling, parallel to the headband, and I forgot it was still on. I was put into a new lobby in MW3 and made the comment aloud to my wife in the room (in a low voice) "Mann...the matchmaking still sucks. The whole other team is prestigers" to which I immediately heard in my ear "Yeah, matchmaking still sucks but whatcha goin do?"

                      Another neat feature is you can use any headset through the Mixamp (I'll have to try my Bose headphones one night), though you won't be mic'd. Dolby Headphones works really well on both the A40 Mixamp and the TB Deltas/XP500's. It's not as ideal for localization as a real 5.1/7.1 audio system is, but it's effective and you can play it loud without disturbing others or hearing the whirr of your 360. Another plus is that I can seem to hear enemies approaching better using these headsets.

                      Overall, the A40 system is great. Spendy? Indeed...but I was happy to find it's worth the money. Not plasticy or cheap in any sense, very good performance, looks cool, comfortable, zero performance shortfalls, plus the cup covers are magnetic and you can bling out with custom covers if that's your thing.
                      Last edited by Lieutenant Dan; 11-28-2011, 03:14 PM.
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                      • Flightwhite24
                        Hall Of Fame
                        • Jul 2005
                        • 12095

                        #236
                        Re: Gaming headsets

                        Congrats Lt. Dan on your purchase

                        Quick question for you. How long is the cable for the headset and the price for the set? Thanks
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                        • Lieutenant Dan
                          All Star
                          • Sep 2007
                          • 5679

                          #237
                          Re: Gaming headsets

                          Originally posted by FLIGHTWHITE
                          Congrats Lt. Dan on your purchase

                          Quick question for you. How long is the cable for the headset and the price for the set? Thanks
                          Thanks! You get 9' optical and a 4 meter USB (power) cable to go from your 360/ps3 to the Mixamp. Then the cord from headphones to mixamp is....uh about 4' or so?

                          Price is 249.00 for the system.

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                          PS: It should be noted I've always been an audio nut. I worked in audio/video retail for over 20 years, and repaired loudspeakers for much of that. Have discerning ears so that's why I like expensive headsets lol.
                          Last edited by Lieutenant Dan; 11-28-2011, 05:23 PM.
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                          • Marino
                            Moderator
                            • Jan 2008
                            • 18113

                            #238
                            Re: Gaming headsets

                            I'm thinking of getting the TB PX21 for my PS3 and computer, can anyone who has this headset let me know how good it is?

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                            • iLLosophy
                              Plata o Plomo
                              • Sep 2005
                              • 3673

                              #239
                              Re: Gaming headsets

                              I've been using the X12 over the pass month. I have no experience with headsets prior to this outside of the generic xbox ones. It's pretty cool, I even watch tv/movies with it sometimes.

                              Few thoughts though
                              -If you get claustrophobia from too many wires around you, this might be a dealbreaker. There are a fair number of wires.
                              -If you have a play and charge kit connected you (and people you are playing with) will hear a buzzing sound.
                              -Mic is super sensitive, whenever i play have to turn the tv volume all the way down. There's no volume for your mic.

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                              • johnny_park
                                Rookie
                                • Aug 2002
                                • 355

                                #240
                                Re: Gaming headsets

                                I recently purchased the TB P 11 but I can't get it to work. I follow the instructions in the manual and watched YouTube videos and still nothing.

                                Can anyone help?

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