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    Bose A2Ew for gaming experience sought..

    Discussion in 'Accessories' started by GamerPC, Jan 19, 2014.

  1. GamerPC

    GamerPC Notebook Consultant

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    I'm looking to replace an old Turtle beach headset with something a LOT lighter and less "headclamp" ... I tried on the Bose A2Ew at the bose store and they feel absolutely perfect! But I'm worried about the location of the mic, and also wanted to see if anyone has had any issues using these with Skype, Mumble, Vent, or w/e..

    I've looked at other higher end headsets like the Astro A50, which is way too bulkly, and has too many components to toat around... the Bose seems light, small, and doesn't have a lot of crap to carry with you.

    both were $250
     
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    There are two big names in add-on mics these days. You can get any headphones you like and just add a mic to them adding a ton of variety to your choices, better value/quality for your money, and you know the mics work good.

    The Antlion Audio Mod Mic is one I have and have reviewed, I forgot the name/brand of the other but it was the same concept.
     
    ViciousXUSMC, Jan 20, 2014
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    Don't get anything with Bluetooth. Lag
     
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    anyone else have this issue with bluetooth?
     
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    You're not listening.

    Lag.

    Horrible lag.

    Don't buy if you're gaming.
     
    Vogelbung, Jan 20, 2014
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    ...That was unexpected. Good choice.

    Though looking at your OP it's not that light and there is a fair degree of headclamp - though personally I don't find it too bad at all, since the load's evenly distributed.
     
    Vogelbung, Jan 21, 2014
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    They minute I read they were made in Germany, I had to read no further.... but the numerous stellar reviews about their quality, sound and mic then solidified the case to get them.... Wireless wasn't my main concern, as much as quality and sound.
     
    GamerPC, Jan 21, 2014
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    Hrm. You know, you'll probably do fine with the Beyerdynamic MMX 300's.

    If you have up to $250 to spend, and just want a simple purchase for headsets that have high audio quality, then you'd want to look at the headsets manufactured by companies that specialize in headphones (Sennheiser, Audio Technica, Beyerdynamic). Unless you are on a <$100 budget, you generally want to avoid headsets manufactured by companies that specialize in computer accessories (Logitech, Corsair, Turtle Beach, Razer, Astro, etc).

    The alternative is to buy separate audiophile-grade headphones + separate add-on mic. You could save a small bit of money that way, or potentially get very tiny bumps in audio quality.

    But if you just want a simple recommendation that doesn't require doing a lot of research, then you're in pretty good shape with the Beyerdynamic MMX 300's. Hope you enjoy them.
     
    kent1146, Jan 24, 2014
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    As a follow up, LOVING the MMX300's.... only complaint and it's somewhat annoying is that the cups can't be folded sideways for easier travel in my AW Backpack.
     
    GamerPC, Jan 28, 2014
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