Wireless Gaming Headset Opinions/Advice Please

Hi all,

I'm looking to buy a new wireless headset and was wondering what people are currently using and their experiences/recommendations.

The only issue is im not looking as 'splashing the cash' on something like the Astro's, Sennheisers or MadCatz FREQ 9. Price wise it would be better around the Logitech G930's and the only reason im hesitant on buying these is that theres alot of negative forum posts so curious to see what people are using

Anyway, opinions and recommendations please

 

My advice will depend on what you're looking for out of your audio hardware. The general rule I always give is this:

Buy your audio gear from companies that make audio gear (Sennheiser, Audio Technica, Beyerdynamic, etc). Don't buy your audio gear from companies that specialize in putting colored LEDs on keyboards and mice (Logitech, Steelseries, Razer, etc).​

If you're looking for best bang-for-your-buck, my advice is to avoid gaming headsets, and avoid wireless. The best audio quality you're going to get will be from wired entry-level audiophile headphones. Current great suggestions in this area are the Sennheiser HD518 ($72), Sennheiser HD558 ($115), or Audio Technica ATH-M50x ($140). For mic capabilities, buy a Zalman ZM-1 add-on mic ($8) or an Antlion ModMic ($35). For surround sound capabilities, you'll want to download the Razer Surround software package and run that with your new headphones. Buying entry-level audiophile headphones will give you FAR better sound quality, flexibility to use these headphones for other purposes (music, movies, etc) and other devices (MP3 player).

If you're just looking for a quick-and-dirty answer, look into the Corsair 2100 wireless headset (about $80) or Logitech G930 (about $85). They are wireless, and give you decent sound quality for the price you pay.

 

I know my audio pretty well as I have standard Sennheiser, Pioneer and Monster headphones, both in and over ear, all pretty high tech and top quality audio.

This issue is I want wireless as I am fed up with all the wires etc... connected to me and my machine.

As such I'm fully aware that proper headphones will give me far superior sound for my money, but thats not what im after. I want a decent "All-in-one" wireless headset to cut down on clutter and desk space etc... Lets face it, its for home use, im not going to be doing a set at a club, thats what Pioneer's and Sennheisers are for .

As for the Corsair 2100, I've looked at it and seems on par with the Logitech G930. As with the original post, I was leaning toward the G930 until I saw some horror reviews about it. As such I'm a bit torn between these, but am more than open to other suggestions. I'm in the UK too so looking around the $100 or so mark as you guys get products ALOT cheaper (about a third) than here, as the G930 is £99.99 (roughly) in the UK, and the 2100 is around the same (ish) too.

 

Yeah, you're going to get a lot of varying reviews at the <$100 price range for just about any wireless headset that you can find (just like any product review on the internet).

In general, for the ~$100 USD price range, the Logitech G930 and Corsair 2100 are both great picks. It's really a toss-up between which one to get. Personally, I like the Corsair headphones, because I generally love Corsair products. So you really can't go wrong with either one. My best advice is to buy them from a place with a very generous return policy (e.g. Amazon.co.uk). That way, if something does go wrong, or if you just straight up hate the product, you can return it pretty easily.

The next major jump in audio quality for wireless gaming headsets occurs at the $250 - $300 USD range. Here, you're looking at products like the Astro A50, Steelseries H-series, Razer Chimera. These headsets are generally targeted at Xbox and Playstation owners, since console gamers are playing on a couch where wire length would make wired headsets impractical. You'll get a bump in audio quality for your money, but will not be anywhere close to the bang-for-your-buck "sweet spot" that the Logitech G930 and Corsair 2100 have.

 

Thanks for the reply again, and it makes sense. Would love to be able to afford the Astros or Steelseries' but im on a budget as ive started saving for my new Alienware.
Looking at tech specs on both sites, the Corsair seems to just pip the Logitech and reviews are very similar as you suggest.

I just want decent build quality in all honesty, and something that will last a little while. Both seem to struggle from the same sort of negative reviews.

Wondering who has lived with one, or preferably both, as their opinions would be handy too.

 

I've used both. They're both about equivalent, with a slight nod to Corsair 2100 for what feels like better build quality. The Logitech G930 just feels too light and plasticky to be taken seriously.

But on general, they will give you bass-heavy sound with muddled clarity, compared to the headphones you are used to using. This post I found sums it up perfectly.
http://mp1st.com/2013/12/17/shouldnt-buy-gaming-headset/#.VYLsx8vD_qA

 

Thanks Kent, not bothered about bass-heavy sound as I can fix that through an EQ program.

My last question then is what was the microphone like on each?

(Also like the article and well written but have to disagree about the headphones the author suggests as those technicas are awful for the money, so much better on the market, but that's just my opinion.)

Will likely buy a professional more professional set up in the future if I decide to start streaming and therefore buy a new desktop, but for now the all-in-one solution is what im after as I want to save for my new Alienware 17

 

I have also managed to find some Astro A50's for under £170 (brand new from a retailer). While a bit more expensive, the extra quality will likely be worth it as iv'e not really seen a bad word written about them anywhere, with the exception that the transmitter is a little larger than others.