Reddit reviews Sennheiser PC 350 Collapsible Gaming Headset with Vol Control & Microphone Mute

I wouldn't recommend any traditional gaming headsets, you would do better to get a good pair of headphones and a separate mic. Gaming headsets have good mics, but the speakers are almost always lacking compared to similarly priced headphones.

I've used many headsets from Logitech, Steelseries, Razer, Turtle Beach, and a few other companies, and anything from Sennheiser, Audio Technica, Beyerdynamic, Denon, AKG, or the multitude of quality audiophile manufacturers, will give you far better audio.


Sennheiser makes the only really good headsets in my opinion, the PC350 and PC360, but they are expensive at around $200, and don't sound as good as the HD598's for about the same price.

Steelseries makes okay headsets, but are over priced for the audio quality. The 5Hv2 and 7H are incredibly comfortable, and the Siberia v2 are quite comfy as well (not if you have a large head though, I have 7 7/8 hat size and was fatigued in an hour). Also their build quality is very good. They produce very accurate locational noise, but be warned as Steelseries headsets have no bass at all at the cost of having very clear footstep identification.

I wouldn't even consider Razer products as their build quality is sub-optimal.

Check out: reddit.com/r/audiophile and reddit.com/r/headphones for all the info you want on good headphones.

Also www.head-fi.org/a/headphone-buying-guide is a good place to start.

For gaming I use Audio Technica ATH-AD700 and Zalman Zm-Mic1. The AD700's don't have a large bass presence, so bass thumps don't interfere with footsteps and important locational noise (which they produce very accurately). These are by far the most comfortable headphones I have ever had on. The ModMic is also a very good mic option for any headphone.


Do a little research on the audio sub-reddits and you will find the perfect solution for your needs.

refurbished Sennheiser PC 350

the sennheiser pc350's are awesome. they have the same drivers as the more expensive hd595's (reference: http://www.head-fi.org/forum/thread/356849/sennheiser-pc350-or-astro-a40#post_4653191). they are awesome. pick them up here: http://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-PC-350-Collapsible-Microphone/dp/B0012XFDWO/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1301857381&sr=8-1

FALSE!
got a pair sennheiser pc 350 http://www.amazon.de/Sennheiser-PC-350-Premium-ohrumschlie%C3%9Fend/dp/B0012XFDWO

and a pair of sennheiser pc 380 hd http://www.amazon.de/Sennheiser-HD-380-Pro-Kopfh%C3%B6rer/dp/B001UE6I0G

the hd380 pro are so much better, its not comparable

I've used these: Sennheiser PC350 for a number of years now and it's easily one of the best purchases I've made. I can wear these things all day and not even notice. They actually fit completely around my big monkey ears too, and are very comfortable. One review I read mentioned about them feeling like the loins of Jennifer Lopez, and while I don't know if its true, they are really comfortable.
As far as the ones you've listed, I've heard good things about those two Logitech headsets, and like most other people have said, I try to stay away from Razer.

Edit: Going to add that I've had these Sennheiser PC350's since October of 2008, and while working from home and extensive gaming (multiple hours a day easy - forever alone) they haven't failed on me yet. Comfortable as hell, and the wire connecting to the PC is actually a lot thicker than other wires. I've ran over it plenty of times on accident and haven't put a dent in it.

If you are really willing to make an investment, I will recommend the Sennheiser PC 350 http://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-PC-350-Collapsible-Microphone/dp/B0012XFDWO

Amazon has them listed at $149 down from $229.95

I've had mine for about 6 months now and they are a dream. They extremely comfortable. I forget I am wearing them. They also have excellent noise cancellation [CAUTION: I have missed phone calls while wearing these]. The audio and voice quality are also excellent.

Good luck on your search!

Where do you live? Amazon has PC 350 for $150

http://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-PC-350-Collapsible-Microphone/dp/B0012XFDWO/ref=wl_it_dp_o_pdT1_nS_nC?ie=UTF8&colid=14LJNXMC80SGL&coliid=I1TPQ8RE9JJLJ0

I have this one and love it.

However it's not USB. I've heard great things about the U320 as well.

If you want great sound quality paired with a great microphone, Sennheiser is awesome. I sound like a shill but I just really love their products and I've had that headset for almost 5 years with no issues. They're definitely on the pricey side but a good gaming headset is worth the investment in my opinion.

For anyone saying you won't hear a difference between the $20 pair and a $150 pair, I beg to differ!

20$: http://www.amazon.com/Ear-Force-Stereo-Headset-Xbox-360/dp/B002PXRXNW/ref=sr_1_10?ie=UTF8&qid=1325116111&sr=8-10

$150: http://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-PC-350-Collapsible-Microphone/dp/B0012XFDWO/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1325116085&sr=8-3

I adore my Sennheiser PC 350 headphones. They are 3 times what you wanted to spend, but built like a tank and VERY comfortable.

I have two different full head phones

I have the Sennheiser HD 555 and I really do enjoy them a lot with listening to music and pen pointing certain sounds but when I am gaming I use my Sennheiser PC 350.

If you are looking for a brilliant headset then I would certainly suggest the HD 555!

The ATH M50s are awesome, I found them fine for CS personally but what you could do is buy a set of Sennheiser PC 350 gaming headset, great for gaming and music.

http://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-Collapsible-Headset-Control-Microphone/dp/B0012XFDWO/ref=sr_1_6?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1405269304&sr=1-6&keywords=sennheiser+360

I'm looking at these PC350. Would you recommend them? Someone in a review wrote that they have the same cones as the 595 model. I want something with a mic attached is the thing, and you seem to know your stuff.

This is a strange, but related question:

I need better headphones for gaming. I settled on getting these after basically taking a straight recommendation from a friend

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0012XFDWO

The problem is that the reviews suggest that I need a sound card with amplifier in order for them to work? I'm not sure I understand. I am of reasonable technical skill, but I'm not sure I'm understanding what I need exactly. Particularly this review and the comments on it are somewhat troubling. They've essentially left me thinking that I need to get a new sound card (currently using onboard sound on an ASUS P6X58D Premium) but I'm not sure exactly what specification the new card would require. I'm just leaving this here as a means of passively collecting research if anyone else understands this topic better. I'll be a few tabs to the right in my browser doing more research on my own, so don't hassle me with the "LOOK IT UP, RETARD" if you don't mind. I'm trying.

Anyway, I appreciate it.

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Heard a lot of good reviews about these
http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0012XFDWO/ref=s9_psimh_gw_p147_d0_i7?pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_s=center-2&pf_rd_r=1468QQVY8P9DPE34N5PM&pf_rd_t=101&pf_rd_p=1389517282&pf_rd_i=507846

You can get the virtual surround sound from headsets, headphones, or even ear buds. Its more of a software solution.

If you are looking at just headphones, check out these options
Audio Technica AD700 http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B000CMS0XU?cache=bcba77e1c5cdba6100b12e3619c0b44b&pi=AC_SX110_SY165_QL70&qid=1404325365&sr=8-4#ref=mp_s_a_1_4

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Sennheiser HD598 http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B004FEEY9A?cache=bcba77e1c5cdba6100b12e3619c0b44b&pi=AC_SX110_SY165_QL70&qid=1404325441&sr=8-10#ref=mp_s_a_1_10

Headset
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Sennheiser PC350 http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0012XFDWO?cache=bcba77e1c5cdba6100b12e3619c0b44b&pi=SX200_QL40&qid=1404325591&sr=8-2#ref=mp_s_a_1_2

All of these are at or below 150$ I'm fairly sure and are more than you could ever want from audio quality unless you were an Audiophile that only listened to FLAC with an amp to drive you headphones.

The best bang for your buck is probably going to be the Sennheiser HD598. That is my recommendation. Sennheiser makes one hell of a product.

(Repost because violated Rule 1 yesterday! Sorry!)

So right now I have my Sennheiser PC 350 connected to my PC, just using onboard sound. I also have my PC connected to my Denon AVR-X2000 through my videocard (GeForce GTX 560Ti), via HDMI.

My question is, should I connect the headphones to my receiver, or would getting a amp help with sound? I mostly game when I have my headphones in.

Can someone point me to some good amps? I've never really fully understood what to look for when getting an amplifier.

Thanks!

I'd go with some of the Sennheiser stuff. This looks like a good one: http://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-PC-350-Collapsible-Microphone/dp/B0012XFDWO/

I will have to recommend these as well. This thing has a great microphone which hardly ever picks up background noise. You'll be doing everyone a favor by allowing everyone to hear your delicious voice.

The only problem I've had with this model is that it sits on top of your ear. Marathon gaming sessions gave me red ears which burned. We're talking 5+ hrs.

Those lasted me 2.5 years. The cushion that goes over your air I'm using these now. Over the ear, very light, it even manages to block out noise.

Update this post and let us know what you decided to go with. :)

Sennheiser PC350's, bit expensive but worth the quality.

Astro Mixamp + Sennheiser PC 350

Dolby Headphone is amazing!

I really enjoy these but they are a little pricier: http://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-Collapsible-Headset-Control-Microphone/dp/B0012XFDWO

Best headset you can buy for $145

http://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-PC-350-Collapsible-Microphone/dp/B0012XFDWO

The PC350 is $148.44 on Amazon here. Similar headset but a closed-back design.

I recommend these :
http://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-PC-350-Collapsible-Microphone/dp/B0012XFDWO/ref=pd_cp_e_0

It's good for games, music, movies. The sound quality is awesome. The mic is good and the headphones are comfortable even after long time usage.

I see that many recommended Razer Tiamat 7.1. Good headphones but a lot more expensive. They cost more than 200$ if I converted currencies properly :)

So far I had only Sony and I've tried some Razer but these are the best in my opinion.

Sorry, I didn't know I had to post my question to this thread.

Are refurbished headphones better than like new?

My boyfriend and I are doing late Christmas to take advantage of all the Christmas money we've both got and I want to get him a nice pair of headphones, but I don't want to spend more than $100. He likes over the ear headphones, and that about his only preference.

After doing a bit of research I settled on these Sennheiser pc 350 headphones. I won't be able to buy a new pair, so I'm going to choose one of the used or refurbished ones.

Does anyone have any experience with this? Are refurbished better than like new?

Also feel free to critique my choice of headphones or suggest other alternatives. I have absolutely no headphone knowledge other than the fact that the bose pair I've had for two years are pretty awesome.

So yeah, any advice would be great! Thanks!

They're not bad, but they are purposefully tuned to boost treble to help you hear footsteps, and boost bass to help you feel immersed. and you're paying a lot more for the built in mic. :P

http://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-Collapsible-Headset-Control-Microphone/dp/B0012XFDWO

These would be a nice upgrade from the turtle beaches :)

The quality of those Turtle Beaches isn't all that great. My personal recommendation is a pair of Audio Technica ATH-AD700 headphones and a decent mic. The sound quality will be much much better. If you just want cheap, these headphones and a decent mic would be the way to go, though I'm not sure how great they are for gaming. They're amazing for the price though.

If you really want a good gaming headset, pony up a bit more and grab the Sennheiser PC360 or settle for the PC350. The only other one that gets recommended frequently is the Astro A40, but it's because of the Mixamp that comes with it. The headphones are meh, but the amp is solid. Of course, you could get a good DAC/amp like the Fiio E7 or some of the other Fiio DACs and amps.