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Photo: JBL
Best for 3D audio
JBL Quantum OneI complain about the “gamer” aesthetic quite often, but in the case of the JBL Quantum One, the eye-catching design and lighting make it worth it. This headset is very expensive, but it’s aimed at people who have full-fledged gaming desktop setups and want the best, most immersive sound while gaming (or listening to music while working, like me). First and foremost, the sound is just amazing. The wide, expansive soundstage and deep, booming bass make it perfect for consuming all types of media.
For this price you get a few more features in addition to great audio. These headphones offer spatial audio. So when you set them up with the JBL software, they track your head’s position. When you turn away from your computer, the volume drops significantly. The spatial audio makes for a grueling, sometimes over-exciting gaming experience. They also feature active noise cancellation and a super clear boom mic. The only thing I don’t like? The exterior design. If they were a little more understated, these would be my go-anywhere, everyday wear headphones.
Wired only. Works with PS4, PS5, Xbox One, Xbox Series S/X, Switch and PC. Spatial audio on PC only.
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Photo: SteelSeries
Best for voice chat on Switch
SteelSeries Arctis 3 (with Bluetooth)If you only play Fourteen days, you can plug a regular wired headset into your Switch and use the microphone. Unfortunately, that’s not the standard for most online Switch games. Super Smash Bros. Ultimate, turn 2, and other Nintendo titles rely on Nintendo’s Switch Online app on Android and iOS for microphone input. If you want to hear your friends and Your game, the Arctis 3 with Bluetooth is your best option. This allows you to listen to both audio sources at the same time.
However, you don’t have to own a Switch to appreciate it. This is a fantastic headset that allows you to inject Bluetooth audio to add your own soundtrack to games.
Wired and wireless. Works with every major system. Best for switches.
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Photo: beyerdynamic
Best for streamers and audio professionals
Beyerdynamic DT700 Pro XThe DT 700 Pro X (8/10, WIRED Recommends) isn’t your typical choice for a wired headset unless you work in a professional environment. These studio headphones use a mini XLR to audio jack cable and have no internal processing to deliver the precise sound transfer that professional sound designers demand. However, we’ve found that this often means movies and games sound clearer, as you’re hearing the highly engineered sound they were designed for. These headsets lack many features that you might expect from others at this price point, such as B. a microphone for games. But when clear, accurate sound quality is your priority, it’s hard to top it. –Eric Ravencraft
PC only and you need an external microphone.
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