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[Raylan]

Wireless Headset

Features:
7.1 Virtual Surround Sound: Experience rich, highly positional virtual surround sound powered by revolutionary 3D audio technology
3D Audio: In select PS4 games that fully support 3D audio, hear and feel an amazingly rich audio experience with surround sound emanating from all directions, including above and below you
Multi-device Compatibility: Connect wirelessly to your PS4 and personal computer. Connect to a PlayStation VR headset or mobile device with the included 3.5mm audio cable
50mm Drivers: Highly responsive drivers provide amazing clarity and range of sound to your virtual world, from soaring highs and mids to a rich bass.
Exclusive Audio Modes: Download the companion app from PlayStation® Store to tune your headset with audio modes created by developers to bring out every subtle nuance in their game.

Also in the box:
- Wireless Adaptor with 3D audio processing components
- Travel pouch
- 3.5mm Audio Cable
- Micro-USB charge cable

The Platinum Wireless Headset, which will be available at a MSRP of 18,000 yen, $159 USD, €179 and £129, is a high-end gaming headset that makes games on PS4 come alive with rich and immersive audio. The headset boasts premium construction and materials for extra comfort, as well as enhanced highly positional 7.1 virtual surround sound powered by SIE’s proprietary 3D audio technology. Select PS4 games supporting 3D audio for the headset will deliver surround sound from all directions, including above and below you, for more immersive experiences. The new premium headset also features multi-position, hidden noise-cancelling microphones for clearer chat and is also compatible with PS VR and mobile devices using an included 3.5mm audio cable.

Out now!

PlayStation Blog Link

Amazon Link (Available on Amazon: January 19, 2017)

 

[Liamario]

It's new, but is it official...

 

[CrimsonEclipse]

If this works on PC....I will buy, assuming its priced right.

 

[KingJ2002]

nothing platinum about it.

The design is very bland and still looks as if it will have build quality issues like the gold.

 

[Geeun]

Looks comfy.

 

[Black Hat]

Looks less comfy than the "Gold" headset.

Hopefully the build quality is better.

 

[HStallion]

I hope the build quality is better. I had the original version and while a decent set of official headphones they were pretty fragile and I'm incredibly careful with my sensitive tech and it still cracked.

 

[Elitist1945]

The head rest doesn't look very comfy. I guess it having 3D audio will make this a great PSVR compliment though.

 

[Morning Star]

Neat. Is there any word on price?

 

[Pics_nao]

My Golds haven't broken and I've had them for almost 2 years I think but I'd totes get these if they're better.

 

[Tal Shiar Agent]

3.5mm port on dongle? That alone makes the Pulse Elites better than anything else Sony made.

 

[Greatest Ever]

If it's still using a USB dongle I'm good with my Golds.

 

[firehawk12]

I bet 10 bucks that the band will break in 6 months.

 

[Lmo911]

Is it going to break in half on my giant head, like all the recent sony headsets?

 

[deim0s]

I see hinges, so no.

 

[RedAssedApe]

hmm...it still has those weak looking hinges like on the gold...

 

[The Dear Leader]

I bet 10 bucks that the band will break in 6 months.

5 and a half months longer than the Gold headset, count me in!

 

[jabuseika]

Does it still have the hinges that are made out of play dough.

 

[RedAssedApe]

i wish they'd just re-brand an existing sony headphone. these designs are always weird

 

[HStallion]

3.5mm port on dongle? That alone makes the Pulse Elites better than anything else Sony made.

The original version had this as well. Its actually a very simple but ingenious addition in my opinion and makes for a very versatile headset.

 

[Raylan]

It's new, but is it official...

Yes

 

[-griffy-]

It's new, but is it official...

It's on display here:

Also new camera:

 

[Paznos]

Two pairs of the Gold wireless headsets have had their hinges brake now my 2nd pair are duct taped :| I hope they fixed it for these.

 

[Hades Hotgun]

The PS4 headset app has had a picture of these platinum headsets for a long time now, if I recall correctly.

 

[L.O.R.D]

It's on display here:

Also new camera:

New PS4 camera? Because the first one sold like hot cake?

 

[SuperSonic1305]

New PS4 camera? Because the first one sold like hot cake?

It did actually.

 

[HStallion]

New PS4 camera? Because the first one sold like hot cake?

It did actually.

Edit: Beaten!

 

[MisterCTwo]

Headset looks pretty comfortable. I'll buy it if it works on my PC and includes decent mic monitoring so I can hear my voice during chat.

 

[Jacksinthe]

Jesus give me an option for soft fluffy cans. The leather or whatever now is a sweat beast.

 

[specdot]

Looks comfy.

Looks less comfy than the "Gold" headset.

Hopefully the build quality is better.

You guys never fail do you?
NeoGaf.gif and all that.

 

[Teknoman]

3D audio?

 

[labaronx]

Needs a new pair, i wish sonys Bluetooths like the xd1000 were ps4 compatible, dynamite headphones

 

[Gbraga]

I hope it's still compatible with the PS3!

Will get those once my Gold breaks :')

Shit sucks.

 

[Shpeshal Nick]

Doesn't my current Gold already do virtual surround?

 

[PAULINK]

another broken headset design incoming

 

[Memento]

Why new camera? For what?

 

[daveo42]

Looks less comfy than the "Gold" headset.

Hopefully the build quality is better.

Based on how it looks, probably not. More than likely will suffer from the same issues as all previous headsets.

 

[SpecX]

Looks nice along with that camera, but I'm still disappointed no new controller. Making the light bar shine through the touch pad isn't enough Sony.

 

[Fat4all]

Why new camera? For what?

cheaper parts/manufacturing going forward probs, the camera is needed for PSVR.

 

[Bornstellar]

Virtual surround is such an awful thing I'm surprised people still fall for it.

 

[Hazanko]

another broken headset design incoming

Yup lol. Think i'll pass.

 

[Mr. Nice_Guy]

Based on how it looks, probably not. More than likely will suffer from the same issues as all previous headsets.

Yeah, my first thought was build quality improvement when I saw the title, but it looks even flimsier. That's disappointing because I loved my gold headset, but even as careful as I am with my stuff, it cracked and broke within a year.

 

[CREMSteve]

It's on display here:

Also new camera:

Do we have specs on the new camera? Hope They've upped the resolution and low light performance.

 

[Ceadeus]

Nice uncluttered design. Will wait for CNET review.

 

[Ogawa-san]

More plastic hinges... But hey, at least it's a metal band this time, so now I only see two ways it'll self-destroy. Progress!

I could be suckered into buying a new Sony headset if they put bass impact back.

 

[SlimySnake]

This thing is going to snap right off right there.

My Gold Headset sure did.

 

[boredandlazy]

3D audio? Isn't that done in software? Like the breakout box for PSVR does it already?

 

[KodaRuss]

This thing is going to snap right off right there.



My Gold Headset sure did.

That is where my Gold's just broke as well. They lasted two years of pretty heavy usage. Not as bad as others have said. Might keep my eye on these, wonder what the price will be.

 

[jwk94]

Platinum Headset launches in Japan on November 10th for 180,000 yen.

This thing is going to snap right off right there.



My Gold Headset sure did.

Grab them just above that point and they should be fine.

 

[Kyrios]

That's actually really nice looking. I'm still very happy with my Golds though.