RedAssedApe
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the delayed launch is weird. completely missing the holidays. ended up getting the new astros but hope these come out before the return period runs out on them so i can a and b them.
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New PlayStation Platinum Wireless Headset
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The fact that it's headphones and not really software dependant makes me worried it might be a manufacturing issue. I'm glad they used some metal for the headband but I'm hoping the metal/plastic combo isn't prone to failure. Then again they might have just delayed because they launched too much hardware in the past 60 days
Brock2621
Member
Yeah I don't get losing a synced launch with VR considering spatial audio is such a big selling point to convincing immersion. On top of that, it's 96 hours after Christmas!? Who launches products the week after Christmas besides fitness industry?
I was really hoping for SOME type of impressions from someone comparing them to stock PSVR earbuds or gold sets.
Alas... I'll keep my preorder and hope for the best.
katsubento
Member
Ummmm...they were using them on the couches for the PS4 Pro Demos. Every station for the Pro had one you could use and handle except for the one where the guy was showing off Horizon's 4k and HDR features.
Not bad at all and seems to improve on the Golds based on my quick handling of it. Hard to say on audio quality since the place was loud as it is, but seemed pretty good.
Brock2621
Member
Oh sweet! Well that's generally positive, thankya sir!
I've had three Golds break on me within months and I can assure you I took care of them. The third one they refused to replace within warranty because surely it was on me at that point. Well, I have a big head but I don't think that's a valid cause. Those damn hinges man. Still salty about that.
But it was so comfortable. I really shouldn't be at this point but if these appear to be more durable I think I'll consider getting a pair... It'd be tempting.
But it was so comfortable. I really shouldn't be at this point but if these appear to be more durable I think I'll consider getting a pair... It'd be tempting.
Hmm all the demo stations I saw had corded Golds, I didn't go to the couches except for the Horizon 4K demo. Must have missed it, cheers
7DollarHagane
Banned
My only complaint with the regular gold headset is that the audio drops irregularly. I think it's because I keep the router and other consoles nearby.
Really don't understand how people break these. I've had them for 2 years, my kid has grabbed them to play with, no issues.
Really don't understand how people break these. I've had them for 2 years, my kid has grabbed them to play with, no issues.
NoHeDidn't
Member
I havent had issues with the hinges since I try keeping the headphones open and not folded.However the issue I had was the band that goes over your head cracked down the middle and being able to see the inner cushion on the ear pads.Hands down though best headphones Ive owned.Hell I keep using mine even with tape holding them together cause they're comfy as hell and sound fantastic.
On a side not I have a pair of Pulses that I havent used in forever might just sell them.
katsubento
Member
Yeah, the Pro Demos with the couches had the Platinums, not the Golds.
They felt sturdier than the Golds with the metal band. The hinges seem much better, but time will tell.
OrbitalBeard
Member
I absolutely adore my Gold headset, so I'll probably spring for these at some point.
SmoothRunningGun
Member
RedAssedApe
Banned
probably hard to tell if it was noisy but any impressions on the vss? same as the golds where if you flipped it on it killed the bass?
Pancakes R Us
Member
Looks good but I'd be concerned about build quality. I've ready numerous instances of the older ones snapping on people.
keltickennedy
Member
I love the sound of the Sony headsets, but the build quality sucks. All the ones I have ever owned have snapped after a year of use.
AlexFlame116
Member
Kinda for me. The sound is great in my opinion but it's kinda hard to put on with the VR.
Virtual surround sound is unnecessary. More devs just need to use 3d binaural sounds. It's much more effective.
Never understood why sound takes such a backstage to graphics and even music. It's the one thing that can mimic real life almost perfectly and does so much for immersion when done well.
I remember when the BF3 preview came out and everyone was talking about the graphics. I was more impressed with how the sound made it feel like you were on the battlefield more than anything.
Never understood why sound takes such a backstage to graphics and even music. It's the one thing that can mimic real life almost perfectly and does so much for immersion when done well.
I remember when the BF3 preview came out and everyone was talking about the graphics. I was more impressed with how the sound made it feel like you were on the battlefield more than anything.
There is a very easy fix. I had that happen on mine as well. The band actually has a "snappy" plastic that goes all the way across the head band on its underside. Once you manage to un-snap it across - you can tuck the blue plastic material back underneath and re-snap the bottom into place catching the plastic underneath.
Mass Effect
Member
It looks like it will have similar shitty hinges that the Golds have that will snap within a few months.
FunkyPajamas
Member
I hate these types of headsets, what was wrong with the official PS3 BT headset type? I prefer that as I don't like wearing large headsets while I play. I wish Sony would make those compatible or at least make a new one with a similar design.
RedAssedApe
Banned
what headset are you talking about? i never really played online on ps3 but from what i can recall, the official headset was just for chat and not game audio
KyanMehwulfe
Member
I'll probably get some.... despite my golds cracking to shit (without ever having dropped them) in barely 1 year :/ mostly because despite the cracks, they still actually held together and didn't really lose any structure integrity or tightness, and the sound quality still seemed pretty good for the price. I probably wouldn't buy them again as my primary headphones but I already kinda shell out for my office/work/PC headphones so I figure the Golds (or these Plats) are a good second pair to keep upstairs at home by the TV).
Will make sure to post an update in the spring or summer or something haha if they're still holding up.
KyanMehwulfe
Member
I taped mine up haha I sure as heck wasn't going to get only 1 year out of them 
Ugly af now but still work and sound great
Ugly af now but still work and sound great katsubento
Member
Was hard to tell, but there seemed to be a punchier bass more similar to the Pulse Elites than the Golds.
J_ToSaveTheDay
Member
my golds broke too last week, just purchased the official stereo in ear ps4 headset.
itll prob be alot shitter but atleast it cant break that easily
I didn't even know this was a thing that existed. I see the URL is EU based, maybe it's just not in NA. For earbuds, I think those look aesthetically nice, and having that inline power and volume control seems awesome. Don't see anything that looks like a mic mute, though, which is a shame.
Hope they turn out well for your sake... And kind of hope I get an opportunity to try a pair over here in the States. Could just import, I suppose...
it has mic mute and noise cancelling
i dont think it ever came out in the USA tho, normally they were 90 euros but they go for 50 now so i bit the bullet.
Fuck Sony headsets, my 2nd pair of Golds snapped cause I took them off to answer a phone call. I wasnt violent I took then off and it just dangled there... The fucking "hinge" is a piece of shit and snaps fot no reason...I was able to fix it with duct tape but NOT AN EXCUSE for a shit product... Will the plat be better ...fuck them if it is..... I'll buy a better headset or settle for nothing at all... fuck you you sony....
My anger is only directed at a Sony...I mean cmon...those hinges should not break...
My anger is only directed at a Sony...I mean cmon...those hinges should not break...
Reluctant-Hero
Member
my golds broke too last week, just purchased the official stereo in ear ps4 headset.
itll prob be alot shitter but atleast it cant break that easily
Whoa, had no idea this headset existed. How has it been for you so far? I may have to import a pair.
Memnoch
Member
yes I'm on my third set because they are built so poorly. Absolute garbage construction.
FunkyPajamas
Member
Sure, that's what I mean. I want something like that, as I have a surround system and all I need is a comfy/wireless mic/in-ear piece to chat with my friends as I play co-op or whatnot.
For reference:
Is there anything like that for PS4? It doesn't have to be bluetooth but must be wireless. My cat sits on my lap while I play and gets tangled up with the wire coming out of the controller (the included chat headset).
backbreaker65
Banned
Pulse Elites and Golds day 1 purchase and no damage whatsoever. What the fuck are you guys doing to your headsets? I used them all the time since I purchased them and I keep hearing about how terribly constructed or bad hinges ect... I look at mine in very good condition and say are they talking abut these headphones?
JustinBbad
Member
I have treated my headsets with care. My elites snapped at the hinge. Golds are still going strong through.
EatinOlives
Member
Bad construction, it's really not about what people "do to them", because most people don't treat their hardware poorly. It's been really well documented why these headphones snap, and that's a combination of cheap plastic being used along with said plastic in hinges intended to take pressure when you put them on.
I treated them well... I literally took them off my head to answer a call and they fucking broke. Nothing violent.... no anger ..took them off.. and the hidge broke. My daughter gave these to me for my birthday, so I'm pissed.... especially after reading what I see online about them. When they "worked" they were great but 70 bucks for shitty craftsmanship..cmon..... If I didnt see other posts, Id be okay with a 'defect' but seems to be a frontrunning issue with these headsets...sad.....
katsubento
Member
My Pulse Elites ate still okay, just so damn tight I have to have them stretched out all the time. My Golds still are okay, but have developed stress fractures in the band itself after fitting them over the PSVR a few times.
I'm hoping the Platinum will do me well. Seemed pretty good at PSX Pro stations.
I'm hoping the Platinum will do me well. Seemed pretty good at PSX Pro stations.
Mine are fine as well, but I despise this sentiment. When the issue is as wide spread as it is, it's simply not user error.
Why do they build these things with that hinge?! My gold set recently snapped in two on the left side with only a single tiny wire holding it on there. I stitch it up with tape and somehow only a few days later the right hinge snaps off as well??
They are basically fine now that i sealed them up with duct tape really tight, but that's not a viable solution that should just be accepted as a failsafe
DONT MAKE A DESIGN WITH THE STUPID HINGE SONY, or better yet, fix your Gdamn build quality on these shits
They are basically fine now that i sealed them up with duct tape really tight, but that's not a viable solution that should just be accepted as a failsafe
DONT MAKE A DESIGN WITH THE STUPID HINGE SONY, or better yet, fix your Gdamn build quality on these shits
FunkyPajamas
Member
So, are these wireless for use with the PS4 (with a usb dongle I guess?) or do they need to be connected to the controller?
RedAssedApe
Banned
the folding gimmick
The Pulse Elites were way more sensitive and prone to damage in my case. I did sit on mine so that's on me though but even before that I noticed they were a very stiff and slightly unwieldy headset. I've got a big head so that doesn't help either as they were always a tight fit. I have a set of the Gold's now and they've lasted me over a year now but I'm pretty gentle with them all things considered.