This thing is going to snap right off right there.
My Gold Headset sure did.
now i dont know what to believe. The engadget review killed me wanting them
Some Amazon sellers are selling this for less than $140 shipped, so I bit. Gonna have to wait about a week for it, but that's not a big deal.
Was pleased with the wireless Gold for gaming. Never had an issue with them.
Does anyone know how this stacks up with Steelseries 800? - that one is 260 Euro; https://steelseries.com/gaming-headsets/siberia-840
or
the V-Modas?
The thing about wireless headsets is that it can still be frustratingly difficult to find something good.
1) good battery life and good charging capabillities
2) good sound quality
3) good mic quality
4) design that can take a serious beating. headsets are meant to be abused. It's no good if the hinges crack like nothing.
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Received mine yesterday. They sound okay and the build quality is a little better than the golds. Let's hope these last, if not, these are my last sony headphones. I went through three pairs of golds due to cracking and that is unacceptable.
Damn disappointing.. I'm out.
7:35 mark
https://gaming.youtube.com/watch?t=455&v=LFxOCTvJAIg
Sound seal is a deal breaker for me. I don't like to hear the rest of the world while gaming. The headset also has other problems involving volume.
I'm may opt to get a Mix amp, or just get the A50's outright.
does this mean they are more open so possibly have a better soundstage? also can you even get a better quality mic in that type of form factor that's not a boom?
It's closed back; so average soundstage
I mean, you could always buy a mod mic, but kinda defeats the purpose of buying a gaming headset.. A Sennheiser HD 598+mod mic would be in the same range of this (minus 3d audio and 7.1)
I already have two great Sony headphones (1000x and 950BT) just need an amp.. The Astro mix amp cost as much as the Plat's. So I might buy/try them.
Since the PS3 isn't mentioned I'm assuming it doesn't work wirelessly with the PS3? Guess I'll stick with the gold's.
The One thing I will miss from the Elites is the volume sliders.
Is it just me, or does it sometimes sound better with the vss/3D audio off?
it almost sounds like an echo, or people are talking in a cave. With it off, voices seem more clear.
Is it just me, or does it sometimes sound better with the vss/3D audio off?
it almost sounds like an echo, or people are talking in a cave. With it off, voices seem more clear.
A found a random youtuber video review here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WDBYoNZpadg
Also a Gold vs Platinum Video comparing the two's quality: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cTNzijR3j8w
Seems like they are much better with durability but, he says the ear cups don't slide up or down anymore. This is how i got it to fit my head right. I hope they aren't to tight :/
That's actually a complaint with a lot of virtual surround implementations and why some people prefer stereo.
These are just regular stereo headphones right? All the surround work is done in software? I don't understand why Sony don't sell us the surround work and allow us to use our own regular headphones with their tech. It would allow us to use open backed headphones with a wider soundstage and achieve better results.
You can buy a Mixamp Like this Astro Mixamp Pro TR for PS4 that will produce Dolby Surround Sound.
I don't think the 3D Audio is something that is out there though. But with the above Mixamp you can use it on any pair of headphones.
I'd say the same. I can't tell any difference. Just better build quality.How is the sound compared to the Golds?
YesThe golds use 40mm drivers right? Do the Elites use 50mm?
I'd say the same. I can't tell any difference. Just better build quality.
I've been reading/watching reviews and I'm on the fence about these. Although getting them for $117 on Jet.com after the coupon (new users only) seems a lot better than $160.
I'm a little annoyed at Sony with the design of these things. I wish the dualshock 4 had more power to drive different types of wired headsets like the SteelSeries Artic 05, HyperX Cloud II's, etc. I know you can buy an amp and all but it defeats the purpose for me (wiring, $$, setup).
I'm eyeing something different tho - the Lucid Sound LS30 wireless headset. It uses an optical cable that attaches to a USB dongle. I have an OG so I can put the optical cable under the console to hide it and wrap it through the back. I also like the fact the volume and game/chat volume are ear cup dials and not little buttons. They are a little pricey tho at $150. Anyone here have them and have thoughts?
I'd say the same. I can't tell any difference. Just better build quality.
For literally double the price of the golds I would hope they sound a bit better.