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Introducing the Pulse Wireless Stereo Headset Elite Edition, Coming This Fall
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Dreamgazer
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Meh, now I regret my purchase of the official wirless headset...
(Although I got it for only 69.99)
(Although I got it for only 69.99)
Gentleman Jack
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Yyyyep.
I just can't trust Sony headphones. They've never been good value for money in my experience. And although playing Rez at the Sony Tower in 2001 with a pair of vibrating headphones was a mind blowing experience, I doubt it's a sensation I would want out of every game with sounds that trigger their BassImpact tech.
Yyyyep.
I just can't trust Sony headphones. They've never been good value for money in my experience. And although playing Rez at the Sony Tower in 2001 with a pair of vibrating headphones was a mind blowing experience, I doubt it's a sensation I would want out of every game with sounds that trigger their BassImpact tech.
KodeAndGame
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I assume I can use these on my laptop too? The wireless is bluetooth?
Refreshment.01
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A 150 dollars...
I need one of this and i couldn't bring myself up to spend 50 in a Logitech one. Why are these things so over priced?
I need one of this and i couldn't bring myself up to spend 50 in a Logitech one. Why are these things so over priced?
SolsticeZero
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Because there are people out there that will pay good money for mediocre headphones(see Beats by Dre)
Dreamgazer
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Sony gets unnecessary bad reps for their headphones.
Are there lots of crappy sony headphones out there? yeah.
However, you can't deny the existance of cans like the MDR-V6 (value), Eggo, MDR-R10 or the MDR-CD lines of phones.
It's more of a matter of researching into what you want ahead of time...
I pity anyone who actually purchase these things at actual MSRP. Gaming headsets usually have sharp drop in prices on release.
Live Free or Die
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Big news here is a new firmware is coming out. Wonder if there are going to be any new features besides the headphone fixes.
Refreshment.01
Member
I don't know what to tell you guys then. I have like 5 different headsets added to my wish list, some for years even, and they hover around the same price.
I don't want anything earth shattering, just a decent wireless headset to use
with Steam.
On the product page at: http://us.playstation.com/ps3/accessories/higher-end-stereo-headset.html
"* BassImpact technology, 7.1 virtual surround sound & on-screen headset updates are only available on the PS3 system and require system software version 4.20 or later."
"* BassImpact technology, 7.1 virtual surround sound & on-screen headset updates are only available on the PS3 system and require system software version 4.20 or later."
One thing that kept me away from the Sony headset is the lack of base, versus the high tremble. I hope they come through with this claim.
Gentleman Jack
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In my case I have first-hand knowledge of sony headsets disintegrating within six months of purchase. At their price points you would expect them to use more durable materials but here I am, $200 poorer and wiser at picking my brands.
This is a physical feature. The cups will "pulse"
vibrate?
kidfresh718
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+ Xer0Signal on June 1st, 2012 at 7:38 am said:
@10 If you actually read the post, he refers to that at the end and says the fix is still coming in the next firmware update.
Personally, I would have liked a quicker fix as its still a really bad distraction, but, Im glad their addressing it. I love(d) that headset.
+ Richard Ho on June 1st, 2012 at 2:07 pm said:
You are correct the next PS3 firmware update coming very soon will address sidetone issue. Stay tuned for more updates.
fimrware coming in june hope hopefully a big one
@10 If you actually read the post, he refers to that at the end and says the fix is still coming in the next firmware update.
Personally, I would have liked a quicker fix as its still a really bad distraction, but, Im glad their addressing it. I love(d) that headset.
+ Richard Ho on June 1st, 2012 at 2:07 pm said:
You are correct the next PS3 firmware update coming very soon will address sidetone issue. Stay tuned for more updates.
fimrware coming in june hope hopefully a big one
kidfresh718
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i wonder if it will work with xbox..
they must have decided that, "we need bitches!"..
IHaveCandy
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I got them. I like them so far. The pulse effect is nice. I am using them to play Tekken Tag Tournament 2, so I'm not bothering to check any sound positioning quality at the moment. The pulse feature goes off whenever somebody lands a big hit and it sounds pretty good. Very comfy and a lot sleeker than the first PS3 wireless headset. The microphone quality is good, and having it built in is much nicer. I am glad they put the USB port at the bottom now, so it makes charging a lot more convenient.
ReturnOfTheRAT
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Is this confirmed to work with Blu-ray playback?
The Last Wizard
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These look pretty good, might pick them up during the holidays. Hopefully they've fixed the audio problem with Netflix.
The Last Wizard
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+ EternalMovement on September 26th, 2012 at 10:58 am said:
Does the virtual surround only work with games?
+ Maya Butler on September 26th, 2012 at 11:20 am said:
No, with firmware update 4.20 surround sound for blu-ray movies became available on both of our wireless stereo headsets
I hope they are ok to wear with glasses.
Shao Kahn Brewing a Stew
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Recieved an ad today regarding these. Never knew these existed! (Maybe because thread title has no "Playstation" on it or pictures? 
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http://us.playstation.com/ps3/acces...linkname=pscomwa_pulsehomepage_b&psu=14883446
Compatible with Vita and other devices? I'm intrigued! Wired connection with Vita though so that sucks.
)http://us.playstation.com/ps3/acces...linkname=pscomwa_pulsehomepage_b&psu=14883446
Compatible with Vita and other devices? I'm intrigued! Wired connection with Vita though so that sucks.
In a word: AMAZING!!!! Buy Buy!
These things kick. The Pulse feature is a little overdone. But works as advertised. I had it at about 1/4 of it's setting while playing Borderlands 2 and my ears were ringing. The Pulse setting probably shouldn't be past 2/4 for most games. I love how loud this thing is. I normally have to max out the volume while playing PC games. But with the Pulse. I played at around 80/100, and it was still plenty loud. I haven't tried it with the PS3 yet (Starhawk will be the first game I try). But, so far it's been well worth it.
These things kick. The Pulse feature is a little overdone. But works as advertised. I had it at about 1/4 of it's setting while playing Borderlands 2 and my ears were ringing. The Pulse setting probably shouldn't be past 2/4 for most games. I love how loud this thing is. I normally have to max out the volume while playing PC games. But with the Pulse. I played at around 80/100, and it was still plenty loud. I haven't tried it with the PS3 yet (Starhawk will be the first game I try). But, so far it's been well worth it.
MagicWithEarvin
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These work on PC, right?
Mattlikewhoa
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I'm thinking about buying a pair and I'd love to hear more first hand accounts of this model. I was looking to purchase the original one, but the cost difference between the two is more or less $50...
Shining Sunshine
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Whoa, I missed these.
Another headset? Crazy
Another headset? Crazy
Shining Sunshine
Banned
Dude, whoa, whoa...
PS Vita compatibility.
Okay, I gotta check these out for real.
Edit: Uuuuh, I don't mind wired connection 3.5mm jack, but doesn't that mean the headset is being used as a headphone for the Vita? No mic?
PS Vita compatibility.
Okay, I gotta check these out for real.
Edit: Uuuuh, I don't mind wired connection 3.5mm jack, but doesn't that mean the headset is being used as a headphone for the Vita? No mic?
Shining Sunshine
Banned
Ah no mic with the vita, that kinda sucks.
Might still get them cuz they look sweet!
Might still get them cuz they look sweet!
The Faceless Master
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i don't see why the mic wouldn't work, the PS Vita has the ability to use headset/mic combo earphones
Shining Sunshine
Banned
ah really? I thought the 3.5mm jack is only for audio output.
Edit: Derp, I just remembered that the Vita has a mic. Why the hell would I need one for.
Psykotik
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DAT BASS.
tried it out with battlefield 3 on the shooter preset. grenades and tank shells sound so good. i had the pulse at around 1/4 of the way up. anytime there was any low frequency bass, the whole headset vibrated.
it's like a dual shock 3 for your ears/head. pretty immersive with BF3.
the rumble is of course adjustable but it was fine for me at 1/4. anything above 2/4 is too strong, especially on BF3.
i then watched the gameplay trailer for the last of us. i forgot to change the preset and it pretty much vibrated every time joel and ellie spoke. changed it to movie and it was gone. it would've been annoying if it started rumbling every time anybody spoke. there weren't many explosive moments in the trailer so the rumble didn't go off much. but i would assume if there were any scene with low bass frequency sounds, it would probably go off.
played a bit of SF3 third strike on the fighter setting. the headset only rumbled on powerful hits, like when i hit ryu's super hadouken. subtle effect.
played a bit of borderlands 2 on shooter settings again. there a lot of bass in the music so most of the vibrations came from that and menu selections.
the pulse feature pretty much only kicks in when there's any deep low frequency bass sounds. varies per game and dependent on the preset you choose. there's game/shooter/fighter/racing/movie presets.
the headset feels more expensive than the older one. the sides are glossy however, and are fingerprint and probably scratch prone. i just kept the plastic skin thing on them for protection.
i'm no audiophile but they definitely sound better than the old headset. dat bass is glorious.
tried it out with battlefield 3 on the shooter preset. grenades and tank shells sound so good. i had the pulse at around 1/4 of the way up. anytime there was any low frequency bass, the whole headset vibrated.
it's like a dual shock 3 for your ears/head. pretty immersive with BF3.
the rumble is of course adjustable but it was fine for me at 1/4. anything above 2/4 is too strong, especially on BF3.
i then watched the gameplay trailer for the last of us. i forgot to change the preset and it pretty much vibrated every time joel and ellie spoke. changed it to movie and it was gone. it would've been annoying if it started rumbling every time anybody spoke. there weren't many explosive moments in the trailer so the rumble didn't go off much. but i would assume if there were any scene with low bass frequency sounds, it would probably go off.
played a bit of SF3 third strike on the fighter setting. the headset only rumbled on powerful hits, like when i hit ryu's super hadouken. subtle effect.
played a bit of borderlands 2 on shooter settings again. there a lot of bass in the music so most of the vibrations came from that and menu selections.
the pulse feature pretty much only kicks in when there's any deep low frequency bass sounds. varies per game and dependent on the preset you choose. there's game/shooter/fighter/racing/movie presets.
the headset feels more expensive than the older one. the sides are glossy however, and are fingerprint and probably scratch prone. i just kept the plastic skin thing on them for protection.
i'm no audiophile but they definitely sound better than the old headset. dat bass is glorious.
Canis lupus
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Have the original 7.1 Sony headset, how much they sound better than them?
edit: above, that definetly looks more expensive than the plastic one.
edit: above, that definetly looks more expensive than the plastic one.
GraveRobberX
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Where's the mic?, I'm very interested in it
Might sell of my Turtle Beach DPX21's for $100 (*cough* if anyone is interested, mint condition)
Grab these with extra cash added in
Might sell of my Turtle Beach DPX21's for $100 (*cough* if anyone is interested, mint condition)
Grab these with extra cash added in
GraveRobberX
Platinum Trophy: Learned to Shit While Upright Again.
Parakeetman
No one wants a throne you've been sitting on!
Im tempted to get one but the price in Japan is a good amount higher than the US. At 18000~ JPY range. Which translates into around 230 USD.
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