I have a Logi G935. G Hub has finally stopped pooping the bed and is decent software now. But after a bit over 3 years the G935 has worn out - it’s full of loose connections to the right-side earcup and the mic. Very disappointing. Also the earpads are flaking, but that’s normal wear.
So, looking for recommendations. I like Logi hardware, but obviously I’m not going to buy another one of these if they’re still lemons.
Sorry if this is the wrong community for this.
I moved away from “Gaming headsets” years ago and I don’t think I’ll ever go back. Bad audio quality, connection issues, and poor longevity are rampant problems.
I’m an advocate for a desktop mic and a nice set of headphones. I use a blue yeti snoball and a pair of Sony Wh1000-xm3’s. I am considering upgrading to some open back Sennheisers though.
The main disadvantage is that you can’t walk to the kitchen/bathroom and keep talking in discord but it’s well worth it for audio quality and longevity.
Gaming headsets are overpriced, and poor quality. I personally recommend Beyerdynamics dt pro series, especially 990. They are so good and priced right.
+1 for Beyedynamic. I have a pair of DT 770 Pros that have lasted so long. I use them so much the ear cups went flat, so I just replaced them for like £15 and they’re literally as good as new.
OP, if you take one thing away from this thread, make it this: Good audio equipment stays good.
I think Logitech has been producing flimsy hardware for at least the past decade now, the only exception being their mice. In my experience, everything from keyboard to headset have been throwaway “subscription model” crap, you have to re-buy every year.
After having tried out a dozen different headsets, I’ve been most satisfied with SteelSeries (who also have throwaway crap hardware in other departments). My Arctis 7 pro has been soldiering on for years now. I’ve had to re-buy recently after 5 or so years, due to a faulty micro-usb charging port, but no one gets that point of wear and tear right anyway.
I dont have wifi SS but I do have another pair with micro usb port. I got magnetic micro usb cable since i forget im on charger when leaving table. You can plug in tiny peace and then just place cable close enough. Bit off topic but might be useful
Very useful indeed. Didn’t know this was a thing.
Yeah cheap e-bay cables are working for years. Probably slow charging, but shouldnt be a problem for headset. Got that for few devices after I destroyed one port
Thanks!
I agree with the SteelSeries, great headset! Though if you don’t mind going wired you could pick any studio grade headset and pair with a separate mic (or if you want it attached modmics are good).
That way you don’t have to compromise on the quality of the headset while still being able to use voice online.
I’m currently set up all wired, and use my bluetooth earbuds for if i want to go away from my desk (like if i want to listen to videos for which when laying down a headset would get in the way)
I’ll add another +1 for steelseries.
I use the arctis 1 wireless for work and arctis 7 for gaming and to watch tv when my wife is asleep. The arctis 1 is a bit bass heavy but has good sound isolation. Arctis 7 has a reasonably good flat eq for a gaming headset and I’ve been really happy with the sound quality even compared with my sennheisers.
This is the only headset I recommend because it’s decent quality. Epos = Sennheiser.
Is there a wireless version
I don’t think so. I definitely prefer wired though, don’t have to charge the thing lol.
You can make any set of studio headphones wireless with a little Bluetooth DAC. I got the FiiO BTR3K which I’m super happy with, but there are other options to consider if you like.
Admittidetly I haven’t really dug into headphones for a while, but my information should still be good.
You should go either Sennheiser or audio Technica, both have been known for quality and to exchange blows on who’s best at what price point. if you don’t need a mic built in the hd280 pro is the best value audiophile headphones at 100$ mine have lasted 10 years though they need new pads.
If you do need weird headphones with a mic there’s a few good options from both brands, though you’ll be going under EPOS for Sennheiser, look for 2-3 at your desires price point and then look up some reviews, there’s a lot of subjective stuff with headphones but I always recommended the game one’s to people
there’s also wireless if you’d prefer and if you want to throw down some good money for a good pair of wireless headphones my friend recently went for the Audeze Maxwell Wireless Headphones but they are 300$ otherwise the GSP series outside of the bottom tier ones should both sound good and have a good enough mic
Thanks. I’ll look at those Audeze things. I use my headset for meetings and I pace when I talk (standing desk) so wireless and a good mic are must-haves.
I will say, my friend who used them did have a bit of setup to do for the mic, but I think the main things was automatic gain control being turned on and bumping the windows mic sound setting to 70-80% instead of 50 and he hasn’t had any problems since
