09-03-2013, 10:41 PM
Most headsets seem to be a pretty standard 20 Hz - 20 KHz frequency response and 32 ohm impedance. There are exceptions but it seems like a good 90% of gaming headsets are exactly that range and impedance.
I think the real question is construction quality and feature list.
Some are totally self-contained USB headsets with their own drivers (versus needing to plug into your motherboard's sound or some sound card). Some support actual surround sound by incorporating multiple speakers into the headset while others simulate surround via software and others are just plain ol' stereo.
Personally, I like the Logitech G35. I like the boom mic with the integrated mute button and mute light. I like the 3 side buttons which can be mapped to various things (but generally I use them to control music). I like that it integrates into the Logitech Gaming Software with my other Logitech stuff. I also like that they are entirely comfortable to wear for apparently unlimited amounts of time (versus my old Turtle Beach headset, which sounded great but were not comfortable).
The only problem I have with the G35 is that the construction is not overly rugged for the price you pay.
I just can't find another set that's been as comfortable as these and still has some kind of surround sound support.
I think the real question is construction quality and feature list.
Some are totally self-contained USB headsets with their own drivers (versus needing to plug into your motherboard's sound or some sound card). Some support actual surround sound by incorporating multiple speakers into the headset while others simulate surround via software and others are just plain ol' stereo.
Personally, I like the Logitech G35. I like the boom mic with the integrated mute button and mute light. I like the 3 side buttons which can be mapped to various things (but generally I use them to control music). I like that it integrates into the Logitech Gaming Software with my other Logitech stuff. I also like that they are entirely comfortable to wear for apparently unlimited amounts of time (versus my old Turtle Beach headset, which sounded great but were not comfortable).
The only problem I have with the G35 is that the construction is not overly rugged for the price you pay.
I just can't find another set that's been as comfortable as these and still has some kind of surround sound support.