Nature rewarded man with five ways to perceive the world around him: to see, hear, smell, touch and taste. Computer engineering, coupled with manufacturers of all kinds of gadgets, is not yet able to provide us with the opportunity to taste and smell, but this is in some way not so bad. It is unlikely that anyone would like to be in the medieval markets of Naples with Assassin, and the zerg probably will not smell like strawberries.
In any case, today the gamer has a monitor to see, and headphones or speakers to hear. Playing without sound is like being deaf in real life. And if it comes to horror or some “Hitman”, then you can’t do without sound support, since these genres are based on the correct perception of the environment, and life depends on whether you hear extraneous noise or not.
Even if you have taken care of quality stuffing for sound and speakers, you still have to purchase gaming headphones. There will always be those who do not share your addiction to good, and sometimes loud sound: parents, wives, small children or who else. Moreover, in many online battles, when communicating via Skype, RC, TS, etc., cases of condemning the actions of players in a rude form are not uncommon.
In this article, we will try to identify the best gaming headphones for a gamer and consider the subtleties of choosing one or another model. To begin with, we will decide how, in fact, to choose these very headphones and what to pay attention to first of all.
What to look at?
To exclude technical specifications when choosing headphones is the same as coming to a car dealership and saying, “Oh, give that little black car out!” First, we select the design that suits you best (fit on your head), and then carefully study the inscriptions on the box and in the manual. And only in this order, otherwise you can choose for a long time. It is also worth noting that these two stages are completely equivalent and should have a positive assessment of the gamer.
Design
Here we are not talking about pathos or some kind of coolness. It is not so important whether the gaming headphones are embroidered with velvet, decorated with gilding or they were dressed by Rosenbaum himself. Everything converges only on the correct design of the model, and if the fulcrum is made correctly, then the headphones will be easy and pleasant to sit, and after an hour you will not have a dead load on your head, together with neck breakage.
At the time of fitting, it is necessary to take into account each roughness or compression, boldly multiplying the figure by 100. Indeed, this is how you will feel after a night run through online games. If feelings of discomfort during the fitting are not felt, then we postpone this option and consider it further.
Assembly
Many gamers are asking questions: “What are good gaming headphones?” And “How to determine a high-quality build in a store?”. The first thing you need to carefully probe the material from which they are made, it is especially important to do this in critical places - carefully check the fasteners at each ear. The design should not creak, play or stagger somewhere, making suspicious sounds.
Type of "ears"
There are not many options here - open or closed. Gaming headsets for a computer with an open microphone give a better sound in terms of volume and have clear positioning. A set of characteristics allows you to understand where exactly they shoot at you, or who runs where. The disadvantage of this type is the lack of isolation from the surrounding world, that is, nearby passing series, screams or other noises will interfere with the task of saving the world or something else.
The closed version completely immerses you in the atmosphere of what is happening on the monitor, but during the game there is some inferiority in sound such as sound compression or excessive bass. In general, you need to choose here according to the external situation: you have your own “corner” - take the open option, but if in one room mom, dad, sister, and dog, it is better to take the closed type.
Ear pads
There are also two options - overhead and covering. The latter completely cover your ears and cut off what is happening in the outside world, while the overhead ear cushions are fixed on the ear itself and leave space for communication with others. Here it is better to give preference to the embracing type, since the invoices put more pressure on the head and are held exclusively by the crown.
Type of connection
There is a wired type, but there are also wireless gaming headphones. The first type seems to be outdated, but still in use, but the wireless options are starting to capture the market for computer gadgets. In the classic versions of the “ears” it is impossible to move away from the system unit further than ten meters, and the wall is an insurmountable obstacle.
The best gaming headphones with a DECT headset guarantee unhindered communication from 30 to 70 meters, depending on the modifications. The last indicator costs very good money, so it’s better to leave such a privilege for gas station employees and fast foods - for a gamer, such a scope is simply not needed.
Microphone
Here we can briefly say: gaming headphones for a gamer without a microphone are not headphones. When choosing, try to give preference to models with good noise reduction - the interlocutor should hear only you, and not a barking dog or keyboard sounds. Therefore, the choice is clear - only a microphone, there are no options.
So, let's try to designate the rating of gaming headphones by composing a small top of current models, taking into account the opinions of experts and reviews of ordinary users.
Razer Megalodon Over Ear 7.1
This model causes a lot of controversy in gaming circles, but there is no doubt that it is worthy to be your ears. Over Ear 7.1 has gathered in itself multifunctional and other worthy characteristics that will be appreciated by many, even the most sophisticated gamers, especially since all these qualities are concentrated in one model, and this inspires.
Gaming headsets for computers with a microphone have a much lower bar of requests than the same DJ or music fan options. It requires complete isolation from the real world and immersion in virtual life, and the model copes with this quite successfully: an excellent microphone that does not collect extraneous sounds, an active noise reduction module, an external sound adapter and virtual 7.1 sound. Generally speaking, very good and trustworthy gaming headphones.
Reviews about them are more than flattering, although some complain about the fragility of the design and a small indicator of stress resistance.
Roccat Kave XTD 5.1
For many gamers, this is the favorite of the past year. And there is something to love them for. Whatever marketers are attracting us to, it’s quite problematic to get a really worthwhile copy of the 5.1 system these days, and these gaming headphones are exactly what distinguishes them: separate speakers, ergonomic earbuds and false ear pads.
During use of the model, the ears are completely closed, cutting you off from the problems and noises of the outside world, allowing you to fully concentrate on the gameplay. Numerous reviews in a positive way note that even after a long time, the ear does not warm, does not sweat, and the gamer himself feels quite comfortable.
The headphone arc is equipped with an elastic pad made not of ordinary foam rubber, but with the use of plastic and elastic synthetic elements. The dimension of the headphones is quite wide: the model does not fly off from small heads, and the girth is enough even for the largest head.
Mad Catz TRITTON Pro + 5.1
The main advantage of the model is improved equipment: in each ear you can see four speakers, an external sound adapter, all kinds of adapters and latches (there will be no problems with synchronization and synergy).
The TRITTON Pro + 5.1 model won the title of “The Best Gaming Headphones” at many exhibitions, conquering the jury and fans with its versatility. It is suitable for a computer, consoles, media boxes and much more, and in all cases it will be quite convenient to use headphones. Own sound adapter solves many compatibility problems, transmitting exactly the sound that is required from the model. Users respond about the line very warmly and recommend it to all those suffering.
SteelSeries Siberia v2
A review of gaming headphones can not get around the Danish model Siberia v2. Poppy “ears” beat out popularity due to quality and full-fledged advertising, which was aimed specifically at the target audience - the players. After putting the top teams of the League of Legends game teams into their products, the Danes struck the heart of the fans: what could be better than the same gadget as the idol on the screen?
“Siberia 2” is a worthy gaming option (moreover, inexpensive), and a list of functional characteristics will please any music lover, especially since the model has many positive reviews on large gaming portals.
Razer banshee
Top gaming headphones replenishes the dream of fans of the game "Star Craft 2" - Razer Banshee, made in a specific style for the series. But, in addition to designer bells and whistles of the manufacturer, the gadget has a very good filling.
The square design of the model is suitable for everyone, including people with big ears. Significant weight is compensated by powerful characteristics: high-quality sound, good equalizer and sensible software included in the package.
You can configure the model at a very high level, and if something doesn’t work out with the sound system, you can always contact the responsive technical support - they will help: tell, drop profiles on the mail, etc. Users in their reviews especially note this important point with the support.
Logitech Wireless Gaming Headset G930
This model, judging by the sales, broke into the top of last year. The main success of the headphones was the maximum return at the lowest cost. Here you can add the versatility of the model and excellent ergonomics, which allows you to sit quietly in them for several hours.
The volume rocker is easy to find and easy to adjust. The left ear is equipped with three programmable buttons on which you can set a fairly wide functional range of actions.
The model is fully compatible with all types of Windows and PS4 platforms. Today, this is probably the best option on a tight budget.
HyperX Cloud Gaming Headset
For pop music - an ideal option. The model got into the top due to serious investments in the advertising campaign - literally every reputable online store or portal "praised" this model. Many may not like such aggressive advertising and specifically turn away from the product, but, oddly enough, these headphones have earned a place in the ranking of the best.
The main advantage, and at the same time the slogan of the advertising campaign, is super lightness. When viewed in the store, one can immediately feel that it is so. And after heavier models like the Razer HyperX Cloud line, they are not felt at all on the head.
The synergy of the model with the other devices is very commendable - you can connect them to literally everything. The microphone is relatively large, but it completely eliminates extraneous sounds. Some e-sports professionals played the past season on them, which already says a lot.
Summarizing
Choosing a professional sound equipment for yourself is an individual matter, but you should always remember one very useful saying: “Avaricious pays twice.” Therefore, if you want to distance yourself from the outside world, relax at your favorite game, or strive to conquer cyber heights, it is better not to stint and choose decent headphones.
It is also worth noting that during games, not only gaming sounds are important. It often happens that there is a need to completely turn off the background by turning on some favorite selection, under which you can pass another evening, so this also needs to be taken into account.
But in any case, when buying, look at the brand and its quality. And beware of fakes, especially since there are a lot of them on the net.