Customers enjoy the superb sound quality and comfortable design of the Elite Atlas Aero Wireless Stereo Gaming Headset, often citing extended wearability. However, some users found the headset to be heavy and experienced issues with fit and software compatibility. A few also noted limitations in wireless range.
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Pros mentioned:
Battery life, Comfort, Sound quality
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Comfortable with great sound
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Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.
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The Elite Atlas Aero is an incredibly comfortable set of headphones. They even have special adjustable comfort zones on the ear pads to accommodate glasses.
The sound is great. Rich and detailed. It allowed me to hear things in games that I had overlooked before.
My primary use is for work meeting and the microphone is great for that. The mic monitoring feature is great and I love that it has physical wheels and buttons for the volume, mic monitor level and mute.
Battery life is also great. I am on 3 to 4 hours of meetings every day and I can go a full week without needing to charge them.
I only have one minor nit to pick and one other issue I'm not really sure about.
Nit: these are not bluetooth headphones, they come with a USB dongle (very tiny) for PC connection (along with an actual cord). Because of this, the wireless connection is not as fast to establish when compared to my bluetooth headphones. I only mention this because I have been caught on a Skype meeting still trying to connect while the other person is already talking. To level set, we are talking a connection delay of maybe 5 - 7 seconds versus 1 to 2 seconds for bluetooth. Not really a big deal, you just have to be aware of it.
Issue: I got these in May and have been using them daily ever since. A couple of weeks back I heard a little snap on the right side when I was putting them on. I didn't really think anything of it, but when I took them off there was a small rattle, like a tiny rock was inside. Today I just noticed there is a crack on the right side where the headband swivel is bolted into the earpiece part (see picture). I have contacted turtle beach support and am waiting to hear back, but this is the only thing keeping this from a 5 star product.
I would recommend this to a friend
Brand response from Turtle Beach Support
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Hello there,
We’re sorry to hear about this inconvenience; however, please note that while Best Buy's own return period may have ended, our headsets are each sold with a one-year manufacturer's warranty, and we have a dedicated Support Team available to provide assistance as needed. We’re always happy to help, and we can be reached right from the support section of the Turtle Beach website.
Best regards!
Pros mentioned:
Battery life, Price
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Best quality/value headset on the market!!
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Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
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Amazing headset!! This device has all the features you need as a console gamer. It does have an app that is mediocre and really only valuable for pc gamers. The app does not allow for mic sensitivity toggling (to eliminate background noise) which I found very disappointing because I have a son who is usually in the background and the mic will occasionally pick up the noise but most of the time it will block it. The mute button is huge and super easy to find while playing. The headset comes with a 3.5mm cable which includes an inline mic and volume control buttons! The headset has 50mm speakers which don’t get super loud but produce amazing quality sound and the super-hearing features! The device folds up like you wouldn’t believe, when you open the package your like surprised by how small they can get, making it super easy to throw in a laptop bag, plus it has a storage slot fit the usb transmitter (many others do not have this). It also fits snug to your head so it won’t fall off no matter how you move... but its also isn’t so tight it gives me a headache after playing for a few hours. If you’re a pc gamer, it has the super-hearing features and after trying 5 or 6 different headsets, this was the ONLY ONE that met all my (super-picky) needs. The price is reasonable too! I liked this headset better than the 250.00+ dollar devices I tried! If you don’t want to waste time trying devices and returning them, just start with this masterpiece! I wish the guys at Best Buy knew how great this product is, it would have saved me a lot of trouble! The only thing that gave me issues is the variable mic monitoring which lets you hear and adjust the volume inside the headset, it allows you to remap buttons and if you accidentally press it, your volume will not work until you reset it. The perk is not worth the annoyance of accidentally hitting the remap button. Oh and it has a 30 hour battery life which was better than almost every other headset I tried! You gotta get this device if you’re in need.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Comfort, Sound quality
Rated 3 out of 5 stars
Great sound, but...
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Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
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Excellent sound and voice. Surround sound works as well as can be expected using a single speaker, and it's a real advantage when playing shooters against human opponents online. Comfortable even when wearing for all day sessions.
Unfortunately within 90 days the headband broke where the headband connects to the earcup arm and pivtots. Turtle Beach did replace it, however it took 15 days, which is at the least, disappointing. May want to actually get Bestbuy's replacement warranty if you buy this.
The other issue is with the software. After receiving the new headset, the software (Turtle Beach Conrol Studo) exists in a perpetual download/install loop and will not launch, making it difficult to properly set up all the features of the headset. Emails to Turtle Beach Support has been acknowledged, but not even an attempt at a solution has been offered. Haven't heard back from them in almost 2 weeks.
Terrible technical support and, while the build quality seems solid, questionable longevity really mars what is an excellent performing headset.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend
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Cons mentioned:
Weight
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Good, but plastic is cheap
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Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
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Bought in April 2020, and plastic on left ear piece is already cracking. Not sure how it will effect integrity in the future, but plastic seems cheap. Other than that, it is a good headphone with decent range. Like others have stated, heavier that past headphones.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Sound quality
Rated 3 out of 5 stars
Quality of sound is great
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Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
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Quality of sound is great but the wifi usb dongle metal part got stuck in my laptop. had to use pliers to get it out. the metal part on the usb dongle is very poorly made. I tried to fix it but with no luck. Working with customer support to see if turtle beach can replace it, otherwise will just return it to bestbuy. I'll update my review when I get the answer from TB support and maybe the replacement of the wifi dongle.
I also don't like that i actually have to use the dongle for it to work wireless. I think it would have not been very difficult to put a wifi module inside or a bluetooth.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Comfort, Sound quality
Rated 1 out of 5 stars
build quality is the killer
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Posted . Owned for less than 1 week when reviewed.
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For the price, these sound great. They are comfortable. The mic is actually one of the best I've heard on a sub $200 headset. However, here is the big killer. Build quality. I have never had this happen to me with a pair of headphones or headset but... the left earcup completely snapped off when putting them on. I was not using an unusual pressure or stretching them. They just snapped under normal use. The connection of the ear section to the headband section is all plastic. Sure, there is a small metal rod and a few screws but those just connect to plastic forms. Literally, the left earcup just snapped off and plastic cracked. $150 down the drain, no way to fix them.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend
Brand response from Turtle Beach Support
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Hey there,
We’re sorry to hear about this inconvenience; however, please note that while Best Buy’s own return period may have ended, our headsets are each sold with a one-year manufacturer's warranty, and we have a dedicated Support Team available to provide assistance as needed. We’re always happy to help, and we can be reached right from the support section of the Turtle Beach website.
Best regards!
Pros mentioned:
Comfort, Sound quality, Wireless
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Some very good features, but average build quality
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Turtle Beach - Elite Atlas Aero Wireless Stereo Gaming Headset for PC with Waves Nx 3D Audio - Black/Silver
The Turtle Beach - Elite Atlas Aero Wireless Stereo Gaming Headset has some things I like very much but it misses the mark on some of the things that might make it a top choice. First off the presentation during the unboxing is done very well. Included in the box is just about everything you need for both use as a PC gaming headset and a mobile headset. You get a USB wireless adapter which can be placed under the right ear pad for storage. All wireless headsets should have something like this, especially since this can be a mobile headset. The fact that the earpad can be removed so easy might suggest you could get replacements. It comes with very nicely padded pleather that is comfortable. Another interesting feature when you remove the ear pads there is a rubber adjustment that you pull out and it creates a space in the earpad for your glasses. Again a very unique feature and its actually works very well. My only complaint is how to use it in the very short setup instructions isn’t clear but it does work and I don’t recall seeing a feature like this before. All of the controls on the headset itself can be found on the left earphone. They are very easy to access and feel and work just fine. The ability to increase the mic volume so you can hear your voice is not something I use much but it does work exactly as claimed. The power button is easy to feel along with a button for what Turtle Beach calls there Superhuman feature. You will also find a Mic monitoring adjustment that along with the Super Hearing buttons can be remapped. Although I didn’t feel the need to change them. But thats is another nice options for those that do. You will also find a USB charging port and AUX connection. I do wish the charging port was a USB type C in place of a micro USB since its a better connector but I can overlook that. Finally you have a removable mic. The mic mute is on the ear pad. Probably a good enough location one you get used to it. It does make for a busy right ear piece but all of the controls are easy to find and use. The software utility or as Turtle Beach calls it is the Control Station must be downloaded and it one of the most complete headphone utilities I have ever seen. I could spend this whole review just talking about all of the options you have. You can set the Mic monitoring volume or turn it off completely. The mic works very well according to my online friends and in fact I was told my voice was more natural then my other gaming headsets. This is always a plus for any gaming headset. There are pre-set sound, options and full control of the Superhuman hearing feature. Turtle Beach has also incorporated Waves NX 3D Audio. Any 3D audio can be hard to explain and your results may vary. But the Waves NX 3D audio is found in some very high end gaming headsets and is considered one of the best attempts to bring back 3D audio to PC gaming. I played PUBG and the new Boarderlands 3 and it was in PUBG that it did seem to help the most. That is if I could have lasted long enough. In the software you will also find a ten band equalizer that can be set to be unique for the Game EQ, Chat EQ and Microphone EQ. There is where you will also find the available options for assigning macros. As I said before there is a load of configuration options in the Control Studio software. Another interesting feature I found was when I listened to the headphone on my mobile phone with the AUX connection I was able to turn the power on or off and it didn’t affect the sound. Thats was a surprise since in most cases its either or on a wireless headset if it will play back with the power off. Again a very nice feature if you do use this as a mobile headset. So with all of this my only complaint is the build quality. It is not bad but it is not great either. The headset doesn’t feel cheap but it doesn’t feel have the feel that all of the feature here deserve. It uses a single spring band over your head and this is a very common design but a bit more padding would have been nice. Also the height adjustment doesn’t inspire confidence it will hold up. It didn’t cause me any problems it just didn’t have that solid feel it should. And the material used for the earphones doesn’t match up the the feature set or the nice padding. Finally, at least for me they are a bit tight on the head. I could never wear them for the claimed 30 hours battery life. It could be my head which is usually quite average in size for most headsets. I also was not very impressed with the range of the wireless signal compared to other wireless headsets I have used and reviewed. Not an issue at the desk but for those quick breaks I did lose the signal that came right back as I got closer to the receiver. Also I found myself setting the sound on its maximum setting with both my PC gaming and pretty close to that on my mobile phone. That can be a good thing for your hearing but it is always nice to have more and turn it down then to have to max it out. If the build quality was up to the feature set this headset would be a sure winner. You do get a lot of value here and I have been stretching it a bit to reduce the clamping pressure. So far that hasn’t made much of a difference but it is not to bad just a tad too much. I have never had a Turtle Beach headphone before and I am impressed with most of what you get. I would suggest if your looking for a wireless PC gaming headset you should take a look as it does have a lot of offer.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Comfort, Sound quality
Rated 1 out of 5 stars
Crumbles
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Posted . Owned for 9 months when reviewed.
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From good to worst. Sound and ear cup comfort are good. Software is decent, bit annoying the timed shut off isn't adjustable in any way. RMA process is good, get to know them, after replacing this headset twice for cheap plastic crumbling around the hinges.
For anyone with a large head, this product isn't for you. For the price tag, I treated these things super fragile, especially after the first RMA. Still the tension on the hinges and cheap plastic they still fall apart within a few months of casual wear (Gaming, work, and music)
(pictures shows two of my RMA'ed headsets)
No, I would not recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Sound quality
Rated 2 out of 5 stars
Busted.............
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Posted . Owned for 6 months when reviewed.
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The sound quality, controls and microphone are fantastic for PC use. As for PS4, less than desirable ...... the system volume control is non existent, the volume is locked in a default setting and cannot be adjusted.
Now for the strength or stability ............. poor to say the least. After six months of use, the hinge that connects the headset to the ear piece shattered into splinters. The set has never been dropped or slammed, just normal everyday gamer use. Based on a internet search the failure seems to be somewhat common. I have reached out to TB and waiting for a response.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend
Brand response from Turtle Beach Support
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Thanks for your feedback.
Our support team will be more than happy to assist you with this under your product's manufacturer's warranty. Please keep an eye out for their email response and continue your correspondence from there.
Pros mentioned:
Sound quality, Wireless
Cons mentioned:
Weight
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Excellent PC Headset with a few minor issues.
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First off, this is a really high quality feeling and looking headset. Very sturdy build quality and comfortable ear cups. On the flip side of that, this is a really heavy headset and pretty bulky. I'm not sure if it's the heaviest I've ever used, but it's at least one of the heaviest. This can be an issue with long periods of constant use.
The Turtle Beach Control studio gives you a slew of options and features for this headset on your PC. You can pretty much configure everything from mic monitoring to what they call "Superhuman Hearing." There is so much customization here that I can't imagine needing anything else to optimize the sound to your liking.
Sound quality is really great. Details in games comes through great and positional sounds are easy to track. Great gaming headset. For other stuff while on PC like music or movies, these are also great. I noticed no latency issues with watching videos. Sound of the mic is also good, but there is some noticeable sibilance if you have the mic very close to your mouth. I suggest keeping it a decent distance from your mouth when using it.
Overall, a really nice wireless headset. One down side, which I didn't take off for in the score, is these don't work well with PS4 wirelessly. To be fair, these aren't advertised as a wireless headset for PS4. They will kind of work wireless on PS4, but you have no control over the sound other than from the PS4 menu. The sound is low no matter what you do, so wireless these aren't a good option. They do come with a 3.5mm cable with in-line mic to use on PS4 or other devices that have a 3.5mm jack. It would have been nice if these had worked wireless with PS4, as other wireless PC headsets have this option. Maybe in a future firmware upgrade or something. Anyway, I recommend these for a quality PC headset.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Good sound, quality construction a little weak
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Posted . Owned for 7 months when reviewed.
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I love this headset the sound is amazing, all the app settings make great and I like you can control all volumes from app/program, and the other hand the plastic construction its a little weak I already break one ear cup, put some electrical tape to hold it together still sound and work
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Well put together headset
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Posted . Owned for 5 months when reviewed.
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The build quality on this headset is amazing. It’s built better than a lot of other headsets with the $100-$150 range. The sync is easy and effortless. I’ve use turtle beach since 2009 I love their products.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Battery life, Comfort, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great sounding wireless headphones
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These are my first gaming headphones. I like the construction and how compact it is when stored away. They fit my large head perfectly. I was able to watch a 2 hour movie and played DOTA 2 for a couple of hours without feeling fatigue. They felt fairly comfortable but it would probably feel a little fatiguing to wear for much longer than a few hours. This might be because I’m not really used to wearing headphones.
The installation was very easy. I plugged in the tiny wireless adapter into my computer’s USB port and plugged in a USB charging cable to charge the headphones. The initial charging took about 30 minutes and it’s supposed to last 30 hours per charge. I’ve been using these headphones for a few days (at a couple of hours each day) without needing to recharge so battery life does seem excellent.
There was a piece of paper with instructions that provided a link to download and install the Turtle Beach Control Studio application that can be used to customize the sound. When starting up, the application stated that it couldn’t find any drivers so it proceeded to download them and everything seems to work perfectly after that. The microphone attached easily (but make sure it is oriented correctly or it won’t plug in) and I like the flexibility of being able to adjust the position of the microphone.
On the left ear piece there are two volume adjustments (one for chat and the other for the master volume), the power button, the mic input, a mic mute button, a wired audio input for connecting to a game system or other audio device, and a remappable macro button that can be used to activate Superhuman hearing.
The headphones quickly connected after pressing the power button. The connection seemed solid and I never experienced any drop-outs. I played around with the volume, 3D Audio, Game Spatializer and Superhuman Hearing settings.
The sound quality was fantastic. Music and movies sounded great on the headphones with crisp clear dialog and good bass. At first I was disappointed with sound from watching movies, but then I realize that I had to set Power DVD to use TrueTheatre Surround Sound instead of the Stereo Headphones and then the sound stage opened up and became more immersive.
Games such as DOTA 2 sounds great with crisp vocals and effects. I don’t really play much FPS games since I get a little nauseous from them so I didn’t really get a chance to see how effective something like Superhuman hearing would be. From activating it, it just seems to make things sound louder with an emphasis on certain frequencies like vocals.
I was not able to use chat in a game but I did make an audio recording using the microphone and I thought my voice sounded very clear. I usually don’t like the sound of my voice but I thought I actually sounded good in the recording.
The Turtle Beach Elite Atlas Aero seems to only be usable wirelessly from a Windows 10 PC. You can use it on an Xbox One (or other game systems) using the wired connection. I’m hoping that Turtle Beach can update it so it can be used wirelessly from an Xbox One because these would make great headphones to wear while watching a movie late at night without worrying about disturbing your family.
Overall, I would recommend these headphones. They are comfortable and provide great sound for music, movies and games.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Battery life, Comfort, Sound quality
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great head set for gamers
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Set up was quick and easy...downloaded software and was ready to go. My favorite feature was the sound quality...you can hear a pin drop...the sound quality is just what you want while gaming or listening to music...you feel like you are a part of the entertainment...The headset is comfortable and adjustable. The buttons for volume and boost are conveniently on the headset. Another feature I love and prob cannot live without now that I’ve experienced it is the ability to hear my own voice from within the headset. A switch allows you to listen to your own voice as you converse with other players OR while you sing. The boost button is something that enhances the sound which you’d want to use during gaming or watching a movie but not while just in a chat. I definitely know what my voice sounds like now when singing. You have the option to lower or turn off the in-speaker voice option if you get bored of hearing your own voice. I kind of enjoyed listening to my own voice so I kept this function on. Getting up to tend to other business while wearing the headset allows for uninterrupted conversation (within a certain distance of course). While Turtle boasts the headset is eyeglasses friendly, I found it to be uncomfortable on one side...perhaps minor adjustments are needed until the right comfort zone can be found. The gel interchangeable headset doesn’t feel gel-like, but still provides a nice buffer. The mic is good BUT all whom heard my voice during game play and in chats mentioned my voice was grainy and they could hear static noise compared to my wired Turtle gaming headset. Another great quality of the wireless headset is that no one can hear me typing during chat or game play and I don’t pick up on conversations in other rooms in my home which the turtle wired does.
It came charged and it held its charge for a few hours before it needed to be fully charged. So far the charge has held up for more than four days and it gets moderate to heavy use.
I’ve included one pic.
Overall, I’d recommend this product to gamers and even to those who like to record themselves singing or singing karaoke.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 1 out of 5 stars
Terrible warranty service
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Posted . Owned for 5 months when reviewed.
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In less than 6 months the headset broke at the right ear cup. Contacted Turtle Beach about warranty and has been a complete runaround. As you can see in the attached photo it broke right at the serial number and through some research this is a common breaking point. The picture is highly zoomed. The serial number is very small print. They are refusing to replace the headset because I cannot give them an accurate serial number due to no fault of my own. Steer clear of this product.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend
Brand response from Turtle Beach Support
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Thanks for your feedback Thomas.
According to our records, our team provided you with instructions for warranty replacement service. We've asked them to re-send those instructions your way so they can continue to assist you with your claim.
Please keep an eye on your inbox & junk/spam folders for that email.
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
PC gaming
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Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
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Great item for my PC gaming also use for my xbox one
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Comfort
Cons mentioned:
Software
Rated 5 out of 5 stars
Great headset, but the
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O.K, being brutally honest here. I've had nothing but issues with the Turtle Beach developed Control Studio with Waves program on my computer that I use these headphones on. Due to this, this review will be much shorter than my normal ones. Basically, it doesn't work. Instead, I'm forced to use Windows Sonic in the meantime. Installing the Control Studio generates an error with the Waves driver. I've contacted Turtle Beach about this and they acknowledged the issue and had me, on two separate occasions, grab some files and send to them. They did give very specific step-by step instructions for doing so, which made it easy.
However, the last I heard, I had received an e-mail requesting me to call them and remote in so they could manually and fully remove all of the old Wave drivers and Control Center application. Then I received another e-mail shortly after that stating to disregard, as they are working out further issue. It's been a mess, really.
So, why am I giving these 5 stars, then? Well, they are wireless and they are super comfortable to wear. I love the design and how light-weight they are. Volume is fantastic as well! Additionally, my contacts with the Tech Support team have all been very personable and NOT off-shored. I feel once they get this kink worked out, these headphones will be amazing, by any indication of my use of them using Windows Sonic.
So, I'm going to continue being patient and hope they get this issue sorted sooner than later, so I can get the full bang from these cans. I've had previous Turtle Beach headphones and I love them. I use primarily Turtle Beach and Astro and neither have disappointed me.
I would recommend this to a friend
Rated 1 out of 5 stars
Crappy build, good headset. Sadness
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Posted . Owned for 10 months when reviewed.
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After one year with this heaset it finally broke. I have a small head and it broke at the hinge. The headset itself is actually pretty good. The build quality is poor. I take care of my stuff and this just broke from normal wear.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Battery life, Sound quality
Cons mentioned:
Range
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Amazing sound at the cost of comfort
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Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
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These are the best sounding headset I have used. The superhuman feature is not a gimmick. Turn this on and use either gunshot boost or footstep boost and it immediately feels like your are cheating super awesome. The battery life is really good and the range is decent but nothing amazing. The range seems to degrade quickly when the signal has to go through different electronics. For my personal setup I experience massive audio cutout and quality drop at only 15 feet. Comparing that to my Steelseries arctic 7 with the same setup I can wear them across my apartment with no quality loss or drops. These headphones shine when you are in game withe 3D audio and super human hearing on. Just makes the game that much better. Easily putting my arctic 7's to shame. I did however notice a weird glitch where certain games when launched would become super quiet essentially muting all audio and with this headset the volume is linked windows volume. So, when this glitch would happen I would max out all audio and it would still only be above a whisper. I hate headphones that link their volume to windows for this exact reason. My arctic 7's control their volume independently from windows which allows me much more volume control and I never experience the stupid volume glitch. But all of the negatives I could overlook because of the amazing audio quality. But the con that i cannot overlook and is ultimately the reason I will be returning these is they are the most uncomfortable headset I have ever worn. The clamping force is so bad that it makes my jaw hurt as soon as I put them on but I tried to ignore that and eventually got use to it but then after a 4 hour gaming session I realized my ears were touching the inner speaker cup wall (which does not have a soft fabric covering it) and my ears were hurting so bad I looked for reasons to take them off. Which in my opinion defeats the purpose of wireless headsets. Instead of wearing them when I went to my kitchen to make a dink I was actually taking them off to give my jaw and ears a break from the pain. The annoying part is I do not have a big head and ears, its actually the opposite , I have a small head and ears. I have never experienced a headset this uncomfortable. This is why I will be returning them. I 100% you try them and if yours don't try to crush your head or hurt your ears then they are the best headset on the market audio wise and for the money.
I would recommend this to a friend
Pros mentioned:
Battery life, Sound quality
Cons mentioned:
Range
Rated 4 out of 5 stars
Headset great in some areas, needs work in others
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Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
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I bought these for WFH, online meetings, and D&D on Discord and Roll20, and I wanted a wireless solution. I use them with separate Windows (work) and Mac (personal) laptops, so they work on both platforms. Other reviews indicated good materials and electronics. I haven't tried using the included wired connector.
The electronics work generally well, and the earphones and microphone sound really good. The dials on the left earphone adjust them independently and work well. Something to be aware of is that the mic can be adjusted to pick up the faintest sounds; I adjusted mine down considerably. I haven't tried to run the battery down completely, but they've gone as long as 12 hours on a single charge so far (I think the specs say up to 30 hours). The mic mute button on the left side also is a nice touch, and I like how the USB dongle turns to red when the mic is off.
Overall, the build quality is solid: they feel durable and look well-engineered. The ear covers come off easily for storing the USB transmitter and cleaning. There is some swivel in the headphones as well, so I sometimes tilt them back to relieve pressure over my jaw. The microphone can also adjust to the side of my mouth so that I can mute it when I take a sip of water while on a call or in game. Finally, there is a strap inside each earcup that you can pull to make a channel for eyeglass temples, which help relieve pressure when I wear my glasses.
The issues I've had so far include that the headphones can get a little heavy after a couple of hours, but adjusting them back seems to help me with that. I've had three or four times that the earphone speakers didn't work unless I either removed and re-inserted the USB dongle or closed and reopened an app; these simple fixes seem to work (I haven't found a firmware update yet via the Mac). Finally, the range seems pretty limited. My primary workspace is a bedroom converted to an office, and I've lost signal as far as 12 feet from my computer (leaving the room). For my needs, this isn't a deal-breaker, but it's worth noting.
I'm giving these four stars because, although I think they're solid, well-engineered, and work well most of the time, the connectivity issues can be annoying, especially during work calls.