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StarMoonCZ
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Hello, Im looking to buy a new pair of headphones. Im currently using Logitech G935 Wireless which Im not happy at with (they squeak alot, they have been refunded 2 times and theres a lot of other problems) and I want to replace them. i have been looking at HS80 by Corsair which look decent but dont have detachable mic and Logitech G Pro X Wireless which look amazing but the price is a bit too high for my current experience with Logitech. i cant seem to find any other headset that satisfies my needs. I will be very thankful for any sugestions
My needs from the headset:
Wireless (I use the headset most of the day for variety of activites like watching movies and videos, gaming and editing and I like to move around the flat while doing so) preferably USB Dongle

USB C preferably (Ive been using micro USB with my current headset and it just sucks for quick plug ins while gaming)

Closed Back (I just like when the headphones themselfs are not that loud as I might also take them somewhere else like a vacation)

Around my ears (I cant stand when headphones sit on my ears so I use headphones with construction around my ears)
Surround sound (Again a big need for me as I like to listen to 3D videos or listen to surroundings in game)
Noice cancelling preferably ( Would be nice to have but no needed)
Mic (I would like a decent mic but its going to be replaced ASAP by external mic so something detachable would be amazing)
 

Price 160$ to 180$(In case of really good deal I can pay a little bit more but something in this range would be best)

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I was using the Logi G933 for a couple years and while comfortable, the build quailty wasn't great. So I moved to the Corsair Virtuoso and love them...  should tick all your boxes.

 

https://www.amazon.com/Corsair-CA-9011180-NA-Virtuoso-Wireless-Headset/dp/B07VSHL7V6/ref=sr_1_1?crid=3549Y43X450SC&keywords=corsair%2Bvirtu&qid=1657904346&sprefix=corsais%2Bvirtu%2Caps%2C105&sr=8-1&th=1

 

 

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18 minutes ago, StarMoonCZ said:

Hello, Im looking to buy a new pair of headphones. Im currently using Logitech G935 Wireless which Im not happy at with (they squeak alot, they have been refunded 2 times and theres a lot of other problems) and I want to replace them. i have been looking at HS80 by Corsair which look decent but dont have detachable mic and Logitech G Pro X Wireless which look amazing but the price is a bit too high for my current experience with Logitech. i cant seem to find any other headset that satisfies my needs. I will be very thankful for any sugestions
My needs from the headset:
Wireless (I use the headset most of the day for variety of activites like watching movies and videos, gaming and editing and I like to move around the flat while doing so) preferably USB Dongle

USB C preferably (Ive been using micro USB with my current headset and it just sucks for quick plug ins while gaming)

Closed Back (I just like when the headphones themselfs are not that loud as I might also take them somewhere else like a vacation)

Around my ears (I cant stand when headphones sit on my ears so I use headphones with construction around my ears)
Surround sound (Again a big need for me as I like to listen to 3D videos or listen to surroundings in game)
Noice cancelling preferably ( Would be nice to have but no needed)
Mic (I would like a decent mic but its going to be replaced ASAP by external mic so something detachable would be amazing)
 

Price 160$ to 180$(In case of really good deal I can pay a little bit more but something in this range would be best)

Cloud 2 wireless and arctis 7 are the top for wireless gaming headphones

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I have the Turtle Beach Stealth 700 Gen2 Refurbished that I use with an older version of this wireless xbox adapter

 

I'm not a fan of wireless or gaming headsets but I tried on a pair at Target while I was killing some time for CVS and was instantly impressed with the build quality and comfort.  The sound demo sounded great although those should never be trusted.  I don't use it very much because I have better wired options but it gave me a new appreciation for gaming headsets and wireless connection.  Mainly convenience is the only reason I would find myself using them over something wired.  For games and youtube they sound pretty good, on music they don't shine as bright.  My old xbox connector leaves the wireless connection skipping every now and then, seams to be worse during the day, but they still work 20ft away through a wall and a fridge if at night.  They also have Bluetooth though I never could get them to connect using that on my machine even with a usb dongle, same goes for my AKG K361bt, something about me and BT on desktop don't get along but I didn't spend much time trying to make it work because I really don't need to.  Though it's nice to take a phone call in the middle of a gaming session then go right back to gaming.

 

As to specifically the needs you listed

wireless (xbox and BT)

USB C

Closed back

over ear

No Surround Sound

No Noise Cancelling (but rather isolating)

Mic (got no complaints with it compared to a mod mic)

 

The thing that blows me away about this is the build quality, *I guess there is a tiny creek if I open my jaw all the way really fast, but nothing is perfect.  They are very comfortable too.  Go to a Target and try them on, could even buy them on the spot if you need them now

 

*refurbished seems to be more along the lines of open box, not a single thing wrong with mine

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