Headphone Suggestions (somewhat unique use case)

[DLM_012]

Yesterday I discovered that the PS4's controller will accept audio through the controller if you have a headset plugged in via a single 3.5mm standard jack. I came here to ask if anyone knows of a headset that also has mic functionality but uses a single 3.5mm cable rather than splitting off into a separate mic and audio cable. I know that these exist and Linus has previously done some unboxings but I don't remember which headsets they were.

Any help is appreciated guys. Thanks in advance.

[MayPool]

If you already have a decent headset with the separate cables you can buy this adapter:
http://www.amazon.com/StarTech-com-MUYHSMFF-Headset-Splitter-Adapter/dp/B004SP0WAQ/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1384959755&sr=8-1&keywords=3.5+mm+microphone+splitter

[Hans Christian | Teri]

The above splitter and a good set of headphones with a good mic is of course the best solution. If you're however looking for an easy solution Steelseries made a version of the Siberia V2 for mobile use which uses the 4 pin jack. http://steelseries.com/products/audio/steelseries-siberia-v2-for-ipod-iphone-and-ipad

[Flyguygamer]

Bose AE2-I, has inline mic and great audio. Designed for Iphone/Ipad, but works with any 4pin mobile jack.

http://www.bose.com/controller?url=/shop_online/headphones/audio_headphones/around_ear_headphones/index.jsp

[defunkt]

Bose ae2-i, has inline mic and great audio. Designed for Iphone/Ipad, but works with any 4pin mobile jack.

no.

[defunkt]

How crap is it going to sound if it's going through the controller If it's wireless to.

[Flyguygamer]

no.

Why not?

[Flyguygamer]

Bose AE2-I, has inline mic and great audio. Designed for Iphone/Ipad, but works with any 4pin mobile jack.

http://www.bose.com/controller?url=/shop_online/headphones/audio_headphones/around_ear_headphones/index.jsp

 

 

no.

 

 

Why not?

I own the Ae2 (non I) and love the sound, the I version just adds an inline mic while keeping a single 4pin jack.

[KaareKanin]

A lot of headphones designed for phones have this.

 

First one I came to think of

http://www.marshallheadphones.com/headphones

[EmoRarity]

A, Blose blows. 
B, Any headphone with an inline mic that works off three pole should work.
C, Its going to sound terribad since its wireless, and a controller before an audio product.

D, Blose blows.
E, Blose blows.

F, Blose blows.

[Flyguygamer]

A, Blose blows. 

B, Any headphone with an inline mic that works off three pole should work.

C, Its going to sound terribad since its wireless, and a controller before an audio product.

D, Blose blows.

E, Blose blows.

F, Blose blows.

Bose headphone have good quality in the lows and highs, but a little off in the mid. Bose are excellent for the price, very durable, good sounding (if you have a decent audio source) and VERY comfortable.

[MayflowerElectronics]

Bose AE2-I, has inline mic and great audio. Designed for Iphone/Ipad, but works with any 4pin mobile jack.

http://www.bose.com/controller?url=/shop_online/headphones/audio_headphones/around_ear_headphones/index.jsp

 

No.

 

You can get a pair of headphones and a splitter, I think someone already said this.

[Flyguygamer]

No.

 

You can get a pair of headphones and a splitter, I think someone already said this.

You can, but the all in one is just as good.

[MayflowerElectronics]

You can, but the all in one is just as good.

 

No it's not, headsets (with rare exception) are always much worse than dedicated headphones/microphone.

[Flyguygamer]

No it's not, headsets (with rare exception) are always much worse than dedicated headphones/microphone.

It is an inline mic attached to Bose AE-2 audio headphones with the removable cable.

[Aphexx]

guys quit bashing on bose they are AMAZING

 

[spoiler=]at marketing

 

well they do have a few flagship products that are good

[MayflowerElectronics]

 

guys quit bashing on bose they are AMAZING

 

[spoiler=]at marketing

 

well they do have a few flagship products that are good

 

 

The best right?  :rolleyes:

 

Not sure why they can't make a good headphone now-a-days.

[DLM_012]

The above splitter and a good set of headphones with a good mic is of course the best solution. If you're however looking for an easy solution Steelseries made a version of the Siberia V2 for mobile use which uses the 4 pin jack. http://steelseries.com/products/audio/steelseries-siberia-v2-for-ipod-iphone-and-ipad

I was looking at those cans. They have really good reviews so I think I'll buy those and an adapter.

If you already have a decent headset with the separate cables you can buy this adapter:

http://www.amazon.com/StarTech-com-MUYHSMFF-Headset-Splitter-Adapter/dp/B004SP0WAQ/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1384959755&sr=8-1&keywords=3.5+mm+microphone+splitter

Thanks that's perfect.

How crap is it going to sound if it's going through the controller If it's wireless to.

I'm not a huge audio person. Once you get to a certain level there's no discernable difference to my ears.

I use a pair of Sennheiser HD201s on a regular basis and those are satisfactory to me. They have a few muddy qualities to them but they're not horrible by any means and nearly meet my criteria for the ideal headphones with price to performance.