The G35 is very uncomfortable for me. I have a large head and it is created for those with a smaller noggin. So if you use large sized helmets or anything, don't get it!!! I gave it away because I didn't like it at all. Sounded ok, not spectacular, but so uncomfortable.
No, it does not need a sound card. In fact, it works better with the onboard sound (mobo based sound) disabled. I do not have a separate sound card and have not used one in years.
How does it work better with onboard sound disabled but with no sound card in an expansion slot?
What processes audio? The headset?
Sennheiser doesn't have great options in the higher end, I think the 350s are really about as good as you can go. Beyer Dynamics are grossly overpriced. it's like $250 headphones with a mic attached for $400. Wut? I'm sure the mic is waaaaaay better than anything else you can get, but how good a mic do you really need for voice chat?
I have the G930 as well. It is a good gaming headset, but you might have to disable your onboard sound to get it to work right. Took me forever to figure that out. When onboard sound is enabled you might get constant crackling and popping through the headset. Disabling it gets rid of the crackle, but does not otherwise affect the headset's performance.
I just spent 10 hours with mine on working on a work project listening to pandora. Took them off for about 10 minutes when I got a snack and threw them on the charger for that time then they went right back on.
Great headset if it fits your budget. Glad to hear another positive review. Most people claim the wireless is crap and won't try them.
Has anyone used the new Sennheiser G4me one or G4me zero? Seems to be good new options too.
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16826106685
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16826106686
I have a MMX300 from Beyer dynamics and it is excellent. really it's a DT770 with a aircraft mic.
That's an expensive aircraft mic.
I haven't tried adding a mic to my sennheisers.
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Sennheiser uses an open back design on many of their headsets so they are more open sounding and less of the "sound is in your head" feeling of closed back. It's what I use. Sennheiser is a high end brand so you pay high end prices for their sets. The sound quality difference between Logitech and Sennheiser is night and day though. For nearly twice the price, it should be. I have the Sennheiser PC360 which is a stereo headset(it has been rebranded as the G4ME One headset). I am not a fan of surround headsets because I don't feel they offer the separation and spaciousness necessary for a true 5.1/7.1 experience like a quality set of speakers will. They do offer the PC363D which is a Dolby 7.1 surround headset. They also have a closed back set in the G4ME Zero headset(this is stereo). Instead of an open back they have steel grids placed where the open mesh would be in order to isolate you from the outside a bit more. All their sets have a noise cancelling microphone that self mutes when you tilt it up and click it in place. They do also offer some lower end options as well and all of them are fully circumaural so they completely cover your ears.
I'm a big fan of Sennheiser headphones. I love their sound...it's somewhat unique and very pleasant to listen to. They are built exceptionally well and are super comfortable with plenty of padding on the earcups and headband. I have worn my headset for well over 2 hours and never felt like I needed a break or got tired of them. I feel like my PC360s will last a very long time as well. The kicker is their higher end headsets start at $250 which might eliminate them as an option for some people on a budget. The PC360 I use are available from amazon for $166 currently since it has been replaced with a new model. I paid $225 for mine last year. The bonus IMO is the higher end Sennheiser headsets use the same drivers and sound signature as some of their audiophile grade headphones for music with slightly different frequency response and impedance levels. They are fantastic for just listening to music as well.
http://en-us.sennheiser.com/gaming-headsets
But the headset itself has some amazing sound. Believe it or not and it's not directed right at you, but there are better headsets than Turtle Beach and Logitech lol.
But the headset itself has some amazing sound. Believe it or not and it's not directed right at you, but there are better headsets than Turtle Beach and Logitech lol.
Not that I need another pair, but how are the PC360's compared to the new model? Always the question when buying a discounted, replaced model.