Headset - Entry level

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Hi All, I am looking at buying an entry level headset for my son. He plays games on an xbox. I don't want to spend too much money as he is no pro gamer. Any suggestions or recommendations?
 
Script said:
Hi All, I am looking at buying an entry level headset for my son. He plays games on an xbox. I don't want to spend too much money as he is no pro gamer. Any suggestions or recommendations?
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Budget?

My nephews like their Razor's because that is what "gamers" wear. Son wants to brag at school. Just not Redragon is the quality is really poor.

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www.incredible.co.za www.incredible.co.za

www.takealot.com/razer-kraken-x-lite-gaming-headset/PLID73101301

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Does he just need to hear or is a microphone also required?
 
Script said:
Was thinking around the R1000
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Can get something decent for that price, be patient, check out the auctions on BOBshop

Try avoid pleather ear cushions, the material type ones have a longer life, id even say avoid all the RGB lights and kak but I'm sure its preference,

if playing online, a mic is essential, will be super kak if he cant be racist or something in COD lobbies
 
RedViking said:
Who the heck gives his kid a headphone without a mic when gaming. What kind of father are you.....
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Not all kids enjoy co op gaming online. My son prefers gaming on his own
 
Check out Cooler Master. Affordable but good quality in both material and sound. Also comfy.

It's what I'm using only because it came with my pc upgrade but I'm happy. No complaints.
 
RedViking said:
Budget?

My nephews like their Razor's because that is what "gamers" wear. Son wants to brag at school. Just not Redragon is the quality is really poor.

Gaming PC Headsets - Accessories - Gaming - Products

www.incredible.co.za www.incredible.co.za

www.takealot.com/razer-kraken-x-lite-gaming-headset/PLID73101301

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Is that like the list of Razers to avoid?
https://www.reddit.com/r/razer/comments/zx7rvy/razer_makes_the_worst_quality_headphones
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I’m Begging You To Avoid This Razer Headset

The most disappointing gaming headset of 2021?
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Razer Blackshark V2 Pro - Incredibly bad audio Quality | Razer Insider

I just bought a pair of Razer Blackshark Pro V2 (2023) and the sound is AWFUL! I don’t know what’s wrong, but it seems like nothing is working. I’m only using the headphones for playing PubG, but the sound is so bad I might as well use 10 $ headphones instead. It sounds like I’m in a jar, with...
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:p
Plus can't really lay a blanket over the quality of Redragon, unless you've tested all their models across the range. One cheapy R300 headset isn't their range.

A headset isn't an easy thing to buy, as they need to be comfortable for long gaming sessions. Also find out if he likes over head or in ear as well.
 
Lupus said:
Is that like the list of Razers to avoid?
https://www.reddit.com/r/razer/comments/zx7rvy/razer_makes_the_worst_quality_headphones
xander51.medium.com

I’m Begging You To Avoid This Razer Headset

The most disappointing gaming headset of 2021?
xander51.medium.com xander51.medium.com
insider.razer.com

Razer Blackshark V2 Pro - Incredibly bad audio Quality | Razer Insider

I just bought a pair of Razer Blackshark Pro V2 (2023) and the sound is AWFUL! I don’t know what’s wrong, but it seems like nothing is working. I’m only using the headphones for playing PubG, but the sound is so bad I might as well use 10 $ headphones instead. It sounds like I’m in a jar, with...
insider.razer.com insider.razer.com
:p
Plus can't really lay a blanket over the quality of Redragon, unless you've tested all their models across the range. One cheapy R300 headset isn't their range.

A headset isn't an easy thing to buy, as they need to be comfortable for long gaming sessions. Also find out if he likes over head or in ear as well.
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Post links for OP then.
 
Hemi300c said:

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Good headset, plus when did headsets get so expensive? I mean Cloud HyperX never used to be over 2k
 
Lupus said:
Good headset, plus when did headsets get so expensive? I mean Cloud HyperX never used to be over 2k
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Decent headsets have been 2-4K for some time now. I have SS Artics 5 very happy with them and the sonar programme is very good with a bit of tinkering especially for me playing PUBG.
 
Hemi300c said:
Decent headsets have been 2-4K for some time now. I have SS Artics 5 very happy with them and the sonar programme is very good with a bit of tinkering especially for me playing PUBG.
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Eish :-) I see even the Asus H3 I paid like R700 in 2020 is now sitting at almost 3 times that.
 
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