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re: If you're in the market for a new gaming headset, don't overlook Turtle Beaches.

Posted on 12/27/13 at 6:27 am to
Posted by taylork37
Member since Mar 2010
15882 posts
Posted on 12/27/13 at 6:27 am to
They may have gotten better since I bought mine, but the X31's I bought are a complete piece of junk.

Posted by WhoDatTigahsTampa
S.E.LA2WestFL
Member since Oct 2013
2281 posts
Posted on 12/27/13 at 7:39 am to
I just got the PX22's for Christmas and love them. My 2nd pair of Turtle Beach's. The first were the P11's and they were decent too. I like these much better though. Much more comfortable and it blocks out a lot of outside noise. When they're on and I'm playing I can't hear sh**, more importantly my girl can't fn bother me!
Posted by dcrews
Houston, TX
Member since Feb 2011
32130 posts
Posted on 12/27/13 at 8:39 am to
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I feel like comfort overall is a weak point for these headsets. I have small ears and even mine start to hurt after a while. Compared to other headsets, the x12's put a lot of pressure on the top of your head as well. I get headaches if I wear them for 2-3 hours. That's the only reason I even started looking for a new headset. Everything else about them is fantastic.


This was the biggest issue for the X-12's I read about when researching headsets. I found it to be true for about the first week and now, I have absolutely zero issue with the pressure on my head (as there is none anymore), and my ears never hurt from them either.

For $50 I am extremely pleased with their durability, the way they fit and their design.

I'm not a stickler for insane quality when it comes to sound, but for the price, these headphones work perfectly for what I need them to do.
This post was edited on 12/27/13 at 8:40 am
Posted by The Eric
Member since Sep 2008
24623 posts
Posted on 12/27/13 at 8:45 am to
i agree with Bruce.

I have the Tritton AX Pro and they are amazing...

I just wish i had wireless as the wires get in the way alot.
Posted by Drewbie
tFlagship
Member since Jun 2012
67171 posts
Posted on 12/27/13 at 3:31 pm to
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but the X31's I bought are a complete piece of junk.
The X31's are crap. I took mine back and got X12's. Best decision I ever made.
Posted by Drewbie
tFlagship
Member since Jun 2012
67171 posts
Posted on 12/27/13 at 3:35 pm to
Current Top 10

Looks like Tritton is starting to lag behind with the new gen of headsets out. The TurtleBeach Seven series is getting good reviews. I'm impressed with the Astro A40 review, though. I may get those since they seem to have similar sound quality to the X12's but are more comfortable. I REALLY wish I could try things like headsets out before I buy them. I only got to test what BestBuy had up for demos. Wasn't impressed with anything.
Posted by Drewbie
tFlagship
Member since Jun 2012
67171 posts
Posted on 12/27/13 at 3:36 pm to
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You obviously have no idea what you are talking about
Considering your abundance of counter-arguments and proof against my posted theories, you must be correct.
Posted by LSU Coyote
Member since Sep 2007
56792 posts
Posted on 12/27/13 at 3:38 pm to
I'm late to this thread but have you used any other headsets?

Turtlebeach headsets are some of the WORST headsets on the market. In 2012 I've owned 5 pairs of turtlebeachs and they all broke. Complete junk.

If you MUST use a headset pleas settle on Steelseries. Even Razer makes better headsets.

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Current Top 10

That list is complete junk and doesn't even include the Siberia line.

When I say I have tried almost every highend gaming headset, I really have tried them all since 2011.

This doesn't mean you have to go all out like my current set up because some good gaming headsets are out there. What i'm trying to say is that out there are higher quality sets out there at a lower price point than Turtlebeach.



This post was edited on 12/27/13 at 3:45 pm
Posted by Drewbie
tFlagship
Member since Jun 2012
67171 posts
Posted on 12/27/13 at 3:41 pm to
quote:

I'm late to this thread but have you used any other headsets?
If you don't bother to read the OP, why even post?

quote:

Turtlebeach headsets are some of the WORST headsets on the market. In 2012 I've owned 5 pairs of turtlebeachs and they all broke. Complete junk.
Sounds like its user error. I've had the same pair of X12's for almost 3 years with zero problems.
Posted by Mizzoufan26
Vacaville CA
Member since Sep 2012
18965 posts
Posted on 12/27/13 at 3:44 pm to
So what's a good brand for PS4?

X12 isn't available.

Also are there any brands that would work for both Xbox one an PS4?
Posted by LSU Coyote
Member since Sep 2007
56792 posts
Posted on 12/27/13 at 3:45 pm to
quote:

Sounds like its user error. I've had the same pair of X12's for almost 3 years with zero problems.

Nope, they are known for structural weak points.
quote:

Just because they're "mainstream" doesn't mean they aren't great headphones. I was under the assumption that Turtlebeaches were the bottom of the totem pole and only had sales because of retail connections. After skimming the market for a new headset and testing a few, I've quickly discovered that the Turtlebeach X12's have without a doubt the best sound and mic quality anywhere near its pricerange.

Holy shtt, you are in the very few percentile who feel this way.

Please list other headphones or sets you have had personal experience with.
This post was edited on 12/27/13 at 3:49 pm
Posted by Hulkklogan
Baton Rouge, LA
Member since Oct 2010
43482 posts
Posted on 12/27/13 at 3:50 pm to
LINK


I have these and I love them.
Posted by Drewbie
tFlagship
Member since Jun 2012
67171 posts
Posted on 12/27/13 at 6:01 pm to
quote:

Please list other headphones or sets you have had personal experience with.
Listed in OP. I don't remember the exact names. But I tried out 2 Logitech headsets and a Steelseries.

However, I just ordered a pair of Astro A40's.
Posted by dcrews
Houston, TX
Member since Feb 2011
32130 posts
Posted on 12/27/13 at 7:06 pm to
quote:

Sounds like its user error. I've had the same pair of X12's for almost 3 years with zero problems.


Had mine for about a year. Have had zero sound or structural issues with them.

For $50 and the convenience of running down to my local walmart to get them, I can't complain.
Posted by bluebarracuda
Member since Oct 2011
19526 posts
Posted on 12/27/13 at 7:09 pm to
quote:

I just ordered a pair of Astro A40's


For PC? God, that's such a waste of money
Posted by Drewbie
tFlagship
Member since Jun 2012
67171 posts
Posted on 12/27/13 at 8:08 pm to
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For PC? God, that's such a waste of money
I bet people confuse you for Jesus or Santa Clause on a daily basis. You just emit positive vibes.
Posted by bluebarracuda
Member since Oct 2011
19526 posts
Posted on 12/27/13 at 8:16 pm to
I just like to not waste money on overpriced products that aren't good, but have fun with those astros
This post was edited on 12/27/13 at 8:17 pm
Posted by Drewbie
tFlagship
Member since Jun 2012
67171 posts
Posted on 12/27/13 at 8:18 pm to
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overpriced products that aren't good.
I looked up the specs before I spent the money. They have a higher high range and a lower bass range than everything else I researched in that price range.

ETA: Also comfort was a huge point of emphasis. If I didn't care about comfort, I wouldn't even be getting a new headset.
This post was edited on 12/27/13 at 8:19 pm
Posted by bluebarracuda
Member since Oct 2011
19526 posts
Posted on 12/27/13 at 8:21 pm to
You didn't do much research...

one of the best guides on the internet, seriously. That link has lots of great headphones and headsets tested by a PC gamer. That's how I decided on my headphones
Posted by The Eric
Member since Sep 2008
24623 posts
Posted on 12/27/13 at 10:42 pm to
Pretty good guide. I may just buy the mix amp and then a headset.
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