Drop + Epos PC38X: One of the BEST Gets Better!
So Drop and Sennheiser are at it again with - not a replacement - but a higher tier version of the classic PC37X. The PC38X has the drivers from the GSP 500/600 with the comfort of the classic frame. Brings with it some heavy bass, particularly for an open back. New colorway and price tier as well.
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Also for those asking about swapping the new pads onto the PC37X, it is possible and brightens up the highs but makes the overall headphone feel thin since there's less bass to balance things out. I also feel like the detail is much better on the new drivers.
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UPDATE: Just got word that there has been some domestic shipping delays on these. New launch date is 10/6, but they will be IN STOCK and shipping on 10/6 - no pre-orders! The first 1000 people that use the code LEVELUP at checkout get a free Sennheiser single headphone hanger as well. Also for those asking about swapping the new pads onto the PC37X, it is possible and brightens up the highs but makes the overall headphone feel thin since there's less bass to balance things out. I also feel like the detail is much better on the new drivers.
Fidelio x2hr or PC38X?
Does this code still work?
@@minimumiso Yup, I just ordered these and got the free hanger with the code
@@TheRascher thanks!
I didn't, maybe because I am from Sweden and not USA. I also had to pay $15 + $45 for shipping + import taxes, something to think about for you EU ppl :P I'd rather save up for Beyerdynamics DT-1990 Pro and a shotgun mic now when I think about it ;)
Everyone always talks about how dope his intro is, but can we talk about how, "Until next time, stay up!" just hits the right way?
Is it an erectile dysfunction joke? Or a gay joke? It confuses me
@@petercruz1993 no he actually wants you to stay awake until his next video comes out
Is being gay and kissing my own brother sus? Nah its 2020 its different.
Just found out about this headset yesterday, you gave me exactly what I wanted in this video. You're the one I blame for wanting to buy audiophile stuff, you do good work man
brilliantly comprehensive and balanced review, man - that's one aspect of this channel that I feel like has gotten markedly better with time - you're doing an incred job of looking at every piece of equipment from various possible perspectives, needs and price ranges, while still being time-efficient. top marks
Waited so long for this review! Hearing that it trades blows with the 58x when it comes to music is insane. Now we just need a HD 560s review to figure out what's best at this price point
So glad you’re getting the popularity you deserve. Love the visuals and info you give. I’m looking for some headphones and amp/DAC for my PS4/PS5 and your videos have been very informative. I still haven’t decided what to get tho.......
I agree with everything stated in this review, thank you for taking the time to share and do the review. One of the best headphones I have used for gaming and I do wish I could purchase them as a stand alone
These look pretty legit bro! I appreciate the early scoop. Hopefully I'll be able to try these out soon.
yes this is exactly what i've waiting for
I’ve had my PC37X for a while now & I’ve been very satisfied. Seems like this is gonna be a great upgrade for when I’m in need!
Let's goooooooooooooooooooo. Great video once again, and excited to see a new tier for one of the best headsets out there.
I enjoy the new camera angle used in this video. Please bring it back in the near future. Keep up the quality reviews!
Man, the review wasn’t just visually great to watch, but it’s informative and your take on the headset is fantastic. I already own the pc38x but I still like to know how it’s compared to other headsets by people who are interested in audio and tested way more stuff than I did.
I just found your channel but I love your energy, you got a new sub sir!!
@BadSeed Tech Looking real relaxed in this vid big man Oh and the beard... on point
found this review after this headset showed up on my porch.... nailed it , first open back headset and wow i love it
Linked your video in Sennheiser's Reddit post for this Drop. That key cap was MINT, and your accent color coordination with your monitors in the backround? You obviously go out of your way to deliver. It shows and I for one respect and admire your commitment to QUAL-I-TY! You always impress, Brian. Awesome review. You deserve to hit that 1Mil subscriber number. Looking forward to trying these out myself when I can get my hands on a pair.
Yo, thanks so much! I really appreciate it!
Just ordered these and then watched the review.... phew is all I can say!! Great review mate and now I'm even more excited to get them.
what about the old sennheiser pc 360 is good ?
This looks like a great all-rounder headset. Glad to hear they reduced the impedance because the Game One & most Sennheisers have always been a bit too quiet when running off a console controller, it just makes things a bit more convenient for everyone. Thanks for the detailed review as always Brian. 👍
Been here since you were at 60k subs! now at 230k almost! well done!!
Thank you man, I appreciate you!
@@badseedtech And we appreciate you! STAY UP!
Bro, I bought the PC37x months ago and they are my FAVORITE! They are just so perfect and have amazing sound quality. I hope that I can buy the newer pads and see how they sound on the 37x but I’ll have to see.
Looking for reviews and found this guy. The way he said let's go got me hyped. Buying them today forsure.
Thank you for this review. I ordered the PC38X two days ago and your video just made me really confident and a lot more excited about my purchase. Can’t wait to use them... two weeks from now lol 😞
How's the headset now?
@@shutterKeebs1127 not the same guy but..its the best gaming headphone i have used. i have used tygers 300r, 6XX, 58X, 660s, porta pros, c75s, and a few others. while some of those way be better for music the 38X is better for gaming while still being good for music. than you had the fact it has a good mic... pro tip..apple usb C audio dongle is a great combo with these. it will power these sets on the pc, ps4/5, and provide a clean mic signal up to 90% before any background noise begins to become an issue. its just 10$..yes its cheap but do not think that means that gaming amps are better than this. its not. you may need a usb A to C adapter for your pc/ps4 but the ps5 has a type C on the front. you want more detail as to why. imaging and soundstage. up there with the 6XX/300R while providing the right amount of soundstage. ability to hear small details that gets lost on the other sets. for example in sandstorm i can hear the slight footsteps walking on the grass even during a gunfight while on the others you wouldn't hear anything at all.
@@BrotherO4 i want to get it to use it mainly on mobile " pubg mobile " which one is better , and have the louder sound , pc38x or tygr 300 ? i compared them too with steelseries pro
@@kalamchat1351 38X are slightly easier to drive than the 300R
@@BrotherO4 i have hidiz s8 dac so it will not be a problem , which better then ?
Just purchased the 38x. Thank you.
Love the background music.
Think you did a great job setting up the new place for a new studio for you. The new shot with the badseed neon is slick!
Thanks bro! new studio tour coming soon.
BadSeed Tech look forward to seeing that!
Just ordered these. Can’t wait to try em out!!
Did they come in yet?
@@christianrodi5442 FedEx took forever but they finally came on the 7th. They sound incredible, but they feel cheap. Feels as if I payed for just super good drivers. Great mic as well. 9/10 I must say! And the yellow isn’t very prominent on the headset, but it is on the cable. Not like the color will make the sound any different though 👍🏼
Theres a new Senn HD 560S coming around soon. Looking forward to your review.
Yeah me too
I've been using my 37x's for around 3 1/2 years now. Once they fall apart beyond repair, this seems like the perfect replacement.
I cant wait for the Audeze Penrose headset, pre-ordered it a few weeks ago
I own a pc37x and it is an awesome headset. However I hate to see there are still these small bumps inside the earcup of the 38x that kinda stress my ears over time. I have somewhat large ears. Thanks for the review! Love it.
If they made the headset matte black with a removable mic, it's a much easier buy for audiophiles and gamers, idk.
Matte black but needed but removable mic yes.
Couldn't agree more. This would be such an easy decision to buy if that were the case.
Past the only color option being yellow and fixed microphone, the PC38X is an amazing blend of simplicity and just the right amount of flare.
As always, great review! What gaming dac/amp can you recommend to pair with this headset?
When I see you excited over a headset I know it's going to be a good headset to check out. When I get some extra spending cash I think I'm going to give these a try for sure.
Awesome video man! Love these headphones! Do you think it will sound amazing with the GSX 1000 just like the GSP 500 set did?
Favourite new channel. Your scripting, delivery, B-roll and editing are all top tier, and your information is spot on and opinions strongly, definitively worded without being biased. Love it, thank you.
Thanks so much - I appreciate it!
What is a good alternative for this headset but closed back?
Nice review. I guess it is pre-order again.
Best headphones I’ve ever owned and the gsx1000 is on special now as well best combo for 7.1 audio
Ive been using the "Game Ones" for 6 years now, so looking forward to get my hands on these.
Thanks for the great headphone reviews as always. I currently have the HyperX Orbit (Audeze Mobius with features removed) and while it sounds great for music/movies, my gaming just doesn't feel the same. I've used the PC363d for about 5 years before upgrading to GSP 500 + GSX 1000 and selling it on as I was unconvinced by the GSX 1000's 7.1 and didn't think it was worth keeping as a stereo amp. The GSP 500 comfort was also (dare I say) bad, in comparison to my PC363d. How does this headphone compare to the Audeze Mobius/HyperX for you? Other headsets I was looking at was the Steelseries Arctis Pro + DAC.
So this might be finally a good time to upgrade from my Game One's, thanks!
Game Ones are identical to the PC37X, just rebranded. He recommends not to upgrade from the PC37X to the PC38X.
As a 37x owner I would just love the cables alone! Gotta check out if you can get them...
Personally don't think the yellow is that bad. It keeps a professional look with yellow, I wouldn't worry using this in a Teams meeting with video, and I currently rock 58x with a modmic, so I already look a bit silly with this microphone just existing on my headphones.
Im shopping for a new gaming headset this holiday season for myself and my son. Im getting my son the sony H7's but I could not decide what to get for myself. and I gotta say I just absolutely had to come back to your reviews to get a grip on how to get started on some serious quality gaming audio. Nobody else beaks it down like this. followed.
I mean, I have and still use my 598's, so my taste in a color for headphones is suspect at best, but i'm definitely feeling it on these ones
My first head set was a like 5 year old set of game ones with a broken mic but I loved it and now I'm looking into a pair Phillip's 9500
please make a tutorial for lighting.. really love your background lights.. 😍
Was going to grab some astro A40s but decided to grab these instead. Great video
just bought this after watching your review, went with the all black version on drop though. btw ur beard looks like it was rendered in goldeneye for n64
Perfect timing! I was looking into the pc37x to replace my HyperX clouds for console gaming. But this is much better. I dig the yellow and black. Thanks for the review. Great as always. P.s. My girlfriend makes fun of your voice all the time cuz she hears it so much lol.
Strangely that is NOT the first time someone has said that to me about their significant other the past couple days.
@@badseedtech You're rubbing off on her. There's a lot of good tech speak in her impression of you.
I smell cap🧢
Great vid! Would these be an upgrade in sound clarity to my older Sennheiser HD598SE when gaming with a Soundblaster G6 dac? Thanks again
I didn't realize I've had the PC360 G4ME headset for almost 8 YEARS now, and I finally need a replacement. Going for this pair instantly, this design and Sennheiser quality is SO GOOD.
still have it... tested other headsets.... always going back ... the only one i can wear for hours on my head. xD
The yellow is classic Sennheiser. I had one of their open-back headphones when I was a kid way back in the day and the foam pads were yellow. Look at something like the HD 410, 414 or 424 as an example.
Great video, the best gaming amp for the Sennheiser PC38X?
Thanks for all the great videos. I have a question and would like your thoughts. Here is a little background first. I like to play games, mostly games like Rainbow Six Siege and the Battlefield franchise (first person shooters). I want to win and have good full sound while doing it - knowing where sounds are coming from and how far is important in these games. I've tried many different headphones over the 20+ years I've been gaming and they have always been closed back because I didn't even know there was such a thing as open back headphones before the last year or so. Currently, I'm using the Arctis Pro Wireless headset and it has the best positional audio I've ever tried. They have a lot of things I really like, but they are not the most comfortable on my head. I am at the stage in my gaming life where I am ready to try an open back headset to see if all the hype I hear about them is worth switching from my Arctis Pro Wireless headset. Finally, here is my question: Do you think it is a good choice for me to try the Sennheiser PC 38X headset? After all the reviews I've read and watched this headset seems to be the best open back set for me. Reasons: I definitely don't want to mess with a separate mic, I want something comfortable on my head (4 hours plus sometimes), I want a good quality open back sounding set. This headset seems to be one of the best I can find that has the mic built in. I'm not really a fan of giving up wireless or giving up my Bluetooth capability to take phone calls while I'm gaming either, but if I'm suitably impressed with the sound improvements of the open back design, I might be swayed to forget about the Bluetooth connectivity and the wireless convenience. Thanks in advance for any advice you have.
is a amp/dac suggested to use with this instead of plugging into controller, what recommendation would pair nicely with this.
A year later after this video, would you still rec the 38x or the 58x? Im in the market of an open back headset and I'm leaning towards the 38x, but that mic boom is an eye sore for me (I use the quadcast). Love your chan BTW, keep going strong!
Looks sick
i got the blacked out pc38x..love it..use it for gaming then have my hd6xx for whatever else i dont need a mic for cause my usb antlion look a crap so had to get a new pair with a mic which the pc38x does fantastic
Couple questions, I have an old pair of M50x, how much of an upgrade are these? Also, will motherboard audio suffice for these? Or will getting a dac/sound card make a big difference on this headset?
Listening to this on my 37x I bought right after your recommendation somewhere last year?.... Not upgrading yet coz I love 'm and they'll last me plenty of time because of that build quality. ps. I love the comfort of the velours pads so much I won't switch back to the basic pads. And my hearing's so bad I didn't notice a difference anyway. Although I could clearly hear a difference with the Kingston HyperX I had before. Cheers m8 :D
That shirt!! Did you get an early ship? Because I'm finding nothing but dust bunnies on their site regarding that sick tee.
I got the 37X based on your recommendation a few months ago. I literally couldn’t listen to my older headset for more than 10 minutes after that. I’m very satisfied with the 37X. I might get the 38X if they eventually drop in price.
Same. I use it with a dac/amp and this thing is majestic
they dropped in price
$130 on drop right now Gogogogogo
2 years late but theyre on sale rn for $129 instead of the original $169
Man just got home from school great video and I haven't even watched it lol
LMAO
Subscribed because of the phenomenal beard!
Sick cinematics again, seems the move has helped you level up even further! Bought the HD58X after your review and absolutely love them for gaming & music. Felt mod makes them even better. HD38x still looks a bit too "gamery" for me, sticking with the HD58x 💪.
Thanks so much! Can't go wrong with the HD58X
What mic do you use @hausgaming
@@osutx427 I have a separate boom arm and a Blue Yeti. Modmic goes well with the HD58x if you want to have that "headset experience"
Corsair fans will love the black and yellow scheme. They shouldve kept to a more neutral color though.
They have one now. Yellow is better
I personally like the black and yellow colors. It matches my Neewer King Bee mic and cable. I honestly would purchase these if they came with that WuTang esc key that he has sitting next to it. I actually had to go check the drop link to see if this was a thing. I already own both the 58x and the PC37x so I don't feel these are going to really aid my collection but I do love the idea of them.
Lol nah, that WuTang key is top secret. But you should definitely check out the Hive keycap set from TKC if you're into that black and yellow.
Just ordered the HD 560s for gaming, looking forward to your review on that.
What is your setup for gaming? I want to attach a mic to the HD 560s. I also need to know what dac amp I would need to power them
558 were my first audiophile headphones that got me into the game
Have you tried disassembling them/removing the yellow fabric? If so is it difficult? I was wondering how feasible it would be to rit dye them.
Just got pc37x: PANIC 😳 Realize drop takes two years to deliver: Calm ☺️
pc38x is much more expensive.
@@SmellsLikeNirvanna sad story is I got both the 1st gen of PC 360 G4me and the HD 58x, now I will have to get these to replace both so I don't have to choose between good sound or muffled sound with a mic ;)
@@laggmonstret Just get a modmic to stick on your good pair
@@laggmonstret Def get a modmic for your 58X. I run the 58X daily with a ModMic USB and the cans with that mic just work amazing. No complaints about my mic in-game and I can hear everything great in-game too.
@@adamk8376 only works for ps4. Xbox cant use usb connections without losing chat function. Been researching shit for weeks and no way to make it possible. For xbox one gamers, these are gonna have to do.
Come for the reviews, stay for the beard. Life goals :)
I couldn’t wear the GSP line head wise, but loved the new drivers. Bought a replacement for my game one some month ago :/ Waiting for pre order
Word is these will be in stock the morning of the 30th with NO pre-order this time. Just instant stock readyt to go.
Oh great can’t wait to try them out
OHHHHH man....love me some Sennheiser and love me some yellow. I've been on HD600s for a couple of years and love them, after living in HD590s for years. But, the wife is watching me closely after all the mice I've bought since finding this channel! Buying/trying mice ain't too bad on the wallet, but headphones are a different story! Wish there was some decent way to try nicer headphones out before buying!
Honestly the mic design I think is really convientant. When people want to talk to me while im on discord its extremely quick to mute, very useful.
Okay..... you by far are my favorite tech channel now. Thank you for your efforts. Stellar. My question..... I want to go with this headset. I’m coming from Steel Series 9X’s...... and I’m really not happy with them. Controls are shite imho, balance between game/chat , comfort etc....... but I’m on console Xbox One X, and I’d like to maybe take it to another level. Meaning add a Stack or a DAC/Amp....... overkill? Am I really gonna add enough to warrant the cost? And maybe I missed it in the review, but can I mic monitor with the 38’s? The monitoring is there on the 9X’s but severely lacking imho. And if I do a stack or a combo unit, which would you recommend? If that’s the route you think I should go that is...... I would love to hear your thoughts or any advice you can give. Thank you in advance for your time and for your content. It’s greatly appreciated.
they look absolutely dope with the yellow. I believe my 660S is still outperforming those to be fair, too bad cause I love the black/yellow
Its really gonna be a love it or hate it thing for the yellow. I personally enjoy it. And yeah, I'd be willing to bet the 660S is going to make these a non-issue for you.
of course your 500 dollar headphones are going to outperform these.
Your gaming pad looks amazing, there did you get it?
Just came across your channel and mannnn , I've never pressed that sub button so fast!! I just picked up this headset, what Dac/Amp would you recommend with their 28-ohm driver impedance??
Yeah get a cheap one like the Atom or L30.
Have you used the Beyerdynamic mmx 300? I was interested in hearing your input on that headset
Just seeing this video. I was using the original game zeroes for the last 5-6 years. The earpads fell to pieces exposing the foam and I was fine with that, but then the mic started creating a horrible noise. I ordered some game zeroes and they are fine, but I decided I wanted to try some game ones for the open back since I have NEVER tried them. I canceled the order for the game ones and am splurging on the PC38X now since I only buy a headset every 5-6 years. Excited to see how they sound and how different open vs closed is when gaming .. It will help with in game chat too since I can hear my voice better when speaking. EDIT: update - The PC38X are horrible for directional sound ... I can barely hear footsteps using the same settings as my game zeros ....
The 58x looks so classic tho. I don't mind the yellow, but even color aside they don't have that classic Senheiser shape etc. Still, if I needed an open back headset (instead of phones w/ a desk mic) I'd be coming to this, especially used in a year or two lol
I love your vids
Thanks!
I already have the pc37x and honestly don't see myself upgrading anytime soon. It was a steal at $100 and I added the short console cable for $14. So under $120 and I have a beast gaming headset. For $170 I would have liked to see a removable mic and a few more color options. The yellow isn't going to be for everyone. Needs a white color option for sure and an all black. It is nice that they include the short cable for console use. Edit: Would like to add that the pc37x paired with a Schiit Fulla 3 is very hard to beat at that price point for a PC setup
Is your mic quiet? I just got the pc37x and I’m using them on the Xbox series s. The mic picks up my breathing just fine but my voice sound is low
How does it compare to the Beyerdynamic MMX300?
Thanks Brian for the review the headset looks solid any amp you recommend to go with this headset?
A cheap one like the Hel will do fine.
Should do a review on the creative Sxfi gamer headset! There’s not much reviews on it and it’s been released fairly recent
Name it "Cyperpunk 2077 Limited Edition" and everybody will but it.
This post aged poorly ;)
@@beliveinurself sure did
Nice, I need to get me a set. Going to wait til ppl start selling used ones for much less on reddit.
god i miss my game one's when watching this, must have been the best sounding + longest living gaming headset i have owned. just a shame mass drop dont have a warehouse within EU, its a pain to import stuff :)
Are you ready? Let’s go.
Hey! What's your second monitor that's in portrait mode? Is that the stock stand for it?
@BadSeed Tech Hey, nice review, many thanks for this. 👍 What would you prefer? The recently tested Razer Blackshark V2 Pro or the PC38X from Sennheiser? In terms of sound quality and competitive gaming? Thanks!
Sound quality only? Definitely the PC38X.
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Hey Brian would these be your reccomendations for Ps5 gaming? Need something that doesn't require an amp so that rules out the k7xx. Would love a top 5 list for console gamers.
If I'm looking for something wireless, what would you recommend that's similar to this in quality/price point? I'm willing to spend a couple hundred bucks. The yellow is kind of a turn off, and I would prefer wireless. 2.4Ghz, and if it has bluetooth ALSO, even better, but not 100% nec. Cheers brother! Always great content
I know this is an old video but I still want to give my early toughts. I bought these yesterday and since I live in the eu and they recently closed their inventory in the eu. I have to pay a premium and wait several weeks. I got a 20 dollar coupon so I saved some. 15 dollar shipping and 5 dollars of the headset. So for most people this headset is 169 usd. For me with taxes which I will have to pay second hand after they arrive, they are 200 dollars. I was aware of this when I ordered them. Sometimes it sucks to live in Europe. But that was the cheapest and easiest way to get a hold of them. Even if they where sold here the price would still be 200 usd. From what iv'e read and watched they come close to headsets way above 200 dollars. And they are one of if not the best gaming/music headset which is exactly what i'm asking for. I also do some video editing and occasional audio mixing. And since these have audiophile roots, I dont see a need to upgrade for the next 5 years+ it was very difficult to find a headset that has bass without it sounding muddy and gamingy, that are great for music and capable of long gaming sessions, but also capable to be used as a work headset for video and audio editing. The closest I could find to these was the audio technica m50x but they where a bit to overhyped and not really the open back design I was looking for. And the s560 but they where to bright and the bass was more resembling the hyper x cloud alphas.
how do you like the headset? i see the on sale in the us for 119 right now i use them to play with apex legends '