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I'm really blown away by the Corsair's mic quality, I didn't know headset's mic could reach that kind of clarity level holy damn
Yeah wtf. I thought the Arctis sounded good, better than most other gaming headsets I had heard. When he started talking on the Corsairs, I thought he switched back to his professional mic, that's how good it sounded
Is the mic test the same on console?
You should listen to the xbox stealth 700 gen 2 (non max) being used on a pc, it is even better.
@@ryanb9038 just heard a mic test and It's pretty good, above average. but your claim is completely false.
@@Kannolias using the Xbox wireless dongle, I promise you it is. You may be thinking of it’s Bluetooth. Also, make sure you are not listening to the new max version as it’s mic is worse than the older non-max.
I got the HS80's coming from the Voids, could not be happier, Atmos being a huge plus and really good sound with a bit of tuning as this can be subjective, no rattling no distortion, amazing mic even in wireless, super comfy and I don't have the smallest head, the range is ok, picks up even on my ground floor, will rate 8\10
Might pick one up as well I have a Corsair void pro surround and want to go wireless
Do they work on Xbox?
@@christunzi7459 hs80's dont i think void pro might
Is battery life really 7 hours instead of advertised 20h ? A lot of people say it cant even reach 10h
@@kaant21 Had mine a while now, still going strong, no issues at all. Battery life is definitely close to 20 hours for me as i charge maybe once a week and use them each evening for 3 -5 hours, i do have the RGB off though, not like you can see it yourself anyway...
Awesome review. I’m leaning towards the Corsair HS 80 headset because I have the Void Pro Surrounds, and really like the earcup design and comfort. I also like the thumb wheel volume control, and the auto mute mic. Plus, the mic sounds absolutely amazing.
Bought the BSV2 Pro Wireless - White Edition because of your previous reviews about it. Love the style, the fit on the head, and also the BASS!
Recently picked up the artics 7 + thanks to your review of them. Previously was rocking the Corsair Virtuosos for a bit, but they were uncomfortable. They sounded amazing, but I couldn’t manage to make them comfortable. Thank you for your great content!
Agree with you
How is it so far? Any issues? I’m planning to get it this week
@@kazeaze2539 how is it? any issues? I'm also picking these up this week
Thank you so much for doing something like this. ESPECIALLY getting into specific gaming genres! Sorry I just asked this on your Kaira Pro PS5 post, but am I right that you never test with Tempest on PS5? Do you personally prefer NOT using Tempest? What are your preferred audio settings on the PS5...3D Audio On/Off, Linear PCM/Dolby/DTS)?
An In-depth review, quick, efficient, and supportive. This I can tell is an amazing channel. Subbed 👍
I actually just bought the Arctis 7+ a couple of weeks ago after watching your review (one of the few people that reviewed the + !). For me it was really between the Arctis 7+ and the Blackshark V2 Pro as I do not really like the design or the flip to mute of the HS80 and I don't like icue since the more recent update. I was using Blackshark V2 wired before that and LOVE them so almost went straight to the Pros but decided to do a little research for my first wireless set. Your reviews helped a lot and ultimately I picked the 7+ due to the USB C connectivity and thought Sonar looked fun. My ears stick out so the ear cushions were too shallow but I picked up some Wicked Cushions (the cooling gel type) and now they're super comfy and sound great. Your review makes all 3 sound so good though that it makes me want to just buy the other two also lol. Thanks for the video!
how do you make them sound good that he same headset that i had before and the i just got the 7+, the 7+ makes things like footsteps sound horrible and i hate watching videos with them because of how bad the quality is
Thank YOU - was waiting for this review and comparison for awhile. Hands down the best. I have Blackshark V2 X and it does hurt my sides near the cheek bones. I do use built-in mic a lot and so I want to give HS80 a try. Will wait for some sales.
I love you man, you finally did it! Been waiting for this one since the hs80 came out, love it!
awesome review! Helped me pull the trigger on those HS80s
Great reviews! Thanks for the content, finally a video that just gets to the point
proud owner of the hs80s here. bought them because of this channel and i have no regrets. best headset bang for the buck.
Outstanding review, one of the best channels I have seen for thoroughness and information in the reviews
No joke, these exact 3 headphones are my choices for a while now thanks for this!
HS80 for me - comfortable, excellent sound with dolby atmos, and if you put in a bit of effort tuning the mic with voicemeeter best headset mic out there - sounds almost as good as my Rode Podmic - and thats really an achivement...
thank you for your review, it was so good and really convincing👍🏼
Thank you for another amazing video, I literally couldn't decide which headphones I should get as you keep on switching between the pros and the cons of them. I think all of them are great after watching this video. Thank you for your effort. I will catch you in the next one!
whatd u get
@@lukemenard3225 got the blackshark, everything is rly nice about it except that the hinges became extremely squeak if i try to adjust them after just 2 weeks of godly care, it might just be my unit though.
@@deanyuan1812 Ok thx very much, not because of you, but because I alr have a steel series and havnt had a problem and I only game, I think im gonna go for the arctis 7+
Had the steelseries pro and loved the comfort and sound was best out of the 3 but being a couch gamer the pro wired was just a bit of a pain with the dac. The Corsair I couldn’t deal with the sound or the fit on my head due to larger earlobes. The razors were an okay headset the fit out of these 3 was prob in second place but the sound just sounded way too muddy for me. Now if you are an Xbox player yea I’d go steelseries 9x since the 7x has been discontinued. However I took your advice and bought the penrose x and put those gel wicked cushions on them and man the sound is like no other gaming headset I’ve used and the mic I have gotten nothing but compliments. So out of these 3 I’d choose steelseries 7 if I had to choose between the 3 if ps or pc playing and none of these if on Xbox.
Holy cow HS80 surprised me with its mic :o love your video review comparison!
This is the video that i was looking for Thank you techne❤️
Love my HS80 so comfy and the mic quality is just crazy
I got the HS80 from last year because of you & they are awesome
I personally bought the corsair hs80 for my birthday in early november, all thanks to your review. I've been loving it so much lately, mic is phenomenal same for audio, thank you so much techne!
Got mine for christmas, they are amazing.
how long does the battery last? That is the only thing I am worried about...
@@TheDaca23 20 hours. I think thats with the rgb off tho.
@@TheRealPunisher Yeah but its actually like 12. I've got mine set so when I take it off for a few minutes maybe to do a phone call or go eat, it automatically turns off, and that does save me battery.
@@undertheinfluence3716 i got mine to turn off when im not using it too lol
I bought the HS80. They're solid. Had to take out the band because I have a fish bowl for a head but they fit perfectly after that. Awesome that I was able to take it out.
Just going to say Atmos is pretty cool.
I love corsair’s HS lineup, they’re all so well made and not crazy expensive at all.
I'm considering the hs80 or virtuoso. You prefer the hs line? Any input appreciated
@@iSyre They’re both really good, but I don’t think the virtuoso’s are worth the price when companies like Beyerdyanmic make such great headsets even cheaper. But the beauty of the HS80 is that it’s built-in microphone is absolutely phenomenal, it’s literally better than a LOT of external mics that sell for $100+, and the sound quality competes very well with similarly priced options from the aforementioned beyerdyanmic. You really couldn’t go wrong with the HS80’s. They’re built great, great sound, have an amazing microphone, and affordable. Especially right now, I just checked and they’re selling for $115 right now. At that price they’re really hard to beat if you’re just buying them to use as a gaming headset.
@@charlesbrown4483 thank you for the informative reply!
I have a facination with all things audio, especially headphones. I own all three of these headsets, by far my favorite out of the three is the Blackshark V2 Pro. On a side note, I just took the plunge into Audiophile grade equipment and took your advice on the ifi Zen dac and amp and havent looked back since, its on another level. Thank you for all the amazing videos bro. Cant wait to see what kind of goodies we get this year.
what about hyperx do they have headset to challange these? i been using hyperx as first higher tier headset and was thinking to upgrade this year. rn got hyperx cloud alpha. friend bought bsv2 for like 200eur here and he said they are awesome
@@doki-_-7002 Unfortunatly I have not had a ton of experience with HyperX other then what you already have. I do know that HyperX has some of the most premium build quality for the price that I have seen. I would say that I enjoy my Blacksharks more then the Cloud Alpha, but everyone's ears are different and we each have our own likes and dislikes when it comes to sound. The best thing you can do is try your friends headset on and see if you like them better then what you have.
@@PandaGoBoo fair point thanks for answer
@@doki-_-7002 Also, The Techne has a ton of Videos on all the different HyperX headsets, I definetly recommend checking all those out along with some of his other headset/headphone reviews just to see if you can spot any major differences that may interest you.
@@PandaGoBoo yea I been watching him for almost a year not active but now and then I check out few of videos but will see if he made some that could help me find best pick for myself
I've had my Steel Series Arctis 5 for about 2 1/2 years and they sound great especially with the Sonar EQ settings. I gonna buy the 7+ next . I have no complaints just a little tightness in the cups by my ears and my head is regular size more on the smaller end. These things still sound and look brand new. Just a little yellowing on the side lids but what do you expect? I game like 10hrs a day. Great Video subbed a couple days back. Love your content.
gotta say, this man has gotten me obsessed with steelseries headsets, i just got a pair of arctis 7+'s and i am absolutely loving them. every gaming headset i have used doesnt come anywhere close and i dont think im gonna upgrade for at least a few years
What do u love bout them
Corsair Virtuoso XT still great. Thanks to your recommendation!
I’ve always said if you’re someone like me who only cares about directional sound like footsteps and being able to hear them well left, right, above, behind etc then no matter which headset you buy, even the most expensive ones you’re going to hear footsteps from around 28-34 metres in games like Warzone. Of course louder the headset gets, louder you’ll hear the footsteps from whatever distance you’ll start to hear footsteps with that headset. I’ve been using the Astro A20 and they’re amazing and definitely punches above it’s price tag. I used own the SteelSeries Arctis Pro Wireless and they’re amazing, because of the higher frequency response and how loud they get and combined with being able to adjust your EQ via the dac, those footsteps are super loud. It still makes no difference to tue distance, but Arctis Pro Wireless is one of very few headsets you can hear footsteps from around 34 metres away in Warzone. I stopped using the SteelSeries, because 2 of them went wrong and drivers stopped working or disconnecting. After plenty research and speaking to people and SteelSeries, it turns out the problem was listening to them at max volume which eventually causes something to disconnect in the drivers from the vibration max volume causes, which defeats the object selling a headset for £300 that can’t handle max volume. However, I recently bought the SteelSeries Arctis Pro Wireless again and I seriously didn’t realise how much I was missing. Perfect EQ adjustment to my ears and loud volume, everything including footsteps are so loud and precise. I’ve learnt to adjust the EQ to accommodate lower volume at around 80% as I don’t want to experience the same defect by listening to them at max volume. At 80% it’s still louder than pretty much all other headsets.
Thanks man this really helped me 🙏🙏😃
got the blackshark for christmas, love every moment
I really love the HS80 especially the mic quality was amazing.
Arctis 7+ all the way! i had the 7 for like 5 years and it was by far the best wireless headset i have ever had! just got my 7+ and now im waiting for em to be delivered..im excited!!
This definitely helped me decide to get the corsair!
If I could have the HS80 mic on the Arctis 7 that would be my ideal headset. I was going to pick up the HS80 until I wore them-they just aren't comfy for me in the least.
i have absolutely no experience using the razers or the corsair headphones, but i love the quality of the steel series. My only gripe with them is that long usage of the Steelseries hurts my ears a fuck ton with them resting on the drivers for so long, but the quality of the sound is great.
Based on a previous review I bought the Steelseries Arctis 9 X for £100 which I think equates to $133 over the moon wouldn't mind Ann equaliser set up video from you fella especially for the DTS mode and the enhanced equalisation... Look through the back catalogue and can't seem to find that... Keep up the stinkin cozy good work...
The ear cuffs on the black shark v2 did press hard on my head and were bad to wear longer than 30 minutes. I ordered 3rd party replacements from Misodiko (the only company that has ear pad replacement for this headset). My ears don't get as warm after 1+ hours of gaming and I don't feel that pressure on my head anymore. And yes... I do have a larger head, my football helmet was wider than most helmets if that helps give perspective. With that said, after replacing the ear cuffs, I give the headset a 8/10 for $100 or less range. Something I've had trouble getting used to is the button placement on the headset. I find myself often searching for the buttons instead of being able to find it fluidly or after 3 seconds of feeling around.
I love my Blackshark V2 Pros. The biggest thing I love about it though is that 3.5mm port. If my headset dies, I just whip out the cord that comes with it and plug it into my controller and be good to go. If the HS80 had that, I'd probably prefer to have that one. Great video though!
Not a problem on PC
HI techne, so i just read about steelseries arctis pro headset and they said like " The connection itself is metal but it is encased in plastic. I had a Steel series headset previous to this one and it was the longest lasting headset that I have owned. Their build quality is sound if nothing else." so it's actually good in a long time of use.
Question, including all the ones in this video, will virtuoso XT/SE or nari ultimate be better in any ways? I like to have music playing on the background while playing any games, so I would prefer one that can also be used for listening to music or watching videos
Passive or noise cancelling is also important to me and very rarely mentioned in gaming headset reviews if at all. I think it is a very important subject to be considered, and also wear and tear is a big thing too, but I get you don't have to live with them mostly only what you pick for few month to be daily driver.
I have a set of Audeze Mobius and they are fantastic but a need to live in a studio all the time or they amplify outside noises too.
I’ve been using the blackshark v2s for about 3 months now and there insane. Definitely would pick them
yeah, no matter how many headsets I test and it's been at least 7 I'm always coming back to Blacksharks. Great overall sound, very light weight and perfect fit. I also like the volume knob. I have it set to a certain level and when I power them on it's always the same. That's why I'm not a fan of continuously scrolling volume wheels.
thanks for the vid man keep it up 💪
Got the hs80 a few days ago on sale for £99.99 on spring sale,upgraded from the void as didnt like the fact the voids had micro usb or how loose they were on the head and got to say im blown away on the mic quality and sound on this headet and how comfortable they are love them great all around headset
Steel series 7+ Looks clean ...awesome review brother
As you've mentioned, it really boils down on which features and advantages that you need or want. These 3 were definitely among my choices before I bought mine. And I bought the Arctis 7+ for the things I need and want: * Build - much solid build for me compared to the Blackshark, and I am not that delicate on my things haha * USB-C dongle - I can use it on my mobile phone/Switch when I travel * UBS-C charging port - fast charging, and almost all of my devices use USB-C * 30 hrs battery life - I don't charge my headset everyday, but I only need to charge it around 1-2 times a week * Overall sound - I play more competitive games, and the customized EQ settings are saved on the headset * Software - the app gave me better customization with the EQ for various games that I play, tho it can actually be used by any headset * Minimal mic but still accessible - I use a separate mic on a boom arm when I game, but I can still use the retractable mic for work or zoom calls on my phone At the end of the day, you can never go wrong with any of these 3 headsets as long as you know the features you need/want, and do your research well. Another great content, good Sir! Keep it coming!
I own the Arctis Pro (better version of the 7+ with high-res audio cert) and all I can say is that I hope you got an extended warranty if you don't absolutely baby your headsets. Steelseries has some planned obsolescence in their headsets in the form of a design flaw that causes them to break far sooner than they should unless you really baby them, but even then, they WILL break on you no matter what. The hinges are sitting in a thin plastic shell and that casing cracks on EVERY Arctis headset, just go on reddit and search "Arctis broke". I bought a 4-year extended warranty for my Arctis Pros for that reason. I have really babied mine for 2 years, but I notice that mine have the exact same stress fracture now that happens to everyone's Arctis headsets, even though I made sure to always pull on the band, not the earcups, when putting them on so I put the least amount of stress on the hinges. I would not recommend supporting Steelseries until they stop with their anti-consumer practices. They are well aware of the design flaw but refuse to fix it because they know most headsets will break just outside the 1year warranty window and then you have to buy another pair. It's really messed up that they still refuse to simply add some rubber or metal to reinforce the hinge area even though there are literally hundreds, if not thousands of complaints about this flaw online.
@@jamesw657 this is what steelseries has been doing for past 10 years. I owned siberia headset, siberia v2, and siberia heat orange cus they were the standard for CS back in the days, but they all broke after the warranty ended. Seems like the usual for them.
As far as the Arctic go you need to order the velour ear cups directly from steelseries. Makes them as comfortable as Astro A40/A50. The complaints about the artics are real. I’ve got a small head and got pressure headaches from them. The default ear ups are terrible. Get the velour ones, you won’t regret it.
Do they make the headset sound any different? Looking to pick them up to make my 7+ more comfortable.
@@thewilltoplay7988 They let in slightly more background noise but nothing too serious, just means you need less side tone to hear yourself speak and they breathe better. As far as direct sound from the speakers go, i havnt noticed any difference. The difference in comfort is night and day. The shipping cost more than the new cups. I paid around $40 aussie dollars in total. Let me know how you go with them if you decide to purchase:)
Are you also going to review the Arctis 7X+ any time soon? It seems to be almost new as I got stated by the steelseries support and on their website they promote the 7X+ to be compatible with every platform. I would really like to know if this is true and if the headset is worth buying it.
i plan to get the white blackshark v2 pro for the audio but MAINLY for how good it looks i was a long time steelseries arctis 7 user until they broke on me so i’m used to the sportsman like material for the earcups
You'll love them. I've tested so many and I'm always coming back to Blacksharks. That frequency range makes the sound so immersive.
Had the Arctis 7x and recently tried the HS80, but for some reason it was uncomfortable for me, caused a pain after use on my right ear. Recently picked up the Alienware AW920H and really like them. Software is meh, but everything else has been great and has bluetooth so I can toggle back and forth and use them for work and personal.
Sorry this is a bit late but I also found the HS80s really uncomfortable. It’s not for the same reason as you but I constantly felt a ton of tension on the top of my head. I recently picked up a black shark v2 pro and I love it.
I need a wireless headset mainly for fps gaming with the new call of duty coming out. I need voice and game volume as a must. What headset should I be getting? I’ve got about £200 to spend on one. It’ll be for ps5. Steelseries look promising but not sure which ones to to for ? All very confusing. Great video
Been with the HS80 now for over a year, of which the purchase was guided by Techne's videos. Absolutely no qualms with it, aside from lasting durability of the ear pads. The fabric eventually started to separate from the back of the ear pads. A little hot glue fixed them right up, in a more permanent way. Great sound in game, or while listening to music and also just a STELLAR mic.
I always thought why are people not attempting to glue the fabric back on. First comment I ever read where someone mentioned this. Great job my man 👏
@@Kaiser187 A man of fine taste, I see. Carry on good Sir.
@@nickcampbell2222I bought the new razer blackshark v2 pro (2023) did i do a mistake or should i have bought the corsair hs80 or the steel series nova 7x
@@krymox4461 it depends what you want it for. Tbh I wouldn't be able to help you with a choice without trying all of those. I stand by the hs80 but you will get another headset eventually right? 😊
Does the mic have issues with picking up controller clicks and similar sounds? My PS5 controller is insanely loud
Hs80 is wonderful if you're a PC gamer with a medium head. Use ICUE onlyfor RGB settings, and DOLBY ATMOS for sound is a must.
I just made the purchase to get the cloud 2 wireless based on your review vs the blacksharks. I have the wired cloud 2’s and you can’t beat that competitive sound they provide
I just returned that headset, I liked the sound but it was very uncomfortable for me. It felt heavy and it hurted my ears after using it for a couple of hours
@@thainoodleboii damn that’s really suprising. I’ve been using the regular cloud 2’s for years and had no complaints with comfort to each their own I guesss. What headset did you end up with?
@@D4VIEES Still looking around with lots of reviews, haven't fully decided yet.
CORRECTION!! THE CORSAIR HS80 HAS 50MM DRIVERS, NOT 40MM! I have owned or used all 3 of these, well, the Arctis Pro, not the 7, but they're al solid headsets. I'm currently using the HS80 and I gotta say they are my favorite headset that I've owned. They get incredibly loud, like I never have to turn them above 50%, but with the other two, I could turn them up to the max just fine. The HS80 also has the best microphone of any headset I've ever used, wired or wireless. It's pretty incredible how good the mic is for a wireless headset. The build quality on the HS80 is the best of all three BY FAR. They have a metal band and metal hinges, and they are very sturdy. The Arctis unfortunately has a design flaw that make them break a lot easier than the other headsets. I love my Arctis Pro, but they are fracturing in the same spot that everyone's do because they have a design flaw that Steelseries refuses to fix. The Corsair HS80 has the best sound imo, with 50mm drivers and a frequency range of 20-40,000 so they are also high-res certified. The surround sound on the Corsair is excellent as well, better than the other two imo. They also come with Dolby Atmos, which is a nice little bonus. The Corsair HS80 has a 10-band EQ and you can switch between 6 different EQ presets right on the headset as well. I can't stress enough how great the HS80s are and if you want an amazing mic then it's definitely the best choice of all 3.
Your right . 50mm drivers ..but overall good review
If you think the wireless HS80 mic is good then check out the wired version for half the price 👀
@@_________9996 No difference in sound quality. Wired doesn't get Dolby Atmos for free either. Wireless is better.
Arctis all the way! I tried the Blackshark and it was already pretty nice, but the sound quality wasn't really a step up from my 6 year old Creative Fatality (think it's Inferno now). It also squished my head. The arctis is perfect for me- the strap headband applies pressure evenly, they don't press hard on your head, the mic (and noise cancelling software) is excellent, and the sound quality (and software) is on par with and above the Blackshark and Creative Fatality. The design is also really cool imo. They're awesome.
I was sold on the steelseries after watching quite a few review videos.. really unfortunate the 7X is out of stock. I need a wireless headset that will work with both my PC and my xbox.. the options out there seem extremely limited. Based on what I have seen it seems like the 9X isn't as good as the 7 series which makes me nervous based on price. Thinking of getting the Rig 800 pro HX headset. Seen decent reviews on it, but also feel I'm backed into a corner haha
Great video! Do you recommend any EQ settings for the HS80?
holy hell that corsair mic quality.. amazing sounding mic if you want to have a small stream setup and don't have room for a desk mic.
Thank you for this vid !
thanks you very much, this is very usefull
I have V2x’s. (Don’t need wireless) and they’re phenomenal for $50 and when on sale they go as low as $29.99.
Techne going back to the red dragon headset which one would u choose between the h510 zeus / H520 icon and the zeus x with usb for console specifically for ps4 ? Please need your feedback before i decide to buy your opinion will make decision much easier. Please and thank you.
I love my black shark V2 X. Super comfortable and good quality sounds if you are playing call of duty warzone.
I've been looking for a headset for a while now, and after checking for weeks I still havent decided, but its actually been between Razer Blackshark v2 Pro (2023 model) and Logitech G Pro x2 lightspeed, sadly I am the person who wants it all, the razer offers the best mic obviously, because its very good, the logitech lacking a bit on mic but they do apparently win on comfort, sound is a bit hard to tell, but depending on preference I believe. Good thing about logitech is that it brings both leather and texture ear pads, but if you'd rly want the razer and you had a issue with the ear pads you could always buy the cushins you are recommending. What brought me here is actually the HS80 Wireless headset, I am tempted to buy this headset too, the good thing about this headset is that I can get it for about 90 euro, its on a discount from 150-200, meanwhile the razer and logitech is from 250 to 300. What I'm very curious about is the MIC quality on the new razer 2023 model vs this HS80, are you able to perform a test like this, I think a lot of people would be interested in looking at this, I've seen people saying the HS80 do have the best microphone out there, but this was before the 2023 mode released, but to be fair I think they are pretty similar when it comes to quality, its just a bit hard to compare them from different videoes etc. I had this worry about battery time also, thats why I did consider the Razer for its 70hrs but as you say, 20hrs is plenty on the hs80 as long as you just charge it every day to second day. I hope that you can do a test on these mics before the discount on the HS80 runs out in september, i havent found any videoes of it so far, probably because the razer is still pretty new and people didnt bother to test a old vs new, but would appreciate it!
Can't wait for the Hyper X Alpha wireless to come out so you can review those ;)
i love your headset reviews, only reviewer that care about those who wear glasses, not even the manufactors care about those wear glasses. wearing glasses make alot more pressure then nonwearer and manfacors never care to "TEST" them with glasses before release it. Keep it up!
What headset in the world would you say is best for competitive gaming? Along with wired and wireless? Also what headset out of the razer v2 and astro a40 mix amp Pro is best
Is the arctis 7+ the only steelseries with the share audio function? or does the arctis pro wireless and arctis 9 have them as well? Thank you in advance for the help
As a gamer who games allot daily , my favorite headsets to get are the turtle beach, astros, steel series.
To HS80 users, what's your EQ for fps competitive games? Can't really seem to find the right EQ for me
I got the blackshark but they gave me headaches and ear pain on my left ear becuase of the strong clamping force. This pain would occur after about a half hour. I even stretched them out over the box they came in over a weekend but they still gave me headhaches and earpain. I do wear glasses and have a largerish head which doesn't help
I still have my Corsair Hs70 pro. Love it.
I think I'd want the HS80. Sadly though I also play on xbox and I'm pretty sure there's no way to use them on the system. I'd rather get a headset that I can use on everything
None , just replaced my G230s off eBay for $18 because I stepped on mine by accident. Just LOVE them and their 10 foot cord. Sound GREAT with a cheap USB DAC , including the mic. Can wear for HOURS and not notice them. Logitech hit a home run with these. Later versions where they changed the model numbers have inferior , shorter cord and inferior ear pad coverings. The newer models also have the inferior on earcup volume/mic control. Mine is inline. G230s for life !
Gracias por la guia, seguramente compre los HS80
I loved the black shark v2 pro. I’ve returned 3 pairs because the software is broken. Sidetone doesn’t work also when you mute or unmute there is no sound.. Razer software has been broken for months with no response from the Razer team. For that reason alone I would probably pick one of the other options. Thank you the great review.
Get the HS80 if you are on PC. It's a great all around headset once you use Technes EQ
I have non of this issues wtf
@@mahdisarrami9904 So just because you are not experiencing it, doesn’t mean it doesn’t exist. You can google to see many other people are having this same problem. But you are lucky to not be having this issue.
Is this a pc problem
Razor synapse has always been weird for me, I had a mouse that refused to connect for years with the software and just recently it was recognized.
As a ps4 gamer, should I go from the v2 pro to the steal series? didn’t realise I can’t change eq settings on ps4 with the blackshark
I'm currently in the market for headset. I think I'll go with the Arctis 7+. Thank you for the amazing videos.
I own both the Arctis Pro (better version of the 7+ with high-res audio cert) and HS80, and I can safely say that the HS80s are superior in many ways. Steelseries has some planned obsolescence in their headsets in the form of a design flaw that causes them to break far sooner than they should unless you really baby them, but even then, they WILL break on you no matter what. The hinges are sitting in a thin plastic shell and that casing cracks on EVERY Arctis headset, just go on reddit and search "Arctis broke". I bought a 4 year extended warranty for my Arctis Pros for that reason. I have really babied mine for 2 years, but I notice that mine have the exact same stress fracture now that happens to everyone's Arctis headsets, even though I made sure to always pull on the band, not the earcups, when putting them on so I put the least amount of stress on the hinges. I would not recommend supporting Steelseries until they stop with their anti-consumer practices. They are well aware of the design flaw but refuse to fix it because they know most headsets will break just outside the 1year warranty window and then you have to buy another pair. It's really messed up that they still refuse to simply add some rubber or metal to reinforce the hinge area even though there are literally hundreds, if not thousands of complaints about this flaw online.
@@jamesw657 Thank you for bringing this up. I have been seeing mostly good reviews about the arctis line so it would be wise to check out the other side of the review spectrum. I will definitely check it out and do a little more research before buying. Much appreciated :)
Steelseries is a danish company and warranty in the EU is 2 years, so it would absolutely make no sense to build them to break after one year... That would be very expensive for them.
Mr. Techne, Brooooo...I'm lost on what $50-$60 gaming headphones to get. I'm subbed to your channel and went thru a butt'load of your vids and can't decide if I should go with the Red Dragon Zeus, Red Dragon Icons or the Razor BlackShark V2X (I'm on PC). Looking for a great mic and not alot of bass! Pleeeeez let me know your pic bro! Thank you. P.S,....I mostly play COD Warzone & Battlefield games and talking with team is a must.
Arctic pros great sound quality just not for people with big head just bought them yesterday taking them back today because they are too tight for me.. any recommendations for headphones for people with big? heads
hey you one question , i would like to buy my first wireless headset but rn I'm not sure about it do u know any long term test if the battery life decrease over time ? i guess it should be a normal lithium ionen battery like in smartphones and there battery decrease in time use the more u load it, because i normaly would like to use my headset for more then 3 years before need ti buy a new one xD my GSP 300 now i use for 6 years and that should be the lifetime of my new headset too
I tried all three of these, they were all great but I had countless issues with static and connection drops with the steel-series, super unreliable. The Hs80s were really good but on some songs and situations the bass would rattle and it would sound awful. I found that the middle ground was the black sharks and their connection is really good with out the bass rattle and they’re super comfortable. Even though it’s not usbc realistically you don’t need to charge it that often so it doesn’t bother me.
Shame about the mic though 😏
@@b1gd312the default mic settings make this mic sound horrible but the mic on the blackshark is actually very impressive once tweaked properly in the eq. The downfall of the blacksharks at least in my experience are the forks that hold the earcups they eventually wear out and dont hold position.
I've not experience any issues with the studio grade mic on the HS80, but yes I'd take the more solid build of the corsair over the razer
@@b1gd312 i was referring to the blackshark having poor mic quality out of the box i should've clarified that. The hs80s i dont believe you can tweak but it doesnt need it the mic quality is amazing
Did you have some static sound in the background of your HS80's? Whenever I'm listening to noise in the headphones, I hear a white noise static sound. I'm leaning more towards buying the Logitech G733 because I hear they're a lot better for the extra $20.
I had my Blackshark for awhile. The volume knob is an issue. The right speaker dies and you have to mess with the knob to get it to work again. Other then that they were good while it lasted
On the steel series I only have less than half an inch on the strap for ajustability but they are fantastic
Review the Lenovo H600, they are a wireless headset for only $100. They have a lot of comfort and swivel. Usbc charging too.
the issue i have with Blackshark V2 Pros is, the power button is always somewhat loose and it rattles when you move your head at all.
I was considering the Kraken v3pro, the new Barracuda or the Blacksharks v2pro cuz my system is Razer and i planned to keep it. At first the Blacksharks v2pro was my choice, i already have a V2 wired and know they sound good and are confy but i dindt like the design/construction at all. 😒 But after watching this video im going for the HS80! 😁 A stinking cozy badge, 24/48 wireless, nice design and good construction! The pads and the cups are good for a more open and natural sound and i like it. The audio curve remember the Voids, almost a reverse V-shaped lol but for sure i can play with it trought EQ plus DolbyAtmos and smooth it. Cant wait to try these on next week! My last headsets were a Jbl Quantum800, a GSP370 and a Orbit S. After some time searching mainly for audio quality over everything.... i am finally convinced that i was wrong on this, and for me now Confort is KING!
Hey! I need help! Which sounded better in your opinion? HS80 or quantum 800?
Would a USB C to USB A adapter work with the dongle of Arctis 7+? My PC doesnt have USB C and I would love to still use it wirelessly.
Can you do a review of the VZR Model One hedset if you haven’t already?
For those who have tried all 3, which is the one that keeps the ears less hot? I currently have the xbox wireless headset and after a while playing my ears are burning
Damn, that's a great video!
every time I see you bend those headphones my stomatch churns XD its like watching xy riggs everything destroying expensive phones and having the feeling of "imagine thats my phone/headset" :) nice video and thanks for showing them :)
If i would need to pick one it would be the v2, but i'm sticking with the audeze for sure
The HS80 have 50mm neodymium drivers and not 40mm drivers. Also, the driver walls are angled so they match the shape of the ear. I have big dumbo ears. My ears never touch the driver walls of the HS80. Super comfy. Amazing sound. Mic audio is amazing for wireless. I've played all stinkin day on my day off and never had an issue with batterlife. Granted, I keep the LED off and volume at around 60% in Windows so that helps with power consumption. I use a V shaped EQ. I use them for Bf2042, BF5, WoW, and Rust. Phenomenal sound. All day comfort. Best headset I've owned. I have the arctis 3, Razer Blackshark V2 Pros and Baerdynamics DT770 pro 250ohm headphones. HS80 are still my all time favorite for everything.
Amazing headset. One problem. The sidetone is non existent. Absolute dealbreaker. Corsair hasn't done a thing about it either.
@jordanseymour3714 Ah ok. I don't use mic sidetone so good to know.
I've got HS80s, Astro A50s, arctis 7+, arctis pro wireless, and turtle beach gen 2 600s. I benge watched this channel and figured I would just slowly collect my favorite headset that he's reviewed and I would rank the A50s and arctis pro at about the same level but the pros have it all I love those Bluetooth and 2.4. the HS80s are so close to being just as good as the rest, all it needs is Bluetooth and it's the go to headset
I think you can help me then! I have a wired Hyperx Cloud II which I really love for about 4 yrs I think, and now I'm looking for an unwired headsets. I'm looking for a good headset model that works with mobile devices/consoles (xbox, ps, nintendo)/pcs being wired and unwired. Does any of your tests attend that? lol
Been using both the Blackshark and the Arctis myself, so I'd go with the Blackshark Hope I can afford that HS80 because of its godlike microphone xDDD