New headset

[MasterP]

Ok so my Saitek headset is broke again and it’s out of warranty this time. I could probably fix it but it’s a real hassle. I need a new one.

 

So far I’ve used:

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16826504004

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16826102037

 

Aside from the whole dying thing, I was extremely pleased with both.

 

My requirements:

NO WIRELESS (dont even go there)

Can be either 3.5mm, USB, or both

Must have mic (concealable/detachable a plus)

Must cover entire ear (not the ones that sit on the ear and hurt after an hour)

Don’t care if it’s VoIP/skype/msn/vonage certified, that’s a sales gimmick

Only recommend things YOU would also be willing to buy *cough* Nickname *cough*

Less than $70 shipped

 

Right now I’m using a backup:

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16826265063

 

It’s ok but not great. I’m thinking about buying:

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16826265064

Amazon also has some of the eDimensionals for $60 shipped.

 

Thoughts? Recommendations? Fire away.

[MajorMajorMajor]

The AudioFX has great sound, but it likes to break itself. The mic was decent as well. They just seem to use a cheap plastic in it which was lame.

 

I really don’t like any of the headsets these days. It always seems the mic goes out well before the headphones do, so I in turn do them separated now. I wish companies had a try and buy policy because you really don’t know a headset until you pull a 24 hour stint and need that comfyness.

[MasterP]

MajorMajorMajor said:

I really don’t like any of the headsets these days.

Agreed. It used to be easy to tell the good ones from the bad but now they’re all over the place and even the >$100 ones are hit or miss.

 

I’m actually leaning towards getting another eDimensional AudioFX. The two I had lasted longer than any of the other headsets I’ve had over the years. They’re a bit pricey but they sound great.

[AMerrill]

http://www.amazon.com/Creative-Labs-HS-1000-Fatal1ty-Technology/dp/B001EVBUSK/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1305431549&sr=8-3

 

This is my headset and I LOVE it. It has all the features you want as well as the detachable mic. These are the most comfortable headsets I’ve ever worn. It’s right at $70 and looks like shipping is just $4.09. When I checked the circuit city website it looks like they only charge $2.99 shipping.

 

There is a similar cheaper one here: http://www.amazon.com/Creative-Labs-51MZ0310AA005-Fatal1ty-Headset/dp/B002DS4HTM/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1305431121&sr=8-1

I have never tried this one but I think the only difference is the sound blaster.

[newrayz]

once you win the lotto get these:

http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B001BIQROS/ref=pd_lpo_k2_dp_sr_1?pf_rd_p=486539851&pf_rd_s=lpo-top-stripe-1&pf_rd_t=201&pf_rd_i=B0032DOO4U&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER&pf_rd_r=0F5CKQFHSRV06MFBG2BQ

[MasterP]

MasterP said:

Can be either 3.5mm, USB, or both

Must have mic (concealable/detachable a plus)

Less than $70 shipped

<_>

[Nickname]

I love my plantronics .370s (http://www.amazon.com/Plantronics-Open-Ear-Stereo-Headset-370/dp/B000EZUE52) but I would not pay that price for them. I think I got them on some ridiculous sale about 2 years ago for maybe $15. Not sure how the ones you suggested compare but I would definitely get another plantronics set once this set dies/breaks (which I dont think will be anytime soon). I would even go as far as to say those gamecons you are looking at are probably what I personally would buy.

[MasterP]

Went with the Gamecom 367 I listed in the OP. Got it for $15 shipped from walmart.com using a gift card I had forgotten about

 

Thanks for all the suggestions.

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