A couple of questions. Must these be plugged in to work with 3D Tempest Audio?
What made you choose this headset over the 7X? For me, I guess it was being able to use it with my phone too.
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SteelSeries Arctis 7 vs Sony Pulse 3D headsets...
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What made you choose this headset over the 7X? For me, I guess it was being able to use it with my phone too.
They work over a usb dongle, so they are "plugged in" as far as the PS5 is concerned. Tempest audio will work.
I went with the 9 because it has the Bluetooth that mixes audio from my iPhone or iPad in with the game audio.
I didn't buy the 9x because I'm not an Xbox guy and don't need it work with an Xbox.
I just bought the Arctis 7 from amazon. It isn't the P or the X but from my reading it should work fine for Pc and Ps4/ps5. I don't care about Bluetooth so it saved me some money. Looking forward to it. I've had my current headphones for like 5 years and they hurt my ears.
Funny, I was looking this exact thing up earlier today. Think I'll give the 7X a try, eventhough the SX won't get here at launch.
I just ordered the 7x, did I make a mistake? What in particular is better on the 9s if you can give me a quick summary? Thanks.
Is there a headset that can do both xsx and ps5? I will have both consoles and it would be nice to switch between them with one headset without changing dongles. Does something like this even exist on the market?
I just started using my 3D Pulse in a party on PS4 and the entire group noticed I had a new mic because it sounded so shitty. They said it was like I was talking through a tin can and sounded robotic and far away. That's with the microphone level all the way up.
I'm starting to regret these. I already have a pair of Logitech G430s and it seemed to work fine and sounded great. Now I'm reading about these Arctis brand and they're not much more expensive than the 3D Pulse.
I don't understand though, is the Pulse meant to be the only set capable of taking advantage of the Tempest audio? Will my G430 do the same? Why do they sound so shitty to the other party members, is it something I need to adjust??? This isn't really talked about in reviews, it's mostly just about how great they sound taking advantage of the 3D features.
I'm starting to regret these. I already have a pair of Logitech G430s and it seemed to work fine and sounded great. Now I'm reading about these Arctis brand and they're not much more expensive than the 3D Pulse.
I don't understand though, is the Pulse meant to be the only set capable of taking advantage of the Tempest audio? Will my G430 do the same? Why do they sound so shitty to the other party members, is it something I need to adjust??? This isn't really talked about in reviews, it's mostly just about how great they sound taking advantage of the 3D features.
Arctis 7X has a USB dongle for the wireless connection.
7X can be used on pretty much every platform, Xbox, PS, Switch, PC, Android, iOS... via the wireless dongle totally lag-free.
Arctis 9X has built-in wireless Xbox audio for the wireless connection.
9X can be used on Xbox (Xbox wireless), PC (Xbox Wireless dongle for PC), and mobile (Bluetooth, lag city). Reports are that it MAY work on Playstation wired, but that the mic might not work, even wired.
Edit: on the 9X from Rtings. "These headphones are audio-only compatible when plugged into a PC or a PS4 controller, and you won't be able to use your microphone. However, they're also compatible with PCs that have Xbox One Wireless Technology."
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The main draw of the Pulse is it's integration with the system. The bonus appears to be that it punches somewhat above its weight handling game audio compared to comparatively priced headsets, according to the reviews I've seen anyway.
What are the best headsets to buy for switch, ps5 and series x? Arctic pro? I'm currently using a Arctic 3 Bluetooth which I'll keep for monster hunter rise but would like an upgrade.
Woah! I'm very interested in this. When I'm playing GT Sport, I like to listen to a personal Apple Music playlist from either my iPhone or iPad. Are you saying with the 9 version of the SteelSeries I will be able to listen to my Apple Music playlist as well as the game audio from GT Sport? Also would the 9s work with the Switch?
Yep, it has 2.4ghz wireless and simultaneous Bluetooth, mixed together. And yeah, it works with the Switch while docked. Check it out.
Arctis 9
The SteelSeries Arctis 9 wireless gaming headset has premium surround sound, a long lasting battery, and dual wireless + Bluetooth capability.
steelseries.com
I got the SteelSeries 7's after trying a good handful of wireless headsets earlier in the year in prep for the PS5.
It is by far the comfiest set I tried. Between the soft mesh ear cups and the ski strap headband thing, it's never fatiguing.
My biggest concern with the 3D Pulse headset is the pleather ear cups. YMMV but any headphones I've tried with that kind of material make my ears way too warm over time and my ears get sweaty. Not ideal for something potentially used for long gaming sessions.
It is by far the comfiest set I tried. Between the soft mesh ear cups and the ski strap headband thing, it's never fatiguing.
My biggest concern with the 3D Pulse headset is the pleather ear cups. YMMV but any headphones I've tried with that kind of material make my ears way too warm over time and my ears get sweaty. Not ideal for something potentially used for long gaming sessions.
Pretty much this. For $99, it's wireless and just works, plus it is a decent sounding one at that according to many.
Yeah, that's the one difference I noticed when researching the 7P compared to the 3D Pulse... the Arctic has no way to work in wired mode, so virtual 7.1 audio on console isn't possible. For native PS5 games it isn't an issue due to Tempest 3D tech, but when the PS5 is in PS4 Pro BC mode, won't that feature be missed with 100% wireless headphones (including the 7P)?
This may be silly but the only thing stopping me from getting the Arctic 7p is that micro usb charging port.
I'm at a point now where no other products will use micro usb. Why couldn't they just charge using USB-Type C? :/
I'm at a point now where no other products will use micro usb. Why couldn't they just charge using USB-Type C? :/
I don't understand the hate for micro USB. Sure, USB-C is better and easier to work with, but it's a hardly a deal breaker.
Still looking at 7x.
I think the cups might have green in them too?
How is the clamp force, and wobble. I thought someone else said clamp is meh and looking up and down could wobble.
And it's there any hiss?
I think the cups might have green in them too?
How is the clamp force, and wobble. I thought someone else said clamp is meh and looking up and down could wobble.
And it's there any hiss?
The 7X works on XSX, PS5, Switch and PC....all via the USB receiver.
The 7 works on all the ones above, but it's just last years model
The 7P seems to only work on PS5, Switch and PC.
Old 7s won't work on the Xbox. The 7P is pretty much a rebranding of the 7s (but I think the old 7s had a Game/Voice knob),
Only the 7X will work on everything due to the Xbox/USB switch on the receiver.
I don't think this is right. 7X and 7P are designated to the Xbox and PlayStation, respectively.
Unless that 7X works just fine on both.
So when i buy a 7x and connect the dongle to a usb switcher which is connected to both xsx and ps5 i can use the headset on both consoles?
No, there is literally a switch on the USB receiver. (not my image)
This is my thing with picking a new headset, Sony made a BIG deal out of their 3d audio, even suggesting sending molds of your ears or whatever nonsense. There's a part of me that wants to stick with my current headset until some 3rd party's can optimise to whatever's going off there.
No, there is literally a switch on the USB receiver. (not my image)
Thank you very much! This destroys the product for me unfortunately. Is this so uncommon to have both consoles and dont want to buy 2 headsets?
Manually switching the dongle from xsx to ps5 is something which i refuse to do.
I think this is due to Microsoft with their USB implementation. The 7X is one of the few headsets on the market that will support both consoles wirelessly (even if you have to get up to flip a switch). I still prefer this then having to buy 2 completely different headsets (but I'll rather my Arctis Pros supported Xbox wirelessly. I'll even pay for a new DAC/receiver for it).
Flipping a switch would be ok. Physically changing the dongle from the back of console A to console B is a no go unfortunately.
I'll probably just run a long USB to USB-C extension cable from each console to somewhere where it's more accessible to switch between them. Otherwise I'm still surprised there isn't a headset that allows you to have multiple dongles and switch between them with a button on the headset.
You can purchase another dongle from the Steelseries website so you never have to switch.
You're right...not sure what the advantage is to buying the 7 or the 7p at this point if the 7x has more compatibility options and is the same price.
The 7X works on all consoles, and the 7P doesn't according to their website
Arctis 7X Wireless Gaming Headset for Xbox
The SteelSeries Arctis 7X wireless gaming headset for Xbox is designed for Xbox Series X|S with backwards compatibility for Xbox One and has long-lasting 24 hour battery life.
steelseries.com
Arctis 7P Wireless Gaming Headset for PS5
The SteelSeries Arctis 7P wireless gaming headset for PlayStation is designed for PS5 with backwards compatibility for PS4 and has long-lasting 24 hour battery life.
steelseries.com
You're right. It says so if you scroll down but the quick summary leaves out that fact. Kind of odd. I guess they would rather customers get the headset for their desired console.The 7X works on all consoles, and the 7P doesn't according to their website
Arctis 7X Wireless Gaming Headset for Xbox
The SteelSeries Arctis 7X wireless gaming headset for Xbox is designed for Xbox Series X|S with backwards compatibility for Xbox One and has long-lasting 24 hour battery life.
Arctis 7P Wireless Gaming Headset for PS5
The SteelSeries Arctis 7P wireless gaming headset for PlayStation is designed for PS5 with backwards compatibility for PS4 and has long-lasting 24 hour battery life.
I saw they sell them. Do we know for a fact that you can do this and be synced to two receivers?
According to the manual, you need to start the pairing on a PC, so it wouldn't work like what you think.
The one thing you have to do is pairing the headset with the current dongle you want to use. There's a button on the side of the dongle for that.
Oh right. I forgot about that initial PC setup.
This is actually a good idea, thank you. Hmmm.. Now i am seriously considering cancelling my pulse 3d order. The tempest 3D audio is the same as on the pulses, right?
I've just bought a v-moda boom mic to go with my existing headphones.. Plugged it straight into my ds4 and headphone jack and it works great. I presume it'll work fine on the dualsense too. Just in case anyone is looking for other headset solutions, this may be a decent stop gap
I don't think anybody will fully know this until more people get their hands on a PS5 and test it, but I'd imagine that the tempest engine is the same thing as Windows Sonic, and DTS:X, where it will work on any pair of headphones as long as their are connected via the controller or USB (I'm also pretty sure Sony said this too).
EDIT: Found the blog post that says it: https://blog.playstation.com/2020/1...v-virtual-surround-sound-coming-after-launch/