Gaming headset, max $80

[Shtu]

Looking for a headset with a good quality mic, preferably detachable. Comfortable to wear for extended periods would also be great.

I know the hyperx cloud is a decent choice, just wanted alternatives.

Thanks

 

[timeconsumer]

You can get a set of nice headphones and use a clip-on microphone.

http://pcpartpicker.com/product/z6kD4D/sennheiser-headphones-hd518 are great for $70
https://www.amazon.com/Zalman-Zm-Mic1-Sensitivity-Headphone-Microphone/dp/B00029MTMQ $8 clip-on microphone

 

[Shtu]

You can get a set of nice headphones and use a clip-on microphone.

http://pcpartpicker.com/product/z6kD4D/sennheiser-headphones-hd518 are great for $70
https://www.amazon.com/Zalman-Zm-Mic1-Sensitivity-Headphone-Microphone/dp/B00029MTMQ $8 clip-on microphone

That's a slight problem for me as those tend to pick up a lot of background noise (cherry MX keyboard)

I guess maybe there isn't really any better than the hyperx cloud

 

[Themastererr]

The best value headset I've bought is the Creative Fatality's for 50$. I'm not sure if they still sell them, but those things were damn good for the money. Detachable microphone too.

 

[Shtu]

The best value headset I've bought is the Creative Fatality's for 50$. I'm not sure if they still sell them, but those things were damn good for the money. Detachable microphone too.

It's actually the headset I'm replacing, by far the best headset I've ever owned apart from issues with cross-talk. The wire finally broke so looking for a change 😀

 

[Themastererr]

The best value headset I've bought is the Creative Fatality's for 50$. I'm not sure if they still sell them, but those things were damn good for the money. Detachable microphone too.

It's actually the headset I'm replacing, by far the best headset I've ever owned apart from issues with cross-talk. The wire finally broke so looking for a change 😀

Noway lol my last pair as well. I went with the Logitech g230's this time. So much more comfortable and the mic sounds very clear.

 

[Shtu]

The best value headset I've bought is the Creative Fatality's for 50$. I'm not sure if they still sell them, but those things were damn good for the money. Detachable microphone too.

It's actually the headset I'm replacing, by far the best headset I've ever owned apart from issues with cross-talk. The wire finally broke so looking for a change 😀

Noway lol mine as well. I went with the Logitech g230's this time. So much more comfortable and the mic sounds very clear.

When you drop $1500 on a pc, $50 for a headset sure is appealing Cool might look into that one, thanks for the help

 

[timeconsumer]

Coincidences, I have one of those Creative's too. They use such small gauge wire that you really have to baby them. But it works really well for the money. I think I spent $30 for mine.

 

[J_E_D_70]

G430 might be good option as well. I have the wireless version (g930) and like them.

 

[Themastererr]

G430 might be good option as well. I have the wireless version (g930) and like them.

G430 uses the exact same hardware as the G230 and because it uses a digital dongle, the sound is actually worse. You're paying extra for software emulated surround sound. Not good.

 

[J_E_D_70]

Eye of the beholder I guess. I'm quite fond of the software surround compared to the previous stereo headset I had.

Sure a high end sound card with a headset that actually has surround speakers is swell but not worth the $ to my unrefined ears.