SteelSeries Arctis 1 Wired Gaming Headset – Detachable ClearCast Microphone – Lightweight Steel-Reinforced Headband – For Xbox, PC, PS5, PS4, Nintendo Switch, Mobile

I have a serious problem with wired headphones. For some reason, even wired headphones that I take very good care of end up with the wires getting pulled in just a way where one ear will stop working, or they only work when you twist them into a specific angle when plugged into your phone, etc... but these headphones are different. I wear my headphones almost 24/7 because I have autism and it helps soothe me, and I listen to loud music all the time as well as using them for gaming and using them for voice chats. These headphones can do it all. They are lightweight, affordable, AND I can wear them in bed while laying on my side for ages without feeling like my ear is going to fall off or explode. The removable microphone is very nice too as long as you don't lose it.I use these headphones every day and have been using them for over 3 years, only having to buy a single replacement pair whereas most headphones only last me like 4-5 months if I'm lucky, even ones at twice the price. The adjustable dial on the headphones themselves is perfect for quick adjustments, and the sound quality is very nice. I haven't noticed much sound leakage (sound escaping the headphones when turned up loud so other people can hear your stuff) compared to other headphones at the same price.If you're like me and you take even bare minimum care of your headphones, this pair will last you forever. I plan on just buying this set of headphones on repeat forever whenever I need a new pair- at least until they stop selling them, because I have NEVER found a pair that's as nice as these, especially on a budget. I would rate these headphones 100 stars If I could.

Best bag for your buck headset works amazing great sound quality and mic quality for gaming. High quality build for fraction of price of high end headsets

First of all, I do not use it to play games. I bought it for doing video calls mostly and listening to music in between, so my use case is a little different from other users. I bought a gaming headset for meeting because most "meeting-use" headphones with a boom mic are supra-aural, and I absolutely hate to have headphones clamping on my ears. Gaming headphones are usually circumaural and that works for my purpose.For meetings, the most important thing is the microphone and its ability to filter out external noise. The mic quality is pretty good, and it does a good job of suppressing background noise. I tested this by playing some loud music on some other devices while talking into the mic, and while the mic would still pick up the music, its volume is well suppressed, which is more than good enough to handle most noises in office environments, or kids screaming in the background. My voice is clear according to my coworkers, so this works very well.For music, while this is not bad, it is also not great. The bass department is a little lacking (I'm not even a basshead) , and the soundstage is also very narrow. If the soundstage is narrow for music, I wonder if it will do very well for games as well (I guess virtual surround sound would not translate very well on this headphone)The headphone is comfortable. Out of the box it clamps pretty tight but it quickly loosens up. It is however quite heavy. I ordered the HyperX Cloud Stinger https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01L2ZRYVE/ as well for comparison and that one is a lot ligher than this. While I don't think I will have problem wearing the SteelSeries the entire day, the HyperX is certainly better in the comfort department, although it looks uglier in my opinion., and if you read its reviews there seems to be serious questions about its build quality. I am probably keeping the HyperX and returning this one, hoping the HyperX doesn't break down quickly. However, if that does, I will certain order SteelSeries again

The first headset I received had a bad mic, but Amazon sent a replacement without issue, and the second one works perfectly fine.It's a nice headset...the ear pads are comfortable (I usually play for 3-4 hour sessions), the sound quality is good, and my mic sounds crystal clear when I record a message and play it back. The noise cancelling feature of the mic works well enough so that my squadmates don't hear my button mashing (like they do when I'm using my Turtle Beach Recon 70X).Compared to the $34 TB Recon 70X I mentioned above, this headset (I bought it for $50) is a significant improvement in quality for just a small increase in price, so it's well worth it.This headset plays nicely with both my newer (model 1708) and my older (model 1697) Xbox One controllers.

I was in the market for a new headset to replace my old Sound Blaster Recons and I have of course heard of Steelseriesbut couldn't afford them until recently I and wanted to try some but waited to give a review. In short, they're pretty nice. I mainly use them on my computer, but also play games such as Apex Legends, Just Cause3/4 and Monster Hunter World, but I think they really shine with music. They're very clear and don't get that crackling you might get with a cheaper pair if the music is too loud. The built in volume control and mute mic slider are both smoothe and strong, and the mic itself is detachable as well. The two downsides to the headset is A) It's does not come with a mic skirt(luckily I just used the one from my Sound Blasters) and B) It can pick up outside noise if it is lound enough. Also for all my fellow Four Eyes out there, the padding sits quite comfortably on my glasses for hours without feeling like they're squeezed, and still canceling outside noise. All in all totally worth the money. 10/10 would recommend.