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product_id: 65592531
title: "EPOS I SENNHEISER GSP 500 Wired Open Acoustic Gaming Headset, Noise-Cancelling Microphone, Adjustable Headband with Customizable Contact Pressure, Volume Control, PC + Mac + Xbox + PS4, Pro –Black/Red"
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# German-engineered transducers for crisp, dynamic sound Adjustable headband with customizable contact pressure Broadcast-quality noise-cancelling mic with flip-to-mute EPOS I SENNHEISER GSP 500 Wired Open Acoustic Gaming Headset, Noise-Cancelling Microphone, Adjustable Headband with Customizable Contact Pressure, Volume Control, PC + Mac + Xbox + PS4, Pro –Black/Red

**Brand:** sennheiser
**Price:** $228.15
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## Summary

> 🎮 Elevate your game with sound that surrounds and comfort that lasts.

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- **What is this?** EPOS I SENNHEISER GSP 500 Wired Open Acoustic Gaming Headset, Noise-Cancelling Microphone, Adjustable Headband with Customizable Contact Pressure, Volume Control, PC + Mac + Xbox + PS4, Pro –Black/Red by sennheiser
- **How much does it cost?** $228.15 with free shipping
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## Best For

- sennheiser enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted sennheiser brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Tailored Comfort Fit:** Adjustable headband and breathable suede ear pads ensure all-day comfort for marathon sessions.
- • **On-the-Fly Volume Control:** Integrated earcup wheel lets you fine-tune audio without breaking focus.
- • **Immersive Open Acoustic Design:** Experience expansive soundstage and natural audio realism that puts you in the game.
- • **Precision Noise-Cancelling Mic:** Communicate crystal-clear with a flip-to-mute mic that blocks out distractions effortlessly.
- • **Seamless Multi-Platform Compatibility:** Plug & play with PC, Mac, Xbox, PS4, and more via universal 3.5mm jack.

## Overview

The EPOS I SENNHEISER GSP 500 is a wired open-back gaming headset engineered in Germany to deliver exceptional audio clarity and a wide soundstage. Featuring a broadcast-quality noise-cancelling microphone with flip-to-mute, an adjustable headband for personalized fit, and intuitive volume control, it supports PC, Mac, Xbox, PS4, and other consoles via a 3.5mm jack. Designed for long gaming sessions, its breathable suede ear pads and ergonomic build combine durability with comfort, making it a top-tier choice for immersive, professional-grade gaming audio.

## Description

EPOS I SENNHEISER’s GSP 500 gaming headset ensures a brilliantly enjoyable gaming experience. With an open acoustic speaker system, it delivers a high-fidelity sound with superb spatiality and realism as well as improved bass response. It also features a noise-canceling broadcast quality mic that ensures crystal-clear communication with a convenient lift-to-mute feature. Even during long gaming sessions, the GSP 500 has been designed to stay supremely comfortable. Its open, ventilated ear cup design and the soft fabric of its breathable ear pads help keep your ears cool, while advanced ergonomics ensure superior wearing comfort: Besides being incredibly robust, the GSP 500 is designed for comfort, as the GSP 500 features a double-axis hinge mechanism and adjustable contact-pressure headband for a customized fit. Cables are included for console and PC, and its optimized impedance make it ideal for gaming on low-power devices The GSP 500 is multi-platform compatible for gaming with PC, Mac, as well as consoles featuring a 3. 5 mm jack input. Pick-up pattern - Bi-directional ECM

Review: A Great Headset With Great Sound - I'm writing this review after having upgraded from my pair of Sennheiser Game One headphones. Those bad boys served me faithfully for 6 entire years. They didn't break, I just wanted to upgrade! Secondly, I'm writing this review after having tested the GSP 550s, and not having a good experience with surround sound's virtual implementation for headphones (which is a different conversation). TLDR; I think stereo is superior for headphones - keep surround sound designated for physical speaker set-ups. As I mentioned, I did not care for 7.1 surround on the Sennheiser GSP 550s, and found myself using the stereo mode exclusively. So I traded those in for this pair of cans (which, by the way, is technically identical to the GSP 550s, and cheaper - all that differs is the green paint job, and the included surround dongle, which can be purchased separately anyhow). The sound quality is fantastic - comparable to the Game Ones, but with more pronounced bass. Nothing is muddy - just improved! The microphone quality is also best-in-class for a gaming headset. I do have one complaint. For my ears, and likely yours, this headset lacks adequate headroom. In other words, I routinely max out the volume on the headset, and within my computer applications, and still desire to push the volume further. Yet, I cannot - it simply is not possible without buying an audio DAC/amplifier. That is my only gripe with these pair of cans - they aren't quiet...just not loud enough at times. The comfort and quality is also top-notch. This pair of cans is aesthetically quite different from the Game Ones, which were entirely plastic (and still constructed extremely well, there's a reason why they still work after 6 years). This pair of 'phones is built like a tank. The comfort is definitely there, but I will warn you that you'll probably need a few days to break these in. They were quite tight on my huge noggin for a bit, but now they fit like a glove. The soundstage is exceptional for a gaming headphone, and I feel that the open-back design is quite beneficial. TLDR; this headset is likely a worthy upgrade from whatever else you're using - I can pretty much guarantee it's better than whatever you have. This company has 70 years in the business. The sound and build quality is class-leading, too. Just be aware that to get the absolute most out of these, you may want to invest into a DAC/amplifier to give them more oomph. I definitely recommend these, and I am sure they will serve me as long as my beloved Game Ones. Cheers!
Review: UNREAL SOUND, REALLY! - Ok, I own more than a few high end gaming headsets, audiophile /modmic 5 combos and both Game one and Game zero. I WAS A BIT CONCERNED when I read all of the issues people were experiencing when it came to comfort. But I had to try the gsp 500,and im so glad i did. The audio for gaming simply feels more in tune than my dt 990 pros. ive tested these on sennheisers gsx 1000 and soundblaster g6 and g5 let me tell you its really really fantastic. the only problem I had was I forgot to lower the ohms from the Full setting of 600 on the g6 and g5 and was having mic issues in fortnite (to much power causing earcups to bleed sound into the mic, mic showed On constantly)As soon i i set the ohms to l low setting walllla perfection. this headset makes the very capable Game One sound very weak! it also blows away my beloved Audio Technica ath- adg1x ALTHOUGH, both those headsets are a bit lighter and more comfortable. These are not uncomfortable, the are just so adjustable that each time you put them on you will take 4 or 5 seconds to get it the way it feels good and then you forget about it . then the audio takes over!!!!!! think about this, if you are not a streamer or you have to have the best game audio andddddd u love sennheiser then these are it. I think that if Sennheiser reads these reviews and decides to make a gaming headset that looks and feels like the 600 series headphone with ONE earcup wire and the same great mic, they will sell just like the Game One did. (thousands!!!) pros- killer gaming and music audio, very good mic, 1 wire unlike my HD 58x jubilee modmic. cans takes a few seconds of adjustments to get it just right, but again once you do ,at least for me its awesome. I WOULD LOVE TO SEE sennheiser add a mic to the HD 600 with one earcup wire and keep it simple, this would be killer! to conclude I would still be using my hd 58x jubliee with mod mic 5 IF....... IT didnt have duel earcup wires along with the mod mic cable. Sennheiser are you listening? (

## Features

- SOUNDS DESIGN - German-engineered EPOS I SENNHEISER transducers ensure exceptional audio clarity with superb dynamics and extended bass response.
- FLIP-TO-MUTE MIC - A broadcast-quality, noise-canceling microphone cuts out breathing and background noise with a convenient flip-to-mute feature
- ERGONOMIC DESIGN - New headband design features adjustable contact pressure providing a customized fit for every user.
- VOLUME CONTROL - Intuitive, integrated volume control wheel on the earcup for on-the-fly audio adjustments.
- COMPATIBILITY - Compatible with PC, Mac, PS4, Xbox One and other consoles with 3. 5 mm jack input (some Xbox One controllers may require Xbox One Stereo headset adapter, sold separately).

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B07CK4J1SW |
| Additional Features | Noise Isolation |
| Age Range Description | Adult |
| Antenna Location | Gaming |
| Audio Driver Type | Dynamic Driver |
| Best Sellers Rank | #53,544 in Video Games ( See Top 100 in Video Games ) #1,161 in PC Game Headsets |
| Brand | Sennheiser |
| Brand Name | Sennheiser |
| Built-In Media | GSA 505 PC cable, GSA 506 Console Cable, GSP 500 open acoustic gaming headset, Safety guide, User Manual |
| Cable Features | Retractable |
| Color | Black, Red |
| Compatible Devices | PC / Soft phone, PS4, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, Mac OSX, PS5, Xbox Series X |
| Connectivity Technology | Wired |
| Control Method | Touch |
| Control Type | Volume Control |
| Customer Reviews | 4.3 out of 5 stars 874 Reviews |
| Ear Placement | Over Ear |
| Earpiece Shape | Over Ear |
| Enclosure Material | suede |
| Form Factor | Over Ear |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00615104301566 |
| Headphone Folding Features | Over Ear |
| Headphone Jack | 3.5 mm Jack |
| Headphones Ear Placement | Over Ear |
| Impedance | 28 Ohms |
| Item Type Name | Sennheiser GSP 500 Open Acoustic Gaming Headset |
| Item Weight | 12.64 ounces |
| Manufacturer | Demant Sound Epos Audio A/S |
| Model Name | gsp 500 |
| Model Number | GSP 500 |
| Noise Control | Active Noise Cancellation |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Sensitivity | 28 Ohm |
| Specific Uses For Product | personal, gaming, business |
| Style Name | Headset |
| UPC | 615104301566 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
| Warranty Description | 2-year international warranty |
| Water Resistance Level | Not Water Resistant |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** Sennheiser
- **Color:** Black, Red
- **Ear Placement:** Over Ear
- **Form Factor:** Over Ear
- **Impedance:** 28 Ohms

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## Available Options

This product comes in different **Style** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: What is the difference between the gsp 500 and gsp 600?**
A: Good day, and thank you for your question.  The GSP 500 has an open back ear cup, and the GSP 600 has a closed back ear cup.  Hopefully this helps, and have a good afternoon.

**Q: Can the 500, 550, and 600 be used to watch 4k uhd hdr dolby vision atmos 7.1 movies home theater?**
A: These are a stereo headset. They do not "simulate" any sort of surround sound. They will however work with any device that has 3.5mm headphones. I watch movies late at night with these plugged into my PS4 controller and the experience is very close to surround sound.

**Q: do they work on ps5?**
A: According to EPOS' website, they are indeed compatible with the PS5, as well as the Xbox Series X.

**Q: Will this headset connect to my andriod phone?**
A: Yes it will! This headset comes with 2 different cables. The first one is a dual 3.5mm jack, one jack goes into the audio port on your pc or laptop, the second jack goes into the mic port of your pc or laptop. The second cable this headset comes with is a singular 3.5mm jack cable that can connect both audio and mic feed through the single jack. Meaning you can use this cable to connect to a phone with a 3.5mm jack port or even a PS4 controller!

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A Great Headset With Great Sound
*by M***S on December 17, 2020*

I'm writing this review after having upgraded from my pair of Sennheiser Game One headphones. Those bad boys served me faithfully for 6 entire years. They didn't break, I just wanted to upgrade! Secondly, I'm writing this review after having tested the GSP 550s, and not having a good experience with surround sound's virtual implementation for headphones (which is a different conversation). TLDR; I think stereo is superior for headphones - keep surround sound designated for physical speaker set-ups. As I mentioned, I did not care for 7.1 surround on the Sennheiser GSP 550s, and found myself using the stereo mode exclusively. So I traded those in for this pair of cans (which, by the way, is technically identical to the GSP 550s, and cheaper - all that differs is the green paint job, and the included surround dongle, which can be purchased separately anyhow). The sound quality is fantastic - comparable to the Game Ones, but with more pronounced bass. Nothing is muddy - just improved! The microphone quality is also best-in-class for a gaming headset. I do have one complaint. For my ears, and likely yours, this headset lacks adequate headroom. In other words, I routinely max out the volume on the headset, and within my computer applications, and still desire to push the volume further. Yet, I cannot - it simply is not possible without buying an audio DAC/amplifier. That is my only gripe with these pair of cans - they aren't quiet...just not loud enough at times. The comfort and quality is also top-notch. This pair of cans is aesthetically quite different from the Game Ones, which were entirely plastic (and still constructed extremely well, there's a reason why they still work after 6 years). This pair of 'phones is built like a tank. The comfort is definitely there, but I will warn you that you'll probably need a few days to break these in. They were quite tight on my huge noggin for a bit, but now they fit like a glove. The soundstage is exceptional for a gaming headphone, and I feel that the open-back design is quite beneficial. TLDR; this headset is likely a worthy upgrade from whatever else you're using - I can pretty much guarantee it's better than whatever you have. This company has 70 years in the business. The sound and build quality is class-leading, too. Just be aware that to get the absolute most out of these, you may want to invest into a DAC/amplifier to give them more oomph. I definitely recommend these, and I am sure they will serve me as long as my beloved Game Ones. Cheers!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ UNREAL SOUND, REALLY!
*by A***R on November 17, 2019*

Ok, I own more than a few high end gaming headsets, audiophile /modmic 5 combos and both Game one and Game zero. I WAS A BIT CONCERNED when I read all of the issues people were experiencing when it came to comfort. But I had to try the gsp 500,and im so glad i did. The audio for gaming simply feels more in tune than my dt 990 pros. ive tested these on sennheisers gsx 1000 and soundblaster g6 and g5 let me tell you its really really fantastic. the only problem I had was I forgot to lower the ohms from the Full setting of 600 on the g6 and g5 and was having mic issues in fortnite (to much power causing earcups to bleed sound into the mic, mic showed On constantly)As soon i i set the ohms to l low setting walllla perfection. this headset makes the very capable Game One sound very weak! it also blows away my beloved Audio Technica ath- adg1x ALTHOUGH, both those headsets are a bit lighter and more comfortable. These are not uncomfortable, the are just so adjustable that each time you put them on you will take 4 or 5 seconds to get it the way it feels good and then you forget about it . then the audio takes over!!!!!! think about this, if you are not a streamer or you have to have the best game audio andddddd u love sennheiser then these are it. I think that if Sennheiser reads these reviews and decides to make a gaming headset that looks and feels like the 600 series headphone with ONE earcup wire and the same great mic, they will sell just like the Game One did. (thousands!!!) pros- killer gaming and music audio, very good mic, 1 wire unlike my HD 58x jubilee modmic. cans takes a few seconds of adjustments to get it just right, but again once you do ,at least for me its awesome. I WOULD LOVE TO SEE sennheiser add a mic to the HD 600 with one earcup wire and keep it simple, this would be killer! to conclude I would still be using my hd 58x jubliee with mod mic 5 IF....... IT didnt have duel earcup wires along with the mod mic cable. Sennheiser are you listening? ( 

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ GSP 500 Vs. Sennheiser HD 660s
*by K***J on September 11, 2018*

I purchased both HD 660s and GSP 500 to compare for purposes of PC Gaming: tldr: HD660s If you are shopping open backed headphones, you are most likely gaming from a closed, quiet, man cave like space or office. A word of caution regarding sponsored SteelSeries Arctis - make sure to research these outside of amazon... nuff on that. Initial impressions: I used lossless music for initial testing and then went in game. I appreciate, and love good sound but by no means an audiophile. For some reason one of my bigger hang ups was getting past the marketing of surround headphones. I learned that your sound card, windows, ect, will turn any headphone into surround should you choose, there is no need to buy a USB surround branded (marketed) headset for this. The GSP500 do sound wonderful, in fact they sound awesome. Without having anything to compare them too, I would have kept them because they do sound fantastic. However, between these and the HD660s it's a more difficult choice. I won't say it's a dramatic, but the difference is great enough to warrant spending the extra coin on the 660s, IF you will use your headsets for music, and desire a wider more accurate stage. It is pretty pronounced. Obviously the HD660s have to be used with a separate desktop mic. The GSP500 are a little more punchy, they seem to have a bias that is a little deeper, and lose some small details in the mids. An example, on the HD660s I could pick out the sound of a guitar note being plucked from the string, vs just hearing the guitar note on a particular acoustic song during the test. The most dramatic difference between them, was how wide the sound stage is on the HD660s. This could be attributed to the fully open design on the 660 verses the open port on the GSP500. The GSP500 sound wide, wider than a closed back set by a lot. This REALLY helps with positioning and range. The HD660 I found to be a little more accurate on positioning. The partially closed feature of the GSP does control some bleed out of audio leaving the cups. It also insulates from outside noise slightly more than the HD660s, while still maintaining open back feel and comfort. For gaming this might be the perfect balance. The GSP500s are 28 ohm, while the HD660s are 150 ohm. Remember to adjust your sound card for the difference in ohms. Mine had a selector. My cap size is 7 5/8", the GSP500 were comfortable, after some time the ear cups seemed to mold into place. No problem wearing them for 6 hours. The adjustable tension on the GSPs is really smart. The headband is a little bulkier on the GSP, I did ultimately find the HD660 to be more comfortable, lighter, less bulky all around. The GSP 500 offered a much nicer wire, its cloth wrapped, easily manageable, tangle and catch free, it's perfect. The little machined fittings on the GSP are a great touch, where the wire plugs in and on the ear cups, it has a machined, masculine, quality feel and look. They really feel and look like a quality set, because they are. I don't think any headset will recreate properly set up and adjusted 5.1 speakers in terms of surround positioning. However, the quality of the audio itself is 10x better than my (low end by comparison z906) surround speakers, that goes for BOTH the GSP500 and the HD660s. Mic quality on the GSP 500 had a noise canceling effect to it, which lessened some of the range of my voice as it transmitted. The blue yeti usb wins here. The GSP500 mic is very forgiving to background noises and does a good job noise canceling at the expense of some voice range. A desktop mic like the yeti, is going to give you added range but you need to stay on top of background noise because it's going to pick up everything. If you are shopping open back headsets though, you're prob already in a pretty quiet environment. Bottom line, if you can afford the HD660s, appreciate a little extra detail in sound, a wider stage, will listen to music, go for HD660s. If not, I believe the GSP500 sound 85%-90% as good as the HD660, include a great mic, for half the price, that is a TON of value. Specs: Win10, z170 i7 6700k, sound card: creative AE-5 used as direct sound to headphones, mic Blue Yeti usb

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