Sennheiser X320 Xbox Headset (RCA to TV connectors)

At a GlancePros:Great stereo sound quality, especially better than Turtle Beach x11s (without DSS)Tighter fitting ear cups keep the noise inDoes not bear down on the top of your head since the sides clamp a little to your headRubberized grip on the volume and chat controls. Allows easy and slight adjustments.Cons:Needs an adapter to connect to the Turtle Beach DSS22.5mm audio jack instead of the more common 3.5mm (hence the adapter)It was pricier than Turtle Beach x11s or x12s (I snagged when they were $39.99)In DetailI have always been a Sennheiser fan, but when these were first released at $150 I said no way. I had already purchased my TB x11s and had been satisfied with their quality and performance. The DSS2 was also a bonus to the Turtle Beach set, and it allowed amazingly accurate sound location and I thought things could not get any better. I could hear every foot step and bullet fly by my head, and when I was bored of games I could blast music with the deepest of bass and clarity.Yet, I found myself watching the price on the Sennheiser x320s for over a year. I finally gave in and purchased them, this is my experience.Out of the package you find the same amount of cables associated with ANY WIRED headset. There is the main cable attached to the USB for power, and the audio input cables (standard red and white cables, but in this case they output in the 2.5mm jack) that feed into the main line at some point. There is the mic cable that connects to the inline volume control. The Turtle Beach x11s have the exact same cables, only they are 3.5mm jacks.Set up was easy, and with a few wire wraps all the mess and tangle was controlled. With the standard setup to the xbox, I was blown away with the sound quality. All the steps, doors, bullets, ambient noises, tank shells, rumbles and grumbles you could imagine were heard with crystal clarity. I couldn't belief the stock setup sounded so nice without the digital surround sound I had before.Better yet, I could hardly feel I was wearing headphones at all. The slight cling of the ear cups allows the weight to be dispersed from the top. The ears close in around your ears, but they do no make you feel trapped. It is almost like a seal of soft foam around your ears. This helps shut out unwanted noises from real life.When I switched the bass boost on (built into the volume control) I was further amazed as it was actual "bass" and not the distorted vibration that would occur with my x11s at times. The actual wheels to control the volume and chat levels are very nice. They have a slight rubberized grip to them that allows you to easily adjust them. The x11s were sometimes hard to maneuver.To make sure I wasn't just crazy, I set up my x11s without the DSS, and needless to say, it was a pitiful experience. Though you could hear all the same noises, it just was not as clean sounding. The noise seemed to escape away out of the headset rather then surrounding my ears in the audio of the game.But this got me thinking. What if I combined the best of both worlds! With a simple 2.5mm male to 3.5mm female adapter, and a 3.5mm male to male cable (you could just do a 2.5mm male to 3.5mm male adapter) I was able to sync the Sennheiser x320s to the Turtle Beach DSS2.This allowed me to have the digital surround sound experience through the much better performing headset. The sound quality is beyond my experience. Every single noise is amplified to perfection. With the cups trapping the noise in, I feel much more emerged in the action of the game (Battlefield 3.)And furthermore, since the headphones cancel outside noises, I can easily shut out the Real Housewives my fiance watches. Before with the x11s, those crazy ladies would still get through to me, even with the volume on the headset cranked up.I have posted pictures regarding the setup I am using.If you want a brand you trust for sound quality in headsets, buy the Sennheiser x320s. Even if you do no have the TB DSS2, this is great set of headsets.*Update 5/16/2014:Over time, I realized the microphone was not always working. As some have said, it has a high threshold of sound before it will start to pick up your voice; essentially meaning you needed to talk loudly (but, in my case, I bought the headphones to game in an apartment with thin walls). I contacted Senn. support and was told I didn't have things set up correctly...which was not the case. Overall, the sound is great, but the microphone is lacking.

As an avid adult gamer I've had, or used, several Xbox headsets over the years, ranging in price from $20 - $250+. I'm good to my electronics, ensuring gentle use and proper storage, so if I pay a lot, I expect a lot of use/life. Sounds reasonable, right? Unfortunately, the saying -- "you get what you pay for," is not only grammatically incorrect, it's also simply untrue. I've spent a lot more money for Turtle Beach and Tritton headsets that were ill-fitting and didn't hold up. Price does not equate quality, or lack thereof.Also, I didn't make this purchase on a whim -- I researched a lot, and could find little to tell me that this headset would be a sound investment, but I decided to give them a chance as I have Sennheiser 570 headphones that I absolutely ADORE for their comfort, sound, and durability; purchased in 2002, and STILL going strong.COMFORT: 8 of 10Compared to Turtle Beach's PS3 Ear Force PX21 with their puny ear cups (as in really small) that sit right on top of the ear (ouch!), the X320s are heaven. However, when compared to my primary headset, the Astro A40s, the Sennheisers are less than optimal, as they need to be adjusted just right to keep the speaker cover from touching my ears. For most people this won't be an issue, but I wear glasses, and have my right ear pierced in the upper cartilage, and the earring pokes out a little. Also worth noting, the Sennheiser X320 headphones are molded at an angle so that the front of the earcups sit closer to the head than the back, which is actually rather ingenious considering that is also how ears are positioned on our heads. It's unusual though, but I like it.SOUND: 8 of 10 *Please note: Our perception of sound is like our perception of color -- everyone hears and sees things subjectively.*To me the stereo sound is, clear, but with enough bass to make it enjoyable (some games are more bass heavy than others), and I like it. Voice communications sound clear as well, but not everyone has a decent mic, or knows how to position them properly, so I am very happy to have the in-line volume control for both game and chat volumes (clearly indicated on the switch), as well as a bass boost switch.For those who insist on surround sound, I strongly encourage you NOT to discount stereo headsets, especially this one. It you think you can't live without surround sound, you can purchase a DSS processor separately (Turtle Beach EarForce DSS), and you're good to go, but for a lot less money than if you were to purchase a Surround Sound headset. Trust me, I know. Been there, done that, and unless you're playing a lot of PVP where you *need* directional sound (footsteps and whatnot), then I wouldn't worry about it. When you have quality speakers right next to your ears, it matters less than you might think.DURABILITIY:I purchased my X320 headset in October 2013, and so far so good.A bit more about me:I'm a woman with average head and ear size, who wears glasses, and games almost daily. Comfort, Sound, Durability, and Price are all considerations I take seriously. Finding a decent sounding headset that works well, holds up to almost daily use, and fits comfortably for lengthy gaming sessions isn't as easy for me as it is for guys without glasses, since a majority of headsets are designed to appeal to a predominately male market. To meet my criteria and not cost an exorbitant amount, as the Sennheiser X320s have thus far, is a VERY pleasant surprise!GAMING HEADSETS I'VE OWNED:Astro A40 ($250+) - Expensive, but very good to excellent all around. Love it.Tritton AX360 True 5.1 DSS ($250) - excellent sound, but a fail in every other aforementioned criteria.Turtle Beach's PS3 Ear Force PX21 ($70) [also work on the 360] - TRULY UNCOMFORTABLE, and left speaker stopped working after only 5.5 months!*Turtle Beach EarForce DSS ($50) - Surround Sound processor for making stereo headphones simulate surround sound. Great product.

I love the build quality of this headset, and I can tell it was built to last. The sound quality is superb, and the headset itself is very lightweight and comfortable.My only problem was with the microphone. It has a "noise canceling" feature that sets the threshold way too high. I play at night, and I need to talk somewhat quietly, but the microphone doesn't even detect normal-volume speech. I am forced to raise my voice if I want to speak, and even then the headset seems to ignore the first few words that I say before it starts transmitting.One little issue as well: the mic doesn't seem to have active voice monitoring, which is something you don't even realize is there until it's gone. My Turtle Beach X31 headset has it, and it's strange not having it.PROS:LightweightComfortableDurableStylishGood sound quality/bassCONS:Microphone isn't nearly sensitive enoughNo active voice monitoring (muffles your voice and sounds odd)Unfortunately, I wouldn't recommend this to a friend, but it may be good for you, especially if you speak somewhat loudly.

Ein sehr gutes Headset (Neu für unter 20 Euro), welches mit den richtigen Kabeln sowohl an der PS4 als auch am PC genutzt werden kann (selbst getestet und genutzt).Hierbei ist zu beachten, dass der Sound an der PS4 etwas leise ist (Bei nahezu allen nicht originalen PS4 Headsets ist das der Fall). Ich habe einen AV-Receiver dazwischen geschaltet.Den USB-Adapter (für die Stromversorgung des Headsets) habe ich in einem USB-Handy-Ladeadapter gesteckt. Wenn ich es in meinem USB Anschluss am PC einstecke, ist ein Rauschen zuhören. Der USB Adapter kann aber auch direkt in die PS4 eingesteckt werden (kein Rauschen).Wird der Volumenregler vom Headset voll aufgedreht, ist ein leichtes Rauschen zu hören.Meine zusätzlichen Kabel:1x Verbindungskabel Klinkenstecker 2,5 mm Stereo - Klinkenstecker 3,5 mm Stereo (Für den Sound)1x Klinkenstecker 3,5 mm Stereo 2 x Cinch-Kupplung (Hier nur das weiße Kabel einstecken! Für das Micro, das beigelegte Kabel ist eigentlich für den Sound gedacht)1x Audio Klinken Adapter 4-polig 3,5mm Stecker auf 2x 3,5mm Buchse Klinkenkabel (um es an der PS4 nutzen zu können)

I really like this headset. The sound is really good and it if very comfortable over the ears. For the price and sound I recomend this headset

I love my Sennheiser X320 on my PC, with a 3.5mm MALE to 2.5mm FEMALE adapter, which plugs into the pink microphone socket. The RCA Red & White plugs into an RCA to 3.5mm MALE adapter. The only small downside is that you need to use up an extra USB socket to power the device (along with 1 pink & 1 green 3.5mm sockets). but it's much more worth it to purchase two adapters along with this headset to make it compatible for your PC, than to get the Sennheiser PC 320 which costs about TWICE as much! It's a great buy and I highly recommend it for your PC if you don't mind the extra USB slot!On my PC, the in-line green volume controller for the speakers work, But I don't know what the *chat* grey volume controller does as this headset is intended for Xbox.Or if you just want to use this headset for your Xbox, it works just as well!

Aunque yo no los he usado, fueron un regalo para mi hijo, puedo decir (porque él me lo ha dicho), que funcionan muy bien y que tienen un sonido muy bueno. Totalmente recomendables.

J'ai longtemps hésité, puis je me suis laissé tenté par le prix attractif et les conseils d'un ami connaisseur.C'est un très bon casque, de très bonne finition. La fonction "Bass Boost" donne un son profond sans être inconfortableLe réglage du volume du son jeu/chat est utile et bien conçu. 2 molettes pour chacun.L'activation du micro est des plus simples, on le descend : il s'active, on le monte : se désactive. (ne vous fiez pas trop à la photo de base, la "rondelle" a laquelle le micro est raccordé pivote ! ^^).Très confortable à porter, même après de longues heures de jeu. Aussi bien pour le haut du crâne que les oreilles.Je porte des lunettes et il ne me pose aucun problème.Le câble fait certes 4 mètres, mais un dispositif de velcros rattaché au câble et coulissant sûr celui-ci permet de l'enrouler en de petites boucles et de maintenir la longueur superflue. Pratique.L'emballage est à l'image du produit : nickel.La notice est claire et bien détaillée. La présentation travaillée. On sens la qualité de suite.Pour ceux qui se posent des questions quand aux connectiques, vous avez 3 solutions :- Si votre console est raccordée à votre téléviseur via un câble péritel, il y à le nécessaire de fournis pour effectuer le raccordement sans soucis.- Si comme moi, votre console est raccordée via un câble HDMI, il vous suffira de commander un adaptateur optique/rca pour x-box 360 (se connecte sûr le port très large à l'arrière de la console), ou vous réfèrez à la troisième solution.- La troisième solution, si votre téléviseur vous le permet, c'est de raccorder les 2 câbles rca (fournis avec le casque) directement à la télé. Il suffit pour celà qu'elle possède une sortie son.Moi j'avais déjà ma chaîne Hi-Fi branchée en sortie son sûr ma télévision, en guise de home cinéma, mais comme les câbles fournis font offices de mâles/femelles a l'endroit de la connection, j'ai pu brancher le casque puis la chaîne Hi-Fi par-dessus sans problème : Ni-ckel.A présent le casque peu également me servir à écouter la télévision.Il faut bien parler pour se faire entendre, le micro n'est pas gênant, mais manque peut-être d'un chouilla de sensibilité.Ceux qui hésitent : je recommande ce produit ! Très bon rapport Qualité/Prix ! ^^