New headset

[KG26_Alpha]

Originally Posted by PilotError

I've been using a Medusa 5.1 headset for about 3 years now.

I prefer my 5.1 speakers usually but you have to consider the neighbours at times, and I have found this headset to be a good alternative.
The only thing with the Medusa is that it comes with its own amplifier, so that's another power supply you need a socket for.

Having seen, or should I say heard about the binaurel sound in the latest update I may well be using the headset a lot more when SOW is released.
Probably would please the neighbours as well.

I'm on my 3rd set of Medusa's over 5 a year period.

Seems like the amplifiers are a bit weak they get "scratchy" sounding.

Mind you they are on approx 12 hours a day !!!!

[KG26_Alpha]

Originally Posted by KG26_Alpha

I'm on my 3rd set of Medusa's over 5 a year period.

Seems like the amplifiers are a bit weak they get "scratchy" sounding.

Mind you they are on approx 12 hours a day !!!!

Sorry to quote myself.

Just opened the Medusa amp up and run the soldering iron over every joint I could get to on the 3 circuit boards.

This fixed the mains hum and crackling sound after 3-4 hours use, looks like the solder joints get a bit dry after extensive use.

For budget comfortable headphone mic combo they rate well with me.





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[JRock]

if money isn't a problem i'd pick up the logitech 7.1 surround headset g35. it's the best headset i've ever owned and it has amazing surround sound and bass. it's pretty expensive though, the only reason i got one was because i got a $200 gift card from charter communications. i still can't figure that out. anyway, hope this helps.

[T}{OR]

Originally Posted by JRock

if money isn't a problem i'd pick up the logitech 7.1 surround headset g35. it's the best headset i've ever owned and it has amazing surround sound and bass. it's pretty expensive though, the only reason i got one was because i got a $200 gift card from charter communications. i still can't figure that out. anyway, hope this helps.

I don't want to burst your bubble, but that is just the type of headset we told people here to avoid. Read the rest of the thread and what we posted.

[csThor]

I got myself a Sennheiser PC 360 headset and I am thinking of getting a Sennheiser 180 wireless headphone just for offline flying and watching movies. X-Mas is coming, isn't it?

[Zorin]

Due to my last headset failing because of a broken plug connector lead I picked-up a pair of Sennheiser PC 31s as they are relatively cheap and the name usually is connected with quality. So far, I do not regret that decision, especially because I do not have superior aural abilities to tell apart very good from brilliant sound

[LukeFF]

Using the Sony MDR-7506s here, which are considered to be an industry standard. Great sound, and my TrackClip attaches to it just fine. When I need a mic, my plain old Logitech desktop mic works without any issues.

[T}{OR]

Originally Posted by csThor

I got myself a Sennheiser PC 360 headset and I am thinking of getting a Sennheiser 180 wireless headphone just for offline flying and watching movies. X-Mas is coming, isn't it?

That is probably the most overpriced headset ever made. I should know, I was looking into buying one myself. PC 360 has the same drivers as HD 555 series, and costs almost twice as much. Even the sound quality isn't on the same level.

My current choice (haven't made a purchase yet) is HD 595's. 555's can easily be modded into "595's", but until someone provides accurate tests on what kind of frequencies modded 555's can reach I'll stick with the 595's. Besides, 595's have a better designed grill which helps with moving more air in and out.

Audio Technica ATH-AD700's were my second choice but I just can't stand the color of the thing...

Zalman's clip on mic is on the way as I type.

Originally Posted by JRock

i read the thread and i don't know why you would avoid it other than the fact that it's not analog. maybe i have a better sound card than you, i dunno. mine works perfectly so far with il-2 and i can always tell where planes are so i guess that's all that matters for me. plus, it was free! .

Your statement shows that you didn't read a thing mate. All USB headsets have their own integrated sound cards, which are nowhere near the quality of the PCI / PCIe sound cards.

I have no doubt that your headset serves your purposes, but that it is better (or even equal) that the headphones in the same price range - not even remotely. But hey, not everyone is a nit picky audiophile.

[csThor]

It's pricey, I know, but I do absolutely detest a separate mic so I went ahead and bought a PC 360.

[JRock]

Originally Posted by T}{OR

That is probably the most overpriced headset ever made. I should know, I was looking into buying one myself. PC 360 has the same drivers as HD 555 series, and costs almost twice as much. Even the sound quality isn't on the same level.

My current choice (haven't made a purchase yet) is HD 595's. 555's can easily be modded into "595's", but until someone provides accurate tests on what kind of frequencies modded 555's can reach I'll stick with the 595's. Besides, 595's have a better designed grill which helps with moving more air in and out.

Audio Technica ATH-AD700's were my second choice but I just can't stand the color of the thing...

Zalman's clip on mic is on the way as I type.




Your statement shows that you didn't read a thing mate. All USB headsets have their own integrated sound cards, which are nowhere near the quality of the PCI / PCIe sound cards.

I have no doubt that your headset serves your purposes, but that it is better (or even equal) that the headphones in the same price range - not even remotely. But hey, not everyone is a nit picky audiophile.

sorry, i didn't have time to read word for word a six page thread about headphones, i merely skimmed through it. however, i didn't know that it had it's own integrated sound card. thanks for that little piece of information even though it made me look like an idiot. i have an autzentech x fi card. i guess i'll just ebay this bad boy and buy what you suggested.