steelseries 5H V2 3.5mm Circumaural Professional Gaming Headset

Reviewed By: on 10/31/2009

Tech Level: somewhat high - Ownership: 1 day to 1 week

This user purchased this item from Newegg

Pros: - Nice design, looks professional.
- Microphone is very clear. No static even after the significant decibel boost required (quiet).
- Comfortable fit allows for periods of long use.
- Retractable microphone is cool.
- Woven wires are a big plus.

Cons: - Sound quality is pretty bad, especially for music. Your favorite tunes will be raspy and unbearable to listen to.
- Cord is way too short and you're forced to use the included extender (which makes it way too long).
- My microphone likes to randomly mute itself; it doesn't take much to move the slider.
- Could use some more padding on the earpieces.

Other Thoughts: Great for gaming, but not as a general purpose headset. I don't regret this purchase, I just wish I could find a headset that does everything correctly.

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Amazing Headset!!

Reviewed By: BaseballDudester on 8/19/2009

Tech Level: somewhat high - Ownership: more than 1 year

Pros: I have had them for over 2 years now and they are running strong.It has great sound. The headset is very comfortable. I can hear the players movement better then i can with any other headset. It has 7.1 Surround sound! The mic is wonderful and picks up all the sound i put out.The retractable mic is a very nice feature to this and is very adjustable for anyone. I can wear this head set for hours. Sometimes the headset is too comfortable. It totally surrounds The ear making it very focused when u play a game. Great for any game. The padding is just right. The cord is very long enough for any distance resonable. The volume Control on the cord Is awsome. The adjustable length of cord is nice. Its a very sturdy cord. This headset is built very well. Very Solid! I would recommend this headset to anyone who is into gaming. I love this headset they are totally great for voip and for gaming! I love them!

Cons: A con would be The some times the retractable mic is sometimes hard to slide back in, but it is not really a con. It just has to fit right when u put it back in the hold. But it slides nice until u get to the end.

Other Thoughts: This is a great headset! I would buy them again!

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Great sound!

Reviewed By: WUANDEAAGGG on 6/14/2009

Tech Level: high - Ownership: 1 week to 1 month

Pros: Great sound, VERY comfortable, and I'm not saying this lightly, I LAN a light, and play for extended period of time (sometimes upwards of 9-11 hours.)

Cons: I don't like the way the top of the headband is made. I think it looks too bulky, but it also adds extra support.

Other Thoughts: I received this item USED, and I would have LOVED to see it brand new.
Nonetheless, it is very sharp and VERY comfortable with great sound.

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