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All-day comfort is important, as is build quality and feelVirtual surround sound or 3D audio are fantastic for shootersA quality over-ear seal stops sound leak (and adds passive noise-cancelling)Not all mics are created equal (just ask your buddies who have to hear it)Most console-specific headsets work with PCs, but the inverse is not always trueNot all wireless headsets are created equal; avoid Bluetooth as the primary connection sourceOnly audiophiles will discern the subtler sound differences between high-end wired and wireless cans
That said, the Pro X’s primary platform is well and truly PC, where it can take full advantage of the highly customisable audio/mic settings via Logitech’s constantly improving G Hub software. More importantly, PC is the only place you can tap into DTS Headphone:X 2.0 sound that’s so accurate, you’ll probably be accused of cheating in online shooters. This particular point has been proven time and time again, across games, where I spectate a friend’s perspective and let them know someone has made sound around them: sound cues that their headset hasn’t picked up. The full sound package is rounded out by impressive build quality and all-day comfort. I used these cans comfortably for a 14-hour Call of Duty: Modern Warfare launch-day LAN and felt like I could have worn them for even longer. For the Switch, the Arctis Pro Wireless’ Bluetooth connectivity means you can even use voice chat, too, and if your TV has an optical output port, you can configure this headset to play any audio coming from your TV for late-night gaming or video streaming. Bluetooth connectivity also means you never have to miss a call during gaming, and believe me when I say it’s easy to miss outside noises when using the Arctis Pro thanks to functional-but-comfortable passive noise cancelling. Speaking of comfort, an adjustable strap and soft-padded earcups make this an easy fit for all noggin sizes, while tactile buttons make it a cinch to control volume, muting, Bluetooth connectivity, and power on/off. The headset microphone may not have the best noise isolation, but it tucks away to offer practical on-the-streets use. While battery life is limited to 10 hours, the Arctis Pro comes with a spare battery, conveniently charged in the DAC, so you’re looking at 20 hours of gaming, with only a few seconds of interlude as you switch out batteries. The main con outside of no surround sound is the USB cable for the PC version could be a bit longer without needing an extension cable, which is less noticeable on the Xbox One variant, given you’re connecting to a controller in your hands. Once adjusted to your bonce and software-tweaked to your preference, the Cloud Orbit S offers incredibly accurate 3D sound care of a combo of Audeze drivers and Waves NX technology, which includes unnecessary-but-awesome head tracking. Switch on 3D manual head tracking with the ‘Footsteps’ sound profile to pinpoint incoming enemies in a way that’s even more impressive than the DTS Headphone:X 2.0 models above. The dependable mic provides admirable audio while, outside of gaming, these high-end cans can be tweaked to offer audiophile-worthy playback. You don’t have to get lost in the sound, either, with a MixAmp for separately tweaking game and chat volume on the fly. The biggest con is the admittedly long trip-hazard cables between console and MixAmp, the length of which becomes a detractor if you alternate this headset between Xbox One and PC (which you totally can and absolutely should). If not, the large 50mm speakers in the Stealth 600’s earcups provide great sound, while the virtual surround sound does an admirable job of boosting immersion for offline gaming and offering a competitive edge for those who prefer the online foray. In terms of function, you’re looking at 15 hours of wireless use that’s rounded off with a flip-up mic that’ll pick up your voice without touching your face. It’s just a shame that the rigid design makes it firmer and less comfortable for longer gaming sessions.
