Best PC Gaming Headset: Sharkoon X-Tatic SR Gaming Headset with Dolby Headphone Technology for XBOX 360/PS3/PC

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Product Details

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ASIN: B005D6EQA6
Item Weight: 2 pounds
Media: Video Game
Release Date: August 25, 2011

List Price : ~~$139.99~~
Price : $132.54
You Save : $7.45 (5%)

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

Introducing the Xtatic SR Stereo Headset with Dolby Headphone Technology

Sharkoon headsets are sophisticated in design and technology – with the X-Tatic SR you gain a state-of-the-art stereo headset with Dolby Headphone Technology giving you the crucial sound advantage for epic gaming sessions on your PlayStation® 3, Xbox® 360, PC, ; tablet PCs. Experience a whole new world of crushing explosions, screaming commands, and powerful game sound output with the in-line amplifier master volume control and microphone mute function.

Features:

Dolby® Headphone for multi-platform gaming Xbox® 360, PS3™, PC, Tablet PCs
Supports Dolby® Digital 5.1, Dolby® Pro Logic® II and Dolby® Headphone
USB-powered, no additional power adaptor needed
Supports Xbox® Live ; PlayStation® 3 chat function
Flexible, detachable microphone
In-line amplifier with volume controller and microphone mute
Separate volume adjustment for voice communication
Supports a second headset via 3.5 mm jack for excellent sound

Enjoy Xtatic Quality
The X-Tatic SR offers all amenities you may expect from a modern headset with its cushioned headband, its individually adjustable, rotating earcups, padded headphones and the flexible microphone.

Stay in Contact
The X-Tatic SR includes a flexible, detachable microphone so you can conveniently disconnect the microphone when the chat function is not in use. X-Tatic SR microphone supports chat applicationsfor PS3 and Xbox 360, so that you can smoothly chat and triumph with your team. Microphone connects to PS3 via USB (USB to PS3™), and to Xbox® 360 controller (2.5 mm plug).

Sound Control Unit with 3D Sound Expander
The Sound Control Unit (SCU) allows users to connect their headset to any device featuring an optical output, such as an Xbox®, Xbox® 360, PS2®, PS3® or other digital device, and decodes Dolby®Digital and Dolby®ProLogic® signals. The SCU also includes a new feature called 3D Sound Expander which expands the sound field in Dolby headphone mode to enhance the 3D effect. In addition, the SCU offers one additional connection for a second headset with a 3.5 mm jack, so that two can enjoy excellent surround-sound.

Find Your Enemies
The Dolby® headphone functionality of the X-Tatic SR creates a completely new sound dimension, which provides you with a pivotal combat advantage for multi- dimensional detection.

Inline Amplifier and Volume Control
Easily configure your personal sound using the in-line volume controller while chatting with your friends via USB to PS3® or Xbox® Live”. Volume controller includes a separate volume control for voice communication and microphone mute function.

Supports PS3®, Xbox® 360, PC
Regardless of whether it's a PS3®, Xbox® 360, PC, or tablet PC, the X-Tatic SR allows you to connect to all major platforms with its extensive accessories collection.

Sharkoon headsets are sophisticated in design and technology – with the X-Tatic SR you gain a state-of-the-art stereo headset with Dolby Headphone Technology giving you the crucial sound advantage for epic gaming sessions on your PlayStation 3, Xbox 360, PC, Mac, ; tablet PCs. The X-Tatic SR includes a flexible, detachable microphone so you can conveniently disconnect the microphone when the chat function is not in use. X-Tatic SR microphone supports chat applications for PS3 and Xbox 360 so that you can smoothly chat and triumph with your team.

Product Features

Experience a whole new world of crushing explosions, screaming commands, and powerful game sound output through the Sound Control Unit with NEW 3D Sound Expander feature, and in-line amplifier master volume controller with microphone mute function.
Supports a second headset via 3.5mm jack so that 2 can enjoy excellent surround sound
Flexible, detachable, microphone connects to PS3 via USB (USB to PS3), and to Xbox 360 controller (2.5 mm plug).
Easily configure your personal sound using the in-line volume controller while chatting with your friends via "USB to PS3" or "Xbox Live".
Regardless of whether it's a PS3 , Xbox 360, PC, or tablet PCs the X-Tatic SR allows you to connect to all major platforms with its extensive accessories collection.

Customer Reviews

I went ahead and took a chance on these headphones as I was looking for a viable replacement to the Tritton AX720's I had previously owned and given away. As with most gaming headsets, I was going to expect something bulky, yet sturdy since that's kind of the status quo with gaming headsets in general. I was pleasantly surprised at the size of both the headset and the SCU (sound control unit). I was surprised in the sense that the headphones were light, compact, yet appear to be sturdy (no I will not "drop test" them). The SCU likewise is compact, so if spacing is an issue for you, trust me it will not take up much space.
Now to sum up the acoustic quality? It's simply ravishing. I am using this with an Xbox 360, and tested it with games such as Battlefield Bad Company 2 and Medal of Honor. Audio plays a big part in the multi-player gaming experience, since in both games, I was able to hear others try to flank me and I was able get the drop on them first with my team. The sound is crisp and realistic, and supports all the current Dolby platforms, with the exception of Dolby 7.1. Gaming chat is good, if not better than with the standard headset that came with the console. The mic is detachable, flexible, and appears to be quite durable.
Setup of the headphones was really easy, since all the connectivity goes directly to the console. I was also pleased with the fact that it is USB powered, so no need for an additional AC adapter. Thank goodness since all of the outlets on my powerstrip are all occupied.
In conclusion, this headset has got the essentials to meet and even exceed most gamers expectations. It's got a sophisticated/streamlined look and feel, the acoustics are impressive, the setup was a snap, and the overall experience with them thus far is a great one.
Give it a shot sports fans, I don't think you'll be disappointed.

I really love this headset so far. Purchased and received last week.
I have been using a pair of Sennheiser HD555's with a 1/4" f to 1/8" m headphone adaptor and plugged into my speakers (setup via stereo). Mic solution: wrapped the standard XBox mic around my neck. Good sound, chat worked after adjusting in-game volumes. Basically it worked and sounded good enough, but the transition to a proper, solid gaming headset is night and day.
PROs:
-The first thing I noticed is how lightweight this headset is. It doesn't bear down on you and the cups don't press on your ears too hard. The cups also do a good job of encompassing your ears.
-Fantastic sound. After a few adjustments (in-line volume lower, SCU volume up), I managed to get this to an appropriate sound level. I did a few Wager Matches in Black Ops to break them in and further configure them. Worked great. Tried Bad Company 2. Wow. Just awesome. Crisp sounds and the bass booms when it needs to. This set has also proven that I will never be able to go back to regular stereo sound, either. Digital is phenomenal.
Side note: I found that turning off the "3D Sound Expander" makes it sound muuuuch better, in my opinion. Perhaps I'm using it wrong, but it was disorienting at times and seemed to create unnecessary echo. Might be better for movies perhaps.
-Configurable to any set up. Has a nice set of manuals for anything you may want to connect the headset to. Plenty of adaptors and the main cables are plenty long to connect with most setups.
-Sturdy design. Even though it's light, it doesn't feel cheap. Mic is tough and flexible as well.
CONS
-Lots of cables. My setup right now has three cables coming out of the SCU and three out of the in-line box (one connecting to the XBox controller for voice). This is probably a product of being so configurable.
Side note: This is actually still a pro for me because I don't want to deal with wireless shenanigans (mainly staying on top of rechargable batteries)
-Mic sensitivity. I haven't done any in-game chatting yet, but I have tested it out in party chat to see when it picks up. I noticed that I had to have the mic pretty close to my mouth for it to register. Again, this may bug people, but personally I do not find it bothersome.
-Also, be sure to know that if you want to use Digital, you will need some sort of Optical output on your Xbox. I was lucky enough to already have the VGA adaptor to game on my PC monitor and that has an optical output.
Just love this headset thus far.