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Traldera
18-03-12, 15:43
Ok so heres the deal - my plantronic 377 headset is on the way out. Recommend me a new one - my only requirement is that the headset is open-ear in design.

I dont care about price but obviously cheaper is always better!
Zaim
18-03-12, 16:02
Can't go wrong with the Logitech G35 imo, Awesome headset.
http://www.logitech.com/en-gb/webcam-communications/internet-headsets-phones/devices/5095

Just done a quick google search and these are around £80+.
Traldera
18-03-12, 17:50
yeah unfortunately those are closed ear - i want open - like to hear my surroundings at the same time - i have no need for sound cancellation
Zaim
18-03-12, 17:57
yeah unfortunately those are closed ear - i want open - like to hear my surroundings at the same time - i have no need for sound cancellation

Ah my bad I missed that part.
Traldera
18-03-12, 19:44
no probs - now you see my issue, theres barely any on the market
FunkY
19-03-12, 20:58
Speedlink Medussa's are open... They're also pretty cheap. Not the best, but I've seen/used worse...
Dillon
19-03-12, 22:50
anybody else recommend any?
Need some myself
I wouldn't mind closed ear, aslong as they're cheap. (sorry if this is considered hijacking)

How are the ones at aria?
FlasH
19-03-12, 23:04
TBH I'd wait until the new Razer ones come out Dillon, first real 7.1. Might cost a bit though.

If you want bang for buck, the HS1As by corsair are great, although they may be EOL now. The Roccat Kaves are also pretty decent.

Can't help with open ear ones I'm afraid, all the ones I've had in to review or have used are closed.
JustJoe
19-03-12, 23:35
I have the HS1A they are horrible in terms of sound quality I have used them once. But in terms of a headset for gaming they are fine.

Might get rid of mine actually.
Terbinator
19-03-12, 23:40
Razer Timat or go home.
FlasH
20-03-12, 11:19
Not out yet :D But that's what I was suggesting :P
Dillon
20-03-12, 17:05
looks incredible but I'm just looking for something that does the job. £40 ish
Traldera
20-03-12, 18:35
what you guys make of the plantronics 777
Jacobeana
24-03-12, 14:17
I have the roccat Kave real 5.1 which I would recommend but they are closed ear with measly sound cancelling imo. So they may be ok.
Traldera
25-03-12, 02:18
tbh its not the sound cancelling really its comfort - the main advertisement of open ear is the fact theres none of the air pressure bombardment you get with closed compartment designs not to mention the air means your ears dont get hot. It leads to much improved comfort over long periods of time. It could just be me and my sensitive ears but it really makes a difference to me, to the point where i dont want to go back to closed ear if i can help it.

I think my only real option are the sennheiser PC 360s, bloody expensive, but plantronics are the only other brand, they make AMAZINGLY good value low end products (seriously anyone after a <£20 headset open or closed ear look no further i guarantee them) but the £50 supposed 5.1 headset....nah, still made of cheap plastic and looks horrid.
Jacksb4
25-03-12, 10:17
Tiamat or if you have an Xbox as well get the Chimaera :)
Avro
25-03-12, 10:20
SteelSeries Siberia. Looks good. Sounds good. Feels good.
dhicks001
25-03-12, 12:03
SteelSeries Siberia. Looks good. Sounds good. Feels good.

Does seem to be the one to have. + 1. :)
Traldera
27-03-12, 20:15
SteelSeries Siberia. Looks good. Sounds good. Feels good.

Ah thats great thank you! i didnt realize they were open ear!
Traldera
27-03-12, 20:22
ok wait can somebody please confirm these are open-ear - im getting mixed opinions depending on where i look
Avro
27-03-12, 20:22
Ah thats great thank you! i didnt realize they were open ear!
Some are closed though, so be careful.