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Candid-Bad2223just bought the blackshark and its super amazing!.I am all hearing now and not to mention its super comfy.Its also a beast with thx spatial audio software.
rz_x3Plantronics/Poly headsets have great microphones because they're meant for use in call centers. Most gaming headsets do *not* have this much focus on the microphone, for good or bad. Also, on-ear gaming headsets don't exist in today's market. razer blackshark v2 hyperspeed would be my *personal* recommendation... they are under 300 grams, they have a well-padded headband and earcups, and to be honest the mic works well for what it is - a gaming headset. Also, they're not horrifically expensive. [$70 on Amazon US.](https://www.amazon.com/Razer-BlackShark-HyperSpeed-Wireless-Headset/dp/B0CF3LHQSM)
Various_qiRazer Blackshark v2 X hyperspeed, i can never go back to wired headset now.
Worldly_Mecheck out the razer wireless blackshark series, i got a hyperspeed from them and the microphone is impressively clear compared to other wireless headsets
foreverbaked1I second these. They are great
hurtyewhRazer Blackshark V2 for $27 on AliExpress and EQ. There's not much of proper headphones below $100. Used HD 280 Pro, SuperLux HD668b (bad for gaming).
Latter_Ship_6709Best headphones ever. Super light , can wear them for hours on a long haul and not feel uncomfortable.
notamoose-neverwasFWIW everyone saying this stuff about Razer has actually been my experience with HyperX. I went through 3 of their headsets, one of them had the mic DOA, in less than 2 years. My kid got one for his birthday and it was dead within a few months. Mouses only lasted me about a year, if that. However, I've had my Blackshark V2 for about 2 years with no issues, and my Deathadder V2 Pro for like 5 years with no signs of slowing down other than a small groove in the rubber grip near the side buttons where my thumb rests. HyperX sucks now :(
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