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Looking for a new PC headset or microphone. Recommendations?

MMMigMMMig Registered User regular
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Hey folks! The mic on my headset is pretty bad, it's on full recording volume but a lot of times my friends can't hear well.

So, I'm in the market for either a new headset, or maybe even a dedicated microphone?
Computer doesn't have bluetooth, so it'd have to be USB... and my soundcard only has one 3.5mm input already being used.


Price range can be $50 - $160
Thoughts?


Thanks in advance!

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    KarlKarl Registered User regular
    I just got these and am very happy with them

    SADES SA902 7.1 Surround Sound Stereo Pro PC USB Gaming Headsets Headband Headphones with Microphone Deep Bass Over-the-Ear Volume Control LED Lights For PC Gamers(Black)

    That's the link to Amazon UK FYI but I can't imagine they won't be on the US site

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    FiendishrabbitFiendishrabbit Registered User regular
    The SteelSeries Arctis 5 is within your price range, so that's an option. The Mic isn't recording quality, but it's crisp and works perfectly for gaming/chatting. Good audio.

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    BouwsTBouwsT Wanna come to a super soft birthday party? Registered User regular
    MMMig wrote: »
    Hey folks! The mic on my headset is pretty bad, it's on full recording volume but a lot of times my friends can't hear well.

    So, I'm in the market for either a new headset, or maybe even a dedicated microphone?
    Computer doesn't have bluetooth, so it'd have to be USB... and my soundcard only has one 3.5mm input already being used.


    Price range can be $50 - $160
    Thoughts?


    Thanks in advance!

    Linus of Linus Tech Tips just did a budget mic round-up a few days ago, sounds like the Blue Snowball, or Blue Yeti might be good fits for you as USB mic's.

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    QuidQuid Definitely not a banana Registered User regular
    I bought a PS4 Gold headset to use with my PC and have been really happy with it.

    https://www.playstation.com/en-us/explore/accessories/audio-and-communication/gold-wireless-headset/

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    MMMigMMMig Registered User regular
    Thanks for the info, folk!!!

    I think I'm going with the Arctis as a number of folk have recommended it so far.

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    PailryderPailryder Registered User regular
    I bought these for a friend and was surprised at the quality for the price.
    https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B06XWG12QS/

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    BlindZenDriverBlindZenDriver Registered User regular
    MMMig wrote: »
    Hey folks! The mic on my headset is pretty bad, it's on full recording volume but a lot of times my friends can't hear well.

    So, I'm in the market for either a new headset, or maybe even a dedicated microphone?
    Computer doesn't have bluetooth, so it'd have to be USB... and my soundcard only has one 3.5mm input already being used.


    Price range can be $50 - $160
    Thoughts?


    Thanks in advance!

    Looks like you might have pulled the trigger already and invested, but if not you should be aware you can add Bluetooth for just like 6-7$ and likely less if you look around.

    Also on headsets I use a Jabra stereo one at work some days and sometimes like all day. Works well, good sound, light, connects quickly...

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