To know the true worth of a diamond, you need to ask a jeweler. And if you are a true gamer then you are sure to know how absolutely imperative it is for you to have a top notch headset to have the best sound experience while you are gaming. Sound forms a very crucial element of the entire gaming experience and thus you must not compromise on it by going in for a headset that is locally manufactured just because it is cheap. Here are the top 10 best gaming headsets to look for in 2012. Most of these headsets are available in the market but if you want them at discounted rates you can try out online retail stores such as Amazon and Flipkart.
Plantronics Gamecon 777 Gaming Headset
Price: Rs.4500
Advantages
- Dolby Headphone technology incorporation
- Open ear design that lets you keep track of the sounds in the surroundings while you enjoy the gaming sounds
Disadvantages
- Feel slightly bulky on the head
Performance
This headset is a dream come true for gamers as they will get even the minutest details in sound with the help of this headset. The headset comes with a USB sound card that ensures that you get the quintessential surround sound experience. It also has a concealed noise cancelling microphone that can be brought out only when needed. Apart from this the headset has in lie volume and microphone controls that help the user to control the headset with maximum ease.
X12 & Xp500 Gaming Headsets
Price: Rs.12000
Advantages
- Highly customizable
- XBA Bluetooth adapter
Disadvantages
- Only compatible with the XBOX 360
Performance
These headsets have been designed solely for the XBOX 360 and thus it is a perfect match for the same. The headset comes packed with an XBA Bluetooth adapter and has features such as a digital signal processor, Dolby Surround Sound, Bluetooth Technology etc. The icing on the cake is that the headset is not just good for gaming purposes but also for listening to music and other related audio purposes.
Sennheiser Debuts PC 320 Gaming Headset
Price: Rs.6700
Advantages
- Snazzy external appearance
- Detailing in the bass and treble
Disadvantages
- Flimsy cabling of the headset
Performance
Here is another headset that has been specially designed for the XBOX 360. This headset is also exceptionally good as it has features such as a noise cancelling mic, bass boost, low noise amplifiers etc. The mic of this headset has more features than any gaming headset that I have come across till date. It gives you the choice of muting your voice by just twisting it and there are other outstanding features, as well. The headset offers value for money.
Sound Blaster Tactic3D Sigma Gaming headsets
Price: Rs4000
Advantages
- Impeccable sound quality
- Long cable connected to the headset
Disadvantages
- Average bass sound
- Crystalizer of the headset is a huge let down
Performance
Gamers are well acquainted with the Tactic series and this headset is a step ahead of all its siblings. It is loaded with features in the form of a detachable mic, USB adapter, in-line volume controls etc. The functioning of the headset is simple and the sound that it mirrors is great. The headset is not loaded with the THX TruStudio PRO software, but that is not much of an issue as the software is easily available over the internet. As a whole the headset works well and will be a great choice for any gamer. This is one of the budget gaming headphones that you are sure to love.
Cyborg Freq 5 gaming headset
Price: Rs.6900
Advantages
- 50 mm drivers with Neodymium Magnets
- On-ear controls
Disadvantages
- Strange design of ear cups
Performance
This high end gaming headphones set will woo you with its different looks and the features that it packs. It is undoubtedly a great choice for a gamer and I feel that it is one of the best gaming headphones 2012 will see. The main features of the headset are 50 mm drivers with Neodymium Magnets, detachable noise-canceling mic, on-ear controls, and a 2-meter USB braided cable.
Turtle Beach Z11 Gaming Headsets
Price: Rs.2000
Advantages
- Inexpensive
- Acoustically angled speakers
Disadvantages
- Basic design
Performance
Here is another set of gaming headphones PC gets and these also are garnering a lot of interest like the others. There are many headphones that are available in the market for computer systems and this one is one of the best gaming headsets that are presently available. With features such as PC/laptop adapter cable, in line volume controls, 4ft cable etc, this headset is a true performer and can be used with a variety of devices including mobiles and tablets.
CM Storm Sirus Gaming Headsets
Price: Rs.6200
Advantages
- Two replacement ear-cups
- Different modes dedicated to gaming, music and videos
Disadvantages
- Slightly bulky
Performance
With a sturdy build and snazzy looks this is also one of the gaming headphones laptops will have and they are not just for laptops as they are compatible with other devices as well. The main features of the headset are that they are incorporated with the surround sound technology and has gold plated connectors. The major plus point of this headset is that it can be used for purposes other than gaming.
Turtle Beach Ear Force XP400, XP300 Wireless Gaming Headsets
Price: Rs.10780 for XP400 and Rs.8500 for XP300
Advantages
- Wireless headsets
Disadvantages
- Only compatible with the XBOX 360
Performance
Here is another set of gaming headphones XBOX 360 gets, and these ones are indisputably different from the other recent launches. They are wireless and thus you can comfortably rest on couch while playing, without any trouble. These headsets are simply great and there is nothing that will let you down. The headset houses features such as dual-pairing Bluetooth, a rechargeable Lithium Polymer battery, multiple EQ presets, dynamic chat boost, a variable microphone monitor, and an auxiliary input will provide you with a sound quality that is unimaginable.
SteelSeries Flux headsets
Price: not released yet
Advantages
- Compatible with a wide range of devices
- Light weight
Disadvantages
- No specific technology incorporation
Performance
Among the many headsets that SteelSeries has, Flux is the one that steals the show and there are reasons galore for that. To start with, the headset is very light and compatible with almost all your devices. It has interchangeable ear cushions and thus you can get ones in your favourite colour and attach them to the headset. The headset is not just for gamers but also for music and videos and this is what adds to the aura of the headset.
Tritton Primer Xbox 360 Wireless Gaming Headset
Price: Rs.5000
Advantages
- 5.8 GHz Wireless Technology
Disadvantages
- Basic design
Performance
This Tritton headset is another one that has been especially designed for the XBOX 360 and is a wireless gaming headset, as well. The headset will stun you with the features that it has. Among them, the most alluring is the clear bass and treble control that the handset is equipped with. Another amazing feature that it has is that it is ready for use out of the box.
These are the top 10 best gaming headsets to look for in 2012. Each of these headsets is a technological wonder and they will leave you amazed with their sound quality and features. If you call yourself a gamer then any one of these headsets is a must have.
