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Wireless Headphones
- Budget wireless headphones for home theater Sennheiser RS 120 *Est. $70
- Best wireless headphones for home theater Sennheiser RS 160 *Est. $200
- Best wireless headphones for gaming Logitech G930 *Est. $140
- Best stereo Bluetooth headphones LG HBS-700 *Est. $50
- Best Bluetooth headphones for music Plantronics BackBeat 903+ *Est. $55
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Best wireless headphones for gaming
- Excellent sound quality
- Strong signal over rated distance
- Minimal interference
- Comfortable
- PC- or Mac-compatible
- Bass could be richer
- Dolby 7.1 surround sound not terribly effective
- Push-and-hold design of power button
- Pricey
- Not suitable for video game consoles
The Logitech G930 wireless gaming headphones deliver just about everything you could want from a headset, critics say. They sit comfortably despite their sturdy -- i.e., weighty -- design, offer several programmable buttons and their signal remains strong for the entire length of the 40 foot range, even if you lose line of sight with the transmitter. Critics say the audio is crisp, clear and rarely subject to interference from other devices on the 2.4 GHz spectrum. A few minor flaws are called out, however; listeners say the bass, while fine overall, could sound a bit richer, and the built-in Dolby 7.1 surround sound isn't terribly effective. Both are frequent complaints leveled at most wireless headphones, though. A more G930-centric issue lies in the push-and-hold design of its power button, which many users dislike. The Creative Sound Blaster World of Warcraft Wireless Headset (*Est. $125) is a little less expensive and sounds pretty good in its own right, but concerns about build quality have been raised.
PCMag.com and Engadget.com provide useful and detailed reviews of the Logitech G930. The headset also comes out tops in a gaming headset roundup at TechRadar.com. Amazon.com and Newegg.com users also provide feedback from a fairly large collection of owners.
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PCMag.com's Will Greenwald studies the physical design of the Logitech G930 before subjecting it to hands-on music, television and gaming testing. "The Logitech Wireless Gaming Headset G930 stands as one of the best wireless gaming headsets you can find, with high-quality audio output, smart design, and an impressive range," Greenwald says en route to awarding the headphones an Editors' Choice award, though he notes that the bass is a little weak.
Review: Logitech Wireless Gaming Headset G930, Will Greenwald, Sept. 26, 2011
2. Engadget.com
Sean Hollister takes a look at both the Logitech G930 wireless gaming headset and the Logitech G700 gaming mouse in this long review. While he has some quibbles about battery life and build quality, the mix of a strong signal and outstanding audio performance win him over. "The G930 is one of the most superb PC headsets -- gaming or no -- that we've ever tried," he writes.
Review: Logitech G700 Mouse and G930 Headset Review, Sean Hollister, Aug. 5, 2010
The Logitech G930 is the only wireless model on hand in this five-strong face-off, but despite the usual "poor audio quality" stigma attached to wireless headphones, it manages to trounce the competition with a 90 percent score. While the write-up is brief, Henry Winchester comes away very impressed by the G930's sound. "This is a pair of cans that actually deserves the high price tag. If you can afford them, you can't afford to miss them."
Review: Best Gaming Headset: Five Pairs on Test, Henry Winchester, Feb. 10, 2011
4. NewEgg.com
Newegg.com users paint a rosy picture of the Logitech G930. About 80 percent of the more than 350 user reviews give the unit either 4 or 5 stars out of 5. Owners report good comfort, good range and "astounding" sound quality, but many say they dislike the design of the power button.
Review: Logitech G930 USB Connector Circumaural Wireless Gaming Headset, Contributors to Newegg.com
5. Amazon.com
More than 200 users share their experiences with the Logitech G930 on Amazon.com, and the majority award the headset a 4- or 5-star rating. The headphones' clear, rich sound and comfortable nature are singled out repeatedly as high points. Some users don't like the push-and-hold nature of the power button, however, and a small number of users report that they've encountered bursts of screeching noise and failures of the noise cancellation function.
Review: Logitech Wireless Gaming Headset G930 with 7.1 Surround Sound, Contributors to Amazon.com
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