Headsets and Earbuds - Page 7 of 8

11Aug

By StuartNo Comments

Razer Barracuda X Review

Razer releases headsets all the time right? Well not like this! The Razer Barracuda X is a powerhouse, it's a design marvel, it's quite simply... fantastic. I was lucky enough to get my hands on one of these straight after its launch and having used them for the past couple of weeks it has become clear that the Razer Barracuda X is more than a headset. It's a lifestyle companion. Read on to find out more. Design, Comfort, Connectivity Do you use a Razer headset? Why not let us know which model down in the comments? Or better yet, tag us in a picture on social media! Design What better place to start when talking about a headset than the design side of things. The Razer Barracuda X is quite simply, beautiful! Its sleek black design, with the razer logo embellished on each ear cup, gives...

8Aug

By JasonNo Comments

Hardware & Tech

JBL Quantum One Headset Review

The awesome people over at JBL kindly sent down a pair of their recently launched Quantum One gaming headphones for me to have a play with. Before I have even got the product out of the box it already looks a very colourful ordeal with vibrant oranges painted across the packaging. JBL Quantum One - Dare To Listen With JBL being very well known for its speakers, I was interested to see how they would sound in a gaming headset. As, where precise sound is key if you want to survive in first-person shooters. First impressions Straight from the box there is a fair bit of substance to the Quantum One headset with a weight of 369g, bearing in mind that this is a wired headset. In comparison to some of the other headsets that I have had the pleasure to review, the wired Roccat Khan Aimo head...

15Dec

By JasonNo Comments

Hardware & Tech

HyperX Cloud Flight S Headset Review

Headsets, I don't know about you, however, finding one that is decent can be difficult to do as there are so many to choose from! In the past I have been able to test and review a few different headsets from various manufacturers, each have had their own pros and cons. This is my first foray into the world of HyperX so I did not know what to expect when the HyperX Cloud Flight S wireless gaming headset arrived on my desk. HyperX Cloud Flight S - Taking Sound To New Heights? Come with me as I put this headset through its paces and give you my verdict to whether it is worth your hard-earned cash! Design & Comfort Straight out of the HyperX emblazoned cardboard box you get one wireless headset, a detachable boom mic, a 2m charging lead and a USB 2.4GHz receiver. The Cloud Fligh...

11Nov

By Jay ArmstrongNo Comments

Hardware & Tech

QPAD QH-700 Pro Gaming Stereo Headset

You may have heard of QPAD. A Swedish company that was founded in 1992, but if you haven't I wouldn't blame you. It was only when they relaunched last year, in 2019, that they really came to my attention. As the self-proclaimed legends of eSports hardware, does the new QH-700 stereo headset deliver? Design Straight out of the box I could see this was a good quality piece of kit. Featuring a soft-to-the-touch matt black design throughout, with a gloss finish on their logo it looks very sleek. In fact I've been using this headset quite a lot when streaming and it's likely that people didn't really notice because of that stealth aesthetic. It's very slimline, compared to the chunkiness of my Razer Kraken and well padded for comfort. It features a removable mic; ultimately connect...

7Oct

By DanNo Comments

News & Updates

Gioteck Reveal Next Gen Accessories Including A New Headset

Gioteck has officially announced two next-gen third party products. Yesterday they revealed three new products in an all-new line up of affordable accessories. All will be available coinciding with the release of the next-gen line up next month. Firstly, let's take a look at the cable pack. Named the Gioteck VP-1 Viper Premium Cable Pack, this provides an all in one solution for next-gen consoles. That's right two cables and both compatible with Xbox SX and the PS5. In the pack, you get a USB C cable and a 2.1 8K HDMI cable. Available from Argos in November they are expected to retail at the RRP £29.99 See tech specs below: Viper USB C charging cable Compatible for both PS5 and Xbox SX 3m length 24k Gold plated connectors 3A fast charging Premium Braided cable Viper...

13Jul

By JohnNo Comments

Hardware & Tech

QPad QH95 Pro-Gaming Headset Review

The QH95 is the latest headset from QPad and has been designed to be an ideal choice for multi-platform gamers. As well as having full support for the more traditional uses of headphones (such as watching movies & listening to music). This is my first headset review & in truth, it isn't a piece of hardware that I've used that often in the past. However, it couldn't have come at a better time with everyone still being very much in lockdown. As such, I used the headset truly for multi-platform purposes. I put it to the test gaming on my PS4 & Nintendo Switch as well as using it for work purposes on conference calls while working from home. The question is does it truly live up to the claim of it being the ideal choice for multiple platforms? Design & Comfort The Q...

17Jun

By ArNo Comments

Hardware & Tech

SADES A6 Gaming Headset Review

As a huge lover of all things tech and peripherals, I was really excited to have the chance to review the SADES A6 PC Gaming Headset. I wasn’t entirely sure what to expect, so I was immediately intrigued by the bright black and orange styling of the packaging. On unboxing, I was pleased to discover the vibrancy of the outer design reflected well in the actual headset itself. Design and comfort The SADES A6 has a sleek, bold-orange and black style of design with an extremely lightweight feel at only 344g. This is something I instantly liked; a personal gripe about headsets is being able to feel their weight on my head and more specifically, the sensation of pressure I often get around my ears. The SADES A6 PC gaming headset offers a refreshing alternative to this, providing a real...

6Apr

By DanNo Comments

Hardware & Tech

Razer Kraken X Review

Budget headsets aren’t supposed to be this good. Seriously, The Kraken X is a whole new level. I’ve never known such great quality from such a meager priced headset. You’d expect a headset in this price bracket to come with some huge and numerous concessions that hamper the quality - but simply put, it doesn’t. In fact, it comes with very few. Razer has turned one such concession on its head and used it to its own advantage. The build is pretty much entirely made from plastic. Wait, what? I hear you cry! This leaves the Kraken X weighing in at a featherweight 250g and it’s one of the lightest headsets I’ve ever used. ‘ULTRA-LIGHT COMFORT’ claims Razer on their website, and for once, the marketing blurb is spot on. After a prolonged (and mainly fruitless) session of Battle Royal mo...

9Dec

By StuartNo Comments

Hardware & Tech

Drown Tactile Headphones Preview

While running the site here at Thumb Culture we have been lucky enough to get our hands on some great technology from some of the tippety top companies out there. From headphones to mice, we have sampled a very wide variety of hardware. In general you know kind of what to expect when something new comes onto the desk. Yes, there are different innovative technologies at work, but generally you know how to approach the review. Well, the innovative thinkers over at Drown may have just changed the headset/headphones game completely! Introducing the Drown Tactile Earphones! How are they different, I hear you asking? Well, let me try and explain in the most simplest to understand way. The Drown Tactile Earphones allow a higher level of precision when it comes to locating sounds relative to...

16Mar

By TC Staff WriterNo Comments

Hardware & Tech

HyperX Cloud Stinger Headset Review

HyperX is the manufacturer of some of the best gaming headsets out there, and I’ve had the opportunity of testing this amazing bit of kit that is a must for your gaming needs; also your head will thank you but, we will get more into that later. The Cloud Stinger has been a consideration for serious gamers on a budget for some time now, and for good reason — the headphones come at only £50 but, are they worth it, or should you keep saving up? I put them to the test to find out. Specifications The HyperX Cloud Stinger gaming headset has the following features and specifications: Lightweight headset with 90-degree rotating ear cups 50mm directional drivers for audio precision HyperX signature memory foam Adjustable steel slider Intuitive volume control on headset ear cup ...