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Syndicatekiller Newbie 86 posts since
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Confused between the three headsets?

Posted by Syndicatekiller on Feb 9, 2013 9:57 AM

Ok so after researching I have an option to buy one of the three headsets- Madcatz Tritton ax120 headsets or Turtle beach ear force X12 headsets or Tritton X360 detonator stereo headsets,which one should I buy from the three,I am looking for a headsets which is durable so it does not break up very easily,my voice should be clear when I talk to my xbl friends and the normal In game sound,and should be comfortable while wearing,and should overall be a nice headset :p

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  • rebelboy00075 Newbie 11 posts since
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    rebelboy00075     Feb 9, 2013 10:13 AM (in response to Syndicatekiller)

    Turtle beach X42 cant go wrong i love them i started with the x11s to try them out and not to mention how expensive they are i have never used tritons though but never needed to try the x12 they are still great just no surrond sound. you will still get great sound through them no the less but being wireless is really nice.

  • highlandsparky Novice 309 posts since
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    highlandsparky     Feb 9, 2013 10:21 AM (in response to Syndicatekiller)

    There's a magazine I read which is very good for reviews...Here is the X12 Review

  • JBurn244 Apprentice 417 posts since
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    JBurn244     Feb 9, 2013 10:25 AM (in response to Syndicatekiller)

    I have the X12. They work great.

  • Syndicatekiller Newbie 86 posts since
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    Syndicatekiller     Feb 9, 2013 10:30 AM (in response to Syndicatekiller)

    What is basically surround sound which is available for tritton headsets but not for the turtle beach x12?

  • goober11 Newbie 49 posts since
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    goober11     Feb 9, 2013 10:31 AM (in response to Syndicatekiller)

    I have the found the durability of Turtle Beach's to be subpar. I have two headsets and both lasted around 8 months.  OTOH I had some Sennheisers that lasted 5+ years.

  • rebelboy00075 Newbie 11 posts since
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    rebelboy00075     Feb 9, 2013 10:44 AM (in response to Syndicatekiller)

    I'm not sure what you asking basically surround sound? but the X32 i believe are cordless and surround sound but its just the 5.1 instead of 7.1 of the X42 which you don't really need. And as far as durability they will last as long as you want as long as you take care of them. I'm not sure if goober is throwing his on the ground or what but my pair of x11 from 3 years ago still work same as my x41.

  • gdexter Expert 2,015 posts since
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    gdexter     Feb 9, 2013 10:57 AM (in response to Syndicatekiller)

    What's wrong with a good old fashioned tv and a hifi or surround system?

    • nuttin2say Expert 2,589 posts since
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      nuttin2say     Feb 10, 2013 6:55 PM (in response to gdexter)

      I used to ask that same question until I had some extra cash about four years ago. I bought a TB X31 on sale and realized the difference between Bose surround sound hooked to my TV and a headset with surround sound hooked to my xbox. HUGE difference.

  • Syndicatekiller Newbie 86 posts since
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    Syndicatekiller     Feb 9, 2013 9:15 PM (in response to Syndicatekiller)

    Ok put the X12s aside,what about the other two-Tritton ax120 and Tritton X360 detonator stereo headsets?

  • Syndicatekiller Newbie 86 posts since
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    Syndicatekiller     Feb 10, 2013 12:37 AM (in response to Syndicatekiller)

    Lol,not that rich guys!

    • chummierpie Newbie 52 posts since
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      chummierpie     Feb 10, 2013 2:24 AM (in response to Syndicatekiller)

      Syndicatekiller wrote:

       

      Lol,not that rich guys!

      turtle beach for me every time..they sound great ..clear chat .ajustable in game..and most of all the comfort...l wear mine for 5 hrs at a time and dont feel like im wearing anything on my head ...price is reaonable.as well...i got the x 11s had for 2 yrs now...so id say go for tb x 12s...although i read an artical the other day testing x 11s against the newer x 12s and most prefered the x 11s for sound and comfort....but id defo go for turtle beach...happy hunting .....

      • Syndicatekiller Newbie 86 posts since
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        Syndicatekiller     Feb 10, 2013 3:17 AM (in response to chummierpie)

        Thanks,ordering now.

        • stayfrosty70 Novice 150 posts since
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          stayfrosty70     Feb 10, 2013 3:34 AM (in response to Syndicatekiller)

          The afterglow wireless  is a good sounding headset and the part that goes over your head are wires and a pad. I think that's what makes them comfortable and an added perk there about 100 bucks at gamestop.

        • cranium2001 Master 2,608 posts since
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          cranium2001     Feb 10, 2013 8:05 PM (in response to Syndicatekiller)

          Do yourself a favor and check out the TB DSS (Dolby® Surround Sound) also. You can get a used one pretty cheap on eBay. I got mine for $20.00.

          • squirrelness Novice 314 posts since
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            squirrelness     Feb 11, 2013 1:09 AM (in response to cranium2001)

            I was thinking about going this route myself, but then realized that 90% of the time I have to run with one of the headphones at least half off of my ear because our 11 week old son is in the room and I need to be able to hear him if he cries, haha, so I don't think I'd get much use out of the surround sound.

             

            Maybe in a couple of years I can go this route or upgrade our headsets....

            • cranium2001 Master 2,608 posts since
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              cranium2001     Feb 11, 2013 1:22 AM (in response to squirrelness)

              Congratulations on the baby. I can understand your predicament, I have an 8 year old. It's the reason I got my first "real" headset years ago. So I could enjoy the game and keep the tv down.

        • squirrelness Novice 314 posts since
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          squirrelness     Feb 11, 2013 12:58 AM (in response to Syndicatekiller)

          I have the TB x32s and the wife has the x31s and we love them.  The one change we made, though, was to replace the cord that goes between the headset and the controller.  Neither of us liked having the mute and volume half way up the cord.  So we went to Turtlebeach.com and ordered cables with the 'puck' style connection.  I promise you they are nowhere near as big a puck as the old headset style and it is a Godsend to have the controls right at your fingertips right next to your controller.

           

          http://www.turtlebeach.com/product-detail/cables-parts/xbox-live-puck/105

           

          Disclaimer:  Not positive these would work for the x12s, so research before you order.  (I'd research for you, but apparently my computer and their website hate each other right now.  )

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            trickster.     Feb 11, 2013 1:07 AM (in response to squirrelness)

            thanks for the tip about the puck cable squirrel,i have the PX'5s and with the standard cable i keep turning the volume down with my legs when the cable falls between my knees lol,i also have the XBA adapter but the sound quality of that is not as good as a cable

            • squirrelness Novice 314 posts since
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              squirrelness     Feb 11, 2013 1:31 AM (in response to trickster.)

              No problem, glad to help.

               

              The only thing that sucks is they will only let you order three.  We ordered two...one for each headset....and then had one break (well, the jacks bent) when a headset went flying one afternoon.  I went back to order two more (one to replace the broken one, one more as a spare) and it was only going to let me order 1 that time.  Ended up just ordering three using my wife's name, but still, haha.

  • zingaa Expert 1,023 posts since
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    zingaa     Feb 10, 2013 3:25 AM (in response to Syndicatekiller)

    The trittons are a little spendy, but for me well worth it. I had a few little problems with mine but Tritton was always good in sending me parts, overnight I might add.

  • gallp13 Master 6,560 posts since
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    gallp13     Feb 10, 2013 3:33 AM (in response to Syndicatekiller)

    X12s

  • get2dachoperrrr Apprentice 574 posts since
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    get2dachoperrrr     Feb 10, 2013 8:29 AM (in response to Syndicatekiller)

    Well the question is are you one of those people who treats there headset like ****? if so, buy the cheapest because your going to break it. All the headsets last if you treat them right,

  • idc219 Newbie 11 posts since
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    idc219     Feb 10, 2013 8:40 AM (in response to Syndicatekiller)

    If you got the money I suggest you buy turtle beach tangos. They are made just got bo2. They are 300 bucks. I love them. I wouldn't get x32 get the x42 since they are surround sound and 32's are just stereo sound. The turtle beach X-rays are good too. I hear footsteps even without awareness perk. Trey arch did a great job putting different audio in game than unrealistic footsteps everybody wants. I like hearing people talking or reloading or bullets hitting a wall to give me clue were people are.  I wouldn't recommend x12 or any of those headsets but if you are on a limited budget I guess they would suffice. I would rather save up at least 150 to buy x42 instead of paying 60 for x12. I have had x32,42, xp400, and tangos. I kept upgrading when i realized how much better the upper echelon headphones are.

  • smokesdope Master 2,000 posts since
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    smokesdope     Feb 10, 2013 7:08 PM (in response to Syndicatekiller)

    I would go with the TB PX510 when they come out ! There basically the upgrade from the PX5s and the BO.2 high end set . Can't wait for my PX5s to break lol

    • RallyOrDie Apprentice 920 posts since
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      RallyOrDie     Feb 10, 2013 8:08 PM (in response to smokesdope)

      I am going to Astros after my PX5s break or I sell them.

      • cranium2001 Master 2,608 posts since
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        cranium2001     Feb 10, 2013 8:14 PM (in response to RallyOrDie)

        I love my Astro A50's. I've had the A40's too but the 50's are just more simple. Long battery life, comfortable, solid and just all around great. They're costly but worth it.

    • idc219 Newbie 11 posts since
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      idc219     Feb 10, 2013 10:48 PM (in response to smokesdope)

      Just looked at px510 they are pretty much like tangos I have but the tangos have leather earcups and are made for bo2 so if I was you get tb tangos

  • Foxhound-Pro GlobalModerator 3,092 posts since
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    Foxhound-Pro     Feb 10, 2013 7:58 PM (in response to Syndicatekiller)

    Using a Siberia V2 with an old Astro Mixamp. Louder than A40s and I still get the detail that I would like.

  • ghosthound Master 13,225 posts since
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    ghosthound     Feb 10, 2013 8:20 PM (in response to Syndicatekiller)

    Astro A40's - they are the best and worth the extra money...

  • jwaller123 Master 2,756 posts since
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    jwaller123     Feb 11, 2013 1:08 AM (in response to Syndicatekiller)

    I am still rocking the X11's. Have been for the last three COD titles. They are good for what they are and my wife even uses them to watch TV when I am playing my drums or guitar. They have seen A LOT of use and are still doing well in the sound department. No surround sound, but very good for the money I spent on them.

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    Trffc3s     Feb 11, 2013 1:52 AM (in response to Syndicatekiller)

    i have been using turtle beach XP400 for a while and its awesome. its wireless and the battery last long. i had no problem using it. my friend own x12 and dx12 and they say it is good. you cant go wrong with turtle beach.

  • DR65DR Novice 366 posts since
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    DR65DR     Feb 11, 2013 3:14 AM (in response to Syndicatekiller)

    I've been lucky enough to review a reasonable number of headsets in the last few years for various magazines. I've tried:

     

    Steel Series Siberia

    Steel Series Spectrum

    Astro A40 (plus MixAmp)

    Astro A30 (plus MixAmp)

    Tritton AX180

     

    Steel Series were good, particularly price, but not as solid a sound as the Trittons.

     

    Best of the the bunch were and are the A40s. Having used them for several years now, I've yet to find a headset which match them for dynamic range. I only use wired headsets in order to cut down on interference.

     

    I haven't personally tried the Turtle Beach range, primarily because three friends who had them all broke them.

  • Syndicatekiller Newbie 86 posts since
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    Syndicatekiller     Feb 11, 2013 9:40 AM (in response to Syndicatekiller)

    Actually in my country,no one sells turtlebeaches,tritton,and astro,so only companies that are available are steel series and senheiser,they are only a few shops online which sell only about 2-3 varieties of headsets of each company,so all that astro a40,a50,px510,etc I have to order form USA and paying for shipping charges and customs will just be too much,so only ones wich is available for me are the turtle beach xl1,tritton ax120 and x12,so wich one guys out of the three?

    • Run_N_Gunning_Camper Master 2,228 posts since
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      Run_N_Gunning_Camper     Feb 11, 2013 9:49 AM (in response to Syndicatekiller)

      Whatever your choice will be, don't forget to get a Dolby decoder. It will enhance your experience and will turn pretty much any stereo headset into a virtual 5.1 surround setup. I'm personally using a Sound Blaster Recon 3D paired with an ATH AD700 and its sound blows away my Tritton 720. I'm pretty sure a decoder is available in your country.

  • Dr_Philopian Calculating status... 10 posts since
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    Dr_Philopian     Feb 11, 2013 9:56 AM (in response to Syndicatekiller)

    I love my a50's much better than the turtle beachs I had before.

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