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Sennheiser GAME ONE Gaming Headset Black
Last Updated: November 25, 2018 (Refresh Now)
8.1
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/10
Total Reviews
682
Old Reviews
380
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Sound Quality
126sound card, surround, sennheiser, headset, amp
+91%
-9%
" ... These are phenomenal headphones and I can’t recommend them enough! ... "
" ... Keep in mind that these are open-back headphones, so others can hear your sound bleeding out into the room, but the quality is improved over the Game Zero's (which I'm using now as a replacement for these) due to the open-back design. ... "
" ... They really do sound fantastic when you play music through them. ... I have no complaints there, as they have opened my eyes to quality headphones. ... "
" ... The sound of this headset is not the best I've heard, but it is definitely good enough to justify for the $160 pricetag. ... The sound is clear and balanced. ... Good for listening pop music, but not the best for metal though. ... "
" ... The overall sound quality I'd give it a solid 8.5 out of 10 between games, voice, and music. ... "
" ... Speakers are amazing quality. ... "
" ... They are quite literally the best sounding headphones I have ever used. ... Not only do they sound good, but they also feel really good on my head. ... The bottom line is, the microphone sounds really good and will do just fine if you're planning on entry to maybe even mid-level streaming or YouTube. ... "
" ... Very good audio quality + pretty loud ... "
Comfort
108ears, head, glasses, wearing, gaming
+92%
-8%
" ... Very comfortable headset with a quality mic, good styling and decent durability. ... "
" ... I would recommend this to anyone looking for a long term investment in a headset ... "
" ... Has good acoustics, decent for games where auditory awareness is key. ... "
" ... The foam earpad can be taken off from the headset and is thus washable and replaceble. ... "
" ... The velvet type material around the earpieces help make it really comfortable especially after long periods of use. ... "
" ... Not only do they sound good, but they also feel really good on my head. ... At first, they were a little tight, but give it a few days to loosen up and they feel perfectly fine. ... "
" ... This is the first headset I've found that I can wear for hours on end and never have pain anywhere. ... "
" ... Other than that, I enjoy the open ear/air design and wouldn't change anything about these for the world. ... This is something I really like because of the open ear/air design. ... "
Gaming
80headset, game, games, game one, headsets
+94%
-6%
" ... Awesome game headphones, a little low on the Ohm. ... "
" ... Has good acoustics, decent for games where auditory awareness is key. ... "
" ... The overall sound quality I'd give it a solid 8.5 out of 10 between games, voice, and music. ... "
" ... Very useful if you're into competitive gaming. ... "
" ... Same with tweaking in-game audio settings. ... "
" ... Now I have Astro A50's and they work perfectly all the time but battery runs out during long gaming sessions (older set) so I decided to go with a standard hook up 3.5mm plug Game One and these sounded great!! ... "
" ... I use it for regular gaming in my single player games,, my lone dungeon crawls, watching YouTube, Netflix, listening to music, using the PS4's mic/headphone plug, or even as a headset with my phone via the single 3.5mm jack. ... "
" ... By far the best and most comfortable Open Back gaming headset. ... "
Headphones
57headphones, headphone, mic, sennheiser, usb
+84%
-16%
" ... These are phenomenal headphones and I can’t recommend them enough! ... "
" ... High quality headset. ... "
" ... The sound of this headset is not the best I've heard, but it is definitely good enough to justify for the $160 pricetag. ... "
" ... Absolutely amazing headset. ... "
" ... Can't say enough good things about this headset. ... "
" ... Plus, the open ear design also means that ones hearing is kept in better tact than with your standard closed headset. ... I always recommend Sennheiser as headphones in general, but since owning these I now suggest to anyone looking for a quality headset to buy either the Game One (this) or the Game Zero. ... All in all, I absolutely love this headset. ... Sennheiser makes some of the best quality equipment out there and I am nothing but impressed at their headset. ... "
" ... These headphones sound great, feel great, and look great! ... "
" ... headset is great. ... "
Cables
37headset, braided, tangled, removable, 3 5mm
+84%
-16%
" ... The cord is great and doesn't tangle. ... "
" ... The long cord when you plug the two 3.5mm jacks into the front of the PC can get tangled and being able to have it wrapped up and stay wrapped up is a blessing. ... "
" ... Both cabels are braided and are built to last! ... "
" ... There is also an included 1.2-meter combo jack cable which is awesome to use with my laptop or phone in a pinch. ... "
" ... Inside the box there was simply the headphones and a cable splitter, and that's all you'll ever need with these. ... - Braided cord can withstand quite a bit of use and abuse. ... "
" ... The cables are very sturdy and the headsets are very well built. ... "
" ... Long cable - 9 feet or something. ... "
" ... I also like that it came with two cables (they can be switched out), one that is 3.5mm that works with smartphones or my Mac, the other with a seperate green and red connector for audio in/out that I use with my PC. ... "
Build Quality
37build quality, headband, soft, velvet, comfortable
+70%
-30%
" ... The velvet type material around the earpieces help make it really comfortable especially after long periods of use. ... "
" ... Both cabels are braided and are built to last! ... "
" ... The plastic is sturdy and ergonomic, the velvet accents are soft and comfortable as all hell, and the microphone works absolutely perfectly right out of the box. ... "
" ... These things are fantastic, they are surprisingly very durable for a plastic frame and I like the open back on them as my head doesn't sweat anymore. ... "
" ... Also, if I'm eating and playing games, the mic has a solid plastic frame which keeps the mic too close to my mouth. ... "
" ... Bought them as a replacement for my 8 year old Astro A40's that finally feel apart. ... "
" ... Fantastic open headphones with incredible build quality. ... Clamp is strong but reassuring. ... "
" ... It's freaking indestructible. ... They're still going strong. ... "
Product Reliability
24months, years, weeks, sennheiser, stopped working
+50%
-50%
" ... Worked fine until mysterious failure. ... "
" ... Bought these in January 2017. ... Just had my second pair stop working and am waiting for them to send me a new one. ... "
" ... The build quality is completely cheap plastic and most likely will fail within months of use. ... "
" ... I've only had these 9 months. ... don't recommend unless you buy a new headset every 6 months. ... "
" ... 2nd headset I've received, same issue. ... "
" ... I purchased these a few months ago, and I have stuck with them until just now. ... I really want to believe that my headphones were faulty right out of the box, and this isn't the standard for this product across the board. ... Within a few days, I would get annoying . ... "
" ... These were either Knockoffs, a defective refurb, or just plain bad! ... "
" ... This should give some indication as to the quality and recurring problems. ... As noted by only one other reviewer, these headphones after about 6 months begin to "creak". ... A few months later, the cups themselves -- during normal use! ... -- began doing the same thing. ... But I suspect they'll last another 3-4 months before I have to do an RMA. ... The price hasn't changed much over the past 2 years either, only decreasing by US$10. ... "
Bass
22sounds, mids, overwhelming, highs, sound quality
+59%
-41%
" ... I could wear them all day, they have incredible sound and clarity with just the right amount of bass. ... "
" ... The treble is not too sharp, and the bass is not disturbing. ... "
" ... For music, these definitely have a very level sound response especially compared to the Cloud, which, while having tighter bass than most, definitely pronounces the low end more. ... "
" ... You can go with Hyperx Cloud Revolver (I have it) for a low budget all in one package and a bit more bass. ... "
" ... For example, I think the Sony headsets have more a V-shape, meaning they favor bass and higher frequencies. ... This makes for an exciting and fun sound but I think it’s somewhat fatiguing and the bass can blur out some of the midrange sounds (where most of the sound exists). ... They have good bass, good midrange, and decent highs. ... "
" ... Very good sound stage for a closed back with good natural equalization (not too heavy on the bass for a closed back). ... "
" ... The sound is good enough to 95% of people(though it could use some more bass). ... "
" ... The sound quality is crisp at both high and low volumes, but I can't give my opinion on the bass quality since I usually just use them for gaming. ... "
Price
19worth the price, well worth, definitely worth, msrp, justified
+89%
-11%
" ... They're the best sounding headphones for gaming I've ever heard, and they are well worth the price now that it's lower than it originally retailed for. ... Don't get me wrong, it would have been worth it at the original retail price too, but now that they've come down a bit, there's absolutely no reason not to get them. ... "
" ... I couldn't tell a difference besides the price ... "
" ... For the current price of $170 I think they are an excellent value, and I highly recommend them if you are looking for a new headset. ... "
" ... Wonderful product, well worth the investment. ... "
" ... Money I wish I had just put to this headset to begin with. ... "
" ... Best headphones I've ever bought for an even better price! ... "
" ... Cost: While the MSRP of $250 would not be a justified amount . ... "
" ... Got it on a summer sale but they are definitely worth the price. ... "
Call quality
19headset, voice, mic, talk, chat
+89%
-11%
" ... Using any form of communication via the microphone (discord, skype, etc . ) ... "
" ... I have used this headset to make calls using Google Hangouts and the people on the other line say that the quality is even better than on my cell phone. ... "
" ... The mic’s sound isolation, voice quality, build quality, and convenience are fantastic. ... "
" ... I'm on calls from my computer all day, and this headset is as good as I can imagine. ... "
" ... Sound quality is perfect and the mic is great, everybody I talk to can hear me clearly. ... "
" ... The mic quality is perfect for voice chat. ... "
" ... For example when my wife is callimg me I could now hear her. ... "
" ... Works great on Skype, Teamspeak etc. ... "
Volume
18loud, hear, headset, mute, loud enough
+50%
-50%
" ... These have a volume knob on the right headphone which doesn't mute, just turns down low. ... "
" ... Also the pinpoint accuracy of footsteps was lower than my older par, and less faint even at a much louder volume. ... "
" ... Too much distortion, could not raise volume levels enough, no directional hearing, poor build quality. ... "
" ... It was loud enough that voice activation would pick it up. ... Otherwise, even with the volume knob at maximum, they'll be too quiet. ... "
" ... This means whenever I unplug the headset the speaker volume is far too loud so I need to scramble to get the volume turned down. ... "
Controls
15control, mute, headset, mic, wheel
+67%
-33%
" ... I also love how you can mute the mic by flipping it up and the volume control dial is pretty nice as well ... "
" ... I really like the volume roller, it's a great feature and while it doesn't let you mute the headphones, I think that's actually a plus. ... I have a volume puck that has the same control style for my speakers so it's a really natural thing for me to reach for that when my other headphones are plugged in and find it does nothing. ... "
" ... The volume control on the right ear is a very good design and allows you to easily get the volume right and is easy and natural to use. ... "
" ... Piano keys sound. ... "
" ... I love the volume knob on the side (use it a lot) as well as the way the microphone "clicks" to disengage when you lift it. ... "
" ... The volume control is very easy to use, as is the raise mic to mute feature. ... "
" ... To this day I still need to fiddle with volume settings here and there, but it's such a minor thing to be able to use such a high quality headset. ... "
" ... There's a "click" you can both hear and feel when it passes the mute threshold, and it worked well on my unit without any missed mutes. ... "
Ports
15adapter, ps4, headset, xbox one, 3 5mm jack
+87%
-13%
" ... -This *does not require a USB adapter or a combo audio adapter. ... Both come with Velcro cable management ties and I find this particularly handy for both storage and for how my gaming tower is set up. ... "
" ... I also like that it came with two cables (they can be switched out), one that is 3.5mm that works with smartphones or my Mac, the other with a seperate green and red connector for audio in/out that I use with my PC. ... "
" ... Great product, im not sure why ive seen people say you need an adapter for ps4, switch from the dual wire thats pre-connected to the single connector and it works perfectly. ... "
" ... The new interchangeable cables means I can plug directly into my controller with no adapter. ... "
" ... It couldn't be simpler to use, just plug it in and go. ... "
" ... One is for your computer, the other is for a stereo/cellphone (3.5mm jack). ... "
" ... The cable is removable, there's a separate cable provided for consoles, in case you want to attach it to a PS4 or Xbox One controller and don't want to remove from your PC. ... "
" ... The old one included a USB adapter. ... "
Design
14plastic, feel, white, design, red accents
+93%
-7%
" ... LOOK NO FURTHER! ... "
" ... The plastic is sturdy and ergonomic, the velvet accents are soft and comfortable as all hell, and the microphone works absolutely perfectly right out of the box. ... "
" ... The look of them is great. ... "
" ... I also really like the simple design free of spectrum lighting and the feel of the plastic which is thick and slick. ... Still, I actually see that as an advantage because of its simplicity. ... "
" ... Absolute velvety bliss. ... "
" ... All that remains to be seen is whether it will stand the test of time, but it has that "high-quality feel" so I have high hopes. ... "
" ... Otherwise I really liked the white. ... It made the red accents pop out and it matches my wifes computer case perfectly. ... "
" ... These headphones look rather stylish especially in a black and red computer set-up like I have. ... "
Marketplace
13sennheiser, replacement, item, amazon warehouse, thanks
+54%
-46%
" ... picked these up on a great sale here on amazon so totally worth the purchase!! ... "
" ... They came on time and in very attractive packaging, always a plus whenever I order from Amazon. ... "
" ... Initial product was defective but they immediately shipped a replacement which we like. ... "
" ... Thank you for your time. ... "
" ... Conclusion: Although it can be found used for less than a quarter of the MSRP on other sites, buying this item new grants you a 2 year warranty. ... "
" ... Thanks a lot ... "
" ... They are far lighter than expected. ... "
Fit
13head, ears, tight, clamp, headset fits
+92%
-8%
" ... The fit is very comfortable and has a wide adjustment for any size head. ... "
" ... Clamp is strong but reassuring. ... "
" ... Doesn't wiggle around. ... It's not too big, it's the right fit around my ears. ... "
" ... For those of us gamers using TrackIR, it fits perfectly next to the microphone. ... "
" ... they also fit my head very well. ... "
" ... Sound quality is good, it actually fits my (rather large) head well. ... "
" ... This headset fits me very well. ... These do not clamp too tight and the arm that goes on top of the head has a really nice pad on it. ... They fit perfectly around my ears and they don't get pinched or crushed at all. ... I have pretty big ears too, so it's nice to find a set of headphones that fit so well. ... They go around the ears and fit on my head without any overlapping areas. ... "
" ... The cushioning is very soft and fits around my larger ears. ... "
Returns
11returning, returned, refund, extremely, weeks
-100%
" ... I'll be seeking a refund. ... "
" ... Returned them for a refund. ... "
" ... Extremely disappointed and will be returning. ... "
" ... I returned them. ... "
" ... I quickly returned them for a refund! ... "
" ... Amazon on returning it was 5 star ... "
" ... Since its going GROUD to MA and their return time on repairs is 2-3 weeks it will be a MONTH or TWO before I get a replacement. ... Sent out on January 30 . ... "
" ... I'll contact the seller and see if I can return/replace it, and I'll update the review accordingly. ... "
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