 | Ear Force PX21 Gaming Headset for Playstation 3 |
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Product Description
The Ear Force PX21 integrates premium stereo game sound with crystal-clear communication on the PlayStation Network (PSN), XBOX LIVE and PC/Mac to create the definitive audio environment for playing popular game titles on all platforms. The PX21 is two headsets in one—a stereo USB headset for chat sound and an amplified stereo headset for game sound. That means you can independently control chat and game sound from a single control box whether you’re playing PS3, XBOX or PC games. Large, comfortable ear cups with a lightweight, rugged design provide the ultimate in comfort during extended game play. The PX21 gives you a significant advantage because you can hear sound cues others can’t, so you’ll react faster and take them out before they take you out. Unique gaming features such as variable bass boost, chat boost, stereo expander and convenient volume controls for chat and game audio, provide a competitive edge that can make the difference between winning and losing. If you’re serious about your PS3, XBOX 360 or PC gaming, then get serious about the sound. Move up to the Ear Force PX21 and become a better player while experiencing your games as they were meant to be heard.
Product Details
- Amazon Sales Rank: #333 in Video Games
- Color: Black
- Brand: Turtle Beach
- Model: TBS-2130
- Released on: 2010-03-19
- Platform: PlayStation 3
- Number of items: 1
- Dimensions: 2.76" h x 8.07" w x 10.24" l, 1.33 pounds
Features
- Universal headset for PS3 & XBOX 360 & PC or Mac Hear stereo game sound together with PlayStation Network & XBOX LIVE or online chat Stereo expander widens the sound field to accentuate left and right sound cues
- Variable Bass Boost enhances the reality and depth of explosions gun blasts and other deep sounds
- Chat Boost automatically increases incoming chat level when the game gets louder Game sound is isolated so online players won't hear the game picked up by your mic
- Separate volume controls make it easy to balance game and chat levels Mic monitor lets you hear what you're saying A single USB connection provides power - no AC adapters necessary
- Heart-Thumping Bass Boost
Editorial Reviews
From the Manufacturer
The Ear Force PX21 integrates premium stereo game sound with crystal-clear communication on the PlayStation Network (PSN), XBOX LIVE and PC/Mac to create the definitive audio environment for playing popular game titles on all platforms.
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Overview:
The PX21 is two headsets in one—a stereo USB headset for chat sound and an amplified stereo headset for game sound. That means you can independently control chat and game sound from a single control box whether you’re playing PS3, XBOX or PC games. Large, comfortable ear cups with a lightweight, rugged design provide the ultimate in comfort during extended game play.
The PX21 gives you a significant advantage because you can hear sound cues others can’t, so you’ll react faster and take them out before they take you out. Unique gaming features such as variable bass boost, chat boost, stereo expander and convenient volume controls for chat and game audio, provide a competitive edge that can make the difference between winning and losing.If you’re serious about your PS3, XBOX 360 or PC gaming, then get serious about the sound. Move up to the Ear Force PX21 and become a better player while experiencing your games as they were meant to be heard.
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Works With PS3, XBOX 360, PC & Mac
The PX21 is a Universal Headset that works on all major gaming platforms. The microphone can be used with PSN, XBOX LIVE and PC chat for clear communication while hearing the game in full-bandwidth stereo sound. When used on a PC or Mac, the headset works as two separate headsets in one. The stereo USB section lets you control VoIP programs such as Skype, Ventrilo, and Teamspeak with the chat volume control on the amplifier unit, while the stereo game audio from your sound card output is controlled by the game volume control. This lets you use the PX21 amplifier controls to balance the chat and game sound while playing games on your PC, just as you would on the PS3 or XBOX LIVE. The Chat Boost feature also works on PC chat signals, so you’ll always hear what others are saying, regardless of how loud the game gets.
Rotating Ear Cups
Twist the ear cups to rest the PX21 flat on your shoulders when taking a break from the game.
Stereo Expander
The Stereo Expander enhances the sounds coming from the left and right sides and decreases sounds that are in the center, allowing you to “tune in” to sound cues from enemies that might be sneaking up on you. When turned on, the expander makes the stereo field seem “wider”, as if it originates from outside the headset, which makes the game sound more dramatic than standard stereo.
Chat Boost – Dynamic Talkback Expander
The Chat Boost feature automatically increases the chat levels during intense game sequences, so communication from teammates isn't drowned out. As the game audio gets louder, the chat volume is automatically increased - which lets you continue to hear what everyone is saying. When the game volume quiets down, the chat level will gradually return to the normal volume setting. You can see it working by looking at the chat level light, which gets brighter as the game get louder and the chat level increases. It's a simple solution to an annoying problem, and it all happens automatically – so you don't have to adjust anything!
Microphone Monitoring
If you're wearing a headset, it's difficult to hear yourself speak, so you'll tend to talk louder. To address this, the PX21 incorporates microphone monitoring. Just like a telephone, the PX21 mixes a small portion of the mic signal into the headphone signal, so you can hear some of your voice along with the online chatting and game audio. This lets you easily sense what you're saying, but not so much that it's distracting. Mic monitoring not only helps you stop talking so loud, it also eliminates that annoying "clogged ears" feeling when talking while headphones are covering your ears.
Bass Boost
The PX21 headset incorporates an adjustable bass boost feature that produces deep, rich bass tones by increasing the volume of low frequency sounds – just like turning up the subwoofer on a home theater system. This can improve your gaming experience by gradually enhancing the sound of explosions, gun shots and other deep-bass sound effects to make them even more dramatic. Bass boost can be manually adjusted with a dial on the amplifier. You might want to do this, for example, when using the Ear Force PX21 for listening to music that requires a flat frequency response for truer reproduction.
Independent Chat/Game Volumes
Conventional communicator earpiece headsets compromise your gaming experience by covering one ear for hearing chat audio and leaving the other ear for hearing game audio pumping from speakers. The PX21 overcomes this problem by combining impactful stereo game audio with online chat in a high fidelity stereo headset – delivering the ultimate gaming experience with privacy and clarity. There are independent volume controls for the game audio and incoming chat levels - so you can easily balance them and never have to worry about missing a cue from your teammates.
USB Powered
A single USB port powers the in-line amplifier, so there is no need to fuss with batteries or a separate AC power adapter.
Customer Reviews
Call of Duty Widow
My husband is a remarkably talented gamer. He's plays everything from "Ghosbusters" to "Little Big Planet," from "Modern Warfare 2" to "Rock Band" to NSMB. He's played almost every system available in the USA, but prefers the diversity of PS3. Out of necessity, he mastered the art of playing with the TV on mute (a courtesy to me, we all know how late things can go). But all that changed, this past holiday season when his amazingly thoughtful wife (that would be me!) bought him a brand spanking new pair of these! So far, he's had nothing but positive things to say. Specifically, he's mentioned the volume controls, overall flexibility and comfort, chat boost, the surround sound effect, and crispness of in game sound. So he gives it an A in gaming and I give it an A+ for letting me sleep :)
Not Perfect But Can Help Make You A Better Gamer
THIS REVIEW IS FOR THE EARLIER P21 HEADSET. WHY AMAZON PUT MY REVIEW ON THIS PAGE FOR A DIFFERENT PRODUCT, I DON'T KNOW. SEE THE BOTTOM FOR DIFFERENCES OF THE 2 STRAIGHT FROM THE TURTLE BEACH WEBSITE.
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I bought this based on someone talking about it in a SOCOM match. The reviews here also were good. First off, I don't have a true surround system. You really need that when playing shooter type games to hear where your enemy is around you. This headset does a pretty good job in helping you locate the enemy. But it is far from perfect. First off, its not built that well for the price. In "Stereo Expander" mode there is a loud background hiss. Chat Boost does not work at all. The quality of the headphone speakers are what you would expect from a $[...] pair of headphones. I know headphone quality, I have headphones ranging in price from $[...] to $[...]. And one of the most annoying things about this headset is the noise the plastic makes every time you move your head. All that being said, you can hear much more in a game then you would normally. I play SOCOM and my gameplay got better because now I can hear people walking around and tell which direction they are from me. The increase in my score was enough that if offsets all the negative things about this headset.
PROS
Long Cord
Easy Set Up
Helps you locate the enemy in shooter games
Separate game and voice volume controls
Bass Boost works moderately well
Seems sturdy enough to last awhile
You can turn the mic off
Good for when you want to not play and wake people up
CONS
Background hiss in expanded mode
Materials make noise whenever you move
Sound quality not that great
Earphone cups are a little small
Chat Boost doesn't work, at least not in SOCOM: US Navy Seals Confrontation Stand Alone
Overall, if you don't have surround and play shooter type games I recommend it. Otherwise, I would not bother.
UPDATE: Keep an eye on the metal pin that holds the clip in place. It barely locks in and can work its way out. Took about 15 minutes to get it back in, pain in the butt. So check to see if its working its way out every so often.
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FROM THE TURTLE BEACH WEBSITE
Ear Force P21 vs. PX21 Comparison
If you're wondering what improvements have been made in the Ear Force PX21, here's a summary of how it compares to its highly acclaimed predecessor, the Ear Force P21:
The PX21 Works With XBOX 360®.
An XBOX LIVE® mic jack on the PX21 amplifier makes it compatible with the XBOX 360. All of the features that make the PX21 a great PS3(tm) headset also function on the XBOX 360.
Works With PC & Mac® Without Adapters.
The PX21 replaces the P21 dual RCA jacks with a 3.5mm audio plug, so it works with PC's and Mac's without the need for an extra adapter.
Acoustically Tuned Ear Cups
The PX21 ear cups, ear cushions and speakers are acoustically tuned for optimum fidelity. That means you'll hear crisper highs and deeper lows for an improved gaming experience.
Improved Headband
The PX21 headband has been increased in size for greater comfort.
Improved USB Audio Connection
The PX21 uses a stereo USB audio chat channel with improved fidelity, compared to a mono USB chat channel on the P21. This means you can use the PX21 as a stereo USB headset for listening to music and other stereo sources on your PC or Mac.
Improved Ear Cushions
The PX21 ear cushions use the same soft fabric weave as the popular X31 and X41 headsets, with deeper and softer cushion material for even more comfort than the P21.
Improved Design
The striking chrome rings on the PX21 make it stand out as a high-quality headset that looks like a natural companion to the PS3.
If You Have a PS3.....
....then you absolutely have to have this. The sound quality and the ability to adjust the different volumes is outstanding. I play Call of Duty about 90% of the time online and this just makes the entire online experience better. I use to get into games with kids making annoying noises etc. Now with the push of a finger I don't have to listen to it but I can still hear the game perfectly. In fact, a buddy and me went into a private match on shipment. I could hear him from across the map setting up claymore's, pulling grenade pins, moving and even swiping his knife. The only negative thing I have to say about this headset is that it's not wireless but I am sure that would add quite a lot of money to the price. They are also extremely light and comfortable and .................................................You know what, stop reading this and just go buy a set of these already.
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