Turtle Beach - Ear Force XO Seven Premium Gaming Headset - Xbox One

I had the Turtle Beach Ear Force x41's and I loved those headsets, and had nothing but a great experience with them. and I later bought the Tritton Warheads and was extremely disappointed by them... So when it came time to buy a new headset for my Xbox One, I wanted to go with a brand I enjoyed, so I went with Turtle Beach, and I must say i am not disappointed by my purchase. They are very comfortable, I was afraid the Memory foam options would make my ears sweaty like my Trittons did, but No i have not had that problem. they are comfy and cancel out unnecessary outside noise. they didn't hurt my ears either like my old Trittons did too. I really like the braided cord on this headset, the quality is noticeable, and they look like they'll last me a long time. and I don't mind the cord to the controller, because it means they don't require batteries, which is a plus. instead of having AAA's for my Headset and AA's for my controller, I only have to swap out one source. which I don't know how much the headsets will drain the controllers battery life, but I don't mind, they have been great so far. The only drawback I have had so far, is the audio adapter that connects to the controller is a bit confusing? and I wish the volume went a little higher, I know that wouldn't be good for my hears, but sometimes I want to not even hear myself think when I'm fighting Titans in Titanfall. But the volume on them is sufficiently loud, but they could always be a bit louder... I haven't seen anything about these being surround sound, or anything. the Controllers only output stereo anyways. But the headsets still output a nice sound range, where I can tell where things are coming from. and the 50mm speakers do the job. I like these headsets, they are perfect for a gamers needs, and they also come with another mobile phone cord. and they are naturally 3.5mm jacks now, so they'll work with anything now. I read the perfect song to test a pair of headsets is Bohemian Rhapsody by queen, because the song has the entire set of highs and lows. and it sounded great. Bottom line is, they are great headsets. at a reasonable price for a gaming headset. I enjoy Turtle beaches headsets, they are durable, and last. I still have my X41's and they work fine. so i know this headset will last. great buy, hope Microsoft adds higher sound quality to the controllers soon, and I would like a higher volume setting too. Plus you can't hear yourself talk with these, Like I could my Trittons, so I hope they add that...

So to start off, reading all of these reviews, bashing this headset left and right, they are all a bit ridiculous. I love these. They are super comfortable, the sound is great, and they are very sturdy feeling. They came beautifully packaged and the setup was very easy. Let's start with the cons so we can end on a good note. Cons - Run on controller battery. Now for me, I have the energizer rechargeable dock for my controllers, so not burning through batteries is not a problem I have, but it could be for you. - You must download the update for both the console and the controllers. Once again, not an issue I have, but if you play offline only, you may have issues, but honestly, if you have an Xbox One, an HD TV, and a premium headset, you should probably have it connected to the internet. - This one is small but can get a bit annoying, the headset is not completely wireless. They have no wires to the xbox but there is one chord that goes to the controller. I personally don't really care that there is a wire since it'll work better than any bluetooth but it's a bit long. - Lastly, you can't hear yourself talk. The former headset I had was the X11's and I liked being able to hear myself because then you could tell if it's working properly and how loud you are talking. Hopefully this will be fixed in a future update. Now for the Pros - They are very comfortable, there should be no problem playing for hours no on end. - The sound is pretty good, I still have to mess with the settings to get the best setup. - The game and chat volume can easily be changed to your preferences on the chatpad. - The Xbox One headset adapter is included, which means if you have another headset that you enjoy, you can now use them in the console without buying another adapter. - The packaging was amazing. It was like opening a gift on Christmas. Just wow. Also, good instructions for how to set up if new to the headset field. - The wire to the controller is a breakaway so if anyone/you knocks the controller down, your headphones will stay safely on your head. If anyone has any audio setups (as in on the Xbox One Home -> Settings -> Audio Settings) that work for them, please comment so I can try them out. Thanks Colin F

These are pretty awesome headsets with a few minor nitpicks that could improve them to perfection. Pros: -Solid clear sound. Speakers give enough volume to hear clearly. -Outside noise is very quiet. They seal to you head so nice that you can't hear anything else. -Mic works well from what others players have told me. -Comfortable. The ear cups fit very nice. I have used them on a 5 hour gaming session with no complaits of comfort. -I like the Idea of not needing batteries. My old TBs needed batteries every month. -They are Stereo. I don't see why others are hating on these for not being 5.1. I assume people do not realize that in order to be 5.1 you need 5 speakers and a subwoofer. The set up for 5.1 requires a center speaker and 4 other speakers. Where would you put a center speaker on a headset....YOU WOULDN'T! All I demand from a headset is stereo sound not MONO. Cons: -Mic does not provide side-tone. The one feature I loved about old TBs is the mic had a monitor system. These headphones work so well at cancelling out background noise that I cannot hear myself speaking. I hope a patch fixes this so I don't end up screaming at squadmates playing games. -The headset adapter...YIKES! Horrible to figure out at first. Two buttons on the left control the ratio of game volume to chat volume. The right buttons control the overall volume. -I believe this to be a problem with Microsoft wireless transmission to the controller not the headset itself, but the sound gets slightly staticy or drops out all together for a fraction of second at times. It isn't horrible just annoying. Overall I would say these are worth it. Sound and comfort go a long way. Just be expecting to play around with the stupid adapter buttons for a few minutes to get that perfect balace.

My wife and I just had a baby so I was in the market for a decent headset for use at night while he sleeps. I was pleasantly surprised by how great this headset is. Physically, the headset feels really high quality, the ear and headband padding feel really good and everything just feels heavy duty. The headset is very comfortable - I have a pretty large head and experience no discomfort even after long use. Audio quality is fantastic. The XO Seven uses a virtual surround system and it works surprisingly well - sounds that originate behind me in games like Thief or Titanfall actually sound like its coming from behind. It's no substitute for real surround sound but for a headset, its pretty great. The XO7 includes the new Xbox controller headset adapter, a cable to connect it to the controller, a separate cable for use with mobile devices, and a USB cable to connect the controller to the Xbox One for firmware updating (which is required to use the XO7). I do experience some audio crackle or quick drop-outs once in a while but this is an issue with the chat adapter - Microsoft has acknowledged the issue and is working on a fix, most likely a firmware update for the adapter. It only happens during games and only a couple times every hour or 2. Audio while watching TV, movies from Xbox Video and audio all work great with no issues. Skype also works fantastically. The boom mic is removable and the adapter gives you complete control of the overall volume as well as adjusting the volume between the game and party chat. All in all, a fantastic headset, powerful sound, great build quality and chat voice quality too. Highly recommend if you're looking for a new headset for use with your Xbox One.

This a decent headset with decent quality sound however there are a few issues. Namely that the cost for what seems a pretty basic headset is a tad high, there is nothing outstanding for this headset to justify full purchase price other than the Turtle Beach badge. The head band is a tad tight on larger cranium a by this ensures a snug fit for most other domes. The ear pieces have adequate padding that cancel out most noise in a given area below screaming/shouting with close proximity. The ears may get a tad warm during long sessions as the padding doesn't breath well but not completely unbearable. A note for XBox One users there is NOT a voice in headset from your own channel. Repeat you cannot hear your own voice chat through the headset. There is debate whether is is by design on TBs end or a short coming of the XB1. Regardless unless the info is newer than this review you will not have voice in headset period. I got this headset for less than half the price so I was okay with the purchase but if you wanted a good headset save the money and maybe add a little more for a true wireless option it will be a better buy in the long run.

Pros: First off, my favorite thing about this headset is that it doesn't need batteries and doesn't need to be recharged. The highest volume on this is more than any person could ask for and I have no complaints. The audio is very clear and even though these aren't "rated" 7.1 or 5.1 they will let you know exactly where the action is going on in your game. For example in BF4 you know exactly what direction a plane or chopper is coming from before you even look. Being able to hear people move in a building your next too is a awesome plus. The ear cups on these are very comfortable and have great noise cancellation. The braided cables are a nice touch and look very cool with their xbox green trim. The Microphone quality in party chat is great however you will have to keep the mic positioned further away from your mouth then you might expect or else you may sound crackly to others in your party. This isn't due to a defect in the product though, this is just from talking too close to the microphone. Cons: A couple times while I was gaming my controller would disconnect from the console however the controller didn't turn off, then it would re connect after a few seconds. I have a feeling this is more due to the firmware of the controller and console though rather than the headset. I did update my controller and was running the latest March xbox update at the time. The console is still very fresh and has some kinks to work out, however if your looking to buy this headset your obviously an early adopter and are not new to these kinds of quirks. These will require more juice from the batteries in your controller. I currently am using a rechargeable kit on my controllers (the ones bundled with the licenses energizer controller dock). This however hasn't interrupted any of my gaming sessions that are up to 8 hours long. However rechargeable batteries deplete so only time will tell if this will be more of a problem later. If your using double A batteries this shouldn't be a problem for you as those last much longer and are guna die on you during gameplay anyways.

***UPDATE*** 5/21/2016 After looking around and considering many headsets, I decided on the HyperX Cloud II. For console gaming the HyperX Cloud would probably be fine also. The Cloud II product comes with Virtual 7.1 Surround currently only usable for PC Gaming, though that may change with the announcement of the HyperX Cloud II for Xbox One this week. I picked mine up on Amazon for $85.00 CHEAPER than the crummy Turtle Beach Ear Force XO's, which are still in the $90 range. The build quality is FAR SUPERIOR than the plastic that Turtle Beach uses, Hyper X II uses Billet Aluminum for the main structure of the headset and ear cups. There are plenty of in depth reviews on the HyperX Cloud II out there. So this concludes my epic rant against Turtle Beach and their insufferable quality and product support. HyperX Cloud II Gaming Headset for PC & PS4 - Red (KHX-HSCP-RD) ***UPDATE*** After gluing the Headstrap together with glue, they worked for another few weeks, however now the audio has completely gone out, except for chat, no game volume, just chat. Since Turtle Beach neglected my pleas for help, I will be buying a competing brand. Turtle Beach, the end is near, if you don't listen to your customers, eventually you won't hear anyone complaining. I bought these Headphones in 2014. They Broke in 2015. The headphones have plastic connectors to the earcups, the headphones cracked on the left side (where the Boom Mic is) about July 2015. I contacted Turtle Beach about getting them fixed, but I was passed my warranty period, the piece looked like it was able to be removed with a small phillips screwdriver and replaceable but they didn't have anything to help me with on that front. I was resigned to gluing the piece together with Gorilla glue (Like I did with an older pair for my Xbox360, they broke also). This worked until recently, the headphones started cracking on the shaft that retracts into the top of the headset, the adjustable parts, both sides cracked simultaneously in the same place! The quality of the headset is terrible, after spending $160 for them I thought they would last at least 2 years! Also unless you have one of the 2nd Gen Xbox Controllers you won't be able to hear yourself speak (active mic). Overall I feel cheated, so buyer beware, also with the 2nd Generation Xbox One controllers you can plug ANY headset into the 3.5mm Jack and have a better experience than this product.

Before buying these headsets, I did my research by going to youtube and finding reviews so I had an idea of what I was purchasing. I have to say I am not disappointed! Games and movies sound great (take into account that I am the average listener, not super picky about every noise). They are also quite comfortable for extended period of time; However, my head does become slightly uncomfortable past three hours of having them on because I'm use to simple ear-bud headphones. Furthermore, I love that I can use them not only on my xbox one but on my laptop and phone as well which makes them an even better deal. The only thing that really needs improvement is the adapter that microsoft has created. I wish the volume control for chat and game were separate so it would be easier to get the right balance. Also, a quick mute button for both chat and game volume would be more convenient. Otherwise, the adapter is great and really eliminates the hassle of tangled cords from the xbox to the tv to the headset.

Included in the box: - XO7 Headset - Detachable Microphone - Micro-USB connector - Two proprietary connector cables (one for XB1, one for phones with an inline mic) - XB1 Headset Adapter These headphones can be considered a great purchase if they can be bought for the right price. They are incredibly comfortable to wear (even with glasses on) and provide a very good sound-isolation. The padding is leather and soft, made from memory foam. They are well built, feel solid and feel perfectly weighty without overdoing it. They look reasonably fashionable and conform well with the head. Some of the negatives of using leather memory foam include a tight fit which eventually cause your ears to heat up - this is a well recognised issue with headphones such as this. Even so, lifting them off on the odd occasion for a few seconds sorts the problem. The sound from these is stereo and is clear and crisp coming from two 50mm drivers (one in each cup). The bass could do with slight improvement but for the purposes of gaming, they feel well balanced and offer great clarity. The microphone is of superb quality and is non-fixed (you can manouevre the mic to suit your needs). During XB Party sessions, I've been told that the sound quality is fantastic. Since the two new XB1 updates, there seem to be no problems with clicks being heard or with mic issues. If you persist having these issues, it is not the headset: update your controller firmware. Other users seem to prefer these cans in order to listen to music. Whilst I am not an audiophile, these headphones underwhelm me when I have used them for this purpose. Whilst the clarity and crispness is still present, the headphones are not strong at lows or highs. The mid-range is also somewhat ordinary. Unfortunately, I am left comparing these to my pair of Grado SR80i and Sennheiser On-Ear Momentums, neither of which are over-ear and closed-back (the Grado's are open-back). Despite this, I will not be using the XO7s as a replacement for either. One of the other negatives that I must mention is the drastically decreased controller battery life with the use of a headset. This is not a limitation of this particular headset but one in general and as such, I cannot mark the headset down for this particular issue. The purchase of a plug-and-play kit may aid the issue but creates the necessity for a wired connection between console and controller. Considering the price of these headphones includes the £20 headset adapter, a reasonable price for these would make them a great purchase as a gaming headset and for the purpose of general headphones to users who may not have viable alternatives.

Ayant beaucoup hesité avant d'acheter ce casque, je me suis enfin lancé! Et bah je ne regrette absolument pas du tout mon choix! Premièrement la boîte est vraiment très très jolie et de bonne qualité, jusqu'ici sa commence bien. Ensuite après l'ouverture, je déballe le casque! Et je suis vraiment tombé sous le charme! Niveau esthétique rien à dire! Il a une finission incontournable! Le casque est fournie avec l'adaptateur donc pas besoin de l'acheter à pars. Ensuite au niveau jeu, il se branche directement sur le casque, pratique quand on joue assez loin de sa télé. Sa n'use pas pour autant la batterie de la manette. Le rendu en jeu est surprenante, de bonne basse, on s'y croirait dedans, la qualité du micro est remarquable! Foncez pour ce prix.

Dies ist mein 1. Headset für Games... Also kann ich jetzt kein Vergleich mit anderen Headsets aufbringen! Doch Trotzdem gefällt mir das Headset sehr gut! Habe es Gestern erhalten und ca. 3 Stunden am Stück getestet... Ich muss Sagen die Lautstärke ist absolut ausreichend auf max.!!! Mehr kann man nicht erwarten. An die Leute die sich beschweren das man noch Leute im Raum hört bei einem Shooter... Hallo? Was wollt ihr euren Ohren alles Antun? Tinnitus lässt grüßen... Nach den 3 Stunden ist es auch Absolut nicht unbequem geworden! Also der Komfort ist absolut Spitze! Es sitzt einfach Super!!! Zum Sound: Also bei Spielen wie Battlefield ist es absolut Hammer der Sound haut einem um! Genau so bin ich es von Meiner Heimkino Anlage gewohnt! Die Lautstärke auf Maximum bei Battlefield ist schon relativ Grenz wertig für das Gehör... Also Ausreichend!!! Bei Spielen wie Forza 5 hatte ich einige Sound Probleme mehrmals ein knacken und komplette Ton Aussetzer wie z.B. Beim Gas geben kam nicht der Sound von Motor sonder 1-2 Sekunden Knacken und rauschen... ich habe Forza als erstes gespielt und dachte das Headset ist Schrott... Aber bei Spielen wie Thief, Titanfall, Fifa 14, oder das oben genannte Battlefield war alles okay und der Sound war einfach Super! Lediglich bei Forza kam der Sound nicht so schon rüber wie auf meiner Anlage... da es aber wirklich kaum der rede wert ist und sowieso Sound Probleme bei Forza gibt Fließt das (noch) nicht in meine Bewertung mit ein! Also ich werde das Headset die Nächsten tage weiter Testen und meine Bewertung noch ggf. aktualisieren! Aber bis Jetzt Absolut zu empfehlen! An sich ist es auch sehr sehr schön Verarbeitet! Für den Preis aber ein muss!!! Morgen kommt mein Titanfall Headset... das werde ich auch noch antesten, da ich mich nicht entscheiden konnte... aber denke mal nicht das es das XO Seven toppen kann...

If you play xbox, and have a wife/girlfriend who hates the sound of explosions and gun fire, I would highly recommend these. They are comfortable, the sound is crystal clear and my buddies hear me perfectly. Another positive is they don't seem to drain the xbox one controller much quicker than not having a headset plugged in. The cord has a nice proactive covering over it; this was an absolute awesome idea. If you have furball cat beasts around the house this will most certainly help protect the cord. I lost many (and I mean many) iphone charge cords, headset cords, and recharge cords due to my furry friends. If you don't mind paying the price these are a great buy. Turtle Beach knows what they are doing and I promise you that you will be very happy with the purchase.

El envío como siempre, genial.Respecto al producto si que es cierto que son un poco delicados, me refiero a la parte del plástico que rodea los auriculares por la parte externa, que es muy fino.En los otros que tenía mi marido, se le rompieron de ahí.pero la calidad del sonido y lo que aíslan son geniales.Yo los recomiendo, la prueba está en que son los 2 que tenemos.