Editorial Review

The Turtle Beach Ear Force X11 is an amplified stereo headset with microphone for Xbox 360 Live Chat The X11 allows you to push your XBOX 360 gaming experience to a new level with thrilling stereo game sound and crystal clear online communication on XBOX Live (261) The Ear Force X11 replaces the Ear Force X1 and the upgrades include microphone monitor for so you can hear what you are saying, larger black mesh ear cups with acoustically tuned 40mm speakers, and a new universal talk-back cable that eliminates the puck connection. ... Read more

Reviews

Good with a few flaws, March 25, 2010
I purchased the X11 for use with Xbox Live because of the problem of being able to use a mic if you also play with headphones for game sound. It seems there is a distinct lack of headphone-mic solutions that have the proper size plug to fit the mic jack on the controller, and that also have independent chat and game volume controls (kind of important if you want to be able to hear chat over game sounds). Thanks to Turtle Beach and their line of headphones this problem is solved. I went with these because I don't mind a wired solution since I play at my computer desk using my monitor and distance isn't a problem.

These headphones work exactly as advertised. If you follow the directions and set your chat settings on Xbox to work through the headphones and turn the volume up to 10 you will not have any problems hearing voice chat without having to crank your chat volume to max, as a previous reviewer wrote. After a week and a half of using these for various games (mostly Bad Company 2) I would say the sound is decent and the controls work quite well. The game and chat volume controls as well as the mute switch are all on the little inline control box for ease of use. The cord is very long so even if you are sitting across the room it should not pose a problem. There is even a velcro strap for tying up excess cord. The earpieces are nice and big so they cover the whole ear instead of crushing your ears plus they are nice and soft, overall very comfortable. The mic boom is much better than typical ones found on other headsets. It's a little longer than most and flexes easily to get it exactly where you want, yet is sturdy enough to stay in place. The pickup on the mic seems excellent also, plus with mic monitoring playing a portion of your talk back into the headphones there is no need to shout into it.

I do have three gripes with these headphones though. One is that the cloth lining on the inside of the right earpiece ripped on the second day of use for no apparent reason. All I did was wear them a few times and just placed them on my desk when not in use. I have no kids or pets who could have damaged them. I fixed this by taking a covering off another headset I had, cutting it down a little and placed it inside the earpiece. I did this because the plastic that was exposed was bothering my ear and this solution worked great without degrading the sound at all.

My second gripe is that there is a constant hiss in the headphones when they are plugged into the USB port for power, even without the volume turned up much at all. I tested it on various ports on the Xbox and on my PC also and it remained. It is not overpowering and does not detract from game play once game sounds are going because you don't notice it over the game sounds. It's just a bit annoying during quiet times when you can hear it. I feel a wired version of headphones should not have this problem if proper noise reduction is put in to counter the powering of the amplifier.

My third gripe is that when I wear these for awhile and then place them down on my desk a blackish type stain is left behind after awhile. I think it might be sweat interacting with the dye on the headphones then dripping out. It is still doing this even after a week and a half of use.

Overall I am satisfied with the headphones because they do the job and fulfill a need for Xbox Live that most other headphones and mics do not, combining both into one. The gripes are minor except the hissing so I took a star off for that one. Otherwise they have decent sound, a pretty good mic, and are simple to use.

PROS:

+ Decent sound, certainly loud enough to hear both game and chat.
+ Very long cord.
+ Independent volume controls for game and chat, and mute switch, all in the same place for ease of use.
+ Excellent mic with great pickup so you don't have to shout.
+ Comfortable to wear long term with big earpieces to cover your whole ear.

CONS:

- The right cloth lining inside the right earpiece ripped, exposing the plastic (maybe just bad luck on my part).
- Seems to leak black dye from the earpiece, possibly interacting with sweat.
- A constant low level hiss when powered, not bad enough to overpower game sounds but still shouldn't be a problem on more expensive headphones.

Definitely Worth Every Penny, April 4, 2010
I bought my X11s to improve my gameplay in Modern Warfare 2 and to play at night while my family is asleep. I am so glad that I did. They have accomplished both objectives with flying colors. The sound quality is excellent. I can hear absolutely everything, even the faintest sound cues I could never hear before. Just the ability to hear footsteps, the direction that they are coming and what they are walking on makes all the difference in multiplayer. Before ordering them, I read many reviews that mention a hiss when the headset is plugged in and was a bit worried that this might be an issue. There is a hiss, but it is so negligible that it isn't even worth listing as a con. Almost all the other reviews that I've read that mention this hiss also mention that you can't even hear it during gameplay. Doesn't that pretty much disqualify it as a con? Honestly, these things could play Home On The Range until I put my MW2 disc in the drive for all I care. There has to be absolute silence in the game in order to hear the hiss. As soon as any music or in game action starts, it is gone, in no way hindering your gaming experience. I also didn't have any problem hearing this hiss while using the X11s with my iPhone for music or YouTube. The ability to control both the game and chat volumes works very well. I've played several very long MW2 multiplayer sessions with friends and I haven't had any issues with my friends hearing me or vice versa. I love that when you raise the game volume, it automatically adjusts the chat volume so that the game audio doesn't drown it out. Which is a good thing, because these bad boys are loud as hell when you crank them up. I have literally jumped in my seat during unexpected explosions. The volume and quality of the sounds make for a very immersive gaming experience. They are also extremely comfortable. Most of the time, I can barely tell they are there, even when I've had them on hours at a time. My old headset sat right on my ears, which would make my ears very sore, very quickly. Overall, I have to give these a five out of five. For the price, they just can't be beat.

HUGE difference for me., March 28, 2010
Before I had this headset, I was using speakers from an acer h223 monitor, and the sound was horrible. This will review will be based on me playing Modern Warfare 2 since this is why I bought the headset, that and my fiance always complaining about the sound at night.

The Good:
Now, I am able to hear EVERYTHING. At first it was overwhelming, I hear things in the game I didn't know existed. I use the Ninja Pro Perk so my steps are silent, so that I can hear everyone else's steps. Now I can hear when someone is walking in a house, on metal stairs, or in a grassy field. I can hear "boosters" place their insertions and hunt them down. I hear silencers going off in the distance. I know when someone is to my left or the right.

The mic is great. I was previously using original Xbox headset and I had to speak a little louder than normal, which kept waking up my significant other. With the X11 mic, I can speak softly and people still hear. But the mic isn't sensitive, it doesn't pick up breathing even though it is an inch or two from my mouth. The mic is extremely adjustable, you may bend it which ever way you please.

The Bad:
I think the only complaint I have is the light hissing, which is why it gets four stars. You won't it hear during gameplay but when it is quiet, you can hear it. And I think I have gotten used to it. And if you're wondering, If had connected it correctly or something else I haven't thought of, I emailed Turtle Beach Support and they confirmed that the light hissing is due to the amplifier and the hardwired mic monitor. But if anyone else figured out how to get rid of the hiss let me know!

Overall:
I've never used any other headsets before, but I am loving this headset. It's easy to use. You can adjust the volume of the game and the chat on the remote to your comfort level. It has a mute switch. I die way less. My ratio quickly climbed from 1.25 to 1.36 in the last week. It's comfortable. It's affordable, when compared to all the other headsets out there. What more can you ask for?

PS: if you're using a HDMI cable, and your monitor/tv does not have an "audio out" output then you may need to buy a R/L RCA adaptor for your XBOX, which is cheap on this site. Don't spend (...) to buy the HDMI/RCA adaptor combo at retail stores.

A mediocre gaming headset., May 25, 2010
Okay, I'll start by saying that for around �40, this headset isn't terrible, far from. It's acceptable.

If you have any real appriciation of good quality sound, however, then you can't help but be dissapointed by this headsets biggest flaw. Namely, the VERY noticeable hissing sound that is produced at ALL volumes and at ALL times. This is a real shame, because, in comparison with its predecessor, the X1, the sound quality is crisper with slightly less base, producing a more balanced output. However, while the X1 did produce a similar hissing noise, it was not noticeable at low to medium volumes. Even with the volume control at its minimum setting the hiss is alive and well on the X11s. It is completely UNACCEPTABLE for a later model to exhibit a flaw to a greater extent than that of the previous. The microphone is okay for XBOX LIVE, as XBOX LIVE chat is uniformly poor regardless of the microphone. Avoid this headset for skype because the hiss and average microphone make for an irritating experience.

Confort is also a mixed bag. If you found the X1s uncomfortable, then you'll probably find the X11s to be an improvement. Although those of us that found the X1s to be a perfect fit are in for a bit of a letdown. Because of the earcups now covering the entire ear, they're likely to be less comfortable with less of a snug fit. Sound also escapes more easily due to the seperation from the side of your head, meaning these headsets are far from "quiet", as advertised, for others in the room - even nearby. With music especially, medium volume is clearly audible with the headphones off on the table and you stood several feet away. The X1s had this problem, the X11s have it too, more so in fact. Therefore avoid these for music too, they're strictly for gaming only.

On the plus side, the fantastic mic adjustability is still present, and the size adjusters along the sides have an improved mechanism. The speakers are larger and more powerful, and the game and chat volume controls for the XBOX 360 are all on one panel. The wire connecting the headsets to the XBOX 360 controller is now much smaller, with no annoying puck on the end which used to prevent connection to the XBOX 360 steering whell or chat pad. It slots in now much like a 3mm headphone jack.

They look more stylish too, and suit both the XBOX 360 arcade and elite models.

So, if you own a pair of X1s, I would strongly recommend you stick with them, unless you particularly want the X11s. If you've never tried Turtle Beach before, proceed with caution, as they are, in my opinion, massively overhyped. They might cater for the masses, but for anyone with a decent pair of ears, they can be barely tolerable at times. That said, they are fairly cheap. Ultimately it's for you to decide.

Apologies if this review seems a bit all over the place, it was written quickly and I had alot to say.

Absolutely AMAZING !!, March 16, 2010
I play mostly FPS games. The sound quality is amazing. Make sure you don't turn the volume up completely. The headset comes with an in-line amplifier powered by a USB port that will make your eardrums explode. Both game and chat quality are extremely crisp. This is the best headset I have ever owned.

Ear Force X11s, March 15, 2010
I ordered a pair of X1s at Gamestop, kindly enough, they shipped this instead.

In the 1st hour I've used this:

Great for music, games, the bass is maybe a little on the weak side, but not that bad. Definitely worth the money. Comfortable, great mic, and it's USB powered. I use it mainly for PC gaming and music.

Good buy, to anyone concerned.

Ear Force X11s, April 6, 2010
Well I just bought these today from Best Buy after seeing all of the great reviews on here and a few other sites about them and decided to go ahead and pick myself up a pair since my old 360 headset died on me. All I have to say is that so far I absolutely love them. Before I got these I had absolutely no idea how much I was missing from the entire game simply because I was using just plain old tv speakers. So when I started to play Battlefield: Bad Company 2 I was expecting a slight improvement over the already rich sounds that I could hear in the game. What I got instead was instead a pretty much a brand new game now that I could hear so many new small crisp and fresh sounds. So what I'm pretty much getting at here is that I'm pretty happy in my upgrade in headsets and the fact that it costs me the same amount as a new Microsoft Xbox 360 wireless headset.

Now that I've covered what I liked here are some of the negatives that I found with it.
*The static sound that can be heard when there are no sounds to be heard. For this I found that it didn't really matter how loud I set the volume to on the speakers the static still was at the same volume. However it does become negligibly noticeable as long as something is being played.
*Not really a big one but I do wish that the cords for the USB power supply and the microphone and stereo jacks where slightly longer so that I wouldn't have to have my computer/Xbox 360 so close to whatever I wanted to plug the stereo jack into. However this can simply be fixed by using either an USB extension cable or a stereo line cable to extend the length of either one.

Overall I would have to say that for the price of this product it defiantly delivers.

Pretty Good, March 16, 2010
I ordered the X1 backorder, but they sent this. Sound quality is fantastic, but make sure to watch the volume or you'll head will explode. 4 out of 5, bass could have been stronger.

Same as X31, March 20, 2010
I was so excited when i saw that the x11 was coming out i preorderd it and from the time they shipped it to when it got here took 2 1/2 days GREAT shipping. The headset itself takes some getting used to but when you wear it for about an hour you don't even notice the head set is very loud and the speakers are the same in the x31 and i have personally used the x31 and the only diff. is the cord.i would highly recomend this headset it is awesome.

The next level, April 10, 2010
Simply put these headphones take gaming to the next level. You will be able to hear every sound in full detail something you may not experience via, your TV, monitor or sound system. If you are a fan of survival horror games ie.. Resident Evil or Dead Space give them a try with these headphones for so much of horror relies on sound.

In a FPS games enemies especially the human ones will have a harder time sneaking on you and in most cases you will get the jump on them. As far as the chat features go grade A your teammates will clearly be able to hear them and more importantly you will be able to hear them.

Any gamer looking for an advantage or wants to experience gaming on higher level must give the Ear Force X11 a try.
... Read more

Editorial Review

MODEL- 72305 VENDOR- Vivendi

FEATURES- The World Of Warcraft 60 Day Time Card
Lets gamers enter the world of Azeroth for 60 days of real-time
combat in an incredible fantasy setting.

... Read more

Editorial Review

If youre going to play at the highest level, you need a mouse that gives you an edge. The Logitech MX 518 Gaming-Grade Optical Mouse does exactly that with its ultra-high resolution, 1600-dpi MX Optical Engine that delivers lightning-fast response and mirror-smooth tracking. The MX 518s advantages dont stop there. You get instant, on-the-fly sensitivity adjustment that lets you switch effortlessly from pixel-precise targeting to fast-twitch acceleration, without any software. And the contoured grip ensures peak performance and comfort, even during the most intense gaming sessions. ... Read more

Editorial Review

The Razer Naga is the ultimate Massively Multiplayer Online Gaming mouse that shifts the balance between keyboard and mouse by putting an unprecedented number of in-game commands in one place. A multi-button thumb grid and Razer’s MMO game interface add-on combine to place every command you need in the palm of your hand. An ergonomic form shaped to maximize ease of use lets you game in comfort for hours on end. With the Razer Naga, you will Get Imba. ... Read more

Editorial Review

When the pressure is on, your stick performance is the difference between victory and total oblivion. The Extreme 3D Pro twist handle joystick will never let you down. The 12 programmable buttons and 8-way rubber hat switch give you optimum control, personalized to your taste. Whether youre dropping bombs at a distance or firing guns in a dog fight, the stable and precise Extreme 3D Pro will have you dominating the enemy in no time. ... Read more

Editorial Review

The Razer DeathAdder is the weapon of choice for gamers seeking a combination of comfort and unbridled gaming precision. Enjoy extended gaming sessions in comfort with its right-handed ergonomic form factor crafted for the world of competitive gaming; and when the difference between victory and defeat is determined between heartbeats, the 3500dpi Razer Precision 3.5G infrared sensor translates your every movement into frags with pinpoint accuracy. ... Read more

Editorial Review

Thrustmaster is a designer and manufacturer of interactive entertainment hardware and accessories for PC and game consoles. Wide hand-rest for optimal comfort. Programmable: the 12 buttons and 5 axles are entirely programmable. (**) This joystick is not distributed under licence or with the approval of Microsoft Corporation / Ubisoft / 505 Games. Configurations by default: PC : Flight Simulator X (**) Microsoft PS3 & PC : Tom Clancy’s HawX (**) Ubisoft PS3 : IL-2 Sturmovik Birds of prey (**) 505 Games. Unique: Plug & Play for ultra-simple and fast installation with all functions pre-configured for immediate takeoff (without worrying about configuration). Detachable, real-size, ergonomically-designed throttle control. Exclusive "MAPPING" button: all functions may be instantly switched around between each other. Dual-system aerodynamic control: by rotating handle (with integrated blocking system) or by progressive tilting lever. High-precision joystick with adjustable resistance. Trigger for brakes (civil flight) or for rapid fire (military flight) + multi-directional hat (panoramic view). Internal memory: to save all of your programming, even with the joystick disconnected. Weighted base for greater stability. Exclusive "PRESET" button": to switch, while playing, instantly from one programme to another ... Read more

Editorial Review

With its adjustable, behind-the-head fit, pivoting ear pads, and lightweight headband lined with pressure-relieving silicone, the Logitech Gaming Headset G330 delivers comfort that won’t quit. A flexible, noise-canceling microphone reduces annoying background noise and rotates out of the way when not in use. Connect via USB or 3.5 mm jacks. ... Read more

Editorial Review

Play to win with the R.A.T. 7. Uncompromising, unparalleled, and unmatched, the R.A.T. 7 helps you play like the pros, combining state-of-the-art technology with a jaw-dropping array of customizable features to produce the next step in the evolution of the mouse. ... Read more

Editorial Review

Step up your game. With the Logitech Gaming Keyboard G110 you can customize backlighting, get clear-sounding USB audio, and assign up to 36 unique keystrokes or macros per game. ... Read more

Reviews

Everything I have come to expect from Logitech, December 26, 2009

Good for gaming, not so great for everything else, January 16, 2010

solid build, lots of configuration options, November 9, 2009
I bought this keyboard right when it came out. The first thing I noticed was the setup is basically like the G19 without the LCD. The build is solid. It is a fairly thin keyboard, compared to the bulkiness that added by keyboards with video panels.

Pros

- no ghosting in the wasd area or one key beside each
- no ghosting of the arrow keys
- many configurable buttons
- macro capability
- LED backlighting, blue - red and purple tones
- detachable palm rest
- USB and Audio jacks

Cons

- LED backlighting must be blue, red, or colors inbetween... no white.
- Long, might be a few more buttons than I will ever use.

G110 Gaming Keyboard, April 19, 2010
I picked up this keyboard for on-line gaming, as my original keyboard key were starting to stick and causing problems. The back lighting is a nice feature, but is just a sales gimmick and not really required for use. While I can't vouch for the response time for key strokes, I have do not have nay complaints either. The macro keys are one of the biggest reasons I purchased this unit, which are super easy to use. My biggest and perhaps only complaint is that the keys are actually smaller than those on a standard size keyboard. I guess they did this to fit the macro keys and still keep the over all size the same as a standard unit. The reduction in key size places the keys out of their normal positions, so I am constantly hitting the wrong keys. This would be the perfect keyboard if they had only kept the keys normal sized and just enlarged the overall size of the unit as required to fit all the keys.

Just as billed for gaming, better than expected for typing, June 23, 2010
I use my computer for business, video editing, and way too much World of Warcraft. I was using a wireless HP keyboard, but got fed up with its erratic performance and decided to spring for a wired keyboard that would support everything I wanted it to do. After spending a long time looking at all the usual suspects in the gaming keyboard world I'd kind of decided I couldn't find exactly what I wanted - a fully functioning keyboard suitable for both text entry, media, and gaming. After trying out the G15 at a local big box store and finding the keys to be too crowded to type comfortably on, I started looking at just that aspect of the boards and it seemed like all the gaming boards suffered the same flaw. Then I came across a review somewhere that said the G110 and G19 had a more traditional layout - I couldn't think of any legitimate use I would have for the LCD, so decided to give the 110 a shot.

Setting up was easy, as was keybinding the extra function keys. But what really impressed me was that the keys are spaced almost identically to the standard 101 keyboard on my office. If you're also concerned about that piece, rest assured this one is laid out fine.

My only complaints are that even with the feet down, the keyboard lays too flat for my liking and when typing a lot it puts my wrists at kind of a funky, uncomfortable angle. I think it's probably a function of the height of my desk relative to my chair, so your mileage may vary. Pretty easy to work around either way, though, by just propping it on something that puts it at a more comfortable angle.

Also, the lighting is a bit patchy as others have said - on mine, the text in the tab, cap lock, and other large keys are dimmed out at the top, but it's not really an issue. I'd also like to have control over the brightness of the lighting, and the option for just white.

Finally, the onboard headset volume works independently from the volume control wheel on the board, so you can't actually adjust the volume there - not sure it's adjustable at all, actually. Also, for some reason the headset port doesn't work at all in Warcraft, so it's not really a usable feature for me, unless I can figure out some sort of work around.

All in all, though, it's a great keyboard if you want both gaming and text entry functionality, and definitely at the right price point.

Simple, powerful, compatible, inexpensive. Excellent., May 27, 2010
I'm not going to lie, I think this is the best of Logitech's current keyboard offerings.

Key reasons include
- Awesome Mac compatibility
- Tons of macro keys
- Clear backlit keys
- Real media keys and sweet volume wheel

I don't game with this keyboard hardly at all. I just wanted a solid keyboard from a manufacturer I trusted, and Logitech delivered.

This is not a fantastic keyboard if you need to bang out a million-word essay, but good otherwise. The only issue is that the key return is a little mushy. These are rubber-dome keys, not the laptop-style plastic switch things. I like them, but I have to admit they're not for serious typists. The backlighting is dim in regular light, but then I suppose you don't really care. In the dark it is bright and clear, unlike comparable gaming keyboards (the Lycosa from Razer features fuzzy-edged letters).

There are more macro keys then I will ever need, but that's okay. Key for me is that Logitech put them in three 2x2 blocks, which means that I can set keys for pairs of actions that make sense either way. Like volume up/down keys for iTunes (not system volume). Other keyboards give you a row of macro keys, and that's not ideal, I think.

The media keys are great. Razer has fallen into the trap of using those miserable touch buttons that are so popular these days, which caused me to return a Lycosa keyboard. But the G110 has REAL buttons that I can push without having to look, and a volume wheel that feels pro and works well.

Overall: Solid keyboard, no complaints until I have to do a huge paper. Works super well on a Mac.

Good keyboard, February 11, 2010
The Logitech G110 is a great keyboard for those who dont need flashy redundant LCD screens. I recommend this keyboard to anyone. Very smooth and not too big. Macro sofware is easy to learn and pretty user friendly. Volume knob is pretty good, could be a little more sensitive but its not bad at all. All in all a great buy as long as it lasts as long as other logitech products.

Pretty good, dim backlighting, January 1, 2010

Great gaming keyboard for fans of quiet-typers, solid integrated features, December 31, 2009

Okay but not best in class, December 24, 2009

Editorial Review

The Logitech G35 headset. Game-changing immersion with 7.1 surround sound powered by Dolby technology for a detailed soundfield. Featuring three swappable headband pads; three customizable G keys; on-ear audio controls; and an adjustable, noise-canceling microphone. ... Read more

Editorial Review

With 13 programmable controls and a full-speed wireless connection, the logitech wireless gaming mouse g700 keeps you comfortable, in control and deep into your game. ... Read more

Reviews

Release The Kraken!, September 24, 2010

Best gaming mouse I've ever used, September 8, 2010
I received my mouse about a week ago, and have been putting it through the rounds. Before using this mouse, my main gaming mouse was the Logitech G7. It was a really great mouse for its time.

Compared to the G7, the G700 has a much better feel to it. The surface is rough, instead of smooth and slick like the G7, so all your finger gunk doesn't get on there. All of the buttons on the G700 can be identified just by feeling them. They seem very natural to click.

The accuracy of this mouse is insane. I use it at 1000 reports/sec on max gaming power mode. Usually with a new mouse it takes time to get used to it, but this mouse just seemed so natural to me that I got used to it right away. It's slightly better than the G7, but it's *much* more consistent/reliable in its movement than the Performance mouse MX (which I use on my laptop). I mostly play league SC2 (diamond 1v1) so this is very important to me.

The battery lasts 3-5 hours in this max gaming mode before you have to plug in the usb cable. At this point, it becomes a wired mouse instead of a wireless mouse. I kind of miss the old G7 design where you would just swap batteries all the time, so it would be wireless full time. You can do that with this mouse too I suppose, since it takes a normal AA battery. You just have to buy some rechargeable AA batteries and charge some while you're playing.

Mouse heaven (for big, right hand), October 5, 2010

Still the Rolls Royce of mice, but a G7 this isn't., October 6, 2010

Awesome mouse, works even right next to a wireless router, October 14, 2010
Previously, I was using a Razer Mamba (two of them actually, one for me and one for my fiance). Those mice, regardless of firmware, always had problems with losing connection for a split second or the mouse jumping across the screen. I even had the mouse right next to the docking station/wireless antenna and it still had the problems.

This Logitech mouse though, I have the receiver half way across the room (10ft away probably) and right next to two routers (5Ghz and 2.4Ghz) and it works perfectly! Not one single mouse jump or connection loss.

Additionally, I love the fact this mouse not only comes with a rechargeable battery but the fact it is a AA. If I am getting low, I can just find another AA and throw it in quickly to continue playing then let the rechargeable battery charge later. Add to that, you can go days without having to recharge this mouse with 8+ hours a day heavy usage (between work and games). The Mamba would only get a days charge tops.

The free spinning scroll wheel is an awesome touch that I have looked forward to from other Logitech mice and more so the fact that there is an easy access button to change it to a click scroll wheel.

The other great thing with this mouse is the software. Now, I know some people don't particularly like Setpoint software and maybe my opinion is based on having used the Razer software for so long, however, the software seems less bloated and quick to respond over anything I have used before. Again, this opinion is probably based on the fact that the Razer software too minutes and special hoops to jump through before it would update settings on the mouse wireless. I had to flip the Mamba upside down so the sensor wouldn't activate while changing setting and would take up to 30 seconds before the mouse would become responsive again.

That said, I do have a few cons for this device.

First, while the weight is great as is for me, I can understand that this mouse might not be the right weight for some. The idea of not incorporating a weight system is a little disappointing, but it does not directly effect me.

Second, I really miss the docking station for my Mamba. The fact I had to charge that mouse everyday was made easier by the fact I could just throw it on a stylish dock. Still, if you have a traditional desk setup you could zip tie the Logitech charge cable off somewhere for easy access. My setup is on the couch so it's not as easy.


All in all, the only con for me is the lack of a dock which is a small price to pay for a precise gaming mouse. I would recommend this mouse to anyone on the fence, especially if considering the Mamba.

Freakin Awesome, October 11, 2010
This mouse is the best mouse I've ever used hands down. I own the MX performance, G9x and G500.

For SC2 I use the G9x and comparing these two mice, the G700 just feels so much better flowing with my fingers. The weight is not a big deal to me ( theres no customized weights as the G9x has) and precision is good. The thing I liked about the G9x is the abiilty to store profiles, which they ported to this mouse also, great for playing different games fps or rts's. I haven't even gotten to the good part yet, the 13 buttons is ridiculously awesome. I've customized mine to my sc2 build orders and also for different weapons for battlefield 2 bad company. Its just so easy now, I don't even have to use my keyboard that much.

Probably the only thing that I knew would suck is how the battery life isn't the best. Same with some other reviews, I get an average of 2 days of heavy gaming(MX performance I get like 4ish days of heavy use). The charging cable seems better-secured than that of the MX (both micro USB), maybe they figure that you'll be moving the mouse much faster and rapidly. So far out of my 50-ish hours of gaming with this mouse, I have not encountered any lag. I was kinda iffy on a wireless gaming mouse but I my experience with this mouse has casted my doubts away. TAlso whats good is that the wired mode connects the mouse directly to the computer so it has 100% connectivity.he mouse feet are great, super slippery and solid feel (kinda like the MX performance) . This is what a gaming mouse should be like.

Overall, well built, good mouse to bring to LAN parties and crush those noobs. As for office/non-gaming usage, it is well, overkill. But I still use it to check my emails.

Tons of Features, September 24, 2010

G700 -- Good mouse with or without the wire, October 19, 2010

Unfortunately, I like my G7 better, September 30, 2010

Editorial Review

The Logitech G13 advanced gameboard gives you game-changing comfort and control. Naturally contoured design follows the natural shape of your hand and fingers for increased comfort during long sessions. Onboard memory lets you program up to 5 ready-to-play profiles, so you can take your personal preferences with you. Customizable backlighting lets you choose your colors and easily locate the right key in low-light conditions or lights-out play. ... Read more

Editorial Review

Introducing the Tritton AX 720 high performance gaming audio system. Specifically designed for the XBox and PS3 systems, the AX 720 delivers superior voice communication while creating an immersive 3D surround sound environment utilizing Dolby Digital and Dolby Headphone technology. The convenient inline audio controller features independent voice and game volume controls so that you can clearly hear your teammates during those crucial gaming moments. From the casual gamer to the hardcore gamer, the AX 720 is sure to improve your game. ... Read more

Editorial Review

The Logitech G9x Laser Mouse offers more customizable features than any other gaming mouse, so you can tune for the way you play. Interchangeable grips let you choose a fit and feel that?s best for your playing style. The next-generation gaming laser gives you gamechanging precision at any hand speed. And on-the-fly adjustable dpi from 200 to 5000 dpi. Onboard memory lets you program up to five ready-to-play profiles (for keyboard macros, dpi settings, and LED colors). The weight-tuning system gives you up to 28 g of extra weight. And the custom-color LEDs let you match your mouse to your style. ... Read more

Editorial Review

The Logitech Gaming Mouse G500 is your weapon of choice for precision and control. Gaming-grade laser gives you game-changing precision at any hand speed (from 200 to 5700 dpi). Onboard memory lets you save and take your settings for your favorite title with you—no software required. Plus, weight tuning for personalized feel and control. ... Read more

Editorial Review

Logitech wireless gaming headset g930. a fast wireless connection lets you level up without being tied down-and 7.1 surround sound puts you right in the middle of the action. ... Read more

Reviews

Felt the need to shed a little light on a few things., August 17, 2010
First, off, I've only had this headset for a day. I can't really go into detail about sound quality, how good the surround sound is, etc. However, I feel like I need to clarify a couple of things.

There are two major issues that people have been complaining about with this headset: the "flimsy plastic" joints holding the ear cups on, and the lack of a graphic equalizer. Please disregard anyone who mentions either of these two "problems," because it is completely false.

If you look closely at the ear cup joints, yes, there is plastic there. However, if you pay attention, the plastic isn't actually the part that's moving. It's merely a covering for the actual joint. On the back of the box, under "Durability," it clearly states that the joints are made from an aircraft grade aluminum alloy. This is a very well made product guys, I get no sense that, if treated properly (take your game rage out on something that costs a bit less, children) it will ever break on me.

Now, I'm not quite sure why people are saying there's no graphic equalizer, and that they are limited to bass and treble adjustments. Directly below the bass/treble bars, there's a big button that looks like a graphic equalizer. If you click it, guess what happens. Yep, a 10 band EQ pops right up, complete with preamp volume adjustment. If you have this turned on, it grays out and overrides the bass/treble adjustments.

Now that I've cleared that up, I'll give my one day impressions on the product.

Super comfortable. I have a fairly large head, and yes, the headset does squeeze a little tighter than what you might be used to, but that's because the headband is made of metal and not cheap plastic. It's the squeeze of quality, learn to love it. It's not a bad thing at all, you just might not be used to it. After a few days of breaking it in, I doubt I'll even notice.

The sound quality seems fantastic so far. I'm still working on getting it to sound just right with my game of choice, TF2. With movies, music, tv shows, etc, it's just amazing. Crystal clear, rich, amazing sound.

I initially had problems with the mic, people in Team Fortress 2 were telling me that it was cutting out, and screwing up sound for everyone (if you've ever played the game, you know what I'm talking about). This was fixed by turning the mic gain way way down. I've been so used to mics that are super quiet, so I had windows set to max out and boost mic input, and maxed out mic input through the game as well. Turned the levels down quite a bit and presto, clear as a bell.

One thing I don't like, the mic level resets itself every time I unplug the headset (rather, the usb dongle) then plug it back up. It remembers every other setting, just not mic gain. I've solved this by setting one of the G keys to reduce mic gain, so if I ever launch a game and accidentally leave it set too high, I can easily fix it on the fly.

Speaking of the G keys, I was kind of disappointed that they work with ventrilo, but not teamspeak. No big deal though. Still, I was hoping to be able to sit on my porch and chill in our TS channel and be able to chat with people. (I have to go outside to smoke here...ahem >.>...you know what I mean.)

The wireless range and battery life really seem to be just as good as advertised, which was a very nice surprise. I can go anywhere in my house and still have completely clear audio. The majority of my front porch gets signal as well, and that's going between three walls. Last night I went in game with only a partial charge, the software said 7 hours of battery life left. I played a little over two hours, left game, and it said I still had five hours left. Good stuff.

I love this headset. Completely. After years of frustration over broken wires ruining headsets, I could not be happier with this product. If you've got a nice, functioning headset already, like a g35 or whatever, I couldn't justify telling you to purchase this. However, if you've got a cheap POS, or if you're in the market to buy a new headset because you rolled over your current pair's wires one too many times with your chair, I couldn't recommend this enough. I've never spent this much money on one before, I've always been in the 50-70 dollar range. Dropping 160 wasn't easy for me to do, money is tight these days. I don't regret the purchase at all.

Great sound, comfort, usability, and works on Macs too., September 2, 2010

amazing multipurpose headset, August 24, 2010

OK, but G-Keys limited, and Ventrilo PTT Does Not Work, September 16, 2010
First off, the G930 is physically a nice headset. Adjustable, comfortable, not too heavy compared to other full-sized, circumaural headphones. I'll leave full judgement on the quality of sound to others, since these older ears are no longer qualified to critique. But I *can* say you get clear, soft or loud sound from them :)

Ventrilo 3.0.5 Push to Talk (PTT)
=========
The only reason I'm writing a "Day 1" review (which is normally not worth much lol) is to note a key advertised feature that does not work. The reason I bought these headphones vs several others was the three G-Keys, and their ability to send commands to my PC while I am physically away from the keyboard. Specifically, the advertisement that Ventrilo "Push to Talk" was supported. It is not.

The G-Keys work with a drop-down, limited LIST of applications, ie., Windows Media Player, iTunes, Winamp, PowerDVD, WinDVD, and the G930 software itself. Ventrilo 3.0.5 (app & version number) is also listed, and a listed action for this app is "Push to Talk". I checked all those things before I bought, but after an otherwise pleasant hour with Logitech support in the Philippines, the function does not work, it is a known issue, and "they will get back to me when there's further information".

Logitech G-Keys - What is Expected from a Brandmark
===
The other thing you should know is this: When Logitech mentions "G-Keys", that word invokes the functionality of EVERY other Logitech product that has "G-Keys". PC gamers know the term. G-Keys can be programmed to send any key, key combination, or string with one key-press as if it were typed, very quickly, via the keyboard. The "G"930's G-Keys do NOT work that way. Each of the few listed apps has only a short list of pre-determined command choices. This important difference is obscured, no doubt intentionally, in Logitech's limited literature.

Other Short-Term Observations
=====
Range: 40' seems a fair estimate of range vs the advertised range of other products. So I get a little more range than bluetooth, and arguably half what I get from, say, Sennheiser RF Headphones (100' "open air" advertised). At the edge of signal loss, the headset becomes slightly directional, ie, you can at times re-acquire or lose the signal. This is pretty much standard in my experience.

Environment: My G930 needs to operate in a "radio-noisy" environment and highly metallic environment (lots of gear, transmitters, metal in/on exterior walls), and it performs as well as any RF devices I have used here.

Ergonomics: Pretty good, with some "buts". All the keys placed on one ear piece is a good decision, but crowding can lead to indvertant button presses when picking up and donning the headset. Choosing the left ear piece was a good choice, but left-handed mousers will have some adjustments. OTOH, the G-Keys don't have much - er, any - gaming function, so this isn't an issue.

The "Power On" key implementation is unusual, and very poorly defined. The best I can tell, to turn the device off, hold the button in for 3 seconds (not 5), and if it changes to blinking green when you release it, you have successfully shut it off.

I'll be back with updates when I have used the device long enough to know it. Yes, I'm keeping it, yes I like Logitech products, and I'm hopeful eventually the G-Keys will eventually be real G-Keys.

2-week update:
==
I still like the headset, and it remains as described above. GKeys still do not work with Ventrilo, or any other Gaming Voice Chat software. In typical fashion, Logitech sent me an email that my problem was "Solved" since they hadn't heard from me lol. Duh! They hadn't asked *me* a question! I have updated the ticket, and will keep you informed.

10/20/10 Update:
====
GKeys still do not work with Ventrilo. Logitech "support" is still worthless in this regard. HOWEVER, there are two workarounds:
1) Very Cumbersome: When going AFK, switch Ventrilo to "open microphone", and rotate the headset microphone up to mute, down to talk.
2) Highly workable: G930 software supports "plug-ins". Fortunately, a User has created one that works not only with Ventrilo (I tested it), but should work with other voicechats. The sole drawback is you push the Gkey once to "talk", and once to "stop talking". The download, description, and cause of this drawback is in this Logitech forum thread (Page 2 at this writing):

[...]

amazing headset, good sound and wireless, August 13, 2010
so i have had this headset since august 7th. i order it on amazon before they put it to pre-order which i didn't understand. anyway, i have had it for over a week and let me say, this is the best headset i have ever owned. for 160$ you can go wrong considering its wireless and has 40mm drivers. My brother owns the astro a40's and to me these are better, but the astro's do have more metal on them.

PROS

Sound, bass response is amazing and they never distort

wireless, i have gone about 35ft through 2-3walls without it cutting out.

quality, logitech is none for their amazing mic and keyboards, now they can add wireless gaming headsets to the list.

CONS

wish it was less plastic, i feel that if i drop them or put them in my backpack that if i bang into something it has the potential to break.
Also with this plastic they creek when you put them on or move them around, not always tho.

CONCLUSION

Buy them, you can go wrong. if you have the logtiech g35 don't bother but if your in need of an awesome brand new headset in the 150$ rang, but them.

Best Wireless Two Way Headset I Have Ever Used, October 16, 2010
I bought the Creative Labs Sound Blaster World Of Warcraft Wireless Headset and used it for 3 months before they literally snapped in half. I didn't abuse them and when they broke, they broke from a perfectly normal motion of removing them from my head. Upon a Google search, I discovered HUNDREDS of other owner posts stating that their did the exact same thing. I couldn't replace them in warranty because Creative Labs requires a serial number, which is NOT printed anywhere on the headset itself but only on the box... which I had long thrown away.

The Logitech G930 was my new replacement. There are many user reviews on this headset you can read. My review is simply going to consist of the following statement: For the same price...

The Logitech G930 Headset is SUPERIOR IN EVERY WAY to the Creative Labs WoW Wireless Headset, and is by far, the best wireless headset I've ever used.

Thank You, and have a nice day.

-WW_Dagger

Logitech G930, October 11, 2010
This is absolutely the most amazing earphones I have ever used. The bass sounds deeper and more rich than my current 12" pioneer connected to my surround sound setup. The range runs pretty far as well through two solid brick walls with no quality loss. The app software works well and extremely simple and easy to use. Overall the best investment one could make when going for gaming earphones!!!

Fantastic Gaming Headset, August 27, 2010
This headset is way better than any other I have ever used, and I cannot reccomend it enough. It was very easy to set up, and the wired connection for charging is very clever in how it was designed. Its very easy to keep the cables nice and neat while still being able to charge it when you need it to.

The wireless range is great - it will work just fine all over my entire 2 bedroom apartment, which is particularly nice given that the buttons on the side of the headset are programmed to control the pause/play for music even when I am far away from my PC

Yes, there is a bit of plastic near the ears that make a bit of a creaking sound, which may possibly annoy some people. But don't let that dissuade you! It provides a very nice, clear, crisp sound. The microphone is excellent as well.

7.1 surround doesn't seem "perfect," as it is a software surround sound solution, but it sure gives a nice effect and makes the games I play (World of Warcraft, Starcraft 2, Modern Warfare 2) feel very immersive. Voice chat over Ventrilo and Teamspeak works very nicely as well.

All in all, if you are in the market for a very nice, wireless PC headset, this is a great choice.

Excellent Gaming headset, August 17, 2010
I was slightly skeptical at the sound quality of this headset prior to my purchase, but now I can admit to simply being blown away by the fidelity and accuracy of this headset.
No tweaking is needed to get perfect positional sound out of this guy. It takes a game with amazing sound to truly exhibit its capabilities (ie Bad Company 2), and it is quite stunning.
Audio does not sound cramped or far away, but rather seems perfectly positioned - you feel as though you are in the midst of the action. Footsteps, gunshots, even falling shell cases can be pinpointed with incredible accuracy.
The charging base isn't really a base for the headset, but rather a puck to coil the excess wiring and to connect the wireless receiver to. It has more than enough length to use the headset comfortably while plugging it in to charge.

Pros:
Very comfortable, even for extended periods of use.
Sound is very clear, with beautiful, crisp highs and booming lows
Surround is perfect - no tweaking necessary!
Very good isolation.
Apparently ~9-10hrs of battery life (will update if it falls below/above that).
Very low price for what you get.

Cons:
Not much is out for the G buttons at the moment (an SDK is available from Logitech) - limiting their use, as you cannot set specific keys or macros.

Great product flawed by poor software, November 29, 2010
I would really love to love this headset. Its battery actually lasts longer than you can comfortably wear it for, which is impressive since the headset is one of the most comfortable I've worn. It does a great job damping outside noise without completely isolating you. It has great features. In every respect -- on a hardware level -- this headset delivers.

Unfortunately, the software that makes the surround sound, voice morphing, etc. work has some kind of horrible memory leak. During the five hours that I used the headset today, World of Warcraft crashed three times due to running out of memory. I could tell that the crashes were coming because my friends would start to experience "tag" speech from me -- I'd say things over the course of a few minutes and nobody would hear anything until suddenly everything reached them at once. I wasn't entirely sure that the headset was the problem until I finally got to where it was hurting around the ears. I decided to switch back to my trusty old boom mic, which also meant changing WoW to use the sound card again. The only problem was that the sound card wasn't available and Windows informed me that this was because there wasn't enough memory to run it. I'd have to shut down something else. Rebooting the computer brought my sound card back. I left the headset turned off and played another five hours without a single issue.

The bottom line is that if you only play for an hour or two at a time and reboot your computer daily you should be quite pleased with this headset. If you plan to use it for longer, expect to run into problems until such time as Logitech fixes the software issue. ... Read more

Editorial Review

Don't be Cry Babies and Don't Spend Big Bucks for Awesome Headphones! Now you don’t need to spend a fortune for a high quality, multiple-use stereo headsets. If quality sound reproduction, super comfortable fit and listening/chatting versatility is what you're looking for without all the HYPE!!! Then these babies are the perfect headset for you. Yapster Universal Headphones were designed for a large audience of users ranging from everyday online computer uses such as PC gaming or internet chat, VOIP – using your computer to make telephone calls... or simply high quality stereo music listen on your MP3 player or from any sound source with a universally standard 3.5mm mini jack. ... Read more

Editorial Review

Complete your virtual pilot’s controller setup and take flight simulation reality to the next level with the Pro Flight Rudder Pedals. Control the rudder and toe brakes of your aircraft with your feet - just like real pilots. Adjustable, smooth action gives you optimum control and realism, and brings you even closer to the experience of flying a real aircraft. ... Read more

Editorial Review

Get ready to experience extreme comfort and quality audio as you have never experienced them before. Were proud to introduce the Razer Carcharias. Like its ferocious predecessor the Razer Megalodon the Carcharias delivers superior, realistic audio with clarity and deep, thumping bass. The headset encompasses a circumaural earpiece with interchangeable leatherette ear-pads for maximum comfort during extended gaming sessions. The in-line remote control provides fast and easy volume control while the adjustable, noise filtering microphone ensures high quality audio clarity. The Razer Carcharias is fully geared and ready to plug-and-play. The Razer Carcharias is a circumaural gaming audio headsetdesigned for extended hours of gameplay with superior gaming audio, clarity and bass. The Razer Carcharias is a complete and comfortable gaming communications package that gamers can wear for hours on end. ... Read more