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Though it can’t compare to more expensive options, this is the most comfortable and best-sounding headset in this price range with a reliable mic. But it has a nonremovable cable and has some issues with sound bleed.

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 The USB dongle that comes with the headset allows you to use a USB port to connect the headphones. You do not need this dongle if you can plugin the headset directly to the computer audio output. I didn't have this option and need to use the dongle. After about a week of no problems the dongle started to cut out, sometimes the audio stops and I need to unplug and plug the dongle back in for it to work again

 I didn't have this option and need to use the dongle. After about a week of no problems the dongle started to cut out, sometimes the audio stops and I need to unplug and plug the dongle back in for it to work again. I returned the headset and asked for a replacement. The replacement came and the same intermittent dongle problem persisted, could be a driver or compatibility problem with my pc

 I returned the headset and asked for a replacement. The replacement came and the same intermittent dongle problem persisted, could be a driver or compatibility problem with my pc.

I like the over the ear fit, helps to reduce the noise in the room. Good audio quality, good microphone audio quality. The USB dongle that comes with the headset allows you to use a USB port to connect the headphones. You do not need this dongle if you can plugin the headset directly to the computer audio output

Good headphones

 And today his 3rd day of online class. Sept 2, 2020 This same headset just stops working and my son couldn’t hear anything anymore. We tried everything we could it just broke. Just like that

 But now that school is back. He end up using this for school online work. And today his 3rd day of online class. Sept 2, 2020 This same headset just stops working and my son couldn’t hear anything anymore

 I thought spending a little more than Walmart cheap headset will save me money but turns out the quality of it is just the same. It didn’t last very long. I’m one unhappy customer.

Save your money, it won’t last longer

 I wanted an excellent microphone and comfortable headset at a low or reasonable cost (reasonable to me!) from a reliable brand. This headset is GREAT and exceeds my requirements for a low cost. My voice comes across very clear to others in my conference. With the 3

First, I am NOT a gamer. However my gamer sons advised me to buy this for my tele-conference needs. I wanted an excellent microphone and comfortable headset at a low or reasonable cost (reasonable to me!) from a reliable brand. This headset is GREAT and exceeds my requirements for a low cost

5mm analog jack, it can plug directly into any business computer or laptop. It comes with a USB adapter that allows you to have 7.1 surround sound if your organization allows you to download the iCUE software that gives access to all its features. With just the analog jack you have excellent stereo sound--which is better than I need for a business meeting

1 surround sound if your organization allows you to download the iCUE software that gives access to all its features. With just the analog jack you have excellent stereo sound--which is better than I need for a business meeting. Good purchase!!

Excellent for Video Conferences (during COVID-19 Telework)

 and suddenly the sound will cut out and my PC will no longer see the headset in the sound settings. The only way to fix it is by reaching down to my PC, unplugging and re-plugging it into the USB port. It doesn't happen super often, but it happens enough that I start to get pretty frustrated when I'm risking death in a game because I suddenly can't hear anything or speak to anyone for ~10 seconds while I fix it and wait for it to reconnect to my PC. Sometimes it happens hours apart, sometimes 10 mins

 I've used multiple headsets in that same USB slot and never had any disconnecting issues so I'm 99.99% positive it's not the USB port. Because of this issue alone, I would have returned this headset and maybe tried to get a different model or maybe even different brand, but my dog destroyed the product box shortly after receiving it so I guess I'm just going to use what I have.

 The last thing, and the one that really made me just shake my head, is that this headset will randomly just shut off, or lose power, or disconnect - I'm not sure which it is. All that I am sure of, is that *at least* once daily (if I'm using them for ~4 hours or more) I will be playing a game or listening to youtube, ect. and suddenly the sound will cut out and my PC will no longer see the headset in the sound settings. The only way to fix it is by reaching down to my PC, unplugging and re-plugging it into the USB port

 I would have to recommend another brand, at least for headsets. If I had to drive one final point home, it would be DON'T BE DISTRACTED BY CORSAIR'S SLEEK PRODUCT LOOKS, OFTEN TIMES THE PRODUCT QUALITY JUST ISN'T THERE AND PEOPLE OVERLOOK THIS BECAUSE THEY LOOK COOLER THAN MANY COMPETATORS PRODUCTS. So I got these because I had been using a cheap $35 gaming headset and wanted something a bit higher quality, and since about 60% of my PC was using Corsair parts already (that I was very pleased with) I decided to go with these since they seemed to be a nice, stylish gaming headset. But after receiving them and using them for a few months now, I have to say they were underwhelming from what I was hoping for

Headset Broke After 3 Months

This is a good headset piece. I use it for gaming and was looking for something cheap but still good since most expensive headsets today try to make you sell more than just an arm for their product. I have no problems with the performance of audio. However, the USB adapter portion just stopped working within the first week I had it

 I have no problems with the performance of audio. However, the USB adapter portion just stopped working within the first week I had it. I started searching online about this issue to see if it was common and it seems as though it is. I saw forums with most people saying that adapter stopped working just a few months after getting the product

 While that did solve the problem I just want to share to Corsair that they should really look into a way to prevent or extend the longevity of the USB adapter. No one likes any electronic product to break down within a few months or even a week such as myself. Most gamers only have consoles so they need this adapter to use your product. Also Corsair if you do end up reading this please do not contact me to change my review by providing excellent service to me

I game with this headset but the USB adapter is a problem

 Especially for the price point. Could just be a coincidence I suppose, but for $130?..

 Update 9/10/21: So the replacement that I received mentioned above just started going out as well. This time, the left cup started popping, and I noticed that in some moments left and right audio was swapped. It was very strange. This was my first Corsair headset I've ever owned, and most certainly my last

Haptic feedback is really solid in the headset. Unfortunately the right cup randomly started popping and cracking for no reason. Had to send it to Corsair to replace it, as by the time it happened Amazon couldn't replace it or refund me. Was a shame

 It was very strange. This was my first Corsair headset I've ever owned, and most certainly my last. I'm not sure if it's the particular build of this model or what. But having 2 separate pairs just randomly stop working as intended is by no means ideal

 Had to send it to Corsair to replace it, as by the time it happened Amazon couldn't replace it or refund me. Was a shame. Update 9/10/21: So the replacement that I received mentioned above just started going out as well. This time, the left cup started popping, and I noticed that in some moments left and right audio was swapped

Really neat headset when it works as intended. (Revised)

 Comfort is 8/10. I only issue and this might just be for me, after wearing for a prolong period of time, my left ear kinda hurts and even after readjusting, I still find a pain. I make my reviews honest, real and from personal experience. Your experience might differ

Solid headset

 Reattaching the rings was an unholy and frustrating experience. Took me no lie, almost an hour to attach just one side, until I figured out a smarter-not-harder process - - attach a ring 90% of the way, then stretch the new pad around it. Only thereafter snap the ring the remaining way into place. The other side took me half the time using this method

Pads, which were in great condition, came off in just about 9 months of very light use - - I only put these on for about an hour 5 days of the week. Sound quality is good (7/10), noise canceling is okay (6/10) when you play with the mic positioning, build quality is bad (3/10). After both pads separated on the same day (one fell off, the other started to separate so I just removed it), I was able to see how poorly this part of the headset was manufactured. The lip part of the pad material (bottom you can't see) is stretched and glued to the underside of a plastic ring, which is then forcibly snapped into place onto that side of the headset (left/right)

 If this is a turn off, which it should be, buy another brand (not Corsair) that designed a headset with a mechanism to easily replace pads - this, along with sound quality and noise canceling, should be a prerequisite for any gamer. I put "Made in China" in the title to save everyone some time since that is easily the most searched term for most product listings on Amazon. I won't elaborate on the obvious, so make your own buying decision if "Country of Origin" is important. Unfortunately we have to make concessions for some product types, which either are not made elsewhere or cost significantly more

 Only thereafter snap the ring the remaining way into place. The other side took me half the time using this method. If this is a turn off, which it should be, buy another brand (not Corsair) that designed a headset with a mechanism to easily replace pads - this, along with sound quality and noise canceling, should be a prerequisite for any gamer. I put "Made in China" in the title to save everyone some time since that is easily the most searched term for most product listings on Amazon

No surprise, made in China, fell apart in 9 months

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If you're looking for affordable earbuds for sports, look at the SoundPeats TrueFree 2 Wireless. These earbuds come with a selection of differently-sized stability fins, and once you get a good fit, they should easily stay in place during intense workouts. They're rated IPX7 for resistance against being immersed in water, so you shouldn't need to worry about a bit of rain during a run outside.

Their bass-rich sound profile adds extra thump and boom to your audio to keep you pumped up. However, some may find their sound overly boomy, and they don't have an app or any sound customization features. They also last for less than four hours off a single charge, which is a bit limiting, but on the plus side, their case holds four extra charges, and they have a standby mode to help save power.

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 I consistently get 3-3.5 hours with the previous models at same audio level.  The shape of the earbuds is also noticeably larger, compared to the previous models. The outer edges are crude and protrude out, making it uncomfortable when wearing, as well as when resting one's head on a pillow vs the previous models that fit inside the ear much better and have smoother edges

 What I received was very disappointing and sub par.  First of all, the battery life of SoundPEATS TrueFree2 earbuds, as well as the charging cradle, seem to deplete relatively faster than the previous models I own. After only 1 recharge of a single earbud, the cradle was already at 75% battery, as indicated by the LED's, so technically I'm only able to get 2 recharges per pair of earbuds before having to recharge the cradle. I usually get 3-4 recharges per pair of earbuds with the previous model cradles

 After only 1 recharge of a single earbud, the cradle was already at 75% battery, as indicated by the LED's, so technically I'm only able to get 2 recharges per pair of earbuds before having to recharge the cradle. I usually get 3-4 recharges per pair of earbuds with the previous model cradles. The earbuds themselves, at the lowest audible volume, remain online for only 2.5 hours before having to be recharged

  The shape of the earbuds is also noticeably larger, compared to the previous models. The outer edges are crude and protrude out, making it uncomfortable when wearing, as well as when resting one's head on a pillow vs the previous models that fit inside the ear much better and have smoother edges.  The button to turn on and off the earbuds is also much harder to push now, and one needs to hold the button down for almost 10 seconds to power off the device vs half as long for the previous models.  Last but not least, the Bluetooth connectivity is less stable than the previous models

Not what I expected from SoundPEATS

 There are three separate cushion sizes that are easily changeable and the design is comfortable. They come in a nice sleek chargeable case and are very easy to use (tap an earbud to increase/decrease volume, connect, disconnect, play, etc). Due to how snug the earbuds fit, they do a good job at noise canceling. These buds are easy to use and you do not need to have both on for them to function, which is great if you need to be aware of your surroundings if you are on a call

 Due to how snug the earbuds fit, they do a good job at noise canceling. These buds are easy to use and you do not need to have both on for them to function, which is great if you need to be aware of your surroundings if you are on a call. The quality of sound is great and the microphone works well too. Because these are earbuds, when you are on a call the microphone picks up all the noise around you

 The quality of sound is great and the microphone works well too. Because these are earbuds, when you are on a call the microphone picks up all the noise around you. Works great when you are in a room or a car but I would not recommend making a call through the earbuds if you are in a noisy concert hall, club or loud bar. Overall, these are great earbuds

Great earbuds

 But the batteries on buds go dead on a regular basis. I think this problem is due to weak magnetic connection on the contacts. I e compared these to others and the strength of the magnetic connection is noticeably less.

 This one thought has a serious defect in design. The issue is that these earbuds will connect to my phone when they are *in the charging case* They are not supposed to do this - every previous pair I’ve had will immediately disconnect its Bluetooth connection when they are place in the case. The end result is the buds maintain a constant connection and it drains the battery when they are supposed to be charging. On my other soundpeats I almost never ran out of battery life

Really disappointed with these headphones. I’ve bought several pairs of Soundpeats before and always thought they were great for the prices. This one thought has a serious defect in design. The issue is that these earbuds will connect to my phone when they are *in the charging case* They are not supposed to do this - every previous pair I’ve had will immediately disconnect its Bluetooth connection when they are place in the case

Battery drains due to weak magnetic contacts

  PROS: Excellent sound quality IPX7 water resistance rating so they can we worn in the rain or even in the shower Comfortable fit and the wings help keep them planted Fixed buttons Magnetic closure on charging case  CONS: Charging case lids doesn't stay open, wants to be in the closed position No onboard volume Fixed buttons could be a bit less stiff to press

SoundPEATS TrueFree2  Item arrived quickly as expected. Nice box opening experience. Overall quality is excellent. Came with an initial charge but i chose to fully charge before first use

 There is not a separate onboard speaker volume. Add onboard volume and I'd give these a 5 star rating.  PROS: Excellent sound quality IPX7 water resistance rating so they can we worn in the rain or even in the shower Comfortable fit and the wings help keep them planted Fixed buttons Magnetic closure on charging case  CONS: Charging case lids doesn't stay open, wants to be in the closed position No onboard volume Fixed buttons could be a bit less stiff to press

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 Then it isn’t a state of emergency until their earbud is found.  All in all I do recommend. For the price definitely worth a try. Good for a low price option for kids first ear buds, if you tend to loose yours often, or if you have a budget

These are pretty good ear buds! You could hop in the shower with them and not wake up your kids or significant other which is amazing.  Sound is actually quite good. Not $300 Sony good but for around 30 bucks - pretty great!  The color that I ordered is.

Good buds!

 So this should give you an idea as to how you would sound if you use these earbuds to take phone calls in a quiet environment. Now, let's see how they sound. Once we add some background noise all right, so we got some crowd noise being played on a speaker, so this should give you a rough idea as to how you would sound if you use these earbuds to take phone calls in a more noisy environment. As always, you guys be the judge so overall, at 38 bucks

 These are going to make sure you get a secure fit and that they don't fall out. Current price on these is 38 bucks on amazon and, if you check often enough, they do have some discounts, so you can usually get them for closer to like 30 and sometimes even less than that, which is crazy, because these are definitely a solid pair of earbuds. So after you watch this video, if you're interested in grabbing a pair be sure to check out the affiliate link in the description, that's going to make sure you get the most up-to-date price. So if you're new to my channel i'll go over everything that comes with the earbuds i'll go over the important specs, the design the fit and then i'll give my opinion on the sound quality

 Now, let's go ahead and do a microphone test to give you an idea of the call quality all right. So this is a microphone test of the sound piece: truefree 2, true wireless earbuds. So this should give you an idea as to how you would sound if you use these earbuds to take phone calls in a quiet environment. Now, let's see how they sound

 That'S going to make sure you get a nice secure fit, so the earbuds are running bluetooth. 5.0. As far as watching videos on my samsung galaxy s20, i didn't experience any audio lag and the connection is very stable as well

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