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P531
Most gaming headsets are pretty standard on the high-end. You get the full can style that hopes to block as much noise as possible from the outside. The P531 is no different. Arctic Cooling does set itself apart from the pack by providing true 5.1 sound. Most headsets rely on faking 5.1 or 7.1 sound with the software. The shape of the headphone (with the extended portion near the ear) holds the extra speakers. This isn't a simple stereo headset, but a true 5.1 surround sound system.
The parts that touch your body are felt-like and soft to the touch. Many companies use leather (or faux leather), but the felt creates a soft feel. In practice, this is a personal choice depending on your taste.
You can see a better shot of the extended speaker layout. This not only makes the P531 larger, it also makes it heavier. The extra padding on the top of the headband allows it to take the weight off and distribute it evenly on the entire surface. The microphone articulates in nearly any direction and can be bent to position throughout the wire, itself. The P531 also retains the Arctic Cooling look and colors.
It is very important to be able to resize the headset to accommodate head size and ear position. Since the headset earpieces articulate, they'll hit your ears without issue. The headband adjustment is independent to each ear which is important. Most people may find it more comfortable to adjust each separately rather than doing both at the same length. Each headset is label to let you know which ear it belongs on.
We can't stress enough how important it is to have the earcups articulate enough. With a heavy set like these, the more you can adjust, the better. The microphone is no different and can be moved to most positions. If you've got a giant head, it still should reach your mouth.
This is a strictly USB headset with no 3.5mm jacks. All the conversion between digital and analog happen internally to prevent any sort of extra distortion caused by the conversion. This control unit houses the CM106 sound device that drives most headsets of this type. It has independent volume adjustments for each set of channels and a volume control for the OS. The LED bar will flash when sound is being pumped through the headset. A microphone switch allows you to disable communication when needed.
Most gaming headsets are pretty standard on the high-end. You get the full can style that hopes to block as much noise as possible from the outside. The P531 is no different. Arctic Cooling does set itself apart from the pack by providing true 5.1 sound. Most headsets rely on faking 5.1 or 7.1 sound with the software. The shape of the headphone (with the extended portion near the ear) holds the extra speakers. This isn't a simple stereo headset, but a true 5.1 surround sound system.
The parts that touch your body are felt-like and soft to the touch. Many companies use leather (or faux leather), but the felt creates a soft feel. In practice, this is a personal choice depending on your taste.
You can see a better shot of the extended speaker layout. This not only makes the P531 larger, it also makes it heavier. The extra padding on the top of the headband allows it to take the weight off and distribute it evenly on the entire surface. The microphone articulates in nearly any direction and can be bent to position throughout the wire, itself. The P531 also retains the Arctic Cooling look and colors.
It is very important to be able to resize the headset to accommodate head size and ear position. Since the headset earpieces articulate, they'll hit your ears without issue. The headband adjustment is independent to each ear which is important. Most people may find it more comfortable to adjust each separately rather than doing both at the same length. Each headset is label to let you know which ear it belongs on.
We can't stress enough how important it is to have the earcups articulate enough. With a heavy set like these, the more you can adjust, the better. The microphone is no different and can be moved to most positions. If you've got a giant head, it still should reach your mouth.
This is a strictly USB headset with no 3.5mm jacks. All the conversion between digital and analog happen internally to prevent any sort of extra distortion caused by the conversion. This control unit houses the CM106 sound device that drives most headsets of this type. It has independent volume adjustments for each set of channels and a volume control for the OS. The LED bar will flash when sound is being pumped through the headset. A microphone switch allows you to disable communication when needed.