Monday, October 10, 2011

Best Gaming PC Headphones 2011

After spending all your money on that nice PC and while you're looking forward to listening to music, watching movies, or even playing games on it, don’t you want the best headphones possible? A good pair of gaming headphones will not only enhance the games you play, but also make you better at playing them. Here's our list of the top five.

Logitech G35 7.1-Channel Surround Sound Headset


The Logitech G35 7.1-Channel Surround Sound Headset is a perfect headphone to plug into your PC. At only $90, this headset comes with second generation Dolby headphone technology and a special ear enclosed design.

Pros: Logitech is a brand that knows what it is doing in terms of sound. The sound input and output on the G35 sound Headset will literally blow your mind. The G35 supports surround sound effects, has a perfectly enclosed ear design reducing noise reduction, and it has an attached microphone that improves clarity. One feature of the G35 that stands out among headphones is the ability you have to exchange the head bands to be adjusted for comfort. Plus, the ear audio controls and G keys can be customized right on the headset.

Cons: The wires tend to tangle and can easily tear as compared to other headphone wires. The G35’s also weigh more than others and have a little more cup pressure over your ear.

Overall, this is a perfect all around Headset for an affordable price. The Logitech G35 will make any computer experience extraordinary, and will give your ears great satisfaction.

Monster Beats by Dr. Dre Studio High-Definition Headphones


Many headphones may not have a very cool looking outward appearance because they are all about sound. The Monster Beats by Dr. Dre however, combine high performance sound with an even better looking outside.

Pros: The Monster Beats not only offer crisp audio sound, but are both comfortable and stylish. The sound quality in these headphones is well balanced and they even have a huge thumping bass. They even come with a sweet carrying case and can connect to your PC super easy. At only $200 too, these headphones won’t break the bank and will carry your fashion to the next level.

Cons: The Monster Beats has a glossy finish design that easily collects smudges and the cups tend to rattle because of the large amount of bass.

Overall, if you want to look stylish while working on your computer and enjoy your audio experience I would recommend trying out the Monster Beats by Doctor Dre.

Bose QuietComfort Headphones


If there is one brand that has dominated the audio business with exceptional sound, it is the Bose company. In fact, Bose proves that it is boss with the QuietComfort headphones for $340. These headphones are easy to use with your PC, and are smaller fitting onto your head well. Did we mention that they are noise cancelling?

Pros: The Bose QuietComfort are just like the title said, quiet and comfortable. With noise cancelling ability, and with perfect ear cup design to enhance your listening experience, the Bose QuietComfort is a top competitor in today’s market. No matter where you may be, if you will plug the Bose QuietComfort headphones, it will cancel all noise around you. So, these headphones are best for those noisy trains, or the loud school cafeteria. In addition to sounding great, they are very easy to fold up and put away anywhere.

Cons: Pads wear down fast, and they headphones are not the most durable.

Overall, if you want a great sounding headphone for your PC that can be packed easily, this is the best headphone for you. The QuietComfort headphones will enhance your listening experience and will help you enjoy your PC no matter where you may be.

Nokia BH-905 High-Performance Bluetooth Stereo Headphones


Nokia usually specializing in cell phones, decided they wanted to make some comfortable and great sounding headphones. The Nokia Bluetooth headset uses a state of the art technology that eliminates background noise and helps you hear everything clearer.

Pros: Nokia BH-905 is very simple to use and will allow you to switch from music to calls easily. It also comes with the option to have either wireless or wired variety which makes it easy to connect to your PC. The active noise cancellation technology ensures that you will get crystal clear sound, and will help you find pleasure in whatever you may be listening to.

Cons: Performance wise these headphones are good, but not amazing. The handset mode also takes a while to hook up with Bluetooth and with your computer.

Overall, if you want a hands free headset with average sound quality and comfortable ear cups, this is the way to go. The Nokia BH-905 is a great headphone set and it will serve great for your next business venture.

Koss PortaPro Headphones


Just as the title of these Headphones states, this are easily portable headphones that are also very affordable. Koss has decided to make a PC headphone that collapses and also is dependable enough not to break.

Pros: They Portapro offers amazing sound quality output and input. Koss has done a great job designing headphones that provide the user with a comfortable experience. The Portapro has very well balanced sound, and great clarity. The headphones also come with adjustable pads, which makes your ears more comfortable and eliminates pressure. With multi-pivoting technology, an attractive carrying case, and a dual entry cord measuring 4 feet, this headphones are an overall great choice for your PC an for you. What adds even more to the headphone’s reliability is that they have a lifetime warranty.

Cons: The Koss PortaPro headphones have more basic features and do not come with wireless option.

Overall, the Koss PortaPro are easy to store, great sounding, and will be a great companion for you and your computer. If you want a headphone set that is dependable and will fit perfectly on your ears, these headphones are the ones for you.

When choosing the best PC gaming headset, quality of sound and comfort are the most important qualities you could look for. So, keeping this in mind, the Koss Portapro are the best portable and great sounding headphones you will find. For a little more money, the Logitech G35 headphones are also top quality headphones with a little more featur