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Originally designed for Creative Labs’ coL gaming team—and the team’s current headset of choice (along with Team Epsilon)—the Creative Sound BlasterX H5 Special Edition Headset is now available exclusively on Massdrop. With all the features of the original, but made with a more pronounced side plate for even more detail, this tournament-grade headset is limited to 400 units Read More
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keyboard_arrow_downRochambeaux
348
May 25, 2017
If you have an older PC/laptop with a really low end sound option, only own a pair of cheap ear bud type devices with an inline mic, then this might be for you. Everyone else? Last year I did an extensive test/tryout of over 20 "gaming" headsets, ranging from under $100 to over $300. Result? Every single one had inferior sound quality when compared to a decent $90 "traditional" headphone.
Best advice I came across during this process was: buy a decent, comfortable "regular" headphone and add a good mic of your choice. Everything else on these "gaming" sets are smoke, mirrors and profit.
Best advice I came across during this process was: buy a decent, comfortable "regular" headphone and add a good mic of your choice. Everything else on these "gaming" sets are smoke, mirrors and profit.
P0werhouse
0
Nov 8, 2018
UntraumatizedThe email I got says they're supposed to ship November 16th towards the bottom. Did you not get an email?
Untraumatized
7
Nov 13, 2018
P0werhouseI did not see that in the emails that I received but I will have to double check that. As long as it ships I’ll be happy, why such a long delay on the ship time though?
gibbousmoon
98
Nov 9, 2017
Wow, so many problems with these, I don't even know where to begin. I bought the USB soundcard in order to bypass my own system's soundcard, because I thought it would minimize conflicts and headaches, but no such luck:
1. The mic doesn't work. I test it in Skype, and it's detected OK, but the volume bar doesn't move at all when I speak. Oddly enough, when I press the phone answer button next to the volume, the volume bar flickers a little. So something is being sent to my computer. But not my voice. (They did work for the first, idk, 10 minutes I had the device plugged in? Then promptly stopped. They do work when plugged directly into my computer. So it may be due to a crappy driver.)
2. Sound is really weak, even with system, mp3 program, and headset dongle volume all at 100%. When I go into the driver program's preview to check how 7.1 sounds, the simulated front speaker outputs almost no volume, so that's probably connected.
3. Zero bass. Again, in the preview program, literally nothing is outputted while the subwoofer is flashing.
4. Zero stereo separation. I tried 7.1, headphone 7.1, and 2.0 in the preview. No stereo.
I use Windows 7. I'll post an update if I manage to fix any of these problems (and how), but for now I cannot recommend this headset or soundcard dongle.
EDIT: I've confirmed that the audio problem, at least, is hardware related (still don't know about the mic). I plugged it directly into the headphone jack on my computer, ignoring the usb soundcard, and it still utterly lacked bass (and center speaker as well, I think). I plugged in a much cheaper set of earbuds and the sound was glorious in comparison.
1. The mic doesn't work. I test it in Skype, and it's detected OK, but the volume bar doesn't move at all when I speak. Oddly enough, when I press the phone answer button next to the volume, the volume bar flickers a little. So something is being sent to my computer. But not my voice. (They did work for the first, idk, 10 minutes I had the device plugged in? Then promptly stopped. They do work when plugged directly into my computer. So it may be due to a crappy driver.)
2. Sound is really weak, even with system, mp3 program, and headset dongle volume all at 100%. When I go into the driver program's preview to check how 7.1 sounds, the simulated front speaker outputs almost no volume, so that's probably connected.
3. Zero bass. Again, in the preview program, literally nothing is outputted while the subwoofer is flashing.
4. Zero stereo separation. I tried 7.1, headphone 7.1, and 2.0 in the preview. No stereo.
I use Windows 7. I'll post an update if I manage to fix any of these problems (and how), but for now I cannot recommend this headset or soundcard dongle.
EDIT: I've confirmed that the audio problem, at least, is hardware related (still don't know about the mic). I plugged it directly into the headphone jack on my computer, ignoring the usb soundcard, and it still utterly lacked bass (and center speaker as well, I think). I plugged in a much cheaper set of earbuds and the sound was glorious in comparison.
DigitalRonyn
558
Creative Labs
Dec 15, 2017
Hey there, this definitely sounds like something is up with the cabling of the headset (not all the channels are being played back to you).
So please make sure the cable to the headset is inserted all the way in (this will also affect voice input as well to your computer if the jack isn't properly seated in the cable.
If that doesn't work we will definitely take care of you swiftly. You can reach me directly at socialmedia@creativelabs.com and we'll get you taken care of.
This is definitely not the usual user experience...so we apologize for that...but we'll take care of you immediately.
So please make sure the cable to the headset is inserted all the way in (this will also affect voice input as well to your computer if the jack isn't properly seated in the cable.
If that doesn't work we will definitely take care of you swiftly. You can reach me directly at socialmedia@creativelabs.com and we'll get you taken care of.
This is definitely not the usual user experience...so we apologize for that...but we'll take care of you immediately.
gibbousmoon
98
Dec 28, 2020
DigitalRonynThis is years late, but just so you know, I did e-mail you at that e-mail address and got no response. (Nothing in my spam folder, either.) Perhaps you were no longer working for Creative by the time I got around to it? Still, in that case I guessed someone else would have replied.
Justsomeguy2
44
Mar 28, 2017
Thanks for the response Ronyn! I've used many headsets, with a few different amps (and no amps, direct plug in), and 3-4 different 7.1 surround simulators (The Hyper X cloud II card, the Blaster X G1 (offered here as well), Razer's software enabled surround for Stereo headsets, and Logitech's software). I've enabled all the audio options in the games themselves.
My honest opinion is that the surround is mediocre in all of them, and no comparison to an actual surround speaker setup. Not even close. And they don't vary that much from each other to my untrained ears. I like the G1 add on for the amplification and the surround options, but I can't say it was a game changer for me.
Overall, at this price point, The H5's are a great value. I like them more than my Cloud II's, Nash 20's and Logitech's. The sound is very good, the comfort is very high and the microphone is good (the one flaw on this headset - a great microphone would have clinched it!).
I recommend this headset at even higher prices. They sound great and are very comfortable with very little break in time.
My honest opinion is that the surround is mediocre in all of them, and no comparison to an actual surround speaker setup. Not even close. And they don't vary that much from each other to my untrained ears. I like the G1 add on for the amplification and the surround options, but I can't say it was a game changer for me.
Overall, at this price point, The H5's are a great value. I like them more than my Cloud II's, Nash 20's and Logitech's. The sound is very good, the comfort is very high and the microphone is good (the one flaw on this headset - a great microphone would have clinched it!).
I recommend this headset at even higher prices. They sound great and are very comfortable with very little break in time.
BadBoyBrazil
2
Oct 23, 2018
For a kid that play Fortnite it’s this headset any good? It’s The price great?
Justsomeguy2
44
Oct 23, 2018
BadBoyBrazilThe drop is over, but if it comes back - yes, this would be good for Fortnite or any other game for it's last drop price. I paid $59.99 for mine - and they are easily worth that much.
rjames
4
Apr 25, 2018
first off the fit is best Ive had for blocking out unwanted noise, I used mine for an online course. The sound is the very best part crystal clear and fully adjustable
opticron
14
Feb 11, 2018
I have a pair of these purchased elsewhere. The headphones themselves are fine, but the included adapter that goes from TRRS to TRS+TS for use with normal devices is garbage. The first one failed, replaced for cost of shipping, and now the second one is failing. If you get this, plan to use your own adapter or go without if you already have the right hookups.
expontherise
161
Feb 14, 2017
It sais xbox one with adapter, is this outdated information? or will I need an adapter even if my controller has the 3.5mm port?
Justsomeguy2
44
Feb 15, 2017
expontheriseIt comes with a 4 pole connector which will work with your controller.
HeroTheSwordsman
2
Oct 23, 2018
TrollafSame, it was an amazing price but I gave myself a day to think about it, big mistake.
sneville
1
Oct 24, 2018
HeroTheSwordsmanI thought about waiting too but I was worried this would happen so I bought it lol
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