Gaming headsets have become more and more popular lately. So it’s no surprise that even big brands focus on headphones and then have great success with them. But when it comes to sound, few can match the Sony, especially when it comes to sound. Therefore, every headphone for Sony consoles is always eagerly awaited. This did not happen with the official PS5 Pulse 3D headphones, which were released about two weeks before the Playstation 5 was released, but like the console, were unavailable for a long time. About a year later, Sony re-released Pulse 3D, but this time in Midnight Black, which replaced the original black and white (corresponding to the console) with “midnight black”. Christmas is coming, and some players are probably planning to buy headphones for the new console, and when else will they rejoice, if not now. So that’s all that’s left. Will the headphones please you even when connected (wired or wireless) to the console?
- Headphone type: Headset
- Platform: PS5 or PS4, PC or Mac
- Estimated holding time: 12 hours
- Connection options: USB dongle, 3.5mm audio cable
- Connector: USB-C
- Price: CZK 2,690 (Xzone)
Minimalistic and comfortable headphones
One of the standout features of the PlayStation 5 system is 3D audio support. Sony’s so-called Tempest Engine does a great job, so any standard pair of wired headphones can produce immersive 3D audio when connected to the DualSense driver. However, this is not the case if you want to work wirelessly, as Pulse 3D is currently the only way to enjoy 3D on PS5 wirelessly. Having only one option is rarely a good thing, but this headset is so good it won’t bother you at all. The advantage of this Pulse 3D is that you can simply take the 3.5mm audio cable (included) and connect the headphones to your DualSense, PlayStation VR, PC or phone. If you want to use a wireless network, you need to connect a dongle that receives a signal. I’d be more grateful if it could be done without it (because you only have one USB socket), but so be it.
For the first black and white version, Sony decided to visually match the headset with the design of the PS5 console and opted for the same white finish on the headset as on the console’s front panels. It immediately became clear that the two products were related. However, for some people this was a problem when, for example, they wanted to connect the device to the phone and go outside. An ideal alternative is the Midnight Black version, which looks much more “conservative” and is easier to use in the non-gaming part of life.
We’ll stay with the look for a while. The headphone design is minimalistic, which I really appreciate. The RGB wave of all the exaggerated and colorful gaming accessories gets boring very quickly. However, this does not apply to Pulse 3D, their appearance is simple and elegant at the same time. The plastic construction is made from the same plastic as the black parts and buttons of the DualSense controller, it’s a hard plastic that looks fragile at first glance but is not the case. It seems that this is a durable material that will live without harm for several years without any problems.
It seems that this is a durable material that will live without harm for several years without any problems.
In addition, they are comfortable in general. The leatherette earmuffs are stronger than some earmuffs and fit well over the ears. The rubber stabilizing strap can then adjust the earphones so that the ears do not start to hurt even after prolonged use. What happened to me in the past with tighter headphones. In addition, no noticeable heat is generated around the ears during use, so you don’t sweat much when you take them off. Even after several hours of intense play, the set is comfortable.
The headset is located on the left earpiece. There are volume up and down buttons, a power switch, a microphone mute button, a microphone monitor switch, and chat/game audio settings. These controls are implemented for the PS5 system. This is what sets PS5 Pulse 3D apart from others. Sure, you’ll find the volume and power buttons on most headsets, but what sets the PS5 Pulse 3D apart from the competition is the switchable microphone monitor and the ability to adjust the ratio of game and chat sounds right in your headphones. Then the microphone monitor will give you an eavesdropping form, you can easily hear you speak into the microphone. This is a great way to quickly find out if your teammates can hear you. The layout of all the buttons can be a little confusing at first, but after a while of use one gets used to it and recognizes the buttons quite easily from each other.
PS5 Pulse 3D has two hidden microphones. In my opinion, these microphones are enough, they are not average in quality, but considering that they are primarily intended for online game with friends, I probably would not expect much from microphones. It sometimes picks up background and ambient noise, which can be a problem if you’re in a busy room. But I think this is a rather unusual problem that you probably won’t solve.
3D sound absorption
Let’s get back to 3D sound one more time. I like how it simulates directional sound. I’ve tested it in several games, but I felt it most strongly in the Ghost of Tsushima Director’s Cut. Whether it’s a breeze all around you, even more heightened Zen composing a haiku, or waiting for an approaching enemy depending on where his voice is coming from and how far away he might be. The latter is an example of how 3D audio can really impact the gaming experience. Of course, directional audio is nothing new in games. Some of the first 3D games allowed you to locate enemies by sound. However, thanks to the 3D sound technology in the PS5 system, this effect is richer and more dynamic, resulting in a more convincing and readable soundstage overall. After the experience with him, returning to a game that does not support him is a step back. Similarly, I loved the 3D sound in Miles Morales’ Spider-Man, where the sounds of the city are absolutely absorbing, and the already beautifully crafted environment suddenly takes on another dimension.
The headphones are finely tuned for their purpose. They have a lot of punchy bass so every explosion and bullet sounds right. The mids and highs are quite adequate, could be a little cleaner, but in games they do their job well. Keep in mind that headphones are primarily designed for gaming, so you can’t expect an audiophile experience from them. However, in what they do, the headphones sound just great. However, there is a new equalizer with three presets – Standard, Bass Boost or Shooter and three more slots reserved for your preferred settings.
The manufacturer claims the battery should last up to 12 hours on a full charge. This was approximately agreed during the test, usually the headphones lasted about 11 hours. I have enough stamina. For subsequent charging, you only need to connect the headphones via USB-C, then a full charge then takes just over 3 hours. However, if you don’t want to wait, just plug the cable into your headphones and you can play right away.
If you want to take full advantage of in-ear 3D audio and be wireless, then Pulse 3D is your only option. They are really good at what they do. Minor beauty flaws aside, the headphones boast very good audio performance, which, combined with the PS5 system’s 3D audio processing, can take your game to the next level. If you don’t have the money or space for a home theater, or you just don’t want to disturb your neighbors, this is essentially the best budget PS5 headset.
You can buy headphones from Xzone.
Source :Indian TV
