› Sennheiser
GSP 670
The freedom you get from going
wireless is often overused in this
industry, but where headsets are
concerned, there is a real benefit
to not being anchored to your desk.
We’ll admit that the GSP 670s are
pricey, but the quality speaks
for itself, and these produce an
incredibly detailed soundstage,
while also feeling luxurious, thanks
to the headband that enables you to
control how much pressure is
applied to your head. The fact that
you can connect using Bluetooth
makes them versatile, too.
$349 https://sennheiser.com
Reviewed: Vol. 24, No. 8, Page 88› Audio-Technica
ATH-M50xBT
Enjoying a proper studio-grade
soundstage from Bluetooth headphones
is rarer than you might think, especially if
you’re looking for sound canceling at the
same time. The ATH-M50xBT headphones
check that specific box beautifully,
though, offering up plenty of bass, but
with crystal clear midtones and highs,
in a package that folds up neatly when
you’re out and about. Build quality is
impeccable, they’re comfortable in use,
and with a 40-hour battery life, you won’t
want or need to take them off.
$199 http://www.audio-technica.com
Reviewed: Vol. 24, No. 1, Page 86› HyperX
QuadCast
HyperX knows what it takes
to make quality hardware,
and the company has hit
the ground running with
its QuadCast microphone.
Anyone who needs to
capture audio at a better
level than is possible
with a headset mic shouldtake a look at this excellently
spec’d device. The shock mount
does a brilliant job of keeping
your voice clear of pops and
whistles, and while it can’t
quite compete with professional
studio equipment, it isn’t far off.
$140 http://www.hyperxgaming.com
Reviewed: Vol. 24, No. 6, Page 88gear of the year
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