Abstract: Corsair HS1 and Sharkoon Xtatic SP Headset ReviewWelcome back to another headset review at Guru3d.com. It is pretty rare that we delve into the depths of the headset market, but today we do. It is even more unusual that we have two headsets on the test be...
Below you can see a summary of our impressions about the Corsair HS1 Headset.Strong PointsEasy to transportGood sound isolationComfortable headrestBack-lit volume controlLong cableUSB connection makes it independent of the quality of the sound cardVers...
Designed with long term gaming session in mind, never pinched or hurt my ears during use, Plenty of options with configurable software (including fun voice effects), Gave clear and accurate positioning of enemies in game, Cord is super long with Velcro ti
No control over anything but volume/ mic mute without alt-tabbing out of game, No control over amping up rear speaker sounds (desirable to make sure enemy footsteps sneaking up behind you are heard over gunfire in FPS games)
The Corsair HS1 USB Gaming Headset is one of the best all-around packages I’ve seen to date. Its software fully compliments the hardware without causing problems or interrupts in gameplay. The Corsair HS1 is affordably priced for the gaming audiophil...
Sound control panel difficult to use for beginners, Adjustable boom for mic a bit bulky
After more than four weeks of grueling FPS gaming, movies, and music listening, I can confidently say the Corsair HS1 headphones have the right combination of comfort, style, and functionality that gamers are looking for in a multi-purpose gaming hea...
The Corsair HS1 exceeded my expectations when it came to sound quality. Although it's far from reaching the level of higher-end headphones, it is surprisingly good for a $100 headset using the USB interface. The majority of high-end headsets don't go t...
Volume control over individual virtual channels, Extremely intuitive and easy to use software, Stylish good looks, Surround sound works very well, Extremely comfortable, Long braided cable, Low resource / lightweight software, Massive 50mm drivers, Memory foam ear cups
No ability to change from stereo to virtual surround sound except via software, Voice changer options are gimmicky, No travel case included, Extremely forward mids and highs in default setup, Bass is less than expected from 50mm drivers...
The Corsair HS1 is certainly a very, very good set of gaming headset. The ability to customize the sound signature of each of the virtual speakers, combined with beefy 50mm drivers makes for one potent combination that should appeal to a wide range of ...
Corsair has created an excellent headset with its own sound card built in. A user carries the same sound from computer to computer.If you enjoy movies and gaming, then we recommend this headset with absolutely no reservation. If you enjoy a concert or ...
According to Corsair, the HS1 headset has a balanced audio curve. A lot of other headsets out there use what's referred to as a 'double hump' audio curve, where the bass and treble are artificially enhanced to provide a greater impact on the user, but...
Abstract: Corsair is known for many things—memory, power supplies, solid-state storage, and enclosures, to name a few—but headphones aren't one of them. Not quite yet, at least. The company has ventured into uncharted waters with its HS1 headset, which quietly m...
