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Turtle Beach - Ear Force X42 - Premium Wireless Gaming Headset with Dolby Surround Sound - Xbox 360 (Discontinued by Manufacturer)
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- Wireless Digital Game Sound
- 50 mm speakers; 2.4/5GHz Dual-Band Wi-Fi
- Dolby Surround Sound with adjustable surround sound angles
- Equalizer [EQ] Presets
- Chat boost and microphone monitor
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Product information
ASIN | B006W41W3M |
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Release date | April 10, 2012 |
Customer Reviews |
4.3 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #83,553 in Video Games (See Top 100 in Video Games) #16 in Xbox 360 Headsets |
Product Dimensions | 8 x 8 x 12 inches; 8.15 ounces |
Type of item | Video Game |
Rated | Rating Pending |
Item model number | TBS-2270-01 |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Item Weight | 8.1 ounces |
Manufacturer | Turtle Beach |
Batteries | 2 AAA batteries required. |
Date First Available | January 11, 2012 |
Item Weight | 231 Grams |
Number Of Items | 1 |
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Turtle Beach Ear Force X42 gaming headset
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The Ear Force X42 puts you in the middle of the action with Dolby Surround Sound and a stunning 3D audio environment.
Powered by a state-of-the-art 2.4/5GHz Dual-Band Wi-Fi radio, the X42 easily coexists with Wi-Fi networks and virtually eliminates wireless interference with other devices. Multiple EQ presets and variable surround sound angles let you customize audio settings for any gaming situation. Its massive 50mm speakers deliver amazing audio fidelity and bone-rattling bass, while its lightweight design and breathable mesh ear cushions provide ultimate comfort.
If you're serious about gaming, then get serious about the sound. Step up to the Ear Force X42 and experience game audio like never before.
At a Glance
- Adjustable Dolby Surround Sound speaker angles
- Interference-free wireless connection via Dual-Band Wi-Fi
- Dynamic Chat Boost prevents teammates from being drowned out
- Microphone Monitor allows you to hear your own voice as you chat
- Designed specifically for Xbox 360
Key Features
view larger view larger view largerTechnological Superiority
Adjust the speaker angles inside your headset to ensure that your 360-degree Dolby Surround Sound audio is fine-tuned to your individual liking.
Ground-Breaking Innovation
Get a static-free wireless connection with Dual-Band Wi-Fi.
Advanced Chat Technology
With Dynamic Chat Boost, chat volume automatically increases as the game volume gets louder so your teammates are never drowned out by sudden explosions.
Deep Immersive Experience
Bass Boost gives your audio a kick in the you-know-what to add depth and realism to the sounds of the game.
Total Control Over Sound
With independent game and chat volumes, turn the game sound up & chat volume down. Or turn the chat up and the game down. The choice is yours.
Voice Level Recognition
Know how people tend to scream when wearing headphones? With Microphone Monitor, now you can hear your voice in your headset so you’re not that person.
Turtle Beach Audio Advantage
The Dolby Surround Sound produced by this headset will ensure that you hear every sound in your game with pitch-perfect 360-degree accuracy. The Ear Force X42 allows you to adjust the angle of each speaker inside the headset so you can fine tune the surround sound audio to your specific individual taste.
Turtle Beach uses Dual-Band Wi-Fi technology to provide a non-static, interference-free connection by navigating to a less crowded bandwidth around all the laptops, tablets, smartphones, microwaves and other wireless devices that compete for space in your home.
The Dolby Surround Sound, adjustable speaker angles and Dual-Band Wi-Fi combine to give you an audio advantage in gaming like no other.
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Customers like the sound quality, value, comfort and ease of use of the video game accessories. They mention that the surround sound is phenomenal, the mic works just as well and that it sits comfortably on their head. They are also satisfied with ease of usage. However, some customers dislike the battery life and performance. Customers disagree on wireless.
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Customers like the sound quality of the video game accessories. They mention that the surround sound is phenomenal, and there is no interference. They also appreciate the dolby surround sound, which allows them to hear guys running up behind them and which side they are on. The options to adjust the sound and speaker settings are also appreciated. Overall, most are happy with the sound performance and recommend it to others.
"...I get crystal clear surround sound from all of the components, though I do find I need to reset the output to 5.1 on the HDMI switch when changing..." Read more
"...The bass on those was actually impressive. These headphones do a very poor job of giving you any punch. After playing more games, I'll update.*..." Read more
"...UPDATE: after two month or ~100 hours of use.Sounds is still great and the the Direction altering button on the transmitter is useful once you..." Read more
"...One of my main problems with the x32's was a constant white noise when there was no sound coming through as well as popping and clicking noise..." Read more
Customers like the quality of the video game accessories. They mention that the mic works well, the range works well for them, and the build quality feels good and solid.
"...They are very quiet!*Microphone is removable!*Range works well for me. I can hear throughout most of my (small) house...." Read more
"...Product - compact, light (not flimsy)..." Read more
"...The plastic this is made from is some of the most durable plastic I have ever seen...." Read more
"...From the other reviews on here I would say that it does a pretty good job at the multi player chatting...." Read more
Customers like the value of the video game accessories. They say it's comfortable and great for the price.
"...When used for their intended purpose, these are awesome headphones for the price and convenience of going wireless...." Read more
"...The build quality for these is also appropriate for the price range...." Read more
"...Build quality. I hate to say it, but these feel definitively cheaper than ALL of the models I've mentioned so far, especially the XP500 branch...." Read more
"...Overall good value for the money." Read more
Customers like the comfort of the Turtle Beaches. They say that the headphones are light, sit comfortably on their head, and do not cause any discomfort. Some customers also mention that they can wear the headphones for hours at a time without having their ears hurt.
"...The sound quality is great, the headphones are comfortable, and overall I am extremely pleased with the product...." Read more
"...Not so with these. When adjusted to my head the strap sits comfortably and snugly on top of my head and the earcups fit well over my ears, though I..." Read more
"...- The headset can get uncomfortable after a couple hours of use; however, this could be because I am not use to wearing them-..." Read more
"...The head band for my average sized head is very comfortable, I have worn for a couple of long gaming session and have had no discomfort, but they..." Read more
Customers find the Xbox 360 Wireless Headphones to be easy to use. They mention that it is very easy to hook up and would recommend it to any 360. They also appreciate the simple design and the great sound quality. The volume control is easy to operate.
"...Setup was fairly easy thanks to the other reviewers who pointed out that you need to wait for the second beep when holding the power button on the..." Read more
"...Product - compact, light (not flimsy), well balanced, easy to set up, over detailed instructions with pictures(which is a good thing I guess)...." Read more
"...When attempting to pair them (I have two sets), one set paired relatively easily (not intuitively though - had to break out the instructions), but..." Read more
"...The instructions are STILL wrong on how to pair them. But a simple youtube video later, you're golden.Overall, I really like them...." Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the wireless of the Xbox One headset. Some mention that the wireless-ness is so much better, the reception is good throughout their room, and the transmitter receives some stray signal when it's off. Others say that the headset constantly loses its wireless signal and the battery life is horrendous.
"...They completely lose signal pretty quickly, and definitely do not have the range that the X32's did...." Read more
"...The sound quality is pretty good considering they are wireless...." Read more
"...they are connected, they are great, but sometimes the transmitter receives some stray signal when it is off from some other source and it turns on..." Read more
"...The reception is good throughout my room usually except sometimes when my leg is in the way...." Read more
Customers are not happy with the battery life of the video game accessories. They say that the headset drains the batteries quickly, and it's annoying when the battery gets low. They also complain that the batteries don't last long, and they have to change them frequently. Some are disappointed that the product didn't come with rechargeable batteries and a charging base.
"...The range is completely acceptable in my opinion. The battery life may be an issue for some, but a couple of sets of rechargeable batteries would be..." Read more
"...They also guzzle batteries like mad...." Read more
"...How quickly it drains the batteries is just unbelievable and has become a major pain. But other than that, the headset performs really as expected." Read more
"...The only con I've found is, it being wireless and requiring AAA batteries to function, it eats batteries for lunch so I suggest investing in some..." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the performance of the video game accessories. For example, they mention that the headsets don't work with their Xbox One, the audio quality is poor, and the mic keeps acting funny. Some complain that the headphones won't turn on the transmitter, and after 2 days they would no longer power up.
"...of this they must be losing their pairing and the headphones won't turn on the transmitter. Usually just means I have to pair them again...." Read more
"...Audio-wise, they barely work with the Xbox One...." Read more
"...Test 2. Unplug DirecTV connection and plug in Xbox. That's when it stopped working. Switched optical inputs and it never worked again...." Read more
"...In addition to that, It apparently does not perform at its best right out of the box...." Read more
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One of my main problems with the x32's was a constant white noise when there was no sound coming through as well as popping and clicking noise anytime I used my cell phone (which was running through wifi).
The X42's COMPLETELY eliminate not only the popping and clicking, but also the annoying white noise.
The sound quality is great, the headphones are comfortable, and overall I am extremely pleased with the product. It is a huge improvement on the X32's.
One issue that popped up is that these have a more limited range than the X32's. I tend to wear these while watching TV that I dont need to actually watch (like the news and other things that can be listened to) while I do things around the house at night. They completely lose signal pretty quickly, and definitely do not have the range that the X32's did.
I was able to partially resolve the problem by placing the transmitter on top of my TV (rather than underneath), but still lose signal after a bit.
I cant knock the company for this though, because these are designed for gaming, not for wandering around the house. Thus, I do not expect to be able to walk around at will without losing signal. When used for their intended purpose, these are awesome headphones for the price and convenience of going wireless.
As to build quality - a noticed some reviewers think that they feel cheap. True, they are very light, and not burly sturdy headphones. However, I do NOT want something heavy sitting on my head. The lightness is a plus in my opinion, and there do not appear to be in tradeoffs in performance.
The headphones are light but I wouldn't call them flimsy like some of the other reviewers have. I find this to be a plus, as I don't enjoy heavy headsets. The microphone base is a bit flimsy though. I can see how that might break with frequent use. I'm typically more gentle with my stuff then most, so hopefully it lasts. The included optical audio cable is a plus. I didn't see that mentioned anywhere. The small base is great. It sits inconspicuously inside my media cabinet with no annoying LEDs until I turn it on. When powered on, the LEDs are noticeable but not overwhelming like some other devices. They fit on my head well. I have a small head and usually have issues with full size headsets not sitting well and sliding around. Not so with these. When adjusted to my head the strap sits comfortably and snugly on top of my head and the earcups fit well over my ears, though I can see how that might be an issue for someone with larger ears than me.
Setup was fairly easy thanks to the other reviewers who pointed out that you need to wait for the second beep when holding the power button on the headphones to pair them with the base. That is definitely NOT in the instructions.
In my setup I have a HD cable box, 3D HD BluRay player, XBox 360 and a Roku2 XS all hooked up via HDMI through a Monoprice 4x1 HDMI switch with both a digital optical and coax audio out. The optical audio for the headphones was a must since I'm using the coax to feed my very old surround sound receiver. I get crystal clear surround sound from all of the components, though I do find I need to reset the output to 5.1 on the HDMI switch when changing channels on the cable box. Sometimes the voice doesn't get picked up by the headphones. pressing the 5.1 button on the switch's remote fixes it. I haven't tried the mic yet on the XBox, but will hopefully get a chance to do that soon.
Overall I am highly pleased with this purchase! I couldn't have asked for a better solution a this price. I hope these last a good long time because there's no way I'm going to be able to live without this sound quality from now on.
Better because:
*They look cooler.
*Dual Band WiFi. There was no interference with my router,
*There was no buzzing, or humming, or noise of any kind. They are very quiet!
*Microphone is removable!
*Range works well for me. I can hear throughout most of my (small) house. Almost got the 30ft they claim.
*The wire to hook up to my controller for chat now will work with my "Chatpad."
*They do a much better job at letting me hear where the noises are coming from.
*Sound quality is good enough to allow you to hear the subtle things you want to hear.
*No more infrared blackout areas if I bend down, or leave the room.
*Uses optical audio cable to deliver 5.1 Surround Sound
*No more faulty/crackling/noisy microphone to controller connecter that plagued the x3's.
No different because:
*Sound quality is no better than the old x3'a. I thought it would be much better. But it is hard to tell any difference.
*They feel about the same quality. Not too bad, but certainly a lot of plastic. Not a major problem though. They don't feel flimsy or feel like they'll break.
Worse because:
*The bass on these is for sure worse than my old x3's. The bass on those was actually impressive. These headphones do a very poor job of giving you any punch. After playing more games, I'll update.
*The bass boost or treble boost give only a very subtle change.
*The instructions are STILL wrong on how to pair them. But a simple youtube video later, you're golden.
Overall, I really like them. And when I picked them up at $120... they weren't so bad of a deal. Whenever I am in an online battle, I never really like the bass up too much, so I can hear the more important sounds. I would recommend them for sure for anyone who is looking for a good inexpensive gaming headset.
UPDATE(11/28/2015): Just wanted to add, that these are compatable with Xbox One. With the original Xbox One controller, you need an adapter, but with the new one, you don't. I've had these headphones now for about 2 years. I still like them! Battery life is really good. They sound nice and are still surviving life with two children. The foam over the microphone is on there tight and is still there. The foam on my old x3's fell of quickly. Great for gaming, great for music. Really nice headphones, and for $99, that's not bad. They can be a bit finicky though. They don't seem to like weak rechargeable batteries. When they start to beep to let me know the batteries are low, sometimes they will start to squeal at me. It's really the worst sound in the world, I can't even begin to describe it. They stop responding and the squeal won't stop until I pull out the batteries. This is a behavior that Turtle Beach knows of, and they do blame the batteries. Just an inconvenience. Also, when they are connected, they are great, but sometimes the transmitter receives some stray signal when it is off from some other source and it turns on randomly. After a few times of this they must be losing their pairing and the headphones won't turn on the transmitter. Usually just means I have to pair them again. Just an inconvenience. So for the price the inconveniences are minor and are usually pretty rare. Still a great set of headphones, just wish they wouldn't scream that awful sound at me. I lose sleep over it.
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The headset is super easy to hook up, you'll have it working within 2 minutes of unboxing. Just make sure you have the proper optical out port on either your tv or your xbox. Older Xboxs such as mine don't have the optical port.
Sound quality is good, but you can tell that it's simulated surround sound and not TRUE surround sound. If you're playing games online and are looking to be able to hear the direction of footsteps, gun shots etc these probably aren't the best headphones you can get. Still better than stereo but like I said, not True surround sound.
There is an effects button that allows you to cycle through different EQ presets such as High bass, high treble, high mid and mixes between. Which is neat, and as mentioned in other reviews I didn't hear a pick of interference from any of my wifi devices.
Anyways, great product. Feels good on your head. Good price, and hey it's wireless. Sure there are better surround sound headsets, but not for this price
Build quality is great and connections fit very tightly so no disconnects when moving around.
Sound quality is very good and really improves the gaming experience.
The mode select on the headphones is, unfortunately, too easy to press if adjusting the headset.
Update: After over a year of use I'm still happy with the headset and its performance.