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Arctic have used the same gray and black colour scheme for the P321 as they used with the P521. But the P321 is much simpler in design, probably a result of only having two driver units rather than the small army of them that is contained within the P521; we think this gives it a lot more aesthetic appeal.
The construction of the P321 feels a lot more solid than the P531, probably a result of removing the complicated hinges. The plastics that Arctic have used aren't the best we've experienced but most headsets we look at are more than twice the price of the P321.
The earpads are of an over-ear design and are covered in something that resembles faux-leather. They do a great job of isolating background noise – something I noticed when I saw the phone ringing but could not hear it! The underside of the headband is also covered in a very similar material.
We are glad to see that Arctic have implemented a retractable microphone rather than the oversized rotating microphone that comes attached to the P531. The sound produced is quite acceptable in terms of quality and we only noticed one incidence of distortion during our tests which we couldn't repeat.
Like the P531, the P321 features an in-line control. This lets us alter volume and mute the speakers and microphone, pause and skip between tracks and finally alter the bass level (more on this later). This is a great addition and, unlike the P531, isn't positioned inconveniently far down the cable. The lengthy 2.5m cable will be appropriate for some users but we would have liked to seen a shorter cable and extension cable.
Looks great, killer value for the product quailty
Good review Henry, seems to be a bargain for the price. Really like their headphones. shall order a pair
Excellent review, I think ill order a set of these myself when I find a local store who has them.
Fantastic review Henry – for such a low price these should sell bucketloads.
Only thing that concerns me is that they might fall apart after a while
The big question on everyones lips is, do they feel like they could last a reasonably long time?
I have been waiting for a review of these for ages!! Great value headset, ordering a pair now.
Excellent, the 5 series is a good price too, but this is just a must have purchase at the price.
Very impressed with these, I dont care if they fall apart in a year, at this price who cares.
What surprises me is that they actually look really nice too, I was expecting something fugly, but its not the case.
Good review Henry Butt and these appear to be another winner from the far eastern gadget makers 😉
Man, this is great. I need a cheap pair of headphones with good sound quality for my online matches. I just am concerned these might not be made that great to last. id like them to last a few years. My kid brother uses my headphones and he isnt the most gentle of people. Do you think they could stand up to some abuse from a careless kid?
The build quality isn’t at all bad… they feel pretty substantial and should last a year or two no problems.