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Aimed squarely at budget gamers, it is safe to say the new Corsair HS50 headset has impressed me greatly.
Considering its price of just £55, it is very well built – using a combination of metal and plastic, it feels rigid and strong, and definitely able to cope with one or two knocks.
It is also nice and comfortable, with soft ear cushions and just enough padding on the headband to ensure there are no pressure points on the top of your head.
Sound quality is particularly impressive, though, when we factor in the price. The bass is punchy but not overbearing, mids are pretty clear and unobscured, while the detail in the high-end is actually excellent considering this is a budget gaming headset.
The last area to touch on is the mic – it obviously isn't a world-beater, but the clarity is good and your teammates will be able to hear you just fine, so I can't really complain too much.
For me, that all adds up to create one mighty fine headset. It's obviously not the best headset out there, but for just £55 I don't think you can get better than this. Well done Corsair – for us, the HS50 is the new go-to budget headset.
You can buy one from Overclockers UK for £54.95 HERE.
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Pros
- Affordable.
- Good build quality and comfort.
- Looks good.
- On-ear controls.
- Sounds quality is impressive, particularly the detail in the high-end.
- Mic is also decent.
Cons
- Ear cushions aren't removable.
KitGuru says: Corsair has created an excellent gaming headset in the HS50. If you have less than £60 to spend, this is the best gaming headset out there.
