Logitech - G635 Wired 7.1 Surround Sound Gaming Headset for PC with LIGHTSYNC RGB Lighting - Black/Blue

The Logitech G635 is a gaming headset that is designed with PC gamers in mind. The headset is comfortable and can be worn for extended play sessions. The design is slightly bulky, but not a major complaint. The headset connects to your gaming device either through a USB or 3.5mm cable. Most of the features of this headset require the use of the USB cable. The 7.1 surround sound, microphone mute and volume control buttons, as well as the 3 programmable buttons all need the USB connection to function at all. Unfortunately, this means that while using the 3.5mm cable as the connection on the Xbox and PS4 controllers and the Nintendo Switch system itself, you lose access to these features. So while playing on console, you get a fairly bare bones experience. The sound is good, but lacking when missing the surround sound, and the inability to mute your microphone or change the volume can be frustrating. Which is why I say this is probably best suited for PC gamers who will be using the USB connector. I highly recommend it as a mid-range gaming headset. If you plan on using this primarily via 3.5mm cable for console gaming, just know that you will be giving up most of the advertised features of the headset.

PROs: - Let's get this out of the way up front; the surround sound effect really is QUITE convincing and effective; sound-source localization and panning/movement was consistent and individual sound sources were easily distinguishable from surrounding dialog, effects, music, etc.--definitely recommended for creating an immersive gaming experience! - No USB dongle or headphone/mic splitter cable to keep track of--a single-wire USB connection to the headphone is all that's needed for the PC to see a 7.1-enabled device - Construction seems very solid and reassuring for an all-plastic set of cans; the cable is braided and the earcups fold smoothly and nearly flat to make storage a bit less problematic than some competitor's models - The boom mic becomes almost completely invisible when folded back up into the left earcup's housing--this creates the same clean, uncluttered lines as a completely removable boom mic without the frustration of having to keep track of that extra part - Once the boom mic is folded down from the earcup, a short, somewhat flexible extension is available to better position the mic for voice capture - Nice usability flourishes for those who use voice/chat--the LEDs momentarily changed color when the mic was muted/unmuted and in-ear tones also differentiated between mute and unmute when deploying/restoring the mic - Voice/chat intelligibility actually seemed high according to my online teammates--further acoustical tweaks for noise cancellation were also available in the accompanying G Hub software - Speaking of which, G-Hub integration was seamless--I could immediately customize lighting zones (back lighting strips and 'G' logos on each earcup) and effects, EQ curves and presets, onboard button behavior (cycle surround settings, activate game profiles, change lighting effects, etc.), and synchronize the lighting effects themselves (colors, pattern cycle, breathing, etc.) across the headphones and my other Logitech peripherals (currently the G Pro Wireless and G903 Wireless mice) - Includes a separate 3.5mm cable to use with a game console or other portable device (though in this mode, no surround, lighting, or onboard controls/volume are functional) - Sport-mesh coverings across the underside of the headband and over the earcups didn't seem to trap body heat at all even after several hours of gaming--earpads themselves are also removable and washable (very nice touch to help increase longevity/usability) - The stylized, trapezoidal earcups and openings were actually large enough and anatomically angled well enough to accommodate what I would assume is a "typical" ear--in my case, the earcups were fully circumaural and did well to isolate most of the outside world! - I think you'll be pleasantly surprised at the musicality of the G635; though they give up just a bit in detail and articulation up high, especially when compared to a really good set of planars or higher-end dynamic driver cans, the hefty/beefy lows and low-mids still came off as "full-bodied" rather than muddy or bloated...though I wouldn't use them as daily drivers, I think they would be fine for most non-critical music listening/streaming CONs: - I really wanted to like these cans, but my chief complaint is the rather high clamping force I experienced during use--not sure that will abate over time given their sturdy build quality, but I found the inward pressure to be intrusive and even uncomfortable--I HIGHLY encourage you to audition the G635, especially if you have a larger head (though my hat size is only 7 5/8" so I don't think my noggin in freakishly/uncommonly large) - Along these same lines, the underside of the headband (and the earpads) are cushioned, but it doesn't feel like Logitech went with cushy memory foam--I personally found the foam choice kind of hard and a bit unyielding--that MAY change over time as these parts wear/break in, but at least at the outset, the top of my head had some noticeable "hot spots" after only 20-30 minutes of use - The other major complaint I have concerns the usability of the onboard controls--the Aztec-style angular buttons all feel pretty much identical along the backside of the left earcup--though it's great that you can customize what some of those buttons do in the G-Hub, it was virtually impossible to tell any of them apart just by feel so I was constantly doing things like cycling the LED lighting while looking for the EQ button, or muting the mic while fiddling for the surround toggle...differently shaped buttons, or raised dots for each button, rather than slightly embossed lettering you can't see on the back/read in the dark anyway, would have improved the user experience SO much - Note that unlike last year's iteration of the G Series headsets, these completely do away with giving you the choice of Dolby or DTS in favor of just DTS Headphone:X 2.0 for all 3D positional audio. Though I personally felt DTS sounded just a bit more enveloping with a larger 3D sound field than Dolby, sometimes Dolby 3D just sounded a little better, especially in less frantic/action-oriented games, with less reverb or obvious sounds of "processing" in the effects channels (obviously this sort of preference is going to be highly personal) - The mic is SO well integrated into the headset that it's actually very difficult to find with a single hand without having to resort to clawing at the front of the earcup to find the little indent at the tip of the mic - Speaking of the mic, it folds straight out from the earcup but stops at just a bit more than 90 degrees which, at least for me, put the mic just a tad too high up for my tastes--the boom ended up sitting just near my upper lip rather than below/beside my mouth; it didn't seem to have much of an impact on voice quality, but it lent itself to feeling just a bit "cramped" when deployed because I could see the mic along my lower line of sight - You get the headphones and two cables in the box--that's it...no bag, no case, not even a branded velcro strap for the unused cable--not a deal-breaker, but at this price point, it would have been nice to have a little something just to keep the extra bits organized Summary review: Bottom line, there's not much to get really excited about here UNLESS you're a PC gamer. Sure, the G635 will do the Switch, XBox, Playstation, DAP, etc...but only as a set of plain vanilla stereo headphones...the onboard LED lighting, customizable controls, inline volume, 3D positional audio, etc...basically everything that makes these cans shine...will only work on a PC (Mac, too, though I couldn't test that one myself) with the G-Hub software installed. Assuming that's going to be you--you might really like what Logitech has dished up this year. As a positional audio PC gaming headset, these cans actually do their job very well. The 3D soundfield is indeed expansive, engaging, and convincing, though I do miss the inclusion (and therefore choice) of Dolby's 3D audio solution as well. Last year's G933 wireless and the G430 wired (each of which I owned at one time) allowed the user to toggle between Dolby and DTS positional audio for real-time comparisons of the two formats--a missed opportunity, especially when you consider we're pricing/operating at the upper end of the G Series headset line. The extra LED flair is definitely engineered with the gamer in mind and is certainly cool to look at, especially when flashing/changing in sync with another Logitech mouse or keyboard. Just note that the LED color zones on these headphones are only visible to those around and behind you while they're actually in use--the logos illuminate out to the sides, and the LED strips only run along the back of the earcups. For non-gaming use, this headset delivers more than respectable performance. I personally found that stereo was more pleasing than simulated surround for 2-channel sources, even for music that would seem to lend itself well to added ambience/environmental effects (i.e. live concert recordings). Just note that you're asking a gaming headset to pull double-duty--they get the job done with some warmth and bloom down low without being overly boomy--I suspect the bass-heads out there will actually quite dig the G635's sound signature (which, of course, can be further tweaked to taste with some preset and custom EQ options right in the G-Hub software). Oh, and for what it's worth, the G-Hub's DTS "Super Stereo Mode" includes 3 options for further acoustic customization...none of which I could tell the difference between even after multiple, quiet room, eyes-closed auditions of several songs/movie soundtracks--your mileage may vary! Where these primarily fell short for me was in comfort and ergonomics. My head isn't all that big (I don't think), but I found the G635 to be fatiguing and uncomfortable after only modest amounts of use due to high clamping force; those with smaller heads might feel completely different. Given all that these phones do RIGHT, and that fit and comfort are very personal experiences anyway, my advice is to audition the G635s at a local Best Buy to see if they feel right for you. I also encourage you to run your fingers along the front and back edges of the left earcup to see if you have the same issues deploying the boom mic and locating a specific button as I did. Obviously these usability issues might get better with more practice and experience, but I always value a product that is immediately usable/intuitive right out of the box. Again, your experience may be different than mine which is why I still cautiously recommend this headset for someone in the market for a gaming headset.

Logitech G635 7.1 Headphones. My least favorite reviews are the ones that say, “Go and buy this (or not buy this).” It’s not helpful, and why should I believe you, anyway. So, with that said, I’m trying to restrain myself, but these headphones from Logitech are just nuts, for all kinds of reasons. But, most importantly, they sound great and do wicked surround tricks. I wouldn’t believe it if I hadn’t been listening to these headphones for hours. SETUP: [I’m using a MacBook Pro Laptop. For use with Game Consoles or Windows, you’re going to need to refer to other reviews.] First, you need to understand that just plugging these into your computer and playing a movie or music or game will absolutely work fine with no other effort; be sure to set the slide switch on the headphones to either 3.5mm or USB so you get sound. But, this isn’t surround sound; not yet. For actual surround (well, at least on a recent MacBook Pro laptop computer), you need to do some more work with settings in both the Logitech G HUB App (download G Hub App and replace Gaming App if that’s already there) and also change your “device for sound output” in your System’s SOUND settings. And, you need a media source (movie, music, game) that was sound encoded with surround sound. There are many many more settings within the G Hub App you can adjust. Headphone lighting effects, colors, sound profiles, equalization, various profiles you can select from buttons on the headphones, and probably other stuff I didn’t play with. But, again, you don’t have to do anything here, other than make sure “surround is enabled” in the AUDIO menu if that is what you want. PERFORMANCE: For my preliminary testing with familiar material I wandered over to the DTS headphone DEMO web page where they offer a selection of movie trailers properly surround encoded. This was very useful during my setup, because various settings were easily tested and verified. I watched — and listened — to every one of the trailers. I was also able to easily compare against several of my favorite earbuds and pro headphones. The difference was night and day, always favoring the Logitech G635 when I focused on the sound field, the special effects, the ability to locate sounds around my head while in surround mode. Voices were a bit trickier. The increased emphasis on lower end bass and the 3D presentation of voices in the broader sound mix was sometimes too different from my expectations. Always listenable, not always preferable. Keep in mind, however, these differences were NOT because of the sound quality of the headphones; they were very neutral when DTS surround was turned off. The headphones did not add or subtract from the sound quality of anything I listened to. The DTS surround processing was the culprit and/or benefactor. But, let’s be honest here, and acknowledge that these are primarily gaming headphones, where the G635s surround features simply blow away regular audio headphones. They are always fun, mostly comfortable for lengthy periods, and have a mic, lighting, and easily accessed controls for gamers. I suppose they could be a bit more polished, with nicer materials. They have more obvious plastic than I’m used to, but also much less expensive than I usually spend. Eh, so what. Too much fun. SUMMARY: What a wild ride. These are a lot of fun and they present great value for the gamer. And now you have surround headphones for other media. Sure, I’ll say it . . . go buy these.

Amazing sound quality with multiple buttons on Headphones that can be changed to do other things to help gamers like myself be more comfortable and make it easier to change sound profiles is wonderful. the ear pads are very comfortable although not the most comfortable I found that they're the most adjustable especially when having them rest on your neck when talking to someone outside of the game it was really neat. The extendable mic. blew me away because there wasn't aware that it was capable of doing that and of course having a bigger head it's very easy to adjust the length of the headphones by far my favorite and best headphones I've ever tried or had thank you Logitech!

This is a comfortable set of headphones and they fit really nicely for longer periods. They look fantastic out of the box and it's an upscale look of quality. I love the cushioned fit on the ear piece and the top of the headband. Never feels like it's digging into me at all. The colors can be customized to your suiting and it's able to be done with the Logitech site. It was a bit cumbersome to go through the process of setting up an account and getting the product recognized, but once I did it all I was cool with it. The buttons on the side can be customized and everything can be done at a one touch click and it's convenient. The microphone can be flipped down when you want to chat, and flipped up when you're ready to mute your chat. Easy to use. The scroll wheel on the left cup is great to access volume easily up and down. The headset can be used via USB on the computer and the sound is high quality and it sounds fantastic. I also have been using the 3.5mm jack for listening to my iPhone via the 3.5mm port. This headset really cranks out crisp and clear sound and I've loved every second of it. Streaming music, watching movies, and playing video games has been an amazing experience. Comfortable on my head and sound that truly surrounds you.

Got these supercool headphones for my game who is a PC gamer. She loves it so much, changes it colors coding lights almost every week and the sound quality is just amazing. The mike blends in the headphones and really cool to operate.

This headset is awesome, I love them! It’s got a pretty good fit & feel to them with great sound! I pretty much use them for gaming on my pc. They make you look cool wearing them too.

I am once again, very very pleased with my decision to purchase Logitech! One thing is for sure, they never seem to let me down! Always worth the money!