Customer Ratings & Reviews

Awesome, love being able to connect phone and pc at once

Great sound quality with a plastic head band, specifically chose this one because in looking at them they appeared to have a metal headband with all the other features I was looking for. Needless to say the head band has broken. Tried to find a replacement for it on the Corsair website and was unable to even find the headset on their website

Nice quality but poor audio and mic compared to the XT

For a flagship headset it’s awful. Mic quality is horrible, incredibly uncomfortable compared to their other models like the XT. Crazy that Corsair could make this as bad as they did when “lower tier” virtuoso models (XT, SE, RGB) have great mic quality and leatherette cushions. Better off picking up one of those.

I normally love Corsair products and have owned two other Virtuoso headsets. I wanted to love this headset for the features and improved drivers. However, after 30 min of playing, it was clamping so bad I already had a headache. I tried using my chair to hold the headset open overnight to reduce the clamping force. It worked a little but was still way too uncomfortable. My friends also said the microphone was much worse than my previous Virtuoso XT. For all these reasons I had to return it.

These headsets come packed in a very nice case. The only drawback they will only fit in it with the boom mic removed and the earmuffs have to be turned to lay flat in the pre-fit grooves. This keeps them well protected, but you will have to remove the mic each time they are packed up. Ease of use is very good, and it only took about 2 hours for them to fully charge out of the box. Once you connect the Max wireless receiver to a USB port on a PC, the headset instantly connectes. You also have the option to dual connect via Bluetooth if you would like to have them connected to your phone as well. It is highly recommended to download the iCUE Corsair app as soon as you start using. This will check and install firmware updates and allows a full range of customization. The ring lights on the side can be changed to multiple colors and set to static or changing. I really like the SoundID function. This walks you through step by step listening to different sounds and clicking when you can no longer hear a specific frequency. It takes about 10 minutes, and you get a perfectly tailored sound quality to your specific earing. The earmuffs are very comfortable, and the head piece is cushioned for extended wear. It is overall a little heavy, but not enough to cause discomfort. The mic easily connects into a USB slot and is fully adjustable. There is a mute button that easy to get to and the tip lights up white when on and red when off. Volume is controlled by twisting the entire ring on the left earmuff. Noise cancelling can be turned on or off and there is a big difference when it enabled. Outside noise is blocked out almost completely and you can barely hear someone talking loud right next to you. Gaming sounds are great, and you can easily hear enemy footsteps and which direction they are coming. It really gives an edge on the competition. They work great talking wirelessly connected to your phone as well and the mic pics up clearly. They seem made well enough to last for a long period of heavy use. Battery life is pretty good and should last most moderate gamers several days between charges.

Corsair Virtuoso Max is a great wireless headset with just a few drawbacks - mainly being comfort and some software bugs. I will be getting into all that in this review. Unboxing/setup: The headset is nicely tucked in its own traveling case upon unboxing, and next to the case you will also find the detachable microphone and USB-C. You will want to install iCUE for all further setup. Design: Perhaps the best looking headset… ever? For me it is. It’s a brilliant mix of minimalist design that still looks premium. It’s mostly made of metal and the rest is a mix of plastic/fabric. You have all your usual controls on the sides and there’s even a play/next/pause slider that I don’t see very often. The ear cups also have a volume control, but it’s rather slow to rotate so I haven’t used it much. The microphone can be detached. Oh and there’s RGB for some reason on a headset :p Weight/comfort: My scale is a bit tricky, but it comes out to around 420-430g. It doesn’t feel too heavy and for the first few minutes my head feels totally fine, but after only 30 minutes SHARP pain can be felt. My head gets used to it and it’s still usable, but wow it can almost ruin the whole headset. Battery life: Very good for a Corsair headset! Used for a week and only dropped about 25-30% Wireless: Not once did the connection drop during my testing and it has a very long range! It’s really awesome being able to move room to room while talking to my mates online. Sound quality: Out of the box I was honestly very disappointed with the sound as it sounded very flat and bland. I turned on a software feature called SoundID which measured my hearing and preference and wow did it sound amazing after that! I kept it on and it’s great for music listening especially! For games I still recommend turning on the regular EQ and messing around with that. There is also Dolby Atmos support. I just have 1 issue with the sound and that is that sometimes out of nowhere the volume will decrease itself across the board by like 25% which is usually solved by a system restart. This could be a software bug. Microphone: Tested with my friend who said I sounded really good with basically no background noise (vacuum and fan test) this was all on stock settings, but you may want to tweak it if you find the suppression too aggressive Software: iCUE isn’t the best but I had no problem setting everything up and updating it. Sometimes it’s an issue for me on their keyboards/mice, but it went more smoothly in this case. I can easily recommend the Corsair Virtuoso Max if you’re in the market for a sleek premium wireless headset that delivers in so many aspects. I just wish the comfort was better as that was almost a dealbreaker, I recommend trying it on if it’s on display. Pros: Traveling case Design Sound quality Microphone quality Flawless wireless Cons: Comfort Volume bug

Everything was perfect but it stopped working after one month. BestBuy was a terrible after-service.

Good quality but wayyyy to heavy and buly to be comfortable

I have never heard a set of headphones with a worse sounding "microphone sidetone"... Meaning being able to actually hear your own voice (critical for gamers playing online). No excuse to have a $330 pair of headphones have such horrible sounding "mic monitoring". I searched online and it looks like this is a pretty common problem this line of headphones has. Returning these immediately.

These don't hurt your ears as much as the Virtuoso XT and although they improved comfort, after a few hours they hurt. The mic is terrible and the sidetone for hearing yourself while gaming is the worst I have ever tested. The look and feel is premium but the Astro a50 still sound better and feel better. I will be returning these headphones, they did not last a day in my house.

Love the headset, but died after 2 months :( now i have to file an RMA to corsair...

For over 300 you get a cool looking headset, but really its not as good as it seems. The side tones has you sounding like a robot. The noise canceling doesnt really work since the ear mufs are fabric. And over all its just not there. For over 300 bucks. I better get a perfect headset.

These wireless gaming headphones are the future. Fully customizable when downloading the app. You can customize the colors around the headphones and the way they are displayed. You can set the tone, and color scheme. The sound is great but could be better. It could use more bass and maybe more volume. The headphones come with an attachable microphone. While in use there were no issues of other players hearing me. The set of headphones comes with a nice storage bag. Uses a USB-C port to charge. Manufacturer states the battery can last up to 60 hrs in one full charge and 6 hrs with 15 minutes of charge. The headphones are compatible with any PC, mobile, or gaming console. The headphones are very comfortable, they have plenty of cushioning around the ears and along the headframe. The noise cancellation on these headphones are solid. It also features Dolby atmos spatial audio which is great while playing shooter games. Overall, the sound and quality of these headphones are great. With fully customizable lights, these are great for any gamer looking to upgrade their headphones.

This headset would be perfect but it sounds like your in a box if you use game chat or discord If they would fix the sidetone it would be 5 stars i returned them from the astro a50 5th gen

The Corsair Virtuoso Max wireless headset is fine for anyone who wants professional gaming headphones that feel awesome and can connect to multiple different devices (speaking as an intensive PC-Gamer™ with several other gaming corsair products at home as other brands' headsets, testing the product for a full week). Information for purchasers during unboxing: I would like to say that this is my final (re-written) opinion. In the first version of my review, I had no idea where the manual or any information about the headphones was since no instruction booklet was included. A lot of my first impressions revolved around this and it wasn’t until I found out that the manual was available by scanning a QR code on the inside of the box (which I had not found before) that I needed to change things. If I had not looked back at the box or had thrown it out before using my headphones like most consumers would, I would have missed some very crucial information on how these things worked, including some information about the importance of updating the firmware. If there was an actual paper booklet or anything other than a QR code hidden on the bottom of the box, I would not have to go through this. But after the software update and using it for about a week, I can say that the experience is significantly better, however, there are still some features that I am still not too happy with. First off, when you open the box, you are greeted by the wonderful black leather carrying case, the safety information, and the warranty. The carrying case is nice and sturdy which gives me a nice peace of mind if I want to bring this on vacation. When you open the case you get the charging USB type C to USB type A wire, the wireless stick that you plug into your computer if you don’t want to use Bluetooth (or it’s not available in your device), the detachable microphone that connects with a USB type C, and the headphones themself. With great aesthetics, the headphones look to be made out of quality materials and are very comfortable to wear. On the left side, there is a slider to change it from off, wireless mode, and Bluetooth mode, as well as the plug for the microphone. Before I get to the other side, I just want to say, at least for me, the idea of having a microphone that can be separated from the headset just seems to be a recipe for losing and/or breaking things. On the right side, there is a button that can be customized and can also turn on the noise canceling mode, a slider to go to your previous or next song, and the charging port. On the outside of each earmuff, there are dials that on the left, control volume, and on the right, the dial can be customized, just like the button. On the box, there are a couple of very key features that Corsair would like you to know about. First off, it says that there is active noise canceling and I could say that it works pretty good, in a limited capacity. You see, the headphones have three modes: transparency, normal, and noise canceling. Transparency mode makes it easier to hear anything around you, normal mode changes nothing, and noise-canceling makes everything sound a little bit quieter, which just barely counts as noise-canceling. The headsets also come with 50 mm Graphene audio drivers that supposedly “produce incredibly clear, accurate sound”. Now I don’t know if I have been tainted with bad audio quality, but whenever I initially put these headphones on, the audio seems extremely muffled for some reason. Now, this is without any of the firmware that Corsair urges you to download, so after reading the online manual, I downloaded software, did everything it said, and nothing really changed. The iCue firmware allows you to change different settings about your headphones like sound quality, what the buttons do, and how the LEDs on the ears appear. Honestly, I don’t really think I’ll use it. Finally, on the box, it says, “Call out commands clearly over a broadcast-grade omni-directional mic.” If you read that having absolutely no idea what that means or even why it is necessary, I am in the exact same boat as you. Why would you ever need a microphone that captures audio that comes from multiple directions when that same microphone is attached to your face and is going to be pointed at your mouth? It seems completely useless. Now, some of these features aren’t the worst and actually make the experience great for anyone who needs it. As I said before, the headphones have a slider on the left that turns it off, goes into wireless mode, and goes into Bluetooth mode. This makes these headphones amazingly versatile and perfect for any situation. The wireless mode requires you to plug the wireless stick into your computer which makes things beautifully simple. And if you are using anything that doesn’t have a USB type A plug or your computer had all of its USB plugs taken up, you can use the Bluetooth feature which works great. Another feature I find extremely helpful is the battery life. On the box, it says that it can last up to 60 hours and I can tell from experience that it is no joke. I have been able to use these headphones for days on end without needing to worry about the battery life at all. Another thing that you won’t find on the box, but something I specifically find helps is the range of these. I usually find myself having some music or a podcast on in the background while I go around and do other things so not needing to worry about being in the range of my computer is so useful for me. All in all, I think these headphones are great to use and are very comfortable, but I feel like there should have been a little more thought put into customers' experience or some features completely cut out for the sake of not wasting time and energy. I think that for the price, these headphones don’t have the expected quality-price ratio.

I have been fortunate enough to have a lot of experience with several really nice high end gaming headphones over the last decade. So even though I do not consider myself any sort of “audiophile” I do think I have a more informed opinion of headphones than most. I knew I was going to write a review for these when I got them, so the first couple days I wrote down a series of words as they popped into my head while I tested my Virtuoso Max out. My list is heavy, tight, powerful, booming, clear, 3-D, and stays connected. So let me expand a bit on that on what I think are ultimately really good headphones. First impressions were solid. It feels very well built physically. The slide adjustments have several settings that click into place and the largest size is even more than my oversized dome requires. It has a tight stiff feel to it relative to other headphones I have used. I actually was a bit worried that the cup padding wasn’t going to be soft enough as the headphones themselves clamp down fairly firm. The foam padding isn’t that thick and these are the heaviest headphones I think I have ever owned, but fortunately I had no issues with any discomfort. The rest of the box contains the mic, dongle, charging cable, and a pretty decent carrying case. First I connected it to my PS5 to play a little Elden Ring and I thought it performed very well. The sound was excellent, particularly the deeper bass sounds. I was also able to track things in 3D space around me very well. I then moved on to try it out on my PC. I already had the iCUE software installed and it worked immediately once I plugged in the dongle. I listened to some music, watched some movie clips and listened to a podcast. Everything sounded excellent. Next I connected my phone via BT which is when I discovered perhaps my favorite feature. There is a dial on each side to control volume. One controls the volume for the BT connection; the other side controls the connection via the dongle. You can have both connected and playing at the same time with independent volume controls, very nice. The range is good as I could go anywhere in my house and went at least 50 feet away, down a hallway and behind a door. I also have no complaints about the battery life as it seems to be at least the 60 hours claimed. The microphone sounds really good and the active noise cancelling (ANC) is excellent. I called my friend when the complex gardener was just outside my window making some rather loud noise and we had a lovely conversation. I also appreciate the visual indicator of a red or white light at the end of the mic to let you know when it turned on or off. All in all I really like the sound of these headphones. Though I don’t really care, my girlfriend loves that she can change the color of the RGB lights on the outside of the ear cups. I think some people might have some discomfort with the weight and tightness of these, even though I had no problems. Every feature has met my expectations for high end gaming headphones in this price range. I would absolutely recommend them to a friend.

When it comes to headphones, I don't care if it is for games or listening to music. What I do care is audio quality. That's where this VIRTUOSO MAX excels and I'm happy that it does, especially considering its price point. The bass sounds spectacular and in some games, terrifying - I say that in a good way and based on my experience with explosions in a game, it felt like breaking the sound barrier, especially when it was set the to booster mode. Subtle sounds are clear and helps with immersing in the game. The microphone is very sensitive and the output very clear with only one exception. Not that it matters to a lot of people, but looks do matter to me. I say that because, I like its design. It doesn't scream GAME when you look at it. That means that you can use it to listen to music through your phone without looking weird as long as the RGB lights are not on. Speaking of phones, you can connect it to yours using Bluetooth and the quality is still very good. However, I found that it is not the best option when connecting to my gaming PC. Every now and then, I would experience some clicks and other static noises and people on the other side sometimes wouldn't understand me. Those issues disappeared when I switched to the included wireless dongle. Maybe the Bluetooth issue is because of the 5.0 version in my computer. One feature that I really like, especially when flying, is noise cancellation. However, I don't look for that in a gaming headset, but this one has that capability. While I still prefer my Sony WH-1000XM4 to listen to music or take with me on a flight, it performs fairly well and it is nice to have some noise canceling in a gaming headset like this. As for comfort which is just as important as audio quality to me, it is well above average, but after two hours or so, I felt it rather uncomfortable. To clarify, I never found one that I could say that was comfortable longer than that. Most people would probably find it very comfortable even for an extended period of time. Overall, my impression is that it has an excellent quality with ATMOS and very good bass, the software is very intuitive, and comfort is great for about a couple of hours. It's easy to recommend. Not getting five stars, but it is a solid 4+.

I am a big fan of the Corsair Virtuoso Max Wireless Gaming Headset. They come in a beautiful leather-like zippered storage case. The setup consists of charging them to 100% with the included 5.9 foot USB_C to USB-A and you can do that directly from your PC if you choose. Plug the wireless USB receiver into your PC and download the iCUE app. From there you will download several updates for both the receiver and the headphones themselves. Be prepared, because these all take a bit of time. I am all about the sound, so next I did the Sonarworks Sound ID personalization test. This tests your hearing through numerous measurements so the software can customize the sound specifically to you. This headset is not just for the PC gamer, but also for PS4 & PS5, mobile devices and Mac. You can easily switch between the wireless receiver and Bluetooth with the flip of a switch on the headset. You can even use the wireless receiver and Bluetooth at the same time, if you have a graphics card that will support that. I love the separate volume control on these - you control audio for the USB receiver via a ring on the left ear cup and the Bluetooth sound is controlled by a ring on the right ear cup. The 2.4GHz wireless receiver provides outstanding big, crisp and clear immersive sound for your gaming conquests. You can also connect via Bluetooth for your music, apps, etc. I connected these headphones to my phone to listen to music and I have to say the sound quality was less than expected, and actually, it was quite flat. However connecting via Bluetooth to my PC for music was quite better. But connecting via the USB receiver is the absolute best for sound - crazy good and I feel that immersion. It wraps all around me bringing me in. That is how it sounds with my PC gaming - immersive. I can hear sounds all around me when playing games and I truly feel that gives me an advantage - I can hear things before I see them. That may be due to the Dolby Atmos and of course the sound personalization. There are many other personalizations that can be made via the iCUE app too. The colors on the ear cups can be adjusted in so many patterns. It actually looks pretty cool, but of course I can't see it while playing and it uses up the charge much more quickly so that expected up to 60 hour charge won't hold true. And of course that is also where you will find the sound personalization test as well as several other settings you can adjust. The headphones are fairly comfortable for me though they are somewhat heavy and they squeeze my eyeglasses around my ears. But it's not something I can't live with. The Corsair Virtuoso Max Wireless Gaming Headset is a great headset for PC gaming. I would absolutely recommend these without question for those looking to upgrade their gaming toolset. These are not making me win more often, unfortunately, but they are making losing more enjoyable! I just have to keep playing to get better and these headphones are a great tool to help me do just that.

Not too long ago, I got the Virtuoso Max designed for the Xbox system(s). And absolutely loved it! Since I have been playing Diablo IV on PC, I wanted a second headset dedicated to my Diablo PC runs. This is where this Virtuoso comes into play. But something feels “off” about this headset in terms of getting the same awesome sound experience that I experienced with my Xbox Virtuoso headset. Package and Set-Up: The headset comes with a hardshell carrying case, the headset, a detachable mic, and USB dongle, and a USB-C cable. You can technically start pairing the headset right out of the box, but I suggest that you fully charge it first just to be on the safe side. Go to the Corsair site and download the iCUE program that allows you to personalize your listening experience. There is an optional Sound ID feature that tests your hearing while adjusting the results to your listening levels. There is an equalizer that has a few presets such as FPS, Cinema, etc. It is up to you to discover what works for your ears. You can also (via PC) customize your Dolby sound experience. There are also RGB light options for the lights that line the outside of each earcup. You have the option to turn this off completely but I prefer the alluring pulse of the lights. Sound: When the Virtuoso works, it really delivers an insane audio experience. I run a Rogue build in Diablo IV, and hearing the barrage of arrows destroy the crowd of enemies trying to overwhelm me is a depth of audio that I have never really experienced on PC. Hearing the low echoes, the roars and the environmental sounds is a blissful comfort that comes with gaming. I also have been playing Metro Exodus and WOW! My character was in a lookout tower as it was raining outside and the direction of sound was immersive. This is what I live for in my gaming experiences. Since I watch movies on my computer, I used the headset while watching Deadpool and Wolverine. It rivaled my initial theater experience when I saw the movie. There is an issue with the Virtuoso Max that I currently find frustrating. It is the volume limit. There are times where I turn on the headset and the volume are too low despite me not adjusting anything from my previous gaming session and then there are other times where the volume is perfect. The main volume is controlled by the outer ring on the left ear-cup which I love because I do not have to fumble or accidentally touch the wrong dial like on other headsets. On the right ear-cup is the volume for the Bluetooth. It’s a shame that there isn’t a game chat mix control through the right dial. These issues can hopefully be addressed through a future update. Corsair really did a fantastic job with their microphone on the Virtuoso Max. My voice comes through clean and without any distortion. The sidetone is reasonable, preventing me from having to talk loudly to hear myself when talking to others or recording content. Comfort: I game for 4 to 6 hours on most days which means comfort is important. The Virtuoso never got hot around my ears nor did it feel heavy after a while. I did experience some pinch at the top of my head during one session but I will chalk that up to me toying around with the headband shortly before. If you wear prescription glasses or gaming glasses, the cushions comfortably accommodate. No pinching around the temples. Does It Work on PS5 and Others? Yes. I tested this headset out on my PS5 it is incredible. While the PS5 does not have the in-depth sound options or Dolby Atmos like PC offers, the sound direction and effects are impactful. In fact, as I played Black Ops 6, I felt that I had the advantage since I could tell which direction someone above me was running, allowing me to hang back, let them drop down in front of me, giving me the advantage of surprise. What about Xbox, you may ask? I already own the Virtuoso Max designed for Xbox which is the best headset I’ve owned for that system. There was not a need for me to try this headset out on my Xbox Series X. On the box for the Virtuoso, it’s stated that this headset is compatible with the Nintendo Switch but since I do not own a Switch, I cannot give my opinion on that. There’s no doubt that this Corsair Virtuoso Max headset is an elegant headset. It delivers remarkable sound and I feel like it’s meant for that serious gamer who wants the full sound immersion. I hope that the issues that I encountered will be rectified soon.