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• Rated 4 out of 5 stars

  My Choice for Gaming and Music Listening

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  Sony has recently introduced their next generation of gaming headset - INZONE H9 II with wireless noise canceling features. This headset has also borrowed some features from their bestseller XM6 series NC headphones thanks to the 30mm drivers, these sound pretty good, but let's dig into a few things first. Number 1 thing a gamer is always looking for in their choice of headphones is Comfort. No matter how any of the headphones sound if you are not comfortable wearing them, you won't be happy playing. So the comfort level for these is very good in my book. Due to the headphone's light weight (260 grams!), soft padded cups and nice band to adjust on top of your head, you will be happy to know these headphones feel amazing. The flexible band itself has been redesigned according to Sony for low-tension and a secure fit without discomfort. It is very easy to adjust too and Sony found an innovating way to do it. The set comes with a removable microphone which is also a nice feature as I don't always use one and having it always stick out could be an annoyance to some gamers. So the headphones are nice to use and super comfortable. The Build - Sony used plastic for the cups to make the whole set lightweight. There are a number of responsive buttons available, the Volume wheel is located on the left cup with nice tactile steps in it. There is Noise Cancelling and Ambient button as well. With active noise canceling feature eliminates background distractions (noise canceling works in both wireless and wired modes by the way.) If you would like more awareness of your surroundings, toggle Ambient Sound Mode to adjust how much outside noise you’d like to hear. USB-C port for charging is also right there and provides up to 30 hrs of game play and pure sound. Now I mentioned the microphone is detachable and there is also a 3.5 mm port that can be used with power and without. I would absolutely encourage to use Sony's INZONE Hub PC software to personalize your audio experience. There are so many options to adjust EQ settings, mic sensitivity, spatial sound, and more. This allows for a truly customized gaming environment that suits your play style. The Sony app for your phone is also convenient to have and provides similar settings like EQ, Find your EQ, 360 Reality Audio Setup, etc. It simply helps you unlock precise audio positioning with INZONE’s 360 Spatial Sound, designed to help you hear opponents before they see you. As with any other high end gaming headsets Sony also offers Dual Wireless Connectivity: 2.4GHz + Bluetooth. So pretty much you can seamlessly connect to your PC or console via 2.4GHz wireless, while staying paired with your phone via Bluetooth. I like the fact that this dual connectivity allows you to take calls, listen to music, or chat on Discord without interrupting your gameplay. This headset is pretty tech packed in my opinion and lets your game play to be more enjoyable. Sound stage is balanced and the bass is pretty good and somewhat subdued. I truly wanted XM6s however when these showed up I am pretty happy with them as they are excellent for easy music listening and impactful game playing.

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  This review is from Sony - INZONE H9 II Wireless Noise Canceling Gaming Headset for PC, PS5, Switch, and Mobile - White

  Posted 2 months ago by stanmed

• Rated 5 out of 5 stars

  Sony INZONE H9 II - New Lightweight Contender

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  As a gamer who has spent years buying gaming peripherals, I was excited to see Sony get serious about gaming with their INZONE series. I still listen to one of my favorite sets, the Sony WH-1000 XM3 headphones, so I was excited to hear that they are built on the same drivers as the newest WH-1000XM6 headphones. Sony’s ANC has always been superb and top class too. The Sony INZONE H9 II is the second iteration of its gaming headset and on paper it’s making waves with its new drivers and partnership with a major pro E-sports organization. I was curious to see if they were all hype or if they could deliver to an already crowded field. *Design/Build/Unboxing* The packaging is clean and professional. The box includes the headset, the detachable mic, a 2.4GHz USB-C transceiver, and USB-A to USB-C charging cable and a 3.5mm audio cable for wired connections. There’s also a soft fabric travel pouch with a side pocket to hold the mic and cables. When you pick up the headset, you will notice how light they are in your hands. My first few wireless gaming headphones were so heavy it was always a complaint and sometimes it would hurt my head during gaming sessions. This is frankly the lightest set I’ve picked up. The official weight is right at 260 grams (270 grams with the mic attached.) These are significantly lighter than the 1st generation H9 headphones. This means lighter and longer gaming sessions. There is a leather cushioned headstrap that makes contact with your head. There are adjustment buttons on each side you can use to adjust the fit. I haven’t seen anything like it but they do the job. Tip: When adjusting these, hold the headband at the top and it’s much easier to make adjustments. The padding on the earcups is soft and breathable. I will note my ears stayed comfortable and cool once I got the headstrap properly adjusted. If you have a big head or big ears though, you might have trouble getting a good fit from the earcup. I would say I have a medium build and these were just about right, with not much more room. The headphones have a smooth matte black finish that looks great, but it will visibly pick up a lot of oil and dust. *Specs/Features* The Sony INZONE H9 II headphones have 30mm Carbon Composite Dynamic drivers and as I said before they are based on the WH-1000XM6. They can connect with 3 different types of connections: 2.4GHz wireless with the USB-C dongle, Bluetooth, and 3.5mm wired. The USB-C dongle will connect to PC, PS5, and Nintendo Switch. For everything else there’s Bluetooth, which does include the LE Audio standard, or the 3.5mm wired jack which you can use to plug into controllers or devices with headphone ports. You can connect to 2 devices simultaneously with wireless and bluetooth which is great when you want to use your phone too (bluetooth.)The boom mic is detachable and bendable which helps you make microadjustments when necessary to get it dialed in. The microphone is a unidirectional Cardoid boom mic with AI noise canceling. Battery life is around 30 hours with ANC, and about 48 hours with ANC off. If you run out of battery you can charge for 5 minutes to get a couple hours more of playback (useful if you’re mid-game and you’re out of battery.) Sony does Active Noise Cancellation so good and it’s superb with the H9 II model. It will drown out all of the low to mid noises around you. The , buttons are basic. There’s a volume dial, game, chat, ANC/ambient, bluetooth, power button, and a USB-C port for charging. *Performance* Specs will only tell you so much. The true measure of this gaming headset is how it will perform in a gaming environment. Most of my gaming is on the PC, but I will game on consoles too. Out of the box the Sony INZONE H9 II are tuned for gaming and they sound exceptional, while the active noise cancellation is the best in the business. The tuning really shines when you're playing FPS. I personally play Overwatch and COD and the footsteps, positional sounds, and all of the minor things like reloads and environmental noises have excellent clarity. Outside of gaming, for movies and music, I would recommend you tune them in with the INZONE Hub software equalizer. This will help with lower bass and give you more balance. I’ll say it again, Sony’s active noise cancellation is top of its class for gaming. It will knock out all of the low to mid frequencies allowing you to focus on the game. The mic made my voice sound natural and clear, and it’s nice to be able to bend it. The nice thing about having a detachable mic is you can take these anywhere with you whether it be the airport, bleachers, or a coffee shop. The game chat balance works perfectly on the PC. This can help you focus on chat when you need to, such as organizing your team right before the round starts. Overall, the gaming sound performance is impressive, for all other practical uses such as movies and music I would dial the sound in with the equalizer or you might be disappointed. *Pros/Cons* *Pros* * Great design, comfortable and light * ANC is as good as it gets * Gaming sound is excellent * Mic performs well * Connectivity was well thought out *Suggestions/Needs Improvement* * Movies and Music need to be dialed in * Might be a little small for large heads/ears * Matte finish is a fingerprint/oil/dust magnet The gaming sound performance of the Sony INZONE H9 II is extraordinary. I would highly recommend them for competitive gamers or casual gamers looking for premium gaming sound. For those that want an all-around set of headphones for gaming/music/movies you will most likely be adjusting the equalizer frequently. Still, my primary use is gaming and these are excellent gaming headphones.

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  This review is from Sony - INZONE H9 II Wireless Noise Canceling Gaming Headset for PC, PS5, Switch, and Mobile - White

  Posted 2 months ago by NanoEthan

• Rated 5 out of 5 stars

  Setting the Bar

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  I was so excited to get my hands on these and game with them on my PS5 and Switch 2. I’ve owned them for about a week now and I’ve been using them every day. The thing I was most excited about was that Sony states that these headphones have the same drivers as the WH-1000XM6. I have not used those headphones yet, but I have owned the 1000XM4’s. Those were quite legendary. Anywho! I was expecting similar / amazing sound quality out of the Sony Inzone H9 II’s because of it. I think it is safe to say that they live up to the expectations I had. My only complaint is that I was expecting a little more bass out of them, especially while playing fps shooters that have explosions and big guns blazing. On one hand though, I think for competitive gaming.. you won’t want to have the smaller / ambient sounds drowned out by big bass. You’ll want to hear what direction your enemies are coming towards you from. These definitely making playing competitive shooters fun. I can hear little details in game that I normally miss while using my TV’s speakers for audio. These headphones get loud, not deafening, but loud enough to hear every little detail. I like all the buttons they have on the earcups. You can easily mute your microphone, toggle the noise canceling feature and raise or lower the volume. The earcups are very comfortable and lightweight. I tend to game for 2/3 hours straight when I play online. My ears never fatigued. I have a large head, with big ears to match and these earcups sit perfectly over my ears without putting any pressure on my ear lobes or cartilage. The headband adjusts quickly and easily with the press of a button. The microphone can be removed if you just want to game and be immersed without chatting. Which I love , because I don’t want the microphone in my face if I’m not going to be using it. While chatting with my friends on my PlayStation 5. Before I even said anything about having a new headset, my friend told me that I sounded really clear. He literally said wow, what headset are you using? You’ve never sounded this loud and clear lol. So I think it is safe to say that the included microphone is great. As far as sound quality.. I think I would describe them as pretty balanced, with some emphasis on treble. Bass isn’t very heavy, but they have a nice subtle punch. Mids, trebles and the little details come through nice and clean. Footsteps, rain, wind, lasers lol, every little sound effect comes through loud and clear. These headphones have kind of allowed me to be more immersed into the games I’ve been playing. Noise cancelling with these headphones works very well. It doesn’t completely drown out sounds but just enough to let you focus on your games and be immersed. I’ve owned over 10 different sets of headphones for gaming, and I would say that these are probably the best I’ve used so far. They are comfortable for long sessions , battery life is great. You can connect them wirelessly to most consoles and PC with the included dongle. Or you couldn’t use the 3.5mm cable that is also included. They look stylish, and even include a carrying bag for them. I think my search for gaming headphones is over (for now) and these will be my go to for the foreseeable future. Would I recommend these? If you have the means for it, go for it!

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  This review is from Sony - INZONE H9 II Wireless Noise Canceling Gaming Headset for PC, PS5, Switch, and Mobile - White

  Posted 2 months ago by Ponskippa