So I decided to update my review for the Sennheiser Game Zero which has officially become one of my favorite headsets (along with the Sennheiser GSP 300). In my original review I gave it a 3 star rating claiming that the audio was flat and that the price tag was too steep. Well, things have changed and hopefully this updated review can guide my fellow gamers.
So in my original review I had major grievances with both the price and with the sound quality of the Game Zeros and after trying about 10 other gaming headsets I came to the conclusion that there was an issue with my sound card which turned out to be an out of date audio driver- oops! With the price, in my original review I said that the Game Zero would be a great headset it was $50 less- well they are now over $50 less here on Amazon which is awesome!! With all of this in mind, I have since decided to update my review, something that I have been meaning to do for quite a lot time.
So let's get something out of the way: Sennheiser hands down makes the best gaming headsets in the world and the Game Zero even to this day is one of the company's best offerings. It's great for either listening to music or gaming and the base is subtle unlike other gaming headsets (most gaming headsets have an over exaggerated base that gets muddy at higher levels). The Game Zero's microphone technology just can't be beat and in this regard Sennheiser is ahead of every gaming headset manufacturer on the planet (though SteelSeries has definitely been making some strides in this department, especially with their latest offerings). The microphone is so good that you can easily use it for streaming YouTube or Twitch videos.
The comfort level of this headset is superb, even more so then the already comfortable Game One headset and it is so light that I often forget that it is on my head!. Also, since these are a closed acoustic design they not only cancel out outside noise, but they also deter audio leaking which is the Achilles heel of the Game Ones. You can literally wear these for hours, but the only real con is that your ears may get a bit warm due to the ear cup material, but this is by no means a deal breaker.
This headset sports a lengthy braided cord that is completely detachable, but the cord is prone to tangling so only use the length that you need. In addition, it comes with a great carrying case and unlike it's Game One brother, the Game Zeros completely fold up for ultimate portability. For a closed back design it offers a pretty good sound stage and most of the time it sounds pretty good by itself, however, I feel like it really shines when connected to an amp or sound card.
Pros
+Price has come down a lot since first introduced
+Overall great audio
+Lightweight
+Superb comfort
+Exceptional microphone and Sennheiser's best
+Headset can be folded
+Comes with a nice carrying case
+Cable can be detached
Cons
-Cable is long and is prone to tangling
-Needs to be connected to an amp to unlock the headset's true potential
-Sound stage not as good as the Game Ones
-Ears may get warm after prolonged use because of the ear cup materials
Great audio, an unmatched microphone, great portability, and a huge price cut (thanks GSP 300 and GSP 600) make the Sennheiser Game Zeros one of the best gaming headsets ever made, even more so than the Game Ones which is why it receives my highest recommendation.
| Special Feature | Microphone Feature |
|---|---|
| Included Components | headset, charger |
| Age Range (Description) | Adult,Teen |
| Specific Uses For Product | personal, gaming, business |
| Headphones Jack | 3.5 mm Jack |
| Noise Control | Active Noise Cancellation |
| Ear Placement | Over Ear |
| Compatible Devices | PC, Mac, consoles, mobiles and tablets |
| Theme | Video Game |
| Control Type | Volume Control |
| Cable Feature | Retractable |
| Item Weight | 10.6 Ounces |
| Frequency Range | 50 Hz - 16 kHz |
| Package Type | Standard Packaging |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
| Style | Headset |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Has Active Noise Cancellation | Yes |
| Item model number | 506079 |
| Hardware Platform | PC |
| Item Weight | 10.6 ounces |
| Product Dimensions | 9.1 x 9.09 x 9.29 inches |
| Item Dimensions LxWxH | 9.1 x 9.09 x 9.29 inches |
| Batteries | 2 Lithium Ion batteries required. |
| Manufacturer | Sennheiser |
| ASIN | B00KNPYAEY |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Date First Available | June 6, 2014 |
