| Logitech G930 7.1 Channel Wireless Headset |
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Featured Reviews: Audio
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| Written by Joey Peng - Edited by Olin Coles |
| Friday, 08 October 2010 |
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Logitech G930 Features
- 2.4 GHz wireless connectivity - Designed for a lag-free, interference-resistant connection with a range up to 40 feet (12 meters)*-so nothing stands between you and victory.
- 7.1 surround sound - Advanced Dolby technology delivers a detailed soundfield that lets you hear your enemies before they see you.
- Three programmable G-keys - You've got one-touch command over music, voice morphing, chat clients and more.***
- Adjustable, memory foam-lined headband - Creates a personalized fit to fend off fatigue.
- Plush, noise-isolating ear pads - Ease pressure points and seal out unwanted noise.
- Laser-tuned drivers - Logitech analyzes each acoustic element-magnet, coil and diaphragm-to optimize the drivers and pinpoint unwanted distortion, so you hear only rich, clear audio.
- Noise-canceling mic with auto-mute - The microphone reduces annoying background noise for clear, intelligible voice commands, and automatically mutes when you rotate it up and out of the way.
- Microphone mute light - The microphone tip glows red when muted.
- On-ear audio controls - Adjust volume and microphone mute on the fly-don't fumble for controls in the heat of battle.
- Painless recharging - Recharge using the universal micro-USB cable-even while you're still playing. When charging is complete, wrap up the cable inside the charging base.
- Batteries built for battle - With up to 10 hours of battery life**, this headset can get you through the most epic gaming sessions.
- Adjustable audio settings - Tweak surround sound settings and equalizer levels using the included software.
- Real-time voice morphing - You can select from six voices- troll, mutant, alien, giant, cyborg and space squirrel.
- Plug-and-play setup - Don't worry about unplugging or rearranging your speakers. Just plug the wireless adapter into the charging base or a USB port and you're ready to play.
* Actual wireless range will vary with use, settings and environmental conditions. ** Actual battery life will vary with use, settings and environmental conditions. Rechargeable batteries have a limited number of charge cycles. *** Downloadable G-key plugins coming soon.
981-000257 Specifications
General Information
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System Requirements
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* Windows XP, Windows Vista or Windows 7
* Intel Pentium 4 processor or equivalent
* USB port
* CD-ROM drive
* 7.1 surround sound and G-key programming require software installation.
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Waranty Information
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* 2-year limited hardware warranty |
Package Contents
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* Headset
* USB wireless adapter
* Charging base
* Software CD
* User documentation
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Part Number
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*PN 981-000258 |
Technical Specifications
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| Wireless |
* Connection: 2.4 GHz RF
* Range: up to 40 feet (12 meters)*
* Audio stream: uncompressed 48 kHz
* Reception: dual antenna
* Interference resistance: forward error correction and dynamic channel selection
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| Battery |
* Continuous playback time: up to 10 hours per charge**
* Charging connection: full-speed USB; charge-while-playing enabled
* Charge time: 2.5 hours or less (longer when in use)
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| Headphone |
* Ear cup: up to 26 dB noise isolation
* Driver: laser-tuned; 40 mm diameter with neodymium magnet; 15mm diameter voice coil with ferrofluid damping
* Frequency response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz
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| Microphone |
* Pickup pattern: cardioid (unidirectional)
* Type: pressure gradient electret condenser
* Frequency response: 100 Hz- 75 kHz
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| Durability |
* Volume roller: 80,000 revolutions (minimum)
* Button: 50,000 presses (minimum)
* Headband slide: indexed stainless spring steel
* Ear cup rotation joint: aircraft-grade aluminum alloy
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* Actual wireless range will vary with use, settings and environmental conditions. ** Actual battery life will vary with use, settings and environmental conditions. Rechargeable batteries have a limited number of charge cycles.
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Comments
I may get one of them and offer them up to my sons when they come to visit and they're burning the midnight oil playing my games. That way they get great sound, and I'm undisturbed when they're here.
Positives:
Excellent reception range (>40ft. but YMMV)
GREAT sound for GAMING. GOOD sound for movies. GOOD sound for music. Somewhat-Acceptable sound for music editing, but let's be honest, that isn't what these are made for.
Terrific battery life, and gauge is accurate.
Negatives:
Get very uncomfortable after wearing for over an hour. Don't even try to wear glasses under them for any amount of time. I can't over-stress this, they are not comfortable headphones for me.
Adjustment notches are very loose, and can easily slip.
G-keys "customization" is limited, and doesn't allow a "push to speak" option.
2.8gHz, means it will pick up interference when microwaving those hot pockets.
very squeaky joints on the headset, doesn't seem to be a durability problem, but makes them feel poorly constructed.
The mic off-light (when placed in full-up position) is a good idea, but not visible in any extent of my periphery- and so- useless.
General comments:
If you leave reception range. the mic will turn back on, even if it is set to the off position. This can lead to unfortunate things being heard.
The voice morphing capabilities are cute, but eventually useless and can lead to a chopiness for the listener. Bass is a little weak, but still better than most headsets.
TL;DR
Great headset, I'd recommend it solely on its wireless nature, but can't wear it for too long.
Buy it for what it's designed: gaming. You can use it for other applications, but it won't blow your mind away.