SteelSeries SteelSound 5H v2

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For a hardcore gamer, there is almost nothing better than a pair of high quality gaming headphones, except of course a high quality gaming headset with retractable microphone. Today we’ll be taking a look at the SteelSound 5H v2 from SteelSeries, to see how it measures up.

My years of being a DJ have left me very picky when it comes to audio equipment.  Whether I’m gaming or just listening to some tunes on my computer, I expect the highest quality out of my headphones.  This is why, when SteelSeries sent us the SteelSound 5Hv2 for review, I immediately volunteered myself to review them.

SteelSeries has a reputation in the gaming community as a manufacturer of high quality gaming gear.  Hopefully this headset will live up to its expectations.

Before digging into the box, let’s take a look at the features and specifications.

Features:

• Custom-engineered soundscape designed specifically to enhance performance and immersion in gaming. This headset was developed and optimized for in-game sound frequencies, which makes in-game sounds like footsteps, alerts and gunfire especially clear. You will be able to hear and pinpoint the location of your opponents, often before they hear you.
• Full-size headphones gently fit around the ears and reduce background noise, while providing maximum wearing comfort.
• Bringing the headset with you has never been easier or safer. The SteelSound 5H v2 can be easily dismantled into three separate parts, which makes transportation a breeze. The pieces will easily fit into a bag or a carrying case.
• SteelSound 5H v2 also features a pull-out microphone system. The retractable microphone is practically invisible when not in use. The microphone cord is covered in high quality transparent plastic to ensure long-lasting durability.

Specifications:

Headphones
Frequency response	16 - 28.000 Hz
Impedance	40 Ohm
SPL@ 1kHz, 1 Vrms	110 dB
Cable length	1 + 2 = 3 meters (10 feet)
Connectors	3.5 mm
Microphone
Frequency response	75 - 16.000 Hz
Pick up pattern	Uni-directional
Sensitivity	-38dB
Impedance	2k Ohm

Pretty cool so far, let’s move on.

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