Its crazy to me that a $330 headset has a mic that sounds worse than the original Virtuoso. Hopefully, they can fix this with an update because, as it stands, it's disappointing and almost embarrassing.
It probably won't be fixed. The HS80 Max mic is still worse than the original HS80 even after the firmware update to improve the quality. These sound exactly like those, where they overemphasize the "ess" sounds and has artifacting. IDK if they are having to sacrifice mic quality to allow for the higher bitrate game audio on their recent headsets, but somehow the original HS80 is still their best wireless mic.
I had the original Corsair Virtuoso SE with Wicked Cushions and loved them. Used them until the Audeze Maxwell's came out and love them, they kept getting better and better with firmware and software updates. The only issue I have with the Maxwell's is the wireless distance with the wireless dongle, fine in the computer room, the bathroom next to it, but will cut out in the kitchen. I have them connected to my iPhone 16 with bluetooth and can go anywhere in the house and never have a drop out. If my Maxwell's ever quit working I might look at these new Corsair Virtuoso Max headset, but I hope my Maxwell's never quit, I really love them! I just checked and I DO have Wicked Cushions on the Maxwells.
If Corsair would’ve made this headsets mic quality like the HS80, these would’ve been better. All in all these seem like a worthy upgrade from my virtuoso XTs if I don’t go with astros.
Lady's and gentle hands! After reviewing quite a few headsets, I think I can finally say we just found ourselves the one that makes it's mark. From using the SteelSeries Arctic 3 (2019 Edition all platform Gaming Headset) for quite some time now. I think this will be a massive upgrade, and the features and functions really played a part as my selling point. Nonetheless, I give credit where credit is due, thank you for collaboration in my search. You deciding in taking your time to make these very entertaining, high quality and helpful/useful content. You are appreciated and I really appreciate you! :) Enough yapping time to place this order!
Are you really gonna get this headset? Some say it has volume bugs and that iCUE also has some bugs. It doesnt even have a wired option. If you are gonna get this headset, could you say if it sounds good or bad on some games or music?
How the hell can the mic on the much cheaper HS80 (Max) sound so much better than the one on the Virtuoso Max? How can that be? It's even the same company. When will we finally get a reasonable, consistent and good microphone quality? Why are there so many fluctuations here? In 2023 the HS80 has great microphone quality for a wireless headset and in 2024 the Virtuoso Max is a complete disappointment again? HOW CAN THAT BE?
So you pay 330 bucks for: bad comfort especially unbearable after an hour with glasses, bad mic, garbage sidetone, And a meh out of box sound that only gets good with EQ/Atmos??? And it somehow still one of your favorite? I dont get it. Normally reviewers should tear corsair a new one for something like that for 330 bucks
I just got these to test compared to my XTs these sound way better but feel way worse. These pads are garbage. Comfort has gone way down. Sadly going to return mine until 3rd party pads come out.
Thank you for another great review, I upgraded from my three year old and barely any cushion left virtuoso xt rgb wireless to the Nova Pro. Do you think these are better than the Nova Pro?
Mainly play on PS5 & PC. What headset should I go for If I prioritize a good mic & simultaneous Bluetooth? Astro A50x, ASUS ROG Delta II or Razer Blackshark V2 Pro?
Either Audeze Maxwell or Turtle Beach Stealth Pro (remember, regardless of which set you get, you gotta get a pair of Wicked Cushions Freeze Pads for them)
Skipped to the mic part. That mic is a no go i got my razer shark 23 for $130 on sale. Any other wireless headset with that level of mic quality needs to be mandatory
Still trying to find the best headset i saw that logitech is releasing the a50 gen 5 so hopefully we see a review but if you can make a top 5 gaming headset for FPS games. I'm trying to get the perfect gaming headset for BO6. Thanks
How do they compare to the maxwells, sound wise and comfort wise (I think I'd put wickedCushions on both)? I could do without the bells and whistles if the sound on those is better, especially for fps and music.
Watch GadgetryTech's video. He talks about sound comparisons. The Maxwell is the better sounding of the two. According to him. I have the Maxwell's myself and whereas I can't compare sound to these new ones, I can confirm the Maxwell's sound phenomenal.
I regret buying the audeze maxwell I've haven't used mine in eight months there a joke for gaming there too too too heavy for every day usage especially win you play 6 to eight hours a day every day. im using the razer kraken v4 pro wireless. There awesome they blow the audeze maxwell out of the water stay safe and happy gaming to all
Damn I'm so early, bought the Virtuoso XTs because of you, is it time to upgrade? Also could you add wired performance? cuz the XTs is a different beast with wired mode, I understand that it promotes wireless mode but its performance is so limited with wireless mode
@@felixcortes5005 Im very torn between buying a good dedicated mic and iems AND buying the Max, but yeah Mic Quality is something I care about. Thanks for the Info!
@@PhageShot i ended with a corsair virtuoso pro. Yes I lost the wireless connection but worth it. Headset is light, with a soundblaster G6 sounds even better. Sound does bleed out a lot since it is open back but the mic is high quality
Im picking up the max today. I saw another review where the microphone sounded way better than here. I'll text and update, reply to me so I can see notification and give you update.
I've been using Corsair for 7 years now, had the void pro, void elite, now using Virtuoso SE, I tried to use the new version Virtuoso Pro XT, but the biggest problem for me is because with Virtuoso Pro XT you have to use Dolby Atmos instead of the Corsair ICue Surround Tunner, and it's just bad, the surround with Dolby Atmos is terrible, I got the headset and in 2 days I just refunded, got another Virtuoso SE. I really wanna try this Virtuoso Max but if it's like Virtuoso Pro XT then I'll pass again.
You should take a look at the new Alienware headset aswell! I absolutely love my pair, and to me they sound better than the Turtle Beach Stealth Pro. The Alienwares are the most comfortable headset i've ever worn (the only headset that came close, but imo are still not as comfortable are the Hyper x Cloud 2). The Turtle Beach Stealth Pros had so many software issues, that i had to send them back 2 times, and didn't wanna give them a third chance.
@@ijudgetakes There was a weird bugg, that the audio was a bit quieter than usual, but when reconnecting they got insanely loud. That was on pc though and now i don't have any problems.
Does this fix the disconnecting issue I had with my XT's? I got a new tower and all it did was constantly disconnect even with constant software updates. Sucks because i did love them, too. Forced to switch due to issues with them and replacing them twice
Damn. So, I got rid of my Audeze Maxwell's for only $100- so I could get these. But now I regret it cos for some reason the Maxwell sound better? Is that a problem with my Windows 11 pc?
hey I just ordered mine, but by mistake got the xbox version, I'm reading the manual and seems like its fine for pc desktop- can anyone confirm?, got there too late to cancel shipping
I noticed theres two versions one says its for xbox and the other does not, but both work on PC, android, apple, PlayStation. So why even bother to release a version that doesn't work on Xbox?
Can you review the Yamaha YH-G01 Gaming headset they have them combined with the ZG01 gaming mixer on Amazon for 250 normally 420 for the bundle I just wanted to know if it’s a good buy or not since there isn’t really many UA-cam videos on it
Techne no you cannot save the presets for ps5. its only for pc only and no these are not the best headphones for ps5 because you can't use the icue software but I do like them because they are comfy but I dont know about the stock sound but they are better for pc because you can use the icue software . But no you cannot use it for ps5 because it don't save on the ps5 pc only that's a bummer .
Great review but... $330? No thanks, Corsair can keep them. After the first virtuoso, I am not trusting Corsair audio again. Especially when my $50 Truthear Zero and $130 Thieaudio Ghost(I bought on sale for $50) sound so much better with Dolby EQ.
If you failed at comfort for a gaming headphone or in general thats no go for me specially since I wear glasses. Watching others reviews and recent products I can understand that Corsair is loosing their Midas touch and sad to see this being a pirate fan boi
So wrong that you have to spend more money to make a 300 bucks plus headset comfortable. Disappointing from corsair I think. They are normally top draw
This review weirds me out. Mic sounded garbage, Those pads looked low budget and he even says that they are very uncomfortable. For $330 insane when you can get insane headphones and a good mic for way less than $330. Gaming headsets has a loooong way to go still…
Man Corsair was on a positive roll there for a minute with the open back headset and the hot swappable keyboard but then they fall flat on their face again with this pos.
Every headset should have a stinking cozy sticker if approved by the Techne
💯
Alright, looks like we have work to do.
Love your products bro
Yes! Please!
No you don’t. Nobody is gonna buy this bugged piece of junk. Not until they drop the price to $150
I was just looking for the pads on your site. Can't wait for you guys to release them!
Please guys, PU Leather replacements would make these for me! Just got my pair and dying to switch out the material of the pads.
Its crazy to me that a $330 headset has a mic that sounds worse than the original Virtuoso. Hopefully, they can fix this with an update because, as it stands, it's disappointing and almost embarrassing.
Agreed.
It probably won't be fixed. The HS80 Max mic is still worse than the original HS80 even after the firmware update to improve the quality. These sound exactly like those, where they overemphasize the "ess" sounds and has artifacting. IDK if they are having to sacrifice mic quality to allow for the higher bitrate game audio on their recent headsets, but somehow the original HS80 is still their best wireless mic.
Damn, I came here just to check if their mic was still top notch. That sucks.
I saw another review by Badseed tech, where the microphone sounded way better than it did on here.
That ain't a $300 headset. These companies gotta start dropping the price targets
Yeah... Astro 50 is going $200+ so maybe that's a good price compared to this.
@@hedoesdeath7667 The mic on the wireless A50 sounds are good as wired alternatives, it's crazy
That's what happens when you allow government to dictate prices and wages.
I had the original Corsair Virtuoso SE with Wicked Cushions and loved them. Used them until the Audeze Maxwell's came out and love them, they kept getting better and better with firmware and software updates. The only issue I have with the Maxwell's is the wireless distance with the wireless dongle, fine in the computer room, the bathroom next to it, but will cut out in the kitchen. I have them connected to my iPhone 16 with bluetooth and can go anywhere in the house and never have a drop out. If my Maxwell's ever quit working I might look at these new Corsair Virtuoso Max headset, but I hope my Maxwell's never quit, I really love them! I just checked and I DO have Wicked Cushions on the Maxwells.
This is one of the most tastefully executed RGBs in a headset I've seen in a while.
Maybe but RBG on a headset is just… why do you want it? You cant see it and it drains your battery.
If Corsair would’ve made this headsets mic quality like the HS80, these would’ve been better. All in all these seem like a worthy upgrade from my virtuoso XTs if I don’t go with astros.
Lady's and gentle hands! After reviewing quite a few headsets, I think I can finally say we just found ourselves the one that makes it's mark. From using the SteelSeries Arctic 3 (2019 Edition all platform Gaming Headset) for quite some time now. I think this will be a massive upgrade, and the features and functions really played a part as my selling point. Nonetheless, I give credit where credit is due, thank you for collaboration in my search. You deciding in taking your time to make these very entertaining, high quality and helpful/useful content. You are appreciated and I really appreciate you! :) Enough yapping time to place this order!
Any thoughts on WC pads for the silver version I don't see any??
Are you really gonna get this headset? Some say it has volume bugs and that iCUE also has some bugs. It doesnt even have a wired option. If you are gonna get this headset, could you say if it sounds good or bad on some games or music?
Got this under your suggestion and its such a nice headset
How the hell can the mic on the much cheaper HS80 (Max) sound so much better than the one on the Virtuoso Max? How can that be? It's even the same company.
When will we finally get a reasonable, consistent and good microphone quality? Why are there so many fluctuations here? In 2023 the HS80 has great microphone quality for a wireless headset and in 2024 the Virtuoso Max is a complete disappointment again? HOW CAN THAT BE?
They updated the drivers its probably better now
In the mic test it seems the gain is set too high. A ton of clipping
You gotta hide that task bar on that OLED man!
So you pay 330 bucks for: bad comfort especially unbearable after an hour with glasses, bad mic, garbage sidetone, And a meh out of box sound that only gets good with EQ/Atmos??? And it somehow still one of your favorite? I dont get it. Normally reviewers should tear corsair a new one for something like that for 330 bucks
You'd think right? Goes to show when reviewers get stuff for free.
I just got these to test compared to my XTs these sound way better but feel way worse. These pads are garbage. Comfort has gone way down. Sadly going to return mine until 3rd party pads come out.
This headset looks great, hopefully they bring out smoother leather and soft cushion covers so people can swap them out
Thank you for another great review, I upgraded from my three year old and barely any cushion left virtuoso xt rgb wireless to the Nova Pro. Do you think these are better than the Nova Pro?
Mainly play on PS5 & PC. What headset should I go for If I prioritize a good mic & simultaneous Bluetooth? Astro A50x, ASUS ROG Delta II or Razer Blackshark V2 Pro?
Inzone h9
Either Audeze Maxwell or Turtle Beach Stealth Pro (remember, regardless of which set you get, you gotta get a pair of Wicked Cushions Freeze Pads for them)
@@juandough3960 nova pro wireless white edition best headphones on the market for gaming audio stay safe and happy gaming to all
What do you think of these vs the Logitech Pro X2 Light speed? Those are the two in torn between right now!
Advence EQ that all you need google before buy prox2)))
Wish this had a 3.5 jack
Skipped to the mic part. That mic is a no go i got my razer shark 23 for $130 on sale. Any other wireless headset with that level of mic quality needs to be mandatory
Are these worth it if you have a PS5
What has better sound quality, these or Stealth 700 Gen 3?
TB Stealth Pro's by far!
I am sure I read you can take custom EQs to console? Can someone clarify this for me please?
Always love you're video's/reviews, great setup and awsome execution, thumbs up for that. But can i ask you what brand af glasses you're wearing?
Do these work on PS5? Is there an app to customise the settings/EQ?
14:47 Audeze Maxwell? Pulse Elite?
How is the Sound compared to the Audeze Maxwell?
For the sound I'd go for Audeze or Sennheiser.
Do they beat the Audeze Maxwell? What would you recomend over the Maxwell? Thanks
Still trying to find the best headset i saw that logitech is releasing the a50 gen 5 so hopefully we see a review but if you can make a top 5 gaming headset for FPS games. I'm trying to get the perfect gaming headset for BO6. Thanks
From what I understand the turtle beach stealth pro is one of if not the best for fps
They are the same just with out the hdmi pass through. A very good headset
@@TheTechne ok well I still can’t wait to see the top 5. Been rocking with the HS80 Max and I think it’s time for an upgrade
@@TheTechne also best EQ for Bo6 would be great too lol
Turtle Beach Stealth Pro just saw a price drop.
You should review the Fiio FT1 next :)
How do they compare to the maxwells, sound wise and comfort wise (I think I'd put wickedCushions on both)? I could do without the bells and whistles if the sound on those is better, especially for fps and music.
Watch GadgetryTech's video. He talks about sound comparisons. The Maxwell is the better sounding of the two. According to him. I have the Maxwell's myself and whereas I can't compare sound to these new ones, I can confirm the Maxwell's sound phenomenal.
I regret buying the audeze maxwell I've haven't used mine in eight months there a joke for gaming there too too too heavy for every day usage especially win you play 6 to eight hours a day every day. im using the razer kraken v4 pro wireless. There awesome they blow the audeze maxwell out of the water stay safe and happy gaming to all
Damn I'm so early, bought the Virtuoso XTs because of you, is it time to upgrade? Also could you add wired performance? cuz the XTs is a different beast with wired mode, I understand that it promotes wireless mode but its performance is so limited with wireless mode
The mic on the XT is better, if you care about that. If you want to upgrade maybe wait a bit and see if they solve some of the issues on these.
@@felixcortes5005 Im very torn between buying a good dedicated mic and iems AND buying the Max, but yeah Mic Quality is something I care about. Thanks for the Info!
@@PhageShot i ended with a corsair virtuoso pro. Yes I lost the wireless connection but worth it. Headset is light, with a soundblaster G6 sounds even better. Sound does bleed out a lot since it is open back but the mic is high quality
Im picking up the max today. I saw another review where the microphone sounded way better than here. I'll text and update, reply to me so I can see notification and give you update.
@@Motoxlight So excited for u dude! I'd really appreciate an update, hope u have fun with it!
Lol, for me this sound from mic is great
For $300 it appears Turtle Beach Stealth Pro, Audeze Maxwell, VZR Model One's are a better choice
Would you consider these over the Nova Pros for Pc?
I've been using Corsair for 7 years now, had the void pro, void elite, now using Virtuoso SE, I tried to use the new version Virtuoso Pro XT, but the biggest problem for me is because with Virtuoso Pro XT you have to use Dolby Atmos instead of the Corsair ICue Surround Tunner, and it's just bad, the surround with Dolby Atmos is terrible, I got the headset and in 2 days I just refunded, got another Virtuoso SE. I really wanna try this Virtuoso Max but if it's like Virtuoso Pro XT then I'll pass again.
What do you think about the Asus Delta 2 and these Corsairs? From what I see in your video, I still see the Asus as the best option.
I love my asus, I heard they sound better.
You should take a look at the new Alienware headset aswell! I absolutely love my pair, and to me they sound better than the Turtle Beach Stealth Pro. The Alienwares are the most comfortable headset i've ever worn (the only headset that came close, but imo are still not as comfortable are the Hyper x Cloud 2). The Turtle Beach Stealth Pros had so many software issues, that i had to send them back 2 times, and didn't wanna give them a third chance.
They dont get loud enough on ps5 for me
@@ijudgetakes There was a weird bugg, that the audio was a bit quieter than usual, but when reconnecting they got insanely loud. That was on pc though and now i don't have any problems.
Does this beat the Asus recent headset?
Do the maxwell have better audio?
Does this fix the disconnecting issue I had with my XT's? I got a new tower and all it did was constantly disconnect even with constant software updates. Sucks because i did love them, too. Forced to switch due to issues with them and replacing them twice
can you do a review on the new Astro a50 gen 5s ?
Which headset is better, These headphones or maxwell?
Nothing is beating Maxwell in pure sound quality. The graphene drivers are a lot better than Corsair's previous offerings, though.
Gonna cover the kraken v4 pro? I’d love to see what razer made them think their headset is worth 400
Samee. Curious because it looks great but also ridiculously expensive 😂.
Is there wicked cushions for the Corsiar V Max
Damn. So, I got rid of my Audeze Maxwell's for only $100- so I could get these. But now I regret it cos for some reason the Maxwell sound better? Is that a problem with my Windows 11 pc?
hey I just ordered mine, but by mistake got the xbox version, I'm reading the manual and seems like its fine for pc desktop- can anyone confirm?, got there too late to cancel shipping
Aside from EQ, maybe you need to give it a burn in time like 50 hrs or more.
He already stated in the video why the sidetone wasnt working and how he fixed it.
I noticed theres two versions one says its for xbox and the other does not, but both work on PC, android, apple, PlayStation. So why even bother to release a version that doesn't work on Xbox?
im still rocking my virtuoso xt's... aside from maybe the astro a50x, theres not a better gaming headset
what is better than this, in the same price bracket?
@@MrD1L5T4R nova pro, and the new astros
@@TheTechnewhat about the Maxwells? Are they not recommended anymore in late 2024?
Why oh why is the mic always so rubbish? 😭
Can you review the Yamaha YH-G01 Gaming headset they have them combined with the ZG01 gaming mixer on Amazon for 250 normally 420 for the bundle I just wanted to know if it’s a good buy or not since there isn’t really many UA-cam videos on it
Hey buddy! Nice content as always.👍
Are you planning to review the sony inzone buds?
i was watching this and listening while using my virtouso rgb headset when i heard mic on mic off thought it was my headset lmfao
Can you save audio iq presets? Dies it have onboard memory
Hey there legend. Can you give us top 5 best 3d headset for ps5, ranking by sound quality? Thank you.
Is the corsair EQ locked behind a pay wall?? 💲💲
No lol. you dont have to pay for anything in the iCue software.
@@SicariusGaming87 I'm specifically referring to the EQ. Is it completely customizable for free?
@@SofaKingA yes
Whats with Corsair just making way overpriced crappy products? I use to get excited for Corsair to come out. Now its just embarrassing
Techne no you cannot save the presets for ps5. its only for pc only and no these are not the best headphones for ps5 because you can't use the icue software but I do like them because they are comfy but I dont know about the stock sound but they are better for pc because you can use the icue software . But no you cannot use it for ps5 because it don't save on the ps5 pc only that's a bummer .
Mine doesnt show battery % - weird
pls cover new Logitech low profile keyboards, for us the few that still do low profile mechanical keyboards! 🙏🙏
Meh. Delta II is great for my need.
does it have THX ?
If it did he would have said it.
@@SicariusGaming87 many people review stuffs and not saying many of stuffs.
I'm sure they did it!
Great video, but not worth 330. And I love corsair. I own the virtuoso pro and virtuoso SE
Great review but... $330? No thanks, Corsair can keep them. After the first virtuoso, I am not trusting Corsair audio again. Especially when my $50 Truthear Zero and $130 Thieaudio Ghost(I bought on sale for $50) sound so much better with Dolby EQ.
If you failed at comfort for a gaming headphone or in general thats no go for me specially since I wear glasses. Watching others reviews and recent products I can understand that Corsair is loosing their Midas touch and sad to see this being a pirate fan boi
The only corsair products I use are their power supplies, lol
mic sounds ass compared to XT
So wrong that you have to spend more money to make a 300 bucks plus headset comfortable. Disappointing from corsair I think. They are normally top draw
Im sorry but for $330 these are NOT worth it
Great video. Comfort is too important to me. Will pass.
Stupid shape for ear cups.
Mike off... Mike on...
This review weirds me out. Mic sounded garbage, Those pads looked low budget and he even says that they are very uncomfortable. For $330 insane when you can get insane headphones and a good mic for way less than $330. Gaming headsets has a loooong way to go still…
Man Corsair was on a positive roll there for a minute with the open back headset and the hot swappable keyboard but then they fall flat on their face again with this pos.
To be honest, I don't think anyone is looking at Corsair and thinking they are going to make a good headset. Corsair does *one thing right* ... RGB
Dafuq is side tone..?
It’s when you can hear your own voice in the headset.
I only play on PC btw
am i the only one that thinks that the headset mic is sounding like complete shit. WTF 8:00 WTF
There is no such thing as a good wireless headset, at least not for gaming or videos. When you switch back to a good wired headset, it hits you hard.
If a headset aint cozy they already lost
this headset is not it. great video though man.
Heavy and bad shape not good for small or medium size heads
no charging dock, no interchangable batteries lol
second :c
Can’t beat the Maxwell just can’t
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