The SteelSeries 7H is sure to appeal to those who frequent LAN events due to their portability for a headset of this size and quality. For LAN events we would recommend the fabric ear pads as they are more comfortable to use for long periods of time.
Like the Siberia V2 , the 7H features a retractable microphone .This features background noise cancellation which works well and the sound quality is quite reasonable for use with Ventrilo or Teamspeak. This microphone is ideal for people who want to use the headset for things other than gaming as it can be hidden away when its not needed. This improves the versatility of the headset.
During our movie and audio playback tests the 7H performed well, despite being slightly limited in volume. The only omission is surround sound which would make both movie and gaming performance much better.
The 7H is available for around £75 inc vat. This is a reasonably high price considering the lack of surround sound so we feel the USB version, costing around £92 is a better option if you can afford the £17 premium.
KitGuru says: A fantastic product for LAN gamers and a good option for those looking for a high-quality gaming headset.
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August 31, 2010
#1
Looks like a good set of phones, if rather expensive compared to some competitors
August 31, 2010
#2
Good review, attractive looking phones. Steelseries are quality.
August 31, 2010
#3
Hell of a product from Steelseries – they are one of the gamers first choices on the market really even with hefty competition.
August 31, 2010
#4
Unusual they would make two versions at such slightly different price points. no ?
August 31, 2010
#5
good phones, I would never use them though
August 31, 2010
#6
How many colours are they selling them in ?
August 31, 2010
#7
Interesting and good review. I am not sure its worth selling my old Steelseries phones though, they are still great. might see how much I can get for them to get a cheap upgrade. but im not spending another 92 quid on these.
August 31, 2010
#8
I wonder would it be worth selling my logitech phones to get a pair of these
August 31, 2010
#9
Good review henry. Seems the wise option is to spend extra for the surround options.
August 31, 2010
#10
Are these really worth the extra money when compared to the Arctic cooling headphones you reviewed last week?
August 31, 2010
#11
@ Raymond, the difference in the prices is a result of adding an external USB sound card. Otherwise the headphones are identical.
@ Garry, The 7H is only available in black for the moment
@ Frank, Comared to the P531 the 7H is better built, and quite a lot lighter and more comfortable. The sound quality is also a bit better but it lacks proper surroundsound, even with the USB option.
September 14, 2010
#12
Any chance to review Roccat Kave?