Looking for a low budget headset

zerobithero

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So for over 2 years now I guess, I have been using a Turtle Beach Ear Force Foxtrot headset and the time has come where my shaky soldering can no longer suffice to repair them again. (Normally every 6 months)

I am looking for a new headset in the range of preferably under £50 ($80 if shipping is available), less meaning sooner, sooner is better. :)

I have been pretty happy with my headset for the time I have been with it minus the breaks. Key points I'd like in a new one are comfort and breathing on the cups, clear audio for gaming, Skype and light movie-watching and a sturdy, clear mic. I am definitely not an audiophile and as long as there isn't hissing, rattling or 'tinny' sound I would probably be quite happy. USB is a plus as I have no dedicated sound card, as is surround sound if available.

It would be almost tempting to get the same headset again but I can imagine there might be better options out there. If it means a significant jump in quality I may be convinced to wait some time and double my budget? But I need a monitor after this too so I'd rather save a bit.

Options I've been looking at include Logitech G430s, Plantronics GameCom 380s and Razer Kraken Pros but they seem to have some nasty flaws in the reviews section so I am unsure.

Anyway, kindly convince me if you would, what options above or otherwise would you suggest?

Edit: Settled on waiting and getting Logitech G35's after looking around more.
 

zerobithero

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I think I heard a friend has a set of these, I must ask him when he's next available. Not fond of white but if they as good as they're made out to be then they might just be an option. Thanks for the suggestion.
 

zerobithero

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Yes I noticed but they tend to price upwards from the white, anyway I think in the end I might save up a little more and go for a set of Logitech G35s, I'll just have to tough it out for a while without a headset. Thanks for the help.