Xbox Stereo Headset announced for those who don't want wireless

(Pocket-lint) - Xbox has followed up its wireless headset for Xbox Series X/S (and Xbox One) with a wired brace of stereo gaming headphones.

Available for pre-order now, the Xbox Stereo Headset is portion of the "Designed for Xbox" scope and offers galore of the aforesaid features arsenic the Xbox Wireless Headset, but with, well, wires.

The plan is similar, with a lightweight operation and flexible headband.

The earcups are other ample and ultra-soft. The close receptor besides doubles arsenic a measurement dial.

A microphone roar is attached, portion different on-ear controls see muting fuctionality.

The stereo cablegram sports a 3.5mm jack for transportation to an Xbox Wireless Controller ( via the larboard connected the bottom). Other than that, everything other is familiar.

Sound enactment includes Dolby Atmos and DTS Headphone: X, positive Microsoft's ain Windows Sonic.

The Xbox Stereo Headset besides works with Windows and, of course, immoderate wired mobile source.

Thanks to the lack of Wi-Fi and Bluetooth technology, the headset costs a batch little than the wireless model. Available for pre-order up of a 21 September merchandise date, it costs £54.99 successful the UK, $59.99 successful the States.

It is being released globally, truthful you tin check the Microsoft store site to find retired further details and pricing for your area.

Writing by Rik Henderson. Originally published connected 19 August 2021.