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Corsair Vengeance 2000 Wireless 7.1 Gaming headset

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Corsair Vengeance 2000 Wireless 7.1 Gaming headset

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Part: CA-9011115-NA Operating Time: Up to 10 hours Distance: 40 ft. Headphone Frequency Response: 20Hzâ€"20KHz Headphone Input Impedance: 32 Ohms @ 1kHz Weight: 0.77 lbs. Microphone Impedance: ~2.2K ohm Microphone Frequency Response: 100Hz-10KHz
 

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A high quality and high performance gaming headset that does wireless the right way!

review by brackberry

The Corsair Vengeance 2000 wireless headset is probably one of the best purchases I've made in terms of PC peripherals. Purchased this product because I simply got fed up with having a long wired headset that limits my mobility. Having a completely wireless solution allows more mobility when both gaming and working. Plus, it's just way more convienent to be able to get up, stretch or to take a break without having to worry about putting down the headset or tripping over any annoying wires.

I had my doubts about wireless gaming headsets based on previous experiences with other wireless headsets and headphones. Corsair has been able to do right in just about every aspect. The microphone (although I do not use it) is a high quality noise cancelling mic. Overall sound quality from the microphone is quite decent and is comparable to their other and previous generation headsets.

The sound quality is also exceptional. The wireless signal is never lost as long as you're within the same room as the receiver. I listen to music, played movies and games. The sound is just about as good as any other "PC Gaming" headset, perhaps even better when you use certain presets within their driver software. Overall the audio reproduction from the Vengeance 2000 is on the high end when it comes to PC Gaming. It may not satisfy the uber audiophiles out there but if you're looking for something for gaming and general usage this will be the perfect solution.

Corsair claims the wireless signal can support up to 40 feet away. This seems to be in a "best case scenario" in which there are no walls or surfaces between the wireless USB receiver and the headset itself. I was able to walk around my room without any signal loss. Quality of the sound stayed consistent up until there are too many walls between you and the receiver. Once I stepped downstairs the signal was intruded by some static but you can still hear sound. It was not until I went to the basement the signal was lost completely. Overall the wireless works quite well, so far the best I have experienced so far.

The Vengeance 2000 headset may be considered fairly bulky to some users. It is definitely a large piece of equipment but Corsair has done a great job in making it stand out with the silver and blue on black accents. The headset is surprisingly light considering its size but don't expect them to weigh as light as a feather. It is definitely something that you will feel over your head but definitely wont cause any discomfort over long usage periods thanks to the thick padding on the headband and the microfibre padding over the very large earcups.

All in all the Vengeance 2000 is a solid buy for anyone who is in the market for a wireless headset for gaming, skype, and day to day usage. The MSRP is $149, you can try to grab one when they go on sale at some retailers but even for $149 it is well worth it. Corsair pretty much took their previous products and made it 400% better in every way. If you're looking for something similar but you don't buy into the wireless scene then you can check out their Vengeance 1500 version.

Hope my short review has helped.

ProsCons
Great sound quality, strong wireless signal, improved overall construction and durability compared to previous generation Corsair headsetsA bit bulky

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Overall4
 
#3 ·
A high quality and high performance gaming headset that does wireless the right way!

review by brackberry
The only problem i have it the pads. I think they are memory foam but not sure. They are a bit hards.
 
#7 ·
Not the headset i was hopping to get.

review by zealotki11er

I got them Lan Party and been used 2-3 times since. Was taking them out to clean and charge and noticed the right plastic that holds the cup was cracked. Really was not hopping for this to happen on $150 Headset. Called my friend since he bough the same thing and his was also broken.

ProsCons
Good Sound Quality, Good microphone, Good Battery LifeHeavy, Not the best padding, No durable.

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Overall2
 
#17 ·
Good sound quality, good battery life, but a bit bulky... overall decently comfortable

review by daclownie

Overall, I've had some mixed luck with my Corsair headsets. The 1500s were awesome, with exception to the USB cable being cheap. It kinked, over, and over again, and eventually would snap a wire inside. And this wasn't from being run over, but simply from taking them off and putting back on.

The 2000s however, had their own issue. The plastic piece connecting the band to the cup would crack and basically one ear would be loose and eventually not be attached but by the wire inside. Their new revision is supposed to resolve that issue, however.

Sound quality is great. They are NOT audiophile level product, but they provide great sound for games/voice chat. I don't find their quality offensive at all. Comfort wise, they're middle of the road. Very heavy, very bulky, and squeeze the head sometimes a bit too much. Some days, I need to take them off and let my skull decompress. Other days, 6+ hours no sweat. Battery life is great. 10 hours easy, and the charger cord is your standard micro USB that any cell phone uses. If the provided cord is too short based on the location of your tower, simply go on Amazon or monoprice, and order a longer MicroUSB. I find the distance on mine to be fine though.

I think they're a solid choice, and the for the $80-90 that you can find them on sale now-a-days, they're definitely worth the purchase.

ProsCons
Battery life, sound quality, drivers (now with dolby surround)Heavy, bulky, squeezes the head a bit tight at times.

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Overall4
 
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