Corsair Virtuoso Review: The best gaming headset around?

This is a review of the Corsair Virtuoso high fidelity gaming headset that's both WIRED and WIRELESS. WHAT?
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This is almost certainly the best gaming headset Corsair has crafted to date. For several different reasons.
1 - It comes with Corsair Slipstream wireless technology, as well as other connection options including USB-C and 3.5mm.
2 - It's a high-fidelity, high-res headset that is capable of 96kHz/24 bit audio when connected to a PC using the USB-C
3 - It has 20 hours of battery life before it needs charging.
4 - It has a premium design that includes large earcups and faux leather padding that blocks out external noise. As well as 50mm drivers and 7.1 virtual surround sound with customisable EQ options in the Corsair iCue software.
5 - A "broadcast quality" microphone that's suprisingly good. The voice over for this video was recorded with that mic to let you hear it for yourself.
One other thing that Corsair doesn't mention is the fact this headset also works with smartphones via USB-C to USB-C connection, but they don't supply a cable for it oddly.
be sure to check out my Corsair Virtuoso review and see how it compares with the Astro A50 as well.
Technical specs of the Corsair Virtuoso include:
Headphones
Frequency Response: 20Hz - 40,000Hz
Impedance: 32 Ohms @ 2.5kHz
Sensitivity: 109 dB (± 3 dB)
Drivers: Custom 50mm
neodymium, matched pairs
Microphone
Type: Omni-directional
Impedance: 2.0k Ohms
Frequency Response: 100Hz - 10,000Hz
Sensitivity: -42 dB (± 2 dB)
Wireless
Type: CORSAIR
SLIPSTREAM
WIRELESS 2.4Ghz
Connector: USB Type A
Range: Up to 60 feet (12m)
Battery Life: Up to 20 hours
USB Charging Cable: 1.5m
3.5mm Stereo Cable: 1.5m
Note that there is also an SE version with a more premium finish and an enhance microphone.
This headset is also compatible with Corsair iCue where to can adjust RGB lighting, tweak mic volume and sidetone, turn surround sound on and off and choose from various EQ presets including:
Pure Direct
Movie Theater
FPS Competition
Clear Chat
Bass Boost
0:00 Hellooo
0:30 Specifications
1:40 Audio
2:56 Wireless Audio quality
3:53 Corsair Virtuoso Design
4:47 Earcups
4:53 Microphone
5:33 Corsair IQ software
6:39 Earcup problem
7:37 Connecting to a phone
8:25 USB-C cable
9:38 NO Bluetooth connectivity!
10:38 battery life
11:02 Audio notifications
14:17 Conclusion
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[@TheProvokedPrawn]

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[@remuriei]

Finally, the Non-SE review

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

I did it 200 days ago. :)

[@deaconx]

AKA the superior version, tbh

[@cleysoptique8749]

@@deaconx why? the se looks better

[@deaconx]

@@cleysoptique8749 non-SE is said to have the better mic.

[@cleysoptique8749]

@@deaconx I had the se and it was good quality 🤷 maybe the packaged the wrong mic

[@thugnificent863]

You should be a narrator... you have a very clean accent very soothing.

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

Ha. Thanks. Hope you enjoyed it enough to subscribe

[@Cameron_fish]

This is unintentional asmr lol

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

There's an intentional version here - kzbin.info/www/bejne/aZLCqH2jYth5mas Hope you enjoyed enough to subscribe?

[@DTWAIRSOFT]

0:00 Hellooo 0:30 Specifications 1:40 Audio 2:56 Wireless Audio quality 3:53 Corsair Virtuoso Design 4:47 Earcups 4:53 Microphone 5:33 Corsair IQ software 6:39 Earcup problem 7:37 Connecting to a phone 8:25 USB-C cable 9:38 NO Bluetooth connectivity! 10:38 battery life 11:02 Audio notifications 14:17 Conclusion

[@whatdoyouwant4153]

By far this is the most detailed video I have ever seen on a review, thank you very much for being clear to me.. You have earned a Sub..

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

Thanks. Glad you liked it. I have a few Vs videos if you want to see it compared with other headsets.

[@whatdoyouwant4153]

The Provoked Prawn sure I’ll have a look..

[@vanoli89]

Good review. Just to let you know, you can change the RGB brightness in the settings tab. Turning it to the lowest also turns off the RGB completely. You can also disable voice prompts in that menu as well.

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

Ah yes.

[@chaotichd5646]

One of the best reviews i have watched, agreed with everything you said. Keep up the good work!!

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

That's the nicest thing anyone has said to me all day.

[@RaidenMacer]

Thanks so much for this. Had to do some fat searching for your video but I've been looking for a solid comparison between the two headset editions microphones. I wasnt expecting getting more than 30 seconds of it.

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

Alas I don't have the SE to be able to compare.

[@ShoeArmyTV]

Great video nice review I'm hoping to get the white ones by next Friday from Amazon

[@Janman1988]

Really helps me to make a choice for the right product, thanks alot!

[@zachlemon1030]

This was an incredibly in depth review with awesome clarity, great video mate!

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

Thank you for your kind words. Hopefully you enjoyed enough to subscribe.

[@zachlemon1030]

@@TheProvokedPrawn yeah dude! I've watched a couple of your videos because they're products I'm interested in buying, and you've definitely given me enough information about this product to get me to hand my money over.👍

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

@@zachlemon1030 nice. Hope you enjoy the headset then.

[@ianduley1524]

Love the video. Best and most accurate video I’ve seen on this. One interesting thing about why the mic is so good. The problem with all the wireless headsets up to this point was that they lacked the bandwidth wirelessly to have both sound quality in the speakers and microphone but Corsairs Slipstream technology fixes that. It delivers twice the amount of packets per millisecond effectively increasing the bandwidth. That’s why this headset (unlike others) can have good audio quality in the headset and mic. It’s revolutionary stuff that catapults this into another category at the moment.

[@reCon4cod]

This is a fantastic review for what seems a fantastic headset. Such an in-depth and detailed review that it's convinced me to buy one, following my VOID mic being ripped off by toddler...

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

No more problems like that in future - this mic is detachable! hahaha

[@MrAffable]

when you go to change the colour turn the dial it shows to a darker version and it dims it

[@HerrIngenjor]

Very good review. I recently bought them myself and I do feel that they are really good, except that the 7.1 surround does sound like I'm under water. I play mainly Escape from Tarkov, might be the game, might be settings that has been done incorrectly. All in all, I do recommend them.

[@TheLessard71]

I play a lot of that to did it change with rhe binaural sound? Thanks

[@HaileSt0rm]

I've had the SE version for about five months now and I must say they are a fantastic pair of headphones. Best set I've owned so far. The build quality is top notch and the sound is just amazing. One note though, you CAN use these wireless with your phone. I use them on my Samsung S10+ with the wireless USB dongle plugged into an OTG adaptor and voila, not missing bluetooth anymore.

[@viperdemonz-jenkins]

just ordered the same ones to replace my void elite wireless.

[@HaileSt0rm]

@viperdemonz jenkins I've since switched to the XTs. Same great sound but the SEs would be priced better now, I suppose. Hope you enjoy them!

[@viperdemonz-jenkins]

@@HaileSt0rm would have also but the se was 201 after tax, the xt is 280 before tax

[@HaileSt0rm]

@@viperdemonz-jenkins no need for the XT imo, the SE sounds just as good 👍🏼

[@viperdemonz-jenkins]

@@HaileSt0rm do not think you understood my comment Was saying. xt is way to expensive, but if it were the cheaper one would have got.

[@A73X3]

If I have a Aorus Z390 Master motherboard, should I use the USB 3.0 DAC port on the mobo or can I use the USB-C port with the same performance? Awesome review btw :)

[@ThatsErika]

The microphone quality is superb! Glad I chose this over SE. It is arriving tomorrow. SE supposedly has a better mic, but to my ears, and most people's ears, this is better. SE voice pickup sounded bassy and a little less natural, it gives that radio broadcaster sound sound. However, for the standard version, I can totally use it for making voice overs on video like you did,

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

It is great.

[@LiveLNXgaming]

yes. exactly what I need for flight sims. good mic with playback and flat sides to mount head tracking. I will make a small flitter for the pops on the microphone and it will be perfect. not common but I'm curious if you can input audio wired and wireless at the same time.

[@-XTC-]

You have some of the best videos about this headset, thanks for that. Do the settings sync between different devices? PC/PC or PC/PS4? Is the sidetone feature working on PS4? Is it possible to set all things up and then close the iCue app? I don't want it running in the background.

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

I can't comment on PS4 unfortunately as I'm a PC gamer. I don't think you need to open iCue or having running all the time (though it might be in the background). There isn't much to change in the setting anyway and you can change between settings on the fly anyways for the most part.

[@jahighansam5444]

This is it. This is the guy. How have i never heard of you 😂😭. Very well polished and professional review. Absolutely love it :v. Got a new sub 🔥

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

Much appreciated!

[@chiachic2294]

Enjoyed this! Great calming voice and great review too. I personally am looking at steelseries arctis pro wireless.

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

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[@chiachic2294]

@@TheProvokedPrawn If I go for the Corsair, do you recommend the SE or non-SE version? Any major differences?

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

@@chiachic2294 I haven't tried the SE, so can't say I'm afraid.

[@chiachic2294]

@@TheProvokedPrawn No worries. Thanks and subbed!

[@KleeEnjoyer]

Great review! Microphone sounds great, I'm wondering if you had that running out of the box settings or if you did any tampering with it to make it sound so clear? Thanks

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

That's just how it sounds.

[@DanPx8]

Great review! Great voice too! Would listen a full audiobook read by you man!

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

Maybe one day! LOL Hope you enjoyed enough to sub!

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

Have some therapy kzbin.info/www/bejne/ome7i2eOndx7ZpI

[@roncemine4948]

just wanna ask how about the audio quality? does it much better than any steelseries at its same price point? bydaway nice review detailed and informatic enough

[@cfc3972]

i have the corsair virtuoso , when i play music through them its like someone is turning the volume up and down is there a fix for this? its not a constant volume but play through my old logitech speakers and sounds fine

[@DJ-Vixo]

Hey prawn, I finally got this headset and I am super happy, it's so comfortable for me and it sounds better then my turtle beaches, also the microphone is fantastic and good for streaming, one of the best headsets I've ever owned

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

That's great to hear! (See what I did there). Glad you're enjoying it! :)

[@MorpheusLoopYMCMB]

Great Review! Would the Virtuoso gain better improved audio quality from connecting to a Dac/Amp using the 3.5mm jack or from the 24bit/96KHz audio from the USB cable? Sorry for the specific question. Thanks

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

I'm afraid I don't know the answer to that. I'd suggest asking Corsair.

[@afreestate8466]

How do the ear cup depth compare to the corsair HS60's?

[@DonderoA7]

I've had this headset for a few days now and have worn it for around 8 hours each day. Pretty much all of the negative reviews about this headset that I've seen were in reference to how uncomfortable it is. Personally, I haven't felt that it's any more uncomfortable than most headsets that I've worn. I have medium sized ears I'd say, and my ears haven't felt any sort of stress at all; the only thing I feel is a little tightness on the headband, but I usually just adjust it a bit and it's fine. The audio sounds solid with a good EQ and the mic sounds great. Connectivity was super smooth and I really like the red LED when the mic is muted (you can also turn off the green LED when it's on which is what I did). If this headset holds up over time, I'd say it's one of the better ones that I've owned. I had a GSP 670 and I'd honestly take the Corsair over that.

[@SCARSOFEUROPE]

How do i charge this thing? When i put the usb cable in the corsair logo turns on white. Like its on, i dont get it haha!

[@calc1588]

Love my CORSAIR, after endless problems with numerous pairs of @Razer Nari headphones - with Razer USBs forever going wrong - I’ve had many months perfect use of my @Corsair Virtuoso and love them.

[@dirtdiggler9860]

Great video! You can adjust the brightens with the round slider that around the color selection wheel. The darker you go with it the darker you leds.

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

Thanks for the tip!

[@josephgittos3787]

Can I ask a question , I am currently using Sony gold on my PS4 will hopefully upgrade to ps5 , how do these compare to Sony gold wireless headset and also how easy is it to adjust the volume of game sound effects to chat sound , it sounds odd but sometimes friends talk when you are trying to hear footsteps so I tend to alter to game effect easily on the ps gold

[@angrytomasz]

That mic sounds absolutely incredible! Of course, having a broadcast quality voice helps, haha ;) Great video as always brother, I just bought these on Amazon (I bought my A50 Gen 4 and had it delivered on October 6) so I am willing to try comparing the two. Thanks!

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

Enjoy! And thanks for the kind words.

[@angrytomasz]

@@TheProvokedPrawn You've earned a sub for sure :) One day delivery will be here tomorrow, woot!!

[@SahiPie]

Tomasz Pasternak so, how do they compare?

[@angrytomasz]

@@SahiPie They sound quite good. Their stereo signature is quite solid so directional queues are also quite good. However the 7.1 is pure trash and I'd never use it. The mic sounds reasonably good (better when wired and better than the SE mic) but the audio itself takes some tuning with the EQ to get sounding the way you want. In terms of looks they obviously look amazing and well packaged but honestly they are not at all comfortable- the right ear cup was pinching my ear and the cushions are not deep enough so if you have large ears like me then you'll find them sitting literally on top of the driver wall which means 30 min or so of comfort max, before the pain sets in. If they were way more comfortable I'd gladly recommend them. Trying a pair from Sannheiser next.

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

Have some therapy kzbin.info/www/bejne/ome7i2eOndx7ZpI

[@JonClifton]

Just bought thanks to you, Also I have happily subbed! Enjoying the videos you upload! Wasn't subscribed before but I am now! What Microphone are you using in your current setup? i.e. to record this video?

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

The mic on that headset. Thanks for the sub. Enjoy

[@cfc3972]

@@TheProvokedPrawn wow the mic quality is really good! ive just ordered the none se version as the mic is much better and also ordered based off your review so ty. and tweaking needed for the headset?

[@reiflores9946]

Did you try the SE version? Is it true the non SE microphone is better?

[@Ajareee]

Question. Would this headset be better itself or would it be better to just use them as headphones and buy a external mic? I’m thinking of getting these and buying a AT2020 microphone. Don’t know though don’t really have the knowledge for this shit. Would appreciate some answers from anyone, thanks!

[@Noobinski]

Thanks for your contribution. Fanboy here. The issue of sound crashing when changing tasks in Windows is persistent for years now, and brutally annoying, but the advantages balance that. I would never change until something at least comparative appears on the market for a competetive price. I use them for all kinds of comms on my PC, for gaming, for listening to music. They're versatile, without the RGB sufficiantly long lasting, comfy enough to wear and at best attacked by the Arctic's, yes. I am very, very, very happy with this decision that started with the specs on paper, as you stated. Bravo, Corsair. Bravo. For just listening I switch to Sony's XM5s or Creative's ZEN, but regarding comms the Virtuoso lineup is unmatched.

[@thepacketnarc7634]

I saw this on sale and so I came to youtube to find reviews. First, I clicked on your channel because I love the name "The Provoked Pawn". All I can think of is those early games of chess as a boy when I'd corner my opponents Rook or Knight and take it with a Pawn and thing "yah boi, get wrecked"..... That's all I came to say. Also, nice review. Bought these for $69 refurbed on amazon.

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

Prawn, not pawn 😂🤣 thanks for watching though

[@thepacketnarc7634]

@@TheProvokedPrawn sorry In my rush to take kids to school I left that part out. I REALIZED it was Prawn which made it all the funnier when i put my glasses on . LOL,

[@new3sc]

Very good review mate! :)

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

Thanks! Glad you like it.

[@shorynot]

You convinced me my man. Prime gave me free same day shipping so I'll have it in a matter of hours. Out of curiosity, were there any specific audio presets you preferred?

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

@@shorynot not especially. Just plug in and enjoy 96kHZ on default :)

[@301Geo]

Thank you for this video!

[@301Geo]

Please help me out with my next purchase. I’m between purchasing these gaming headset and the Logitech G Pro X. Which headset would you pick? Thanks in advance!

[@KobaMy]

Hey good reviews videos, I have a question, does Corsair hs70 also include high quality of kHz if I plugin the usb c?

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

Not to my knowledge. The Virtuoso is the only one with 96kHz

[@Pixelflames1]

if you plug in an aux cable from your phone while in wireless or usb mode you can stream audio from your phone that way.

[@sylar1980xbox]

Hi great review, just wondering if they come as stereo or 7.1 as default. Thanks in advance

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

Stereo with 7.1 turned on via iCue but that only works on PC

[@Seriksy]

Well I need to game less and study more. So if the headset gets a bit uncomfortable to wear after a few hours, then I see it as a win win situation. On a more serious note, would you recommend this over the Arctis Pro Wireless?

[@alfredomayes]

Excellent video! Great review. Does it work wirelessly with Nintendo switch via usb Audio?

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

ERM not something I could try but I doubt it.

[@alfredomayes]

@@TheProvokedPrawn let me know if you discover something ;) thanks in advance!

[@WikiLeaker]

If anyone here (hopefully) have that headset ... Could you tell me if the sidetone stays the same when switching from PC to PS4? wired / wireless 🙏plz

[@rancho5709]

Question, does it work fine for oculas rift s?

[@DarrenCoatesdesign]

You can change the brightness with the white ring around the colour palette in iCue software.

[@moonpisces07]

hello! did you try the corsair virtuoso SE too? Cause I heard that the microphone of the VIRTUOSO is better. Thank you!

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

I did not, but I know someone that did and his mic was fine. The difference between the SE and standard in the old videos was fixed with a firmware update.

[@moonpisces07]

@@TheProvokedPrawn oh, thank you! :)

[@dirkslayer1050]

nice video, i`m near to buy them 😊

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

Glad you liked it. Hope you enjoyed enough to subscribe 😁

[@alfred.clement]

As of 2020 are there any 24-bit/96kHz lossless low latency wireless headphones?

[@nabidisla.5086]

hey I work from home with a MAC if I use the AUX cable does the headset also work on my MAC Computer? I'm very interested in this headset

[@ScarYTAgar]

I would assume it would work

[@iHeartIndieGames]

did you do any post (not on the fly via the blue software) processing to remove the hiss? Almost all other reviews has this grainy hiss on their mic test. Best.

[@iHeartIndieGames]

I didn't realize that you were using it wired... Could that be the reason?

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

I might have normalised the levels but I wouldn't have cleaned the sound as I want people to hear the legit audio. As for hiss I didn't notice any I believe.

[@jamolly8298]

I have ps4 is there anyway to turn 7.1 for console because I play siege also and I need the audio que I’m plat 1 trying to push for diamond

[@nicolaifeldthaus4649]

If you are just buying products, you can switch profiles using other corsair products, like the k70 keyboard, which has a button for it

[@jasiekdabrowski3764]

Is there still an issue with the SE mic being worse then the normal? I am considering getting the SE version but I dont like the idea of paying more for the worse mic . I've heard the issue is caused by the software.

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

Afraid I don't know the answer as I never got to try the SE

[@tidyog3477]

Hey mate, was this audio completely raw from the mic or had you applied EQ to it?

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

I possibly normalised it (so there were no peaks) but otherwise it was untouched :)

[@Bloodyhellfinger18]

Best headphones ever Corsair and over does it over the other headphones this year

[@wouterzonneveld2305]

Nice review!

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

Thanks. Hope you enjoyed enough to sub

[@johnshin18]

Hey provoked prawn! new subscriber here. great content! Thinking of getting the vituoso, i am a pc gamer and an occasional mobile gamer. I would hopefully buy the virtuoso for gaming use and music use, however you did mention that the headset supports usb c to usb c connection. i use a samsung s20 which only has a usb c port, i was wondering if the headset will work just fine with mobile because i read in a reddit post that the virtuoso works well for the first few mins then it would suddenly be highpitched and lose sound until the restarted. Is it worth using mobile usb c to usb c connection? Thanks a lot!

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

Interesting. I've not heard that complaint. I didn't actively use it a LOT with the USB-C to USB-C connection but I can't see why there'd be a problem doing so. Perhaps the complainer had a dodgy headset?

[@yvanm4178]

Hey Provoked Prawn great review, just curious on what your eq settings are for the Corsair Virtuoso’s? Thanks in advance.

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

I'm afraid I used the default settings and simply set it to 96Khz in Windows

[@yvanm4178]

@@TheProvokedPrawn Thank you! Looking forward to the next review 👀

[@SDKLarrabee]

i have a question? is the cord available on the box and slipstream wireless? thanks!

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

Don't understand the question I'm afraid

[@TheCodexNecro]

This mic quality is legendary.

[@koalabreak]

I can use this with aux connected to my phone while connected to the pc. The mic works for phone calls etc. as well on the phone :D

[@RoeiCohen]

Can you please be more detailed? I know im kinda late

[@RoeiCohen]

How do you manage to recive phone calls to the headset while using them wirelessly?

[@koalabreak]

@@RoeiCohen I'm sorry, I returned the headset... It hurt my head 😢

[@RoeiCohen]

@@koalabreak oh, man i hope you got another oair which you love. I want to buy the virtuoso's (they look so nice) but comfortwise its confusing because some people say they are extreamly comfortable and others say the opposite

[@koalabreak]

@@RoeiCohen haha, I just might. Break it in and use it. Kinda waiting for the 2nd gen version of the headset 😊. I hope you find out how to use the aux at the same time... It's been a year since I had my pair of headphones. My mom said it was a little pricy and I should return it. So, sour grapes, I said it hurt my head and returned them. Enjoy👍👍👍

[@KHROMATICxKHAOS]

I just want to know, like every other pair I've owned(including the Astro A50's I own do this), but how often to the drivers crash? This was a HUGE problem with the old Logitechs, audio popping and cutting in and out every 30mins(only using the 7.1 feature, if you turned it off it worked flawlessly). The Astro A50's were a HUGE improvement in terms of basically everything, however, every once in a while the Astro's would still have the drivers crashing(though it was far less frequent and when it does happen it's really quick. More common when battery is low too). I've never been surprised by a pair of headphones and these new corsairs actually have me hyped to see someone actually making a good gaming headphone with a GOOD MIC.

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

I've not had that issue.

[@Connie-Rad]

U can adjust in the settings tab like with all corsair devices :)

[@alex_mcd]

how do i no we the headset is full charge with the led

[@REALITY360]

Brightness can be changed under the Settings area in iCUE

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

Yeah someone else pointed that out. Not sure how I missed it.

[@kaki-8888]

Basically, Pros: Great sound quality (very clear), mic quality (this easily surpasses any gaming headset at the moment), build quality (looks very sturdy and durable) and software option. Cons: Uncomfortable for most people, why? (this is for small/medium head otherwise uncomfortable for big head/ears), wired usb is awkwardly placed (making noise when touching you), lastly you MUST use the software for any changes such as EQ or going 7.1 surround.

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

Did you just do a TL;DW on my video?

[@giphitt3427]

any gaming headset or any wireless gaming headset?

[@marcelllengyelll]

Does the headset give its full quality sound even if it is connected to your pc via the audio jack dongle?

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

Needs to be plugged in with the USB-C cable.

[@Rafaellasvegas]

Decent headset had pros and Cons Cons: My ears got too warm with the Pleather material, the audio had some issues when using the equalizer (The sound seemed to be compressed but then compensated and sounded too loud in the areas you turn down in the equalizer), The earcups would sit on my ears and felt uncomfortable (Probably due to the non oval earcups, and more of a circular shape.) Pros: Premium build, RGB goodness, Detachable Mic, Wireless) Conclusion: Returned after a few days, testing Razer Blackshark V2 Pro. Unless someone is a die hard Corsair fan, I would get a different headset for that amount of cash.

[@wagjkproduction755]

Great review! But this ASMR like narrating and bgm makes me rly sleepy somehow...

[@imanormalgamer8407]

Idk why i think mine sound pretty bad compared to my wired hyperx revolver s. Anyway to change in the icue to sound better?

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

Make sure it's set to 96khz in windows sound settings when in wired mode.

[@stozey.]

Did you use any software to adjust the sound of the mic?

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

No

[@Apollo_Q]

Thanks a lot for the full review via headset mic!

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

Welcome. Hope you enjoyed and subbed

[@Apollo_Q]

@@TheProvokedPrawn sure thing. Was is plugged via usb all that time or dongle?

[@sstelo]

@@TheProvokedPrawn I definitely did haha! This is the most detailed review I've seen for this headset. Thanks a lot!

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

@@sstelo sweet. Thanks for the nice words. Glad I was useful. I try to be thorough but don't get many views :(

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

@@Apollo_Q plugged in. You can see the cable on the right (my left ear)

[@kgraebes88]

ive heard that this standard versions mic is much better than the special editions version, do you have any experience with this?

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

I've heard a firmware update fixed that. A friend had the SE version and his mic was great

[@kgraebes88]

@@TheProvokedPrawn cool! thanks for the fast reply pal

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

@@kgraebes88 no worries

[@chams5154]

really good and full review ty can u try the se version please

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

Alas I cannot. They didn't have any samples to send me. I'm not as important as other reviewers.

[@chams5154]

@@TheProvokedPrawn But your review is better than a lot of other reviewers... life is unfair...

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

You're my favourite person today. Thanks for the kind words. Hope you enjoyed enough to subscribe. Then one day I'll be able to review more :)

[@S0K0N0MI]

The microphone on this thing is nuts. Is that raw recording, or did you do some post processing shenanigans to this video? Also, I wish you'd do a demonstration of wired vs. wireless. Im not a fan of having a rope on my head, so id like to hear what im missing if I go wireless.

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

I probably normalised levels, but that's it. Good feedback though, I'll have to consider that in future.

[@elcangry855]

Can make a video the best amp for pc and ps4 the hig end audio relly nice video keep up

[@ElPoderDeLaR]

Thank god you show how to change the Hz

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

Glad I could help! Return the favour by subscribing? :)

[@joecat7217]

Do you know how many inches it is of the inside the ring/hole? Just wounding cause my ears my be fine. I know you were saying it was tight for you. I just don’t want to skip buying this headset if only because of guess thinking if your ears aren’t comfortable mine will not. I feel like everything else I like about it.

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

Unfortunately I didn't mention it but if you look at other comments on my videos you'll see it's not just me.

[@kennyye63]

I just got the headset and tried wired. It worked at first but then I try downloading the ICUE app then it stopped working

[@misosoup1542]

How do these sound listening to music? I’m tying to find a headset that I can watch and stream stuff (Netflix, KZbin, Spotify) and game ofc. I don’t need a headset that sounds “AMAZING” just..good. So since I want to to other things then just game, should I just get a non gaming headphone and a separate mic? I was just intrigued by this one because they have a decent sounding mic that’s already a part of it, so I don’t my have to carry an extra thing around. And they just look nice lol. So can someone give me some advice lmaoo. I’m so stuck

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

Pretty decent imo. Will you be playing on PC? If so, you probably won't be disappointed.

[@jamesstevens968]

Hi mate i play on the ps4 pro im using the astro a50 gen4 do these. Corsair sound better please let me know thank you mate

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

Watch this kzbin.info/www/bejne/eJe7gXpjg5mfZq8 I think you'll find the answer is yes. But they are not as comfy.

[@Aiikaz]

Thanks for the video, was very handy but was wondering, if it matters what type of USB-C cable is used for the headset? You see I'm also finding the braided cable annoying as it rubs on my clothes so wanted to buy a rubber coated one but I'm not sure if I need a specific cable with a certain data transfer capability or whether any old cable is fine.

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

It probably needs to be able to send data yes. I used a USB-C to USB-C cable, but I suspect a phone charging USB-C cable would work too as they often are able to pass data so you can copy photos and such.

[@Aiikaz]

@@TheProvokedPrawn yeah that's the problem, I don't have a phone charger so was gonna buy the cheap Amazon cable but I don't know if it would be capable hahaha

[@a1an1991]

How do I turn lights on on ps4 battery runs out in like 4hour

[@kinglouie2723]

I am shopping for a new headset and mic and there is so many to choose from. I just don’t know what to get. Being there not cheap it makes it hard to pick the right one. I do a lot of gaming and editing the videos and I need a pair that fits and doesn’t hurt after a couple hours. Thank you for sharing the video. Makes it harder to choose lol

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

If you want comfort and good sound, go for the Astro A40. kzbin.info/www/bejne/e6WXlYSMr5pki7c

[@MrHeadshot1997]

if you want something really good I suggest to just skip gaming headsets and try to go for a philips fidelio x2hr or philips shp9500 (depending on the budget) and get the vmoda boom pro that you can plug directly to 3.5 female on the headphone to make a really good hi-fi headset

[@videowatcher495]

I know I am late to the party, but are the cushions changeable? Also, how did you make the mic so clear? It doesn't sound as clear with other reviews.

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

Apparently you can get them off by twisting them off. As for the mic, that's how it was, I didn't do anything special.

[@videowatcher495]

@@TheProvokedPrawn Wow, I did not expect such a quick response, let alone a response at all. I read that was possible after asking, but the research about putting better cushions on is a different story (aka nothing easy/without voiding warranty). Noted about the mic, thank you.

[@danielgonfer1442]

Just one question, I'm 15 so my head is not so big, are this headset as horrible as they say in terms of comfortableness??? I was thinking in buying them and seeing the reviews of people that says that they have had to return them because their ears hurts, i was thinkking on buying hyper x cloud flight s but in the rest of aspects corsair virtuoso are better. So, people with the corsair, are they that uncomfortable???? Thanks.

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

I think they are but then I have a friend who thinks they're fine. So it's really hit and miss tbh. You might be fine. Depends how big your ears are and how far they stick out.

[@1349LL]

Does the 3.5mm power the headset?

[@djplayem3414]

with the cord length they probably had in mind that you would connect to the keyboard usb port like what you find on the k95 platinum keyboard

[@reinhard.gainzz]

Does the mic sound worse in wireless? Or just the audio? Cheers!

[@nowaynoways584]

Mic sounds worse in wireless, audio is no effected. As far as mic goes it still sounds better in wireless than the majority of other brand

[@heroofharo]

Assuming the ear cups fit you, the base model virtuoso is the best bang for buck mid-high gaming headset imo.

[@bluej511]

Great review, i ordered mine yesterday here in France. I believe the usb-c cable is 1.8m and not 1.5, although i still think it's a bit short but the one I'm currently using on my Sony MDR-1A is 1.5m.

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

The official specs say 1.5 but I didn't measure it tbh, other than to just use it and get the general feeling that it's too short. Thanks for the nice comment though! Hope you enjoyed enough to sub.

[@bluej511]

@@TheProvokedPrawn yea will do. European one says 1.8 usb and 1.5 3.5mm, although not sure 300mm will make much difference.

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

Intriguing. Maybe 1.5 is our punishment for Brexit.

[@bluej511]

@@TheProvokedPrawn oh man i doubt it haha. VIRTUOSO RGB WIRELESS USB wireless transmitter USB charging cable, 1.8m 3.5mm stereo cable, 1.5m Warranty Card Taken straight from here so not sure. I think 1.8m is quite short as well. www.corsair.com/fr/en/Categories/Products/Gaming-Headsets/Wireless-Headsets/VIRTUOSO-RGB-WIRELESS-High-Fidelity-Gaming-Headset/p/CA-9011185-EU#tab-package-contents

[@bluej511]

@@TheProvokedPrawn Alright so I'm using them right now. I measured the USB and came out to 1.9m or 190cm, the 3.5mm is 160cm. Reaches the back of my PC no problem but i do agree, the noise when it rubs on your clothes is so obnoxious. Might replace it with a smooth cable or something eventually. My left earcup seems to be MUCH tighter then the right so I'm hoping over time they loosen up, they don't seem to fit as well as my Sony MDR-1As though. But it's same as any headphone for sound and fit, they need time to break in and the drivers to soften up a bit. P.S. The voice prompts can be turned off under settings of icue, first thing i did. I may even turn off the green LED for the mic for when it's active.

[@JakeStPeter]

I was so sad when I found out I couldn't connect these to my phone through bluetooth ..... ☹️

[@markangelogarcia2584]

this headset or cloud flight??? theyre on d same price

[@itssmoothy3822]

Good night from México, i just have bought the virtuoso, i play on xbox one, and i'm using them in the 3.5 mm conector, and the sound is not that good, the steps can't hear clearly or the shots of a gun (I play rainbow six), they sound like drowned, like if there were a filter on the sound, they are already updated, music is clear, but that is frustrating, what can i do?

[@TheProvokedPrawn]

It's designed to work best on PC. Via 3.5mm you won't get surround sound. There might be a solution though. Try Dolby Atmos. You'll have to pay probably but this might improve the surround sound for you beta.support.xbox.com/help/hardware-network/display-sound/windows-sonic-dolby-atmos-headset-settings-xbox-one