Epos H3 Hybrid Gaming Headset Review, BETTER MPG?

[@MidnightSky801]

I recently picked up these headphones and love the sound, the bass and being wired with the music & podcast on bluetooth. This has become my favorite headset in my collection.

[@spaceblayzz3937]

Hi I bought them for my brother but when he uses them to play video games and listen to music they give out a weird „shhhhh“ sound. Did u have the same issue or do u have a solution

[@benny976]

@@spaceblayzz3937 Same :)

[@lomawny]

After 2 days of use, I can safely say that I’ve had absolutely ZERO issues with the mic and not one complaint either. I’m almost wondering if Techne just got a bummed pair sent to him? Other than that, these headphones are great. Comfort is top notch. Sound is AMAZING. Bluetooth is a must have. Not one issue with the mic. I will definitely keep these.

[@SuperMurray2009]

Can you connect these to most consoles by Bluetooth?

[@nismo29]

@Secret Agent Steve Had it since Christmas, works great love it

[@Huardo]

Thank you for this review! So glad I stumbled onto your channel! Super in depth and really solid review and breakdown, very hands on.

[@bhudzieeeee]

got the EPOS GSP 370 and all i can say is easy 100 hours, wireless and amazing sound.

[@lingonberryjam320]

Techne you gotta try these and the gsp 670 as well!

[@S.D1010]

Yes and the sound quality is amazing.. but lately the software is not opening at all

[@bhudzieeeee]

@@S.D1010 i havent had any problems since i got them. software has been stable as well.

[@SuperMurray2009]

Do they connect to phones by Bluetooth

[@diamondheat9]

I just seen these on the website and I hope we see a H6 Hybrid soon.

[@S.D1010]

I have the normal h3 and with time it got more comfortable and the sound and mic is amazing with loads of detail and bass (paired with creative omnisound 5.1).. and i also have the sennheiser gsp 370 and the software is horrendous.. lately it doesn't open at all (tried uninstall repair ) and nothing is working... if they drop their prices a little bit as you said they're better than the most of the competition

[@ali83]

I really love the design of the epos h3, I really hope they make a wireless 2.4 version.

[@SuperMurray2009]

What does 2.4 version do?

[@ali83]

@@SuperMurray2009 It's a wireless connection using a dongle instead of bluetooth.

[@SuperMurray2009]

@@ali83 So you can't play your video games wirelessly?

[@kaleosin7871]

Epos h3pro hybrid

[@nikenanindira2277]

How about the bluetooth ,it s delay or no for pubg in android??

[@madubt]

Crazy that the Bluetooth test sounded the best of all 3 lol! I’m digging the headset though! I own a lot of headsets/IEM’s and this reminds me of my Stealth 700v2’s.

[@TheTechne]

right, I though the same, lol

[@nikenanindira2277]

With the bluetooth ,its delay or not for play pubg in android sir ,,please your answer sir

[@bezellik]

The removable mic is the #1 good thing about these IMO. I don't like most gaming headsets because of the non-detachable mics. I just use a standalone mic. I'm hoping that they continue this trend, supposing they have dedicated wireless 2.4ghz or a wired only version, I'll actually pick up an EPOS headset.

[@jetfuview]

The black version is down to $70 now. That is a great price!

[@ps5.gamer.71]

I got them for £40

[@luigi74362]

This has nothing to do with the video, but if you want the Corsair Virtuoso XT, it's almost $50 off on Amazon right now.

[@Tat_iana277]

found them on amazon at 48 euros, migth get them next month, thanks for the review

[@MidnightSky801]

I really like this headset. Comfy for long playing, great sound and I like the hybrid feature. The hybrid is great for listening to music or podcast while playing. If just wanting to play without music, you can play with them turned off. With EPOS shutting down making gaming headsets, I picked up a 2nd set of H3 Hybrid headset. Out of all my headsets, this is in the Top 3 to use.

[@marounboumelhem3984]

Keep it up dude!

[@TaLibanQ]

Love ur content

[@TheTechne]

thank you so much

[@JZ-sq8sq]

Im comfused. Is it possible to use this Headset wireless with Playstation and Xbox oder is the BT Connection only for the Smartphone etc. ?

[@andreyboyko752]

Epos H3 is so good, my favorite headphones. It's even better than most audiophile hseet like Sennheiser HD600, Neumann NDH 20, Bayerdynamic DT 1990 Pro and so on and so on.... now I use only Epos H3 and Sennheiser ei 100 Pro which is also great in ear, and Sennheiser CX 100 for extra mobility. You dont really need anything else.

[@GamesWizard]

Hey man, Good stuff! Have you seen the H6Pro? They just get released by Epos. I've been holding off buying the Astro A50 due to a lot of users having issues. I want good sound and surround sound. Heard going the DAC and Headset is the way to go. Or am I better wireless for My PC and Xbox? I have earbuds for my phone so I'd use my headphones purely for gaming and any work on my PC.

[@AdmiralAndy]

I just tested the Epos h6 open and closed Version :)

[@GamesWizard]

@@AdmiralAndy how is it?

[@AdmiralAndy]

@@GamesWizard I tested both on the PC with the Soundblaster Z sound card. Both sound really very good, the closed one has more bass and is about 10% louder, the ear cushions are comfortable and you can hardly hear anything from the outside, but after a while it gets warm in the ears. The open ones have less but enough bass, but sound a little flatter overall, but also a little finer and clearer. The ear pads may not seem as soft as the others at first, but they are also comfortable and the ears stay cooler even after long periods of play. You can also hear the outside world, which is useful when the doorbell rings, for example I also like the microphone, I tested it with my other headset (Cooler Master MH751) and the microphone from the Epic H6 sounds almost identical, for me even a tad better. You can't say which is better. If you don't want to hear anything from the outside and want a lot of bass, you should use the closed ones, the open ones are much cooler on the ears and you can hear the environment, sound finer. Each has advantages and disadvantages. I decided on the open version! They also look a little cooler: D It's a really good headset, the price may be a little too high.

[@GamesWizard]

@@AdmiralAndy thanks for the insight 😁❣️

[@AdmiralAndy]

@@GamesWizard no problem :D

[@hsjawanda]

Comprehensive review, thanks! The USB cable seems to be USB-C (headset) to USB-A (computer). Do they include a USB-A to USB-C adapter to connect to computers with USB-C ports?

[@agungsatria230]

Hey man love your content , i’m curious about the bt conectivity is there any delay if you use it in your phone ? If you watch movie or gaming in your phone. And what bluetooth version they have ?

[@lomawny]

Bluetooth 5.2

[@slashz4tw]

audio quality is the same as H6Pro?

[@evo7836]

Just bought a pair of these for work, got them for 60 bucks. Hopefully half as decent as the H3 Pro Hybrid I have for home

[@dustmunch]

I have dongle for this headseat i want to use it with bluetooth on my pc but the sound is so freaking bad even when using a dongle that supports 5.1 bluetooth. Like i had the Virtuoso before if i connect that it is way better there is no diffirence between sound quallity. Why it can be good wireless i am returning them i think and by another corsair one.

[@87detto]

More info on the bluetooth would be nice. It's using 5.2 standard, but can I game with low latency on a windows pc with it? I want to use it as a bluetooth headset for PC but cannot find any info regarding latency.

[@Tech-Synthetic]

I can't seem to find a comparison of the H3 Hybrid and the H3 Pro Hybrid 😭

[@elayaSP]

I was about to bring the HS70, but you said it all!

[@AssassinKID]

There's a H6 Pro, so far reviews says it's great. Can you check it out?

[@moe2079]

The best one in reviews 💝

[@IronStar343]

How are the open backed version of these. Do you need a power amp with it?

[@TheShadowed]

I don't know what I did but mine sound shit. I've downloaded the epos gaming suite and that didn't change anything. any help I'm using USB

[@lomawny]

The Corsair HS70 might be the most uncomfortable headset I’ve ever used and I sent them back after a week. I ordered these a few days ago because because I need Bluetooth and the Turtle Beach 700 Gen 2’s have issues with connecting to IOS and couldn’t get my hands on the Arctis 9’s so I’m hoping these will be the ones. 🤞🏽

[@madubt]

Weird you had problems with 700’s. I’ve had mine since launch and as long as the firmware is good they pair with my iPhone no issues.

[@lomawny]

@@madubt - I did everything possible and it won’t connect to IOS. They have no problems connecting to Android, but forget about it with anything Apple I own.

[@lomawny]

After 2 days of use, I can safely say that I’ve had absolutely ZERO issues with the mic and not one complaint either. I’m almost wondering if Techne just got a bummed pair sent to him? Other than that, these headphones are great. Comfort is top notch. Sound is AMAZING. Bluetooth is a must have. Not one issue with the mic. I will definitely keep these.

[@madubt]

@@lomawny good shit!

[@SuperMurray2009]

@@lomawny Update?

[@pqdavid8583]

good video!!

[@TheTechne]

thank you

[@alexandromelchor5706]

What’s the sound difference from the H6Pro and the H3 Hybrid

[@jackgreen05]

H6Pro is a bit better in sound quality!

[@KeithSwiader]

Does chat still work when using the 3.5mm jack on Xbox? Or is it just audio only?

[@Kool-_-]

I really REALLY want a great mic and a great sound without the surround sound making it terrible. Like have an off or on button to the surround sound that makes it if you turned off the surround sound it well be a great stereo sound is it that hard to make?

[@jragadio]

Epos H3 hybrid on Amazon today (1/10/22) for $152. Good buy?

[@reddeadalien8243]

i love the dude xd great video! great headset!!

[@TX_ShxdowzZ]

can you use the sofware with the h3 non hybrid

[@tonyslander1]

Are you doing a review for the EPOS H6PRO?

[@TheTechne]

yes, just doing some deep testing before I talk about them

[@tonyslander1]

@@TheTechne I'll be waiting for it!

[@DumpsterBug]

@@TheTechne i have one question for the bluetooth.... can it.. connect to the pc.... and able to use mic while it is connected to pc that is all i want to know just for pc use

[@StrangeDoctor_]

Everything was great until the mic test. I dont like it. Looking for crispy natural clear mic

[@michaelnrbygaard3227]

can i use this headset to my Playstation 5

[@ps5.gamer.71]

Yea if you use wired

[@Killuasama07]

I'm using h3 hybrid pro and the sound is Okay. People always talk about how crisp it is and I'm wondering if I'm doing something wrong

[@Killuasama07]

Sound also cut off when playing valorant. When alot of sound is happening, sound turns off more frequently and rarely does it get staticy

[@yfataliityfps3905]

Are you going to review the Pulsar X Lite Wireless?

[@TheTechne]

Thinking about it

[@jonathanloke112]

Well done mate

[@TheTechne]

thank you

[@Nathan.McCurdy]

I was really wondering if the ps5 3d pulse headset was worth it maybe in the future you could review it?

[@Chipsy101]

It’s not worth it

[@DetroitFury]

Overpriced!!!!! Great Review brotha 😎

[@TheTechne]

thanks a bunch man!

[@gregzy789_gaming4]

These or Razer kaira pro? Any comments welcome. 🎮🎧🔥💪🏻 amazing review.

[@Mboy556]

bluetooth sound was the best of em. I kinnda can't belive that haha

[@SubaStar24]

It’s only 99 bucks right now!! 44% off on Amazon!!

[@mikeyhope7577]

I think this is a situation where a lesser known brand (even though they pretty much are the parent company of sennheiser at this point) are judged a bit more harshly than other brands. If this was a Razer or Logitech headset, it would be a top seller and be hyped as hell.

[@stoffe2055]

Not with that mic 😂

[@TheTechne]

not at that price with that mic

[@lomawny]

The Hyper X Cloud Mix is wired at $200 and I’ve watched a couple other reviews on this EPOS and this is the first I’ve heard about the mic having issues.

[@stoffe2055]

@@lomawny listen to gnr frank same there popping mic epos fucked up.

[@lomawny]

@@stoffe2055 - Huh? There was no mic popping on his review and his exact words were that there’s “nothing to write home about” and “gets the job done”.

[@dog6975]

Is it worth it or not cuz I was thinking of getting the HyperX cloud II…only The Techne can comment🙂

[@BoBaggzz]

Just tried these with the PS5 with Tempest on during Spiderman Remastered (3.5 connection), and the sound was tinny and slightly muffled. Huge difference from my Arctis 7's connected via USB. Is there a setting I'm missing or something that should be changed?

[@trollmustard]

Get the fuck outa here witht hose arctis

[@CoachGarcia]

What lol....

[@trollmustard]

@@CoachGarcia lol shit is trash compared to the penrose. Tired if hearing dorks suggesting astros or arctis over the penrose. Clearly have no idea what the fuck they are smoking

[@aargadid100]

How to connect to Xbox s x

[@pc_decisions8764]

I would rather get hd560s or tygr300r

[@clawson32104]

Mic is definitely worse than the regular H3 which were my go to headset. Went back to my Cloud Alpha

[@notkayyyss]

Its 78% discount and i bought it on amazon😃

[@alejo5507]

They got these for 87$ if any1 sees this good deal?

[@tierfit4291]

they are 45$ rn

[@DocRye1228]

Even my old Sennheiser GSP 300 which the EPOS H3 was based on has better sounding mic than this one. EPOS fcked up my beloved headset.

[@romandres7690]

I bought this headset and I was not impressed at all. Returned it right away. Not worth the price. Plenty of headsets way much better for the price.

[@dspeedgaming]

Please compare steelseries arctis 3 2018( less cost) vs arctis 3 2019 vs Sony 710s

[@Pirogkoff]

They are clearly good, let down only the price, it is clearly overpriced, they would have a price of $ 150 or lower, for xbox will make later, yes!

[@stoffe2055]

That poppin in the mic is a big no no! 😱

[@TheTechne]

yeah big time

[@blehmeh3790]

Why can I hear myself?

[@satyanime]

omggg that is a big product

[@romandres7690]

Not even at 150. I think 129 would be fine.

[@hp1799]

I just ordered these yesterday I need them for rainbow six siege I have the Astro a 40s can you buddy help me or you able to lower your teammate voice down in the background while you play the game and focus like the Astro a 40s have game volume and Chad volume candies do the same thing. EPOS-H3PRO Hybrid Wireless Closed Acoustic Gaming Headset for

[@ehqheredia]

I did not like the Mic sound.

[@TheTechne]

yeah, it was bad

[@boneknockgrit2695]

its mic just like that, grand pa. the same awkward sound also found on other reviewers as well. weird product.

[@TheTechne]

?

[@Hk7762Tube]

Price is a killer all the time for me when it comes to EPOS/S... pass.

[@GamesWizard]

I mean, Epos are easily top tier for gaming headphones. So if you want cheap, you're looking at the wrong brand.....

[@dist221]

Yeah but this one doesn't seem to cut it. I mean, you don't seem to be able to go wireless using the usb, the cord needs to be plugged in. So for me Audeze is a better choice

[@Le_Sourpuss]

This headset is not what it seems. It has some serious flaws in my view. This is a wired headset, not wireless. The wireless connection is sub-standard in audio quality and meant mostly for phone conversation use, not so much for music/multimedia. It connects via Bluetooth but using a lower quality codec (SBC) so your bluetooth audio is never going to be that good (and that's the only wireless connection you'll really get because it doesn't have a usb dongle so the only way to play high quality audio is to have it plugged in wired, either 3.5mm jack or usb. And, it will drain battery while connected via 3.5mm jack, which leaves, as the only proper alternative for listening to these canse, (without draining battery) via USB so you're basically stuck with a 200$ wired USB headset. For that money you might as well get the standard EPOS H3 for 100$ and you'll probably get the same sound quality, or you can get the EPOS H6 Pro for 200$ and not only will you be able to hear a better quality audio, you can also listen through your 3.5mm jack without draining batteries. To think I almost spent my money on this on a rushed decision... You might as well spend 100$ on the epos H3 and another hundred on a wired set of cans for your mobile. At least you'll be able to hear tunes with a proper sound while on the go. A cheaper alternative to the EPOS Adapt 660 is the Sennheiser PXC 550 II, which you can pick up for about 200$. It's still better rated than the GSP 670 (which has sublime sound) so that will tell you something about their sound quality which is even better, and it can be used outdoors with your phone. There is a much cheaper headset, the Sennheiser PXC 550 II, which practically identical to the Adapt 660 (same manufacturers), has almost all the same features and sound quality, but with the main difference that it doesn't have a USB dongle (so it'll be complicated if you're planning to use it on a locked work PC) and has a few connectivity features but it's much cheaper. It has the same sound quality as the Adapt 660 and equally high quality standard 5.0 Bluetooth wireless sound quality for music/multimedia featuring the most important codecs. This latter one is high quality wireless at a budget. Too bad I need a USB dongle...

[@StickyGeko]

You literally copy and pasted that on every h3hybrid review

[@Le_Sourpuss]

@@StickyGeko not a literal copy paste, but yeah, I pasted some short parts so that I didn't have too much trouble writing it. I had adapt most of the text though. I just wanted to warn people so they won't make a rash decision without knowing these very important details, because I almost bought this headset myself and that would have sucked. Just trying to help people out.

[@StickyGeko]

@@Le_Sourpuss I'm sure people see it's a wired headset say for Xbox/ps with th le bonus you can connect it your phone via BT to make/receive calls/listen to music etc

[@Le_Sourpuss]

@@StickyGeko I don't think you read what I wrote, otherwise you wouldn't be giving me this answer. Did you read the part where I mention the fact that the Bluetooth on this set is basically handicapped and not up to scratch for anything other than talking (not acceptable for audio or multimedia) due to the low-performance codec it's limited to? And I'm not as sure as you are that what you are saying is what people see on this headset. It's not what I saw. I think it's what You see on this headset, and you extrapolated it from your point of view to everyone else's. I mean, that's not how it's even being sold. It's being marketed as a headset for all devices, including PC but it's pretty underwhelming regardless of what you pitch it as, especially for the price. The first thing people assume when they see this headset (including me) is that it has a USB dongle. It's a reasonable assumption since pretty much all headsets with any wireless capability have a USB dongle, for wireless PC use, which as you know, doesn't happen with this model, which is an exception to this rule (negatively speaking). Another assumption people will definitely make (and which you clearly did) is that the Bluetooh on this device is actually acceptable for music/multimedia... And what is the point of walking around outside with a headset that size if you're only going to use it for talking? I mean if the only special thing on these is their ability to be used by Xbox, then they're not so special.

[@StickyGeko]

@@Le_Sourpuss I get you, but how bad can it be over Bluetooth for music? Is it THAT bad? I'll probably never find out as I'm looking at the h6pro/pc38x, just can't make up my mind and see these other headsets get mentioned so take a look. The h3 here is £89 on Amazon and as low as £65 on ebay where as the h6pro are £150 and pc 38x is £175 on amazon. I did have the Xbox wireless headset, loved the wireless and Bluetooth hut hated the sound quality. Currently using some a40s gen2 but don't like the sound of them

[@moezeldinelgreatly]

same

[@AdmiralAndy]

Yadi yadi yada ? 🤣

[@hollowheart6537]

🌼

[@EDITH-h4c]

Early

[@Hobbes64343]

4th !

[@dspeedgaming]

Please compare steelseries arctis 3 2018( less cost) vs arctis 3 2019 vs Sony 710s

[@dspeedgaming]

Please compare steelseries arctis 3 2018( less cost) vs arctis 3 2019 vs Sony 710s

[@dspeedgaming]

Please compare steelseries arctis 3 2018( less cost) vs arctis 3 2019

[@dspeedgaming]

Please compare steelseries arctis 3 2018( less cost) vs arctis 3 2019