People that have read some of my reviews will remember my damning review of the Labtec Gaming Fx:1 headset and the experiences of this headset put me off buying another Labtec headset. Now you might be saying how can you do another review on a Labtec headset if you never got another one? Well ... Read review
Left: 2 x 6 pin mini-DIN (PS/2 style) - female, 1 x 4 PIN USB Type A - male - Right: 1 x 4 PIN USB Type A - male, 2 x 6 pin mini-DIN (PS/2 style) - female, 1 x 6 pin mini-DIN (PS/2 style) - female
Advantages: High quality sound an mic Disadvantages: only one ear headphone
...my damning review of the Labtec Gaming Fx:1 headset and the experiences of this headset put me off buying another Labtec headset. Now you might be saying how can you do another review on a Labtec headset if you never got another one? Well the answer is I never got another one, my dad got me another one as a present :s. He didn't know all the trouble with the 1st Labtec headset but I decided to give this headset a go because it was quite a thoughtful ... ...its "troublesome little brother" the Labtec Axis 711 IS comfortable to wear, even after hours of playing because of 3 things. Firstly it has a normal headphone with a comfortable foam like covering that doesn't irate my ear, secondly on the other side of the Headset it has a padded plastic thing that sits above your ear (most of the time I cant even feel it there) and last of all it is adjustable (good for people with big heads like me) more
People that have read some of my reviews will remember my damning review of the Labtec Gaming Fx:1 headset and the experiences of this headset put me off buying another Labtec headset. Now you might be saying how can you do another review on a Labtec headset if you never got another one? Well the answer is I never got another one, my dad got me another one as a present :s. He didn't know all the trouble with the 1st Labtec headset but I decided to give this headset a go because it was quite a thoughtful gift and it looked like Labtec had learned their lesson with "comfortable behind the ear" style headset and made a normal headset.
I started using this headset with a bit of a closed mind but after the 1st couple of hours I was in love with it. The Axis 711 is a superb headset! Nothing like its "troublesome little brother" the Labtec Axis 711 IS comfortable to wear, even after hours of playing because of 3 things. Firstly it has a normal headphone with a comfortable foam like covering that doesn't irate my ear, secondly on the other side of the Headset it has a padded plastic thing that sits above your ear (most of the time I cant even feel it there) and last of all it is adjustable (good for people with big heads like me)
The headset uses a USB connector to connect to the front or back of your computer which is also a good point because it gives very high quality sound in and out (it is a plug and play device too so there is no software, just plug it in and it will work) It also has a very convenient silver box attached to with volume controls and a mute button. On the box it also has a power indicator LED and a mute indicator LED (very useful because it shows you that you actually have muted the mic, I don't know how many times I have thought I have muted the mic on the Gaming Fx:1 headset but actually haven't :( ) The volume control is especially useful because it means you can change the volume of the headset without having to go in and out of games.
Labtec have also sorted out the "wondering mic arm" problem that the Gaming Fx:1 headset had, the mic on the Axis 711 stays put and it on an extremely flexible arm that you can manipulate into allsorts of angles and shapes.
The only bad thing I can think of with this headset is that it only has one headphone on it, some people might think this isn't too much of a bad thing but when you are in a game you get all of the sounds from both left and right in one ear so its a bit confusing to judge the directions of sounds.
Over all this is a very good headset and I would recommend it to semi serious gamers or people that want to use VOIP programs like Skype.
Product Information for "Labtec Axis 711 Headset" »
Headphones
Headphones Type
Headphone - monaural
Headphones Form Factor
Semi-open
Headphones Technology
Dynamic
Connectivity Technology
Wired
Sound Output Mode
Mono
Response Bandwidth
20 - 20000 Hz
In-Cord Volume Control
Yes, Built-in
Connections
Connector Type
1 x USB ( 4 PIN USB Type A )
Remote control
Type
Remote control
Audio Controls
Mute, volume
Manufacturer's product description
Axis-711 high-end headset for high demanding consumers features all-digital USB technology for the best possible sound clarity and superior communications. Labtec has engineered Axis-711 to combine the highest audio input performance with the most comfortable headband. The combination USB and NCAT2 technology offers a crystal-clear audio input, filtering out background noise to deliver the best possible sound. The headset generates a direct digital signal for the highest-quality audio signal. The audio input will never rely on your sound card quality. Plugged directly to the USB connection of your PC, Axis-711 provides the best digital performances, eliminating all the interference created by sound card variations. The result is a crystal clear and crisp digital audio signal. The Axis-711's rotating, pivoting ear pads allow the maximum of adjustability for a tailored fit. These replaceable ear pads feature ultra-soft foam for hours of continuous use. The light and robust headband is perfect for an extensive use, and earphone folds flat for easy storage and travel. This monaural lets you hear peripheral sounds and hold in-person conversations without removing the headset. Its ambidextrous design allows microphone to be used on left or right side. A mute button and volume control switch provide the headset with added convenience.
