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The Tritton Detonator does everything you could want and more, they’ll work on your Xbox, PC, MP3 player and just about anything that supports a 3.5mm jack. That’s a lot of use for a headset that will only set you back £60 (£79), let me explain why you need them.
For looks the Detonators definitely get top marks, mix in equal parts angular and curvy and finish with a glossy plastic finish and you’ve got a headset which looks intimidating, in the good way. Backing up the good looks is a quality build, he headset is sleek and sturdy and you can rest assured they’re not going down without a fight. The microphone is one aspect that lets the build quality down slightly, since they’re also designed to be standard headphones the microphone is removable. An excellent choice in terms of increasing your options, but it results in a microphone that feels slightly fragile.
Whilst we’re on the subject of the mic, it’s somewhat inconstant at picking up voices. Put the microphone too close and your friends get an earful of your breath but move it slightly further away and it struggles to register you effectively. It took quite a while but I eventually managed to contort the flexible microphone stalk into a shape that would support a constant conversation without my end being choppy. The selective voice monitoring function helped a lot in this process, its a nice option that lets your monitor your own sound, definitely useful in judging appropriate microphone placement. Once they’re set up to your liking they work well, it’s just awkward to get them to a properly functioning state.
Sound-wise the headset is outstanding, supporting a 50mm speaker in each ear it can reach skull splitting levels of awesome. The stereo split is just wide enough to accurately represent distances in game but still close enough as to not be jarring. As the headset is entirely wired there’s never a need for replacement batteries or the worry of interference, though there is a slight buzz if you charge your controller whilst using them. The 50mm speakers kick out the kind of bass that seriously rocks you to your core, crank them up to full and you’ll feel like there’s a kick drum in your head and though it occasionally muddies up the higher range it’s not a huge problem. The only place the sound quality could do with improving is the voice communications, conversations over Xbox live can be a bit of a hassle as voices don’t always come through with the same clarity as the game/music channel. Mix this with the aforementioned microphone issue and it can get a little tiresome.
Lastly comes comfort, it’s an important aspect for a pricey gaming headset but unfortunately the detonators clock in decidedly average. They’re far from uncomfortable, the padding on the ear cups is soft and comfortable but they’re isn’t enough of it. They don’t hurt and they don’t crush your head it’s just you’ll definitely notice they’re there as they carry a little extra weight, something that could grind over a long session.
Conclusion
For the price they cost the Detonators do a lot more than the competition, they include outstanding audio quality, an impressive aesthetic style and give you plenty of options for use. They’re let down by some slight flaws but there’s nothing to make you feel disappointed, quite the opposite. This is the kind of headset you brag about, but that’s what you get when you buy Tritton. While they may have some communication issues they’re definitely deserving of the official Xbox stamp they bare. The sound quality definitely deserves one more mention, they’re called detonators for a reason, the weight and volume that they’re capable of alone makes them worth purchasing.
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Very poor company, lacking customer service.
Build quality is hit and miss, and warrranty support nil.
if it works for a while its probably a good sound but do you want to buy a product that’s a gamble on day 1?
All maufacturing/physical defects are not covered at all by warranty, but when has a reviewer for a gaming peripheral commented on real world practicalities/bang for the buck?
I appreciate your comments Ron, however allow me to retort.
Admittedly no the practicalities of warranty support aren’t something that gets considered in the review process, but you’d have to stretch to find a review that did. As far as build quality goes the Detonator headset is sound, it’s unlikely to break unless you really were attempting to break it, in which case warranty isn’t an issue now is it?
The review addresses all aspects of the products day-to-day use , in my mind this headset is definitely worth the moderate price tag, considering it’s incredibly varied use. But i covered that in the review so it seems slightly redundant to point that out.
However i do appreciate you’re input Ron, make sure to keep an eye on future product reviews in-case we missed something semantically null as i appeared to have in this one!
Sincerely,
David Geeson.
Hi David, got a couple of questions if you don’t mind.
How loud can these headsets go? and how loud does it go before it distorts”
Also if you’ve tried Astro a40′s, what would you prefer in terms of sound quality?
Hey Ibby, of course i don’t mind!
I’ve actually never noticed any distortion, right up to full volume output. As for the astro a40′s, i haven’t actually used them so i couldn’t compare directly.
Hope this helped,
David.
I just received them and hooked them up properly. They are not my very first headsets. I can listen to myself with the SVM but it isn’t going to send the sign to the controller? or the xbox.. Idk.. I’ve experimented with all the troubleshooting. An Individual that has had this dilemma help?
Also it appears like the wireless sign from the x41′s may be interferring with my wifi signal for my 360, kind of want a wired headset, are the Tritton Detonators my greatest choice? My budge is about 80 dollars
Hey Jairo,
If you’re looking a t a budget of around $80 I’d be hard pressed to find of significantly higher quality than the detonators. There are similar value/quality headsets from other companis that are definitely comparable.
Really it comes down to brand preference.
You can’t go far wrong with the detonators though!
can you use tritton ax720 amps on tritton detonators
There is practically nothing mistaken with the headset, no cords damaged or anything. Ive gone through all my preferences, I cant hear people, then for a split second I can. I dont want to buy a new headset
Hey Ruby,
If there’s an issue like you’re describing then it’s most likely going to be the wire that goes from the front of your xbox into the headset junction.
I’ve been having a similar issue with mine recently, though they don’t appear damaged I sometimes lose connection.
The other night time (Monday) it was chilly and I employed them for my iPod. I left them in the car for about an hour and a half, then arrived back and used them again. I don’t know if this has anything at all to do with it, but i am possibly heading to take them back on Monday. If any individual can assist me determine it out prior to then, preferrably today, that would be fantastic. The issue with them is that the microphone on them will not choose up my voice. It began yesterday, and it was only occasionally that it would not operate then. Now it just refuses to perform at all. The speakers however perform totally fine. I’ve experimented with unplugging everything and plugging it again in, I’ve blown out the ports on every end of the headset. I never know what else I can do other than return it and get some Turtle Beaches. I have also had these for significantly less than a month so I am specifically angry simply because of that part. Any Individual who can support please do. Thanks!!!
I am choosing among these two headsets? Which one particular has the best audio quality, will final the longest with out breaking, and which one’s microphone can i use without having having to speak as well loud? I am leaning a lot more in the direction of the turtle seashores though
I Am seeking to buy a headset that is $50 or less. These look to be the ideal that I’ve found, and I’m getting a difficult time choosing. Also, do you recommend any other headsets underneath $50? Many Thanks in advance, Andrew.
I just got them and hooked them up properly. They aren’t my first headsets. I can hear myself with the SVM but it doesn’t deliver the sign to the controller? or the xbox.. Idk.. I’ve tried all the troubleshooting. Someone that has had this dilemma help?
There is nothing improper with the headset, no cords broken or anything. Ive gone via all my preferences, I cant hear people, then for a split 2nd I can. I dont want to buy a new headset
I am determining amongst these two headsets? Which 1 has the very best audio quality, will previous the longest with no breaking, and which one’s microphone can i use without getting to communicate much too loud? I am leaning far more in the direction of the turtle seashores though
I want a headset for my Xbox 360 but never know which would be best. I would desire a Turtle Beach rather of Astros. I would also acquire a Tritton. But I want 1 for much less than $60. Which Is my budget. I know you most likely cannot get any great types with that price but I went an amazon and noticed Turtle Seashores going all the way up to the x31′s for that budget. There is also a Tritton Headset referred to as the Detonator. So the Tritton Detonator vs. the Turtle Seaside x31? If you have any other recommendations that might price an extra buck or two than that is fine. Thanks.
I am deciding among these two headsets? Which one has the best audio quality, will final the longest without breaking, and which one’s microphone can i use with out acquiring to speak as well loud? I am leaning far more towards the turtle seashores though
The other evening (Monday) it was chilly and I employed them for my iPod. I left them in the car for about an hour and a half, then arrived again and utilized them again. I never know if this has anything at all to do with it, but i am possibly heading to get them back again on Monday. If anybody can aid me figure it out ahead of then, preferrably today, that would be fantastic. The issue with them is that the microphone on them will not choose up my voice. It began yesterday, and it was only sometimes that it would not perform then. Now it just refuses to work at all. The speakers even so operate totally fine. I’ve experimented with unplugging everything and plugging it again in, I’ve blown out the ports on every single end of the headset. I never know what else I can do other than return it and get some Turtle Beaches. I have also had these for significantly less than a month so I am particularly indignant because of that part. Any Individual who can assist please do. Thanks!!!
There is nothing at all mistaken with the headset, no cords damaged or anything. Ive gone through all my preferences, I cant hear people, then for a split 2nd I can. I dont want to get a new headset
what is far better for cod and other basic games. turtle seashore x11 or tritton detonator?
Im searching to get a new headset for use with xbox and pc and these looked quite good. + were can I acquire them in the uk? thanks
Im searching to get a new headset for use with xbox and pc and these seemed quite good. + ended up can I acquire them in the uk? thanks
what is greater for cod and other basic games. turtle seaside x11 or tritton detonator?
I Am looking to acquire a headset that is $50 or less. These look to be the greatest that I’ve found, and I Am getting a challenging time choosing. Also, do you suggest any other headsets underneath $50? Thanks in advance, Andrew.
what is far better for cod and other standard games. turtle seaside x11 or tritton detonator?
The other night time (Monday) it was chilly and I utilized them for my iPod. I left them in the vehicle for about an hour and a half, then came back and utilised them again. I don’t know if this has something to do with it, but i am almost certainly going to get them again on Monday. If anybody can help me determine it out prior to then, preferrably today, that would be fantastic. The difficulty with them is that the microphone on them will not pick up my voice. It started out yesterday, and it was only occasionally that it would not operate then. Now it just refuses to perform at all. The speakers even so perform completely fine. I’ve tried using unplugging everything and plugging it again in, I’ve blown out the ports on every stop of the headset. I do not know what else I can do except return it and get some Turtle Beaches. I have also had these for much less than a month so I am particularly indignant since of that part. Anyone who can support make sure you do. Thanks!!!
I am seeking to purchase a new headset for my xbox 360, but it would be fantastic if it was appropriate with my ps3 as well. Wireless is preffered but i dont head wired viewing as i want them to be from 50 – 100 dollars. I am making an attempt to choose between turtle beaches or tritton and wished to know which 1 is better. I am speciffically seeking into the turtle seashore xp21 and tritton set off or detonator.
I am determining between these two headsets? Which one has the ideal audio quality, will final the longest with no breaking, and which one’s microphone can i use without acquiring to converse also loud? I am leaning more in direction of the turtle beaches though
what is much better for cod and other basic games. turtle beach x11 or tritton detonator?
There is practically nothing incorrect with the headset, no cords damaged or anything. Ive gone via all my preferences, I cant listen to people, then for a split second I can. I dont want to buy a new headset
I may well be promoting my Xbox 360(Comes with all the Cables), Tritton Detonators, and a Customized Xbox360 Controller. The Tritton Detonators, Gaming Headphones, i received for $60, and the controller i obtained for $116, The game titles that im gonna also be adding in about 10 games, some of the major game titles are Skyrim, MW3, MW2, COD4, Halo Reach, Halo 3. If a person could give me an estimate of how a lot i could get out of this, that would be awesome! Thanks!
I just located out that my Xbox is all White with a Silver plate for the disk generate which helps make it an Xbox 360 Professional i believe….
Gonna add much more stuff: I also have 2 Rechargeable battery packs, with the rechargeable stand. And the games are: NPPL Championship Paintball 2009, Phone Of Duty Globe At War, Red Dead Redemtion, MW3, Halo 3 Multiplayer+ ODST, Sims 3 Pets, MW2, COD4, PGR4(Project Gotham Racing), Medal Of Honor, Halo Reach, Skyrim, And Still Left 4 Dead 2, I also have Rock Band 2 with a Guitar and Drum Set.
I want a headset for my Xbox 360 but will not know which would be best. I would choose a Turtle Beach instead of Astros. I would also acquire a Tritton. But I need 1 for less than $60. Which Is my budget. I know you most likely can’t get any good ones with that value but I went an amazon and noticed Turtle Seashores likely all the way up to the x31′s for that budget. There is also a Tritton Headset called the Detonator. So the Tritton Detonator vs. the Turtle Seaside x31? If you have any other suggestions that might value an further buck or two than that is fine. Thanks.
The other night time (Monday) it was chilly and I utilized them for my iPod. I still left them in the vehicle for about an hour and a half, then came back again and used them again. I do not know if this has something to do with it, but i am most likely going to get them again on Monday. If any individual can support me figure it out before then, preferrably today, that would be fantastic. The dilemma with them is that the microphone on them will not decide on up my voice. It started out yesterday, and it was only at times that it would not function then. Now it just refuses to function at all. The speakers however perform absolutely fine. I’ve attempted unplugging every thing and plugging it again in, I’ve blown out the ports on every single end of the headset. I will not know what else I can do other than return it and get some Turtle Beaches. I have also had these for much less than a month so I am specifically indignant since of that part. Anyone who can help make sure you do. Thanks!!!
I am deciding among these two headsets? Which one particular has the best sound quality, will final the longest with no breaking, and which one’s microphone can i use without having having to communicate also loud? I am leaning much more towards the turtle beaches though
merely yes or no will perform but it will be also wonderful if you notify me how. The GameStop guy informed me that it works for PC but now i cant determine out how to make it work.
I’ve examine on several areas that the newer Detonator’s attribute 50mm speakers with a better bass response, but I’ve never actually heard if they sound greater than any other Tritton headphones. I have AX180′s and AX720′s, and they each sound great, but the speakers of the Detonator’s have been explained to be much better.
Also it seems like the wireless sign from the x41′s might be interferring with my wifi sign for my 360, kind of want a wired headset, are the Tritton Detonators my greatest choice? My budge is about 80 dollars
with price out of the way, which one should i get for my xbox 360
I use Xbox 360 and need it to connect to pc as well only educated answers please ^-^ thanks- Nick
simply yes or no will work but it will be also nice if you tell me how. The GameStop guy told me that it works for PC but now i cant figure out how to make it work.