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Recon Chat Headset Review (Xbox One)


Turtle Beach will release their new Recon Chat headset on May 15th for $19.95.

The Recon Chat headset is all about low-cost functionality. In today’s headset market, it’s about as barebones as things come - no sizzle, no bells, and whistles, but it offers crisp, clean chat features at a low price. That said, I wouldn’t recommend it unless you’re in the market for exactly that, just something to stick on your head before you get into a chat-centric game. It’s worth shelling out a few more bucks for something with a few more features, unless you’re mowing through headsets because you keep breaking them or simply looking for the most basic options available at a discount price.

Recon Chat is comfortable. It’s functional. It gets the job done. It’s reasonably priced. If that’s what you’re looking for, you’ve found your match. If you want something more, then consider upping your budget a bit and hunkering down with something more appropriate toward chat-centric play and wear-and-tear. Recon Chat is perfect for the grab-and-go, let’s play a game that has chat features in it user, but ill-suited toward a more hardcore gamer that’s going to be doing a lot of voice.

If you just want to dip your toes into the headset world and you’re not sure what you’re looking for, this is a solid starter set and gets the job done. Once you find your footing, it’s time to consider a higher-grade model that comes with hefty features and killer audio. To learn more, visit the official Turtle Beach website.

Our Opinion: 9 out of 10
Must-Buy


About the Turtle Beach Recon Chat Headset
If it’s time to replace the chat headset that came with your console, then it’s time to get more for your money with the TURTLE BEACH® RECON CHAT headset for Xbox One. The RECON CHAT is lightweight and reversible, and features Turtle Beach’s SpecsFit™ glasses friendly design with a unique open ear-cup that lets you hear game audio from the TV or home entertainment system in both ears (in stereo). Additionally, a high-sensitivity mic ensures your every command is heard loud and clear, while the large 40mm speaker delivers chat audio from other players. The RECON CHAT easily connects to the Xbox One controller via the 3.5mm jack, and in-line controls conveniently place Mic Mute and Chat Volume right at your fingertips.

  • Versatile Compatibility - Works great with Xbox One and PS4™ controllers with the 3.5mm jack, as well as mobile/tablet devices with a 3.5mm connection.
  • Unique Open Ear-Cup - A unique open ear-cup allows gamers to hear game audio from the TV or home theater system in both ears (in stereo), while hearing chat audio from other players through the headset.
  • Glasses Friendly - Turtle Beach’s innovative SpecsFit™ glasses avoidance zone lets gamers with glasses play in comfort, thanks to the special channel in the ear-cushion which alleviates pressure on your glasses from the headset.
  • Reversible Over-Ear Design - Features a full-size ear-cup that can be worn over the right or left ear, whichever is more comfortable.
  • High-Quality 40mm Speaker - A large, high quality 40mm speaker delivers crystal clear chat audio.
  • Crystal Clear Chat - Turtle Beach's renowned high-sensitivity mic picks-up your voice and ensures your every command is heard loud and clear.
  • Convenient In-line Controls - Convenient in-line controls place Chat Volume and Mic Mute right at your fingertips.

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