news 28 Posted September 30, 2008 Everything USB is pleased to announce our Creative HS-1000 Fatal1ty USB Gaming Headset Review Audio without wires might be a good thing for some gamers, but anyone who suspects that there might be the merest possibility of wireless interference will run for the hills before bringing a wireless headset to battle. If nothing else, the HS-1000 shows that Creative knows their market: the headset shares many of the features of its HS-1200 wireless sibling - including the use of X-Fi technology as its sound processor - while soothing the fears of the hardcore by using a wired connection (and obtaining the endorsement of Johnathan "Fatal1ty" Wendel). However, the two headsets are not the exact same product - today, we'll be looking at (and comparing) the differences. http://www.everythingusb.com/creative-hs-1000-fatal1ty-usb-gaming-headset-15106.html Verdict: Creative's Fatal1ty-endorsed gaming headset improves upon a few of the problems of its wireless counterpart, and is a very strong product that stands well even without comparison. Unless you desperately need a wireless headset when you game, the HS-1000 is our new gaming headset of choice. Pros: + Comfortable fit + Ear cups that surround the ear + Consistent surround across different standards + Good controls + Good general use product Cons: - Poor documentation - Microphone levels are fairly low - Detachable microphone - Control LED has a design flaw - Installation problem in Vista Regards, Ian Chiu Managing Editor, Everything USB http://www.everythingusb.com/ Share this post Link to post
