Alienware TactX Headset Review

[Pieishman]

I got it for $40 I think

[rossingkje]

is this headset worth it?is the sound quality and the quality of the headset itself good? or is is just some overpriced alienware product?

[anudragon]

@rossingkje sup?

[Mrcool9152]

You would think that the headset that coming from alienware would be exspensive sens it's top notch stuff

[ThePinkyPenguin]

@GamenMetMees yes it has a retractable mike which is quite usefull because if you would just like to watch videos or listen to music you can just pull it out or in the headset.

[ystoh133]

is this designed by steel series? because they look exactly the same as the steelseries 5hv2 headset just that they have different logos printed on them.

[ThePinkyPenguin]

@ystoh133 no it is made by Alienware it is just similar to the 5hv2 headset all it has that is different is the Alienware logo located on each side of the of the headset.

[Mehecanogeesir]

@GamenMetMees

can you work up enough patients to watch the whole video? *GASP*

[RSImGoD]

@GamenMetMees Yes its retracted

[GruntStyle]

They are an ok headset. Ive had mine about 9 months. And the speakers aren't nearly as crisp as Day 1. They really are just all looks on the outside. Inside its crap. Hmmm, like most Alienware.

A few hours ago the left ear went out. I have to wiggle the cord around to get the audio to. Im very careful with my gaming gear and only I use it. Im just going to upgrade to some good Sennheiser's. These are now just garbage to me. Maybe I can take them apart and re-solder the cheap wiring for now.

[shadowfire6497]

@GruntStyle 9 months? Seems like you got your moneys worth.

[GruntStyle]

@shadowfire6497

I think I got them for $40 because I also bought an Alienware optx gaming monitor.

So ya, moneys worth is what I got. My main reason for commenting is so people don't jump all over these as an uber headset. Hence my opinion they are an "OK" headset.

Very few headsets out there really deserve the high praise they get. Most are reviewed by folks who don't know what good headsets powered by a proper sound card really produce.

There is a major difference when its all balanced :)

[funnyjunk225]

is that your computer taking off in the background noise. lovely computer though. got an m14x myself and the fans on it do rev like a ferrari

[stephensph71]

i have an M15x myself and i love it but your computer is amazing man, that thing has to be powerful as crap

[911bobiscool]

OMG U PLAY STARCRAFT!!!

[vizzze1]

it's just same like SteelSeries 5Hv2 but it has a better sound

[Mrproslayer1]

but does it blend?

[MrRetardss]

what about for music?

[JMBCommandeR]

Great Review+Great Cam+Great Mic+Clear Voice+Nice Setup = :D

Whatmore can anyone ask from a review :D

[jubjub509]

fucking hell your new alienware system is a beast!

[erne57]

hey i need help should i buy this one or razer orca?

[bannanaguyTan]

does this headset come with a usb adapter?

[sconder09]

is it surround sound?

[xtragal3]

Im not so fan of gaming headphones as Beyerdynamic and sennheier are much better for overall use.

But i am considering getting a gaming headphone too

Do Tact-X has a Mic?

Btw I have a Alienware 2310 3D monitor and Alienware Tact X keyboard

For mouse i choosed Razer naga molten is just perfect didnt like much the alienware mouse design.

So is this Headphones made by Steelseries or they just copied design?

[xtragal3]

Lol I see it has mic had not just watched the whole video when responding :)

[HunterPiazza]

I just got it in the mail today and tried it out. This. Headset. Sucks. Balls.

[lillepackerd]

looks exacly like 5h steelseries

[WoRDMouF90]

Is that the Antex 1200?? Kind of looks different on the side window..

[SneakZakattack]

i have this head set for me m17x but when i try to talk to people i can only here them in one jack port and in the other only sound HOW DO I FIX?

[Chiliplease]

the microphoone looks like a dick

[gruosd]

@Chiliplease your dick must be messed up

[efwickedsick]

i play cs 1.6 would u recommend this headset for this game?

also u like this headset over 5h and maybe if u used siberia v2? ty

[mil2040]

thanks for the review, very good and complet

[kevinsmammaxd]

5hv2 rip off

[minecrafter102]

Nice review but i know this is really unmature but i really dont care so at 2:48 the mic piece looks like a penis and everybody has to admit that

[thegameguy1000]

The mic is mono or stereo?

[thegameguy1000]

Is the mic good for videos on youtube?

[exlHD]

@thegameguy1000 If you have the answer, then please let me know.

[domageddon]

Great review. Glad I bought it!

[Michaelmop]

Damn I'd buy a fan controller for your fans, 'cause that thing makes a hell lotta noise.

[TheSomeone77177]

Hey, i might get this but i have a question..

Does the wire curl? because i hate when i have to pull on the wire to make it go straight..

Please reply

Thanks! :D

[GameRocketBug]

Can someone who has this tell me if the qquality is good. Cuz I listen to lots of music so I want high quality sound :)

[OneLittleThe]

Yea...i just bought this on E-bay....:D and i also have the Mouse and laptop m15x but no keyboard and backpack! :(

[shanesull182]

can these be linked to a xbox in any way?

[Nestalios]

Really nice review, i might buy one i just searched for headset review and found this i think im gonna buy it :D

[Dg0Nazi]

i got this headset from the dell website for $59.99

[nimkal]

@Dg0Nazi I got this headset for $38 off dell :) yay

[Mrcool9152]

@Dg0Nazi Yeah i saw that on the website it was pritty cheap

[patrykponichtera]

Is this headset good for movies?

Can you buy something better for less money?

There is a big difference from 30$ headsets?

I just bought an m17x and i was wondering to buy a headset too, i was considering those because the headset would match my laptop in design.

Great review :D i loved it

[JakeNims1305]

@patrykponichtera I would say just buy the TactX headset because its a high quality headset that you dont need to spend 100's of dollars on it. Also I would match your laptop.

[IPrussian]

subbed! 

[Thesilveredge1]

lol i was listening to this with my Alienware TactX Headset and my mouse is the same as yours :D

[tomstechca]

@Thesilveredge1 Very nice =)

[Triggymash]

@tomstechca Hiya, I've misplaced my extension chord and I have no idea where to purchase another extension chord. Would you know where?

[tomstechca]

@HelpFromReJY Actually, the sound quality is dependent on the audio itself, which you're right about. But even great sounding audio can sound like crap with poorly insulated wires using low-conductivity metals. That CAN degrade sound quality, even if the source quality is good.

[Skunbunnys]

Great video, I shall subscribe. I'm immensely psyched to get my Alienware setup

[tomstechca]

@Skunbunnys Thanks! =) Have fun with your AW machine, they're a blast.

[randomfilms808]

im getting the alienware m14x soon and im wondering if i should get the keyboard added on and this mic tell me what you think and also should i get 1.5 gigs of nvidia graphics of 3.0 gigs please get back to me asap thank you and i will sub you=)

[tomstechca]

@randomfilms808 Hey there =) Firstly thanks for watching and subbing. Secondly, the keyboard is really up to you. I have always found it somewhat difficult to play on laptop keyboards, not because of possible flex, but just because of its size in comparison with my bear-sized paws. Personally, I would opt for an external keyboard (though Alienware's keyboards feel smooth, quiet, and responsive). If possible, go with 3gb nVidia, with 1.5 as your alternative. More dedicated vram=more horsepower :)

[Computerlover1994]

@tomstechca does this headset support surround sound ?? and if they don't support it then what do you recommend

[tomstechca]

@Computerlover1994 No surround sound. However I would recommend the Steelseries Siberia V2 headset, using the USB built in sound card and support for virtual 7.1. The surround is not "real" - the sound is virtualized and produced to mimick the sound of someone coming from behind for instance- but the sound quality is very good, and the surround is very believable at times. Would not recommend those for anything other than FPS games though.

[Computerlover1994]

@tomstechca Thanks man this was helpful 

[tomstechca]

@Computerlover1994 Very welcome m8, thanks for the comment!

[Computerlover1994]

i am getting the 7H the non usb version my question is that will it give me 7.1 surround sound with the asus G73SW stock sound card or what?? cause am getting them both i hear that the G73SW sound card supports 7.1 surround but i am not sure or i just have to get the usb version anyway even if i have a sound card that supports 7.1 technology ??

[tomstechca]

@Computerlover1994 If the box says 7.1, it supports 7.1 - but not TRUE 7.1. The USB sound card emulates the surround sound for a stereo setup and makes you feel like you are getting surround. In my opinion it's great- and works really well, especially for the call of duty series of games. Keep in mind though, that regardless of virtual or real, if it doesn't say it supports it on the box, it most likely just doesn't support it at all. Good luck.

[nineinchrod]

good reviews no negative feed back, very nice headset

[tomstechca]

@nineinchrod Many thanks!

[davidgood121]

it looks like the steelseries 5h v2

[tomstechca]

@davidgood121 Yeah it's designed after the 5h V2. Basically the same thing. Very comfortable.

[MMCGServer]

those this headset work for any ps3 or xbox cosules

[tomstechca]

@MMCGServer If you have the proper adapters, yes. Just look for a 3.5mm adapter for your console and you should be fine. (Most consoles have propriatery connections that you can only use with their branded cables, so an adapter is necessary in most cases).

[VictorsMod]

Nice review :)

[tomstechca]

@VictorsMod Thank you =) Feel free to subscribe, many more reviews/unboxings to come =) Cheers!

[VictorsMod]

@tomstechca Subed :D

[jimmyhoffa9]

@tomstechca it wasn't designed after the steelseries headsets, it is a steelseries headset, with a slightly different alienware like design, but exactly the same in specs etc. Still, it goes better with a sick alienware setup than the steelseries do. . .good review.

[tomstechca]

@VictorsMod Thank you =D