14 DAY TRIAL // The unusual named Turtle Beach has just unveiled its first headset with noise reduction capabilities, a technology that recently became a trend and then a standard in headphone manufacturing.
The two headsets code-named ANR-10 and ANR-20 can not be considered as being innovative, but they do feature some high-tech performances such as the micro-electronic sensors that diminish the exterior and also the special design of the product that includes an internal placement of the circuitry and batteries. The headphones also come with an AAA battery, but the manufacturer didn't disclose the exact battery life.
These are the main features of the Turtle Beach's latest headsets. Not much, but at a high price - $59 for the ANR- and $99 for the ANR-20.
On the other hand, we have Tritton Technologies' latest Audio Xtreme AX360, one of the industry's first high performance Dolby Digital and Pro Logic certified digital gaming headsets for Xbox, Xbox 360 and Sony PlayStation PS2 console gamers, which has been showcased at e3 expo in May and provides true 5.1 digital, 360-degree surround sound.
The external 5.1 audio controller amplifies each individual speaker providing total control with inline adjustments for front, side, rear, and subwoofer to customize the immersion. Moreover, the AX360's unique rumble effect lets gamers feel the action.
By using the removable microphone that is Xbox Live compatible, gamers can also communicate with the system and other gamers, as they can also hear, because of the system's enhanced features, when their enemies are sneaking up behind them, the roar of engines as they pass the competition, bullets flying from side to side, explosions emitting from all directions over the battlefield, and every nuance of every different environment - no matter what kind of game they're playing.
The Audio Xtreme headphones are already available for $149 through Tritton's distributor network. The AX360 can also support two headsets to share in the audio extremities with secondary headsets available for $59. What do you think?