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SteelSeries 5H v2

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The SteelSound 5H v2 is a headset designed with gamers in mind. SteelSeries' first headset was called the SteelSound 5H, today we test the second version. The new version features even better padding than the old one, to make it more comfortable. Besides that the internal connections were reworked for increased durability, which was a problem with the old version.Read more
Those who read KitGuru on a regular basis will know that we review quite a number of gaming productsRead more
By: Jonathan Kwan October 7, 2006Read more
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Pros

  • it looks and feels better
  • is pretty good and distinct between the high and the low

Cons

  • everything seems to be a bit flushed together
  • Bass lacks a bit in than before
  • remote is slightly darker to match the color of the new headphones

Key specs

  • 40 Ω
  • , 110 dB
  • 16, 28000 Hz
  • Open
  • Stereo
  • On-Ear
  • Wired

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SteelSeries 5H v2 - Pros & Cons

SteelSeries 5H v2

Pros

  • it looks and feels better
  • is pretty good and distinct between the high and the low

Cons

  • everything seems to be a bit flushed together
  • Bass lacks a bit in than before
  • remote is slightly darker to match the color of the new headphones
  • Everything else just seems a bit -- just a bit -- flushed together
  • The microphone cord is extended slightly to accommodate users with larger heads

SteelSeries 5H v2 - Technical Overview

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40 Ω
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590 g
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SteelSeries 5H v2 - Full Specifications

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Technical details
Sound outputStereo
StyleOn-Ear
Connectivity technologyWired
Headset (integrated/enclosed microphone)yes
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Dimensions
Width8.66 in
Depth4.13 in
Height9.84 in
Weight20.81 oz
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Microphone
Microphone typeBoom microphone
Microphone sensitivity-38.0 dB
Microphone frequency75 - 16000
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Design
Colour of product
  • Black
  • White
Acoustic designOpen
CategoryGaming
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Sound
Impedance40.0 Ω
Sensitivity< 110
Frequency range16 - 28000
Diaphragm diameter0.0 in
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Connectivity
Inputs supported3.5mm
Cable length1
Detachable cableyes

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