Впечатления от использования
Для работы комплектной звуковой карты не требуется установка драйверов – ОС Windows 10 сама всё установит. Но для полноценного использования звуковой карты нужно установить фирменное приложение CorsairiCUE, оно едино для всех продуктов этого бренда.
Из настроек пользователю Corsair HS60 доступен лишь десятиполосный эквалайзер с пятью предустановками и ручными режимами, а также функция виртуального объёмного многоканального звука. Но давайте обо всём по порядку. Для начала мы проверили звучание гарнитуры с использованием фирменной звуковой карты с настройками эквалайзера по умолчанию. Первое что бросается в глаза (точнее, в уши), так это небольшой запас по громкости (даже при максимальном уровне совершенно спокойно можно слушать музыку и не испытывать особого дискомфорта) и очень небольшую отдачу низких частот. Фактически, басы всё время находятся на втором плане и совершенно не выделяются, и лишь при максимальной громкости они как-то обретают объём и харизму. Высокие частоты местами кажутся резковаты, и если и вмешиваться в эквалайзер – то лучше их немного убавить. А вот средние частоты, что называется: «то, что доктор прописал». Они чёткие, без каких-либо провалов. А, как известно, именно этот диапазон и является самым важным в играх, так как именно на него приходится основная часть звуков и аудио эффектов. Включение виртуального 7.1 многоканального звука не даёт прироста качества звуку – да, появляется некоторое подобие объёма, многоканальности, но верхние частоты становятся более резкими, и на наш взгляд оно того не стоит.
Что касается микрофона, то к нему претензий нет совсем – голос звучит благородно, чувствительность достаточная, но есть одна проблема – в микрофон проникают звуки из наушников. То есть ваши собеседники будут слышать, что у вас звучит в наушниках, пусть и тихо. Проблема, на самом деле, достаточно часто встречается, и как показывает практика, она не всегда кроется в самой гарнитуре. Так что мы подключили Corsair HS60 к встроенной звуковой карте материнской платы ASRock Fatal1ty H370 Performance нашей тестовой системы. В ней используется аудиокодек ALC1220, фактически, топовый на сегодняшний день, и дающий максимально доступное качество для интегрированной звуковой карты. И что же мы услышали? Тут же появились низкие частоты, которых так не хватало, пропали резкие призвуки в ВЧ, полностью исчезло проникновение звука из наушников в микрофон. Более того – увеличился запас по громкости. У нас такое впервые, чтобы игровая гарнитура комплектовалась внешней USB звуковой картой, которая уступает встроенному аудиокодеку (пусть и топовому).
Что касается эргономики, то в Corsair HS60 всё вытекает из габаритов. Наушники большие, они полностью охватывают уши, а в первое время сила прижима кажется несколько чрезмерной. Но буквально через пару часов использования полностью к ним привыкаешь, и появляется то приятное чувство, когда ты практически не ощущаешь гарнитуру на голове.
Our Verdict
6.6
Mixed Usage
The Corsair HS70 Bluetooth are alright for mixed use. They’re comfortable, well-built, and offer 24 hours of continuous battery life, making them well-suited for long commutes or days at the office. However, they struggle to isolate noise around you and can also fall off your head if you’re exercising. Their excited sound profile may also not be suitable for neutral sound right out-of-the-box. That said, they’re good for wired gaming as they have companion software so you can customize their sound, and their boom mic has a good overall performance.
Pros
- Comfortable fit.
- iCUE companion software with graphic EQ and presets.
Cons
- Inconsistent bass and treble delivery.
- Poor noise isolation performance.
6.6
Neutral Sound
The Corsair HS70 Bluetooth are fair for neutral sound. They have a very excited v-shaped sound profile that delivers extra boom and brightness. However, some users may find they sound muddy and piercing. They also have inconsistent bass and treble delivery. If you prefer a different sound profile, their companion software offers a graphic EQ and presets to help tweak their sound.
Pros
- Comfortable fit.
- iCUE companion software with graphic EQ and presets.
Cons
- Inconsistent bass and treble delivery.
- Poor noise isolation performance.
See our Neutral Sound Recommendations
6.4
Commute/Travel
The Corsair HS70 Bluetooth are acceptable for commute and travel. They’re comfortable, support Bluetooth so you can listen to audio from a smartphone, and have over 24 hours of continuous battery life. However, they’re also bulky, which can make them hard to take with you on-the-go, and they really struggle to block out bass-range noise like bus or plane engines.
Pros
Comfortable fit.
Cons
Poor noise isolation performance.
See our Commute/Travel Recommendations
6.9
Sports/Fitness
The Corsair HS70 Bluetooth are okay for sports and fitness. While they have a comfortable fit and can be used wirelessly thanks to their Bluetooth support, they’re bulky and aren’t really designed for this purpose. They can move around your head during moderate physical exercise and they also don’t have an IP rating for dust or water resistance, although we don’t currently test for this.
Pros
Comfortable fit.
Cons
No IP rating.
See our Sports/Fitness Recommendations
6.5
Office
The Corsair HS70 Bluetooth are adequate for office use. They’re comfortable enough to use throughout your shift and their 24-hour battery life can last for a few days before they need to be recharged again. However, they really struggle to block out noise like ambient chatter. They also leak audio, so if you’re listening to music at a high volume, those around you can hear it.
Pros
Comfortable fit.
Cons
Poor noise isolation performance.
See our Office Recommendations
5.8
Wireless Gaming
The Corsair HS70 Bluetooth aren’t compatible with Xbox One or PS4. While they can be used with Bluetooth-enabled PCs, their latency is likely too high to be suitable for gaming.
See our Wireless Gaming Recommendations
7.5
Wired Gaming
The Corsair HS70 Bluetooth are good for wired gaming. These comfortable headphones have full audio and microphone support via their 1/8″ TRRS cable and wired USB connections. They also support Bluetooth so that you can teamchat via your smartphone while also receiving audio from consoles. They’re compatible with iCUE software so you can customize their sound and their microphone offers good overall performance.
Pros
- Comfortable fit.
- iCUE companion software with graphic EQ and presets.
Cons
No channel mixing controls.
6.9
Phone Calls
The Corsair HS70 Bluetooth are alright for phone calls. Their removable boom microphone does a decent job of recording your voice, but speech may have some distortion present. That said, it does an excellent job of separating your voice from loud environments. If you’re taking calls, these headphones are best suited for quiet environments as they struggle to isolate noise around you.
Pros
Comfortable fit.
Cons
Poor noise isolation performance.
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6.6
Mixed Usage
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6.6
Neutral Sound
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6.4
Commute/Travel
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6.9
Sports/Fitness
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6.5
Office
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5.8
Wireless Gaming
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7.5
Wired Gaming
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6.9
Phone Calls
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Updated Jun 11, 2021:
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Updated Jan 20, 2021:
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Updated Jan 15, 2021:
Early access published.
Compared To Other Headphones
The Corsair HS70 Bluetooth are wired headphones that support Bluetooth, making them a bit more versatile than the Corsair HS70 Wireless. They’re comfortable, well-built, compatible with iCUE software, and come with both a 1/8″ TRRS and wired USB cable. However, they lack channel mixing controls, which some gamers may find disappointing. Check out our recommendations for the best gaming headsets, the best PS4 gaming headsets, and the best Xbox One gaming headsets.
Corsair HS70 Wireless
The Corsair HS70 Wireless and the Corsair HS70 Bluetooth have different strengths and depending on your usage, you may prefer one over the other. The Wireless are better for wireless gaming as they use a wireless USB dongle that has low latency. While their battery life doesn’t last as long as the Bluetooth, they have an auto-off timer. However, the Bluetooth are better for wired gaming as they can be used with either their 1/8″ TRRS or wired USB dongle cable. They also support Bluetooth, which makes them a little more versatile.
HyperX Cloud Alpha
The Corsair HS70 Bluetooth and the HyperX Cloud Alpha are similarly-performing gaming headphones, so depending on your preferences, you may prefer one over the other. The Corsair have a customizable sound profile thanks to a graphic EQ and presets in their companion software. They also support Bluetooth so that you can use them more casually. However, the HyperX are more comfortable and have a better-balanced sound profile right out-of-the-box. Their boom mic also offers better overall performance.
Corsair HS60
The Corsair HS70 Bluetooth are more versatile than the Corsair HS60. While both headphones are comfortable and well-built, the HS70 Bluetooth have better controls, support Bluetooth, and offer 24 hours of continuous battery life. They also have a slightly better performing boom mic.
SteelSeries Arctis 3 2019 Edition Wireless
The SteelSeries Arctis 3 2019 Edition Wireless are slightly better headphones than the Corsair HS70 Bluetooth. The SteelSeries have a more neutral sound profile right out-of-the-box, and their overall mic performance is better too. They also offer a longer continuous battery life. However, the Corsair are better-built and are compatible with iCUE companion software which offers a graphic EQ plus presets.
Astro A40 TR Headset + MixAmp Pro 2019
The Astro A40 TR Headset + MixAmp Pro 2019 are better for wired gaming, but the Corsair HS70 Bluetooth are more versatile. The Astro are more comfortable and have a mixamp that allows you to adjust their sound on-the-fly. They also have a more neutral sound profile out-of-the-box and a better boom mic. However, the Corsair support Bluetooth and have around 24 hours of playback time.
Beats Solo Pro Wireless
The Beats Solo Pro Wireless and the Corsair HS70 Bluetooth have different strengths and depending on your needs, you may prefer one over the other. The Beats are better for mixed use, as they have a more neutral sound profile suitable for a variety of audio content. They also have a great active noise cancelling feature that can help block out ambient sound during your commute or workday. However, the Corsair are designed for gaming, even though their wireless design ensures that they can be used more casually too. They have a better-performing boom mic and a companion app so you can tweak their sound to your liking.
Our Verdict
8.0
Neutral Sound
Great for neutral listening. They have a deep and powerful bass, a well-balanced mid-range, and a good treble. However, their bass is somewhat boomy and their mid-range is slightly recessed, but this shouldn’t be too noticeable. Also, their treble is a bit uneven, meaning S and T sounds may feel lacking in detail or too sharp for some. You’ll also be able to EQ them to your liking in the Corsair iCUE software.
Pros
- Great audio reproduction.
- Comfortable and durable build.
Cons
- Poor noise isolation.
- USB dongle required; no passive playback.
See our Neutral Sound Recommendations
5.4
Commute/Travel
Sub-par for commuting. Since their use requires a USB dongle, they won’t be portable enough for commuting. You’d need to travel with a laptop to plug the dongle in and play your music or audio content from there.
Pros
- Great audio reproduction.
- Comfortable and durable build.
Cons
- Poor noise isolation.
- USB dongle required; no passive playback.
See our Commute/Travel Recommendations
6.2
Sports/Fitness
Unsuitable for sports. The only way you could use these headphones for sports is if you work out at home and you’re able to have a computer near your training area. Also, they aren’t the most stable and breathable headphones.
Pros
- Great audio reproduction.
- Comfortable and durable build.
Cons
- Poor noise isolation.
- USB dongle required; no passive playback.
See our Sports/Fitness Recommendations
6.6
Office
Decent for the office. They are comfortable and sound great, so you’ll be able to enjoy your music throughout the day, but they also don’t isolate noise well. This means you might be disturbed by ambient noise, and they also leak a bit, so people surrounding you may hear what you’re listening to if you blast your music. On the upside, they have a good battery life and will last you for a full work day.
Pros
- Great audio reproduction.
- Comfortable and durable build.
Cons
- Poor noise isolation.
- USB dongle required; no passive playback.
See our Office Recommendations
7.6
Wireless Gaming
Good for wireless gaming. The Corsair HS70 is a wireless variant of the HS60 that offers great sound and minimal latency issues thanks to their USB dongle. The microphone of the HS70 is decent, and players online won’t have any trouble understanding you. Their battery will also last you for long gaming sessions, and you can still use them while charging. They are also compatible with the iCUE software, which lets you EQ them to your liking and enable/disable surround sound.
Pros
- Great audio reproduction.
- Comfortable and durable build.
Cons
- Poor noise isolation.
- USB dongle required; no passive playback.
See our Wireless Gaming Recommendations
6.1
Wired Gaming
The Corsair HS70 are wireless and cannot be used wired.
6.5
Phone Calls
Pros
- Great audio reproduction.
- Comfortable and durable build.
Cons
- Poor noise isolation.
- USB dongle required; no passive playback.
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8.0
Neutral Sound
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5.4
Commute/Travel
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6.2
Sports/Fitness
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6.6
Office
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7.6
Wireless Gaming
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6.1
Wired Gaming
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6.5
Phone Calls
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Updated Jun 29, 2021:
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Updated Mar 18, 2020:
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Updated Nov 21, 2019:
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Updated Nov 21, 2019:
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Updated Feb 19, 2019:
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Updated Feb 17, 2019:
Early access published.
Технические характеристики
- Совместимость
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Совместимость с ПК, Xbox One*, PS4, Nintendo Switch и мобильными устройствами.
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* Может понадобиться адаптер Microsoft 3,5 мм (приобретается отдельно).
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Программное управление эквалайзером iCUE
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Размеры
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Высота: 155 мм (6,1 дюйма).
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Ширина: 100 мм (3,94 дюйма).
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Глубина: 205 мм (8,07 дюйма).
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Масса (без принадлежностей): 330,5 г (0,73 фунта).
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Технические характеристики
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Наушники
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Частотная характеристика: 20−20 000 Гц.
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Импеданс: 32 Ом при 1 кГц.
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Чувствительность: 111 дБ (±3 дБ).
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Динамики: 50 мм.
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Микрофон
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Тип: однонаправленный с шумоподавлением.
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Импеданс: 2,0 кОм.
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Частотная характеристика: 100−10 000 Гц.
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Чувствительность: −40 дБ (±3 дБ).
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Размеры: 155 x 100 x 205 мм (6,1 x 3,94 x 8,07 дюйма).
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Масса изделия без кабеля и принадлежностей: 319 г (0,70 фунта).
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Выводы
Corsair HS60 на наш взгляд, получилась несколько противоречивой. С одной стороны, в плюсах у неё – отличный внешний вид и качество материалов, огромные 50мм динамики, хороший микрофон на гибкой ножке и хорошее качество звука и запас по громкости при подключении к некомплектной звуковой карте. А все недостатки, по сути, появляются из-за использования комплектной звуковой карты. Что любопытно, у Corsairв этой линейке есть ещё две модели – более дорогая беспроводная HS70 и более дешёвая HS50, которая не комплектуется звуковой картой, зато стоит на 2 тысячи рублей дешевле. И исходя из этого тестирования, HS50 будет более оптимальным выбором.
Лутовинов Максим (aka. Kok)
15/10.2018
