Every time I unbox a Logitech headset, I just know it’s going to impress. Logitech has high standard for the quality of its products. The brand has been producing premium-quality headsets consistently for as long as I can remember. Previously, I reviewed their G733 Gaming Headset and their Pro X Wireless Gaming Headset and thoroughly enjoyed both. We were now sent their Pro X Wired Gaming Headset. Initially, I thought it was going to be the Pro X Wireless’ wired counterpart and with little other difference. But I find myself pleasantly surprised.
What Does the Pro X Come With?
The Pro X comes with quite a lot of extra accessories including an extra set of earpads. The headset sports leatherette pads and there’s a packet in the box that has velour pads for an alternative. Both materials have their respective pros and cons and it is very thoughtful of the company to include both. There’s also a big carrying pouch that offers a layer of protection and ties at the top. The Pro X isn’t foldable, so the pouch is a nice addition that allows it to be stowed away when not in use. It makes portability easier while ensuring protection.
Additionally, the headset comes with three different kinds of cables. There’s a cable especially for PC use with in-line settings for volume control and mute, a cable for mobile with an in-line mute button and a Y-splitter for mic and headphone ports for desktop input. All three cables are made of carefully braided nylon and exude the kind of sophistication you don’t usually get from devices in this price range. There’s also a USB external sound card and a detachable mic. The mic is fully flexible, as opposed to the kind of rigid and non-detachable mics EPOS gaming headsets usually offer.
What Does the Pro X Look Like?
In terms of design, Logitech never disappoints. The Pro X is as stunning as it looks in pictures, sporting a metal body with the headband covered in leather. The headband is steel and it branches out into the aluminum forks that hold the earcups. The exterior of the earcups have a shiny metal plate with a ‘G’ emblazoned on it. The plates add just the right amount of bling to the otherwise dark body of the headset. The Pro X looks and feels expensive. It is a sturdy and well-made machine that is just the right amount of heavy.
How Comfortable is the Pro X?
The short answer is that it’s insanely comfortable. Its leatherette earpads provide just the right amount of pressure on your noggin for the cans to not be too tight to be uncomfortable but also not too loose to be annoying. Since my head is smaller than the usual size, often, headphones shift from one position to another when I wear them.
The Pro X remained firmly affixed on the top of my skull hugging it tightly. The earcups made sure to completely seal my ears in such a way that there was absolutely no space between my face and the earpads. The velour earpads are a little looser – but in a good way. They are not so loose as to be uncomfortable, but loose enough to offer a little breathing space. So, when I could feel my ears heating up from the leather during longer hours of gameplay, I’d switch to the velour ones and my ears would instantly feel better.
What is the Pro X’s Companion App Like?
The experience of gaming on the Pro X was genuinely fun, all thanks to the G Hub app, and the Blue Vo!ce technology that Logitech introduced through these cans. Companion equalizer apps that accompany most headsets are quite often a disappointment. They’re typically added as an extra feature that the company can boast about and add little value to the product’s audio.
However, the G Hub app is a complete game-changer. It hosts a variety of software presets and equalizer settings to choose from, the option to create a customized sound profile and save it to use in the future and the permission to control the volume of different sources of surround sound. So, in games where you need to be extra mindful of your surroundings, you can tweak the volume of your surround sound to gain an advantage over your opponent.
How Well Does the Pro X Sound?
The Pro X’s 50mm drivers come through with loudness and clarity in songs. I listened to a lot of Serhat Durmus on these cans and EDM has never sounded better to me. Thankfully, Logitech steers clear of the common mistakes headphone manufacturers make – tuning the bass too much, so that it sounds overbearing, and turning the treble too sharp. The sound is balanced, stable and well-adjusted. Considering the headset doesn’t come with ANC technology, it does a pretty good job at isolating sound and muting unwanted background noise as well.
The Blue Voi!ce technology is another feature that actually enhances the Pro X’s audio. With features such as noise reduction, expander, limiter, compressor, de-esser, and high pass filter, you can make quite interesting changes to your voice. The final result of any of these presets won’t be as good as a stand-alone mic but for a $130 headset to provide the kind of result it does is pretty commendable.
Is the Pro X Worth Buying?
There’s no doubt about this. With immaculate sound, a good-looking body and a comfortable fit, there’s nothing about the Pro X that would make you regret your purchase.
Is It Hardcore?
Definitely.
The Pro X is a brilliant headset. It has a great fit, appealing aesthetics and provides excellent audio that’s further enhanced by the companion app that accompanies it.