Product Details
- Amazon Sales Rank: #4410 in Video Games
- Brand: Turtle Beach
- Model: TBS-3290-01
- Released on: 2013-03-05
- ESRB Rating: Rating Pending
- Platforms: PlayStation 3, Xbox 360
- Dimensions: 4.41 pounds
Features
- Dual-Band Wi-Fi Wireless - Interference-free wireless means clearer chat and game audio
- Music & Gaming Together - Take advantage of Bluetooth and stream your favorite tunes while you play or take phone calls and never have to leave the game
- Dual-Stage Audio Processing - For more powerful and customizable presets and accurate Dolby Surround Sound
- Dynamic Chat Boost - Chat volume automatically increases as the game volume gets louder
- Rechargeable Battery - Built-in rechargeable battery delivers up to 15 hours of continuous play; You can even charge while playing
Turtle Beach Ear Force PX51 Premium Wireless Dolby Digital Gaming Headset
Product Description
To compete with the best players, you need the best equipment. PX51 gives you the Turtle Beach audio advantage with interference-free, Dual-Band Wi-Fi Wireless and powerful, Dual-Stage Audio Processing for crystal clear Dolby Digital Surround Sound. During or after a game session you can stream your favorite music, enjoy Blu-ray movies on PS3 and even use it with your phone, tablet or portable game system. With up to 15 hours of play from the built-in rechargeable battery, you'll play longer and rise to the top of the leaderboards even faster. With over 35 years of audio experience the PX51 is the most advanced gaming audio system Turtle Beach has ever created.
Customer Reviews
Most helpful customer reviews
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful.
Very nice upgrade from my older Turtle Beach Ear Force PX5 headset
By terpfan1980
Several of my gamer friends raved about how nice it was to use their Turtle Beach Ear Force headsets with some of my favorite games (Call of Duty, Rainbow Six, etc.) and eventually their raves became an irresistible unseen magical force that compelled me to buy my own Turtle Beach headset. I started out with an Ear Force X31 headset that I paired with my Xbox as I just couldn't justify that much more expensive Ear Force PX5 headset or the Turtle Beach Call of Duty branded headsets that I longed for. At that point, I figured better to save my pennies to spend on games to enjoy while using the headset, but when I caught a sale on the PX5 headset that was too good to pass up, well, I did jump on it (and passed along the X31 to a co-worker so he and his teen gamers could enjoy it).That PX5 was everything that my friends had raved about and then some. Nice, comfortable, private, and easy to enjoy the surround sound effects on. With the PX5 headset in use I could easily sit down for a session of Call of Duty where I could enjoy the game rockin' in my ears without having the less interested members of the household (read that as: the estrogen set) bothered by the "noise". Even better, when I paired up that PX5 headset with the XBA Bluetooth Adaptor for PX5 (for) Xbox I had the pleasure of keeping the in-game chatter from myself and my opponents within the headset as well, all done wirelessly.Here we are, a year or so later (from when I ordered that PX5 headset) and I'm offered the opportunity to get a PX51 headset, or alternatively, an Turtle Beach Ear Force XP510 Premium Wireless Dolby Digital Gaming Headset. I wanted the XP510, though I must admit to a level of confusion as to why I wanted, or should want, the XP510 in comparison to the PX51. For those that don't know the difference between these two items, here's what it all comes down to:* The XP510 is a combo of the PX51 and XBA, which allows for wireless chat on the Xbox 360. The PX51 comes with a talkback cable for wired chat on the Xbox 360. Being bluetooth headsets, they both connect wirelessly to the PS3 for chat. The PX51 is ideal for those who mainly use the headset on a PS3 or don't mind wired chat on the Xbox 360. Otherwise, they are identical in build and features.So, just as with my PX5 headset, if I were to get the PX51 headset, I'd eventually want to pair the PX51 with the Bluetooth adapter for the Xbox, assuming I wanted to use the headset with my preferred gaming system (Xbox 360). While I do have a couple of PS3's in my home, I use them primarily for Blu-ray playback and not so much for gaming, while the Xbox 360 is my primary gaming console. This brings up another important point though and that is that while some of Amazon's information may show these headsets as being targeted for PS3 users versus Xbox 360 users, these headsets work for either system, or, for that matter, also would work for PC's and even with mobile devices that would be connected by cable if necessary. In other words, these devices are not restricted to one platform or the other, rather they are designed to be platform agnostic as much as possible so that customers can buy them and use them with just about any platform they wish.I was pleasantly surprised that rather than the PX51 headset that I expected to receive, I wound up with an XP510 headset package instead. That saved me the hassle of ordering the Bluetooth XBA device if I opt to use this headset with my Xbox 360 later. For now, I've paired this f-'ing schweet headset with one of my PS3's so that I can enjoy movie watching privately. I can simply fire up my PS3, put the headset on, and mute the TV while enjoying the Dolby Digital goodness that flows from the speakers in this headset. That means I can enjoy gaming, watching movies, and more without disturbing wife 2.0, or the other members of the household. Ahhhhh, nerd nervana.I would, without hesitation, recommend this headset highly. If you can find the disposable income, spending it on one of these quality headsets would not be a waste, rather, it would be a great investment in your own entertainment. For parents, it makes a great investment in letting your gamers play without disturbing the entire household. In that area, these headsets are truly priceless.Final thoughts here - the one major upgrade that the PX51 and XP510 deliver over the older PX5 headsets is that the PX51 and XP510 utilize rechargeable batteries that are rated to last in the neighborhood of 15 hours of gaming/use time before needing to be recharged. Recharging is as simple as plugging into a USB port with the included cable (which is noted as not to be used as a data cable). Not having to buy batteries is a glorious thing, even if I have to remind myself to plug-in and recharge on a regular basis. :-)
3 of 3 people found the following review helpful.
Great Improvement from the PX5
By imxron
First off, if your looking for a true home theater surround sound experience go spend a grand on some nice sennheiser or bose headphones and a pre amp. This is a gaming headset. I have owned the px5 headset for over a year and they were great but the pops and the battery life were pretty bad. This review will be from the PX5's point of view.The greatest thing about this headset is that the clicks and pops are finally gone. The dual band wifi alleviates this issue.Next, the rechargeable battery is amazing. No more having to run and grab some AA batteries during a game. Another plus is that you can game and charge at the same time. They included an extra long charge cable that can plug into a cell phone DC wall adapter. If I had to complain about anything it would be the way it charges. It would of have been awesome if they implemented inductive charging on the transmitter and headset. You just plug the cable in like you would on the ps3 controller (mini usb). The cable somewhat bends to the surface of where the transmitter is. Not a big deal at all, but it could be annoying to some.The audio quality is comparable to the px5. The frequency response is 20Hz-20KHz and has a nice mix of lows mid and highs. Not a whole not of bass on this unit. But I always hate having so much bass, as it ruins the audio or true sound.The presets are pretty much the same as the px5. Everything from low boost, high boost, low-high boost, 3D effect, etc.The real power in this headset is the custom presets. This is definitively a plus if your an audiophile like me. This should really be the reason your buying this headset. You able to adjust a 7-band EQ which is just awesome.Other then that, it has the Bluetooth module integrated into the headset like the px5, so music and phone chat while gaming.Recommend it for it for audiophiles and as a nice wireless solution.
2 of 2 people found the following review helpful.Price is high. Comparing to X41 and XP400
By Stephen M. Lerch
For the short review:If you don't mind having a wired Xbox communicator, this headset it great. It can be used for PS3 sound and communication as well, though you have to decide which system you actually want to connect as you can't connect both at the same time. Maybe with the next model?If you have an old 360 (white one) and use HDMI, you will need to purchase a RCA Audio Cable Adapter for XBOX 360 to use optical. This is the only way to get true Dolby Digital Surround out of this headset.If you think previous Turtle Beach headsets are "too quiet," you won't want this set either, as it also has the Volume Limiter to protect your hearing. Sorry.Recommended.Longer review:Unboxing:I will say that Turtle Beach knows how to make you think you are getting value for your money. The box that houses the headset is very, very sturdy. Even if it wasn't packed in a shipping box well I'm pretty sure this box would survive.Unboxing the set was as easy as cutting 2 pieces of tape. Opening the box you see a piece of clear plastic that you can see through. You will see the headset and the receiver. There's a sticker that tells you that all the accessories are underneath the plastic. Lifting that up, there's a nice little box with all of the cables you might need. The EXCEPTION to this is that if you have an old 360 and use HDMI - in this case there is an optical audio dongle that you will also want to purchase (RCA Audio Cable Adapter for XBOX 360 + Slim), as otherwise you can only use RCA (analog) out and without it you will NOT get true Dolby Digital Surround. I didn't need the dongle as I already have owned TB headsets and bought the dongle a long time ago.Connecting:Connecting this to a 360 is pretty simple, and is connected essentially the same way for the PS3. Connect the optical out on the system to the Optical In on the black receiver box. Plug the USB to power dongle into an unused USB port on either system. Power up the system and it should begin to play sound through the headphones (once you power them on)One annoying aspect is that you must decide whether you want your PS3 or 360 to be connected for true 5.1 surround. You have only one optical input, meaning it's one or the other. You can still connect the other system via RCA (stereo only), but who wants that? Maybe with next year's models we will get the ability to use both systems on one headset?Usage:One thing I like about this headset is that it talks to you. Unlike the XP400 where you need to know and understand a bunch of esoteric beep sets, this tells you when you power it on, when you power it off and what sound option and chat option you have enabled. Of course, you still need to know what Chat Option 4 is or Game Option 3, but it's a start.You press the power button on the headset, it powers up. There is also a power button on the receiver piece that needs to be turned on (I always leave it on, as when I turn off my PS3 or 360 I always unplug them, so it powers off anyway).On the headset itself there are quite a few buttons to get accustomed to. You can pair this headset with your phone so that you can answer a phone call you might receive while playing without having to take the headset off. Because of this, you have BT +/- buttons that turn the Bluetooth volume up and down. There is a Bluetooth button to help pair this to your phone (and also to your PS3!). And then there is a BT Mute button that mutes Bluetooth communication. The BT buttons also work when chatting on PS3.On the same ear cup with the power button, you also have a Games Preset button. This is where you can control the "equalization" on the headphones. The modes are:1. Flat: Hear stereo game sound without effects processing or Dolby Surround Sound.2. Bass Boost: Hear and feel the rumble of deeper bass sound effects.3. Treble Boost: Boost high frequencies for crisper sounds and greater clarity.4. Bass Boost + Treble Boost: Rumbling lows and pristine highs come through clearly.5. Stereo Expander: Stereo processing with a 3D effect that allows you to focus on subtle audio cues.6. Action Enhancer: Amplify intense sounds from weapons and explosions.7. Footstep Focus: Focus on the sound of enemy footsteps approaching.8. Superhuman Hearing: Boosts low volume sounds.Unlike the PX400, it's easy to set one of these presets as your MAIN preset. Once you find the preset you like, simply hold down the Games Preset button for a few seconds and it will set this one as your Main setup. Now, when you power on the system it will remember what preset you were on. On the PX400s you had only 4 presets and they had to be chosen every time you powered up the headset. Very cool!On the Game Preset button you can also hold the button down a little longer and release and you will choose Movie or Music mode. Movie is good for movies, and as you can use the PX51s to listen to music, the Music option gives an optimized Stereo equalization. Not bad!Also on this ear cup is the Chats Preset button which can set these "equalization" settings:1. Flat: Straight chat with no processing.2. Chat Focus: Boosts mid-range frequencies for greater concentration on chat.3. Chat Expander: Widens the virtual sound field of chat.4. Voice Amp: Amplifies chat volume.5. Hi-Pitch Morph: Morph your voice into a high-pitch tone.6. Lo-Pitch Morph: Bring your voice to demonic depths.7. Robot: Transform your voice into a metallic sound.8. Max Chat: Combines presets in an enhanced chat packageYou set the MAIN chat preset the same way as you set the MAIN game preset, simply choose the preset you want and then hold the Chat Preset button down until you are notified that it's now the main setup. Power the headphones off and power them on and this one should be set by default as well.Comparing this to the X41 and the XP400, the PX51 blows them out of the water for presets. The X41 and XP400 have only game audio presets and you have to choose the one you like every time you power up. There are no chat preset options.XBOX 360 CHAT:So if you want to chat with the XBox 360, you have to connect the Talk Back cable that is included in the set. Unlike the PX400s, this is wired chat only on the 360. This is the same as the X41 for 360 chat, BUT, there is something that makes this cable FAR superior to the one included with the X41. This cable, somehow, makes a VERY firm, very secure connection to both the headset and the 360 controller. GONE are the days of ripping the cable out while gaming (at least not easily). On the X41 this was a nightmare. If you moved the wrong way, pop, out comes the cable. I think, if Turtle Beach sells just the cable at some point, just use this cable with the X41 (or any older wired set) and realize the greatness of this new cable.Chat quality on 360:Not bad. Clear. Crisp. The presets (not the ones that change your voice) make hearing the in game chat quite easy. Reports from people on the other end is that the sound is about as clear as they've ever heard.Sound Quality:The PX51 seems to use the same technology as the PX400 in that there is absolutely NO interference from any wireless devices. The X41 would pop and click around your wi-fi router, and don't you dare turn the microwave on with the X41 on your head and powered up! Nothing interferes with the PX51s, just like the PX400. Very nice.In terms of sound quality, the PX51s seem to have a similar match out of the box to the PX400 sonically. The "flat" setting on both seems to line up and sound exactly the same between the two sets (yes, I actually did unplug and plug in while playing to compare). The Presets, however, really do set the two sets apart. The XP51's presets give better bass and treble performance, and give clearer sound stage to my ears. I was surprised, as in terms of looks the two sets are quite similar.Comparing the sound to the X41 and the X41s come up a little anemic, not matching the overall sound quality, the sound stage or the quality of presets. That said, the X41s are still a decent set!Battery:This is the part I hate about consumer electronics today. The battery in this headset lasted me about 17 hours on the first full charge. About the same the second. That's really, really nice compared to the X41 in that it used AAA batteries (I used rechargeables) and only really got 7-10 hours at best. The part that annoys me isn't the longer battery life, it's that this battery is NOT user replaceable. At some point in the future it will no longer hold a charge and you will either need to replace the headset or pay to ship and have Turtle Beach replace the battery for you. Annoying, but this is the way of digital life today. I did not drop any stars for this, but just something to be aware of.One big difference:Turtle Beach have added a "mobile" option to their new headsets. You can plug the audio cable into your phone or other audio device. Essentially it makes the headset stereo headphones. It's a nice feature, but not one I will ever really use, outside of testing it here.Programmable:Another great feature is the ability to program your OWN presets. Want to set the audio up the way YOU want. You can control all sorts of things with the presets website, though the configuration can be a little esoteric. If you take the time to learn it, you really can customize this the way YOU want it to sound. Very, very cool.Overall:The difference between the XP400 and the PX51, if you already own the XP400, is NOT worth the additional cost this will entail. Plus, this headset is WIRED for Xbox talk back, whereas the wireless talk back on the XP400 is quite nice.Highly recommended if you don't already own a gaming headset.Especially recommended if you are primarily a PS3 gamer, given the completely wireless chat capability. 360 Chat is slightly annoying with the cable, but with the newly designed cable I would recommend this set as well to 360 gamers. I might recommend, if you are primarily a 360 gamer, to purchase the XP400, XP500 or XP510 instead.I received this via Amazon Vine.PROS:+Great sound+True Dolby Digital Surround (X41 is ProLogic only)+Audio presets are actually useful+Can store preferred audio presets so it defaults to these on power up+Talk Back cable for 360 redesigned for less cable pull out+Zero interference with other wireless devices+Talks instead of beeps with configuration informationCons:-Relatively expensive (all things considered)-Wired 360 chat only
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