Product Details
- Amazon Sales Rank: #7371 in Video Games
- Color: Black
- Brand: Mad Catz
- Model: TRI90303N002/02/1
- Released on: 2013-03-15
- Platforms: PlayStation 3, Xbox 360
- Dimensions: 10.80" h x
5.00" w x
11.60" l,
Features
- Immersive 3D Directional Audio Powered by Dolby Digital Technology
- The Only True 5.1 Headset for the Xbox 360 and PlayStation 3
- Hear Your own Voice with Selectable Voice Monitoring (SVM)
- Improved Independent Game and Voice Volume Control
- Flexible Performance Mic can be Removed when not in use
TRITTON Pro+ 5.1 Surround Headset for Xbox 360 and PS3 - Black
Product Description
Dominate the leaderboards with the TRITTON Pro+ 5.1 True Surround Headset. Featuring eight precision-balanced speakers that accurately reproduce a 3D sound field, you gain the competitive edge by hearing each and every disturbance within a game's atmosphere. Individual backlit volume controls allow you to fine-tune each channel - front, rear, center, and subwoofer - while premium-quality ear pads deliver hours of gaming comfort. Avoid a late-night shouting match with Selectable Voice Monitoring, next-gen technology that allows you to hear your own voice through the headset.
Customer Reviews
Most helpful customer reviews
14 of 17 people found the following review helpful.
Great. Improved upon from the previous version
By John
As a previous owner of the original version 1 of the Ax Pro I am glad to be back with Tritton with this much improved Ax Pro+. I also previously had the Turtle Beach x41. It's been a while since I've had an on the ears gaming headset and I had been anxiously awaiting the Warheads for what seemed like forever, but when they announced the AX Pro+, I decided to go with the them instead mainly for the $100 price difference and the fidelity of having 4 speakers + sub in each earcub versus the virtual 7.1 of the Warheads. There is also the issue of whether or not the Warheads will be compatible with the next generation Xbox and obvious lack of support of chat for other platforms.----------------------------IMPORTANT ITEM NOT INCLUDED:The USA version of the AX Pro+ DOES NOT include the PC Analog Adapter, item "J" cable for use with PC's that ONLY have analog audio out on the soundcard. You need to have a PC soundcard that has a digital Optical TOSlink output connection. It's worth nothing that the European release of the AX Pro+ includes this cable. The USA version is specifically NOT including this cable for who knows what reason.UPDATE Sept 13, 2012: I have since been informed by Tritton/Madcatz that they DO NOT have item "J" available for purchase seperately, but that it may be available in the future. So, you are pretty much screwed if you ONLY have a soundcard with analog audio output.You can try using the Turtle Beach Audio Advantage Micro II USB Analog & Digital Audio Adapter, item B0036VO4X4 as a segway between your computer and the AX Pro+ Decoder Box. No idea if it'll work, but it ought to.----------------------------You power the control box via the included AC Adapter. Audio is sent to the decoder box via the Optical TOSlink input or via USB. They give you a Optical TOSlink adapter for those with NON-slim Xbox 360 consoles that DO NOT have an HDMI and thus Optical Audio output. You get 2 different chat cables, one with the Xbox 360 controller puck on the end and another which is simply a 2.5male male to 2.5mm male audio cable. The puck fits securely to my OEM controller.As with the previous version, the control box has the ability to supply 2 seperate AX Pro+ Headsets. The connectors for the headset to the control box are a lot easier to connect than on the original AX Pro, almost looks like an HDMI connection. There is a volume control knob and power button on the decoder box as well as buttons for the various audio options and 5.1 analog audio output for passthrough to an AV Receiver. The volume rocker has the ability to individually adjust the front, center, rear and sub speakers or adjust them altogether. These controlls are backlighted so you can see at which level they are set to, red being the highest.The SVM, Selective Voice Monitoring, feature is really nice as it allows you to hear your own voice and surrounding to make sure you aren't too loud or have any distracting noises going on (music, fan, other people, etc). It took me a few minutes to figure it out, but to turn SVM on/off you have to click down on the chat volume control rocker on the in-line volume controller for the headset. Turning off the audio to the headset can also be done by clicking down on the main volume control rocker. The back of the in-line control has a belt/shirt clip.The earcups can swiviel 45 degrees outward to the side and about 1/3 of this in the opposite direction. The earcups can also swivel up and down slightly.The headband is adjustable with 7 different lengthes on either side. I usually keep it at about 6 or 7. The removeable microphone now comes out of the front of the Left earcub and has a built-in locking mechinism. The microphone itselt is very flexible and able to be positioned in any direction. The material used on the earcups is the same as on the previous model and are nice and compfy. The earcubs are also slanted slightly to take the shape of your head, I don't remember this on the previous model. There is some nice padding on the underside of the top of the headband to keep your head from rubbing againt the headbad itself.After using the headset for the first day, I did get a bit of a headache and kink in my neck but that was gone by the next day and it most likely related to my NOT having been using a gaming headset like this in almost a year.Overall, I'm very satisfied and feel that Tritton has improved upon the design of the Original v1 Ax Pro. It's nice NOT having 2 sepreate AC Adapters.So far I've used this with my Xbox 360 to play some Arcade games as well as Battlefield 3 and Ghost Recon Future Soldier, in addition to my DVR and TV using my TV's Optical TOSlink output. Playing Battlefield 3 makes you feel like you are realing on the battlefield and it's VERY INTENSE. For Ghost Recon, it's more laid back but things like grenades and other explosive items are definitely more robust in sound compared to the built in speakers on my flat panel tv. If you like FPS shooters I think you are going to have a lot of fun using the AX Pro+.In addition, since I have a TOSlink Optical digital audio output on my Desktop Computer's soundcard I was able to listen to some music as well as listen to a snippet of a Blu Ray movie as I have a BD drive on my computer as well. All sounded quite nice.PROS:1. $100 less than the Warheads2. It's NOT wireless, so better audio quality compared to simulated 5.1-7.1.3. 4 Speakers + Sub in each earcup for True 5.1 Dolby Digital Surround Sound, NOT virtual or emulated.4. Improved design over the original AX PRO5. Large adjustable headband with plenty of cushioning.6. Earcups can roate side to side as well as up and down.7. No more having to use generic mp3 player headphones or PC headsets to listen to stuff without disturbing others in the house.8.SVM - Selective Voice Monitoring9.Includes all the cables you need.CONS:1. $200 might be more than people are willing to spend on a gaming headset.2. It's NOT Wireless.3. USA / North American version DOES NOT include the Analog Audio breakout cable for use with a Computer. If you want to use this headset with a computer then your soundcard will have to has a Optical TOSlink digital audio connectin. This cable is NOT included and must be purchased seperately, if possible (not listed on the parts page as of this posting). It's NOT listed on the Parts page of Tritton's web site and supposively you can get it if you contact Tritton Support via their web site. The European version of the AX Pro+ includes this Analog PC Audio cable listed as item "J".4. The headset didn't include any instructions other than a basic Quick Setup Guide. Had to visit Tritton's web site to download a full manual, there are 2 versions one for UK one for USA. The UK version is how I found out about the Analog Adapter cable for the PC.5. Still no power button on the in line controls or on the headset itself. A bit annoying to have to get up and power off the headset from the decoder box. Especially late at nite.6. No analog audio input (3.5mm) on the decoder box.7. LEDS on the headset for the Tritton logo on the earcups cannot be turned off while the headset is powered on. I don't notice it while using the headset. However, it makes me have to get up and turn off the headset. Otherwise, I have this glowing headset while trying to go to sleep.
4 of 5 people found the following review helpful.
TRITTON Pro+ vs Turtle Beach XP300
By Angela Streiff
Watch Video Here: http://www.amazon.com/review/RUGOA7U0QBYNR For the past few years I've been using Turtle Beach headsets with my PS3 for online game play. So when I picked up this TRITTON Pro+ headset a few months ago, I was eager to see how it would compare to other brands. My newest and most recently used Turtle Beach headset is a Turtle Beach Ear Force XP300, so that's the one I'm using for most of my comparisons here. While they are not necessarily on the same audio level, since these TRITTON Pro+ headphone are surround sound and the Turtle Beach aren't, they are similar in price (at one point even being the same price, but this changes constantly). Also, I primarily play Call of Duty games. So my descriptions are in reference to the in-game sounds of game play online in multi-player mode.Sound:The TRITTON Pro+ headset has a completely different sound than anything I've heard from either of my two Turtle Beach headsets. The biggest difference is the boom you get from the base in the sub. It's the real-deal surround sound and nothing I've heard from any of my non-surround sound Turtle Beach headsets sounds like it. However, this doesn't necessary mean the sound from the TRITTON headset is superior. If anything, it just sounds different. The TRITTON headset makes the game all about the environmental sounds. There's more detail in the sounds of footsteps, echos, distant sounds, etc. in game. With Turtle Beach, I find I hear everything equally, more than just focusing on the environmental sounds. Voices in game and from other players are a little sharper with Turtle Beach. Gunshots are clearer and it's a little easier to decipher which direction the activity is happening at with the Turtle Beach sets. While there is still bass in the sound of Turtle Beach headsets, there isn't the deep earth moving boom you get from true surround sound in this TRITTON headset.xBox and PS3:Both TRITTON and Turtle Beach have the attachments for the headsets to be used with both the xBox and PS3. I have both systems and have set both headsets up with each of them. They both work just as well on both systems. The system setting on this wired headset are much easier to set on the xBox/PS3 than they are when using a wireless headset and trying to get the systems to recognize their Bluetooth connections.Cords and cables:The TRITTON Pro+ has cables, lots of them. This isn't a wireless headset like the Turtle Beach XP300, and I've found once you're use to being wireless, it's hard to go back to being wired in. The cable that runs from the TRITTON Decoder Box to the headset is very long, so there's no problem there. But it's a thick cable, and I find myself getting tangled in it all the time. If you're using this headset with an xBox, you also need to use and additional cable running from your controller to the headset. Not necessarily a problem for everyone, but if you've become use to wireless headsets, you might find going back to being wired in hard to adjust to.Comfort:Both TRITTON and Turtle Beach headsets are comfortable. They offer cushioning in both the ear cups and the head piece. The square design on the TRITTON makes it look as though it's larger than other headsets. But when compared side by side, they really aren't that much larger. They are however, a bit heavier. I've worn both headsets for hours at a time and never had any problems with discomfort. The ear cups on the TRITTON headset rotate in several directions and angles, to adjust to any head size and shape. The Turtle Beach XP 300's do the same. I will say the material that covers the cushioning on the TRITTON Pro+ headset is a bit more supple and comfortable than other headsets I've used.Mic:The microphone can be moved to any angle. It is also detachable, so if you are using this headset for just sound and not speaking to others, you can remove the mic completely. Sound transmits clearly and it picks up voices well.Controls:This is where I find TRITTON and Turtle Beach have the biggest differences. The TRITTON Pro+ headset comes with a sound controller built into the long cable that runs between the headset and the decoder box. There are four main buttons: Front, Center, Rear and Sub. These four buttons and how they are set can make or break how much you enjoy using this headset. Without having these set properly, the sound can be way off and make everything sound terrible. There is no default setting for them either. You will need to learn how to use them and how they work. This can be complicated since there are NO included directions on how to do this. Unless you are familiar with how TRITTON controllers already work, you're required to go online and look it up. While this is fine for those who want a superior sound experience and enjoy tweaking the levels down to the last detail, this is probably far too complicated for kids or anyone impatient to use. This is where the Turtle Beach headsets come in. The XP300 has pre-set audio settings in buttons right on the headset. You just pick which of the pre-set settings sounds best with your game and use it. No adjusting levels needed.Music:One feature I was very disappointed that was left out from this TRITTON Pro+ headset is an auxiliary plug-in for listing to music through the decoder box. Turtle Beach includes a 3.5mm plug-in jack for attaching devices like iPods, MP3 players, tablets, etc. right to the transmitter box. This lets you listen to everything going on in your game AND listen to music at the same time. While this isn't an important feature to everyone, there are many people who do like to and use this feature, and it would have been a great to have it included in the TRITTON Pro+ headset.Conclusion:The TRITTON Pro+ is a good surround sound headset for those who are looking for the ability to adjust settings to get the most customizable sound experience. They have a solid design and the TRITTON Pro+ is very comfortable to wear, even during extended game play sessions. The lack of an auxiliary jack, the complicated audio controls, a lack of included directions and their still requiring to be wired in, are its biggest downfalls. This headset is best suited for those who enjoy the surround sound experience more than the convince of the other previously mentioned features. For those looking for a headset that's more of a pick up, put on and dive into the action set-up, I would take a look at what Turtle Beach has to offer. Each brand of headset has very different features. Audiophile gamers will enjoy the TRITTON Pro+ headset. It can also be a great set for anyone who wants to watch/listen to movies on their system as well, since they can do so with full surround sound. For others, it might be more complicated than what you're looking for, which can cause a less than stellar sound experience if you can't get the settings properly adjusted. For parents looking at headsets for their kids, I wouldn't suggest this one and would point you towards something less complicated like the Turtle Beach brand instead.
1 of 1 people found the following review helpful.Best headset I've ever had.
By Mike Rivera
This headset has amazing sound. What a difference over stereo headsets. Playing FPS games with the Tritton blew me away. Getting the settings just right is key. Takes a little playing around with. But, once you have it set to your liking your good to go. Being able to hear people sneaking up behind is a game changer.
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