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I am so incredibly furious with Logitech right now.

I recently lost the LIGHTSPEED USB dongle for my Logitech G535 wireless headset. The headset itself is in perfect working condition, so I figured, "No big deal, I’ll just go to their website and buy a replacement transmitter."

Guess what? They don't sell it. It completely does not exist on their official spare parts store.

When I contacted their customer support, they basically hit me with a "sorry, can't help you" response. Because a tiny USB stick is missing, their official stance is apparently that I should just throw a perfectly good, fully functional headset into a landfill and spend another $80+ on a brand new one.

Look at companies like Turtle Beach—if you lose a transmitter for one of their headsets, you can easily go onto their site, spend fifteen or twenty bucks, and buy a replacement. It takes two clicks. But Logitech? They’d rather generate e-waste and force you to buy a whole new unit.

It is greedy, anti-consumer, and completely ridiculous. If you are thinking about buying a wireless headset from Logitech, be warned: if you lose or break that tiny USB dongle, they will completely abandon you. Never buying a Logitech audio product again.

This unit was kindly sent for review, though this will not affect my opinion of the product.

Thanks to MCHOSE for the opportunity.

• Box contents

1. MCHOSE V9 Turbo+.
2. Wireless magnetic charging dock.
3. USB-C 2.4 GHz dongle.
4. USB-C to USB-A adapter.
5. USB-A to USB-C cable (charging and data).
6. Detachable omnidirectional microphone.
7. Extra breathable fabric ear pads.
8. Manual / documentation.

• Design and build quality

The V9 Turbo+ has a simple, less aggressive aesthetic than most gaming headsets. It keeps a gaming look but tones it down considerably, avoiding visual excess, as it makes them suitable for both gaming and more neutral environments.

The build feels solid. It does not feel like they cut corners on the product with cheap or hollow plastics, but rather a high-quality aluminum construction, which is very impressive at this price point.

At around 320g, it sits on the lighter end for a premium wireless gaming headset. One of its most differential aspects is the clamping force, these are by far the headset where I have felt it the least. If any clamping builds up at all, it is very minor and only after many hours of continuous use, which makes them noticeably better during long sessions.

Another advantage is the inclusion of two sets of ear pads:

1. Protein leather with ice cooling effect: the default pair. Despite being synthetic leather, the finish and quality feel premium, and they are surprisingly cool for this type of material. Sound isolation is good and does its job well.
2. Breathable cotton fabric: included in the box accessories. These breathe better on warmer days, though they do sacrifice some sound isolation compared to the leather pair.

The headband extension mechanism is quite stiff, which could lead to significant wear over time if forced repeatedly.

The cups rotate 90°, allowing them to rest comfortably on your neck or desk. I consider this practically mandatory on any headset regardless of price mark, though there are other premium options out there that still do not offer it.

One notable thing is the absence of battery replaceability, which has become standard on premium headsets.

• Magnetic charging dock

The wireless magnetic charging dock really is a great quality of life improvement, it genuinely changes the daily experience. Finishing a session, setting the headset on the dock, and having it charged and ready for the next one means you rarely have to think about battery at all. After weeks of use I have not had a single battery-related issue. Once you get used to the dock, going back to conventional charging feels like a step backwards.

Pros:

1. Configurable RGB integration.
2. Functions as the 2.4 GHz dongle receiver.
3. Keeps the setup clean and cable-free.
4. Includes status indicator lights for the headset.

Cons:

1. The dock is large and takes up a fair amount of desk space.
2. Its irregular shape means there is only one correct orientation for charging.
3. The status indicator light and the 2.4 GHz dongle light cannot be turned off. A software option to disable them would be very welcome.

Despite these minor complaints, it is one of the best additions I have seen in a gaming headset at this price range recently.

• Controls and connections

All controls are on the left cup:

1. Volume wheel.
2. Power button.
3. Multifunction button.
4. Microphone mute button.
5. USB-C port.
6. Detachable microphone connector.

The layout is functional and reasonably intuitive. Unlike similar designs such as the Razer BlackShark V3 Pro, the buttons here are well differentiated by touch, which helps build muscle memory for smooth use, though there are a couple of questionable decisions.

The volume wheel works well, but it cannot be pressed to mute audio, which at this point should be the standard.

The multifunction button allows you to:

1. Play/pause.
2. Switch between connections (e.g phone and PC).
3. Cycle through sound modes.

All without needing to open the software, a clear advantage over brands like Corsair, which do not offer this functionality.

• Connectivity and compatibility

Connection options:

1. 2.4 GHz wireless.
2. Bluetooth 5.3.
3. Wired USB-C.

Compatible platforms:

1. PC.
2. PlayStation 4/5.
3. Nintendo Switch (Gen 1 and 2).
4. Mobile.
5. Steam Deck.

It's not compatible with any Xbox model, which may be a deciding factor for some.

Connectivity is one of its strongest points. The 2.4 GHz mode offers extremely low latency (15 ms), practically indistinguishable from a wired connection during real use.

Bluetooth works well for multimedia and mobile use, though as always, it remains unsuitable for competitive gaming due to its higher latency.

• Sound and experience

The 60 mm drivers promise an immersive sound with deep bass.

They are tuned for competitive gaming, and in that sense it's noticeable with:

1. Excellent positional audio.
2. Very good directional separation.
3. Very low latency.
4. Clear footstep reproduction in FPS games.

The software offers two game modes to choose from depending on your FPS preference, and the virtual 7.1 surround genuinely impressed me, it is one of the better implementations I have heard at this price range.

That said, despite the 60 mm drivers, the bass does not deliver the impact it promises. Out of the box, the V9 Turbo+ prioritizes mids and highs, pushing bass into the background. This tuning clearly targets competitive gamers, which benefits the intended audience but works against those looking for a more multimedia-oriented experience; music, films, series, or single-player games will feel a lack of bass.

Even with EQ adjustments in the software, I find it difficult to get truly impactful bass out of these headphones, so I would not recommend them to audiophiles or those who prioritize a balanced sound signature.

• Software

The MCHOSE HUB software has 6 tabs:

- Audio configurator

• Regular parameters: it has the most important audio and microphone settings in one place:
  1. Base volume adjustment.
  2. Sound notification volume.
  3. Microphone volume.
  4. AI Noise Reduction: reduces ambient interference on the microphone input.
  5. Microphone monitoring: to hear your mic input in real time.
  6. Quick access to Windows sound devices.
  7. Audio brightness: enhances high frequencies for a cleaner, more detailed sound (0-10 intensity).
  8. Dynamic low frequency: adjusts bass frequencies with selectable suppression (100-400 Hz, 0-10 intensity).
  9. Smart volume: automatically balances volume levels, there are two modes: Music (High) and Voice (Low) (0-10 intensity).
  10. Vocal clarity: optimizes the voice frequency range, reducing background noise (0-10 intensity, 0-20 dB suppression).
• Equalizer: full customization from 20 Hz to 20 kHz with a range of -20 to +20.
• Preset options:
  1. Official game profiles (CS2, Valorant, PUBG, Apex, and more) and music genre presets (rap, jazz, rock, classical, vocal, etc.)
  2. Pro player configurations for competitive games.
  3. Cloud profiles downloaded from other users (up to 20 saved profiles; requires WeChat login, a significant limitation for most people)
  4. Fully custom profiles, with no limit.
• Sound mode: toggle between Game Mode 1, Game Mode 2, and Music Mode
• Virtual 7.1 surround: activate surround and choose between Music/Game and Movie modes, with a speaker test to help you decide

- Lighting configurator

Controls the charging dock's RGB: lighting effects, brightness (1–5), and full RGB/Hex colour palette.

- Other settings

1. Power management: auto-off timer (15, 30, 45 min). An unlimited option and a more granular slider would have been appreciated.
2. Independent firmware updater for the dock, headset, and receiver.
3. Factory reset.

One major pro: all settings are saved natively on the headset, so the software does not need to run in the background.

Some cons:

1. Sound notifications are extremely intrusive, this is the worst flaw I found. A voice prompt plays every time you power on/off, change mode, mute the mic, or switch connections, completely interrupting audio. The minimum setting is 1, not 0, meaning it cannot be fully disabled. This alone could be a dealbreaker for some people.
2. The headset may arrive configured in Chinese or Japanese, requiring a firmware update to access other languages.
3. Software is PC-only, console or plug-and-play lose a significant portion of the customization features.
4. There is no independent EQ profile per sound mode, meaning switching modes requires going back into the software to adjust EQ manually. Hopefully it will be addressed in future updates.

• Microphone

The detachable omnidirectional microphone does its job for gaming and calls. Capture quality is good, and the software's AI Noise Reduction, often more marketing than anything, is genuinely well implemented here, effectively eliminating constant ambient noise like fan hum.

That said, it remains a gaming microphone. It is suitable for calls, casual streaming, and in-game communication, but for anything more demanding a dedicated microphone is always recommended.

• Battery life

The 2000 mAh battery is officially rated at 200 hours.

200 hours is only achievable exclusively via Bluetooth 5.3. Realistically, you should expect around 50–80 hours in 2.4 GHz mode, which is the most common use case. Despite the difference, for daily use this is not a real issue thanks to the magnetic dock, as the headset is essentially always charged.

• Conclusion

Overall, the MCHOSE V9 Turbo+ is one of the best headsets to come out recently in the mid-to-premium price range.

It is not aimed at audiophiles and does not offer the most balanced sound signature for multimedia, but it is an extremely solid option for gaming due to its comfort, low latency, and a competitive-focused tuning. The software allows accesss to many of its features, but only on PC, though even on console it remains competitive within its price range.

Hi everyone, I'm planning to buy the SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 Wireless Gen 2 and my budget is around $150 max. I need an all-rounder headset for gaming, music, movies, and daily use.

The issue is that in my country, many frequently recommended audiophile options like Sennheiser, Beyerdynamic, Bang & Olufsen, and Audeze Maxwell become much more expensive (sometimes almost double price), so they are not realistic options for me.

For people who have used the Nova 7 Wireless Gen 2, is it a good choice overall at this budget?

I'm looking for feedback from people who own it and also from people who don't own it but have experience comparing it with other headsets in this price range.

Thanks a lot

Hi

I m not sure which headset for gaming. I don't care about the price and the sound of the mic.

I need only the best sound for gaming and music with Dolby Atmos and a very good phonic isolation without ANC.

A huge battery and a headset for long use like 8 hours gaming per day.

Artic Nova has 40 MN vs Stealth 60 MN.