Last month, I reviewed Sennheiser’s GSP 370 wireless headset. I found it an exceptional device due to its solid build and impressive audio and mic quality. I didn’t think the company could top it, but that’s exactly what it did with the GSP 670 wireless headset. Even if you already own the 370 (or any other high-end gaming headset), the GSP 670 is a headset worth considering.
Though it appears big and bulky, the GSP 670 is deceptively light. You’ll forget you have it on your head. Plastic covers the headband, earcups, and microphone. The plastic is both flexible and durable. Each earcup can pivot and twist independently. You can also slide the headband up or down to adjust it to your head. The soft padding surrounding the inner earcups wrap around one’s ears comfortably.
Using the provided USB dongle, you can connect the GSP 670 to your PC or PlayStation 4. Its built-in Bluetooth capability means you can also pair it with your smartphone. To get the most out of the headset, you’ll want to install the Sennheiser Gaming Suite to your PC. With it, you can update the device’s firmware and adjust its audio settings. The whole setup process is nice and painless; ensuring you can begin using the headset right away.
Latency is virtually non-existent thanks to Sennheiser’s proprietary wireless technology. Whether paired with the USB dongle or via Bluetooth, in-game sounds hit your ears in real-time. You can independently control chat and game audio by using the volume wheels on the right earcup. This helps you balance sounds to your preference.
The mic attached to the left side of the headset is as sturdy as the rest of the device. Lowering the mic activates it while raising it sets it to mute. I tested the mic’s quality by recording samples on Audacity and speaking to a friend on PSN. The mic’s default setting is decidedly sensitive. Moving the mic in any direction causes noticeable noise. My own voice quality was also somewhat echo-y. Using the Sennheiser Gaming Suite, I turned up noise cancellation and the noise gate. This resulted in my voice coming through with little to no background noise. My voice quality wasn’t amazing, but it was adequate enough.
While the mic quality is just okay, the audio quality is phenomenal. Bass, mids, and highs sound superb and really help pull you into whatever game you’re playing. Gunshots, explosions, and screams in Call of Duty: Modern Warfare placed me in the middle of the action. The subtle, tranquil sounds of nature in Red Dead Redemption 2 made me feel like I was really back in the wild west. Even retro titles like Mega Man Legacy Collection sound great with the headset. Overall, you’re going to get awesome sounding audio no matter which title you play.
The headset blocks out most ambient noise in your environment — reducing any distractions while you’re gaming. This is due to the device’s ergonomic design, which gives the earcups closer contact with one’s ears. While I personally prefer being able to hear what’s around me, I know most gamers want ambient noise reduced as much as possible.
Battery life lasts anywhere between 16-20 hours, depending on whether you’re using the USB dongle or Bluetooth (16 for the former, 20 for the latter). It took a few days for my PS4 to notify me that the headset’s battery needed recharging. One interesting quirk is that you cannot manually turn the headset on or off. Instead, the device automatically shuts off when not in use. Though the battery life is nowhere near as long as the GSP 370’s 100-hours, it’ll last you 3-5 days depending on the length of your gaming sessions.
The GSP 670 is one of the best headsets I’ve played all year. Its ergonomic design makes it comfortable to wear even during long gaming sessions. Though the mic quality could be better, the audio quality is excellent. The headset truly brings the most out of whatever game you’re playing. At $349.95, the GSP is decidedly on the pricey side. However, if you’re in the market for a top-quality wireless headset, you cannot go wrong with this product.
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