Gaming headsets

Audio so muddy you can't hear the reload? No, thanks. Bad sound quality has a way of pulling you right out of your gaming sessions, and once you notice it, you really can't un-notice it. That's exactly what the right gaming headset fixes.

From casual players to hardcore competitors who live and breathe the game, JB is where gamers go for the best gaming headsets. As Australia's leading retailer of everything gaming, we're stacked with the hottest headsets from the biggest brands, so you can find the right one and get straight into the action.

Both are solid. Wired gaming headsets, like the SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro (Wired), deliver zero-latency audio. Nothing drops out on you mid-match, which is exactly why competitive players keep reaching for them.

Wireless gaming headsets have also come a long way. A 2.4GHz dongle gives you a low-latency wireless connection, while Bluetooth is better suited to casual sessions and easy device switching. Premium options like the Logitech G Astro A50 X go further with Lightspeed wireless tech and a base station dock, while USB-C headsets like the SteelSeries Arctis Nova Elite push battery life well past a full day of play.

Want nothing in the way at all? True Wireless in-ear gaming earbuds like the Razer Hammerhead, HyperX Cirro and Sony INZONE buds are built specifically for gaming.

Good audio quality in a gaming headset isn't just about volume. Drivers, earcup design, surround sound tech and EQ customisation all shape what you actually hear. For eSports players, these are the features worth understanding before you buy.

• Driver quality – The speakers in the earcups matter more than their size. Planar magnetic drivers, like the Audeze Maxwell 2, reproduce sound with less distortion for audiophile-grade detail across the full frequency range.
• Spatial audio – Surround sound tech places sounds in 3D space around you. Dolby Atmos, like in the RIG 300 Pro, treats every sound as an object in 3D space, which is where the precision really kicks in.
• Noise isolation – Closed-back earcups seal in sound, while an open-back gaming headset trades that seal for a wider, more natural feel. In headsets like the Razer BlackShark V3 Pro, active noise cancellation (ANC) takes it further by blocking background noise at the hardware level.
• EQ presets – Tweak the sound profile for whatever you're playing. Dial in the 2kHz–4kHz range for competitive sessions where footsteps and voice comms live, and lock in your settings as presets.

Great audio gets you in the game. The right mic, comfort and build keep you there. These are the features that separate a gaming headset you love from one you tolerate, especially when you’re deep in a marathon session.

• Microphone – A boom mic puts your voice front and centre. Go detachable if you want the option to pull it off when you're gaming solo.
• Comfort – Earpads and memory foam ear cushions keep you in the game instead of having to adjust your headset every five minutes.
• Build quality – A gaming headset cops daily wear, so the headband and hinges need to back it up.
• Battery life – For wireless headsets, check what a full charge actually gets you, not just the number on the box. Charging speed is also worth a look. Some headsets give you hours of play from a 15-minute charge.
• RGB lighting – Not essential, but if your gaming rig has a look, matching RGB headsets, like those from Glorious and Corsair, tie the whole setup together.

Yes, most do. The majority of modern gaming headsets are multi-platform and work across PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, PC gaming and phones. Compatibility can vary by connection type, though, so it pays to check before you buy.

• PlayStation – Most headsets connect via USB or 3.5mm and work straight out of the box.
• Xbox – 3.5mm headsets work on Xbox Series X, Series S and Xbox One via the controller jack.
• Nintendo Switch – Most 3.5mm headsets work well in handheld mode.
• PC gaming – Virtually every headset works on PC.
• Mobile phone – Look for headsets that support simultaneous Bluetooth.

From entry-level to audiophile-grade gaming headsets, Aussies go to JB because we've got the biggest brands in audio all in one place.

• The best audio brands – Logitech, Razer, SteelSeries, HyperX, Sony and Corsair.
• Staff who know their gear – Visit your nearest JB store for expert advice.
• Sharp prices – JB regularly runs gaming headset deals.
• Flexible shopping options – Shop online, click & collect or instore.

Got your eye on something? Add it to cart and hit checkout. Still deciding? Swing by your nearest JB store and try on a few before you commit.