LucidSound LS35X Wireless Surround Sound Gaming Headset – Officially Licensed for Xbox One – Works Wired with PS4, PC, Nintendo Switch, Mac, iOS…
$68.75
Last updated on June 10, 2024 12:30 am Details
- Multi-Platform Compatible: Officially licensed for Xbox. Works with Xbox Series X, Xbox Series S and Xbox One. A 3.5mm cable included for use with Sony PS5, PlayStation 4, Nintendo Switch, PC, Mac, iPad, Windows, mobile. Great for video chat and conference calls via Zoom, Microsoft Teams, Skype Teams, GoToMeeting, Webex, Discord, Teamspeak, and more
- Wireless: Complete wireless freedom using Xbox Wireless technology, No cables, no base-station, no long setup process, Connects directly to your Xbox just like a controller, View headset connection and battery status details on screen
- Premium Design For Comfort: Superior comfort during long campaigns with soft, gel-cooled memory foam padding and a flexible lightweight frame, spacious earcups twist flat to rest comfortably around your neck. Flexible headrail and carbon-black solid metal touchpoints for strength & durability
- Removeable Boom Mic: Convenient dual mic system includes a detachable, flexible boom mic with LED mic mute indicator for crystal-clear team chat including mic monitoring, removing the boom mic activates a secondary mic perfect for mobile gaming and calls
- Multi-Game Compatible: Up to 15 hour of battery life, precision-tuned 50mm drivers, surround sound using dolby atoms or windows sonic, play your favorite games including Fortnite, Diablo 4, Call of Duty, Halo, Overwatch, Battlefield, Gotham Knights, Flight Simulator, World of Warcraft, Roblox, any many more
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LucidSound LS35X Wireless Surround Sound Gaming Headset – Officially Licensed for Xbox One – Works Wired with PS4, PC, Nintendo Switch, Mac, iOS…
$68.75
Amazon Customer –
Note I shipped this to the UK from Amazon US.
Bearing in mind my other headset is the Arctis Pro Wireless, it is a hard act to follow.
Build quality & comfort
I don’t need to labour the point when it comes to build, LucidSound’s headsets are extremely well made across their range. The LS35X is more about refinement, even over their flagship headset LS40 (soon to be replaced by the LS41). The memory foam padding is very comfortable, the hinges are more solid and the move to oval earcups beneficial. The headset is deceiving, in that they aren’t especially light in the hand, but during a 4 hour gaming session I literally forgot I was wearing them. No issues with comfort whatsoever, though the suspension headband design SteelSeries employ still has the edge.
Audio performance
The most important aspect. I will use the Arctis Pro Wireless as a reference again because that headset has superb clarity. The LS35X is extremely close in that aspect, with well defined lows, mids and highs, which offers similar clarity. Where it arguably beats the Arctis is overall balance, because there’s no obvious weakness. The LS35X are not bass heavy, as say the Astro A50, but they do produce sufficient punch and don’t distort under the strain – assisted by those 50mm drivers.
Overall an extremely balanced sound, with superb clarity, impactful bass and well-defined positional awareness. I used both Windows Sonic and Dolby Atmos. To be honest it is difficult to distinguish between the two; both offer exceptional surround sound, with neglible differences. If anything Windows Sonic offers a wider soundstage, but both technologies provide great precision – ideal for providing ample warning during Blackout!
Performance
I have noted a few customers complaining about drop outs. I am using this headset in the UK (imported from Amazon US) and in 8 hours total play I’ve not experienced a single drop out, or malfunction of any kind. I had the headset up and working in seconds and has worked flawlessly since.
However, days later… I am updating this review because I’m experiencing some interference issues. No audio dropouts as yet, but a crackling sound which when it starts doesn’t stop, only to go away when I turn everything off and return to it much later. I’m still figuring out the problem, but it isn’t a good sign, and a first for a wireless headset in my home. If it persists I will be returning the headset.
Mic quality
I have had no complaints from friends using the boom mic, which comes across as clear. Apparently I don’t sound any different from when using the Arctis. I recommend placing the mic relatively close for mic monitoring feedback however, which is on the subtle side. The internal mic is merely a fall back option, so unless you want to sound like you are in a cave, the boom mic is always advisable for gaming.
Features
The headline feature being wireless connectivity, the rest of the feature-set is somewhat sparse. There are no alternate EQ settings, which may disappoint some, but when the signature sound is so impressive, not having access to additional modes I’ll likely never use is a minor loss. The biggest feature I feel it lacks is Bluetooth, which should be a feature of any modern gaming headset. The added versatility of Bluetooth would enhance this product.
Conclusion
A great sounding headset with some teething issues concerning reliability. On reflection I couldn’t possibly recommend this headset based on other people’s experiences, and the issue I am having with sound distortion, which is very disappointing considering the long wait. If I find a fix I will amend this review, otherwise I will be sending it back. A real shame, because there’s a lot to like. Hopefully there is a firmware fix, which is inexcusable given the numerous delays.
AppyDroid –
On arrival i was pleasantly surprised with the product over all, The sound was on point, Mic was decent, Comfort all of those things were great, Unfortunately my pair developed a crack at each end of the headband where the joint allows the headset cans to swivel, Possibly just a one off issue with my pair, As they felt really stiff to turn inwards which i think caused the stress crack on the plastic parts holding the joint together,
The headphones were used with care and had them for approximately 2 weeks.
One other issue which seems to happen to alot of customers is the dropouts,
My Xbox is approximately 3 feet away from the headset on my desk, And would suffer from frequent drop outs of audio, Which even the update did not resolve, Occasionally the headset would just turn off also.
Later found that high wifi traffic areas cause this issue, Which interfere with the headset connection.
This is an issue with all wireless headsets which direct connect to xbox, So i feel its the wireless protocol used, and not necessarily the fault of the headset as it needs to use this to connect to the xbox,
Other than those annoying issues, When working, Sound and mic were very good
I don’t think direct connect for xbox is quite there yet. I would personally go with a headphone with usb wireless connection if you want wire free headphones. Until xbox step up the game with other wireless support, this will be an issue across the board.
Amazon Customer –
The LS35X has received some flack since launch, and rightly so for the reported connectivity issues. But LucidSound has been swift to act with a firmware update. I updated my unit out of the box and haven’t experienced a single issue. It is also worth noting my Wi-Fi setup at home is heavily congested. So onto the headset itself, build quality is superb. Not the lightest of headsets but the weight is distributed evenly and the metallic materials do give it a premium feel. The ear cushions are soft and good quality, my only slight issue is the headband – which I feel is insufficiently padded. For extended play the headband can eventually begin to weigh down, which when compared to suspension headbands I’ve used previously, whilst not a major flaw, it’s not on a par for comfort. I do really like the memory foam, coolant gel infused ear cushions however, which compensate to a degree.
Setup is straightforward – which includes the firmware update, though a PC/laptop will be required. Audio is fantastic, which is well-balanced, has deep bass and excellent clarity. In a different league to the Razer Thresher for instance, and have a cleaner sound signature than the Astro A50 Gen 3s. Only the Arctis Pro Wireless trump this headset (slightly) for clarity, but those have weak bass.
They are very loud too. As an Xbox owner I can’t find fault with the streamlined, ease of use and flawless performance. If you expect a host of features then you may be disappointed. You could say it’s bare bones in that department, reflected by what you get in the box: headset, soft case, USB charge cable (short), 3.5mm cable, detachable mic. There is only one signature sound and the buttons on the headset are minimilastic. But what a sound, why have options to pointless EQ settings like superhuman hearing or bass boost when the standard EQ is so impressive.
For Xbox owners, there’s a lot to like, though it’s not without a few niggles. It isn’t perfect then, but then which gaming headset is? None are in my experience!
Other platform users may be better advised waiting for the LS41 since the seamless functionality with Xbox is one of its main features.
OG Gamer –
TL;DR is at the end. EDIT AT BOTTOM (10/18/18)
I use an XBOX One X and I’m coming from using the Turtle Beach Stealth 500X (held together by popsicle sticks and electrical tape) for the past 4+ years, that were fully wireless to the controller, but have a USB dongle connected to the XBOX. That’s what I’m using for my main comparisons on sound quality.
First impressions:
1. They feel like a decent headset but I was expecting the entire band to be metal. It seems there is a metal frame around the cans but once they hit that hinge where the headband extension happens I’m pretty sure it goes all plastic. They fit pretty well but seem kind of heavy. Bonus travel case is nice. Volume dials and buttons seem flimsy. I’m very careful and I don’t see this as an issue for me but I was expecting metal and a little less wobble/give on the mute buttons.
2. They were very easy to pair up. It took about 5-10 seconds.
3. I played 3 games for a total of roughly 3 hours, COD Black Ops 4 Battle Royal, PUBG, and Forza Horizon 4. I had audio drops in every game, roughly every 2-3 minutes. Sometimes more frequent, sometimes less, but on average every few minutes. Sometimes it’s a half second, sometimes a second, sometimes a few seconds or more. That is a killer in battle royal. You just have to wait for the audio to pick back up. Shooters sounded great as did Forza but I wish I could tweak sound. I definitely would have liked separate sound profiles for shooters, racing games, etc…
4. These sound really good and are loud. At least they seem louder than the Stealth 500x’s. I use both with Dolbey Atmos and feel like I can hear better, direction and overall, with the LS35x’s. Might be placebo but I’ll test further.
Pros:
*Seem to be good quality but I worry about the hinges and headband over time.
*They sound great and are loud. (I’ve only tested using Dolbey Atmos) Good directional awareness. I feel like it’s better than the Stealth 500x’s.
*Easy to connect to console.
*100% wireless. When you turn off the console, they turn off, just like the controller.
Cons:
*Too many disconnects (likely the deal breaker for me and many others if there isn’t an immediate fix)
*No Bluetooth. Can’t connect to phone that way to manage headset or play audio from mobile device. (It’s 2018 and these were delayed so long, this is a big miss since most newer mobile devices are ditching the 3.5mm jack. Works wired doesn’t mean much if you don’t have a 3.5mm jack on your phone.
*No EQ – the preset is the preset. While it sounds good it doesn’t work for all games. The turtle beaches had pre-loaded presets or you could connect to a PC and configure personal presets for different game genres. They would highlight different sounds depending on the genre.
TL;DR: Sound and build is good but there are too many audio drops. No EQ. Waited a long time for these, not sure I feel like waiting for a firmware update. The audio drops might be a deal breaker.
EDIT (10/18/18) Don’t buy these. I used these for 2 more hours after trying all the troubleshooting tips provided by LucidSound. I unpaired/re-paired, walked out of room with just headset, just controller, then both, to allow to re-pair with the XBOX. Nothing works and these are disconnecting a few times a minute now. Maybe a firmware update can fix them but with the way the pre-order, delays, lack of information/communication by LucidSound, and then how the launch went, I don’t have any faith that this company can provide a quick firmware update, and even if they could, that it would actually fix the issue. Even 1 audio cutout is unacceptable. These cut out constantly. It’s like every time you move your head they disconnect. To anyone reviewing these that says that the cutouts aren’t a big deal, they’re not an avid gamer. Call-outs, sound cues, and directional awareness is everything in the games I play, PUBG, COD Blackout, and Destiny. Shame on LucidSound for shipping these out like this with no fix in sight. Their quality control must be non-existent. I couldn’t be any more disappointed after waiting this long and having been shipped a flawed product. These are going back for something reliable.
Neil Clements –
These are absolutely outstanding! I cannot find a single thing wrong with them.
Sound is loud, crisp and clear and Dolby Atmos adds that’s extra element you want for gaming.
The microphone is clear and well balanced, wether you have the boom mic or the built in mic in the headset. The noise cancelling works so well the person I was racing with thought I’d cut out when I wasn’t speaking.
The controls are so easy to operate, with easy access dials on the cups, with an easy push of the right ear cup to mute the mic. You even get a handy light on the boom mic to say it’s muted. Balancing game sound with voice is easy and you can even balance your own voice monitor.
The wireless is faultless. I went off to make a cup of tea downstairs and could still hold a clear conversation with my friend online. No glitches or cutting out at all.
For the cost you’re definitely not going to get more for your money. I challenge you, try and find something more feature rich at the price point.
I don’t know why these aren’t advertised more because I happened to hear about them via word of mouth.
Seriously, if you have an Xbox, buy these. Takes seconds to pair and you’re away, enjoying amazing sound and conversation, with stunning surround sound.
Alastair McDonald –
Great sounding, comfortable gaming headphones for Xbox one S, which is easy to setup and works well.
However, the design of the headband seems mechanically flawed. Our first LS35X’s cracked as in the pics, then their replacement did exactly the same in the same place. First pair failed after about 2.5 months, second pair after only 5 weeks. I don’t think they’ve been particularly badly treated.
Amazon were great as usual with returns and replacement, but after the second failure I’ve gone with Steelseries Arctis 9X, I’m yet to see (and hear) how they get on.
5 stars for comfort, ease of use and sound. 1 star for the repeated mechanical failure
Neil –
The Lucidsound LS35X headset works very well with the XBOX. Connection is simple and quick. The large volume dial on the left ear is easy to adjust without having to feel around for a dial/button. The Headset can also be muted just by tapping the left ear once which is very convenient. The headset is very comfortable to wear for long sessions. I also like the fact that the chat mic does not need to be attached for solo players and they provide a blanking plug that covers the mic input hole. Overall these are impressive headsets, the bass sounds nice and deep and they represent the audio as it should be not at all tinny like the Stealth 600’s. If you are looking for a decent pair of cans that work very well with COD these should be on your list. Unfortunately they lasted a year before the headset swivel cracked so not recommended now.