Conclusion
Saitek has really outdone themselves with the Cyborg 5.1 headset. The sound quality is absolutely tremendous and I was really impressed with how everything sounded coming out of these headphones. They’re not nearly as big as some other DJ-style cans, let alone those that provide 5.1 surround sound, but the Cyborg has a performance level that sits pretty high in my books. They won’t be as compact as a set of premium earbuds, but premium earbuds just don’t offer the same kind of experience.
The build quality is exceptional and there is plenty of padding to keep you comfortable for hours of movies, music, and gaming. It’s also pretty cool that the Cyborg logo on each earpiece lights up when in 5.1 mode. The right ear lights up green whereas the left ear lights up red. It’s also on the left earpiece that you’ll find the cleverly hidden port for the removable microphone.
Headphones like these will never replace the experience of a true 5.1 surround sound speaker system, but Saitek has done a great job with the Cyborg 5.1 headset. The surround sound experience is pretty spot on and the quality of the product is among the best in the business. I just wish the ear muffs were a touch bigger for my ears.
Pros
- Exceptional sound quality
- Versatile application for both stereo and 5.1
- Provided software adds a great deal of customization
- Fantastic build quality all around
- Very comfortable, even with extended use
Cons
- Carrying case zipper is a little troublesome
- Inside of earpiece is a little too small
- Sound escapes to outside of headphones
Overall Rating: 9.0/10
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