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Gamers have different requirements for their headphones than people who listen to music, as they need to not only be able to hear what’s going on in accurate surround sound, but also to communicate vocally. Gamers often play for long periods of time, so any headgear needs to be robust, comfortable and lightweight.

Most gaming platforms will incorporate a wide mix of vocals, music, bass and special effects so headphones need to be crystal clear and accurate, so that you can hear voices over background sound. They should also include a rich stereo sound to translate the atmospheric music and special effects properly, so that you get the full spine-tingling experience. The audio microphone on the headphones will need to be adjustable and also noise canceling, so that other gamers can hear you speak without getting a lot of interfering white noise. Controllers that are built into the cable are also useful, so that you can make quick adjustments when you need to in the middle of game play.

You can get some really good deals on gaming headphones at Newegg.com, and the excellent Logitech Extreme 3.5mm Supra-aural PC Gaming Headset is just $12.99, and features easily adjustable volume controls, noise canceling microphone and a lightweight style that fits comfortably behind the head. You can get even more savings on gaming headgear and other items on this site if you use a Newegg coupon code at the checkout, and these can be obtained by subscribing to the regular newsletter, which includes different discount coupons and offers each issue.

You can also get codes and coupons for other websites that can be used to get money off on gaming headphones such as the Best Buy Promotion Code which entitles you to free delivery on all items from the Gameplay website, as well as £5 off when you spend £35+ on gaming software and hardware.