While the X12 doesn’t offer surround sound via multiple drivers, an outboard processor can be added to simulate surround. I’m sure that would be fun to play with, but I honestly didn’t miss the fake surround. The stereo headphones do well to create a virtual surround effect. I had no problems distinguishing footsteps that came from in front or behind me. It was also easy to sense how close or distant footfall, gunfire, explosions and other effects were. Though I generally play on a full 7.1-surround system, the stereo X12 did a fine job of giving me a sense of my place in the game via audio queues.
Finally, I took the X12 over to my music listening rig (the one I use for testing $100 to $1,400 audio headphones) and gave them a pretty critical listen. Look, I realize few are likely to use these as music listening headphones… it’s just impractical. Still, if a headphone can reproduce music well, it is going to sound great for long-term use in even the most active, explosive gaming scenarios.
I was seriously impressed at how even, open and articulate the X12 sounded for music. I’ve tested headphones that cost two to four times as much that don’t sound as good. While I wouldn’t necessarily say they are of audiophile quality, they are certainly well above the curve for a $50 to $100 headphone and, to be sure, something I can be proud to give my son.
To be honest, I had already ordered up a pair of X12 as a Christmas gift, figuring that if they were terrible, I’d send them back. That isn’t going to happen. I’m thrilled with the X12’s performance and very pleased with my purchase.
Conclusion
The Turtle Beach X12 gaming headphones are versatile, well constructed and, for the most part, well designed. The mic monitor and bass boost features are a nice touch and their high degree of comfort allows for long-term wear with little to no fatigue. The biggest surprise was just how great they sounded. It’s hard to imagine wanting much more from a gaming headset, especially at such a reasonable price.
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