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Tom’s Guide
Technology
Tammy Rogers

I test headphones for a living — let me tell you why you need a pair of wired cans and a mic instead of your gaming headset

Meze 105 AER headphones.

Before I go anywhere further, if you want something compact that doesn't take up space, then one of the best gaming headsets is still a great option. They're space-efficient and comfortable, generally all things you want when you go to play some "Call of the Duty" or "Battlefield Man 3, escape of the guy with a gun."

If, however, you're a connoisseur of all things audio and an avid gamer, I have a trick that not only negates latency but also improves the sound of your games — be that a split-second decision in an FPS, or a soaring score in an immersive RPG.

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