

The console creates a spatial audio effect that makes games feel more immersive with sound from multiple directions. The Pulse 3D wireless headset has relatively average playback quality for an over-ear headset, but it really shines when paired with the PS5's 3D audio software. Pulse 3D delivers engaging sound when playing games or watching movies.

The Pulse 3D headset includes on-board controls for nearly every setting: volume, microphone mute, voice monitoring, and audio chat balance can all be toggled with buttons and switches located next to the headset's ear cups. Small PlayStation logos are featured on each side of the band, above the ear cups. The most common PS5 color is white, but Sony also sells black and camouflage covers and controllers, which match the Pulse 3D's other options. The look of the Pulse 3D's plastic headband mirrors the plastic cover of the PS5 and DualSense controller, which makes it a perfect visual complement. The inability to fold the ear cups also makes it harder to store the Pulse 3D compared to some competitors. The plastic band that wraps around the headset is surprisingly flexible too, but ultimately feels less sturdy and less comfortable than headsets with metal frames. The faux leather material that covers the earpads looks a bit cheap but the thick foam is actually quite comfortable. In fact, the ear cups on the Pulse 3D headset can't be moved at all. And rather than adjustable arms to move the ear cups, an adjustable rubber strap is used to secure the fit. Instead, dual noise-canceling microphones are embedded in the ear cups, which offers a cleaner look.

There's no adjustable boom microphone that sits in front of your mouth. The Pulse 3D takes a different design approach than most gaming headsets. The headset has integrated microphones rather than a boom mic.
