ONIKUMA K16 Gaming Headset

ONIKUMA K16 Gaming Headset
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I have tried several gaming headsets from ONIKUMA and they are all very similar, all very good and all budget priced. This new model K16 is no exception.
The headset arrived nicely presented in a mid-range display box. Inside the box was the headset itself, cable adapter, and a small but easy to read User Guide a scan of which I include in my unboxing video.
The headset is nicely made, seems robust and strong, and quite tastefully designed compared to some gamer headsets I have tried - which is not saying much. It is moderately well padded on both the earcups, which are of the over-ear type, and on the suspended headband. It is comfortable and easy to wear even for long gaming sessions. The 1.5m braided audio cord has both a 3.5mm jack and USB plugs. An adaptor is including which connects to the universal 3.5mm jack plug to allow the mic and headphone signals to be split for devices with separate sockets. The earcups illuminate with multicoloured LED’s when connected using the USB plug and in fact, this is the only purpose of the USB plug as USB audio is not supported and there is no built-in vibration engine. An audio volume dial and mic mute switch are found on one earcup.
How does it sound?
The audio quality is actually not bad at all and worthy of a higher priced device. There is plenty of bass, not so much as to be overpowering, with the mid and higher frequencies being clear and well defined without being too sharp or abrasive. When both gaming and listening to music it is becomes a very immersive and enjoyable experience. From a pure gaming viewpoint the lack of direct talkback through the console is a drawback but the fine sound quality and ease of use for general music playing more than makes up for it.
Unlike with some gaming headsets, the LED lighting is quite subtle and not unattractive with the ONIKUMA logo pulsing gently on both earcups, with the microphone tip glowing red. Colours cannot be preset and the lighting can only be switched off by unplugging the USB plug. It is worth saying again that the USB connection is to power the LED lights and not to allow for system-level interaction with a gaming console. The microphone stalk is very flexible and can be easily folded out of the way but cannot be unplugged. The mic is good and is one of the best I have tried on a gaming headset,
This is a large and well-made set of headphones described as being for gamers but really they are fine for general purpose listening with a full and rich sound not often found at this price. If you are a serious gamer, particularly a console user then my advice would be to keep looking. If you are looking for a budget headset for music, PC Gaming and general use then this would be a decent buy for £20.99.
The Good
Good sound
Great price
Good build quality
Comfortable to wear
LED Illumination
Audio/Mic adaptor
Adjustable mic position
Passive noise reduction
The Bad
No vibration engine
Not suitable for some gaming consoles
Music: TH-cam Audio Library: Au.Ra: Battle Royale