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Black over-ear gaming headset with padded headband, leatherette ear cushions, flip-up boom mic and inline volume dial

Turtle Beach Recon 70 Wired Gaming Headset Black 40mm 3.5mm Xbox PS5

SKU CH-XHRT-F9W25

Over-ear wired headset with 40 mm drivers, flip-to-mute microphone and 3.5 mm jack for Xbox, PS5 and PC

  • Frequency range20 Hz
  • Headphone styleOver Ear
  • Impedance32 ohms
  • Connection3.5 mm
  • Wearing styleOver ear
  • Cord lengthTurtle Beach Sticker
  • Lightweight 0.84 lb design for long sessions
  • 40 mm drivers deliver crisp highs and deep lows
  • Flip-up mic mutes instantly when folded away
  • Synthetic leather cushions isolate noise and boost bass
  • 5 mm plug works with Xbox, PS5 and PC

Lightweight Multiplatform Headset

The Turtle Beach Recon 70 is a wired over-ear headset weighing 0.84 pounds with 40mm speakers and a 3.5mm connector. It is built for gamers who want a single headset that works across Xbox, PlayStation 5 and PC without extra adapters. The detachable high-sensitivity microphone flips up to mute instantly. Synthetic leather ear cushions provide passive sound isolation for long sessions.

Who This Suits and Who Should Look Elsewhere

Players who need a light, comfortable headset for cross-platform play will appreciate the simple plug-and-play 3.5mm connection and on-ear volume control. Buyers who want wireless freedom, active noise cancellation, a USB digital connection or a dedicated mute button on the cable should look elsewhere. The fixed cable length and lack of software EQ may also limit users who prefer deep customisation.

Capacity and Headroom

The 40mm dynamic drivers cover a 20 hertz frequency response at 32 ohms impedance, delivering clear highs and lows for gaming and media. The microphone operates around 3K ohm impedance with the same 20 hertz lower limit, capturing voice adequately for chat. Spatial audio support adds immersion where the platform provides it. The headset runs out of headroom for users who demand audiophile-grade detail, wireless latency specs or detachable cable replacement.

How it compares

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Price $55.99
Pricier than about 74% of the 7,078 comparable items (median $25.99).

Specifications

Product
Brand nameTurtle Beach
Model nameR70 × 24B, TBS-2001-05
Part numberTBS-2001-05
Product typeOver the Ear
Product colorBlack
Audio & video
Frequency range20 Hz
Headphone styleOver Ear
Impedance32 ohms
Wearing styleOver ear
Noise cancellationSound isolation
Mic impedance~3K ohm
Mic frequency response20 Hz
Ports & slots
Connection3.5 mm
Size & build
Cord lengthTurtle Beach Sticker
Product weight0.84 lb (0.38 kg)
In the box
In the boxRecon 70 Gaming Headset, User Manual, Turtle Beach Sticker

Questions about this item

What type of 3.5 mm port does my device need for the Recon 70 to work?

The headset uses a single 3.5 mm four-pole connector that carries both stereo audio and the microphone signal on one plug.

Will the 40 mm drivers and 32 ohm impedance work properly with an older Xbox One controller?

Yes, the 32 ohm impedance and 3.5 mm jack are fully compatible with Xbox One controllers that have a built-in headset port.

How can I confirm the flip-to-mute microphone is functioning after I plug the headset in?

Flip the boom down, speak into it, then flip it up; the mic should mute when vertical and transmit when lowered.

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