The awesome people from OneOdio sent across one of their newest models of headsets: the OneOdio A71 Wired DJ Headset. It offers share port technology, extreme foldability, 3.5 to 6.35mm stereo capabilities, and so much more. So let’s crack open this lil beauty and look at what this headset can offer!
First Impressions
As you can see, the box is a little beaten up from shipping from China. As you probably guessed, OneOdio is a Chinese company that makes headphones, earbuds and a couple of earplugs as well. I was VERY skeptical about these headphones as they are pretty cheap, retailing for around $35 USD, compared to the headset I currently have (which is a Razer Kracken Pro V2 which retails for around $80 USD).
Audio Quality
We were pleasantly surprised by the audio quality of the OneOdio A71 headphones. The 40mm drivers built-in delivered a powerful bass that thumped and rumbled in all the right ways. The mids were also impressive, offering a clear and balanced sound. However, when it came to the highs, we noticed a bit of a letdown. Listening to a track like Queen, the high tones failed to soar and instead crackled slightly. Nevertheless, if you value a solid bass and decent mid-tones over the highs, the A71 headphones are definitely worth considering.
Microphone
With most of us still working from home or gaming online, having a reliable microphone is crucial. We put the A71’s built-in microphone to the test and were pleased to find that it delivered clear audio without any distortions. The only drawback we noticed was that the mic isn’t adjustable, which may frustrate some users who prefer to position the mic in a specific way for optimal performance.
Dual Listening
One interesting feature that caught our attention was the A71’s dual listening capability. This feature allows another person to plug into your headphones and listen to the same track as you. While we’re not entirely sure who would use this feature, we have to admit it’s a unique addition. It certainly sparked our curiosity as to why OneOdio felt it was a feature worth including. After all, it’s just as easy to tell your friend to play the same song on their own device, right?
THE GOOD
- Great sound quality
- Comfortable to wear
- Decent mic quality that sounds pretty clear
- Compact and easy to transport
- Shareport technology is something you just can’t beat!
THE BAD
- Easily Scratchable
- Cheap feeling and hard to adjust
- Slight crackling on higher pitch notes
Summary
Overall, The Oneodio A71 headset is a solid budget headset for gaming, generally listening to music and or whatever your use may be. The build quality of the headset is nothing special and can easily pick up scratches through minor use and is a bit tough to adjust. However, the overall audio quality of the headset is nothing to smirk at either. It offers deep bass notes and decent listening quality, with only the occasional crackle when hitting higher notes. This headset is comfortable to wear and fits the user smugly when being worn. If you are looking for a cheap budget headset that has a built-in mic and decent audio quality, look no further than the OneOdio A71 DJ headset.
