The LucidSound LS31 Wireless is a good gaming headset with plenty of control options but takes some time to get used to. It has decent audio reproduction and is comfortable for long gaming sessions. It also uses a dual-microphone system for accurate recording/transmitting of your voice. Unfortunately, the headset feels quite loose on the head and doesn’t create an air-tight seal, which is important for isolating ambient noise, meaning it will be better suited for quiet environments. On the upside, the USB dongle reduces the latency to a minimal amount that you shouldn’t notice, and you’ll be able to enjoy your games from your couch thanks to their good wireless range.
Our Verdict
The LucidSound LS31 are average for mixed usage. While they have decent audio reproduction and are quite comfortable, the bulky design won’t be ideal for commuting or sports. It also doesn’t isolate noise well. Also, the over-ear design isn’t very breathable, and the cups feel loose on the head, meaning they’ll be a mediocre option for sports. On the upside, their low latency dongle allows you to watch TV from your couch without lag or lipsync issues. They also have a great microphone performance for online gaming.
- Comfortable design.
- Great microphone performance.
- Loose fit.
- Poor isolation performance.
- Confusing controls scheme.
The LucidSound LS31 are decent for neutral listening. They have a powerful and relatively deep bass, a good mid-range, but an underemphasized treble. Unfortunately, their bass is quite boomy and lacks a bit of rumble, while the vocals and leads are going to sound thick and cluttered. The treble range is uneven and will lack detail, but will also sound sharp on certain S and T sounds for some. On the upside, you can switch between three EQ presets: default, bass-boost, or treble-boost.
The LucidSound LS31 are sub-par for commuting. The loose fit doesn’t isolate any lower-frequency noises and will let in all the rumble of engines. Also, over-ears gaming headsets aren't easily portable and will be hard to travel around with.
The LucidSound LS31 are mediocre for sports. They're bulky, and the over-ear design traps heat inside the ear cups, which will make you sweat more than usual. It also doesn’t hold well on the head, so it will surely sway off your head during physical activity. You’ll also have to use it wired, which means you have a risk of getting the cable caught on something and yanking the headset off.
The LucidSound LS31 are average for the office. While they're comfortable and their battery life will last you long enough for a whole workday, they don't isolate ambient chatter well and is quite leaky, so you won’t be able to raise your volume higher without people surrounding you hearing your music.
The LucidSound LS31 are good for gaming. This headset has a great microphone for online gaming with friends. You can also use the cups’ dials to control the game and chat audio volumes. The USB dongle reduces the latency to a minimum, and you’ll be able to wear the headset comfortably during long gaming sessions. This gaming headset is also very versatile since you can get audio wirelessly on consoles and PCs.
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- Updated Nov 21, 2019: Converted to Test Bench 1.3.1.
- Updated Nov 21, 2019: Converted to Test Bench 1.3.
- Updated Feb 05, 2019: Review published.
- Updated Feb 03, 2019: Our testers have started testing this product.
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The LucidSound LS31 is a good gaming headset that sets itself apart by its game and chat volume dials on the ear cups. It’s a comfortable headset with a great microphone for online games. It can be used wirelessly on PC and PS4, but you’ll need the audio cable connected to your Xbox One controller for mic support. If you’re an Xbox One gamer and would prefer a fully compatible wireless headset, see our recommendations for the best Xbox One gaming headsets, the best wireless gaming headsets, and the best wireless headphones.
The SteelSeries Arctis 7 Wireless 2017 is a better gaming headset than the LucidSound LS31 Wireless. The SteelSeries beats the LucidSound in pretty much every category, other than wireless range, but only by a few feet when the source is obstructed by walls, which should rarely happen when gaming.
The LucidSound LS31 Wireless is a better gaming headset than the Astro A20 Wireless. It has lower latency, is more comfortable, and has more control options thanks to the channel mixing dials. It also has a better microphone for online gaming, and its battery life lasts a bit longer than the Astro. On the other hand, the Astro have better sound quality and also have an app to EQ the headphones to your liking. Unfortunately, they can’t be used wired like the LucidSound can, and their latency and wireless range are a bit worse.
If you really want a wireless headset for gaming, then the LucidSound LS31 Wireless is a better option than the HyperX Cloud Alpha. It is wireless and has game and voice chat channel mixing, which some gamers will appreciate. However, if you don't want to manage battery life and don't mind a wired connection, the HyperX are better built, are more comfortable, and have a great audio reproduction and microphone.
If you really want a wireless headset for gaming, then the LucidSound LS31 Wireless is a better option than the Turtle Beach Elite Atlas. The LucidSound provides you with more freedom to move around or to game from your couch without a wire. It also has dials to mix game and chat audio, which is convenient. However, if wireless technology is not a must, the Turtle Beach are more comfortable, better-built, and has great audio reproduction.
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