Black Friday gaming headset deals 2022: discounts that are music to our ears

Razer BlackShark V2 CouRageJD Edition | 50mm drivers | 12-28,000Hz| Closed-back | Wired | $109.99 $54.99 at Best Buy (save $55) (opens in new tab)
The BlackShark dethroned the HyperX Cloud Alpha to become our top gaming headset, with sound quality "far above what you will get with most other sets in this price point," thanks to drivers with smartly separated bass, mids, and treble. It's the champion for two years running.

HyperX Cloud Alpha| Wired | 50mm drivers | 13-27,000Hz | Closed-back | $99.99 $54.99 at Amazon (save $45) (opens in new tab)
The lowest-ever price for the more affordable wired version of our favorite wireless gaming headset. The Cloud series is legendary, and the Alpha has held strong for 5 years now as the best pair of cans HyperX has ever made.

Razer Kraken Ultimate | 50mm drivers | 20–28,000Hz | Closed-back | Wired (3.5mm) | $129.99 $64.99 at Best Buy (save $65) (opens in new tab)
If you love the look and design of the Kraken but wish it had a little oompf. The Kraken Ultimate might be more up your alley. It offers THX spatial audio and better bass than the cheaper, greener base Kraken. 

Drop x Sennheiser HD 6XX | Wired | 10–41,000Hz | Open-back | $279 $179 at Drop (save $100) (opens in new tab)
Our Jacob is a huge fan of the Sennheiser HD 650. It's basically Sennheiser's classic audiophile headset and it sounds absolutely stunning. The HD 6XX is Drop's version of that same headset, in partnership with Sennheiser, of course. So you're getting a slightly modified version of the HD 650 for quite a bit less cash, especially with this deal. Just note it doesn't come with a microphone, so you'll need one of those separately. Similarly, you might need a more powerful amp to get the most out of this headset, but that's not necessarily a requirement.

Razer Barracuda X | 40mm drivers | 20–20,000Hz | Closed-back | Wireless | $99.99 $56.60 at Amazon (save $43.39) (opens in new tab)
The Quartz pink version of the Razer Barracudas here are loud in sound and in style. This headset sounds great, and it's multiplatform with enough battery life to wear all day. Plus it's super comfy.

SteelSeries Arctis 7X (Xbox Version) | 40mm drivers | 20–20,000Hz | Closed-back | Wireless | $149.99 $89.99 at SteelSeries (save $70) (opens in new tab)
The Arctis 7X at a time was one of our favorite wireless headsets for both PC and console gaming. Its ski goggle headband is very comfortable and perfect for marathon gaming sessions. Our only problem is that the bass isn't great for the price, and there's no Bluetooth support, so it's not great for commuting.

Sony Inzone H9 | 40mm drivers | 5–20,000Hz | Closed-back | Wireless | $299.99 $279.99 at Best Buy (save $20) (opens in new tab)
Sony's new premium PC gaming headset, the Inzone H9, is predictably pricey, and this is the first time it's been on sale since its launch. It has features like ANC, Bluetooth wireless, and a decent 32-hour battery life. While Inzone software isn't the best, the default sound and sleek design are suitable for PS5 and PC gamers looking for a fancy headset. 

HyperX Cloud Alpha | Wired | 336g | £89.99 £39.99 at Amazon (save £50) (opens in new tab)
The venerable Cloud Alpha may be getting on a bit now, but that doesn't stop it from being one of the pound-for-pound best-sounding gaming headsets of all time. The smart driver design has been recently aped by Razer's impressive BlackShark V2 range, and sounds as close as you can get to an expansive open back design in a noise-isolating closed back headset. Highly recommended.

Razer Kraken | Wired | 322g | £79.99 £49.99 at Amazon (save £30) (opens in new tab)
I prefer the Blacksharks personally, but the Kraken is Razer's standard gaming headset. Not only that, it's a rock-solid gaming headset for the masses. With chunky 50mm drivers and a retractable mic, it delivers what a gamer needs. And it comes in a couple of colours to match your setup. The only thing is, like many gaming headsets, they can be a little too generous on the bass, but that's not an issue for everyone. If you love a little too much low-end, you'll love the Kraken at this price.

Razer Barracuda | 40mm drivers | 20–20,000Hz | Closed-back | Wireless | £159.99 £133 at Amazon (save £26.99) (opens in new tab)
This headset is a jack-of-all-trades. Go from your PC to your mobile, to your consoles in just a few easy steps. A 3.5mm wire, USB Type-C dongle and Bluetooth make most devices compatible. It has Razer Synapse compatibility to boot, letting you tweak the EQ to suit your hearing needs. Not the most budget-friendly gaming headset, but one I believe is well worth the investment at this reduced price.

SteelSeries Arctis Pro | Wired | 426g | £179.99 £109.99 at Amazon (save £70) (opens in new tab)
The outstanding Arctis Pro briefly dropped lower than this, but at this price remains a solid deal on a set of seriously hi-res gaming headphones. The 10–40,000Hz response of these cans makes them ultra-clear for gaming, and delivers great depth for music too.

Steelseries Arctis 7 | Wireless | 20–22,000Hz | 24-hour battery | £159.99 £94.99 at Amazon (save £65) (opens in new tab)
The Arctis 7 has long been the de facto wireless headset of choice for many gamers, us included. A few people on the team use this headset and rate it highly for regular use. The mic is clear and the sound is surprisingly balanced for a gaming-first headset. Definitely tough to go wrong with this headset, especially now that it's below £100.

Razer Nari Ultimate | Wireless | 432g | £199.99 £99.99 at Amazon (save £100) (opens in new tab)
I'll be honest, the haptic audio feedback built into the Nari does not float my boat, but that doesn't mean this isn't still a quality wireless gaming headset. And given that the wireless premium usually pushes headset prices well over £100, that makes the Nari Ultimate great value right now.