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VintageWhino
15-12-2004, 15:12
Hello guys,

Am very down, I got home last night, saw the missus was out, sat down to play a game or ten of HALO 2 and discover to my horror that my headset is broken.
The stupid clip that connects the boom to the head band thingy has snapped. :cry:

anyone got any ideas of how to solve this heartbreaking scenario without it costing me loads?
GoblinUK
15-12-2004, 15:17
Buy yourself a Halo 2 headset...you know youre worth it.
VintageWhino
15-12-2004, 15:20
is it worth it?
GoblinUK
15-12-2004, 15:31
It's very good...much more comfortable than the regular one (especially if you are like me and wear glasses) and also means you can sit back too. Its much lighter and the sounds seems clearer. I like it a lot (but i think its only worth it if like you, youve got to replace your old headset anyway)
VintageWhino
15-12-2004, 15:36
It's strange that you would mention glasses. I do wear glasses. How did you know? :suspect:
I'm going to have to get on of these then. I've got to say that the problem of wearing glasses and leaning back was starting to get on my goat somewhat. Thanks alot for the advice.
GoblinUK
15-12-2004, 15:58
No probs
camaj
15-12-2004, 16:35
Apparently MS will replace snapped ones for free. I use headphones when I play, and put the headset under the left ear headphone.
scottwilson82
15-12-2004, 16:45
I feel your pain, I snapped mine last week :cry: Whack a bit of superglue on it and Bob's your uncle (for a day or two til it snaps again) :thumbs:
msm13579
15-12-2004, 17:06
sellotape to stick it back together? apparently game sell replacements for ~£6 as well :)
camaj
15-12-2004, 18:02
why pay £6 if you can get it for free?
Xeon007
15-12-2004, 18:06
Mine snapped as well last week - it's been less than 12 months so I'll probably ring MS and ask for a replacement. Bloody stupid design...
msm13579
15-12-2004, 18:28
why pay £6 if you can get it for free?
good point.

just incase they don't replace it, £6 is a lot cheaper than the halo 2 green ones.
andrewh
15-12-2004, 21:30
Anyone got any decent pics of the halo 2 headset, does it fit right over the head similar to call centre headsets, i dont really like the way the standard version fits.
rst
15-12-2004, 21:56
Mine snapped as well last week - it's been less than 12 months so I'll probably ring MS and ask for a replacement. Bloody stupid design...

Mines snapped also, anyone got an email addy i can bounce an email at?
platty
15-12-2004, 22:03
Anyone got any decent pics of the halo 2 headset, does it fit right over the head similar to call centre headsets, i dont really like the way the standard version fits.



http://shop.gameplay.co.uk/webstore/slideshow.asp?title=Halo+2+Headset+for+Xbox+Live&productcode=XB0965&platform=XBX&image_no=1&dir=

Hows this ...... :thumbs:

From what i can see , is, that it fits directly over the ear.....
zantarous
15-12-2004, 22:47
why pay £6 if you can get it for free?

It’s a different headset and far more comfortable and no chance of snapping the damn think.
Matt KB
15-12-2004, 22:53
Phone number is: 0800 587 1102
Email is: supxbxen@microsoft.com
Oddfella
15-12-2004, 23:34
You can try using a handsfree headset from a mobile phone - I'm using a plantronics one at the moment which just clips onto my ear - sounds fine - not sure how great the mic is though but i can't hear that...
camaj
16-12-2004, 02:43
It’s a different headset and far more comfortable and no chance of snapping the damn think.

I thought the £6 was the same or similar to the MS one and not a better one
scottwilson82
16-12-2004, 19:15
I emailed MS and they told me to call the number posted above and that they may be able to replace it under the one year warranty if I have proof of purchase.
rst
16-12-2004, 19:39
I emailed MS and they told me to call the number posted above and that they may be able to replace it under the one year warranty if I have proof of purchase.


pass on that then..................(

its less than a year old...but i have no proof...
Geoggy
17-12-2004, 12:01
i recommend the game "own brand" one - available instore for 6.99.

over the head with completely adjustable headpiece and adjustable mouthpiece.
Deron
17-12-2004, 12:16
i recommend the game "own brand" one - available instore for 6.99.

over the head with completely adjustable headpiece and adjustable mouthpiece.

Far more comfortable and it's more like a traditional headset meaning you can lean back.

I'll probably ebay my unused ms one.
scottwilson82
17-12-2004, 15:29
OK i just phoned xbox customer support and told them my headset was snapped and that I was told to call them. I said it's less than a year old and so is my console. Gave him my Xbox serial number and my name etc and was told to expect a replacement headset within 5 days no hassle at all with receipts or anything so cheers to whoever posted the email and number :thumbs:
scottwilson82
22-12-2004, 11:03
Got my brand new headset delivered to my door today at no cost to me :clap: Cheers microsoft :thumbs:
Makaveli_thadon
22-12-2004, 11:12
nice one mate, good to see microsoft doing some good.

I can recommend the halo 2 headset, I love mine, its costly tho but if you play online alot its worth every penny.