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JLab Nightfall Wired

52/ 100
Average
HearWiki score

Poor value

$40
typical price, USD
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At a glance

Brand
JLab
Type
Gaming
Fit
-
Connection
Wired
Noise cancelling
No
Released
2023

Score breakdownaverage overall

Sound6.5
Calls3.2
Value5.6

The Nightfall Wired Gaming Headset Black is a wired over-ear gaming headset built for PC, Mac, Xbox, PlayStation, and Nintendo Switch. It ships with a reversible color headband. A 50mm dynamic driver delivers audio across the full 20Hz to 20kHz range, with 3 EQ presets available to tune the sound.

The HearWiki takeAI-condensed

The JLab Nightfall Wired is a budget-friendly gaming headset that delivers punchy, bass-forward audio from its 50mm drivers, with a comfortable build and straightforward 3.5mm connectivity across platforms. Its flip-to-mute electret mic adds convenience, but the cable can pick up noise and the sound profile may not suit everyone. Overall, it’s a solid pick for casual gamers seeking value, though not without minor compromises.

What works

  • Strong bass-heavy sound for the price
  • Comfortable and lightweight at 250g
  • Simple universal 3.5mm connection
  • Convenient flip-to-mute microphone
  • Broad feature set for under $40

What doesn't

  • Microphone quality is noticeably weak
  • Cable crosstalk can be distracting
  • Bass tuning may overwhelm some genres

Paraphrased from published reviews & specs - not an original hands-on test. Our AI disclosure.

Specifications

Audio - JLab Nightfall Wired
Driver50 mm dynamic
Driver typedynamic
Driver size50 mm
Drivers per side1
Frequency response20 Hz - 20 kHz
Impedance32 Ω

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What the reviews said

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pcworld.com

The reviewer says the wired Nightfall delivers strong audio for the price and is easy to use with a simple 3.5mm connection across many devices. The main drawback noted is the microphone, which the review treats as the headset’s weakest point.

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reviewed.com

The review describes the headset as comfortable, light, and fairly affordable, with decent sound overall. It also criticizes cable crosstalk and a bass-heavy tuning, and frames the product as promising but held back by a few flaws.

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thegeekchurch.com

This review is positive about the Nightfall’s sound, comfort, and flip-to-mute microphone, presenting it as a strong value for gaming. It emphasizes the headset’s 50mm drivers and broad feature set as major strengths.

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