Sony has unveiled two new gaming headsets for the PlayStation 5, called the Pulse and Pulse Edge. Both headsets are built with features specifically tailored for the PS5, including support for Sony’s spatial audio technology, known as Tempest 3D AudioTech, which creates a more immersive sound experience in compatible games. They also use PlayStation Link, a wireless technology that connects via a USB-C dongle, offering low-latency, high-quality audio without compression. The Pulse is the more affordable model in the lineup. It uses custom planar magnetic transducers, which are designed to work well with Tempest 3D AudioTech for a more realistic and immersive audio experience. The headset includes multiple microphones with an AI-powered noise reduction system, promising clearer voice communication during online gaming sessions. It also features a user-friendly design with foldable ear cups for easy storage and transport. Users can adjust audio settings, such as volume and the balance between game audio and voice chat, either directly on the headset or through the PS5 interface. The Pulse Edge is the more advanced model, building upon the Pulse’s foundation with enhanced acoustic components. Its planar transducers include twice as many magnets, delivering deeper bass and more detailed sound. It also adds an active noise cancellation feature, helping to block out background noise for a more focused gaming experience. Unlike the Pulse, the Pulse Edge uses a boom-mounted microphone, which is generally more effective at capturing voice than standard built-in microphones. It also includes a noise reduction algorithm and a button to temporarily disable the microphone when needed. If the boom is removed, built-in microphones automatically activate. Both headsets support PlayStation Link for low-latency wireless connectivity using a USB-C dongle, and they also include a Bluetooth receiver for more traditional uses. Sony allows users to use both connections at the same time, meaning they can stay connected to the PS5 via PlayStation Link while using Bluetooth to answer a phone call, for example. Sony has not yet revealed key details such as the weight, battery life, price, or release date for the Pulse and Pulse Edge. Given typical product schedules, a release before the summer of 2027 is possible, though it may take several more months before the headsets become available to the public.