Headset

Description

The Xbox 360 headset was the standard voice accessory designed for Microsoft’s second‑generation Xbox console, enabling players to communicate over Xbox Live during multiplayer games. It connected via the controller’s expansion port rather than directly to the console, drawing power and audio through the gamepad. The design featured a single earpiece with an adjustable boom microphone, keeping one ear free so players could still hear the game audio through their television or speakers.

Microsoft later released variations, including wireless headsets that connected directly to the console and stereo options from third‑party manufacturers. The original wired headset was bundled with many Xbox 360 packages, making voice chat a defining part of the console’s online experience. A simple but iconic accessory that helped establish Xbox Live’s reputation for integrated voice communication.