Cooler Master MH752 Gaming Headset Review

Testing gaming headphones is usually quite challenging with results being more opinion based.  You simply can’t convey in print how things sound, at least without some very expensive audio equipment. I have used the MH752 headset for a couple of weeks to really get a feel for them.  I tested with both the included 7.1 setup and connected directly to my Creative Sound Blaster X7 Amp/DAC. I typically use a Sennheiser PC363D gaming headset and alternate between my HiFiman HE560s and a heavily customized Sennheiser HD6xx headset for music.

For audio testing the MH752 headset was hooked directly to my PC, first through the included 7.1 sound card and then via the Creative Sound Blaster X7.  The X7 is an ultra-High Resolution Audio (HRA) device that acts as an external USB DAC and a powerful audio amplifier using the Audio Technology: SB-Axx1™ decoder.  Thanks to the holidays, I was able to put some lengthy game sessions together in both Battlefield V and in 7 Days to Die and I have to confess the 7.1 sound was better than I expected given the price point!   

I immediately found that sound clarity and separation exceeded my expectations thanks to several zombie jump scares! Surround sound was clean and the directional sound was pretty clear. The bass response was also distinct though a bit distant. I did mess with the equalizer to fill in the bass rumble and while the MH752s are not going to please a bass head, they did all right.

Next I tested with some of my favorite tracks and found the MH752s a pleasant surprise. The Neodymium dynamic drivers confidently handled my test tracks.  Classical, EDM and acoustic classics were clear with distinct sound signatures across the mids and highs. Heavy bass centric tracks were quieter showing the low range is not very powerful as my more expensive sets.  The fact that I cant really complain about the bass in a 7.1 gaming headset is actually pretty complimentary on its own!

As I mentioned all microphone testing was done in TeamSpeak and in Skype. Like many gaming focused headsets; in game audio revealed that my voice chat had come across quieter than expected.  Turing up the microphone on the dongle seemed more effective than adjusting gain in Windows when direct connecting. 

I am sure those of us looking for a higher quality microphone will already have a much nicer desktop microphone. I’m looking at you twitch and podcast users! Frankly I think this is the way it should be.

Cooler Master has certainly provided a solid gaming headset that is clear and comfortable even after hours of continuous gaming. The MH752 gaming headset just feels like a much more expensive pair of headphones and I would happily recommend a set of Cooler Master gaming headphones to anyone looking to make the leap to 7.1 directional sound.

The Cooler Master MH752 happens to be some of the most versatile headphones we have in the lab and respond equally well on both consoles and gaming PCs.  They look great, sound great and don’t wear out their welcome during those long gaming sessions.

Light weight design
Included 7.1 surround sound processing
Compatible with almost everything
Exceptional build quality
Terrific price point

Limited low end range
Microphone audio pick up is low
Slightly smaller ear cups for over ear design