Xbox One modders make third-party Xbox 360 headset adapter

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Xbox One doesn’t support third-party Xbox 360 headsets at present, but as expected, the modding scene has shown that it can be done with a little technical know-how.

The folks over at Instructables – who also provide the above image – ran their magic all over the Xbox One to make it happen. All it requires it the official headset bundled with Microsoft’s console, the ability to solder and a few bits and bobs outlined through the link.

The whole process is detailed on their page, so check it out if you want to use your headsets with Xbox One. It was tested out using a paid of Astro A40s and is said to have worked just fine.

Meanwhile, Turtle Beach is offering free headset upgrades for those looking to use their Xbox 360 devices on Xbox One. You have until the end of January to sign up for a free, official adapter. It’ll be mailed to you in March, which is quite a bit away.

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Source: http://www.vg247.com/2013/11/25/xbox-one-modders-make-third-party-xbox-360-headset-adapter/

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TomorrowLandPosted:

Garrett_Angell I thought microsoft said they were gonna support third party headsets? oh well
They will, just not at launch...

TomorrowLandPosted:

I was one of the first ones that said/predicted this would happen ;>

TomorrowLandPosted:

VictorZazuetaM I really can't understand why people do this just to use a different headset...
When you pay $400 for a pair of headphones, you kind of want to use them...

neboPosted:

VictorZazuetaM I really can't understand why people do this just to use a different headset...


because if you paid quite a bit of money for turtle beaches or something along those lines, wouldn't you want to use them?

VictorZazuetaMPosted:

I really can't understand why people do this just to use a different headset...

xsuperxsmashxPosted:

WOW turtle beach is only offering the adapter if you have bought one of four of their latest headsets :(

lolnoPosted:

Idk how MS didn't see this coming

Garrett_AngellPosted:

I thought microsoft said they were gonna support third party headsets? oh well

DJMarkyMarkPosted:

I'm just going to wait until Microsoft supports third party headsets. The mic they gave us isn't too bad and I can go a few months without a gaming headset.

OasisPosted:

Erm, not sure if ripping your controller apart just so you can chat with Astros is a smart move. Even once it's installed, one wrong pull on the cable and you might end up with a broken controller.