Performance
Setting up the Rumble is very straightforward. While you can simply use the 3.5mm jack plug to connect the headset to your PC, keep in mind that this will only allow them to be used as headphones, as the microphone is configured for Bluetooth only. The main benefit of using the 3.5mm cable for audio, is that the headset won’t have to rely on the built-in battery, as they’ll be powered by your connected device such as an MP3 player or your phone.
Connecting through Bluetooth was nice and easy. You simply hold down the play button to turn on the device, then keep holding it until the headset says “pairing.” The headset will speak aloud a pairing password to enter onto your device and will be discoverable when you search for Bluetooth devices on your mobile device. Once paired, the built-in controls are perfect for answering calls, skipping tracks and adjusting volumes. I really like that the controls are simple and easily located on the left ear cup, as you can comfortably find and press them without taking off the headset.
Max volume is very loud on this headset, no doubt louder than most people would be comfortable with, but this could have great benefits if your source material happens to be recorded quietly, as it gives you the extra boost you would need to enjoy it properly. Even at max volume the headset is distortion free, but it can become a little treble heavy and you’ll lose some of the fidelity in the bass frequencies; this isn’t uncommon in a headset of this size.
Music performance on the headset is very impressive. Given the size of the drivers and the lightweight design of the headset in general, I wasn’t expecting a big sound, but that’s exactly what I got! Bass has a nice thump to it overall that sounds great with electronic and dancy music, but there’s enough grunt to the sound to enjoy a wide range of music; even my death metal collection didn’t cause any issues. If I’m being picky, I would say that the mid ranges are not as detailed as they could be, but overall the sound quality is on par with any comparable price/spec headset.
The microphone is bright and clear, nothing remarkable, but nothing wrong with it either. It’s certainly good enough to use for phonecalls and it saves you from having to turn off your music just to pick up the phone; great for when you’re walking around as it keeps your hands free.
“If I’m being picky, I would say that the mid ranges are not as detailed as they could be, but overall the sound quality is on par with any comparable price/spec headset.” Then It would be shitty sound, as 95% of headsets (unlike Kingston HyperX, and 300€+ headsets…)