It is now two years since I use this headset. If I have not seen a marked effect surround, I find however that the sound fidelity is exceptional. Perfect frequency response with low but this does not destroy the eardrums, media and acute well separated and balanced. It also allows you to listen without disturbing the relatively strong entourage. His sound is amazing. The cable is quite long and very good quality even if at times tangled spirals. 3.5/6.3 adapter screw allows never lost the tip. The setting size is ok but the head is held in the light (slide). So there is more and sometimes discomfort is felt. My personal verdict after trying other brands, I take back direct