Sony Launches $100 PlayStation Pulse Headset with Planar Magnetic Drivers

Sony has introduced its latest $99.99 PlayStation Pulse wireless headset, bringing high-end planar magnetic driver technology down to an entry-level price point. The updated peripheral features a lightweight build with either a black or white headband, 180-degree rotating ear cups, and support for simultaneous playback over low-latency PlayStation Link audio and Bluetooth.

Designed primarily for PlayStation 5 users seeking detailed sound without a heavy price tag, the headset also connects to PCs and the Nintendo Switch 2 using an included USB-C Link dongle, while pairing directly to the PlayStation Portal handheld without extra hardware. Initial evaluations note that the custom drivers produce clean, balanced sound with a punchy default sound profile that can be customized in the console system menu. Compared to rival budget headsets, its primary advantage is delivering planar magnetic tech under $100.

Onboard controls feature a dedicated Bluetooth button for managing calls and media playback, alongside a volume rocker that adapts to the active connection mode. Sony has also teased an upcoming Pulse Edge model that will add active noise cancellation, an eight-magnet driver configuration, and a detachable boom microphone, though release details remain unconfirmed.

Should you buy it? If you need a comfortable, budget-friendly console headset with simultaneous multi-device audio, this model offers standout value. Note that retail pricing and stock availability may fluctuate.