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General

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Series

Recon3Press releasemarketchameleon.com/PressReleases/i/783850/HEAR/turtle-beach-unveils-its-allnew-recon-70Read 23 October 2026

Stealth1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-500-headsetRead 15 October 2026Stealth family. The press release calls it an expansion of the Stealth series.

Model numbersiMaker identifiers for this exact model and its listed variants. Excludes sibling models and other generations.

TBS-2001-05, TBS-2001-15, TBS-2555-01, TBS-2455-01, TBS-3555-01, TBS-3455-01W, TBS-3655-05, TBS-3001-15, TBS-3001-05, TBS-6230-01, TBS-6555-02, TBS-6455-02, TBS-6560-05, TBS-2655-021Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/recon-70-headsetRead 23 October 2026The page offer list (JSON-LD) gives 15 SKUs, each with its platform and colour. 14 are stored. The PC edition TBS-5001-05 is left out because it ships with a PC splitter cable and its own weight. Switch editions (TBS-8xxx) are not on this page.

TBS-2103-05, TBS-2103-95, TBS-3103-05, TBS-3103-95, TBS-5104-051Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-500-headsetRead 15 October 2026Store SKUs TBS-2103-05 and TBS-2103-95 (Xbox), TBS-3103-05 and TBS-3103-95 (PlayStation), TBS-5104-05 (PC). The Nintendo Switch 2 edition has its own USB-C transmitter and is not stored.

GTIN / EAN

731855020003, 731855020010, 7318550300026Retailer pagebestbuy.com/product/turtle-beach-recon-70-wired-over-ear-multiplatform-gaming-headset-for-xbox-series-xs-xbox-one-ps5-ps4-pc-mobile-black/JXK5HF4G72Read 23 October 2026UPC 731855020003 for model TBS-2001-05.7Spec databaseik.imagekit.io/pimberly/65707b38e31f5a94719d7ba0/a0dec553/6708fd36da38b3001221eba7/product-pdfRead 23 October 2026Distributor data sheet for TBS-2001-15, published 11 October 2024. Barcode 731855020010.9Retailer pagedateks.lv/en/cenas/austinas/1109830-turtle-beach-recon-70-ps-blackRead 23 October 2026Retailer feed for TBS-3001-05 gives barcode 731855030002. It calls this the Recon 70P PlayStation black edition.

731855021048, 731855021079, 731855031047, 731855031054, 7318550510521Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-500-headsetRead 15 October 2026Store product feed barcodes for the five SKUs.

AnnouncediThe maker's first announcement of this model. This is separate from first retail availability.

18 March 20193Press releasemarketchameleon.com/PressReleases/i/783850/HEAR/turtle-beach-unveils-its-allnew-recon-70Read 23 October 2026Press release of 18 March 2019. Mirror of the PR Newswire text.

18 April 20244Press releasesavingcontent.com/2024/04/18/turtle-beach-unveils-new-line-up-of-gaming-headsets-keyboards-and-mice-all-launching-may-2024Read 15 October 2026Press release dated 2024-04-18.

Status

Available1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/recon-70-headsetRead 23 October 2026Page is live and sells the headset at $39.99.

Available1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-500-headsetRead 15 October 2026All five SKUs in stock on the maker US store at $89.99. The launch MSRP was $79.99.

PredecessoriThe model this one directly replaced, in the same line, tier and size, as the maker or a trusted review names it.

Turtle Beach Recon 503Press releasemarketchameleon.com/PressReleases/i/783850/HEAR/turtle-beach-unveils-its-allnew-recon-70Read 23 October 2026The release calls the Recon 70 the successor to the Recon 50.4Press releases205.q4cdn.com/173492113/files/doc_news/TURTLE-BEACHS-ALL-NEW-RECON-70-SERIES-GAMING-HEADSETS-FOR-XBOX-ONE-PLAYSTATION-4-NOW-AVAILABLE-AT-RETAIL-05-01-2019-2019.pdfRead 23 October 2026Recon 70 is the successor to the Recon 50 series.

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SuccessoriThe model that directly replaced this one, in the same line, tier and size. A revision such as a Slim or OLED model does not count when a next generation exists.

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Launch price (US)iThe maker's US launch MSRP for the stated configuration, excluding tax. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

$39.953Press releasemarketchameleon.com/PressReleases/i/783850/HEAR/turtle-beach-unveils-its-allnew-recon-70Read 23 October 2026MSRP $39.95. The release says this is the same price as the Recon 50.4Press releases205.q4cdn.com/173492113/files/doc_news/TURTLE-BEACHS-ALL-NEW-RECON-70-SERIES-GAMING-HEADSETS-FOR-XBOX-ONE-PLAYSTATION-4-NOW-AVAILABLE-AT-RETAIL-05-01-2019-2019.pdfRead 23 October 2026MSRP of $39.95 for the Xbox One and PlayStation 4 models at retail from 1 May 2019.

$79.994Press releasesavingcontent.com/2024/04/18/turtle-beach-unveils-new-line-up-of-gaming-headsets-keyboards-and-mice-all-launching-may-2024Read 15 October 2026$79.99 MSRP for the new Stealth 500 models.

Launch price (EU)iThe maker's euro launch price for the stated configuration, including VAT as published. Current store prices and later discounts do not qualify.

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€89.994Press releasesavingcontent.com/2024/04/18/turtle-beach-unveils-new-line-up-of-gaming-headsets-keyboards-and-mice-all-launching-may-2024Read 15 October 2026Published as $79.99/GBP 79.99/EUR 89.99 MSRP, with no country named. Tax treatment is not stated.

MarketsiISO country or region codes where this exact model or variant is sold. A source page's language does not establish availability.

US3Press releasemarketchameleon.com/PressReleases/i/783850/HEAR/turtle-beach-unveils-its-allnew-recon-70Read 23 October 2026US launch price and North America availability. No other market prices stored.

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ColoursiThe maker's own colour names

Black, White, Black/Green, White/Green, Black/Blue, White/Blue, Midnight Red, Arctic Camo, Blue Camo, Green Camo, Lavender, Silver1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/recon-70-headsetRead 23 October 2026Colour names as written in the offer URLs of the page. Each SKU is one colour.

Black, Arctic Camo1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-500-headsetRead 15 October 2026Black and Arctic Camo. Arctic Camo exists only for the Xbox and PlayStation editions. The PC edition is Black.

Segment

Gaming1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/recon-70-headsetRead 23 October 2026Maker calls it a gaming headset.

Gaming1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-500-headsetRead 15 October 2026Sold as a multiplatform gaming headset.

Design

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Form factor

Over-ear1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/recon-70-headsetRead 23 October 2026

Over-ear1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-500-headsetRead 15 October 2026Over-ear. The page shows circumaural leatherette cushions.

Ear cup enclosureiClosed, open or semi-open acoustic enclosure. This does not describe how the headset folds.

Closed1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/recon-70-headsetRead 23 October 2026Spec table: Earcup Design Over-Ear (Closed).

Closed10Measurementrtings.com/headphones/reviews/turtle-beach/stealth-500-wirelessRead 21 October 2026Public header: Enclosure Closed-Back. Type Over-ear.14Reviewaphnetworks.com/reviews/turtle-beach-stealth-500/3Read 21 October 2026Review text: due to its closed-back nature, the headset does not leak as much sound as an open-back would.

Wearing style

Headband1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/recon-70-headsetRead 23 October 2026Headband with padded headband cushion.

Headband6Reviewaphnetworks.com/reviews/turtle-beach-stealth-500/2Read 15 October 2026Over-the-head headband with a plastic frame and a fabric band.

FoldingiFlat means the ear cups rotate flat. Inward means the ear cups fold toward the headband.

Flat11Measurementsoundguys.com/turtle-beach-recon-70-review-34046Read 23 October 2026Review: a swivelling hinge at the headband lets the headset lay flat. A retailer feed (Dateks) lists the headset as not foldable. Best Buy lists Foldable Design Yes.

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Swivelling ear cupsiEar cups can rotate relative to the headband. Tilting alone does not count.

Yes11Measurementsoundguys.com/turtle-beach-recon-70-review-34046Read 23 October 2026Review: a swivelling hinge where the cups meet the headband, plus outer hinges for tilt.

No6Reviewaphnetworks.com/reviews/turtle-beach-stealth-500/2Read 15 October 2026Review dated 2024-11-22: the earcups do not pivot and cannot rotate.

RGB lighting

No6Retailer pagebestbuy.com/product/turtle-beach-recon-70-wired-over-ear-multiplatform-gaming-headset-for-xbox-series-xs-xbox-one-ps5-ps4-pc-mobile-black/JXK5HF4G72Read 23 October 2026Spec list: Lighting Type None.

No11Retailer pagebestbuy.com/product/turtle-beach-stealth-500-wireless-over-ear-gaming-headset-for-ps5-ps4-pc-mobile-black/JXK5HF4VH5Read 21 October 2026Specifications, Features: Lighting Type None.

Lighting zonesiNumber of independently controllable lighting areas across both ear cups.

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Drivers and sound

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Driver type

Dynamic12Reviewrtings.com/headphones/reviews/turtle-beach/recon-70Read 23 October 2026Public summary row: Transducer Dynamic. Test result cells are members only and are not used.

Dynamic13Reviewmp1st.com/news/turtle-beach-stealth-500-review-wallet-friendly-wirelessRead 21 October 2026Review text: the drivers are standard, dynamic 40mm transducers.

Driver sizeiDiameter of the largest sound driver. Do not use the microphone capsule diameter.

40mm1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/recon-70-headsetRead 23 October 2026

40mm1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-500-headsetRead 15 October 2026Specifications: Drivers 40mm.

Drivers per sideiNumber of sound-producing transducers in one side, excluding microphones.

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Diaphragm material

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Magnet

Neodymium1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/recon-70-headsetRead 23 October 2026Spec table: 40mm with Neodymium Magnets.

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Frequency response (wired or passive)iPublished acoustic range for wired listening, or the maker’s single range when no mode is distinguished. Power state and test standard belong in the source note.

Min20 HzMax20 kHz1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/recon-70-headsetRead 23 October 2026Spec table: 20Hz - 20kHz. No test standard or power state given.

Min20 HzMax20 kHz1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-500-headsetRead 15 October 2026Specifications: Frequency Response 20Hz - 20kHz.

Wireless audio transmission bandiFrequency range of audio transmitted over the wireless connection, not the acoustic response of the driver. Codec, sampling rate and bitrate conditions belong in the source note. When the maker gives a range per codec, the widest range is stored and its codec goes in the source note.

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Impedance (passive when specified)iUse the headset-off value for a passive analog connection when the maker publishes both powered and passive values. Note the power state and test frequency.

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32Ω11Retailer pagebestbuy.com/product/turtle-beach-stealth-500-wireless-over-ear-gaming-headset-for-ps5-ps4-pc-mobile-black/JXK5HF4VH5Read 21 October 2026Specifications, Audio: Impedance 32 ohms. This is the listing for the PlayStation edition TBS-3103-05. Turtle Beach publishes no impedance. The power state and test frequency are not stated.

Sensitivity (passive when specified)iUse the headset-off figure when both powered and passive values exist. The power or voltage reference, test distance and frequency belong in the source note.

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Sensitivity referenceiPublished power or voltage reference for sensitivity. Do not assume 1 mW when the source gives only a dB value.

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THD (claimed)iPublished distortion figure or numerical upper bound. The source note states any less-than sign and test level.

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Max input power

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Max digital audio sample rateiHighest supported digital audio sample rate over a USB cable or wireless dongle. This is not the microphone rate or acoustic frequency response.

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Max digital audio bit depthiHighest published digital playback bit depth over a USB cable or wireless dongle.

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DAC

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Personalised soundiA manufacturer-supported hearing test or ear scan creates a device sound profile tailored to the listener. Generic equalizer adjustments do not count.

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Onboard EQiCustom playback EQ profiles stored in the headset and applied without the host app running. Note supported active connections. Receiver-only or software-only EQ does not count.

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No13Reviewmp1st.com/news/turtle-beach-stealth-500-review-wallet-friendly-wirelessRead 21 October 2026Review text: there is currently no way to save your custom presets to the headset for use with other devices. The headset does remember the last EQ used. The maker built-in presets on the EQ Mode button are factory presets, not custom profiles.

Custom EQ bandsiNumber of bands in the custom playback equalizer. Microphone EQ bands are excluded.

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101Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-500-headsetRead 15 October 2026Swarm II gives a 10-band audio EQ on the maker page FAQ.

EQ presets

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Signature Sound, Bass Boost, Bass & Treble Boost, Vocal Boost15Owner's manualsupport.turtlebeach.com/s/article/Stealth-500-PC-Version-User-GuideRead 21 October 2026Maker user guide for the PC version, updated 2026-04-22. The EQ Mode Button cycles four built-in presets: 1 beep Signature Sound, 2 beeps Bass Boost, 3 beeps Bass & Treble Boost, 4 beeps Vocal Boost. The maker product page calls the third one Treble Boost, and the guide is preferred.

Volume limit

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Spatial audio

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Spatial audio supportiNamed headset or host spatial-audio systems that the maker or reviewer explicitly supports. A platform feature may require compatible hardware, software or a separate licence.

Windows Sonic, Dolby Atmos, DTS Headphone:X, Sony 3D Audio for PS51Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/recon-70-headsetRead 23 October 2026Page names Windows Sonic, Dolby Atmos, DTS Headphone:X and Sony 3D Audio for PS5. A footnote says Dolby Atmos and DTS:X may require additional purchases, app downloads and supported hardware.

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Spatial audio licence includediA paid spatial-audio licence is bundled or embedded. Compatibility with a separately purchased app does not count.

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Head tracking

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Noise cancelling

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Active noise cancelling

No12Reviewrtings.com/headphones/reviews/turtle-beach/recon-70Read 23 October 2026Public summary row: Noise Cancelling No. The review says the other editions differ only in colour scheme.

No10Measurementrtings.com/headphones/reviews/turtle-beach/stealth-500-wirelessRead 21 October 2026Public header: Noise Cancelling No.

ANC typeiFeedforward uses outside microphones. Feedback uses inside microphones. Hybrid uses both. Voice-call noise filtering is separate.

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ANC microphonesiTotal microphones used for active playback noise cancellation across both sides. Do not substitute the total physical or voice microphone count.

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Adaptive ANCiNoise cancellation automatically changes with the environment or fit. Manually choosing a level does not count.

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ANC levelsiNumber of adjustable cancellation strength steps. Off and transparency modes are excluded.

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ANC attenuation (claimed)

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Transparency mode

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Adjustable transparency

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Conversation detectioniAudio pauses or lowers automatically when the wearer speaks. Voice assistant activation does not count.

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Wind noise reduction

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Measured

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Frequency response notesiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

Bass and sub-bass are under-emphasised and there is a slight dip around 3 to 4 kHz. Mids and highs are accurate.11Measurementsoundguys.com/turtle-beach-recon-70-review-34046Read 23 October 2026SoundGuys frequency response chart measured on its old test system, before its Bruel and Kjaer 5128 fixture. Review of 8 September 2022. No numbers are published in text.

Bright sound signature.10Measurementrtings.com/headphones/reviews/turtle-beach/stealth-500-wirelessRead 21 October 2026Public summary: Sound Signature Bright.

Bass amountiReviewer’s bass deviation from its stated target. Positive is more bass. Target and test method belong in the source note.

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-1dB10Measurementrtings.com/headphones/reviews/turtle-beach/stealth-500-wirelessRead 21 October 2026Public summary: Bass Amount Slightly Underemphasized (-1 dB). RTINGS tested the PC model with Methodology v2.3. The full test results, target curve details and settings are behind the RTINGS paywall and were not used.

Treble amountiReviewer’s treble deviation from its stated target. Positive is more treble. Target and test method belong in the source note.

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1dB10Measurementrtings.com/headphones/reviews/turtle-beach/stealth-500-wirelessRead 21 October 2026Public summary: Treble Amount Slightly Emphasized (1 dB). Same test bench. The detailed results are behind the paywall and were not used.

Deviation from targetiReviewer’s full-range error from its target curve. Do not substitute a regional bass or treble error.

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Consistency between fittingsiReviewer’s standard deviation across repeated fittings. Test rig and fitting procedure belong in the source note.

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Harmonic distortioniIndependently measured harmonic distortion, with test level and method in the source note.

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Sound leakageiIndependently measured leakage at 30 cm. Playback level and method belong in the source note.

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Measured noise isolationiIndependently measured attenuation. Positive values mean more noise reduction. ANC state, rig and frequency bands belong in the source note.

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Noise isolation (measured, best)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Passive isolation (measured)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Mic quality notesiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

The microphone frequency response is accurate for a gaming headset, but the output level is very quiet.11Measurementsoundguys.com/turtle-beach-recon-70-review-34046Read 23 October 2026Non-standardised microphone demo. The review calls the frequency response pretty great and the output very quiet.

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Mic low-frequency extensioniMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Mic high-frequency extensioniMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Mic speech-to-noise ratioiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Measured latencyiEnd-to-end latency measured by a reviewer for a specific connection, platform and codec. Firmware, method and operating mode belong in the source note.

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Bluetooth latency (measured, worst)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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2.4 GHz latency (measured, worst)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Measured battery lifeiReviewer’s continuous playback test. State the connection, ANC and lighting where known. Unknown settings stay omitted and are described in the source note.

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Battery life (measured, max)iMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Clamping forceiMeasured by a reviewer, not claimed by the maker

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Weight (measured)iIndependently weighed headset. A review that repeats the maker’s number does not qualify. Cable and microphone inclusion belong in the source note.

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Microphone

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MicrophoneiMain microphone used for speech. Secondary internal microphones may be described in the source note.

Fixed boom1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/recon-70-headsetRead 23 October 2026Spec table: Fixed Omni-Directional Flip-to-Mute Microphone.

Fixed boom8Reviewtomsguide.com/gaming/gaming-peripherals/turtle-beach-stealth-500-review-a-wallet-friendly-wonderRead 15 October 2026Omnidirectional mic on the left earcup that is not retractable and slots into the edge of the cup.

Microphone element

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Microphone pickup patterniUse the maker’s exact named pattern. Unidirectional does not establish whether the capsule is cardioid, supercardioid or hypercardioid.

Omnidirectional1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/recon-70-headsetRead 23 October 2026Spec table: Fixed Omni-Directional Flip-to-Mute Microphone.

Omnidirectional1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-500-headsetRead 15 October 2026Specifications: Omni-Directional, Flip-to-Mute.

Voice microphonesiTotal microphones used for voice pickup or beamforming across both sides. ANC-only microphones are excluded.

18Spec databaseik.imagekit.io/pimberly/65707b38e31f5a94719d7ba0/48cceb9e/6708e801c9c26b0012468c73/product-pdfRead 23 October 2026Distributor data sheet for TBS-6230-02 (Arctic Camo): Number of microphones 1.

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Total microphonesiEvery physical microphone across the headset, including call, ANC and calibration microphones. Shared microphones count once. Excludes microphones in charging cases or receivers, and vibration sensors. Use an explicitly published physical total, never a sum of overlapping role counts.

18Spec databaseik.imagekit.io/pimberly/65707b38e31f5a94719d7ba0/48cceb9e/6708e801c9c26b0012468c73/product-pdfRead 23 October 2026Same sheet gives one microphone in total. The mic is the single flip-to-mute boom.

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Mic frequency responseiAcoustic microphone response, not its digital sampling rate. Connection-specific ranges belong in the source note.

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Mic sensitivityiPublished microphone sensitivity. Reference such as dBV/Pa or dBFS, frequency and distance belong in the source note.

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Mic signal-to-noiseiPublished microphone signal-to-noise ratio. Minimum or typical conditions belong in the source note.

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Mic sample rateiExplicitly published digital microphone capture or speech sampling rate. State the audio route in the source note, or say it is unpublished. Internal capture does not prove the effective rate on every connection. Acoustic bandwidth, playback rate and generic microphone-chip capability do not qualify.

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Mic noise reductioniProcessing that removes noise from transmitted speech. Playback ANC and a directional microphone alone do not count.

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Flip to mute

Yes1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/recon-70-headsetRead 23 October 2026

Yes1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-500-headsetRead 15 October 2026Omni-directional flip-to-mute mic that integrates into the headset when not in use.

Mute button

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No6Reviewaphnetworks.com/reviews/turtle-beach-stealth-500/2Read 15 October 2026Left earcup control list from top to bottom: volume wheel, microphone monitor volume wheel, Bluetooth button, QuickSwitch button, Mode button, USB Type-C port and power button. No mute button is listed. The microphone mutes by flipping it up.

Mute indicatoriPublished indication of microphone mute. mechanical_marker is a visible physical marker showing the microphone's mute-switch position. LED options require an electronic light. The in-line controller option is for a mute light on a cable remote.

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Sidetone

No13Reviewxboxtavern.com/turtle-beach-recon-70-headset-reviewRead 23 October 2026Review states the headset has no sidetone or mic monitoring. It also says the mic was clear to party members on Xbox.15Reviewwindowscentral.com/turtle-beach-recon-70-headset-reviewRead 23 October 2026Review: there is no mic monitoring. It also says the mic does not echo to party chat on Xbox or PC.

Yes1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-500-headsetRead 15 October 2026FAQ: mic monitoring can be turned on or off through the Swarm II app.

Adjustable sidetone

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Yes1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-500-headsetRead 15 October 2026FAQ lists mic monitoring level control in Swarm II.

Foam microphone windscreeniA foam cover for the voice microphone. An internal metal mesh pop filter does not count.

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Connectivity

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Audio connectionsiConnections that carry playback audio. Charging or firmware USB alone does not count as USB audio.

Analog1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/recon-70-headsetRead 23 October 2026Spec table: Audio Connection Wired, 3.5mm jack.

2.4 GHz, Bluetooth1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-500-headsetRead 15 October 2026Low-latency 2.4GHz wireless through the USB transmitter plus Bluetooth. The charging port is not used for audio.

Analog source plugsiAnalog plug(s) supplied for the source device, including adapters. The headset-side jack is listed separately.

3.5 mm TRRS2Owner's manualik.imagekit.io/pimberly/65707b38e31f5a94719d7ba0/932838ed/65f45926aa3b6a00184a70f0/mmo_89663266_1634649102_6775_29.pdfRead 23 October 2026Guide shows one 3.5 mm plug for audio and mic. Its PC note says a PC Splitter Cable is needed only when the PC has separate green and pink connectors.

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Cable connector on headsetiConnection used by the playback cable at the headset. A fixed cable is not replaceable through a headset jack.

Fixed cable10Retailer pagemultitronic.fi/en/products/4625339Read 23 October 2026Listing for TBS-2001-05: Connectivity is provided via a fixed 1.2-metre analog cable with a 3.5 mm jack.

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Longest included cableiLength of the longest supplied cable, including charging and dongle cables. Individual cable lengths are listed in Cables included.

1.2m1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/recon-70-headsetRead 23 October 2026Spec table: 4ft / 1.2m on the Xbox and multiplatform editions.

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Headset USB plug or portiUSB plug or port on the headset or its included wired audio adapter. A charging-only USB port can appear here.

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USB-C6Reviewaphnetworks.com/reviews/turtle-beach-stealth-500/2Read 15 October 2026USB Type-C port on the left earcup is used to charge the headset.

Audio over USB-C cableiPlayback through a USB-C cable or included wired USB-C audio adapter. A charging-only USB-C port does not count.

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No15Owner's manualsupport.turtlebeach.com/s/article/Stealth-500-PC-Version-User-GuideRead 21 October 2026Headset controls list: USB Charge & Update Port. The port is for charging and firmware updates only.

Passive wired listeningiAnalog playback works with the headset powered off or its battery empty. An active analog converter that needs headset power does not count.

Yes1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/recon-70-headsetRead 23 October 2026Spec table: Headset Power Passive.

No15Owner's manualsupport.turtlebeach.com/s/article/Stealth-500-PC-Version-User-GuideRead 21 October 2026The headset controls list in the maker guide has no analog audio input. Audio comes only from the 2.4GHz transmitter or Bluetooth.

Wireless receiveriDedicated wireless audio receiver or dongle. A wired USB sound card does not count.

None1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/recon-70-headsetRead 23 October 2026Wired 3.5mm headset only. No receiver is listed in the box.

Included1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-500-headsetRead 15 October 2026USB Wireless Transmitter is in the box of every edition.

Wireless receiver connectoriPhysical USB connector on the receiver. Supplied extension cables and adapters are explained in the source note. Both means two native connector types.

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USB-A6Reviewaphnetworks.com/reviews/turtle-beach-stealth-500/2Read 15 October 2026The transmitter has a standard male USB Type-A plug.

Wireless range (claimed)iMaker’s advertised wireless range. Connection and indoor or outdoor conditions belong in the source note. Measured distance is not stored here.

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Bluetooth

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5.21Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-500-headsetRead 15 October 2026Bluetooth 5.2.

Bluetooth codecsiNamed Bluetooth audio codecs supported by this exact model. Host, firmware and operating-mode restrictions belong in the source note.

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LE AudioiLE Audio playback support. Bluetooth Low Energy for app control alone does not count.

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AuracastiAuracast broadcast audio support. Required phone, firmware and app conditions belong in the source note.

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Bluetooth multipointiCan remain connected to multiple Bluetooth source devices at once. Mixing Bluetooth with a proprietary dongle is a separate field. A maker's dual connection to two Bluetooth devices at once counts.

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Multipoint devicesiNumber of Bluetooth source devices connected at once, not the number remembered for later pairing.

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Paired devices remembered

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Mixes 2.4 GHz and Bluetooth audioiPlays both wireless audio streams at the same time. Automatic switching or Bluetooth standby does not count.

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No15Owner's manualsupport.turtlebeach.com/s/article/Stealth-500-PC-Version-User-GuideRead 21 October 2026QuickSwitch section: in Bluetooth mode you hear only the Bluetooth device. In 2.4GHz Wireless mode you hear only the console or computer. An answered call switches the headset to Bluetooth for the call, so the two streams are not mixed.

Fast pairing

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Base station

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Latency

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Low latency modeiA selectable mode intended to reduce audio delay. A low-latency connection without a distinct mode does not count.

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Claimed latencyiMaker’s claimed delay for the stated connection and mode. Minimum claims and host restrictions belong in the source note.

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Compatibility

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Compatible platformsiPlatforms with a documented audio path. This does not imply every connection or microphone function works. Platform editions must be checked individually.

Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PS5, PS4, Nintendo Switch, Windows, macOS1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/recon-70-headsetRead 23 October 2026Page lists Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PS5, PS4, PC and mobile with a 3.5mm connection. Switch and Mac come from the quick start guide.

Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PS5, PS4, Windows, Nintendo Switch, Android, iOS, SteamOS1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-500-headsetRead 15 October 2026Xbox page: transmitter audio on Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One, Bluetooth for iOS, Android, PC and Steam Deck. PlayStation page: PS5, PS4, PC Windows 10 and up, Bluetooth mobile devices including Steam Deck. PC page: PC, PS5, PS4, Bluetooth mobile devices. PC is stored as Windows and Steam Deck as SteamOS. Nintendo Switch is in the product structured data description and is placed on the PlayStation edition.2Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-500-headsetRead 15 October 2026Compatibility: PS5, PS4, PC - Windows 10 & up with USB 2.0 or higher, Bluetooth equipped mobile devices including Steam Deck.3Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-500-headsetRead 15 October 2026Compatibility: PC - Windows 10 & up with USB 2.0 or higher, PS5, PS4, Bluetooth equipped mobile devices including Steam Deck.

Connection per platformiOnly explicitly documented playback paths for the exact model. Microphone support is separate. Leave unknown microphone support omitted. An Xbox and a PlayStation edition of one headset can connect differently, so it is per variant.

ATurtle Beach Recon 70

Platform	Connection	Microphone works
Xbox Series X|S	Analog	Not available
Xbox One	Analog	Yes
PS5	Analog	Not available
PS4	Analog	Yes
Nintendo Switch	Analog	Not available
Windows	Analog	Yes
macOS	Analog	Not available

Source2Owner's manualik.imagekit.io/pimberly/65707b38e31f5a94719d7ba0/932838ed/65f45926aa3b6a00184a70f0/mmo_89663266_1634649102_6775_29.pdfRead 23 October 2026Guide has setup steps for Xbox One, PS4, Nintendo Switch and PC/Mac and mobile, all through the 3.5 mm plug. It has a microphone level step for PS4 and mic settings for Xbox One. Xbox Series, PS5 and Mac are not named in the guide. They come from the maker page and the same 3.5 mm plug.

BTurtle Beach Stealth 500

Platform	Connection
Xbox Series X|S	2.4 GHz
Xbox One	2.4 GHz
PS5	2.4 GHz
PS4	2.4 GHz
Windows	Bluetooth
Android	Bluetooth
iOS	Bluetooth
SteamOS	Bluetooth

Source1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-500-headsetRead 15 October 2026Only documented routes are stored. The Xbox edition states audio on Windows through the transmitter is not supported. The PlayStation and PC editions list Windows on 2.4 GHz, so no Windows 2.4 GHz row is stored.

Official licence

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Designed for Xbox4Press releasesavingcontent.com/2024/04/18/turtle-beach-unveils-new-line-up-of-gaming-headsets-keyboards-and-mice-all-launching-may-2024Read 15 October 2026The Designed for Xbox Stealth 500 comes in Black, as does its PlayStation and PC counterparts.

Battery and charging

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Battery capacityiRated capacity of one headset battery. Do not use case, receiver or total multi-battery capacity.

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Swappable batteryiBattery can be exchanged by the user as part of normal operation. Service or recycling disassembly does not count.

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No19Spec databaseik.imagekit.io/pimberly/65707b38e31f5a94719d7ba0/41c5e6ee/67dabd72c465afe2ddfccbb9/product-pdfRead 21 October 2026Distributor product data sheet for TBS-2103-95, published 2025-03-19: Battery type Built-in battery, technology Lithium Polymer (LiPo). Its weight of 450 g and its dimensions look like package values, so none of them are used.

Batteries includediNumber of headset batteries supplied, including the one already installed.

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Claimed battery lifeiMaker’s maximum playback time per stated connection, codec, ANC, spatial audio and lighting settings. Name the spatial processing mode and other conditions in the source note. Unknown settings stay omitted.

ATurtle Beach Recon 70

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BTurtle Beach Stealth 500

Hours (h)
40

Source1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-500-headsetRead 15 October 2026Up to 40 hours of battery life. Connection and settings are not stated.

Battery life (claimed, max)

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40h=CalculatedFrom Claimed battery life

Battery life with ANC (claimed)

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Battery life without ANC (claimed)

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Charging port

None1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/recon-70-headsetRead 23 October 2026Passive headset with no battery or charging port listed.

USB-C1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-500-headsetRead 15 October 2026Charging cable listed as USB-A to USB-C.

Full charge timeiPublished time to fully charge a depleted headset. In-use charging can take longer.

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180min11Retailer pagebestbuy.com/product/turtle-beach-stealth-500-wireless-over-ear-gaming-headset-for-ps5-ps4-pc-mobile-black/JXK5HF4VH5Read 21 October 2026Specifications, Power: Battery Charge Time 3 hours, on the PlayStation edition listing TBS-3103-05. The maker states no charge time and no starting charge level.

Quick charge timeiCharge duration in the maker’s quick-charge claim. Read together with Quick charge playback.

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Quick charge playbackiPlayback gained from Quick charge time. Charger power, codec, volume and ANC conditions belong in the source note.

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Use while charging

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Charging dock or stand

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Controls

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Controls

Volume wheel1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/recon-70-headsetRead 23 October 2026Spec table: Onboard Controls Master Volume Wheel, Mic Mute.

Buttons, Volume wheel6Reviewaphnetworks.com/reviews/turtle-beach-stealth-500/2Read 15 October 2026Left earcup has a volume wheel, mic monitor wheel, Bluetooth button, QuickSwitch button, Mode button, USB Type-C port and power button.

Volume control

Wheel1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/recon-70-headsetRead 23 October 2026

Wheel6Reviewaphnetworks.com/reviews/turtle-beach-stealth-500/2Read 15 October 2026Dedicated volume wheel on the left earcup.

Game and chat mixiBalances separate game and chat audio streams. Mixing Bluetooth and dongle source volume alone does not count. Supported platforms belong in the source note.

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Remappable controlsiOn-device button, touch or dial functions can be reassigned. Changing EQ alone does not count.

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Yes1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-500-headsetRead 15 October 2026FAQ lists a programmable wheel and mode button in Swarm II.

Wear detection

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Voice assistant

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Comfort and build

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Headband type

Padded1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/recon-70-headsetRead 23 October 2026

Suspension strap1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-500-headsetRead 15 October 2026Ultra-lightweight floating headband.8Reviewtomsguide.com/gaming/gaming-peripherals/turtle-beach-stealth-500-review-a-wallet-friendly-wonderRead 15 October 2026Review mentions comfortable earcups and a suspension strap. The maker calls it a floating headband.

Headband material

Synthetic leather with foam cushioning1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/recon-70-headsetRead 23 October 2026

Plastic frame with a stretch fabric band6Reviewaphnetworks.com/reviews/turtle-beach-stealth-500/2Read 15 October 2026Dual band design with a plastic frame and a stretchy fabric band that cushions the head.

Frame material

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Plastic6Reviewaphnetworks.com/reviews/turtle-beach-stealth-500/2Read 15 October 2026Review says the headset is primarily made of plastic.

Ear cup material

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Ear pad material

Synthetic leather with foam cushioning1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/recon-70-headsetRead 23 October 2026

Plush leatherette, memory foam1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-500-headsetRead 15 October 2026Ear-cushion Material: Plush Leatherette, Memory Foam.

Replaceable ear pads

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Yes9Maker product pageeu.turtlebeach.com/collections/partsRead 15 October 2026Maker parts store sells a left and a right Stealth 500 ear cushion, each fits the Stealth 500 headsets.

Ear pad attachmentiHow a replacement ear pad attaches to the ear cup, not how the decorative outer cover attaches. A press-fit or snap-on pad counts as clip.

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Ear pad openingiUsable opening inside an ear pad, excluding the outer cushion. Depth is the internal space between pad surface and driver cover.

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Ear tips included

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Dust and water rating

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User-replaceable parts

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Ear cushions9Maker product pageeu.turtlebeach.com/collections/partsRead 15 October 2026Replacement ear cushions at 4.99 EUR each.

Software

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Companion app

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Turtle Beach Swarm II1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-500-headsetRead 15 October 2026Swarm II desktop software and mobile app.

App platforms

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Windows, iOS, Android1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-500-headsetRead 15 October 2026Swarm II for PC, and mobile app for iOS or Android.

User firmware updates

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Yes1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-500-headsetRead 15 October 2026Firmware can be updated using Swarm II.

Dimensions and weight

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Headset weightiPublished headset mass without detachable cable or microphone when stated. A fixed cable remains included. Any unqualified maker weight is identified in the source note.

232g(8.2 oz)5Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0CWS5461MRead 23 October 2026Maker A+ text on the Turtle Beach store page: Product Weight 0.51lbs / 232g. Retail box weight 381g is listed separately. The PC edition with splitter cable is 247g and is not stored. SoundGuys lists 476g, which is more than the 381g retail box, so it is not used.6Retailer pagebestbuy.com/product/turtle-beach-recon-70-wired-over-ear-multiplatform-gaming-headset-for-xbox-series-xs-xbox-one-ps5-ps4-pc-mobile-black/JXK5HF4G72Read 23 October 2026Product Weight 0.51 pounds, which is 231 g. Matches 232 g on Amazon and Multitronic. Best Buy Q and A figure of 0.84 pounds is the retail box.10Retailer pagemultitronic.fi/en/products/4625339Read 23 October 2026Listing weight 232 g.14Reviewtheaureview.com/technology/the-turtle-beach-recon-70-headset-reviewRead 23 October 2026Review: weighing about 232g.

233g(8.2 oz)6Reviewaphnetworks.com/reviews/turtle-beach-stealth-500/2Read 15 October 2026Review states 233 g. TechRadar also lists 233 g. Tom's Guide lists 235 g and distributor sheets list 230 g. The maker publishes no weight.7Reviewtechradar.com/gaming/turtle-beach-stealth-500-reviewRead 15 October 2026Spec table: 233g / 8.22oz.

Headset dimensionsiBody size with headband upright and ear cups in their normal wearing position. Width is across the head, height is top to bottom, and depth is front to back. Folded or flat-swivel dimensions are not substituted.

Width162Height183Depth85mm(6.4 × 7.2 × 3.3 in)5Retailer pageamazon.com/dp/B0CWS5461MRead 23 October 2026Maker A+ text: Product Dimensions 7.20 x 6.37 x 3.34 in / 183 x 162 x 85mm. Best Buy gives the same inches as height, width and length. The maker does not state the ear cup position for this size.6Retailer pagebestbuy.com/product/turtle-beach-recon-70-wired-over-ear-multiplatform-gaming-headset-for-xbox-series-xs-xbox-one-ps5-ps4-pc-mobile-black/JXK5HF4G72Read 23 October 2026Product Height 7.2 in, Width 6.37 in, Length 3.34 in.

Width173Height195.1Depth89.9mm(6.8 × 7.7 × 3.5 in)11Retailer pagebestbuy.com/product/turtle-beach-stealth-500-wireless-over-ear-gaming-headset-for-ps5-ps4-pc-mobile-black/JXK5HF4VH5Read 21 October 2026Specifications, Dimensions: Product Width 6.81 in, Product Height 7.68 in, Product Length 3.54 in. Converted exactly to mm and rounded to 0.1 mm. Length is stored as depth. The headband position is not stated. The same table gives Product Weight 0.51 lb.

Certifications

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Hi-Res Audio

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Communication certifications

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FCC ID

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XGB-HWBB000516Owner's manualmanuals.plus/turtle-beach/stealth-500-series-wireless-amplified-gaming-headset-manual.pdfRead 21 October 2026Copy of the maker Quick Start Guide for the Stealth 500 Series (copyright 2024, covers the Xbox, PlayStation and PC versions). Its FCC section names Wireless Headset Model HWBB0005 and Wireless Dongle Model HWAA0005 for the Stealth 500. FCC ID is the grantee code XGB plus product code HWBB0005. The dongle has its own FCC ID and is not stored.17Regulatory filingfccid.io/XGB-HWBB0005Read 21 October 2026Grant record for Voyetra Turtle Beach, grantee XGB, product code HWBB0005, Wireless Headset, 2402-2480 MHz, granted 2024-02-03. The filed user manual names HWBB0005 as the Stealth 500 headset.18Regulatory filingfccid.io/XGB-HWBB0005/User-Manual/Manual-7102186Read 21 October 2026User manual filed with the FCC grant. Its regulatory section names Stealth 500 Headset Model HWBB0005 and Dongle Model HWAA0005. The FCC ID is grantee code XGB plus HWBB0005. The dongle has its own FCC ID and is not stored. The filed internal photos show a Li-ion cell at 3.7 V, but its capacity digits are too blurry to read, so no battery capacity is stored.

Other certifications

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In the box

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In the box

Recon 70 gaming headset, Quick start guide1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/recon-70-headsetRead 23 October 2026Page lists the headset and the quick start guide for the Xbox and PlayStation editions. Amazon and distributor sheets also list a Turtle Beach sticker, which this page lists only for the multiplatform editions.

Stealth 500 Wireless Gaming Headset, USB Wireless Transmitter, 0.7 m / 2.3 ft Charging Cable (USB-A to USB-C), 2 m / 6.6 ft Charging Cable (USB-A to USB-C), Quick Start Guide1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-500-headsetRead 15 October 2026What's in the Box: headset, USB Wireless Transmitter, charging cable USB-A to USB-C, Quick Start Guide. The Xbox and PlayStation pages say 0.7 m / 2.3 ft. The PC page says 2 m / 6.6 ft.2Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-500-headsetRead 15 October 2026PlayStation edition: 0.7 m / 2.3 ft charging cable.3Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-500-headsetRead 15 October 2026PC edition: 2 m / 6.6 ft charging cable.

Cables includediSupplied playback, charging, dongle and adapter cables. A permanently attached headset cable is included and named as fixed.

ATurtle Beach Recon 70

Type	Length (m)	Count
Fixed 3.5 mm headset cable	1.2	1

Source10Retailer pagemultitronic.fi/en/products/4625339Read 23 October 2026Fixed 1.2 m cable named in the listing. The page says some text may be machine translated.

BTurtle Beach Stealth 500

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Carrying caseiSupplied carrying case or pouch. A retail carton does not count as a carrying case.

None6Retailer pagebestbuy.com/product/turtle-beach-recon-70-wired-over-ear-multiplatform-gaming-headset-for-xbox-series-xs-xbox-one-ps5-ps4-pc-mobile-black/JXK5HF4G72Read 23 October 2026Spec list: Carrying Case No.

None11Retailer pagebestbuy.com/product/turtle-beach-stealth-500-wireless-over-ear-gaming-headset-for-ps5-ps4-pc-mobile-black/JXK5HF4VH5Read 21 October 2026Specifications, Features: Carrying Case No. The maker box contents list no case or pouch either.

Links

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Product page

www.turtlebeach.com/products/recon-70-headset1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/recon-70-headsetRead 23 October 2026

turtlebeach.com/products/stealth-500-headset1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-500-headsetRead 15 October 2026

Spec sheet

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turtlebeach.com/products/stealth-500-headset1Maker product pageturtlebeach.com/products/stealth-500-headsetRead 15 October 2026The Specifications section of the maker product page lists drivers, frequency response, microphone and ear cushions.

Manual

ik.imagekit.io/pimberly/65707b38e31f5a94719d7ba0/932838ed/65f45926aa3b6a00184a70f0/mmo_89663266_1634649102_6775_29.pdf2Owner's manualik.imagekit.io/pimberly/65707b38e31f5a94719d7ba0/932838ed/65f45926aa3b6a00184a70f0/mmo_89663266_1634649102_6775_29.pdfRead 23 October 2026Turtle Beach quick start guide for the Ear Force Recon 70, PDF dated March 2019. Hosted on a Turtle Beach asset server.

support.turtlebeach.com/s/article/Stealth-500-PC-Version-User-Guide15Owner's manualsupport.turtlebeach.com/s/article/Stealth-500-PC-Version-User-GuideRead 21 October 2026Maker user guide for the PC edition. The PlayStation and Xbox editions have their own guides on the same support site.

EPREL registration numberiId in the EU energy label database. Each size or model of a series has its own id, so it is per variant.

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Warranty

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Manufacturer warranty (source market)iThe maker's warranty period for the exact SKU or configuration and market named in the source note. It applies only to that stated market, not every regional variant. Statutory consumer rights are excluded. The base term is stored. An extension that needs registration goes in the source note.

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1year12Maker product pagesupport.turtlebeach.com/articles/en_US/Knowledge/218942167-Warranty-and-End-User-LicenseRead 21 October 2026Warranty and End User License article: hardware is covered for one year from the date of purchase. ROCCAT products and Turtle Beach Elite headsets get two years, and the Stealth 500 is neither. Best Buy lists 1 year parts and 1 year labor for TBS-3103-05.

Both are also in the API. Back to all headsets and headphones.