Headsets and online gaming have always had a special relationship. Headsets give you hands-free communication and in-game audio all in one package, making them ideal for people who are on a budget, can’t be too loud, or can’t afford a full speaker system. PC gamers have been using headsets pretty much since online gaming existed. Only with the advent of Xbox Live (or PlayStation Network) have console players been introduced to the use of headsets. Headset technology has not come very far, as they are typically not very complicated. You essentially have a pair of headphones with a microphone attached. For gamers however, some companies have added special features to tailor their headset to the gaming crowd.Turtle Beach, a well-known maker of sound cards and gaming headsets, has introduced the latest in their line of PC gaming headsets: the Ear Force Z2. The Ear Force Z2 is your standard gaming headset at first glance but is touted with high-quality sound, rugged construction, superior comfort and a compact design for portability. What more could you ask for in a headset? Let’s see how this headset stacks up in market filled with competition.