All told the Audio-Technica ATH-GL3 is an easy-to-wear headset with a comfortable fit, great sound, a decent microphone and very few things to complain about. We wish the ear cushions were a bit deeper and that it had a bit more bass to it but overall it's a thoroughly enjoyable headset to use.

While it has some flaws, none are nearly enough to outweigh the numerous pros of GL3. While not ideal for pure music listening, GL3 can still sound good as a set of regular headphones outside of gaming. They might not have made me better at the game, but the ATH-GL3s made the game feel better for me.

The Audio-Technica ATH-GL3 is an excellent headset with a focus on sound quality. The swapable 3.5mm cable, detachable microphone, and fair price point make it easy to recommend as a simplified gaming headset. It's only hampered by its poor material design and slightly uncomfortable headband.