Pulse Explore restock quick links
Keeping on top of PlayStation Pulse Explore earbuds restocks is now a fun sequal to the Portal restock trouble folks have been experiencing – but never fear, as we’re here to help.
The buds’ December 2023 release date has crept up on us but the earbuds have already been in hot demand throughout their pre-order phase. Now, unfortunately, we regret to inform you that Pulse Explore stock is proving nigh-on impossible to find, particularly in the US. In the UK, we’ve seen some retailers sell out today despite having been reliable places for pre-order too, but a couple are holding on. However, we’re here to help and can point you in the right direction to try your luck at retailers or poke about in the right places.
The attraction of changing your PlayStation 5 audio and getting it from some top gaming earbuds as opposed to a larger PS5 headset is something many folks are looking forward to given the current state of PlayStation Pulse Explore stock. As a result, we’re in a similar position to the PlayStation Portal, continually checking and trying retailers to see if stock has dropped or if there’s a chance to get lucky with a physical store. Given the state of affairs, we recommend sticking with and trying all the retailer links below in your quest to get the new earbuds – and don’t give in to the scalpers!
We think that the Pulse Explore earbuds with their planar magnetic drivers and AI-enhanced noise rejection could well be one of the most exciting holiday acquisitions for PS5 fans, offering a whole different way to experience game audio. Also, those looking for PlayStation Portal restocks and those who have secured one of the new handhelds will be particularly interested – the Portal and Explore buds do seem to be a great match.
Anyway, let’s get to it, below, we’ve covered all the go-to retailers that are worth checking for stock, and we’ll be updating this page regularly.
Where to buy PlayStation Pulse Explore – US
Where to buy PlayStation Pulse Explore – UK
As it stands, those are your best US and UK options for knowing where to buy PlayStation Pulse Explore earbuds – or try to. As we are doing with the Portal, we’ll be doing our very best to keep links updated and this page refreshed with the latest stocks news, but our price-finding tech, below, should be able to present you with some quickfire links at any time.
PlayStation Pulse Explore alternatives
If you really want to get some top-quality gaming earbuds and have no desire to wait for PlayStation Pulse Explore restocks, or can stretch your brief to be a bit more all-encompassing, then the below options could prove excellent alternatives for you. (Note: none of the wireless earbuds below will work with the PlayStation Portal, only the Pulse Explore earbuds can offer that combination.)
Where to buy PlayStation Pulse Explore – FAQs
How much are the Pulse Explore earbuds?
The PlayStation Pulse Explore earbuds are $199.99 / £199.99 and are up for pre-order right now. They are proving popular though so pre-order options in the US particularly can fluctuate.
Do the Pulse Explore earbuds work with Bluetooth?
Yes! The Pulse Explore earbuds will support Bluetooth – however, not for it’s main gaming audio functionality. Game audio from the PS5, PlayStation Portal, or PC (using the dongle) will be provided by PlayStation Link, but you can use Bluetooth to listen to music or take phone calls simultaneously.
Will there be PlayStation Pulse Explore stock before the holidays?
We sure hope there will be PlayStation Pulse Explore earbud restocks in the run-up to Christmas but we can’t guarantee it, naturally (sadly). However, we hold out hope as the US PlayStation Direct listing page currently says “Not in stock? We are regularly restocking this item on site, please check back later” so it’s worth bearing in mind that restocks might be being primed in the background.
Thankfully, stock is holding nicely in the UK, but wherever you are, keep checking back here with our updated page for the latest places and links to try.
If you’re looking for other kinds of audio givers, then check out our guides to the best PS4 headsets, the best Xbox Series X headsets, and the best Nintendo Switch headsets.
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