Headphones
XP WSA ST / WSA-XL ST Headphones
XP WSA ST / WSA-XL ST Headphones – UK Review
Manufacturer Background
XP Metal Detectors is a French manufacturer best known in the UK for the DEUS and DEUS II platforms. XP’s ecosystem relies heavily on proprietary wireless audio, with headphones forming a core operational component rather than an optional accessory.
Key Specifications
- - Wireless stereo headphones for XP DEUS II
- Requires DEUS II software V4
- XP proprietary low-latency wireless link
- Two physical formats: WSA ST (compact over-ear) and WSA-XL ST (full-size over-ear)
Review — Performance & Use
This review aggregates early UK retailer commentary, manufacturer documentation, YouTube impressions, and community discussion following the release of the XP WSA ST and WSA-XL ST headphones. Across sources, build quality and comfort are consistently described as strong, particularly on the XL model. Performance discussion centres on the requirement for DEUS II V4, with reviewers noting that perceived gains stem from firmware-level audio changes rather than the headphones alone. Stereo separation is reported as audible but subtle, offering the most value to experienced, audio-led DEUS II users, especially in iron-heavy conditions.
Quoted Insights
Serious Detecting notes that stereo separation is audible but incremental rather than transformative, and closely tied to the V4 audio update.
https://seriousdetecting.com/blogs/detecting-prospecting/xp-wsa-xl-st-review-premium-wireless-headphones-for-deus-ii
Big Boys Hobbies highlights that the headphones enable XP’s revised stereo audio handling rather than creating the effect independently.
https://bigboyshobbies.net/blogs/default-blog/xp-wsa-st-headphones-explained-what-they-are-and-why-they-matter
Pros
- Clear stereo separation under V4; strong build quality; no reported latency penalty; WSA-XL ST praised for comfort
Cons
- Mandatory V4 update; subtle benefit for many users; higher cost than mono XP headphones; limited long-term field data
Conclusion
The XP WSA ST and WSA-XL ST headphones represent a platform-level change tied directly to DEUS II V4 rather than a standalone accessory upgrade. For experienced users who rely heavily on audio nuance, the stereo system may provide incremental gains. For others, the benefit may feel optional rather than essential, particularly given the required firmware commitment.
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UK Detectorist research conducted by
- Holly