RAZER preview the Megalodon
"RAZER preview the Megalodon 7,1 gaming headset"
Published: 27th August 2008 | Source: Razer |
Razer, one of the leaders in the manufacture of high-end precision gaming peripherals, has previewed their Megalodon 7.1 surround sound gaming headset. The Magalodon headset is powered by RAZER' Maelstrom Audio Engine, which has the ability to process audio algorithms up to 800% faster than traditional HRTF virtual surround sound technologies.
The Razer Megalodon is thus able to offer a convincing and realistic positional sound stage. Gamers looking for an in-game advantage will be able to listen to the positional cues emitted by the Razer Megalodon and hear incoming threats before the threat can actually be seen onscreen. Coupled with an amplified microphone with adjustable sensitivity and leveling, the Razer Megalodon is a complete audio communications package.
The Razer Megalodon encompasses a circum-aural headset with replaceable ear-pad cushions, a cushioned headband and an adjustable boom mic. The control pod is connected to the headset via a braided cable and comes in a glossy piano black finish with a rotating dial adjustment for volume, mic, bass and positional sound. Meant as desk controller, the control pod allows gamers to switch effortlessly between 2.0 stereo and 7.1 surround sound, even controlling which speakers gamers prefer to use in the 7.1 environment.
The Razer Megalodon encompasses a circum-aural headset with replaceable ear-pad cushions, a cushioned headband and an adjustable boom mic. The control pod is connected to the headset via a braided cable and comes in a glossy piano black finish with a rotating dial adjustment for volume, mic, bass and positional sound. Meant as desk controller, the control pod allows gamers to switch effortlessly between 2.0 stereo and 7.1 surround sound, even controlling which speakers gamers prefer to use in the 7.1 environment.
For more information on the Razer Maelstrom Audio engine and the Razer Megalodon, please refer to the Razer Megalodon mini-site and whitepaper here: www2.razerzone.com/Megalodon/.
Specifications
Headphones
* Frequency Response: 20 - 20,000 Hz
* Impedance: 40 Ω at 1kHz
* Sensitivity (@1kHz, 1V/Pa): 105 ± 4dB at 1 kHz
* Max. Input Power: 200 mW
* Magnet Type: Neodymium
Microphone
* Frequency Response: 50 – 16,000 Hz
* Sensitivity (@1kHz, 1V/Pa): -37 dB (user adjustable)
* Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 50 dB
* Pick-up pattern: Unidirectional
* Cable: 3.3 meters
* Frequency Response: 20 - 20,000 Hz
* Impedance: 40 Ω at 1kHz
* Sensitivity (@1kHz, 1V/Pa): 105 ± 4dB at 1 kHz
* Max. Input Power: 200 mW
* Magnet Type: Neodymium
Microphone
* Frequency Response: 50 – 16,000 Hz
* Sensitivity (@1kHz, 1V/Pa): -37 dB (user adjustable)
* Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 50 dB
* Pick-up pattern: Unidirectional
* Cable: 3.3 meters
Recommended retail pricing is US$149.99 or €139.99 Euro's. Expect the Megalodon's arrival sometime in Q4 2008.
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Most Recent Comments
that build looks amazing just like this bacon butty at the side of me :)
Due to some interesting circumstances..this project might be up for sale soon.
PM's welcomed...sensible offers will be read :P
PM's welcomed...sensible offers will be read :P
£1.
Only kidding :D, that case is amazing, I'm beginning to like cases with quality rather than features/looks.
Only kidding :D, that case is amazing, I'm beginning to like cases with quality rather than features/looks.
Are the coils supposed to be pink? lol
Looks nice!
G15 FTW!
Looks nice!
G15 FTW!
:drool:Very nice!! where do i get one of them? definitely one of the sweetest rigs Ive seen! nice job:worship:
stevej696
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stevej696
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Is the water link between the two cards just a short piece of clear pipe?
the pink and black looks pretty badass
Yeah, it's just a short piece of tubing between the cards. :)
It's red and black, damnit. I blame the coils. :D
It's red and black, damnit. I blame the coils. :D
that looks awesome m8, nice build



love the the cleanliness inside. i wish mine was organised like that!!