Razer Megalodon
Elite 7.1 Gaming Headset
Overview
In this edition of Gang Gamer Grean: Razer Review, Thailand, we are going to be reviewing the Razer Megalodon, one of the most powerful gaming headsets on the market, offering supreme level of portability, performance and comfort .
Pros
- Dolby 7.1 Surround Sound capability
- External virtualization of surround sound to reduce CPU load
- Noise-cancelling microphone
Cons
- A very mind blowing price
Megalodon Review
The Razer Megalodon provides a great harmony between portability (with its carry case) and power (the cool 7.1 Surround Sound) without lowering the value of any either one.
Featuring a powerful external surround sound virtualization system, the Megalodon works at all times to do two things: boost audio quality for constant performance and reduce the overall CPU power. Meaning that it can deliver full 7.1, 5.1 or even standard stereo audio (2.1) at crisp levels of clarity whether while still conserving necessary CPU power for the game at hand.
This headset not only sports a high-end microphone reception, with noise cancelling, but take even its audio reception one step ahead by actively scanning background noises and reduce them to eliminate unnecessary distractions.
In summary, the best portable audio gaming experience is here.
Featuring a powerful external surround sound virtualization system, the Megalodon works at all times to do two things: boost audio quality for constant performance and reduce the overall CPU power. Meaning that it can deliver full 7.1, 5.1 or even standard stereo audio (2.1) at crisp levels of clarity whether while still conserving necessary CPU power for the game at hand.
This headset not only sports a high-end microphone reception, with noise cancelling, but take even its audio reception one step ahead by actively scanning background noises and reduce them to eliminate unnecessary distractions.
In summary, the best portable audio gaming experience is here.
First Hour Hand-on Review
4th minute: Nice carrying case
9th minute: The Maelstrom controls everything!
15th minute: Who says movies are meant for home theater? Megalodon FTW
17th minute: Many driver customizability
26th minute: 7.1 Surround Sound in game, is very beneficial
34th minute: Comfort as if this is an improved version of the Carcharius
41st minute: 2.1 sound also works great
Technical Specifications
Headphones
- Frequency Response: 20 - 20,000 Hz
- Impedance: 32Ω at 1kHz
- Sensitivity (@1kHz, 1V/Pa): 102 dB ± 4dB at 1 kHz
- Max. Input Power: 200 mW
-Drivers: 40 mm, with neodymium magnets
Microphone- Frequency Response: 50 - 16,000 Hz
- Sensitivity (-37 dB ± 4dB @1kHz, 1V/Pa): Variable (user adjustable)
- Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 50 dB
- Pick-up pattern: Unidirectional
Audio Processing Unit
Audio Processing Unit
- Master volume, center speaker, front speakers, side speakers, rear speakers, bass level, mic sensitivity, mic leveling, mic mute, Razer Maelstrom on/off, active/standby toggle, reset
- Cable: 3.3 meters, Braided Fiber Sheath
- Connector: Gold-plated USB
Unboxing Video
Gallery
Ratings (out of 10)
Build Quality - the superb build quality and the Maelstrom puts even the biggest names of audio experts to shame
10.0
Ease of Use - a carrying case, USB-powered, and plug and play mentality is a perfect harmony
9.5
Features - the Maelstrom allows complete voice control plus the many available downloadable drivers gives the Megalodon an edge ahead of its competitions
Features - the Maelstrom allows complete voice control plus the many available downloadable drivers gives the Megalodon an edge ahead of its competitions
10.0
Performance - liking the 7.1 Surround Sound, the 2.1 mode works great for music playback too
Performance - liking the 7.1 Surround Sound, the 2.1 mode works great for music playback too
10.0
Value - although it is a good investment, but this is fairly high to pay considering other headsets of this caliber's prices
8.0
Overall - Supreme
9.5
