Typical price: £160
What is it: Gaming headset with 7.1-channel surround sound
What we think: Comfortable to wear for prolonged periods and highly customisable, this headset delivers fantastic audio
What you need to know
Reviewed on: 17 September 2009
Tags: Razer, Razer Megalodon headset, explosions, LED, bass boost
We like:
Great 7.1-channel surround sound; good boom mic; comfortable; in-line control box; fully customisable surround sound and mic levels; includes high-quality carrying case
We don't like:
Won't work with Macs; USB connection only
CNET UK judgement:
While it may not be ideal for the casual PC gamer, due to its extensive customisation capabilities, the Razer Megalodon PC gaming headset sounds incredible and is very comfortable
Full review:
In March, we reviewed the Razer Carcharias, and, while it was the best-sounding headset we'd used in a while, we still longed for the ability to play PC games in surround sound. Enter the £160 Razer Megalodon, the company's most ambitious PC headset to date. While it may not be ideal for the casual gamer, the Megalodon is a comfortable and incredible-sounding headset that lets you fully customise your audio. Continue Reading...
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