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September 2009
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The editors liked
Incredibly lightweight
Comfortable
Positional audio works great in newer Windows
Individual controls over all 8 channels
Driver-free installation for eSports tournaments and cross-platform compatibility
Hard shell case included for traveling
The Razer Megalodon does not require any driver installation
Comfort
USB Sound card
Feature rich
Driver less
Market leading sound quality for a USB headset
Brilliant microphone
Well built
Virtual 7.1 surround sound
Great sounding 7.1 surround sound headset
Boom mic
In-line control box
Fully customizable surround sound and mic levels
Includes high-quality carrying case.
The editors didn't like
Expensive
Poor 50% compatibility for Windows XP
Mic has background hiss even at lowest sensitivity
Audio in 7.1 mode sounds a bit hollow
Unable to upmix stereo content to 7.1 or decode Dolby Pro Logic II audio
Blocks system controls in Mac and XP...
This headset is USB only
And therefore it does not have any connector adapters available.
The Razer Megalodon is a good product, a little expensive, but that's okay because of its outstanding performance, and the comfortable design. They have improved a good deal from their last models. The good things about the headset is that it comes with a...
Abstract: For PC gamers, the gear we use to play can provide a tangible edge in our games. Although much noise is made about backlit keyboards boasting gamer oriented layouts and fancy mice with odd shapes, the most important considerations for gaming are still ...
Overall this headset was well worth the money spent, and perfect for PC gamers who want to get the most out of their headphones without putting a drain on their system resources. I’ve used these headphones in gaming, Teamspeak, Ventrillo, and so many ...
Abstract: Otherwise, this is definitely one of the better USB headset implementations available today. You have very little control over sound reproduction, but fortunately Razer’s presets are plenty palatable, with great spatial separation and range. (Note: Big-headed types rejoice! The Megalodon..
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Published: 2009-08-27, Author: Jeff , review by: cnet.com
Great sounding 7.1 surround sound headset; boom mic; comfortable; in-line control box; fully customizable surround sound and mic levels; Includes high-quality carrying case.
Wont work with Mac; USB only.
While it may not be ideal for the casual PC gamer, the Megalodon is an incredible sounding and comfortable PC gaming headset that lets you fully customize your sound.
Abstract: PC gamer, console gamer, movie-watcher, or music-listener--which surround sound headset is right for you? Logitech, Psyko, Plantronics, Tritton, Razer Headphones are a requirement, whether you need them in order to prevent the noisy movie from waking...
Incredibly lightweight, Comfortable, Positional audio works great in newer Windows, Individual controls over all 8 channels, Driver-free installation for eSports tournaments and cross-platform compatibility, Hard shell case included for traveling
Expensive, Poor 50% compatibility for Windows XP, Mic has background hiss even at lowest sensitivity, Audio in 7.1 mode sounds a bit hollow, Unable to upmix stereo content to 7.1 or decode Dolby Pro Logic II audio, Blocks system controls in Mac and XP...
Deficient only in its ability to upmix stereo content and play nice with Windows XP, Razer's Megalodon is the clear winner in the personal surround sound arms race. The headset's attention to comfort, sound quality, game compatibility and tournament re...
Comfort, USB Sound card, Feature rich, Driver less, Market leading sound quality for a USB headset, Brilliant microphone, Well built, Virtual 7.1 surround sound
Virtual 7.1 surround sound, Expensive, Shows fingerprints and dirt fast
The Megalodon is yet another good product from Razer, but it is only barely worth the Recommended Award in my opinion. Yes the USB Sound card is nifty but it comes at almost the same cost as an X-Fi XtremeMusic sound which is miles ahead in terms of so...
Abstract: Navigating and understanding the various ins and outs of PC gaming audio solutions can be cumbersome, especially for a first-time consumer. There are many choices to be made: Do you want speakers or headphones? Multichannel or stereo? Cross platform or...
