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Razer Megalodon Gaming Headset

Razer Razer Megalodon Gaming HeadsetEverything USB
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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 readiness leave little else to be desired.

Review by R. Scott Clark | July 28, 2009 | + Share

It's been a long wait, but Razer's Megalodon gaming headset is finally here. While physically composed of only two 40mm drivers, the headset is capable of simulating immersive 7.1 surround sound without the need for any software installation - ensuring true USB plug and play operation across platforms. We at Everything USB have put the Megalodon's quality, compatibility, and LAN party readiness to the test in a wide variety of applications for both Windows XP and Vista. Curious to see how the Megalodon stacked up? Read all about it after the jump. Continue reading full review @ Everything USB

ProsCons
  • 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
  • High MSRP
  • 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