SteelSeries Arctis 3 Bluetooth headset delivers simultaneous audio

arctis-3-btAnother day, another Bluetooth headset that has been unleashed on the market. What makes the SteelSeries Arctis 3 Bluetooth headset different from the other available models? For starters, this is a unique proposition as it offers a hybrid-like quality, allowing wired connectivity when it involves gaming, while a Bluetooth connection is called upon for just about everything else. This brand new headset is certainly revolutionary in such a technical make up, enabling chat or music connections via apps such as Discord over Bluetooth, at the same time receiving wired audio connections with PC or over a console like the PS4, Xbox and Nintendo Switch.

To be able to hear audio from both Bluetooth and wired sources simultaneously is certainly a unique feature for any headset. The thing is, will the person wearing it be able to make out all of the incoming audio cues? We do know that SteelSeries has specially designed the Arctis 3 Bluetooth to be your go-to pair of headphones when you game, as it offers remarkable sound quality, comfort and style regardless of the gaming platform that you are on, be it the PC, Mac, PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, VR and yes, even mobile.

We like the fact that the Arctis 3 Bluetooth can be deemed to be perfect for the Nintendo Switch. With it, gamers are able to hook up their handsets via Bluetooth in order to take advantage of the Nintendo Switch Online chat mobile app. As for the wired connection, it will still be able to send game audio from the Nintendo Switch. Such flexible connectivity enables gamers to receive calls, join in on VoIP chats as well as stream music wirelessly via Bluetooth even when hearing balanced and powerful game audio using the 3.5mm connection. Expect the Arctis 3 Bluetooth headset to arrive with a recommended retail price of $129.99.

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Razer Tiamat 7.1 V2 announced, delivers true surround sound in a gaming headset

razer-tiamat-v2When it comes to gaming headsets, there are simply a few names that will never go amiss if you were to pick up their products — and Razer is one of them. The Razer Tiamat 7.1 V2 has just been announced, where this flagship surround sound headset has been rated to be ideal for the perfect positional gaming audio experience. With the Razer Tiamat 7.1 V2, gamers will be able to enjoy a whopping 10 discrete drivers that delivers pinpoint positional audio, while the Razer Tiamat 2.2 V2 will come with a pair of additional subwoofer drivers that offer maximum bass impact.

Of course, we would take a closer look at the flagship Razer Tiamat 7.1 V2, where it is an analog, true 7.1 surround sound PC gaming headset that features 5 discrete drivers in each ear cup. This results in an immersive soundstage, which is ideal for pinpoint positional audio as well as deep gaming immersion. The individual ear cup will carry a 40mm subwoofer, 30mm front (on the left and right sides) and center drivers and 20mm rear and side surround drivers. These will work in tandem to deliver highly accurate directional audio.

Not only that, the Razer Tiamat 7.1 V2 will also feature a completely new Audio Control Unit, where gamers can then set the volume of each audio channel while toggling between true 7.1 surround sound and 2.0 stereo audio. The Audio Control Unit will boast of a pass-through feature, so that gamers with external desktop speaker setups can switch between their Razer Tiamat 7.1 V2 as well as their speakers with a simple press of a button.

Want to communicate with your teammates? Not a problem, as it comes with a unidirectional digital boom microphone. This microphone can be tucked away when not in use by rotating it alongside the ear cup, and when you are barking instructions, it delivers crisp, natural voice in the midst of a frantic digital battle.

The flagship Tiamat 7.1 V2 will retail for US$199.99 apiece, while the Tiamat 2.2 V2 is going for US$129.99.

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SteelSeries Arctis 5 Dota 2 Edition Gaming Headset

SteelSeries-Arctis-5-Dota-2-EditionWhen it comes to gaming peripherals, it is quite safe to assume that the folks over at SteelSeries have gotten it all down pat with a vast array of gaming devices for the masses. In fact, one of their latest releases would be the SteelSeries Arctis 5 Dota 2 Edition gaming headset, where it will boast of special Dota 2 character artwork courtesy of acclaimed Community Contributor, Chroneco. Available as a pre-order at the moment over at Valve’s shop, you can be sure that this will be a limited edition gaming headset since quantities are said to be far and few in between.

Sporting a special Dota 2-themed design on the outside, the Arctis 5 will boast of plenty of performance capabilities underneath the hood. It delivers all of the features that gamers have come to know and love from the Arctis range, where the Arctis 5 Dota 2 Edition is extremely comfortable to wear thanks to the special ski-goggle suspension headband, not to mention having it customized with the Dota 2 logo makes it all the more special. Gamers won’t have to suffer from the ignominy of “hot ears” after a short while of gaming, thanks to the AirWeave ear cushions.

The SteelSeries Arctis 5 Dota 2 Edition gaming headset will also come with the SteelSeries ClearCast Microphone, touted to be one of the better performing microphones in the gaming industry, DTS Headphone:X 7.1 surround sound, and PrismSync RGB illumination, where all of these are controlled via the SteelSeries Engine. Those who are interested to stand out from the crowd the next time they would like to engage in a LAN party, especially involving Dota 2, would do well to prepare $129.99 in order to land the SteelSeries Arctis 5 Dota 2 Edition gaming headset.

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Razer Thresher Ultimate Gaming Headset targets Xbox One and PS4 owners

razer-thresher-ultimateRazer’s name when it comes to gaming peripherals is synonymous with quality, and they even have come up with their very own high quality Razer Blade gaming laptop that has proven itself to be one of the more unique and high powered gaming laptops in the market. Targeting the console market this time around, Razer has launched the Thresher Ultimate wireless headset that will be available for both the Xbox One and Sony PS4 consoles. Regardless of which particular console that you are rocking to, both models will be PC compatible as well, offering yet another neat gaming option.

The Razer Thresher Ultimate will be able to deliver wireless Dolby 7.1 surround sound for the most immersive audio experience possible on a console. The headset itself is capable of the highest audio bandwidth on console, ensuring that your ears will be able to enjoy the highest highs as well as the lowest lows. Using large 50mm drivers in order to pump directional audio into each leatherette ear cup, you can be sure that quality is of the utmost priority. Not only that, having been cushioned with memory foam for state-of-the-art comfort, sound quality and noise isolation, your ears won’t suffer from feeling hot after a few hours of gaming. The cooling-gel infused ear cushions have been specially designed to withstand longer hours of comfortable gameplay.

Reliability is also high on the list for the Razer Thresher Ultimate, being the most reliable wireless console headset that has been specially designed with a connection range up to 40 feet. It will come equipped with a retractable digital microphone that can deliver clear voice communication, courtesy of a unidirectional mic boom design. The on-headset controls for mic volume, game and voice chat balance (on the Xbox One) and master volume (on the PlayStation 4) enables quick access to every important audio setting. The asking price for the Razer Thresher Ultimate stands at $249.99 apiece.

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