After the Piranha,this time we have the prevailed Megalodon on our shores. The first Razer’s dedicated sound processing unit Maelstorm is been used for the Megalodon,what’s compelling with the Megalodon?First we’d like to say it’s a 7.1 surrond headphones,it’s on par with the Steelseries’5H V2,in this review we expect aggressively from this Megalodon as it’s the first debuted headphones with a sound processing unit.
Before we penetrate further into review,let’s see the technical specification for the Megalodon.
Headphones
- Frequency Response: 20 – 20,000 Hz
- Impedance: 32 O at 1kHz
- Sensitivity (@1kHz, 1V/Pa): 102 ± 4dB at 1 kHz
- Max. Input Power: 200 mW
- Drivers: 40 mm, with neodymium magnets
Microphone
- Frequency Response: 50 – 16,000 Hz
- Sensitivity (-37 ± 4dB @1kHz, 1V/Pa): Variable (user adjustable)
- Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 50 dB
- Pick-up pattern: Unidirectional
The megalodon has a pair of mighty sponge cups to cater better comfortableness for user,the sponge cups fit snugly into your ears without any problems.Technically,the megalodon aint an elucidated noise-filtering headphones,but the cups did a great job in isolating partial of the noises.Listening to songs are undoubtedly pleasant,the megalodon yields out a deep thumbling bass and crystal-clear sounds even at high volumes.Basically,the sound’s deterioration in high volume are barely noticeable.
Contemplating the limelight-Maelstrom processing unit,the megalodon has 2 modes allowing users to change into 2.1/7.1 surround mode.However,we experienced most of the songs are perfectly listened at 2.1 mode,in fact there were several degradation in the 7.1 surround mode.For our pontification,we deemed that the 7.1 mode will only works superbly with condition that the content has to be a 7.1 surrond mastered file.
We tried playing 17again by Zac Efron with the megalodon,it simply works like when we were in a theater.The sounds coming from numerous ways are noticed in such obvious,we are delighted with the emulated 7.1 surround environment.
Big big cups meant to be more comfort and have better fidelity.
The maelstorm pad is quite intuitive,pressing the “snake” logo will changes you to either 2.1/7.1 surround environment.While users can adjust the particular speaker’s volume by using the black ring.For your information,each of the speaker is customizable with different volumes.The bottom has 3 control buttons for the microphone at a glance,users can choose to adjust the microphone’s sensitivity as well as the volume.
I had made a testing on the microphone,and it worked very well.Recorded sound is pretty clear and filtered with noises.[razermegalodon_testing](Click Me!!)
The bundled stand came along with the Megalodon has 2 magnets to stick with the Maelstorm controller.It appeared decently with the stand,else we have no idea hanging the controller.
The megalodon came with an exclusive caring case,you can carry the megalodon to anywhere with ease.
The megalodon does not requires any drivers to install,it’s plug and play!Detection would only takes seconds to complete.
Conclusion
We spent almost 2 hours reviewing the giant megalodon,gaming and listening songs are essential with the present of the megalodon.Sound quality is above average perhaps thanks to the boon of Maelstorm processing unit as well as the gold plated cable.Here,we would like to underscore that the cable is extremely durable as it’s made with specially braided fiber sheath,mere tugs and pulling will not causes any contact issues.If you are an avid ‘lan-partier’ and frequently plays in noisy environment yet yerns for distinctive sound quality,hence the Megalodon could be a great choice.
In regards of the packaging and the detailed shots,we placed them on a photo gallery as usual.Readers can take some glimpses at the bottom.
| Performance | 10/10 |
| Value | 7/10 |
| User Friendliness | 10/10(No driver is required) |
9/10
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