Razer barracuda hp-1

[Phoenix 20]

I plan on buying that head set, found them on tigerdirect for 105$, are they worth it?

They are extremely light (500g) and have 5.1 surround sound.

[Clay 24]

Haven't used one, but that's kinda steep for a headset. Plus, I was looking at them and people said that the sound quality was sub-par. If you want it though, found it cheaper.

http://accessories.us.dell.com/sna/productdetail.aspx?sku=A0761712&dgc=SS&cid=27530&lid=627063

$65, without shipping.

[-V-aster-V-ind 0]

Haven't used one, but that's kinda steep for a headset. Plus, I was looking at them and people said that the sound quality was sub-par. If you want it though, found it cheaper.

http://accessories.us.dell.com/sna/productdetail.aspx?sku=A0761712&dgc=SS&cid=27530&lid=627063

$65, without shipping.

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[Phoenix 20]

I live in canada :/

[Clay 24]

I live in canada :/

I know, shipping will be a few bones extra. Plus the exchange rate might bump it up a bit. Google search the name and check Google Shopping.

I thought you were Jewish?

[Ika 320]

500g is not light for a pair of headphones, not when they're sitting on your head the whole time. Actually it's pretty fucking heavy, my current headphones are ~330g and they're pretty heavy.

Unless that 500g includes the sound card part too.

[Contract Killer 24]

Phoenix, you've made like what, 15 technology related threads? Why don't you compile them in one or stop changing your mind?

[Phoenix 20]

500g is not light for a pair of headphones, not when they're sitting on your head the whole time. Actually it's pretty fucking heavy, my current headphones are ~330g and they're pretty heavy.

Unless that 500g includes the sound card part too.

It does, there is no exact weigh for the headset itself.

[ChosenOne2000 4440]

I just read the reviews....

1. only 5.1 sound, I would want 7.1 for $20-$30 more

2. Not USB, not very portabe

3. ??? What type of sound card are you using ??? That will determine the real quality of sound. A USB headset has a built in sound card

I already have a 5.1 headset and I'm looking to upgrade so I'm a little bias

Edit: If you are on a budget

NON USB http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16826279003&cm_re=7.1_headset-_-26-279-003-_-Product

USB http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16826279001&cm_re=7.1_headset-_-26-279-001-_-Product

[Phoenix 20]

I just read the reviews....

1. only 5.1 sound, I would want 7.1 for $20-$30 more

2. Not USB, not very portabe

3. ??? What type of sound card are you using ??? That will determine the real quality of sound. A USB headset has a built in sound card

I already have a 5.1 headset and I'm looking to upgrade so I'm a little bias

It's usb, look it has a some sort of dvi to 5.1 connectors.

I'm using the 5.1 soundcard coming with my mobo.

http://www.newegg.ca/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813131402

Portable who cares, it's for a gaming system.

And I live in Canada

[ChosenOne2000 4440]

It's usb, look it has a some sort of dvi to 5.1 connectors.

I'm using the 5.1 soundcard coming with my mobo.

http://www.newegg.ca/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813131402

Portable who cares, it's for a gaming system.

And I live in Canada

Thats NOT a good mobo. For that price you can get something WAY better.

[Sketchmaticx 3170]

Don't get barracudas. They suck dick for the price of them.

[Phoenix 20]

Thats NOT a good mobo. For that price you can get something WAY better.

Yes it's good, and proove me if I can get something better for around that price, it fits all my needs.

Then what do you recommend, I need comfortable very light headset.

[FlyingPolish 0]

Dell does not ship to Canada unless you go from their Canadian site, which does not hold the Barracudas.

Edit. The barracudas do run a USB connector.

[ChosenOne2000 4440]

Yes it's good, and proove me if I can get something better for around that price, it fits all my needs.

Then what do you recommend, I need comfortable very light headset.

7.1 Headset FROM CANADA: http://www.newegg.ca/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16826279001&cm_re=7.1_headset-_-26-279-001-_-Product

Mobo: better and cheaper AND leaves room for upgrading the CPU http://www.newegg.ca/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16813135085

[FlyingPolish 0]

There is a couple I found that fit your range.

The Plantronics Gamecom 777.

http://www.canadacomputers.com/index.php?do=ShowProduct&cmd=pd&pid=022997&cid=HSP.958

The Steelseries Siberia v2

http://www.canadacomputers.com/index.php?do=ShowProduct&cmd=pd&pid=027099&cid=HSP.958

Steelseries 5H v2

http://www.canadacomputers.com/index.php?do=ShowProduct&cmd=pd&pid=019977&cid=HSP.958

This one looks a little chunky, but by far one of the dirtiest headsets I have used.

http://us.store.creative.com/Sound-Blaster-Arena-Surround-USB-Gaming/M/B002Q8AG7G.htm#

Trouble finding a Canadian retailer for the Creatives. I found mine on ebay.

[Phoenix 20]

I might run crossfire that's why my mobo is what I need.

Plastic ear caps are the worst, it keeps heat in your ears and I need a mic with the headset.

So far barracuda leads

[Machete 0]

Why the fuck are you buying a USB headset?

USB is THE worst for sound. Seriously get some fucking quality shit with 3.5mm jacks on it.

Dont ask me what, i dont use headsets

[Phoenix 20]

Why not USB, because of that lag thing?

The barracuda uses the usb for power I'm sure, it comes with the 4 5.1 connectors.

[FlyingPolish 0]

Plantronics are open ear.

Meh, I don't have heating problems with my Creatives....but then again I don't sit at the computer for hours and hours at a time playing games....no time for that.

[Phoenix 20]

Well any good quality headsets out there? Comfort and weigh is very important, since I will be gaming 2-4 hours.

The razer megalodon is 140$ but it's overpriced.

Then there is the carcharias but stereo :/

[Guest Mr Clickerson]

Well any good quality headsets out there? Comfort and weigh is very important, since I will be gaming 2-4 hours.

The razer megalodon is 140$ but it's overpriced.

Then there is the carcharias but stereo :/

Jesus Christ, Phoenix... There should be a staff member position responsible for deleting any posts you make computer/accessories related.

Keep it to one fucking thread. Every day there's always a new thread "What's a good computer for 500 bucks?", "What's a good computer for 800 bucks?", "What's a good gaming keyboard?", "What's a good gaming computer for 1000 bucks?", "What's a good gaming mouse?", "What's a good gaming headset?", blah blah blah blah. Seriously- ONE THREAD. ALL YOU NEED.

[TimeToDie 39]

LOL, phoenix wtf do you need man. I have some a few parts that could help?

http://www.syndicate-gamers.net/forums/showthread.php?t=25965

[Synikal 0]

Due to past experiences with Razer, I will never buy a product from them again. Long story short, I got about 4 defective products in a row from them.

If you're looking for a quality headset, I would suggest the SteelSeries 5H V2. They may be expensive, but they last for a very long time, have amazing sound quality and are definitely comfortable.

[Guest Mr Clickerson]

Due to past experiences with Razer, I will never buy a product from them again. Long story short, I got about 4 defective products in a row from them.

If you're looking for a quality headset, I would suggest the SteelSeries 5H V2. They may be expensive, but they last for a very long time, have amazing sound quality and are definitely comfortable.

He's already got a set of Turtle Beach X1's or whatever.