Razer Kraken 7.1 Chroma

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PRICE: $349

If you're looking for a dedicated gaming headset with virtual surround sound and just a little bit of flair, the Kraken 7.1 Chroma is a really solid choice. The sound quality is top notch, the microphone quality is great, and Synapse is an easy to use program that gives you plenty of options.

-- As reviewed by Gaming Nexus 

84

TechSpot Metascore

Based on 14 expert reviews

• Excellent:
  7
• Good:
  3
• Average:
  4
• Bad:
  0

8.2

User Score

Based on 1,901 reviews
as rated by Amazon users

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Last revision on November 24, 2016

Reviewers Liked

• Innovative microphone storage
• Excellent software
• Customisable LEDs

Reviewers Didn't Like

• Overpowering bass
• Lack of headband padding
• Flawed cable design

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Expert reviews and ratings

By TechSpot on February 25, 2015

Although we typically focus on the graphics in blockbusters such as Crysis 3 and Battlefield 4, audio is a big part of the experience as well. This is particularly true for games such as Alien: Isolation where graphics may set the scene, but it's the...

By Tom's Guide on February 20, 201570

The Razer Kraken 7.1. Chroma delivers good sound, a great mic, and lots of audio options at a reasonable price. When push comes to shove, a good gaming headset needs two things above all else: high-quality sound and a reliable microphone. The...

By Gaming Nexus on December 30, 201488

If you're looking for a dedicated gaming headset with virtual surround sound and just a little bit of flair, the Kraken 7.1 Chroma is a really solid choice. The sound quality is top notch, the microphone quality is great, and Synapse is an easy to use program that gives you plenty of options.

By TechRadar AU on November 14, 201480

Gamers are the type who enjoy decking-out the style and performance aspects of their tech purchases whenever possible. When it comes to gaming it's often difficult to find affordable products that offer both killer performance and a super-stylized...