Onkyo announced a new line of products including four home theater in a box kits (HTiB), a new mid-line receiver, and a 3D Blu-Ray player. None of them have any code names or anything, they all are listed only by their model numbers. Cool. The new HTiB
Tt eSPORTS are proud and excited to release the next edition of their Professional Shock Gaming Headsets, the "One" which is the most advanced headset in the range, which has many amazing features including DTS 5.1 Virtual Surround Sound and Dynamic 40mm Speakers that allow for high quality Bass Enhancement.
The "One" has been designed to produce immense sound quality in-game as well as being able to offer a comfortable solution for gamers with it's multiple Ear-Pad Cushions and leather headband pad to allow for multiple hours of wear for continuous periods of gaming.
The Shock "One" offers gamers a professional gaming headset with USB connectivity, a fully configurable user interface and an illuminated Tt logo so you can be the "One" who stands out in the crowd at gaming events all around the world.
When Tt eSPORTS created the Shock "One" gaming headset the idea behind the product was to fulfil the requirements of ALL professional and casual gamers who are enthusiastic about the equipment they use. The Shock "One" has been developed to enter a highly competitive market but by combining a visually fashionable design with high and exciting performance the product is sure to bring a smile to any gamer who invests.
Features:
DTS 5.1 Channel Virtual Surround Sound
Dynamic 40MM Speaker Driver with BASS Enhancement
Fully Configurable User Interface
Noise Cancelling Microphone
In-Line Volume Control Box
10 Level Adjustable Headset Band
Multiple Ear-Pad Cushions: Leather and Velvet
Gold Plated USB Connector
Headphones
Driver unit: 40mm
Frequency Response: 20Hz~20 KHz
Impedance: 32 ohm
Sensitivity: 114+/-3dB
Max. input: 100mW
Cable length: 3m
Connector: USB
Microphone
Directivity: Bidirectional with noise cancellation
Impedance: 2.2 k ohm
Frequency: 100~10KHz
Sensitivity: -45dB+/-3dB
Looking sweet ... ASUS presents the ROG Vulcan ANC, a new gaming headset that features active noise cancellation of up to 30dB. The headset features 40mm drivers, there's an omni-directional microphone as well as clip-on volume control and a button to mute the microphone. Pricing and availability is unknown. The Vulcan ANC has memory foam encased in 'specially selected leather', it packs 40mm drivers, and includes an omni-directional microphone.
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Corsair diversified quite a bit over over the years, entering into cooling, cases, solid-state drives, and very recently, gaming headsets. The latest product from Corsair is also in the PC audio category, albeit being a 2.1 channel desktop speaker set as TPU reports today
" The Corsair SP2500 is a 2.1 channel PC "gaming speaker" set that delivers 232W (RMS) of continuous power using six Class-D amplifiers.
The set consists of an 8-inch subwoofer in a fourth-order bandpass enclosure; two satellites with 3-inch drivers and 1-inch ferrofluid-cooled silk dome tweeters. User control is care of a wired control module with knobs, buttons, and a 1.8-inch TFT-LCD color status display. Slated for launch later this week, the Corsair SP2500 2.1 gaming speaker set is said to be priced at US $259.99".
The ARCTIC S series 2.1 Speakers bring best audio quality for all needs. Dive into pure sound and make your PC to a real multimedia system. The speakers in the ARCTIC SOUND S Series features excellent sound quality with rich bass and clear highs. High fidelity drivers along with quick and precise responding driver coils play your music the way it is thought to be played.
The sleek and contemporary designs of these metallic-looking speakers blend seamlessly into any media center environment and emphasize your modern lifestyle. The different sizes will fit into either limited areas or spacious environments. All of the speakers are integrated with volume, bass, and treble controls, either on one of the satellites or on a control pod. Tweaking those settings with turning knobs are at user
A new fashionable 2.1 speaker system is being introduced by Hercules, called the XPS 101, which has a high-leveled power output of 101W. The XPS 101 includes a main 6-inch driver and two 6-inch passive drivers, two sparkling satellites, a wired, backlit remote control, and will be available for purchase later this month at a cost of approximatelyCreative presents the ZiiSound T6, a 5.1 surround wireless speaker system that will be sold for a whopping $399
Creative Technology Ltd. today announced the Creative ZiiSoundTM T6
For the audiophiles amongst us, Sennheiser has rolled out four new headsets for gamers (with some money to spare).
Audio specialist Sennheiser Communications introduces a new line of headsets designed for hardcore gamers. Heading up the line is the PC 360-the new flagship headset for pro gamers featuring Sennheiser's acclaimed Open-Aire
Hey, I always wanted that! A modern, high quality wireless headset that enables me to enjoy gaming experience and don
Sony introduced two new headsets for gamers; the DR-GA500 and DR-GA200.
Logitech unveiled the next-generation surround Logitech Surround Sound Speakers Z506. Logitech
Onkyo is a big name in the home theater market and the company has announced a couple new 3D-ready home theaters in a box systems. The two new systems are the HT-S6300 and the HT-S7300 both packing HDMI 1.4a inputs.
Other features of the systems include 1080p video upscaling, lossless Dolby and DTS HD sound, Dolby height processing, and Audyssey automatic room EQ tech. Both of the systems include all the speakers, sub, and the receiver needed for a complete home theater system.
Both also feature a separate iPhone/iPod dock. The big difference between the two systems is that the S7300 has a pair of 41-inch tall floor standing speakers with dual vertically arrayed woofers. The S6300 system uses six speakers each a foot tall that are made to sit on a bookshelf. Both of the systems use 290W subwoofers. The S6300 sells for $749 and the S7300 is $899.
First announced at CES 2009 nearly 1.5 years ago, the 5.1 surround sound gaming cans from Psyko are now finally heading to retail stores across North America. This headset is radically different from other surround sound headsets as the five speakers are not placed in the ear cups, but above your head in the bridge of the headset to provide a more natural sound experience. Subwoofers are located in the ear cups, and the headset also features a removable microphone and a separate headphone amplifier box with volume and bass level controls. You can learn more about the technology behind this headset over here, it should be available in retail stores for around $299.99.
While the PsykoWave Technology sounds pretty impressive, arecent review indicates this headset isn't really worth its money. The headset does deliver pretty impressive positional accuracy, but the reviewer complains the sound quality is atrocious, and notes even his $33 Kos PortaPro headphones boast higher fidelity.
Psyko Audio Labs Inc., a leading innovator in PC Gaming headphone technology, is ecstatic to unleash the dawn of audio as a weapon through the immediate availability of the highly anticipated Psyko 5.1 PC Gaming Headset System to USA and Canada. Psyko's patented PsykoWave Technology empowers PC Gamers with an unfair advantage over the competition through precise 3D sound that drastically heightens awareness of your gaming surroundings. Players can instantly identify and locate every gun shot, footstep, and explosion allowing for faster reaction times, higher player performance, and the most immersive gaming experience to date.
PsykoWave Technology
Sony have announced three new home audio systems, with two soundbars for the cable-phobic and a 5.1 surround setup for those slightly more ambitious. The Sony HT-SF470 is a 3D-capable 1000 watt (157W x 5 +167W sub) system with three HDMI inputs and an HDMI pass-through port, together with BRAVIA Sync, a Digital Media Port for use with an optional iPod cradle, two digital audio inputs (coax and optical) and digital cinema auto calibration for straightforward setup.
As for the HT-CT350, that has 400W (100 watts x 3 channels + 100 watts subwoofer) while the HT-CT150 has 340W (85 watts x 3 channels + 85 watts sub). Both have three HDMI inputs and one HDMI output, and support LPCM Blu-ray Disc audio together with 3D pass-through. They too have dual digital audio inputs, as well as BRAVIA Sync and iPod cradle compatibility.
The CT350 comes with a bracket for attaching it to Sony
Arctic Sound E352 in-ear buds tested
Hey ya'll, we hope everybody is enjoying a really nice Easter. To kill off some time we are posting a light read today. We test the Arctic Cooling Arctic Sound E352 Earbuds.
The E352 in-ear buds tested today are advertised to offer sound quality, noise isolation and bass advantages over other offerings from the competition. As such they promise a higher quality than what is provided by your typical pair of earbuds. Let's have a look at the product and lend it an ear or two.
Read the Guru3D review right here.
ASUS introduced the Cine5, a new compact speaker that provides 5-channel sound.
ASUS today announced the launch of the ASUS Cine5 PC speaker which provides accurate 5-channel surround sound in personalized spaces such as study rooms. With its all-in-one design, the Cine5 delivers realistic and dynamic surround sound to satisfy consummate gamers and personal entertainment users. To deliver exceptionally full sound from a compact form factor, ASUS drew on its expertise in high-performance audio cards during the development.
Leading Surround Technology for True Cinematic Enjoyment
The Cine5 is the first PC speaker in the world to offer leading surround sound presence with the new "EmbracingSound Theatre HD" technology. This patented technology leverages on a discrete 5-channel output to deliver full audio surround, which users can experience whenever they are directly in front of the speaker. In a First Player Shooter game, the Cine5 provides precise sound location that improves shooting accuracy and heightens gaming thrills. The Cine5 also revives 5-channel audio from any down-mixed 2-channel source
A bit of an unusual move. Artic Cooling lately is extremely expanding their product range in well .. all kind of ranges.
ARCTIC COOLING is going to launch the first audio product line in the marketing in late Jan 2010. Earphones will be the starter and will come later on with Headsets, Speakers, etc. The name is called ARCTIC SOUND E361-WM.
Its unique aluminium chassis and large drivers deliver deep bass and precise highs right into your ear canals. The ultra-soft silicone caps in multiple sizes block most outside noise, giving you comfort fit and undisturbed audio experience.
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Harman announced the launch of the new AKG
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