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Razer is well known for its high performance computer accessories that are marketed towards the enthusiast gaming crowd. The Barracuda HP-1 is Razer's first release in the competitive gaming headphone market. While other headphones offer simulated 5.1 surround sound through various tricks and technology, Razer includes eight discrete drivers, four found in each cup, that provide a true surround sound experience. The headset also supports a detachable noise canceling microphone for communicating with team mates, or more generic uses such as Skype.
MSRP $129.00
Release date September, 2006
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Each of the cups contains four drivers; one bass/subwoofer, and three mid-high frequency drivers. The three mid-high drivers are used for the positional aspects with one acting as the front, mid, and rear respectively. Connecting the headphones is done through the Razer-specific HD-DAI (High Definition Dedicated Audio Interface). Most sound cards do not actually support this specific port, so Razer includes an adapter that is universally compatible. A module that clips onto your shirt acts as both the amplifier that drives the speakers, and volume control. Each of the channels can have their volume individually adjusted along with a master volume.
The 5.1 audio is fed into the headset through a 3.5mm jack. If you want to get audio from a device like an Xbox 360 or dedicated DVD player a Y-adapter can be used though that removes the surround sound capabilities. Surround sound is supported with a more complicated setup that involves adapting the output from a dedicated receiver for the 3.5mm jacks.
Barracuda HP-1 Specifications
- 8 discrete drivers: 6 for mid-high frequency, 2 for Bass. 4 in each ear.
- Individual channel volume control / 1 master volume control
- Detachable noise canceling microphone
- 6 channel analog inputs
- Eight amplifiers contained within its volume control units
- Output power of 330mW
- Frequency response range of 1.50Hz to 20,000HzRazer HD-DAI\u2122 (High Definition-Dedicated Audio Interface)
- Powered by USB (no batteries needed for amplifier/LED lights)
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Razer Barracuda HP-1
• Razer HP-1 Barracuda 8-Channel Gaming Headphones
• Barracuda Gaming Headphone
UPC: 897126000812
EAN: 897126000812
MPN: RZ04-00130100-R2M1
Competitors
MSRP $99.99
Released January, 2006
Pros
- Very comfortable
- Great mic
- Good positional recognition
Cons
- SQ not very good for music
- Hard to come by
Razer Barracuda HP-1
vs.
Creative Fatal1ty Professional Series Gaming Headset
MSRP $299.99
Released January, 2009
Pros
- can use all of the superior options / technologies afforded by a full sound card
- can be used open or closed - open for communication and air or closed sound isolation
- the best headphone 5.1 surround implementation to date
Cons
- expensive
- only available from the manufacturer's website - expensive shipping
- microphone falls off the headset and swivels uncontrollably as your head tilts
Razer Barracuda HP-1
vs.
Psyko Audio Labs Psyko 5.1
MSRP $249.95
Released August, 2008
Pros
- Very comfortable to wear
- Built in 5.1 decoding
- Adjustable mixing of voice chat and game sounds
Cons
- Pricey
- no equalizer
- They're wired
Razer Barracuda HP-1
vs.
Astro A40 Audio System
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November 27, 2007
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3 out of 3 people found this review helpful.
Pros
- Actually includes 8 discrete drivers to create surround sound
Cons
- Cord from adapter is too short
- Surround sound can't compare to a real speaker system
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September 13, 2007
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1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.
Pros
- Ear pads are very comfortable
- 5.1 audio without breaking the bank
- Great overall audio quality
Cons
- Cord from adapter is too short
- Surround sound can't compare to a real speaker system
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September 24, 2009
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Pros
- Actually includes 8 discrete drivers to create surround sound
- Ear pads are very comfortable
- 5.1 audio without breaking the bank
- Great overall audio quality
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January 3, 2008
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Pros
- 5.1 audio without breaking the bank
- Great overall audio quality
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- Cord from adapter is too short
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October 20, 2009
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- The headphone is trembling too much when the subwoofer is working although the bass is not strong (purposely?), that cause uneasy after short time.
- Rear speakers have no bass at all.
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September 13, 2007
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- Actually includes 8 discrete drivers to create surround sound
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- Surround sound can't compare to a real speaker system
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