Razer Unveils Headset And Gaming Mouse At CES 2009

By William Usher: 2009-01-08 10:18:17

Razer Unveils Headset And Gaming Mouse At CES 2009

The Las Vegas Consumer Electronics Show for 2009 is currently underway and a healthy selection of gaming peripherals and technology is on display. Some of those peripherals include the new Razer wireless headset and their high-tech laser gaming mouse. And if I must say so myself (and I usually do) both these devices look sleeker than a Lamborghini with oiled chrome.

Razer president Robert “Razerguy” Krakoff commented at the show saying, “We’ve put every bit of advantage available in the hands of our gamers with the new Razer Mamba, and the Razer Carcharias. These products are for gamers who understand how minimal wireless lag time, high quality audio communications and increased precision can mean the difference between winning and losing.”

The Razer Mamba is Razer's latest in cutting edge, wireless mouse technology. The Mamba maintains 2.4GHz and allows users to switch from wired to wireless gameplay. A Razer Synaspe is built-in to allow users to bring their custom settings wherever they go and it contains a 5600DPI Razer Precision 3.5G Laser sensor. Because as we all know, there's no such thing as a good laser mouse without a 5600DPI 3.5G laser sensor. Gaming just isn't the same with anything less.

(Cost: US- $129.99; Europe- €129.99 Available: Razerzone.com Feb, 2009, Worldwide Q1 2009)

Specifications:
• Gaming Grade Wireless Technology
• Dual Mode Wired/Wireless Functionality
• Razer Synapse On-board Memory
• 5600DPI Razer Precision 3.5G Laser sensor
• 1000Hz Ultrapolling™ / 1ms response rate
• Up to 200 inches per second*/ 50g acceleration
• Approximate size: 128mm x 70mm x 42.5mm
• Battery Life: 14hrs (continuous gaming); 72hrs (normal gaming usage)
(Depends on surface used)

The Razer Carcharias is the latest in Razer's line-up of audio headset technology. Featuring audio output that puts gamers in an auricular cornucopia, the Carcharias features a circumaural shape, adjustable (and interchangeable) ear pads, and snazzy noise-filtering microphone. To top off this pricey but pleasurable audio device, the Carcharias comes with an easy-to-use remote for convenient access to the audio controls.

(Cost: US- $79.99; Europe- €79.99 Available: Razerzone.com Jan, 2009, Worldwide Q1 2009)

Headphone:
• Frequency Response: 20 - 20,000 Hz
• Impedance: 32 Ω at 1kHz
• Sensitivity (@1kHz, 1V/Pa): 102 ± 4dB at 1 kHzMax.
• Input Power: 200 mW
• Drivers: 40 mm, with neodymium Magnets

Microphone:
• Frequency Response: 50 – 16,000 Hz
• Sensitivity( @1kHz, 1V/Pa): -37 ± 4dB
• Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 50 dB
• Pick-up pattern: Unidirectional
• Cable: 3 meters, Braided Fiber Sheath
• Connector: 3.5 mm jack (headphone and mic)

I'm sure most of you gamers completely understand all those technical specs and are completely bought on them and not just on how cool the mouse and headset look. Right? Am I right? Anyway, you can gather up more information about the Mamba and Carcharias by visiting the Official RazerZone Website.

You can check out some screenshots of the devices below, and remember to stay tuned in with Blend Games for more information and news.