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Razer Kraken Gaming Headset: Lightweight Aluminum Frame, Retractable Noise Isolating Microphone, for PC, PS4, PS5, Switch, Xbox One, Xbox Series X & S, Mobile, 3.5 mm Audio Jack - Mercury White

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Impedance 32 Ohm

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  • Note : If the size of the earbud tips does not match the size of your ear canals or the headset is not worn properly in your ears, you may not obtain the correct sound qualities or call performance; Change the earbud tips to ones that fit more snugly in your ear
  • In-Line Audio Controls: A built-in an analog volume control wheel and mic mute switch
  • Lightweight & Durable: Made of bauxite aluminum, the Kraken frame is flexible and designed to last
  • All-Day Comfort: Oval, cooling gel-infused cushions that prevent overheating and pressure build-up
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Razer Kraken Mercury Edition

The Headset for Esports Pros

The 3rd generation Razer Kraken is the wired headset for competitive gamers. Its large 50 mm drivers deliver powerful and clear sound. It’s engineered for long-lasting comfort with cooling-gel cushions. A retractable microphone ensures your shotcalls are always delivered in absolute clarity.

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    Product information

    Noise Control Sound Isolation
    Sensitivity 109 dB
    Headphones Jack 3.5 mm Jack
    Model Name Kraken
    Connectivity Technology Wired
    Wireless Communication Technology Bluetooth
    Included Components Cable, Ear Cushions, Headband
    Age Range (Description) Adult
    Material Aluminum
    Specific Uses For Product Multimedia, Personal, Gaming
    Compatible Devices PC, PS4
    Control Type Volume Control
    Cable Feature wireless bluetooth
    Item Weight 11.36 Ounces
    Frequency Range 12 Hz - 28 kHz
    Unit Count 1.0 Count
    Style Kraken
    Control Method Touch
    Number of Items 1
    Audio Driver Type Dynamic Driver
    Audio Latency 12 Milliseconds
    Earpiece Shape over-ear
    UPC 811659031907
    Global Trade Identification Number 00811659031907
    Manufacturer Razer
    Is Autographed No
    Product Dimensions 6.76 x 7.6 x 3.86 inches
    Item Weight 11.4 ounces
    ASIN B07SKCLW2G
    Item model number RZ04-02830400-R3M1
    Customer Reviews
    4.5 out of 5 stars 48,231 ratings

    4.5 out of 5 stars
    Best Sellers Rank #33,605 in Video Games (See Top 100 in Video Games)
    #288 in PlayStation 4 Headsets
    #1,116 in PC Game Headsets
    Date First Available May 30, 2019

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    The 3rd generation RAZER Kraken is the wired headset for competitive gamers. Its large 50 mm drivers deliver powerful and clear sound. It's engineered for long-lasting comfort with Cooling-Gel cushions. A Retractable Microphone ensures your shot calls are always delivered in absolute clarity.

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    Customers find the headset comfortable, particularly noting it rests well on the head and is suitable for long-term wear, while also appreciating its vibrant bubblegum pink color and brilliant design features. Moreover, they consider it a good starter headset that's worth the price. However, the sound quality receives mixed feedback, with some praising the noise cancellation while others report static noises. The build quality and functionality also get mixed reviews, with some finding it well-made and working great, while others report quality issues worsening over time and unreliability. The retractable mic feature receives mixed reactions, with some finding it great while others report it becoming inoperable.

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    893 customers mention "Comfort"794 positive99 negative

    Customers find these headphones comfortable, noting they rest well on the head and allow wearing glasses without discomfort, with one customer mentioning there's no pressure or headache from compression.

    "...They also feel comfortable and don’t cause fatigue when playing for long periods of time...." Read more

    "...the Krakens in addition to the gel-filled ear pads is how comfortable they feel--even for a large head like his they feel like they've got more room..." Read more

    "...Pros: sound quality; comfort; looks cool; no issues with mic; cord length and options were good; sturdiness; and volume control in the cord...." Read more

    "...Additionally, the comfort factor deserves a special mention...." Read more

    803 customers mention "Headset quality"803 positive0 negative

    Customers find this headset to be of good quality, particularly for video games, with one customer noting its decent mids.

    "...I’ve played up to 6 hours in 1 setting and had no problem with the headphones on...." Read more

    "...Pros: sound quality; comfort; looks cool; no issues with mic; cord length and options were good; sturdiness; and volume control in the cord...." Read more

    "Best headset I've ever purchased works great to this day the mute button is kinda hard to move if you don't have nails" Read more

    "I just wanna first say, these are excellent headphones...." Read more

    637 customers mention "Value for money"479 positive158 negative

    Customers find the headphones to be good value for money, describing them as a mid-cost wired headset with good quality for the price.

    "...Nevertheless these are great and definitely worth it especially on sale...." Read more

    "...These headphones are great and cheap for those who don’t want to spend over $100 for some headphones to game with...." Read more

    "...I would give it a 4 1/2 star rating, but mostly it's a solid headset for the price...." Read more

    "...Razer products due the following... the software is intrusive and bloatware-like, which can slow down my computer's startup times and memory usage...." Read more

    488 customers mention "Style"450 positive38 negative

    Customers appreciate the headphones' style, noting their vibrant bubblegum pink color and brilliant design features, with one customer highlighting the cool RGB lights and effects.

    "...Razer's unboxing experience is top-notch, and the RGB lights and effects are cool (based on what you buy from them)...." Read more

    "...Pros: sound quality; comfort; looks cool; no issues with mic; cord length and options were good; sturdiness; and volume control in the cord...." Read more

    "...Treat it as a fancy UI and a way to keep your drivers updated, and you'll be happy." Read more

    "...PROS: Cute, extension cord is handy (sometimes), comfortable enough to wear all day, sound quality is decent, separate volume knob on the headphones..." Read more

    2,219 customers mention "Sound quality"1,332 positive887 negative

    Customers have mixed opinions about the headphones' sound quality, with some finding it good and appreciating the noise cancellation, while others report that the sound is very quiet or distant and experience static noises.

    "...these are truly amazing and I recommend them to everyone, the sound is great, build quality great, mic sounds good, conferrable af, and the..." Read more

    "...When playing with others I can hear the game and team members’ voices just fine...." Read more

    "...These headphones also slide on the hair around my ears, which makes noise that I can hear because it's amplifed from having my ears covered, and..." Read more

    "...comparison for the Razer Kraken Gaming Headset review here, deliver really nice sound and were our number 1 choice in gaming headphones...." Read more

    972 customers mention "Build quality"569 positive403 negative

    Customers have mixed opinions about the headset's build quality, with some praising its top-notch construction while others report that it worsens over time and easily breaks down.

    "...amazing and I recommend them to everyone, the sound is great, build quality great, mic sounds good, conferrable af, and the retractable mic is super..." Read more

    "...volume range with the volume dial, located on the audio cable, absoluley sucks...." Read more

    "...The durability of these headphones feels like they can handle a lot. When not in use I just put them away until I’m ready to use them again...." Read more

    "...Durability. This is a big one for us, but especially for my husband. He's gone through many Plasticine sets of cans promising great durability...." Read more

    631 customers mention "Mic quality"316 positive315 negative

    Customers have mixed experiences with the headphones' microphone, with some praising its retractable design and functionality, while others report issues with it not working properly.

    "...quality great, mic sounds good, conferrable af, and the retractable mic is super convenient." Read more

    "...Although the headset is good quality overall, the mute button problem makes it unacceptable for professional work...." Read more

    "...When not in use, the microphone can be pushed back into the headset frame, making it very much out of your way when you're trying to enjoy some..." Read more

    "...The downside is the volume/mute controller is not reinforced or snagless and catches on everything...." Read more

    587 customers mention "Functionality"348 positive239 negative

    Customers have mixed experiences with the headphones' functionality, with some reporting they work great for gaming and the mic performs as advertised, while others mention issues with the right side not working and the headphones becoming unusable.

    "...Suffice it to say the Mic works as advertised and the on/off inline switch works fine. Now for the optional DSP software...." Read more

    "...work, but a lot of the features I liked broke or stopped working well after a few months and then I stopped caring about being gentle with them...." Read more

    "...It seemed brand new still. The volume control worked well, easily moved when you adjusted it, and was tight enough to not move when bumped..." Read more

    "Kraken as a brand is known for making quality products that are functional, comfortable, and durable...." Read more

    Razer Kraken: Good Enough for Casual Use/Kids, but Not for Audiophiles or People Looking for Quality
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    Razer Kraken: Good Enough for Casual Use/Kids, but Not for Audiophiles or People Looking for Quality
    ▶️ tldr; I bought these the Pink Kraken headphones for my daughter to use with her gaming setup. She liked them and they matched the rest of the pink gaming stuff. They were nice for her to use. I would recommend them for kids and people not real concerned about quality of sound or any discernment for being an audiophile/gamer. They are built well enough to be used as a daily pair of headphones without too many issues. I wouldn't spend a fortune getting Razer products though for reasons stated in my review below. ▶️ Long review: Drawing on my experience owning a dozen and a half Razer products and being an early adopter of many, including the Razer COVID-19 RGB face mask, I have some concerns that I want to share. Despite the hardware being of "good" quality, I have decided to stop using Razer products due the following... the software is intrusive and bloatware-like, which can slow down my computer's startup times and memory usage. In addition, Razer's software is often CPU & memory-heavy, causing issues when trying to use other equipment like my HP Mixed Reality VR equipment. Unfortunately, poor customer service and eventual buyers remorse for their "higher quality products" have also contributed to my decision. I've also noticed that Razer tends to exaggerate the quality of their products on their product pages. Another issue that I encountered with Razer over the years was their customer service. I found their customer service to be obnoxious, unhelpful and rude at times. Their headphones provide OK sound quality, I have found that the THX sound experience is not as realistic as Razer makes it out to be. You literally have front of you facing sound and kind of / sort of middle rear facing sound. It's really not as big of a deal as Razer makes it out to be. It's an exaggerated over embleshisment of what it really is. Don't be fooled by Razer's claims about THX on their heaphones. It's not worth it. I own multiple pairs of Razer headphones and they don't even come close to what I have with Corsair headphones. The bloatware software Razer provides can be tricky to use and never could figure out how to the surround sound effect to exist (I am an avid gamer/computer tech/computer programmer/music lover) but even with all the things I know about computers, I never could manage to get it to work. As far as I was concerend It was just 2 areas of sound (front and rear) -- nothing like real surround sound or whatever they claim THX can do for you. I still consider Razer to be a producer of quality products. If you're looking to settle for something versus nothing, Razer products could be a good option if the price is right. Razer's unboxing experience is top-notch, and the RGB lights and effects are cool (based on what you buy from them). While I don't hate Razer, I no longer use their products due to the quality of their software, their customer service being garbage and unhelpful, and they tend to exaggerate the quality of their products on their website. If you're in the market for a new product and are looking to settle, Razer products could be a good option. Just be mindful how much you are spending and what kind of expectations you have going into it. Razer = longer term eventual disappointment once the honeymoon period is over, as far as I'm concerned. ▶️ Alternative Product Recommendation: If you want to really want an upgrade to your headphones, comfort and sound quality... I highly recommend the Corsair Virtuoso RGB Wireless XT High Fidelity Dolby Atmos Sound headphones ( https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B09BXZKNDB ). Buy them used from "Amazon Warehouse" in "Used - Like New" condition if want to get them cheap ($130) and know you're getting high quality / audiophile level quality sound. They actually provide high-quality Dolby Atmos sound and are reasonably price on Amazon if buy them used in "LIKE NEW" condition. Since mine were used I bought new, better ear cushions ( https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B095GS943G ) for them which made them even more comfortable and better at noise cancellation.
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    • Reviewed in the United States on March 26, 2024
      Color: Black/BlueVerified Purchase
      Ok so ive had two pairs of these and i love them so much, im a hardcore gamer (3-6hrs a day) and these are incredibly comfortable. They are on the heavier side but dont feel like it and dont put any pressure on your ears. Ive gamed for 12hrs without stopping with these on and I barely felt it at the end. The sound is great tho i do wish there was better seal because you can hear stuff around you fairly easily. Nevertheless these are great and definitely worth it especially on sale. I tried the baracudas and they were SOOO uncomfortable compared to these.

      Now on the stuff i dont like so much,

      1: the controls on the cord are awkward and annoying, if you bump the volume control it will randomly go up and down which is horrible during a match, this didn’t affect much because i put electrical tape over it and i use volume and mute on my controller. The other thing is that my first pair broke after a year, what happened is the cord frayed where it meets the volume control which caused the sounds to cut in and out, this happened far outside the amazon return window so I contacted razer because it says that it has a 2year warranty on the box, they said that they would be happy to replace them but this model was discontinued so they said that they would send me a “equivalent” headset, they offered me the barracuda x which I tried put and hated so i messaged back telling them that i really just wanted the krakens and he said he would see what he could do. A week later they said they had a exact pair and they would ship it to me for free. Customer service was a 10/10. Overall these are truly amazing and I recommend them to everyone, the sound is great, build quality great, mic sounds good, conferrable af, and the retractable mic is super convenient.
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    • Reviewed in the United States on May 8, 2022
      Color: Black/BlueVerified Purchase
      I’ve had these headphones for over a month now because I really wanted to try them before, I write a review. I am happy I decided to get these because they have completely enhanced my gaming experience.
      These headphones are great and cheap for those who don’t want to spend over $100 for some headphones to game with. For a non-professional gamer more than happy with these headphones. The surround sound lets me know which direction an enemy is coming at me from. This alone has saved me multiple times from attackers from behind me.
      The durability of these headphones feels like they can handle a lot. When not in use I just put them away until I’m ready to use them again. They did come with a little dent on the top of the band but did not affect the playability in any way. They also feel comfortable and don’t cause fatigue when playing for long periods of time. I’ve played up to 6 hours in 1 setting and had no problem with the headphones on.
      The noise cancelation is good but does not cancel 100% of outside noise. I’d rather have some headphones that let me be emersed in a game but can still hear a little of what’s going on in my surroundings. When playing with others I can hear the game and team members’ voices just fine. I was told by a teammate that they could hear a lot of wind noise, and the only thing around was the ceiling fan on max. It's not a loud fan but I guess the air was enough to be picked up by the mic.
      Overall, I’m thrilled with these headphones, I even plan on buying a pair for my son. Also, it may not matter but I’ve used these headphones while playing Elden Ring, Destiny 2, Spider-Man, and Back4Blood so far.
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      Reviewed in the United States on May 8, 2022
      I’ve had these headphones for over a month now because I really wanted to try them before, I write a review. I am happy I decided to get these because they have completely enhanced my gaming experience.
      These headphones are great and cheap for those who don’t want to spend over $100 for some headphones to game with. For a non-professional gamer more than happy with these headphones. The surround sound lets me know which direction an enemy is coming at me from. This alone has saved me multiple times from attackers from behind me.
      The durability of these headphones feels like they can handle a lot. When not in use I just put them away until I’m ready to use them again. They did come with a little dent on the top of the band but did not affect the playability in any way. They also feel comfortable and don’t cause fatigue when playing for long periods of time. I’ve played up to 6 hours in 1 setting and had no problem with the headphones on.
      The noise cancelation is good but does not cancel 100% of outside noise. I’d rather have some headphones that let me be emersed in a game but can still hear a little of what’s going on in my surroundings. When playing with others I can hear the game and team members’ voices just fine. I was told by a teammate that they could hear a lot of wind noise, and the only thing around was the ceiling fan on max. It's not a loud fan but I guess the air was enough to be picked up by the mic.
      Overall, I’m thrilled with these headphones, I even plan on buying a pair for my son. Also, it may not matter but I’ve used these headphones while playing Elden Ring, Destiny 2, Spider-Man, and Back4Blood so far.
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    • Reviewed in the United States on July 12, 2021
      Color: Black/BlueVerified Purchase
      The hardware in the Krakens is excellent, imo. My husband loves these phones (and I do, too!) My previous phones, a pair of Sony MDR-7506's, were so good we thought nothing could beat them, even though the Sony phones' drivers are 40 mms in size and these Razer Kraken drivers are 50mm--much depends on the amplification hardware in the ear pads and motherboard hardware as to which will drive the better sound--eg., 50 mm drivers are not automatically better than 40mm drivers, regardless of the hardware environments. A lot also depends on the preferences of the individuals asked to state their opinions, of course. Some people like bass so overwhelming it actually distorts whereas other people like it only enough to hear it plainly with no distortion, and others like it turned down or off, inexplicably, etc. (But you can't argue with individual opinions, right?...Opinions are like armpits--we all have at least two of them, eh? So, I advise listening to all sides and colors of opinions, especially about computer hardware! There's always something new to learn even we don't agree with the overall opinions other people have or their conclusions. Opinions should always be debated--never, ever censored, we firmly believe!)

      Bear in mind, both sets of phones were tested via my husband's x570 Aorus Master motherboard's RealTek'HD Audio 3.5mm analog Hi-Definition front-panel jack--the best earphone connection jack in the system, btw. (Give me wired over wireless any day--I hate batteries and frequency interference, not to mention security concerns that do not exist with wired connections, etc.) The x570 Master also supports, in hardware, a 3-position headphone amp, and a hardware DAC, a SABRE 9118 DAC--the combination has to be heard to be properly appreciated, imo.

      Connector cabling. The Kraken offers a superior wiring connection--Kraken uses an extremely thin and ultra-flexible braided connector cable, whereas the Sony offers a thick, plastic-covered connection cable in which most of the length is coiled, just like analog amp cables circa the 1960's were made. Indeed, the Sony cabling doesn't look like something made for a 3.5mm plug! It looks exactly like something made for a full size plug! It's opinion, sure, as everything always is in the end, but we much prefer the Kraken's cabling over that used in the Sony cans used as the baseline comparison for this review. The Kraken cabling is ultralight, ultrathin, cloth braided, and so ultra-flexible that there simply isn't any obstinate stiffness in the cable that can be perceived. We both like it very much because of that--it is the nearest thing to not having a cable at all, but without any of the negatives of wireless. Sony's cabling is--well--SoA, circa 1969...;) Reminds my husband of plugging in his ancient but revered Gibson SG-Specials or Fender Strats & Telecasters into nice big onstage amps (which he still does, only the amps are a fair bit smaller, thankfully...;) )

      Razer Kraken has an inline volume and microphone control switch. The Sony has neither--well, it doesn't have a microphone at all, so of course no Mic on/off switch. The Kraken has a nice, radial volume control for the cans, and a straight on-off switch for the Mic. Neither of us is a Mic user, so I'll leave that portion of the review to others better qualified to write about it in another review. Suffice it to say the Mic works as advertised and the on/off inline switch works fine.

      Now for the optional DSP software. Here's the situation as we think it stands regarding the extra-cost surround software available for the Kraken, the THX Spatial Audio software for the Kraken. We don't recommend anyone buying the Headphones without buying the offered THX Spatial Audio software! It's offered at 50% off when you buy the Kraken Phones, by Razer. So it's $10! It's the best $10 you are going to spend for a long time. We believe that these phones should not be offered sans the THX Spatial Audio--it's kind of baffling that they are offered without the custom THX software, frankly. However, there are people who love distorted bass and volumes so loud that King Kong's eardrums would burst!...;) So maybe that's why Razer doesn't integrate this into this Kraken package. Still, it would be unusual to find earphone wearers who would prefer their games sounding like an avalanche of boulders tumbling down the side of Everest. I think, anyway...;)

      To sum it up--I love this software. Husband loves it. He says it's much better than what he thought it might be. Razer includes a 7.1 surround-sound software solution free of charge with the Kraken, and it's just "OK"--just kind of average--seems to induce a fair bit of bass distortion in speech in some of our games--one guy's speech is nigh unintelligible with the Razer 7.1 surround sound package for the Krakens. But run the THX Spatial Audio, instead, and the difference is real and immediately noticeable. THX really justifies its commercial claims--the software brings out the best in the Kraken hardware!

      Comfort. It's a very important category with cans--as all of us know. If you can't game for hours because your phones are causing you pain or discomfort after a certain wearing time--that's unacceptable. These Kraken phones have "Oval Cooling Gel Cushions" in the pads and I'm just going to say that they are very comfortable indeed. My husband says that this set is the most comfortable set of cans he's ever worn. Both of us think the Sony set tends to "pinch" a bit in a long wear. The Sony pads are by no means uncomfortable, absolutely not. But both of us--my husband's typically swelled head and my petite but usually swifter smaller head both find the Krakens more comfortable in all wear scenarios--which I find a bit unusual. My husband says that what surprises him about the Krakens in addition to the gel-filled ear pads is how comfortable they feel--even for a large head like his they feel like they've got more room to give--not something the Sony's ever did. The Sony's were adequate, just not as comfortable.

      Durability. This is a big one for us, but especially for my husband. He's gone through many Plasticine sets of cans promising great durability. Hah. We have lost count of the very strong-looking plastic-frame headsets that after very little use, comparatively, use that was anything but harsh or abusive, simply fell apart, cracking through or breaking apart, and it happened over and over again. Hence, the hunt for metal headbands and construction in our headphones. Both the Sony and the Razer Kraken use metal in their construction, and what a difference! Neither set has come close to cracking or breaking apart! The Sony's have been up for years without a single problem in that regard! Years, literally. We do not expect to see any less durability from our Razer Kraken--namely, the one reviewed in this article!

      Really, any aluminum-headband construction should suffice for a long, long time. Our advice is to avoid plastic like the plague--especially the plastic headbands that appear to hold massive weight and hold up under enormous wear and tear--especially those particular Plasticine headbands....;) They just aren't going to be there one day when you really need them.

      Price: Believe it or not, the Sony cans are actually priced higher than the Kraken headset reviewed here. You can usually buy the Kraken Gaming Headset reviewed here plus the Razer THX Spatial Audio Software for less--that's right--less than what the MDR-7506 is currently selling for in places such as AMAZON! Where you are right now.

      Summary: The Sony cans, the MDR-7506's used as a baseline comparison for the Razer Kraken Gaming Headset review here, deliver really nice sound and were our number 1 choice in gaming headphones. Operative word being "were"....! These Razer Kraken headphones are better, in our very humble, sincere opinions!
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    • Anna
      5.0 out of 5 stars Great
      Reviewed in the United Kingdom on December 13, 2024
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      Sound quality is great, have been using them for over a year and no issues yet
    • Brendo
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      Gostei bastante do produto ele já tem uns aninhos de vida, mas está vivo viu.

      O produto é:

      Confortável✓

      Tem um bom microfone✓

      Durável ✓ (em certo ponto)

      Resistente a uma pisada de um adulto com 150 kilos✓

      Fio durável✓

      Já que ele tem uns aninhos posso afirmar que ele tem:

      Plug as vezes dependendo da posição funciona só um lado✓

      Nunca funcionou o mute do microfone✓

      O couro/tecido na parte de cima descasca com o tempo✓

      Obs: Uma coisa que me deixou meio triste é que ele já veio com um calombinho na parte da cabeça, vcs podem observar nas fotos que ele tem um relevo.
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      Bom é Razer né ?!

      Reviewed in Brazil on June 23, 2024
      Gostei bastante do produto ele já tem uns aninhos de vida, mas está vivo viu.

      O produto é:

      Confortável✓

      Tem um bom microfone✓

      Durável ✓ (em certo ponto)

      Resistente a uma pisada de um adulto com 150 kilos✓

      Fio durável✓

      Já que ele tem uns aninhos posso afirmar que ele tem:

      Plug as vezes dependendo da posição funciona só um lado✓

      Nunca funcionou o mute do microfone✓

      O couro/tecido na parte de cima descasca com o tempo✓

      Obs: Uma coisa que me deixou meio triste é que ele já veio com um calombinho na parte da cabeça, vcs podem observar nas fotos que ele tem um relevo.
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    • Vitaly
      5.0 out of 5 stars Top quality and affordable
      Reviewed in Australia on July 11, 2021
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      Manufactured not to cut costs but rather to last and deliver quality expirience. Yet affordable comparatively to other high end models.
    • Asmaa Hassoun
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      Reviewed in the United Arab Emirates on October 4, 2020
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      It does not cause interference so that you can integrate with the surrounding environment
      Quality is very good
    • Marni Oakley
      5.0 out of 5 stars Teenager loves them - but not without faults!
      Reviewed in the United Kingdom on April 3, 2021
      Color: Quartz PinkVerified Purchase
      They are comfortable and light - especially good for those who wear glasses. Negatives include occasional bad feedback noise and cable gets twisted a lot. Overall excellent and worth the investment!

    Product Summary: Razer Kraken Gaming Headset: Lightweight Aluminum Frame, Retractable Noise Isolating Microphone, for PC, PS4, PS5, Switch, Xbox One, Xbox Series X & S, Mobile, 3.5 mm Audio Jack - Mercury White

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    • Note : If the size of the earbud tips does not match the size of your ear canals or the headset is not worn properly in your ears, you may not obtain the correct sound qualities or call performance; Change the earbud tips to ones that fit more snugly in your ear
    • In-Line Audio Controls: A built-in an analog volume control wheel and mic mute switch
    • Lightweight & Durable: Made of bauxite aluminum, the Kraken frame is flexible and designed to last
    • All-Day Comfort: Oval, cooling gel-infused cushions that prevent overheating and pressure build-up

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    The 3rd generation RAZER Kraken is the wired headset for competitive gamers. Its large 50 mm drivers deliver powerful and clear sound. It's engineered for long-lasting comfort with Cooling-Gel cushions. A Retractable Microphone ensures your shot calls are always delivered in absolute clarity.

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