Razer HP-1 Barracuda 8-Channel Gaming Headphones
Average customer rating: 3 out of 5 stars
  • Don't waste your money, there's no bass at all.
  • Utterly disappointing!
  • Very nice!
  • Good gaming headphones bad build quality
  • Razer Barracuda headset mic isn't worth the price paid
Razer HP-1 Barracuda 8-Channel Gaming Headphones

Manufacturer: Razer Inc.
ProductGroup: CE
Binding: Electronics

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Product Features:
  • 8 discrete drivers: 6 for mid-high frequency, 2 for bass
  • Individual channel volume control / 1 master volume control
  • Detachable microphone designed specifically for in-game communications
  • 6 channel analog inputs
  • Output power of 330mW

ASIN: B000H89E20
Razer HP-1 Barracuda 8-Channel Gaming Headphones

Product Description

The Razer Barracuda HP-1 Gaming Headphones uses 99% oxygen-free copper cable for gaming audio signal purity. The Razer Barracuda HP-1 Gaming Headphones also provides for eight discrete audio drivers for optimal positional audio without compromising the gamer's comfort when using the headset.With some of the best components selected for the ultra-sensitive speaker drivers, the Razer Barracuda HP-1 Gaming Headphones delivers pinpoint positional accuracy essential for gaming.The Razer Barracuda HP-1's built-in microphone is designed specifically for in-game communications - featuring a short shaft for enhanced comfort and audio pickup, the microphone also features advanced noise cancellation capabilities ideal for frenzied in-game correspondence.Powered with Razer Fidelity, the Razer Barracuda HP-1 may be used with all soundcards; however, using it with the Razer Barracuda AC-1 gaming soundcard is strongly recommended as it delivers the best gaming audio experience in the world today.

Customer Reviews:

1 out of 5 stars Don't waste your money, there's no bass at all........2007-12-21

I bought these headphones for myself. I normally use Sony MDR-V700DJ phones. These are the gold standard for good sound.
When I first plugged these into my Sound Blaster Audigy 2 Zs, I expected greatness. I was so sadly disappointed.

Pros:
great design.
detachable microphone sounds great.
extremely comfortable.
5-way volume control Front,Rear,Center,Bass,Master.
nifty LEDs.

Cons:
Sub-standard sound quality.
Sub-standard fake subwoofer.
ridiculously poor frequency response. (specs say 50-20k)(closer to 120-20k)
bad harmonic distortion on rear and center channels

Instead of including a real full-range sub-woofer, razer instead, opted for a vibrating quasi-speaker. The speaker doesn't produce the full range of audio that a subwoofer does. This thing creates vibrations at the specified frequency. The result doesn't fool the senses. It cuts out most of your bass frequencies. Even with the bass volume turned all the way up, the front, rear, and center turned all the way down, and an equalizer used, the bass is not even remotely where it needs to be.

The overall sound-profile sounds like a coffee can. The lack of real bass frequencies is just too much to overlook in these great looking phones. 5.1 headphones aren't where they need to be.

I'm not really a razer hater, I own two original boomslangs, the tarantula, and an exactmat. The HP-1 phones are a real disappointment.

2 out of 5 stars Utterly disappointing! .......2007-12-14

Utterly disappointing! I have purchased numerous gaming headsets and headphones over the years. The build quality and feel of this headset is phenomenal. These ear cups are very comfortable to wear. Now on to the bad... The microphone did not work due to a defective jack that required me to pull down and hold the mic in order for it to properly make contact with the connector. The surround sound function is a joke. There is no aural separation. You just hear additional drivers. Bass is horrible. Listening to any music with deep bass made me instantly think of a bucket. Apparently the bass is rolled off at 50Hz. I fart lower than that. LOL. No mute button for the mic. This is the second Razer product that I have returned. The first being a Copperhead mouse that just stopped working. I suggest that they decrease their packaging expense and focus on build quality. I currently own a pair of Altec-Lansing AHS515. They have incredible sound quality, good mic sound. Be aware that they have a flaw too. The ear cups are held on by very delicate clips that can break if you drop them from any height. Epoxy them and be done with the problem. The Barracuda's have been returned and I purchased a second pair of Altec-Lansings.

5 out of 5 stars Very nice!.......2007-11-29

I bought it for a friend....so I don't have a realistic idea of how good and performant it is, but he likes it very much!

2 out of 5 stars Good gaming headphones bad build quality.......2007-11-24

After 2 months of use with the headphones the screws fell out from the earmuff holding it with the headset. it gave me good positional audio in Counter strike but the build quality should be better, i expected more from razer.

1 out of 5 stars Razer Barracuda headset mic isn't worth the price paid.......2007-11-09

First off, I don't mind paying good money for a product. For a gaming headset (headphones w/ mic), the Razer Barracuda set leaves something to be desired... due to its fragile mic.

I had my Razer Barracuda headset for less than five months... and then one day the mic simply quit working. I hadn't changed a thing on my OS/computer during that time, nor had I abused my headset. I come to find out... numerous consumers have had problems with Razer Barracuda mics. For the money I paid, I expected this headset to have lasted much longer than five months. To this end, I rated these headphones with just one star and would not recommend them to anyone (for any price over $20.00). Why $20.00 you ask? Because... I have a generic headset that I purchased for $19.99 three years ago... and it's still going strong. ;)
Barracuda Gaming Headphone
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    Barracuda Gaming Headphone

    Manufacturer: Razer USA
    ProductGroup: CE

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    ASIN: B000L7VDHG
    Barracuda Gaming Headphone

    Product Description

    MODEL- RZ04-0013 VENDOR- RAZER USA FEATURES- Razer Barracuda HP-1 Gaming Headphones The Razer Barracuda HP-1 Gaming Headphones uses 99% oxygen-free copper cable for gaming audio signal purity. The Razer Barracuda HP-1 Gaming Headphones also provides for eight discrete audio drivers for optimal positional audio without compromising the gamer's comfort when using the headset. With some of the best components selected for the ultra-sensitive speaker drivers, the Razer Barracuda HP-1 Gaming Headphones delivers pinpoint positional accuracy essential for gaming. The Razer Barracuda HP-1's built-in microphone is designed specifically for in-game communications--featuring a short shaft for enhanced comfort and audio pickup, the microphone also features advanced noise cancellation capabilities ideal for frenzied in-game correspondence. Powered with Razer Fidelity, the Razer Barracuda HP-1 may be used with all soundcards; however, using it with the Razer Barracuda AC-1 gaming soundcard is strongly recommended as it delivers the best gaming audio experience in the world today. -- SPECIFICATIONs ---------------------------------- PERFORMANCE - 8 Discrete Drivers: 6 for Mid-High Frequency, 2 for Bass. Individual Channel Volume Control/1 Master Volume Control. Detachable Microphone 6 Channel Analog Inputs Eight Amplifiers contained within its volume control units Output power of 330mW Razer HD-DAI (High Definition-Dedicated Audio Interface) 99% Oxygen-Free Cable FREQUENCY RESPONSE- 1.50 Hz to 20 000Hz IMPEDANCE - Front Speaker : 64 ohms Rear Speaker : 32 ohms Centre Speaker: 64 ohms Sub-Woofer : 8 ohms POWER RATING - 330m Watts Total RMS CAB
    Barracuda Gaming Headphone
    Average customer rating: Not rated
      Barracuda Gaming Headphone

      Manufacturer: Razer USA
      ProductGroup: CE

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      ASIN: B000VMR4FQ
      Barracuda Gaming Headphone

      Product Description

      MODEL- RZ04-0013 VENDOR- RAZER USA FEATURES- Razer Barracuda HP-1 Gaming Headphones The Razer Barracuda HP-1 Gaming Headphones uses 99% oxygen-free copper cable for gaming audio signal purity. The Razer Barracuda HP-1 Gaming Headphones also provides for eight discrete audio drivers for optimal positional audio without compromising the gamer's comfort when using the headset. With some of the best components selected for the ultra-sensitive speaker drivers the Razer Barracuda HP-1 Gaming Headphones delivers pinpoint positional accuracy essential for gaming. The Razer Barracuda HP-1's built-in microphone is designed specifically for in-game communications--featuring a short shaft for enhanced comfort and audio pickup the microphone also features advanced noise cancellation capabilities ideal for frenzied in-game correspondence. Powered with Razer Fidelity the Razer Barracuda HP-1 may be used with all soundcards; however using it with the Razer Barracuda AC-1 gaming soundcard is strongly recommended as it delivers the best gaming audio experience in the world today. -- SPECIFICATIONs ----------------------------------PERFORMANCE - 8 Discrete Drivers: 6 for Mid-High Frequency 2 for Bass. Individual Channel Volume Control/1 Master Volume Control. Detachable Microphone 6 Channel Analog Inputs Eight Amplifiers contained within its volume control units Output power of 330mW Razer HD-DAI (High Definition-Dedicated Audio Interface) 99% Oxygen-Free CableFREQUENCY RESPONSE- 1.50 Hz to 20 000Hz IMPEDANCE - Front Speaker : 64 ohms Rear Speaker : 32 ohms Centre Speaker: 64 ohms Sub-Woofer : 8 ohmsPOWER RATING - 330m Watts Total RMSCABLE LENGTH - 2 metersCONNECTOR - Raze
      Barracuda Gaming Headphone
      Average customer rating: Not rated
        Barracuda Gaming Headphone

        Manufacturer: Razer USA
        ProductGroup: CE

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        ASIN: B000O5ULTG
        Barracuda Gaming Headphone

        Product Description

        The Razer Barracuda HP-1 Gaming Headphones uses 99% oxygen-free copper cable for gaming audio signal purity. Provides for eight discrete audio drivers for optimal positional audio without compromising the gamer s comfort when using the headset. With some of the best components selected for the ultra-sensitive speaker drivers, the Razer Barracuda HP-1 Gaming Headphones delivers pinpoint positional accuracy essential for gaming. Built-in microphone is designed specifically for in-game communications featuring a short shaft for enhanced comfort and audio pickup, the microphone also features advanced noise cancellation capabilities ideal for frenzied in-game correspondence.

        Summit IPOD 4G SILICON WILD SMOKE SWIRL SKIN CASE+FREE ARMBAND
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          Summit IPOD 4G SILICON WILD SMOKE SWIRL SKIN CASE+FREE ARMBAND

          Manufacturer: Summit
          ProductGroup: CE

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          • Perfect skin case with arm band holds & protect your iPod mini on your hike
          • The Skin case made of soft silicon protects your iPod mini from scratch and bump
          • Comes with a Free Armband

          ASIN: B000BKTETC
          Summit IPOD 4G SILICON WILD SMOKE SWIRL SKIN CASE+FREE ARMBAND

          Product Description

          100% Brand New High Quality Silicon Skin - iPod 4G Case, Black and White (Wild Smoke Swirl) Quantity: 1 Perfect skin case with arm band holds & protect your iPod mini on your hike The Skin case made of soft silicon protects your iPod mini from scratch and bump Comes with FREE swirl armband With arm band holes & carries your iPod mini on your hike or run With strap hole and easy-access connect point for convenient usage For use with: Apple Compatible with: iPod 4G Weight: ~2.0 oz (Handheld not included)

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