Written on August 20, 2008 – 5:21 am | by Bogdan Alex |

Razer is constantly releasing new stuff and still have time to come up with new product lineups. They have mice, mousepads, keyboards, speakers, sound cards and a few days ago they even released a cool headphone system specifically designed for gamers.

Called the Razer Maelstrom Audio Engine, the gaming-grade headphones support 7.1 surround sound and use military grade audio technology that was originally developed for fighter pilots who needed precise audio warnings for incoming missiles. At the core of the audio system is the Razer Maelstrom Audio Engine, which has the ability to process audio algorithms up to 800% faster than traditional HRTF virtual surround sound technologies.

According to the press release, "gamers looking for an in-game advantage will be able to listen to the positional cues emitted by the Razer Megalodon and hear incoming threats before the threat can actually be seen onscreen".

Razer Megalodon includes a circum-aural headset with replaceable ear-pad cushions, a cushioned headband and an adjustable boom mic. Additionally, you get a control pod which connects to the headset via a braided cable and comes in a glossy piano black finish with a rotating dial adjustment for volume, mic, bass and positional sound. The special controller also allows gamers to switch effortlessly between 2.0 stereo and 7.1 surround sound, with the possibility of selecting which speakers gamers prefer to use in the 7.1 environment.

The gaming headset is expected to be available in Q4 2008 for around $200.