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Description
Dive into your music with the Razer Kraken Pro, where comfort meets clarity. Designed for musicians who crave both precision and style, these headphones blend superior sound quality with a comfortable fit, making long sessions a breeze. The custom-tuned 40mm neodymium magnet drivers deliver a rich, immersive audio experience, ensuring every note is heard with crystal clarity. Whether you're mixing tracks in the studio or on stage, the Kraken Pro's closed ear cup design provides excellent sound isolation, allowing you to focus on what truly matters—your music.
With an adjustable headband and plush ear cushions, these headphones promise a snug fit that won't weigh you down, even during extended use. The Kraken Pro also features a fully retractable microphone, ensuring clear communication when collaborating with your bandmates or engaging with the musician community online. Its durable build is designed to withstand the rigors of travel, making it a reliable companion for gigs and tours.
Key Features:
- Custom-tuned 40mm neodymium magnet drivers for high-quality sound
- Closed ear cup design for superior sound isolation
- Adjustable headband and plush ear cushions for comfort
- Fully retractable microphone for clear communication
- Durable construction suitable for travel and on-the-go use
- Compatible with various devices through a 3.5mm audio jack
Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just starting your musical journey, the Razer Kraken Pro is engineered to enhance your creative process.
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Reviews
Owner Insights
We analyzed real musician discussions from forums and Reddit to find what players love, question, and tweak about Razer Kraken Pro.
Build quality
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There are reports of the left side of the headset popping during explosions or bass-heavy sounds, possibly due to excessive bass EQ settings.
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A user reports cracking on their Kraken V4 Pro after only two months, raising concerns about durability.
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The headband is mistakenly thought to be aluminum but is actually plastic reinforced with sheet metal, a known weak point that can potentially crack under strain.
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Value and pricing
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The headset's sound quality is perceived as less clear than the Audeze Maxwell, but offers better gaming immersion due to haptics, despite its high price.
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Some users feel that the headset is overpriced by approximately $150, given its audio performance compared to cheaper alternatives.
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Features and functionality
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Holding down the big knob on the hub reveals a menu with additional settings, a feature not documented in the manual or website.
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The OLED control hub supports dual connectivity, allowing for simultaneous Bluetooth and dock connections, but only one Bluetooth source at a time.
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The headset connects wirelessly to a hub that can use USB or USB-C ports on a PS5, offering dual audio input for easy switching between PC and console.
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Some users experience a popping or crackling noise during bass-heavy moments, attributed to potential structural vibrations rather than speaker issues.
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The Razer Kraken V4 Pro supports 24-bit wireless on PC, a capability not widely advertised by Razer.
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User experience
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When charging via USB, the headset disconnects everything and functions as a USB headset, causing issues for those using complex audio setups like Voicemeeter.
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The headset vibrates like a tuning fork when lightly tapped, due to wired coils above the earmuffs, creating a distinct feedback sensation.
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The control hub's screen quality is criticized as subpar, and some find it unnecessary, considering it a bulky addition without significant functionality.
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Users note that the pleather ear pads can heat up quickly, suggesting cloth ear pads from other Kraken V4 models as a more comfortable alternative.
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Use cases and applications
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Comparisons
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A user compared the Kraken V4 Pro to the Sennheiser HD 650, noting the Kraken is louder but suggesting HD 650 might require a more powerful DAC for optimal volume.
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Compared to the Beyerdynamic MMX 300 Pro, the Kraken V4 Pro delivers better sound out of the box without extensive EQ adjustments.
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Critic Reviews
4.5 out of 5
Based on 7 Reviews and 15 Ratings
Razer Kraken is a good headset!
It is a really god headset for long music production sessions! The mic issn`t that good but it ok. Its good sound and bass for music producing! I know that it is a gaming headset but it can also be used for music production and DJing.
Great Headphones
Although not the best for Music Production, the comfort-ability and life span of these headphones are amazing.
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