THE ICONIC GAMING HEADSET HAS EVOLVED Since its inception the Razer Kraken has built a reputation as a cult classic within the gaming community. It made its mark as a staple at countless gaming events conventions and tournaments. We\'ve now improved the features of this crowd favorite to not just give its audio quality a boost but also make it more comfortable so you can game all day with the headset you love. This is the new Razer Kraken. CLEAR and; ACCURATE POSITIONAL AUDIO Equipped with 7.1 surround sound software so you can experience accurate positional audio when gaming—you\'ll be able to pick up the direction of where the action is coming from so you\'re ready to pounce into a gunfight. CLEAR and; POWERFUL SOUND Enjoy superior sound clarity and deep punchy bass for a wide soundscape. From subtle footsteps sneaking up behind you to climatic explosions that blow you away every sound detail is heard when you\'re gaming with the Razer Kraken. THICKER HEADBAND PADDING We\'ve improved the headband padding and made it even thicker so it relieves more pressure on your head for long-lasting comfort. The Bauxite aluminum frame of the Razer Kraken makes it lightweight flexible and extremely durable. PLAY COMFORTABLY FOR HOURS In order to take comfort to the next level we\'ve added cooling gel-infused ear cushions to reduce heat build-up. The soft cloth and leatherette combination provides a plush feel and sound isolation that lets you enjoy long gaming marathons. IMPROVED CARDIOID MICROPHONE The Razer Kraken\'s microphone utilizes a cardioid pickup pattern so that your voice is captured with clarity without any unnecessary background noise. It rejects noise from beside and behind the mic so your teammates will always hear you loud and clear..