GDN: TekNMotion Assaults Gamer Ears with New Headsets

My Cyber Snipa SOnar 5.1 Headset is so powerful that I believe I can feel by brain vibrating when I turn it up. For another company to come along and try to take the top position away from them will be a feat I look forward to. The thing about the Sonar is that it’s only PC, I would love to have just one headset for everything and it looks like the X-Wave could be the new champion.

TekNmotion, manufacturer of advanced gaming gear, today announced two new gaming headsets for PC and video gaming enthusiasts.

The PulseWave 2 PC Gaming Headset

The PulseWave 2 continues the popular legacy of its predecessor the PulseWave, and sports many improvements including upgraded audio quality, a more attractive and comfortable design, a re-designed microphone, and improved durability, all at an affordable price PC gamers will appreciate.

The PulseWave 2 supports both 7.1 channel virtual surround sound using a USB 2.0 connector and 2.1 channel stereo using a standard 3.5mm audio plug. Now PC gamers can customize their audio experience by choosing which type of connection works best with the flick of a switch. Regardless of your sound card or PC, PulseWave 2 delivers both superior audio performance and compatibility.

The PulseWave 2 has a detachable noise-canceling microphone and also sports immersive Sonic Force Feedback vibration, allowing you to not only hear the sound, but feel it too! The PulseWave 2 also delivers a pulsating and dazzling light show tied to the game action or music, maximizing your audio experience. Both the vibration and lighting effects can be adjusted using the Dynamic Master Control unit.

PulseWave 2 features include:

USB 2.0 connector for 7.1 virtual surround sound
3.5mm stereo audio jack connector
Speaker diameter of 50mm
Dynamic Master Control w/ shirt clip
Sonic Force Feedback vibration effects
Blue, green and red pulsating Lights
9.5 feet (2.8m) connector cables
Detachable noise-canceling microphone
Padded leather headband and ear cups
Adjustable fit
External battery pack w/ Velcro strip
C-Media 108 USB 7.1 audio drivers

Compatibility:

Windows XP, Vista and Win 7
Works with iPod, other MP3 Players

The X-Wave Console/PC Gaming Headset

The X-Wave Gaming Headset introduces the next full-feature gaming audio experience for both console and PC gamers. X-Wave features four speakers per earpiece and volume controls built into the cable. Through the included Sound Control Unit, X-Wave can connect to the game console’s optical output, (PS2, PS3, Xbox or Xbox 360), a PC, DVD player or other HiFi device, and immediately deliver high-quality sound to listeners. The Sound Control Unit outputs DolbyDigital and DolbyProLogic signals, and supports a second X-Wave headset.

With the newly developed microphone, the chat functions of the PS3 and the Xbox 360 are also supported. The ergonomic construction of the headset includes soft over-ear design and a comfortable plush headband that provides hours of non-stop enjoyment.

X-Wave Gaming Headset features include:

5.1 channel headset
8 speakers (4 in each earpiece)
Digital, in-line volume control
High-end amplifier
Independent, illuminated volume adjustment for each channel and master volume
Detachable microphone with Quick-On connection
Supports Dolby Digital 2.0, Dolby Digital 5.1 and Dolby Pro Logic
Supports the chat function of PS3, Xbox and Xbox 360
Dynamic Range Control

Compatibility:

PC / MAC / other sources: Analog input via cable adapter
PC / MAC: Optical input with USB or analog microphone input
Xbox / Xbox 360: Optical input with 2.5mm microphone connection
PS2 / PS3: Optical input with USB microphone connection
DVD / other sources: Optical input

The PulseWave 2 PC Gaming Headset retails for $59.99 and a military-style camouflage model is available for $69.99. The X-Wave Console/ PC Gaming Headset retails for $149.99. Both models will be available for purchase at Amazon.com, NewEgg.com, Fry’s Electronics, GoGamer.com and other fine retailers. Authorized distributors include: FillPoint, Petra and Compuexpert. For more information on either the PulseWave 2 or X-Wave Gaming Headsets please visit www.teknmotion.com.

GDN will most definitely look into these further because one headset to rule them all would surely be a feat indeed.