Razer - BlackShark V2 HyperSpeed Wireless Gaming Headset

I have the V2 Hyperspeed for a few months now. I have the same issue with regards to the custom EQ being too quiet for a while already. Mine does that when I set my EQ and close Synapse in between restarting the headset manually or through its powersaving feature, or restarting the pc. I have set my Synapse to not start with Windows. You're right about the EQ being a few db lower. I found mine to be -2db. I set my same EQ settings but all at another +2db each, turned off my headset, quit Synapse, then turned my headset back on. It sounds almost if not similar to the same EQ settings before adding 2db each. I've already deleted Synapse for a few days already and my headset still kept the settings I set.

If you can stretch your budget, my recommendation would be the **Astro A50 X.** I'm recommending it based on two factors: comfort and mic. It's generally rated as comfortable by reviewers and it's not very heavy compared to other good headphones. It also has one of the best mics, even considering wired options. A great budget option would be the **Razer BlackShark V2 Hyperspeed**. It also has a top of the line mic for a fraction of the price. Just don't expect the same sound quality from the headphones. That's not to say it's bad though. It still has a well-tuned frequency response. You could buy the **BlackShark V2 Pro** if you want to detach the mic for outdoor use, but I can't really recommend it due to the inferior wireless performance to the newer Hyperspeed and the massive price difference just for that detaching the mic. Lastly, you could also check the **Razer Barracuda X Chroma** if you like its design better. But for a similar price to the Hyperspeed, I don't think it does audio quality better, especially in the mic aspect.

I used Razer Blackshark V2 wired and it was awesome with amazing mic, very comfortable pads, and no pressure to the head. There is also a wireless version called Blackshark V2 Hyperspeed!

I just bought a Razer black shark v2 hyper speed for 75 dollars and it’s amazing

As with anything know what you are buying. "Gaming headset" includes everything from a cheap ass 15 dollar headset Walmart would be embarrassed to stock. To the $330 Audeze Maxwell. "Gaming headsets" as a group are more likely to sport some nice to have for PC Gaming. Including integrated mics, and wireless connectivity. Though yes, they do sacrifice quality of their feature set vs dedicated units. Does that make them bad. Not in my book. I personally can not stand be wired to my desk. So, wireless allows me to keep hearing what's going on/what a buddy is saying, while taking care of real world things. Side note: have a set of razor headphones, the blackshark v2 wireless i believe. Going on some 5 years, still work just fine. They are now just a backup/travel set. Just take of your belongings. Also have had hyperx in the past, solid stuff. Gave them to a friend who has been using them for a while now.

I got the blackshark v2 hyperspeed and they’re great, audio is good with thx surround, mic is good and they’re wireless and last forever and super comfy, easy to switch to console as well

I have had the gen 1 since launch. Still fine. Even the micro usb hasn’t broken yet somehow. Just bad luck. I think they’re built fairly well, just a lot of plastic.

I'm using the Steelseries Arctis Nova Pros and they're hands down one of my absolute favourites. I have the Blackshark V2s as well and I like them but they start to crush down on the ears just like every other Razer peripheral after continuous usage. If you're looking for an in-budget one, I'd recommend the HyperX Cloud Alphas, they're one of the top rated ones and I've had the Cloud IIs in the past and it was the most comfortable pair with really good sound quality, no complaints, I used them quite heavily, the Alpha is the wireless variant of the Cloud line.

i’ve had mine since 2022 and zero issues. i don’t abuse my headset, but ive dropped it probably 5+ times per year

I have this headset as do a few friends.Bought in 2023 still not a single issue.Absolutely love mine.I bend mine a good bit to keep pressure balanced on my left ear.I bent it ALOT when I first got it...no issues. You either got a lemon or were to rough.Either way no need to be so dramatic and declare all their headsets bad.

I just contacted support for mine. Mine are just over a year old and the hinge started to dig into my head...decided to unscrew the one hinge and it just all crumbled and fell apart https://preview.redd.it/qnv8fovl0puf1.jpeg?width=3072&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=9eb9260fa64a127df9150696d81113b2e3a9bc4a

As a big audio fan that’s not always the truth. Yes you’ll get better experience on the audio side but build quality isn’t always the truth. Sennheiser for instance has had lots of issues with the batteries for their wireless products, Sony and pioneer for instance had insanely awful hinges on anything that wasn’t into the $400+ range. Hinges are some of the big issues (same with earcups) when it comes to what breaks and you have to remember getting more quality of a product doesn’t mean those elements aren’t still flawed, many high end pairs of headphones for instance aren’t meant to be constantly taken off your head or moved around with heavy. (Very high end headphones aren’t great for gaming btw, they are detailed in ways that don’t get taken advantage of and require high end amps to properly utilize and also aren’t always meant for long sessions, also you gotta realize the environment your in) This is coming from someone with numerous high end headsets, headphones, has gotten to demo and use headphones that are way beyond any logical price point even. With that said many of these companies make also gaming headsets now which are usually eq’d specially more for gaming (the way a driver is set up is very much different for use and what you’re primarily listening to) now with that said the blackshark is nice for long periods since it’s so light and doesn’t overheat you also decent mic. Sennheiser had some good with the Epos line but they got rid of them and don’t support them anymore (they sold off the line) and there was some issues with consistency in them however they were great (I owned multiple pairs in the line and love the h3 hybrid and h6pro (still have them too), however sound wise the beyerdynamic mmx300 is a lot better (it’s that beyer style of sound that’s more clinical just as a heads up and you will need to get a decent amp though you can reuse even an older turtle beach or Astro one if you want one more geared towards gaming)

"I broke mine, and therefore, it's bad"

did you interview each and every one of those people? do you know that it's not user error? do you have video of when the headset broke?? do you know what happened when it broke? can you back up each and every one of said posts with facts that it was what happened? Or did you just "read it on the internet"?? hundreds, thousands, maybe tens of thousands of people hate Brie Larson. Does this make her a bad actor, or just that it became popular to hate her?

Argumentum Ad Populum doesn't make anyone "right".. just that a lot of people bitch about it All that proves is someone found a weak spot on their headset and a lot of people treat their headphones like shit, and in the process broke them Millions of people believe a space zombie walked on water and turned it into wine, and a snake talked Does that make it real?

I own a lot of razer gear. I also own a lot of EKWB gear.. does that mean EKWB has great customer service or quality control? Fuck no, they're horrid on BOTH. Razer on the other hand has pretty good customer service. Have dealt with them a number of times, and they were great. Once when I had mentioned on here my mouse not holding it's internal memory and Synapse forgetting the side button settings and having to continually reset.. and they reached out to ME.. not the other way around. That's pretty damn good customer service. But as far as the headset.. it's two wires that go up and into a band on a headset. YES!! IT'S GOING TO BE A WEAK POINT!! And if you're an asshole and treat your gear like shit.. IT'S GOING TO BREAK!! This isn't rocket surgery.. it's common fucking sense. Have had mine for five years.. guess what? Hasn't broke. I mean, wow.. whoda thunk?? But, the infranetz told me it HAS to break at this point.. so that means it's true, amirite?? Or people could just stop being idiots

I've owned one since they came out.. not sure how "common" this is Where exactly do you get said metric from anyway?? 5 people that made a post vs whatever X number bought it?? you'll forgive me for not buying into /trustmebro comments

haa haa.. right?? but! but! I READ IT ON TEH INFRANETZ!! THAT MAKES IT TRUE!! Have had mine since 2020.. ZERO issues I mean, that's not to say that products don't have issues, and sure as hell that Razer doesn't. but STOP TREATING YOUR THINGS LIKE SHIT AND MAYBE THEY WON'T BREAK?? lololol I mean, hey, cool.. a LOT of people broke it.. can you show us how each and every one of those people TREATED their shit?? If not, then you just read some post on the internet.. yay.. happy for you! YOU CAN READ!! gold star!! haa haa

It's got a weak point You broke it Gotcha In comparison. using your own logic How many devices were sold that people DIDN'T break? So that makes it NOT a problem, right?? I mean, Argumentum Ad Populum and all

I loved my blacksharks before I upgraded to maxwells

Razer Blackshark V2. I've had them for 5 years and not a single issue.

I’ve got the V2 version of this and whilst more pricey has been a fantastic headset if you can afford the increased price

Black shark v2 from razor is on sale for about $40 right now. It's a pretty good headset for that price

Always try to go for the xbox wireless first. I couldn't get one because they were all sold out so I got a Razer Blackshark V2 and has worked perfectly.

Personally, I stopped using "gaming headsets" a while ago. Over the years, I've tried various ones (Razer BlackShark V2, HyperX Cloud (can't remember the exact model), SteelSeries Arctis 7) and concluded that they all have terrible sound quality and are uncomfortable to wear for long periods of time. Pretty much the only time I used them was when I needed the mic for voice communication. Outside of that, I've been using an AKG K7xx and Sennheiser HD6xx, both from Massdrop, with an external USB DAC and amplifier - in my case, an O2+ODAC and an SDAC - also both from Massdrop. Both of these work fine both in Linux and Windows. A year ago or so, I got a desk microphone (Elgato Wave:3) for voice communications so I wouldn't have to use the horrible gaming headsets at all anymore. Currently using the Elgato Wave:3 as well as a Fifine AM8 (in two different locations), and both work fine with Linux as well. If I was to personally recommend something, it would be to get a decent headphone, such as Sennheiser HD6xx (or HD650, which is almost the same but probably easier to get if Massdrop isn't currently selling HD6xx) and DAC+amplifier, and a desk microphone for voice communication if needed. It'll be a bit more expensive than a gaming headset, and not wireless, but the difference in comfort and audio quality is massive.

I have these and 100% agree. Great sound quality for the price.

Best headphones ever. Super light , can wear them for hours on a long haul and not feel uncomfortable.

Use Razer Blackshark v2

I like razor black shark v2 under 100$ great sound quality

Razer Blackshark V2, they're about $50 and really good. I've had my set for about a year and a half now and just bought my brother a set for Christmas.

Like other ppl said u don't need a very expensive headset mines a razer black shark v2 and once you activate the surround sound license it's so good. If you're trying to buy better peripherals as well I'd avoid Bluetooth for them because the input delay is worse there

The best one I got under 5k is most definitely razer blackshark v2

I’ve been using the Razer Blackshark V2 for years now and I can’t wear anything else

The Razer BlackShark V2 is horrendous mic quality, no one can hear me in games or on discord. Updated drivers, altering settings, nothing made that microphone pickup voice.

I really like the Razer Blackshark V2, on sale on Amazon for @ $90 right now. Great sound and lightweight

There are some, like the Black shark V2, Audeze Maxwell, I've got a pair of Artis Nova 5x, can't complain they are very good for the price. My recommendation would be Sennheiser HD560s or one of the newer variants. The HD38X which has a boom mic. I personally use the K712, which I love as a gaming headphones, I even have a 3rd party cable with inline mic so it becomes a headset. I use this on an Astro mixamp connected to my Xbox, works great

EPOS Sennheiser GAME ONE --- NON-noise cancelling, you can literally hear everything in-game and when your parents are calling you for dinner. $120. absolutely AMAZING sound quality. Razer Blackshark V2 --- noise canceling so good, you won't be able to hear your parents arguing in the background. $70. also has absolutely amazing sound quality.

I would go with the black shark v2

Love my V2s, good sound quality, build quality seems fine

I have had a fully functioning razer blackshark headset since 2020 and it's fine. I think there are lemons out there as well as folks who don't take proper care of their gear.

just bought the blackshark and its super amazing!.I am all hearing now and not to mention its super comfy.Its also a beast with thx spatial audio software.

Blackshark has a great mic. My current steelseries mic is pretty good too. I was once on the headphones plus seperate mic train, however I said fuck it and realized as of late the "gamer" headsets have about everything I need in them, albeit audiophile quality which most people don't care much about anyway.

All I said was it has a great mic. I mentioned in another reply that the headband hinge disintegrated on me. My viper has lasted me 4 years with frequent travel and is still going strong. Get off your high horse.

I had a blackshark and loved it until the hinges disintegrated on me. I currently have the steelseries and it's... Okay? Noise canceling is useless on it. Software is ass. Other than that it's pretty good. The hot swappable batteries is neat. If I could go back I'd probably get the Audeze Maxwell. However they're heavy and a little unwieldy (I tried my friends on).

Omg, i got the headset a few days ago and I have been so dissapointed with the sound, like you mentioning the bass is absolutely to strong and the sound quality is garbage, cant wait to try this tutorial out, thanks! I was just about to go and return it and go back to a Razer blackshark which I had prior to getting this!

I had Razer headsets like Krakens ,few different Blackshark and never ever had this problem. The only problem I have with Razer is their garbage Synapse.

It's worth it for what it is but my issue im having with it is that the mic after a while has trouble picking up your voice. It's funny cause I had the blackshark razor headset too and I got rid of that too cause of the same issue of after a while it starts to not pick up your voice.

I've been using them for a 1 year now, if you want a headset exclusively for your desktop there is no better option in the market considering comfort, build quality and battery life. I've also tried for a month or so the logitech g pro and the razer blackshark. Sadly mine died out of nowhere yesterday, got in touch with warranty and they are solving everything really fast.

Search through r/razer and do your own analysis, but the most common failure patterns and causes are as follows: 1. Thin ABS or PC plastic at stress points, specifically at the fork/slider that connects ear-cups to headband. 2. No metal reinforcement on entry-level lines: (Kraken X, Kaira, Barracuda Pro), leading to plastic fatigue after minimal usage. 3. Warranty issues: Razer sometimes approves RMAs when cracks appear inside the 1 or 2 year window, but posts frequently report warranty claim denials, citing physical damage. 4. Razer's design consistency: Similar break locations are reported across multiple generations, implying the underlying manufacturing defects have not fundamentally changed over the years. So, should you buy a Razer headset? If you want a headset that will survive daily travel or years of heavy use, look elsewhere. A review of r/razer posts shows repeated structural failures across most plastic-frame Razer lines within the first year. If you want to ignore post history and reported failures, consider the BlackShark model family. The BlackShark uses a spring-steel headband and has the fewest cracking complaints, though you should be extra careful with the plastic hinges and keep proof of purchase for RMA.

If you can find it on sale the Steelseries Arctis Nova 7X is a great one, great build-quality, light, good sound and microphone if you tweak the EQ a bit, insanely long battery life and the simultaneous Bluetooth connection is amazing when you are on your PC and there's an incoming phone call or you want to use a console alongside it. From the ones you mentioned I know the Razer Blackshark has one of the best microphones ever on a gaming headset but can also be prone to breaking.