Tech Tuesday: Razer Chroma

Over time, I have used Turtle Beach, Corsair, and other gaming-specific brands, until I found Razer....then, I fell in love.

Currently, I have the Naga mouse, and my friend has the mouse and headset.  While at CES (a HUGE shout-out to Ryan who helped us out, and Hilmar for all the information), we were introduced to the Chroma line.  The BlackWidow Chroma and BlackWidow Chroma Stealth (Stealth available on their site, only) are two of the most beautiful keyboards I've seen.  They are very durable, and the vibrant backlight options allow you to pick from over 16 million customizable color options!  There are 5 additional macro keys and, of course, a gaming mode option.  It is so easy to fit the keyboard to your needs.

Image courtesy of razerzone.com

Image courtesy of razerzone.com

Image courtesy of razerzone.com

The Naga Epic Chroma mouse works just as well as the Naga, but it's not as aesthetically pleasing.  It also doesn't have a wireless option nor a magnetic dock.  There is also the Death Adder Chroma, but it doesn't have the 12-key.  I would compare the Kraken Chroma headset (7.1 surround sound) to the Bose noise-cancelling headphones.  I have used both, and must say that I was pleasantly surprised by how well the Chroma blocks external noise.  Whether you are watching a concert or playing your favorite game, the headset immerses you in the experience; it feels like you're (literally) there!  Like the rest of the Chroma line, you can choose from over 16 million customizable color options regarding the backlight.  Another plus is how comfortable it is to wear.  I noticed with others that the top of my head would get sore after a little more than an hour of gaming.  There is no discomfort at all with the Kraken Chroma, and I sometimes forget to take a break; the time just flies by!  The ear cups fold in for easy portability, and the mic is a high-quality.  It also can be pushed in when you're not using it, which means no bulky mic.  

Since CES, we have both purchased the complete Chroma set (I'm waiting just for my keyboard to arrive!).  Everything works seamlessly together, and I love the fact that the colors on the keyboard, mouse, and headset change simultaneously.  Does the backlight affect how the products work?  No.    But it does make gaming experiences that much more enjoyable.  I also love that the keyboard can be set so that specific keys are lit during gameplay, and the rest are not.  It's all about quality, and Razer makes some of the best gaming products out there.  Right now, they have some great promotions.  You can even purchase a tee, and 100% of the profits will go to the Save the Children Organization.  The Razer team is incredible, too, and their customer service is top-notch.