It’ll manage just fine in most at-home situations, but considering its predecessor was best-in-class in this regard, that’s pretty disappointing. Ultimately, the Razer BlackShark V2 Pro has completely average isolation for a gaming headset. However, the fact remains that the Razer BlackShark V2 Pro still doesn’t offer isolation as good as its predecessor. After testing a fresh headset, we’ve updated the score and chart to reflect improved results. The unit we initially tested had extraordinarily loose hinges, apparently due to a hardware defect. This creates a thinner barrier between your ears and the outside world. While the BlackShark V2 Pro is just as comfortable a headset as its predecessor, its hinges are considerably looser, which means its ear pads compress less when worn. Unfortunately for the Razer BlackShark V2 Pro, isolation comes down to more than just what the ear pads are made of-headband and hinge tension play a big role too. When the BlackShark V2 first came out, Razer touted its “advanced passive noise cancellation” tech-we said it then, and it bears repeating: that’s just isolation. While the sound profile of the Razer BlackShark V2 Pro is almost identical to the BlackShark V2, the headset’s isolation is demonstrably worse. This is definitely one of the most disappointing aspects of the headset. However, the wireframe hinges feel pretty loose-I had concerns about this in the long term with the BlackShark V2, and things seem to be starting at a considerably less stable point with the BlackShark V2 Pro. This is very comfortable headset, with memory foam ear pads wrapped in leatherette under a mesh fabric that makes getting a decent seal easy, and keeps heat buildup from being an issue even after long sessions.

The Razer logo is a subtle, glossy black which only slightly stands out from the matte headphones-the only real visual difference between the BlackShark V2 Pro and its predecessor. It features the same slightly restrained aesthetic as the Razer BlackShark V2, so while this is unmistakably a gaming headset, there aren’t colored LEDs or bulky angular design flourishes. This gaming headset is made primarily of plastic, with wireframe hinges and a thick cushioned headband. The headset is well designed, but the wireframe yokes may not stand the test of time.Īs I mentioned above, the Razer BlackShark V2 Pro is a lot like the Razer BlackShark V2-almost identical, in fact.

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