ROCCAT Kave Gaming Headset Review

At ThinkComputers, we’ve had a chance to look at several different devices from Roccat. From mice to keyboards, their products are well designed and perform just as well. So today we will be looking at the Roccat Kave 5.1 Surround Sound Gaming Headset. So read on to see if this headset lives up to those qualities; and more importantly, if it’s worth your hard earned money.

Special thanks to ROCCAT for providing us with the Kave Gaming Headset to review.

Specifications
Headset
Frequency response: 20~20,000Hz
Max. SPL at 1KHz: 114±3dB
Max. input power: 100mW (30mW)
Drive diameter front: 40mm
Drive diameter rear: 40mm

Vibration Driver Units
Frequency response: 20~100Hz ()
Max. input power: 1000mW
Drive diameter: 30mm

Microphone
Frequency response: 20~18,000Hz
Sensitivity at 1KHz: -36dB
Directivity: Omni-directional
Diameter: 4×1.5mm

System
Connection: 4 X 3.5mm jack plug
Impedance: 32 Ohm
Cable length: 3,4m total (2,0m Remote > PC)
Between ear cups and remote: 140cm
Between remote and splitter: 180cm
Between splitter and PC: 20cm

Packaging
The Kave comes packaged in a large, mainly open front retail box. The headset is clearly displayed through the front plastic window, while the rest of the packaging lists the numerous features and technical specifications.

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Inside the box are the headset along with a quick installation guide, a getting started CD, and a Roccat document booklet.

ROCCAT Kave Gaming Headset Review

To give you a better idea of how the Kave comes and for a brief overview of the unit check out our unboxing video below.

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