Windows 10: Audio/Device driver issue with Razer Kraken 7.1 V2

Hi,I'm having constant blue screen error and general errors in event viewer roughly 9/10 per hour. It all started suddendly after a grafic driver update a couple of weeks ago and since then the audio driver is always labelled "generic" although I have installed new specific drivers. Even after reinstalling all drivers both audio, video and device drivers and repairing Windows 10 with a new ISO, I keep getting bluescreens and Kernel-power critical errors in event viewer, probably caused by this non-critical error that happens at least 7 times per hour.MDM ConfigurationManager: Com

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Razer Kraken mic not working

Hello.

My mic is not working. The built in mic (Asus notebook) is working fine, but when I plug in the headset mic (Razer Kraken Pro), it's picking up just a little noise, even when it's turned all the way up. I have installed Razer Surround, the playback is working
(through speakers also through the headset).

I have the latest Realtek Audio driver (6.0.1.7571) and also Windows 10 up-to-date. I found out, that when I roll back the Realtek device in Device Manager, the mic on the Razer Kraken is working. But since the Windows 10 updates automatically, Realtek drivers
get updated and the mic is not working again.

Is there any solution for this issue? I tried to find help on the forums, but for most of the time rolling back the device was the solution, but here the Windows's automatic update system is a problem.

Best regards,

David

 

Razer Goes Metal With Kraken Forged Edition Headphones

Razer, the world leader in high-performance gaming hardware, software and systems, today announced the launch of its new top-of-the-line headphones: the Razer Kraken Forged Edition.

Crafted with ear cups that are machined out of aircraft-grade aluminum and finished with a matte texture, the Razer Kraken Forged Edition is carefully hand-assembled, ensuring the build quality matches the premium looks and guts.











Razer's renowned audio engineers spent countless hours fine-tuning the Kraken Forged Edition's 40 mm bass-heavy drivers to perfection. As a result, the neodymium pair work in unison with the headphone's acoustic chambers and isolated closed ear cup design to deliver booming bass, clear mids and crisp highs for sound that's optimized for music and pitch-perfect for gaming.

With plush leatherette ear cushions lining the ear cups, a fully adjustable headband and a lightweight, foldable design, the Razer Kraken Forged Edition headphones are designed for extended use.

The Razer Kraken Forged Edition also includes a swappable cable with an in-line microphone, giving users the versatility to easily convert it into a headset for gaming or telephony.

"These are the best headphones on the market for both music and gaming, period," says Min-Liang Tan, Razer co-founder, CEO and creative director. "We've made some incredible audio products in our time, and I'm proud to say that we have taken another huge step forward in terms of audio quality in a pair of headphones with phenomenal fit and finish."

For more information about the Razer Kraken Forged Edition, check out www.razerzone.com/Kraken-Forged.

Price: U.S. $299.99 / EU €299.99

Availability:
Razerzone.com - Order Now
Worldwide - December 2013

Technical Specifications:

HEADPHONES

• Drivers: 40 mm Neodymium Magnets
• Frequency Response: 20 - 20,000 Hz
• Impedance: 32 Ω at 1 kHz
• Sensitivity @ 1 kHz: 100 dB ± 3 dB
• Input Power: 30 mW
• Approximate Weight: 390 g

MICROPHONE

• Frequency Response: 50 - 10,000 Hz
• Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 60 dB
• Sensitivity (@ 1 kHz, 1 V / Pa): -38 dB ± 3 dB
• Pick-up Pattern: Omni-directional

GENERAL FEATURES

• Machined, aircraft-grade aluminum
• Custom-tuned 40 mm neodymium magnet drivers
• Hand-assembled
• Comfortable, versatile form factor
• Closed ear cup design for optimal sound isolation
• Foldable ear cup design
• Hard carrying case for portability
• ¼-in. audio connector included
• Swappable cable system with included in-line microphone cable

SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS

• Audio Usage: Devices with 3.5 mm or ¼-in. audio jack
• Audio + Microphone Usage: Devices with 3.5 mm audio + mic combined jack
  (Compatible with Apple iPhone, HTC, BlackBerry. The Razer Kraken Forged works well with smart phones and laptops that come default with a 4 pin TRRS audio + mic combined jack. Razer cannot guarantee performance for use with third party splitter cables.)

For more information about the Razer Kraken Forged Edition, please visit www.razerzone.com/Kraken-Forged.

 

Razer Announces the Tiamat 7.1 V2 Flagship Surround-Sound Headset

Razer, the leading global lifestyle brand for gamers, today announced two new headsets: Razer Tiamat 7.1 V2 and Razer Tiamat 2.2 V2. The Razer Tiamat 7.1 V2 is an analog, true 7.1 surround sound PC gaming headset featuring 10 discrete drivers, five per ear cup, creating an immersive soundstage, essential for pinpoint positional audio and deep gaming immersion. Each ear cup contains a 40 mm subwoofer, 30 mm front (L/R) and center drivers and 20 mm rear and side surround drivers, working together to create highly accurate directional audio.

Included with the Razer Tiamat 7.1 V2 is a completely new Audio Control Unit, which allows gamers to set the volume of each audio channel as well as toggle between true 7.1 surround sound and 2.0 stereo audio. The Audio Control Unit also has a pass-through feature, allowing gamers with external desktop speaker setups to switch between their Razer Tiamat 7.1 V2 and their speakers at the press of a button.





For in-game communication, the Razer Tiamat 7.1 V2 is equipped with a unidirectional digital boom microphone which rotates alongside the ear cup when not in use and delivers crisp, natural voice in the heat of battle.

"Today's games use positional audio extensively, so being able to hear which direction footsteps or shots are coming from is crucial to winning," says Min-Liang Tan, Razer co-founder and CEO. "With five drivers per ear-cup, the Razer Tiamat 7.1 V2 gives gamers pinpoint audio accuracy whether they're playing intense FPS matches or just want to lose themselves in massive soundscapes to bring their games to life."

The Razer Tiamat 7.1 V2 joins the ever-growing family of Powered by Razer Chroma devices, with 16.8 million color options and effects available on the ear cups and Audio Control Unit. Owners of other Razer Chroma enabled devices can sync their Razer Tiamat 7.1 V2 with their existing setup or customize each product individually through Razer Synapse.

Razer Tiamat 2.2 V2
The Razer Tiamat 2.2 V2, exclusively featuring two additional 50 mm subwoofer drivers per ear cup, gives gamers maximum bass impact with crisp, clear audio.

Equipped with an adjustable digital boom microphone for natural sound reproduction, and utilizing an in-line remote with extension/splitter cable for compatibility with multiple devices, the Razer Tiamat 2.2 V2 is a versatile cross-platform gaming headset for gamers on PC, Mac, console and mobile.

The Razer Tiamat 7.1 V2 and Razer Tiamat 2.2. V2 are available via Razerstore and major retailers worldwide.

PRICE AND AVAILABILITY:

• Tiamat 7.1 V2: US$199.99/ €239.99
• Tiamat 2.2 V2: US$129.99/ €139.99

Technical Specifications
Headphones:
Subwoofer:

• 40 mm Titanium coated diaphragm with Neodymium magnets
• Frequency response: 20 Hz - 20 kHz
• Impedance: 16 Ω
• Sensitivity @ 1 kHz: 118 dB ± 3dB

Front (L/R):

• 30 mm with Neodymium magnet
• Frequency response: 20 Hz - 20,000 Hz
• Impedance: 32 Ω
• Sensitivity @ 1 kHz: 115 dB ± 3 dB

Center:

• 30 mm with Neodymium magnet
• Frequency response: 20 Hz - 20,000 Hz
• Impedance: 32 Ω
• Sensitivity @ 1 kHz: 115 dB ± 3 dB

Rear Surround:

• 20 mm with Neodymium magnet
• Frequency response: 20 Hz - 20,000 Hz
• Impedance: 32 Ω
• Sensitivity @ 1 kHz: 118 dB ± 3 dB

Side Surround:

• 20 mm with Neodymium magnet
• Frequency response: 20 Hz - 20,000 Hz
• Impedance: 32 Ω
• Sensitivity @ 1 kHz: 118 dB ± 3 dB

Microphone:

• Frequency response: 100 Hz - 10 kHz
• Sensitivity @1 kHz: -38 dB ± 3 dB
• Signal-to-noise ratio: 58 dB
• Pick-up pattern: Unidirectional ECM microphone

Audio Control Unit:

• Master volume, front speakers, center speakers, subwoofers, side speakers, rear speakers, microphone volume, microphone mute, audio mute, 7.1 surround sound / 2.0 stereo mode toggle and speaker / headset toggle
• Cable: 3 m / 9.8 ft., braided fiber cable
• USB connector for power
• PC connector: 3.5 mm microphone jack, 4 x 3.5 mm audio jacks
• External speaker connector: 4 x 3.5 mm audio ports