Razer has released the first true 7.1 surround sound headset that includes ten discrete drivers in the two ear cups for a true surround sound experience. The Razer Tiamat 7.1 is a true surround sound headset with five discrete drivers in each ear piece and connects to your computer using the five...

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Excellent bass response; Comfortable

Expensive; Surround sound still doesn't image quite as well as a surround sound speaker system

In the end, I think that the Tiamat 7.1 edge goes beyond its audio quality: it's the industrial design – the whole package. The sad reality is that most people don't really discern the differences in terms of sound "quality" (between "very good" and "great"), and those who can hear the difference...

Sporting some of the best bass we've heard in a gaming headset, incredible audio quality, and 7.1-channel surround, Razer's Tiamat 7.1 is a great audio addition to your PC gaming setup.

Extremely comfortable; Great inline controls

Expensive; Bulky

Razer are a well established gaming peripherals brand that is incredibly popular across the globe. With product ranges including gaming mice, keyboards, speakers, headsets and even gaming laptops, Razer cover all the bases with high performing and top quality peripherals.

I must admit that I was really looking forward to testing out the Razer Tiamat 7.1 headset because as far as features go, the Tiamat has the lot. TRUE 7.1 Surround Sound with 5 drivers per ear-cup, Noise-filtering microphone and a control box that puts all others to shame.

Razer Tiamat 7.1 gives a full blown experience to hardcore gamers who want to fully utilise their expensive 7.1 sound card to the max. The design of the headset is sleek, sturdy, and also comfortable for hours of gaming.

When I think of the name Tiamat, I think of the dragon from the Dungeons and Dragons TV show. The beastly and deadly dragon was a sight to behold and was awe inspiring when I was a child.

As more and more PCs move from the dusty corners of your house into the living room, their multimedia capabilities combining with our high-definition outputs to become the centrepiece of our entertainment.

The Razer Tiamat 7.1 headset is available for an average of £140 or 180 euros. The build quality and surround sound are very good, but if you also plan on listening to stereo then this headset isn't the best choice. The slight hum also doesn't help the final verdict.