Razer is known for creating gaming hardware.
Known for their versatility with creating gaming keyboards, mouse and so much more, the company has now created the world’s first interactive microphone.
Razer has three types of mic’s, the Seiren Elite, the Seiren Emote and the Seiren X.
I’m reviewing the Razer Seiren Emote which displays over a 100 emoticons on the microphone through an 8-bit LED display which you can create custom designs via software.
When used with the Streamer Companion software, the microphone can react and synchronize with audience emoticons, alerts and shoutouts.
So, for those on Twitch, Discord or those who vlog can have a microphone that does so much more!
The mic also has background noise reduction (it utilizes a hypercardiod pickup condenser mic) and built in shock mount which dampens vibration. And it has a flexible height and angle adjustment gooseneck for dynamic mic positioning.
For the most part, the Streamer Companion App is easy to setup with emotes. But for the hardcore creative types, creating an emote may be to one’s liking.
But is the mic worth it? If it serves your needs and you want that emote or a solid mic, then definitely. I’ve used it over my headphone mic when I stream my online gaming sessions. I have my own mic which I have used for podcasts but I wanted to see how I felt about the emote and for my needs, I don’t think I would use the effects all that much, but I know others can and will love those features.
It’s a solid mic, but a little pricey at over $175 but you are paying for Razer quality!
Overall, the Razer Seiren Emote is a solid interactive microphone but definitely worth it if you interact with your viewers and helps to have the emote LED’s to add a little zing to your presentation.
