Razer Leviathan V2 Review - Razer, DO BETTER

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  • The Razer Leviathan V2 wants to be one of the best gaming sound bars in 2022 and it better be with a price of $250. But against the Sound Blaster Katana V2 and other competitors, it falls short in a few very important areas.
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    0:00: Razer Leviathan Intro & Pricing
    1:07: Design and Build Quality
    1:58 - Control Buttons
    2:35 - The Input FAIL
    3:55 - Mike’s RANT!
    5:24 - Bluetooth 5.2 isn't Good Enough
    5:55 - Sponsor Spot
    6:57 - CHROMA LIGHTING!!!
    7:22 - Synapse Walkthrough
    7:47 - Smartphone Control
    8:43 - Sound Quality
    10:03 - All the Driver Issues!!!
    11:55 - Is the Leviathan V2 Worth It?
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  • @HardwareCanucks
    @HardwareCanucks  2 ปีที่แล้ว +116

    Small correction: The Leviathan V2 also comes with a USB-C to USB-A cable. So one of the points in my rant is sorta invalid ;) - Mike

    • @Tirth-Patel
      @Tirth-Patel 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      🥸

    • @lichkain
      @lichkain 2 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      Did you mean... "Levathian"

    • @dracoxruiz2563
      @dracoxruiz2563 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      I like the video and your thoughts, but for the few people that only will use that soundbar with a pc, i thinks, this is more of a personal opinion video than a review, you have talk almost nothing about sound quality or how to 2 effect is, or if it is compatible with dolby atmos or whathever, I think it lacks content. But i like it, is something I didnt think about it, still you dont make clear if it is good or better than the panasonic soundslayer or the katana, I would love a comparison on copact soundbars, thanks

    • @Glenn056
      @Glenn056 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      @@lichkain like how hard is it really to pronounce "Leviathan" as a native English speaker lol it was infuriating

    • @filipbunalti
      @filipbunalti 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@dracoxruiz2563 you are 100% right, I just wrote a top-level comment with the same observation. Very important omission to not even talk about tuning, soundstage, spatial audio, and how it actually performs against the competition.

  • @Ender275
    @Ender275 2 ปีที่แล้ว +119

    The io is very disappointing. I don’t know why they didn’t include a remote or an hmdi port for arc.

    • @Tirth-Patel
      @Tirth-Patel 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      yes matt yes

    • @BojidarDanchev
      @BojidarDanchev 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      It's focused on PC and simplicity. It's not "bad" and I'm quite happy with the simplicity trend because a lot of devices try to be for everyone and end up doing too much too poorly. It might not be the correct device for you but it's perfect for me and I'm pretty sure there are options out there that are quite the opposite.

    • @Ender275
      @Ender275 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@BojidarDanchev I know a few people who use C1 or C2 OLEDs as their monitor for their PC a remote and arc or EARC port on the leviathan would’ve been great. There are better sound bars for desktop users that seem to be better and don’t have the chroma lighting.

    • @ggamer7830
      @ggamer7830 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@Ender275 I use a C2 and I’m having issues with my 5.1 Logitech surround working correctly on the pc. What speakers do you use with your C?

  • @ricktherko2627
    @ricktherko2627 10 หลายเดือนก่อน +22

    Despite all the videos doubting this speaker, I decided to buy one and try it out on my own. Let me just say this: this thing is worth the price. I had tried thousands-dollars speakers, Leviathan v2 blows my mind at this price point. If you want a speaker that’s compact and can immerse you into your games, this is the one. It completely beats G560, which I had to return because of the static issues.

    • @fennesto
      @fennesto 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      It doesn't have 3.5mm jack?

    • @Steramell
      @Steramell หลายเดือนก่อน

      is it good with music?

    • @ricktherko2627
      @ricktherko2627 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@Steramell it is decent, especially those edm with heavy bass sound

  • @chrisdalton8467
    @chrisdalton8467 2 ปีที่แล้ว +230

    The whole "gaming" branded peripherals are way too expensive for the quality you get. Glad i started moving away from it.

    • @tacoman232323
      @tacoman232323 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      The Sound Blaster X Katana (and the V2, afaik) are both great quality for the price, especially if you catch them on sale. My Katana makes me miss it whenever I'm away from my desk, it just is quite good.

    • @jesus2621
      @jesus2621 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@tacoman232323 what does katana means

    • @_TrueDesire_
      @_TrueDesire_ 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@jesus2621 it's a soundbar

    • @echohotelsix
      @echohotelsix 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      @@jesus2621 bruh

    • @Paladin_Zero
      @Paladin_Zero 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Yea I agree. I got a Klipsch TX 2.1 audio system for $89 at Costco and it is fantastic. Far better than any "gaming" sound bar ever could be

  • @iNDEPENDENTi
    @iNDEPENDENTi 6 หลายเดือนก่อน +13

    I watched this and realised everything that was called out as a downside didn't really matter to me. It sits right in front of me, plugged into my PC. Razer Synapse works flawlessly for me, I had an old pair of speakers before this and moved to this. It's incredible, I absolutely love it. Don't care about a remote, maybe it matters to you, I think it's preference. I'm glad I still bought it so if you're in the same situation as me, go for it it doesn't disappoint.

    • @user-vk1zz1cj5x
      @user-vk1zz1cj5x 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      Hello mate! Is your Leviathan still gives you joy? I don't care for remote or lack of connectivety. As of my main sound source for PC is Stealseries Arctis Pro Wireless headset. But my wife want to use speakers while playing. Bought her some simple 2.1 set few years ago for her needs but as of now i'm making some full scale repairs on our new appartment (for a freaking 14 months! But the finishing line are in sight, hope i'll get there till the end of may) and after we move there she wants to hook up those speakers to my beautiful monster of a PC. Can't allow that! Yeah i know, it's just an esthetic issue, but still, i want to keep it clean and worthy so i could use t myself from time to time without diying inside.
      So i was looking at this Leviathan V2 speakers and they are pretty good looking and as i understand, gives you a good sound quality. So there's the question is there a point in throwing +50% cash for Katana V2 or this speakers would suffice?
      Sorry for such big comment, guess deep down i'm a bit lonely xD

    • @CheapSushi
      @CheapSushi 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

      I think it's one of those things where it's easier to be negative or nitpick because of price. If it was say $150 instead of $250 on average, they would talk about it differently. But I feel the same as you. I just want something like this for desktop.

    • @iNDEPENDENTi
      @iNDEPENDENTi 2 หลายเดือนก่อน

      @@user-vk1zz1cj5x You get the bar and sub with this, I don't think I'd notice a better sound than these right now especially with this being the small side room of my house it's perfect and I use it for just my PC for music, some games if I don't want my headset etc. I've had no issues at all since I got it and it's been 3 months now, I use it most days of the week.

    • @LukasQueen
      @LukasQueen 23 วันที่ผ่านมา

      I was just thinking this! I just bought my girlfriend the Leviathan V2 X and I think it's pretty great, so I wanted to buy the one with a subwoofer for myself so I checked out this review. I'm not some speaker snob who wants all this extra stuff that I'll never use, I just want to game with something that isn't my monitor speakers. I was amazed by the seemless bluetooth to pc audio at the push of a button alone.

    • @NINJA_INVESTORS
      @NINJA_INVESTORS 5 วันที่ผ่านมา

      That's usually the case with this guy

  • @albertchung30
    @albertchung30 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Was considering the Leviathan V2, but decided to try out the Sonos Beam Gen 2 since I can connect via HDMI ARC to my C1. It is more expensive (I did get a workplace discount though), but the quality and functionality are worth it for me, especially since I also use the C1 as a TV sometimes. Thanks for the review as I don't need to spend time purchasing and trying for myself. I'll stick to the Beam.

  • @KonnKonnGaming
    @KonnKonnGaming 2 ปีที่แล้ว +14

    That's kind of a shame. The original Leviathan interested me when I was looking for computer speakers but I never found one at a reasonable price. This new one being USB only is a let down because while I have no shortage of USB ports on my computer, I also have a dedicated sound card that I like to route everything through both for quality and greater control of my sound.
    Of course I've always had mixed results with Razer's audio equipment in general so I guess this doesn't surprise me TOO much.

  • @krunchy3761
    @krunchy3761 2 ปีที่แล้ว +38

    I use a much less expensive 27" Vizio soundbar /wireless subwoofer and I use bluetooth to connect to my work laptop and spdf to connect to my PC for easy switching. I think I paid 120USD. And it came with a remote.

    • @GreenBlueWalkthrough
      @GreenBlueWalkthrough 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I have a Bose sound bar I got for $80 and it comes with everyhing that the raver lacks and the only thing the razer has is RGB.

  • @kiwiasian
    @kiwiasian 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Good points about the I/O. I was able to re-purpose the original Leviathan to my parents TV after upgrading to another sound bar. Decisions to cut inputs like this really affects long term usefulness.

  • @harjoat
    @harjoat 2 ปีที่แล้ว +74

    So for $250 I can replace my existing leviathan v1 for a v2 where I lose ports and have to use USB audio and no useful new features.
    Yeah ok razer 😄

    • @DainHunter
      @DainHunter 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Exactly my thought, where is the upgrade?
      I cant use this on my TV like om currently doing with the gen 1.

    • @dep7up
      @dep7up 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      You get rgb. 🙃

  • @cthomas3782
    @cthomas3782 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    As someone who’s Razer Kraken TE’s USB Audio Adapter just cooked itself following an update the ability to default back to analogue is something you’ll be glad you have when this happens.

  • @TheMcpoo
    @TheMcpoo 9 หลายเดือนก่อน +3

    As a pc gamer with a tiny desk, this speaker has been awesome! It takes up no space and fits super snug beneath my monitor. Great choice for other folks with limited desk spacing for accessories.

  • @susnus
    @susnus 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    I kinda feel like they could sell just the outer shell and rgb to use as a decoration, it would get just about as much done

  • @C4mpblor
    @C4mpblor 2 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    I am still very happy with my Leviathan (not the battery powered one), I wish they would move away from that stupid fragile subwoofer connector. it's so fragile, mine's already bent.
    Also...lev-a-thi-an lol.

  • @RuiMMSousa
    @RuiMMSousa 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    As a person that lives in 2022 and will use the v2 connected to a KVM (Win/Mac) I don't see an issue with the I/O. I agree that if you go simplify your hw, you better have flawless drivers and sw (and that don't seem to be the case).

  • @Keb788
    @Keb788 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I still have the og Leviathan and still works to this day

  • @JonyTelev
    @JonyTelev 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The picture that you showed for the "Leviathan" is actually the "Leviathan Mini" bluethooth speaker.. the leviathan 1 is a bit different and have a sub :)

  • @thejokers10
    @thejokers10 2 ปีที่แล้ว +19

    I have the first Leviathan which I'm still using to this day and wow instead of simplifying, it feels more like a downgrade than the one I have. Even the bluetooth got nerfed, mine had aptx codec with aac.

  • @Infinplayz
    @Infinplayz ปีที่แล้ว +1

    For the I/O, you can also get a converter

  • @reintrandininskia
    @reintrandininskia 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Guys, the Creative Katana series are the way to go, they sound amazing and they don't cheap out on features. If you are going to spend that kind of money on an audio setup, just do yourself a favour and go for the better product...

  • @matthewbarnes725
    @matthewbarnes725 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hey man, love your videos but what I love more is the watches you wear, what watches are they pls?? They look really nice 😄

  • @Xbully1
    @Xbully1 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    i use the razer nommo, has the aux and everything works with my setup and the sound is amazing for me, and i used the leviathan at my friends and i like it a lot, sounds really good and tbh i NEVER use aux for headsets through my speaker and i use my pc? which is why im confused why it maters to put an aux on it, ik SOME people use it but i dont and i dont find it a problem

  • @TTimeTristan
    @TTimeTristan ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Is there anyway to connect this to a TV in a workaround way? Such as an adapter from 3.5mm to USB-C?

  • @Windows98R
    @Windows98R 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Guess im sticking with buying the sonos arc (even though it doesnt fit within my display's length)

  • @bfjrd
    @bfjrd 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    as much as I appreciate the discussions about the details it would make sense if play a song to it since it a speaker/ sound bars after all

    • @KH-fv3vq
      @KH-fv3vq 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      No point since the audio recorded through the capturing mic

  • @kaungkhant1990
    @kaungkhant1990 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Listening from my OG Leviathan with an optical cable and couldn't be happier more)

  • @J2Jayz
    @J2Jayz 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

    When Razer is secretly helping Creative sell more Katana

  • @MultiEasybutton
    @MultiEasybutton 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I had the V1. (the one you showed was the mini variant) It was okay for gaming and movies on a tv. But it never blew me away from a hifi standpoint. I now have a sonos arc, waaay better.

  • @striff
    @striff ปีที่แล้ว

    I've been looking to stream line and neaten up my SIm racing set up.
    Looking at a gamebar, but to mount it under the monitor(s)
    The Katan V2 having spears on the top, means it's ruled out... :(
    So looking at this or other alternatives. This video helped me rule this out aswell.

  • @landrell7321
    @landrell7321 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Thank you for this! Other than the Katana V2, do you have any other recommendations for Sound Bars for PC's that would be comparable?

    • @roboticvenom1935
      @roboticvenom1935 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      the logitech one, why are you only focused on soundbars. logitech sells PC speakers that aren't soundbars and they're superior

    • @mike_nba
      @mike_nba 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Sonos

    • @asdf51501
      @asdf51501 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Not a soundbar, but I do like my Klipsch 2.1 setup.

    • @monke5198
      @monke5198 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Creative t40

    • @dwwong7447
      @dwwong7447 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      I got the Creative Stage 360. Atmos certified, with inputs from my PC (HDMI from GPU) and Optical from PS5. Best of both worlds, even Katana V2 isn't Atmos certified.

  • @dennylafoss
    @dennylafoss 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I had a razer ps4 controller. Not only was the controller loaded with lag and stick issues, the customer service was horrendous. They seem to be more concerned with rgb than making a quality product

  • @T.C-LO53
    @T.C-LO53 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    非常感謝你的解說,我原本下個月就要買了,但是我現在要來好好思考了。
    Thank you so much for your explanation, I was going to buy it next month, but I'm going to come and think about it now.

  • @nashsanadiki3104
    @nashsanadiki3104 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I have question, Why Gaming comanies put out gaming speakers, soundbars, or Subwoofers
    I recently watched a similar video on Gaming Headsets Vs Headphones woundnt it be a better use of money to get regular speakers or even studio monitors?

  • @rossmpostpro
    @rossmpostpro 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Would be interested to hear your thoughts on the new Sonos Ray when it releases.

  • @kodos_
    @kodos_ 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I have sound blaster v4 sound card for my headpones. If i get the katana v2, should i just sell my sb4 and use the katana as dac for headphones? Thank you

  • @williamfernandez3786
    @williamfernandez3786 10 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Silly question, i am looking for riser like the one you have under the monitor to put my sound bar on it, are you able to tell me where you got the one on the video? Thank you in advance.

  • @lagginluther
    @lagginluther 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    i personally wouldn’t get a sound bar for my pc because I have a set of good desktop speakers already. Also I see all the problems they present in this video but for me I don’t use the usb c on my motherboard i/o at all. I am curious and would like to know what you guys are really plugging in to that port. Lmk! I would like to make use of it

  • @worxbydre
    @worxbydre 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Le - Vi - A - Than, not Le - Vi - Thi - An...

  • @dacook1987
    @dacook1987 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Thanks for taking out any doubt I had on which soundbar I should go for. Katana V2 all the way!

    • @ashknight4820
      @ashknight4820 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Katana won't disappoint, you can set your own profiles and lighting config and save it to the device. I love my unit 😍

    • @roadster38
      @roadster38 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Does anyone know if you can sync the RGB to the Katana V2 with Wallpaper Engine like with Razer products?

  • @47ravenlord
    @47ravenlord ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I had an original Razer Leviathan sound bar and needed an upgrade. I watched your review on the Logitech G560 speakers and decided to upgrade to them instead of the new Razer Leviathan because i did not like that they did away with the 3.5mm sound jack (not sure why companies keep doing that). The G560's have been a nightmare. Awful software/driver problems, awful volume control and i am constantly turning them up and down for every video. The EQ settings need constant adjustment because once you dial them in to sound good on a particular song, they sound awful on another...etc etc.....the complaint list is huge. My super old Razer Leviathan was plug and play the entire time i had it. It had great sound control and once dialed in it sounded great on everything i watched from normal videos, games, movies, music etc etc. Now i look below and find out you overlooked an entire way to hook it up and bashed them relentlessly for an entire video. Your reviews are not to be trusted and very misleading.

  • @guess199
    @guess199 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I got the original leviathan and it's still works flawlessly, they added rgb to the v2 but downgraded the connections.

  • @johnvu8305
    @johnvu8305 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Curious what stand is the speaker sitting on? I can't use a soundbar because they don't sit quiet high enough to fit over the monitor base.

  • @Xylo211755
    @Xylo211755 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hopefully they come out with a Leviathan Pro v2 model with the missing aux, HDMI, RGB razer logo, and imho a little longer bar...

  • @arokis9185
    @arokis9185 ปีที่แล้ว

    I use V1 with SPDIF plugged to Creative G6 and it’s perfect combo

  • @infitniterpg
    @infitniterpg 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Is it compatible with MacBook Pro since it can connect via USB-C?

  • @fuyii
    @fuyii 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Razer: its leviathan
    Mike: levethian

  • @WyvernVin
    @WyvernVin ปีที่แล้ว

    Well i guess it's a fine product for me then because i don't see those lacking features as features tbh ...i've had only a couple speakers in my setups and both had headphone jack, never used them, maybe optical port would've been fine but everything is USB now so i don't bother, also mic ...not sure about that one ...i don't mind not having a remote either, i got so many of all devices that i hate it, i even normally use my phone to control my Apple TV for example, it's easier to just pick it out of my pocket than look everywhere for the remote. I do agree on the 2 apps, that's bothersome, but not much. And about the comment on bluetooth vs USB, maybe you forgot to consider about using it on multiple devices, always plugged to the PC but being able to use it on my phone is nice, and the source switch button comes handy.
    Now on the Razer Synapse thing ...oh *shivers* that one is absolutely hot garbage. I don't know who they hired to write that thing but it's utterly terrible. I have a couple Razer peripherals and guess what, when they are failing, it's always Synapse. I have the Nari and use them for both gaming and job calls, i had many complaints about me sounding robotic or cutting out, after investigating a lot, it turned out that one of the "enhancements" for the microphone in Synapse was the issue ...turned that thing off and never had the problem again.
    They still have much work to do on the software side but their hardware hasn't disappointed me yet. Nice review, got the points i was looking for.

  • @chaseheong1220
    @chaseheong1220 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hello all, I would like to ask can I use the leviathan v2 to connect my audio interface? I just thought that can I plug the usb C to 3.5mm cable to play the aux in. Thanks 🙏🏻I also have a apogee duet 3 audio interface

  • @theelectriccarmagazine
    @theelectriccarmagazine 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    A remote is something I have missed on the old one.. Been waiting for a V2 but this wasn't very exciting...

  • @TheNostronomo
    @TheNostronomo ปีที่แล้ว

    What riser is that Leviathan sitting on in the actual video? I need one of those, and it doesn't appear to come with the unit. Like that look.

  • @bioeagle
    @bioeagle 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I’m quite a huge Razer fan that I actually pulled the trigger on these, however, I found myself having a huge buyer remorse, ended up refunding it because of the removal of AUX/Optical port, all that before even receiving the product itself just solely because of that, it’s such a pity as these would have been an excellent upgrade to my Leviathan V1 (7 year and still strong btw).
    To be fair, I would have gotten it without any regret if just the 3.5mm port is still there, the removal of it feels like a huge step backwards since you could only use it on certain device, the funny thing is that, the removal of those ports doesn’t make it any more aesthetic pleasing either which imo, just a big silly mistake on Razer end.
    That said, I’ll wait for the Leviathan V1 to break down before deciding again if I should even get these just to power everything via Chroma or it might just be time to skip on Razer and make a switch to other brands.

  • @253SPL
    @253SPL 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Just the video I was looking for. I have the katana v2, but the rest of my ecosystem is razer chroma. Will stick with the katana. Thank you.

  • @shawnthye4716
    @shawnthye4716 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I actually use Bluetooth just because of going Wireless 😅, but do we need the Power Adapter if we choose USB-C?

  • @technewb8241
    @technewb8241 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I wish Kioxia would stop paying for ad reads for the BG5 until they open it up to consumer sales

  • @mt.sefuri3909
    @mt.sefuri3909 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    If theres no headphone jack, would usb-c to headphone jack work by some chance?

  • @ant0nspz
    @ant0nspz 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    In the video, when you talk about v1, it’s being displayed other product (mini-version) but not v1.

  • @carlchoa1375
    @carlchoa1375 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Whats your guy's thoughts om the crearive stage v2?

  • @MrEdwardz00
    @MrEdwardz00 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I don't understand why I don't have half the problems that people are having with Razer and I have lots of Razer products. Products for my gaming PC and for my streaming PC... I also mix and match Razer and Elgoto products with no issues. I'm gonna purchase this!

    • @marvlouslie2053
      @marvlouslie2053 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Yep. Never had any issues with any of the Razer gear I've had either. The only main hiccup I had was with my Huntsman Mini causing a boot conflict that would freeze my taskbar from starting, and that was easily found to be a firmware update issue. It was a known problem and once I updated the firmware on my keyboard, everything was fine. This is one of the first vids of theirs I've had to dislike because he spent so much time bitching about the things he didn't like about it while going into just a small section with how it sounded.

  • @DikkieKlijn
    @DikkieKlijn 2 ปีที่แล้ว +11

    When looking from a product development standpoint some of the decisions razor has made make a lot of sense.
    - HDMI needs to be licenced, which is an expensive process, not even starting with earc and the specific drivers and chips (global shortage of those) that are needed for hdmi support.
    - To continue on the chip issue it makes sense that they have dropped the analog input and used only digital.
    - That does not give an excuse for the lack of optical though. Most DSP chips can interface directly with optical and digital i2s standards

    • @zebedeesummers4413
      @zebedeesummers4413 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      charging 250 gives them pleanty of money to adress these costs... They are throwing away sales trying to be cheap

    • @DikkieKlijn
      @DikkieKlijn 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@zebedeesummers4413 not with the current chip issues. A standard rule of thumb is that your product production price should be 1/5th of the sales price. This puts the product at around 50 dollars. That would give you no more than 8 dollars for the PCB and components. Having the option to lose a few chips here and there is major when talking about these low prices.

    • @RomainCavallini
      @RomainCavallini 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Hum for the audio jack, i think you can put it at low cost too, just between the audio decoder and the amp ?

    • @ProgRiot
      @ProgRiot ปีที่แล้ว

      I agree, I wonder why ppl have so much hate on razer with these products? you dont have audio jack on your speaker?? you have audio jack on your pc, witch is next to you, yes? you dont have remote? why you need 10 remotes at your home couse if you sit down on your computer, you can just turn the damn thing on, no problem? ppl are just lazy

  • @davidkay3784
    @davidkay3784 ปีที่แล้ว

    Thanks, I will cross that off my potential of computer speakers for music and gaming.

  • @ventrueinconnu3527
    @ventrueinconnu3527 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Cue Hermione saying "It's pronounced "luh·vai·uh·thin", not "leh·va·thigh·en".

  • @ekkeith1
    @ekkeith1 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    the usb-c port on my pc is currently being used by my razer raptor monitor to control the rgb on it.

  • @joeschmoe5009
    @joeschmoe5009 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Mikes pronunciation of "levathian" bugs me lol. O well keep up the good work

  • @Baka0Ordeal
    @Baka0Ordeal 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I was wondering if I should go for Leviathan v2 or Katana v2 or one of those other non gaming bose/klipsch/jbl soundbar instead. At least this take leviathan out of my consideration. Thanks!

    • @bioeagle
      @bioeagle 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Should take the Leviathan V2 out of equation now since it feels like a downgrade at this point because of port removal, if you notice how other brands kept them. Unless you’re intending to run everyone chroma related then yeah, goes without saying Leviathan V2 is the way to go

  • @rainierdelrosario5767
    @rainierdelrosario5767 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Im still running the V1 but looks like im sticking to it till it gets a "Better" update hahah

  • @cambo438
    @cambo438 ปีที่แล้ว

    i still got my og leviathan and it even has a service light lmao, haven’t needed anything for it the sub wire is just starting to bend a lot and break the cover but like it’s after like 6 years when i got it

  • @Jpowellsuckballs
    @Jpowellsuckballs ปีที่แล้ว

    Just get the Panasonic Soundslayer and call it a day. Can be have cheaper if you look around online and way more features

  • @CristopherCutas
    @CristopherCutas 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    yes, Bluetooth is still useful, especially when you don't want to keep on unplugging to use the device. I have a company-provided laptop and a personal pc.

  • @CMDR_Elizium51RA
    @CMDR_Elizium51RA 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Good video, but what is a "levuhthyan"?

  • @ericgonzales2026
    @ericgonzales2026 ปีที่แล้ว

    my Sony A80J has built in Bluetooth would it not be able to sync with Razer sound bar?

  • @spookydk4412
    @spookydk4412 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    You can get 2 really great book shelf speakers for that price. even get them active or a cheap amplifier that costs nothing. I personally dont see the point of soundbars. for tv or pc's

  • @PainX187
    @PainX187 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    nah interface is very valid i use both 3,5mm and coax cables daily and also USB infact i find USB a little inferior in my case sometimes i need a reboot for my amp to show up seems like some USB can be abit flaky untill that stops there will allways be a place for analog

  • @rizalirawan608
    @rizalirawan608 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Hi, i want to ask.. what height rubber angle? the front and the rear please..
    I want to try setup to across my monitor’s leg ( aoc cu34g3s)

  • @jasonderuloasd3919
    @jasonderuloasd3919 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I'm glad that I bought the Onyx Studio 6 really deep base and the sound is crisp as f!

    • @lqweiii
      @lqweiii 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      i have onyx studio 5 for 150 usd and it sounds great

  • @briandickson6470
    @briandickson6470 4 หลายเดือนก่อน

    This or SoundblasterX Katana V1? Haven't seen any reviews that state its better then the V2 Katana.

  • @weichong7529
    @weichong7529 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    i have my sound blaster katana V2, and i love it very much.

  • @lordv1le859
    @lordv1le859 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    I don’t get the I/O issues. Controlling it via keyboard is infinitely better than a remote and the ports are just fine. If you’re using it with a laptop you’ll be using a dock anyway and plenty of monitors have USBC pass through.

  • @axelnuckols4081
    @axelnuckols4081 ปีที่แล้ว

    Every time I try to play it with my pc the audio just cracks, I try t call the company and am provided with no help, there are like no videos on it or anything complete waste so far. According to some people its been a THX issue for a while and they still do not fix it ?

  • @xianlee
    @xianlee 2 ปีที่แล้ว +8

    Katana V2 is my first sound bar and audio wise, it is the best thing I've ever experienced

    • @CurseOfDeath
      @CurseOfDeath 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Do you recommend buying it for music as well besides gaming ? Also did they fixed the software issues ?

    • @xianlee
      @xianlee 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@CurseOfDeath what do you mean by software issues? I'd say yes for music, the built in equalizer settings make a huge difference to the content you are watching/using. I tested the volume up to 40 (which is mega loud, it goes up to 50 max) on a variety of song types and there was no quality loss.

    • @CurseOfDeath
      @CurseOfDeath 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@xianlee I heard that there were some issues with the software/application that resulted in some bugs or malfunctions, but if you didnt experienced any it seems they had fixed it

    • @xianlee
      @xianlee 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@CurseOfDeath none that I'm aware of, I use mine with PS5 and my TV only (Netflix etc) and set everything using their Android app

    • @CurseOfDeath
      @CurseOfDeath 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@xianlee Good enough, thanks !

  • @jkell411
    @jkell411 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The complaints are justified. Kind of... For new customers, most of these complaints don't matter. You know what you are getting (and what you're not) before you buy. If you need more connectivity, then you shouldn't buy it. It's not like connectivity options are hidden on their web page. If you are upgrading from the V1, don't go to the V2 of you don't see the value. I'm a brand new customer and I love mine... The good things about it far out way the nit picking and I haven't ran into any of the problems with Synapse that he mentions. Bottom line, customers just need to make informed decisions. "Only $80." That's a lot for some people.

  • @dracoxruiz2563
    @dracoxruiz2563 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I like the video and your thoughts, but for the few people that only will use that soundbar with a pc, i thinks, this is more of a personal opinion video than a review, you have talk almost nothing about sound quality or how to 2 effect is, or if it is compatible with dolby atmos or whathever, I think it lacks content.

  • @danieldennis2098
    @danieldennis2098 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    The lack of io and remote control is a deal-breaker. I was ready to pull the trigger. A HDMI ARC or optical would have made this versatile enough for my PC, PS5, Switch, and the Chromecast connected to my setup now. I'll just stick with my cheapo Vizio.

  • @ItsjustCody540
    @ItsjustCody540 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    I use the original leviathan for work and for my personal computer. So I have it plugged in my monitor with the 3.5 so switching it will be easier between the 2 computers. So this is disappointing.

  • @ayitsyaboi
    @ayitsyaboi 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    I don't know why people buy "gaming" audio equipment in the first place. You're giving up so much and gaining absolutely nothing just for that gamer aesthetic. At that price point you could get a normal consumer sound bar, a *really* good pair of headphones and DAC/AMP, a pair of studio monitors and a powered sub. Literally anything else with decent soundstage will outperform "gaming" audio.

  • @fennesto
    @fennesto 3 หลายเดือนก่อน

    Can the soundbar plugs to blackwidow v4 pro type c or laptop?

  • @SafariPilot
    @SafariPilot 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Sadly my leviathan v1 just died for no apparent reason after only two and a half years. Makes me a little wary of getting the v2 since I worry about the longevity. I’ve gone back to using my old bose speakers. I like the idea of a soundbar but I would expect better quality for the price.

    • @MayhemBryan
      @MayhemBryan ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Owned mines since 2015 and it still works , not to say everyone will be that lucky

  • @lumberfoot_jpg
    @lumberfoot_jpg ปีที่แล้ว

    Does the V2 automatically turn off after 15 minutes just like the V1? This was the most annoying feature for me...

  • @achannelhasnoname5182
    @achannelhasnoname5182 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Optical in should really have been included so you can use it with a TV setup.

    • @Ender275
      @Ender275 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      They could’ve put an arc port on it too

  • @OpptimusPrime1
    @OpptimusPrime1 ปีที่แล้ว

    HELP ME PLS I bought this product today but on synapse EQ doesnt work i cant change any mode gaming music everything gives same voice. does someone know whats the problem ? Thank you.

  • @helmhamburgerhand
    @helmhamburgerhand ปีที่แล้ว

    We dont get any samples of sound quality vs the Katana like we did w/ the Nommop. And it feels like all the complaints were superficial at best. I dont think we got any usuable review of the soundbar.

  • @FromDesertTown
    @FromDesertTown 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    Sound bars are ridiculous. They are looks first, audio quality second.
    Just get an amp and speakers - better audio quality, lower cost, better stereo separation, and **gasp** wires!

  • @ronochow
    @ronochow 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Why did they even bother adding RGB when they remove important features like AUX??? Like no optical sure, but NO AUX??? I have no reason to upgrade from my Leviathan v1, I might as well get the Katana v2 if I really wanted an upgrade. Synapse has been buggy af in my previous experience. They made it so complex when they could have just kept the Leviathan v2 simple and good as a pure listening experience.

  • @jaycornu3351
    @jaycornu3351 ปีที่แล้ว

    question, my Katana X just died, will this be a downgrade?

  • @jizecai4252
    @jizecai4252 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    no Aux is trash. cuz i used the original leviathan connected to my monitor, so i can use it when playing my ps5 on monitor. now they cancel aux, which means i can only use it with pc.
    i would be so happy if they could have a tournement edition which removes chroma and adds extra aux to it.

  • @klaidasrunele
    @klaidasrunele 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Pretty sure you can use your phone to adjust it while it's connected to your PC

  • @jamesfox2857
    @jamesfox2857 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Trouble with Sound Bars are - you Have To Look in Direction of Shots to Locate The Whereabouts of , Per Gaming that is

  • @djoguzhan55ify
    @djoguzhan55ify 7 หลายเดือนก่อน

    hi guys,i just bought this razer soundbar, but my problem is that when I activate this product, aux also cancels my connected speakers, only razer is working,I want to use it all and get audio, how can I do this please help me, if I can't use it, I'm thinking of returning the product.

  • @dreadford2936
    @dreadford2936 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    Was going to use it for my tv. Thanks for the video bro, you saved me 250$

    • @almogmamos2026
      @almogmamos2026 ปีที่แล้ว

      Why can't it be connected to the TV?

  • @haberdasherrykr8886
    @haberdasherrykr8886 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

    The best soundbar i know of for home theatre is Klipsh Heritage (2200$) and that needs a discrete amplifier/av receiver to run

    • @NicCrimson
      @NicCrimson 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Insane price though

    • @haberdasherrykr8886
      @haberdasherrykr8886 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@NicCrimson the best isn't cheap, and people exist to buy it so the company isn't incentivised to reduce price

  • @TheRealIzz
    @TheRealIzz 2 ปีที่แล้ว

    So upset because i play at a desk with my console anf i used a aux cable to connect my audio so said i cant upgrade