Corsair Vengeance 2100, 1500 V2, 1400 & Raptor HS30, HS40 Headsets - PAX Prime 2013
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The new Vengeance headsets have better looks, more rugged construction, and the 1500 V2 and 1400 have been updated with the same better-sounding drivers as the 2000 series. The 2100 still has Dolby Headphone like the 2000, but has been tuned to provide an even better user experience. Their upcoming Raptor series HS30 & HS40 headsets are analog and USB headsets that feature 40mm drivers and more attractive price points for gamers on a budget. Sponsor Links: linustechtips.com Read more & join our community forum: bit.ly twitter.com @LinusTech Pricing & availability: ncix.com Intro Screen Music Credit: Adhesive Wombat -
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The video presents Corsair’s headset lineup announced at PAX Prime 2013, focusing on the Vengeance family as well as the upcoming Raptor HS30 and HS40. The Vengeance 2100 is described as an evolutionary step forward from the Vengeance 2000, featuring a more robust build, a metalic industrial design, and improved durability while preserving wireless capability and the signature comfort of the line. The 1500 V2 and 1400 models receive updates in drivers and industrial design, bringing the sound quality closer to the Vengeance 2000 with updated acoustics and a refined look, while the inline volume control is made less bulky on these variants. The presenter also introduces the Raptor HS40 and HS30, which pivot toward value with 40 mm drivers, leatherette cushions, and USB/analog options, offering an attractive price point for budget gamers. Throughout the segment, the emphasis is on combining aesthetic appeal with practical improvements in sound, fit, and build quality, along with a nod to the design language now increasingly going toward industrial styling. The host closes by highlighting the expo context, encouraging viewers to subscribe for more PAX Prime 2013 coverage and thanking sponsors, signaling how Linus Tech Tips integrates event reporting with product previews.
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Questions answered
- What are the main updates in the Corsair Vengeance 2100 compared to the Vengeance 2000?
- The Vengeance 2100 adds a more robust, durable build with a brushed metal look, while retaining wireless capability and improved drivers for better sound and comfort.
- What is new about the Vengeance 1500 V2 and 1400 models?
- Both receive updated drivers similar to the Vengeance 2000 and an updated industrial design, along with a lighter, improved inline volume control and better clamping pressure for comfort.
- What is the target market for the Corsair Raptor HS30 and HS40 headsets?
- They are aimed at budget-minded gamers, offering 40 mm drivers and USB or analog options with a more value-oriented build.