SteelSeries announce Siberia v2

18-9-2009 10:04

SteelSeries today introduce a new product to their already wide product-line.

It has not been long since the last SteelSeries product got announced, but that does not stop SteelSeries from announcing yet another new product. This time around it is a new headset, to be more precise, the new Siberia v2 Full-size Headset. The headset is a follow up on the popular Siberia headset launched in 2004, used by the professional gaming community as well as professional musicians.

It has been five years since Siberia hit the streets for the first time, what has happened to Siberia v2, comparing it to its predecessor. First major change would be the "invisible" retractable microphone system that pulls out from the left ear-cup. The headset also have increased 50mm speakers ,which in a new closed ear-cup design, which features thick leather padded cushions, will increase outside noise isolation.

Specifications of the SteelSeries Siberia v2 Full-size Headset includes:

•   50mm speakers
•   Impedance: 32 Ohm
•   Frequency: 10-28,000 Hz
•   SPL@1kHz: 112dB
•   Cable: 1m + 2m extension
•   Jacks: 2* 3.5mm
•   Retractable microphone: 50-16,000 Hz, unidirectional

The headset remains lightweight, even with its latest additions. The volume regulator, the cord and its base have also been upgraded. The primary cord is shorter in length for optimized use with portable gear, but comes with an additional extra cord for use with stationary computers. Siberia v2 will be offered in two version, with and without USB soundcard. SteelSeries Siberia v2 Full-size Headset will be available in black and white editions and will be available all over the world in November 2009.

You will later this month be able to get your hands of a copy of this brand new SteelSeries Siberia v2 Full-size headset, so stay tuned for guidance how you can participate.

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awesome =)

2009-09-18 10:18

care:]

2009-09-18 10:20

n1, i swear :x

Went to the SteelSeries headquarters earlier this week to get a look on this new headset. I have to tell you guys, if you liked the first Siberia, then you are going to love Siberia v2.

2009-09-18 10:23

14 replies

lucky -.-

2009-09-18 14:02

1 reply

yea lucky, it would be everyones dream to go steelseries hq and test some headphones. RLLY LUCKY :S

2009-09-18 15:41

You didnt hear what they are gonna cost by any chance? That'd be lovely.

2009-09-18 14:19

11 replies

Actually no.

2009-09-18 14:50

Awh, thanks anyways!

2009-09-18 15:02

The owner from webdanes, told that it would be about 40 DKK more than the first siberia.

2009-09-22 21:19

8 replies

DKK is like Swedish crowns? :)

2009-09-22 22:20

4 replies

one swedish krone is 0.79 danish krone i think.

2009-09-24 12:39

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Ah okay. Just gotta wait some months then I can afford it :)

2009-09-24 13:33

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I think the black one looks cool :)

2009-09-24 13:35

Indeed! Black is for men ;D

2009-09-24 17:10

and some normal currency? how much euro is that

2009-09-24 17:37

lmgtfy.com/?q=Currency+converter

2009-09-25 14:15

40 DKK is over 5 Euro... Or 140 CZK 40 Danish Krone = 5.37537 Euro

2009-09-26 19:22

same thing with the Neckband version and I will be sooo happy :DD

2009-09-18 10:28

neckband is cruel to wear on your ears :(

yeah totally, now I feel better with it but never an headset caused me so much pain before...

2009-09-18 16:50

i didnt see any changes? p.s. maybe only in the microphone "50-16,000 Hz, unidirectional" instead of "Frequency response: 80 - 15.000 Hz"

2009-09-18 10:33

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take a close look at the earcups for example.

2009-09-18 10:31

Hey! For a closer look at the changes take a look here :) fragyou.net/i/siberia_v2_changes_large.j..

2009-09-18 11:38

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www.fragyou.net/i/siberia_v2_changes_large.jpg

2009-09-18 11:48

9 replies

haha dude you just lord of the linked AurorA :P

2009-09-18 13:02

haha dude you just GOT Englished :P

2009-09-18 16:13

7 replies

I don't get it. actually I think you didn't get it first so now I don't get it because you didn't get it :P

2009-09-18 16:49

6 replies

Oh dear

2009-09-18 17:21

I don't get it

2009-09-18 17:57

just get it dude come on.

2009-09-18 18:05

It was a joke (: :P

2009-09-18 19:29

well, I know, my post was to kinda make a lot of people add posts with "get it" inside :D

2009-09-18 20:00

now we get it :)

2009-09-18 21:31

Almost the same :O

2009-09-18 10:32

NIce nice nice :D

2009-09-18 10:52

siberia full size usb the first released FTW! =D

2009-09-18 11:08

OMGG i just bought the old siberia a few weeks ago :S

2009-09-18 11:12

m2 ;f

2009-09-18 12:46

looks great !

2009-09-18 11:23

I have to say, Siveria v2 sounds more "attractive" than 5H v2. That's at least the first SS headset I'm thinking to get one. :)

2009-09-18 11:24

Wont change my Neckbands anyways

2009-09-18 11:30

Neckband is super cool when you care about your hair :P mine was a pain in the ass for the first weeks though. really hurt my ears after one hour or so.

Same with mine, i think it's the worst headset ever. It looks cool tho.

2009-09-22 21:21

You will later this month be able to get your hands of a copy of this brand new SteelSeries Siberia v2 Full-size headset, so stay tuned for guidance how you can participate. From the time i read the headline on the main page, I was just reading through in hope i would get to read something like the above mentioned lines...haha..

2009-09-18 11:32

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Haha, you bastard ;)

2009-09-18 11:44

Oops!! Did i said that aloud :$

2009-09-18 11:50

i love that u r so unreachable :PP

2009-09-18 16:12

Being easy wouldn't be any fun :(

2009-09-18 16:38

that's fckn true! :DD btw dreamhack romanian qual? ;;;)

2009-09-18 17:09

Just bought a Steelseries Siberia (v1) because my old 5H v2 broke a few days ago.... If I knew this was coming.. FUUUUUUUUUU-

Send back say ure not satisfied with the product

2009-09-18 12:02

2009-09-19 19:02

i really like these changes, as the siberias were awesome headsets bar 3 problems: 1. the detatchable mic on the original was awkward and crappy (fixed on v2 with new retractable built-in mic) 2. the headset was, imo, uncomfortable after long use (fixed on v2 with softer, larger, leather earcups) 3. the originals were very flimsy and easily breakable (the top/headband part mainly - unfortunately NOT fixed on this v2) All in all, very good improvements imo, with added slight improvements in mic quality / sound quality / added noise cancellation - looks good!

2009-09-18 12:26

i want it :( but no have cash :( living in Lithuania :D you know... :D

2009-09-18 12:22

I know :)

2009-09-18 12:52

same here:(

2009-09-19 02:18

wow . verg good .

2009-09-18 12:24

The first one is great so why change it a lot ? looks great, too bad for the mic, you can see it.

2009-09-18 12:30

The mic on this one is definitely better.

2009-09-18 13:15

SICK~

2009-09-18 13:18

what about approximate price of v2?

2009-09-18 13:32

maybe about ~80 euro not USB version and ~100 euro USB :D

2009-09-18 13:33

hmm

2009-09-18 13:37

wow

2009-09-18 14:14

gallery: tr.im/z31y

2009-09-18 14:41

haha feeling sorry for those who bought siberia v1 in the past week or two :)). realy like what they did with the earcups the headset now looks very nice. i always thaught that siberia v1 where too big

2009-09-18 14:55

One question - does it use the 7.1 sound system?

2009-09-18 15:29

USB, yes.

2009-09-18 16:37

I've got phillips8900 it was good choice for me ;)

2009-09-18 15:48

After waiting so long for them to release a headset, it is a big shame. Expected them to be on par or better than the top dogs but this is fail.

2009-09-18 15:54

They just changed the stuff that most of their consumers complained about. It's the same thing they did to 5H (5Hv2). The biggest problem I have with my Siberia are the long and many cords, and now they fixed that.

2009-09-18 17:03

Very nice! :)

2009-09-18 16:26

Imbaaaaaaa :D

2009-09-18 16:57

looks really nice

2009-09-18 17:35

Are all SteelSeries products produced in Denmark?

2009-09-18 17:59

Designed in Denmark, produced elsewhere.

2009-09-18 19:18

oh yeah and I would really like a black Neckband version, I don't even understand why they didn't release one at the same time as the white one.

2009-09-18 18:06

2009-09-18 18:39

Is it better than 5h v2?

2009-09-18 19:13

2009-09-18 21:04

ughhhhhh. $$$$$$$$$$ :(

2009-09-18 21:15

why 32 ohm?? =/

2009-09-18 21:19

more resistance

2009-09-19 09:58

Outlook is the same like the old version

2009-09-18 21:43

Very very nice!;)

2009-09-18 21:51

really nice :o

2009-09-18 21:56

NICE !!!!

2009-09-18 22:43

ive been lookin around for my next pair of headsets for a while, and these look really nice. currently i have white siberias that are 3 years old and i definitely need some new ones soon. I really like that they made it leather and a little more sound proof. I wonder if it'll be simple to still use my mic that is on top of my monitor instead of the headset one, and if ill still be able to use my usb sound card im currently using. Still gotta decide between this, 5hv2 and HD555 (maybe PC350 too if they are cheap enough) I know the pros and cons of each :p

2009-09-18 22:57

hd555 r0xxxxxin, but siberia, 5hv2 is GuuT tUU

Awesome steelseries make awesome products.

2009-09-19 05:34

they should release kinzu and xai first (((

2009-09-19 05:47

when will they add the flashing steelseries logo in the sides?..!!!

2009-09-19 15:11

They should have the v1's mic! Best mic ever can't believe they aren't using it in this version. Except that, v2's are freakin awesome =D

2009-09-19 16:42

how much it costs?

2009-09-20 11:11

i tell u what. you will honestly love SIBERIA V3! dont buy v2 :DDDDD

2009-09-20 13:15

It will be nearly the same! bar 1-2 minor improvements! Expected SS to keep up with the top dogs tbh

2009-09-21 15:23

:DDD

2009-09-22 14:12

so did steel series buy out icemat? i thought icemat made the siberia headphones. i had a pair of the icemat siberias, they sucked! "used by professional musicians," YEA RIGHT LOLOL. These don't even come close to lower level studio headphones. good for gaming, horrible for music. hopefully v2 is better. it's a start with lether ear cups and bigger drivers.

2009-09-21 21:29

It is in fact used by professional musicians. Latest video by Nik & Jay, danish pop duo who's been around for several years now: www.youtube.com/watch?v=A0SLI-TYkQ8 (Check: 0:15, 0:29 and 1:24) Also Basshunter which is/was majorly popular in Scandinavia and UK used the Siberia in several videos. Here's a behind the scenes on his "Now you're gone" single that went straight to #1 UK Singles Chart: www.youtube.com/watch?v=_4MiKmAPp5o&feature=fvsr

2009-09-22 08:36

Yea, but most musicians problably uses sennheiser. Best headsets for music imo.

2009-09-22 21:23

Perhaps they look cool for music videos, they are quite flashy, but the sound quality you get from them are quite low on the professional level. Trust me, I am a professional film and video editor and need good headphones. I myself, own a pair of Icemat Siberias and would NOT even use them for gaming because the quality is so horrible. No respectable DJ would use this at a concert/show or in a studio. btw: LOL @ Nik & Jay...that music is....innnnteresting...

2009-09-24 04:05