Gain an Audio E.D.G.E. while Gaming with the GX400
by:
Dan
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posted:
1/14/2008 7:05:00 AM
E.D.G.E. Acoustics today introduced its newest Gaming Headset, the
GX400. Built to give gamers a competative edge, the
GX400 includes a highly sensitive microphone and noise isolation. The unit is fitted with universal connectors, so it can connect to most MP3 players, the Sony PSP, PC computers and standard VoIP hardware. The
GX400 will be available online at Amazon.com starting today in a matte black or Ruby finish and will retail for $179. Check out all the details after the jump in the press release:
E.D.G.E.Acoustics Releases the GX400 Competition Grade Gaming Headset
Gamers Challenged to “Take Their Game to the EDGE” and Hear What They’ve Been Missing
Elk Grove Village, IL, November 26, 2007 — E.D.G.E. Acoustics, the gaming audio division of Etymotic Research,
proudly announces the release of their premiere product—the GX400 gaming headset. Providing electronic game
enthusiasts with unsurpassed audio detail, noise isolation, and a high-sensitivity in-line microphone, the GX400 offers
an uncompromising approach to gaming headset technology. Starting today, the GX400 will be available online at
Amazon.com, E.D.G.E. Acoustics’ exclusive launch partner.
With game designers applying increased sophistication to the development of in-game audio, music and sound effects, the GX400 enables gamers to experience all of the richness and sound details present in their favorite games. Not only does this increase the players’ enjoyment of the game, it can have a dramatic effect on players’ performance by enabling them to react to the subtle audio cues that they had been missing.
In fact, extensive research and design was a key element of the E.D.G.E. technology development. Etymotic created a unique PC game and executed randomized, controlled trials to measure the impact of high fidelity earphones on gamers' performance. This unique audio benchmark determined that E.D.G.E. technology provides a proven advantage to gamers.
The GX400 is the flagship product in the E.D.G.E. Acoustics product line. By applying Etymotic’s best technology and proven capabilities in sound isolation and audio accuracy to harness the various audio components heard in video
games, the E.D.G.E. products represent the pinnacle of gaming earphone technology. Fitted with universal (VOIP)
connectors, the GX400 is compatible with personal computers, Sony’s PSP® portable gaming device, MP3 players,
and most standard VoIP hardware.
Price and availability
The GX400 gaming headset is available at Amazon.com in either a matte black or ruby finish. The GX400 carries a
suggested retail price of $179.00.
About E.D.G.E. Acoustics
E.D.G.E. Acoustics is a division of Etymotic Research, a world leader in high-fidelity noise-isolating in-ear earphones.
Etymotic—whose name means “true to the ear”—designs, develops and manufactures products to measure, improve
and protect hearing. For 25 years, Chicago-based Etymotic Research has been creating products used by musicians and others who insist on superior sound quality. For more information, visit www.edgeacoustics.com.