Razer Leviathan V2 X: Kuromi Edition
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Razer Leviathan V2 X: Kuromi Edition
Light up your setup with an audio experience like never seen before. Meet the Razer Leviathan V2 X—a compact, USB Type C powered PC gaming soundbar that makes a worthy addition to your battlestation for all your games, movies, and music.
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I bought the Razer Leviathan V2 X – Kuromi Edition when I was setting up my desktop PC in Jacksonville about late last year. Unfortunately, I did not have a USB-C outlet to power the Razer Leviathan, so I ended up using an older Sony Portable Bluetooth Speaker (which uses a traditional AC power adapter).
ONE CORD
So that is my first criticism, the Razer Leviathan does not come with a power adapter. All the power has to go through its USB-C cord. I understand this was by designed, to eliminate all cords and keep it simple… but that also meant that it took away options, such as having a tradition A/C power cord.
So that is my first criticism, the Razer Leviathan does not come with a power adapter. All the power has to go through its USB-C cord. I understand this was by designed, to eliminate all cords and keep it simple… but that also meant that it took away options, such as having a tradition A/C power cord.
The one-cord solution also is a plus, since you can also use the cord to plug directly into a modern computer that outputs in USB-C, both powering the Leviathan and also sending audio output directly to the Leviathan. That means the computer will automatically use the Leviathan for audio if you plug it directly in. Works the same way with a modern iPhone, which is great if you don’t want to fiddle with the Bluetooth connection.
DESIGN
I like the compact and look of the Leviathan. This particular version that I own is using Sanrio’s Kuromi character and Purple color scheme. I’m not a massive Kuromi fan, but I thought it was cool that you see the artwork on the Leviathan. I wish it was Fallout or Keroppi (the green frog from Sanrio) or Transformers… but I’ll take what I can get.
I like the compact and look of the Leviathan. This particular version that I own is using Sanrio’s Kuromi character and Purple color scheme. I’m not a massive Kuromi fan, but I thought it was cool that you see the artwork on the Leviathan. I wish it was Fallout or Keroppi (the green frog from Sanrio) or Transformers… but I’ll take what I can get.
It has an ugly Razer logo in the center of the front speaker grill.
BLUETOOTH 5.0
The Leviathan uses the latest Bluetooth, which is very fast for auto-discovery. Most devices will automatically see the Razer Leviathan if you set it to discovery mode. In older Bluetooth, I find it takes a few minutes to see the device.
The Leviathan uses the latest Bluetooth, which is very fast for auto-discovery. Most devices will automatically see the Razer Leviathan if you set it to discovery mode. In older Bluetooth, I find it takes a few minutes to see the device.
There are some issues, however. Sometimes I will be disconnected from the Leviathan, almost by random. Sometimes, no matter what I do, the Leviathan cannot be seen at all. I ultimately had to disconnect the power source and used a different power to get it back on Bluetooth. It was super annoying.
The new Bluetooth has no or very little delay. On older Bluetooth, because of a slight delay, so the video syncing up to the audio was atrocious… but this new Bluetooth I saw very little delay.
AUDIO
Another criticism I have for the Leviathan is that it never seems to get really loud. I’ve had other speakers that is beyond loud, the Leviathan just seems to max out at a certain audio level. I tried to turn off audio levels and safety audio, but nothing seems to make it louder. I suspect that the Leviathan does not have enough power to really hit those loud notes.
Another criticism I have for the Leviathan is that it never seems to get really loud. I’ve had other speakers that is beyond loud, the Leviathan just seems to max out at a certain audio level. I tried to turn off audio levels and safety audio, but nothing seems to make it louder. I suspect that the Leviathan does not have enough power to really hit those loud notes.
I was not impressed with the audio capability of the Leviathan.
APP
The Leviathan can be controlled using an App on the iPhone. I’m assuming they also make an app for Android. The App is limited to controlling its lights. You can turn off the lights reacting to the audio (it’s very annoying the flashing lights).
The Leviathan can be controlled using an App on the iPhone. I’m assuming they also make an app for Android. The App is limited to controlling its lights. You can turn off the lights reacting to the audio (it’s very annoying the flashing lights).
You can also adjust the equalizers using the app. It came with some pre-sets for Flat, Movies, Games, or Music. If none of it works for you, you can also create your own custom equalizers.
RGB LIGHTS
All Razer products have these RGB lighting system. It uses Synapse system that works together if you uses other Razer devices. For example, if your PC uses that Razer light system, or if you have a Razer keyboard and mouse, the lights will sync and display the same colors and rhythm. Some games will support this light system too, so, I guess for example, if you’re playing Diablo, all the lights will turn blood red. Pretty neat!
All Razer products have these RGB lighting system. It uses Synapse system that works together if you uses other Razer devices. For example, if your PC uses that Razer light system, or if you have a Razer keyboard and mouse, the lights will sync and display the same colors and rhythm. Some games will support this light system too, so, I guess for example, if you’re playing Diablo, all the lights will turn blood red. Pretty neat!
Personally speaking, I just turn off the lights or have it very low, as it can be distracting.
PRICE
The least appealing thing about this product is the $129 retail price. This is a mark-up from the standard Black version, which retails for $99. If you don’t care for Kuromi, I say just save some money and get the standard version. Personally speaking, I would recommend finding something cheaper… or if you have the money to spend, invest it in a better portable speaker. Sony makes some amazing (and loud) portable speakers.
The least appealing thing about this product is the $129 retail price. This is a mark-up from the standard Black version, which retails for $99. If you don’t care for Kuromi, I say just save some money and get the standard version. Personally speaking, I would recommend finding something cheaper… or if you have the money to spend, invest it in a better portable speaker. Sony makes some amazing (and loud) portable speakers.
SUMMARY
I don’t regret getting the Leviathan, I think it looks cool and it functions as advertised. At the moment, I’m using it as a speaker for my Apple TV that is hooked up to a computer monitor. It works great; I’m watching news and movies like it was a traditional television.
I don’t regret getting the Leviathan, I think it looks cool and it functions as advertised. At the moment, I’m using it as a speaker for my Apple TV that is hooked up to a computer monitor. It works great; I’m watching news and movies like it was a traditional television.
Plus, if I need to listen to an audio book, the Kindle Scribe can use Bluetooth to connect and play on the Leviathan, as you can see in this photo of Mike Joyce’s The Drums playing. I had the book downloaded on my Kindle, so it’s kind of cool I have the audio book available to me offline.
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