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MEDIA ALERT - Creative Launches the Sound Blaster® Tactic3D® Rage V2.0 Gaming Headsets for a Powerful, Immersive Gaming Experience - All New V2.0 Headsets Feature Support for Playstation 4, Xbox One and Scout Mode

4 November 2014

SINGAPORE - Creative Technology Ltd today announced revamped versions of its popular Sound Blaster® Tactic3D® Rage Wireless V2.0 gaming headset and Sound Blaster Tactic3D Rage USB V2.0 gaming headset for PC, Mac, PlayStation® 4 and Xbox® One.

On top of existing customisable SBX Pro Studio™ sound and voice audio technologies, 50mm FullSpectrum audio drivers and noise-cancelling detachable microphones found in the previous versions, the new versions now feature support for Creative's proprietary technology - Scout Mode for PC and Mac.

Sound Blaster Tactic3D Rage Wireless V2.0 gaming headset

Sound Blaster Tactic3D Rage USB V2.0 gaming headset

Key Features of the Sound Blaster Tactic3D Rage Wireless V2.0 and Sound Blaster Tactic3D Rage USB V2.0 gaming headsets include:

New Console Support:

• NEW: PlayStation 4 Support
  The new Sound Blaster Tactic3D Rage V2.0 gaming headsets for PC and Mac are now PS4™-compatible. The Sound Blaster Tactic3D Rage Wireless V2.0 can be conveniently connected to the PS4 wirelessly for an unrestricted gaming experience and unparalleled audio. The new Sound Blaster Tactic3D Rage USB V2.0, connects directly to the PS4 controller via USB for awesome virtual surround immersion.
• NEW: Xbox One Support
  Sound Blaster Tactic3D Rage USB V2.0 is now made even more versatile, catering to both new console gamers as well as PC/Mac gamers. Plug in the 4-pole cable bundled with the headset and connect directly to the Xbox One Stereo Headset Adapter (available separately) to enable audio and mic functions on the headset.

PC/Mac Features:

• NEW: Scout Mode
  Hear enemies and critical sound cues with more precision when utilising Creative's proprietary Scout Mode technology. Minute and discrete sounds, such as the footsteps of enemies creeping up on the gamer, are emphasised to deliver a distinct tactical advantage in combat.
• SBX Pro Studio
  SBX Pro Studio increases and expands the virtual surround spaciousness, allowing users to enjoy cinema-quality 5.1 surround sound in the comfort of their homes.

Product Features:

• NEW: Improved Cables
  The high quality USB audio cables provide excellent flexibility while minimising unwieldy tangles.
• 16 Hours Non-Stop Gaming with Rechargeable Lithium Battery
  The built-in rechargeable battery powers up to 16 hours of use on a single charge.
• 50mm FullSpectrum Drivers
  50mm FullSpectrum drivers, with frequency response of 20Hz ~ 20kHz, provide best-in-class sound quality for full gaming immersion.
• 16 Million Color Illuminating Ear Cups
  The SB Prism RGB LED illumination system allows users to customise the ear cups lighting from an array of 16 million colors, along with intensity and pulse effects to match their favored style.
• SpringSteel Steel Core Headband
  Steel core headband with soft ear cups for comfort during long periods of gaming.
• Detachable Noise-Canceling Microphone
  The detachable boom mic enhances portability and allows the headset to double up as a headphone for music listening.

Pricing and Availability
The Sound Blaster Tactic3D Rage Wireless V2.0 gaming headset and Sound Blaster Tactic3D Rage USB V2.0 gaming headset will be available in December 2014 at the online store at sg.store.creative.com at the following suggested retail prices:

For in-store availability, please refer to local authorised dealers.

For more information about the Creative Sound Blaster Tactic3D Rage V2.0 gaming headsets, please visit creative.com.

About Creative
Creative is a worldwide leader in digital entertainment products. Famous for its Sound Blaster® sound cards and for launching the multimedia revolution, Creative is now driving digital entertainment with cutting-edge audio solutions, premium wireless speakers, wireless headphones and portable media devices. Today, Creative re-invents the Sound Blaster, which has a user base of over 400 million, with its ground-breaking Sound Blaster Roar and Sound BlasterAxx that aim at the new mobile networked generation by bridging the worlds of the computer, smartphones, and tablets. Creative's proprietary technologies, innovative hardware, applications and services leverage the Internet, enabling consumers to experience high-quality digital entertainment - anytime, anywhere.

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This announcement relates to products launched in the Asia Pacific. Availability is subject to change without notice and may differ elsewhere in the world according to local factors and requirements. Creative, the Creative logo, Sound Blaster, the Sound Blaster logo, Sound BlasterAxx, Tactic3D and SBX Pro Studio are trademarks or registered trademarks of Creative Technology Ltd in the United States and/or other countries. All rights reserved. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.