Razer is back with a new microphone focused on creators and gamers, but this one feels a bit more serious. The Razer Seiren V3 Pro is an impressive streaming microphone with some impressive features, but does it do enough to stand out in a crowded market?
Razer's last streaming microphone, the Razer Seiren V3 Chroma, was released over two years ago, so it is about time a new mic entered the chat. Say hello to the new Seiren V3 Pro.
On paper, it is an upgrade over its predecessor in every area, including USB- and XLR-compatibility, 32-bit float support, and a much larger dynamic capsule. But how does it perform in the real world? Let us take a look at how the Seiren V3 Pro stacks up.
Razer Seiren V3 Pro Design and Features
In terms of design, this is probably one of the most understated Razer products I have ever reviewed, with a dark, zinc metallic unibody. It does, of course, have an RGB ring, and there is also a touch-to-mute button on the rear that lights up when activated, but as far as Razer designs go, it is about as understated and generic as it gets. It is incredibly close in design to one of its main competitors in the studio-grade mic space, the Shure MV7+.
Come on, Razer, at least the pop filter could have been bright green, but no, it is just dark grey. You also get a nice, weighty stand in the box that threads onto the bottom of the mic, which is good for those without a dedicated mic arm. And, the USB-C port is now on the bottom of the mic, making it much easier to cable manage.
But what it lacks in design, the mic makes up for in specs. Let us reel them off, starting with the dual USB and XLR compatibility, 32-bit float support, built-in DSP audio processing, a 30mm dynamic capsule (almost double its predecessor), built-in shock absorber, manual gain control and a tap-to-mute sensor.
In terms of the mic itself, it is an end-address dynamic capsule microphone with a cardioid polar pattern, meaning you speak directly into the mic's end rather than the side.
Razer Seiren V3 Pro design and features: 4/5
For all of the other technical specs, I will list them down below:
- Sample Rate: 48/96 kHz
- Bit Rate: 24/32 Bit (supports 32-bit float via Synapse on Windows)
- Capsule: 30 mm Dynamic Capsule
- Polar Patterns: Cardioid
- Frequency Response: 50 Hz - 16 kHz
- Sensitivity: -50dB (1V/Pa at 1kHz)
- Max SPL: 150dB (XLR) / 125 dB (USB)
- Impedance: 300 Ω
- Signal to Noise Ratio: 74dB
- Adjustable Gain: 40dB
- Connection Type: USB Type C or XLR
- Power Required: 5V / 500 mA
- Mute Function: Touch Button with LED Indicator
- Material: Zinc Unibody
- Mounting Type: 5/8-27 Threaded Mount
- Dimensions: 90 x 213 x 90 mm / 3.55 x 8.39 x 3.55 in
- Approximate Weight: 670 g / 1.48 lbs
Razer Seiren V3 Pro Performance
Out of the box, the Seiren V3 Pro sounds pretty good and about what you would expect from a microphone at this price point, though it is a bit quieter than other options I have tested.
But once I plugged it in and started customising it with the Razer Synapse software, it just kept getting better and better. The sound is full and warm, with nice voice clarity. It did capture a few plosives initially, even with the pop filter attached, but once I moved the mic a bit further back, it was not an issue. It is at least on par, if not a bit better than my current mic, the Logitech G Blue Sona, which is impressive considering the price difference.
When you set up the mic in the software, there is an automatic gain test, followed by a background noise test, which allows Razer to tailor the mic to your personal speech and your environment.
For experienced streamers and audiophiles, this probably will not be helpful, but for beginners and for those looking to get into streaming, it offers a great starting point. And, honestly, that is probably the audience Razer is aiming at for this mic. The fact that it is USB and XLR means you can buy this when you are just starting out, then upgrade to an XLR setup when you are ready. It is future-proof.
And it is a similar scenario with the 32-Bit float support: for those experienced with mics who want everything set exactly to their preferences, you could argue this is not really needed. But, for inexperienced streamers, being able to just plug it in and stream without tinkering, knowing you are not going to peak no matter what you do, that is a pretty cool feature. It makes things simpler, if that is what you want.
There is a very decent amount of customisation available with Razer's Synapse software, including overall EQ, noise gate, noise suppression, compressor, limiter, reverb control, a stream mixer, and, of course, RGB customisation.
The touch-to-mute button works consistently, but I did not particularly like the manual gain adjustment wheel; it is more about how the gain level is shown via the RGB ring than the mechanism itself, since it is not really clear what level you are at.
Overall, this is clearly a studio-grade streaming microphone that will sound good whether you are a regular streamer or just starting out. There is a lot of personal preference when it comes to microphones, particularly because the software can adjust the mic's performance so much. If you bought this mic, you definitely will not be disappointed with how you sound. It is not going to sound significantly better than other options, but that does not mean it does not sound impressive. Because it does!
Razer Seiren V3 Pro performance: 4/5
Razer Seiren V3 Pro Value for Money
The Razer Seiren V3 Pro comes in at £249.99 / $249.99, putting it firmly in the studio-grade XLR microphone category.
Its biggest competitor is the Shure MV7+, a mic that also offers XLR and USB compatibility, but without 32-Bit float support. Shure's option is priced at £295 / $299, so it is priced slightly higher than Razer's new Seiren V3 Pro.
But on the cheaper side, you have the Rode PodMic USB, priced at £189.99 / $199.99. This mic also has XLR and USB compatibility, but lacks 32-bit float support, has no RGB, no AI noise suppression, no physical buttons and no included stand.
Razer Seiren V3 Pro value for money: 4/5
Razer Seiren V3 Pro Overall Thoughts
Overall, the Razer Seiren V3 Pro is a strong, accessible, and feature-rich studio-grade microphone. If you already have a bunch of Razer products, and you want a mic to start streaming or casting, it is incredibly easy to recommend.
But, if you are a more experienced streamer looking for a new mic, it is still a good option, but the performance and features might not be enough to justify going with the Seiren V3 Pro, particularly given that the Shure MV7+ is pretty close in price, and it is a more trusted brand in terms of studio-level mics.
If you want a mic you can plug in, start streaming, and sound studio-grade without fiddling, the Seiren V3 Pro is well worth a look, given its pro features. They will do a lot of the work without you even knowing!
Razer Seiren V3 Pro review score: 4/5
