SteelSeries Siberia Raw Prism Specifications, Tests and Review

Headphone type
Full size
Connectivity
Wired
Frequency Response
20 - 20000 Hz
Sensitivity
94 dB
Impedance
32 Ohm

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SteelSeries Siberia Raw Prism Full Specifications and Details

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DESIGN AND DIMENSIONS SteelSeries Siberia Raw Prism
Product Type Headset - wired
Colour White
Recommended Use Game console, computer

The SteelSeries Siberia Raw Prism are wired headphones. In the case of studio and professional DJ headphones, a wired connection is a standard and a necessity. In this case, connecting via cable reduces audio transmission delays and prevents unwanted battery drain as it would be in case of wireless headphones. The same is de facto true for gaming headsets. In case of headphones for normal music listening, the cable is rather a relic, although it still has its fans. However, the wireless option is much more popular for everyday use in today’s world.

The design of the headphones is around the ears. Because of this design, the headphone envelops the entire ear and isolates the ear better from surrounding noise when listening compared to for example on-ear headphones. With that, they offer high-quality listening without interference. However, they are most likely heavier by design and less practical for frequent carrying.

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SOUND QUALITY SteelSeries Siberia Raw Prism
Headphones Form Factor Full size
Connectivity Technology Wired
Sound Output Mode Stereo
Frequency Response 20 - 20000 Hz Better than 64 % of headphones rated.
Sensitivity 94 dB Worse than 88 % of headphones rated.
Impedance 32 Ohm

The sound quality can be affected by many factors. When it comes to frequency range, the wider it is, the more detail you will hear when listening. However, the range a person can perceive is highly individual. The average person is able to perceive frequencies in the range of 16 to 20 000 Hz. So the most common frequency range you will see on the market is 20 to 20,000 Hz. Lower frequencies up to approximately 256 Hz are considered bass frequencies. Therefore, the lower the bottom value is, the better the headphones will reproduce bass. Conversely, values from approximately 2 048 Hz upwards are treble. That is why headphones with a high upper value will provide a much more accurate reproduction of high notes. SteelSeries Siberia Raw Prism offers a frequency range of 20 - 20000 Hz. The sensitivity parameter determines how sensitively the headphones can receive the signal from the source. The higher the sensitivity value, the louder the headphones will be able to play with less power consumption. In general, a higher listening volume also means a higher power load for the connected device. So if you're buying headphones to listen to music from your mobile phone, for example, this is relevant to think about as you don't want to drain your phone's battery too much. Lower values around 85 dB are more suitable for listening in more quiet environments (for example, at home or in the office). Medium values of around 90 dB can provide good listening quality in noisier environments (for example, on public transport or in cafés). Headphones with high sensitivity values of around 100 dB or more are designed for really noisy environments, such as concerts. The SteelSeries Siberia Raw Prism has 94 dB.

The device connected to the headphones also plays a role most times. The lower impedance value (approximately 100 to 150 Ohms) is suitable for playback from mobile phones, laptops or other portable players that do not have a powerful enough amplifier. The lower impedance will ensure that the required volume level is achieved with less power, thus extending the life of the player. However, at the same time, with lower impedance, there is more distortion of the sound. Headphones with a higher impedance of around 250 Ohms and above are then more suitable for playback from really powerful signal sources or using a headphone amplifier, otherwise the sound coming out of them might not be loud enough. At the same time, higher-impedance headphones will also ensure less distortion in the sound. In the case of these headphones, the impedance reaches the 32 Ohm value.

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MICROPHONE SteelSeries Siberia Raw Prism
Microphone Operation Mode Mono
Frequency Response 50 - 16000 Hz Better than 84 % of headphones rated.
Audio Input Details Omni-directional - 50 - 16000 Hz
Sensitivity -38 dB

The microphone sensitivity is -38 dB. A lower microphone sensitivity will generally ensure that even quieter sounds are caught. On the other hand, in noisier environments, distortion of the recording may occur. With a higher sensitivity, the microphone will not distort the recording even in noisy environments. On the other hand, the microphone will not pick up quieter sounds. So it depends on the environment and the purposes you plan to use the headphones for.

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CABLE SteelSeries Siberia Raw Prism
Cable Type USB cable - 1.5 m
FEATURES SteelSeries Siberia Raw Prism
Additional Functions LED lights
CONNECTIONS SteelSeries Siberia Raw Prism
Connector Type USB (4 PIN USB Type A)

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