PRESS RELEASE
Jönköping, Sweden, November 28, 2008
QPAD, the gaming gear company famed for its cutting-edge mousepads, is together with German headphone specialist beyerdynamic launching a new headset at Dreamhack Winter, Nov. 27-30, at Elmia Exhibition Centre, in Jönköping, Sweden. The QPAD headset sets new standards for gaming headsets.
With its new QH-1339 headset for gamers, QPAD clearly associates itself with the highest of standards and a top-of-the-line brand in gaming headsets.
The QH-1339 headset was created jointly with beyerdynamic. The closed construction absorbs external sounds by approximately 18 decibels (dBA), which makes the immaculate reproduction of sound possible even in loud environments and turbulent LAN parties; you can now hear even the smallest details in the game that you have never been able to hear before.
The deep bass allow explosions in video games to detonate so realistically that you are almost swept out of your chair. The frequency response goes from an impressive 5Hz – 30KHz equivalent to a professional studio headphone.
"We at QPAD feel privileged and excited that we have been given the opportunity of teaming up with one of the world’s absolute leading developers of professional headphones as beyerdynamic truly is,” says Thomas Gallus Jensen, Sales Director of QPAD. And he adds: "We are confident that the QH-1339 headset will be at the top of every gamers’ wish list, as it is nothing but first class in every aspect. This is also why we dare to give out a 5-year warranty on it”.
The QH-1339 is technologically based on a pilot headset developed for private aviation. Computer gamers also profit from the robust construction and the precision of the audio transmission. Both pilots and gamers must have lightning fast reactions that leave no time for hesitation about the correctness of a decision.
The enclosed USB adapter fully replaces the sound card in the PC and does not only provide maximum sound quality; it also makes the operation matchlessly simple. In addition, all of the headset parameters, such as the microphone sensitivity, can also be set using the driver software. Just remove the USB adapter and the QH-1339 headset fits every standard audio device with its mini-jack plug – a portable music player, for example, or the stereo system in the living room. Here as well, the QH-1339 gives it’s listener the feeling of being there live at all times.
The professional condenser microphone also meets the very highest demands. It reliably eliminates noise interference and only allows the intended sound to pass to your counterpart. In doing so, the sound quality is so good that the microphone capsule, technically speaking, is even suitable for recording music.
“We at beyerdynamic are looking forward to this long-term strategic partnership with QPAD” says Bastian Ziebart, Product Manager at beyerdynamic, adding: “QPAD possesses a vast knowledge in gaming just as we do in electro acoustics. This combination makes this an ideal partnership, which we are all very happy about, and there no doubt will be more exciting gaming products coming out of our partnership in the future.” 
About QPAD:
QPAD built its success on a grassroots commitment to the gaming community. Like you, we thrive in the madness of competition and embrace the free spirit of gaming. Our sponsorship of the Q Tour, communities, cups, tournaments, teams and LAN parties reflects this commitment. The knowledge we’ve gained has fed into our development of high quality products that have a great performance and given many a winning edge. For more information on QPAD, visit the official website: http://www.qpad.se
About beyerdynamic:
beyerdynamic GmbH & Co. KG was founded in 1924 and has over the years gained a first-class leading role at the market in headphones, microphones and conference systems. Due to decades of experience and a commitment to continuous research and innovative developments, the microphones, headphones, wireless systems and conference systems from beyerdynamic enjoy a high reputation throughout the world. All products are developed and particularly handcrafted in Germany. So behind each individual product is a little passion and know-how for an excellent sound experience. For more information on beyerdynamic, visit the official website: http://www.beyerdynamic.com
PREMIUM GAMING HEADSET
The QH-1339 is ideal for all gaming, multimedia and voice over
IP applications as well as for use with mp3 or Hi-Fi systems. The
technology of the QH-1339 is based on an aviation headset, perfected for the difficult conditions of noisy cockpits and now adapted to the special demands of lan parties and long gaming sessions. The closed design guarantees absolute undisturbed enjoyment of game and sound combined with a high comfort due to soft replaceable ear and headband pads. The QH-1339 exceeds all expectations in terms
of performance, sound and comfort.
QH-1339 Features
• 5-year warranty
• Closed headphone. Reduces surrounding sounds with approx.18 dBa
• Superb studio quality with brilliant highs and very deep bass (5 - 30.000Hz)
• Noise-cancelling c microphone for crystal clear communication.
• Rugged steel headband with soft replaceable ear and headband pads.
• USB sound card with volume control and microphone mute function.
Modell: QPAD®|QH-1339 Premium Gaming Headset
Other: Including USB soundcard
Art.Nr. 3300
EAN: 7350020290640
QH-1339 Technical Specifications
Headphone
Transducer type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Dynamic
Operating principle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Closed
Frequency response . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 - 30,000 Hz
Nominal impedance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32 Ω per system
Nominal SPL . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .96 dB
T.H.D. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . < 0.2%
Power handling capacity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100 mW
Sound coupling to the ear . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Circumaural
Ambient noise attenuation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . approx. 18 dBA
Headband pressure . . . . . .. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3.5 N
Weight with microphone and cable. . . . . . . . . . .380 g
Cable length and type. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2.5 m, straight cable
Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Mini stereo jack plug (3.5 mm)
Microphone
Transducer type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Condenser (back electret)
Operating principle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Pressure gradient
Polar Pattern. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .Cardioid
Power supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .AB powering
Supply voltage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1.5 - 9 V
Current consumption. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .<0.5 mA
Nominal impedance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . approx. 1.5 kΩ
Open circuit voltage at f = 1 kHz . . . . . . . . . . .20 mV / Pa
Frequency response . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30 - 18,000 Hz
T.H.D. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .0.2% at f = 1 kHz
Max. SPL. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 120 dB
Microphone output . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . unbalanced
Dimensions
Length mic boom. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .approx. 150 mm
Capsule diameter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 mm
Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Mini stereo jack plug (3.5 mm)
Ring and tip: AF, shaft: ground
USB converter Connections
PC/MAC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 x USB Type A (M); cable length 1.5 m
Audio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2 x stereo jack sockets (3.5 mm)
Operating system. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Windows®, MAC
Operating temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 0 °C - +60 °C
Storage temperature . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .-20 °C - +60 °C
Dimensions L x W x H . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76 x 30 x 16 mm
Weight with cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 g
