SAN DIEGO, June 22, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- In its ongoing
commitment to esports, leading gaming headset and audio accessory
maker Turtle Beach Corporation (NASDAQ: HEAR) today announced a new
partnership with Astralis – one of the most prolific
Counter-Strike: Global Offensive (CS: GO) teams in
the world. In tandem, Turtle Beach also revealed it's bringing its
groundbreaking Elite Pro Tournament Gaming Headset to PC
gamers with the all-new Elite Pro – PC Edition,
planned to launch this July.
Astralis is one of the most successful CS: GO teams
around the globe, having already won IEM Katowice and the ESL Major
in Atlanta, and consistently held
the top spot in world rankings in 2017. Through this new
partnership, Astralis' world-beating CS: GO team will begin
using Turtle Beach's new Elite Pro – PC Edition
gaming headset and other Turtle Beach gear and accessories as they
continue to dominate the competitive CS: GO scene. In
addition, Astralis' players will be a key part of Turtle Beach's
future product development process, ensuring the needs of the best
pro players in the world are being met in the next generation of
Turtle Beach gaming audio products designed for PC.
"I can't think of a better way to strengthen our presence in the
PC gaming market and to fortify the foundation for sustained
success, than by joining forces with one of the most preeminent
esports organizations in the world and arming them with what's
arguably the best gaming headset available," said Juergen Stark, CEO, Turtle Beach Corporation.
"With so many console gamers, pro players and teams already
enjoying the Elite Pro since its debut last
year, we knew we needed to extend this offering to
gamers playing on PC too. This new partnership with Astralis
continues to show that the best gamers in the world choose to work
with Turtle Beach, and not only are we excited to jointly debut our
new Elite Pro – PC Edition together, but we're
looking forward to working with them to bring even more
groundbreaking gaming headsets to the PC space in the future."
"Whether it's about facilities, equipment, training or events,
at RFRSH we're always working to achieve the optimum and to improve
further – and this was a key mindset as we were looking to optimize
the teams' and players' audio equipment," said Jordi Roig, Chief Commercial Officer, RFRSH
Entertainment – Astralis' management firm. "We were looking for a
company that was not only dedicated to excellent performance, but
one that would also be a true partner in every sense of the term,
and after an exhaustive search for a new audio partner for
Astralis, we're very pleased to welcome Turtle Beach to the team.
The Astralis players and staff have tested the Elite Pro
equipment extensively, and we truly believe, together with Turtle
Beach, Astralis will become a major part of creating a new standard
of PC audio products."
Full details for the Elite Pro – PC Edition
professional gaming headset include:
- ComforTec™ Fit System – Experience a groundbreaking new
level of comfort with this revolutionary, adjustable fit
system.
- Aerofit™ Ear Cushions – Revolutionary material
technologies combine to keep your ears comfortable and cool, while
also blocking out external noise and improving bass response.
- ProSpecs™ Glasses Relief System – Comfortably wear your
headset with glasses thanks to our patented, pressure-relieving
technology.
- DTS Headphone:X® Surround Sound Technology –
Creates a unique, immersive 7.1 channel soundstage around your head
so you can pinpoint the exact location of every sound.
- DTS Surround Sound Modes – Personalize your audio
preferences with surround sound modes specifically tuned for games,
movies and music.
- Superhuman Hearing™ – Gain the competitive advantage by
hearing every single sound around you, like other players
sneaking-up behind you and enemy weapon reloads around a corner
just before an ambush, and vehicles off in the distance bringing in
reinforcements. Hear Everything. Defeat Everyone.
- Pro Gaming Mic with TruSpeak™ Technology – Ensure your
voice is heard loud and clear with this professional quality
mic.
- 50mm Nanoclear™ Speakers – Immerse yourself in the game
and hear your teammates clearly, thanks to our signature esports
audio tuning and large, powerful 50mm speakers.
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Additional ELITE PRO Products –
Visit www.turtlebeach.com/elite-pro-headsets
The Elite Pro – PC Edition is available for
pre-order at www.turtlebeach.com and participating retailers
starting today, and is planned to launch this July for a MSRP of
$199.95.
For more information on the latest Turtle Beach gaming headsets
and audio accessories, visit www.turtlebeach.com, and be sure to
follow Turtle Beach on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.
About Astralis
Astralis is a leading esports
organization, with one of the world's best Counter-Strike:
Global Offensive teams. The organization is the first ever to
be co-owned by the players in the esports industry. Learn more at
http://www.astralis.gg and on Twitter @astralisgg.
About Turtle Beach Corporation
Turtle Beach
(www.turtlebeach.com) has been revolutionizing console multiplayer
gaming since the very beginning with its wide selection of industry
leading, award-winning gaming headsets. Whether you're a
professional esports athlete, hardcore gamer, casual player or just
starting out, Turtle Beach has the gaming headset to help you truly
master your skills. Innovative and advanced technology, amazing
audio quality, clear communication, lightweight and comfortable
designs and ease-of-use are just a few features that have made
Turtle Beach a fan-favorite brand for gamers the world over. Made
for Xbox and PlayStation® consoles as well as for PC,
Mac® and mobile/tablet devices, having a Turtle Beach
gaming headset in your arsenal gives you the competitive advantage.
The Company's shares are traded on the NASDAQ Exchange under the
symbol: HEAR.
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