When it comes to gaming, you can dive hard or you can stay in the shallow end. You can buy all the current gen consoles and upgrade your PC with a graphics card that costs the same as a mid-tier cruiseship holiday, or you can be satisfied with Peggle on your work laptop. Either way, you should never scrimp on the most important machine you’ll ever own: your human body. Not everybody is sold on the idea of dropping a few hundred bucks on a desk chair, but the ones that aren’t all have one thing in common. They’ve never sat on a desk chair that costs a few hundred bucks. AndaSeat is a giant in the world of gaming chairs, with a heritage that includes high end sports car seat design and dedicated esports furniture. The latest model from this peerless manufacturer is the Kaiser 4, and we’re here—along with AndaSeat’s CEO, Lin Zhou, and Product Manager, Zhao Yi—to break down the specs of this innovative new gaming chair.But first, here’s a quick overview of the Kaiser 4’s features.Like any gaming chair worthy of the description, the Kaiser 4 looks cool, has an adjustable rocker, and boasts a wide range of possible adjustments. But it comes a whole lot more than that, including 4-level pop-out lumbar support, 4-way built-in adjustment, a magnetic head pillow, and 5D armrests—that’s at least one dimension more than you’ve probably experienced before in an armrest.It also comes in two materials: a breathable, high-quality linen in two colors and sustainable PVC leather in ten different colors, including “robin egg blue”, “zen purple”, and “blazing orange”. Those are the headlines, but how does a chair like that come together?Technologies
“We have integrated several new technologies in the AndaSeat Kaiser 4”, reveals Zhao Yi, “including sophisticated ergonomic design software, high-density cold-cure foam, and superiorupholstery materials that offer breathability and durability.
“Additionally, the chair features a sturdy adjustable mechanism that allows users to personalize their seating experience”.
According to Lin Zhou, these technologies place the Kaiser 4 at the forefront, “due to its advanced ergonomic design, high-quality materials, and customizable features”.
MaterialsAndaSeat evidently invested significant time researching the Kaiser 4's constituent materials, prioritizing both resilience and comfort.
Zhao Yi details the components. “The AndaSeat Kaiser 4 utilizes high-density cold-cured foam, premium leather or fabric covering, and a reinforced steel frame.
“These materials”, he clarifies, “were selected for their durability, comfort, and visual appeal. The high-density foam offers lasting support, while the premium covering ensures breathability and simple maintenance”.
This is crucial. If you're like us, your gaming chair is your most frequently used piece of furniture (during waking hours, at least), so it needs to be both comfortable and sturdy.
As Lin Zhou explains, “high-quality materials guarantee the chair can endure lengthy gaming sessions without deformation or comfort loss. Furthermore, breathable materials help regulate temperature, minimizing discomfort during prolonged use”.
ManufacturingEach AndaSeat Kaiser 4 requires over a week to manufacture, via a process combining automated and manual contributions from engineers and testers.
“Our quality control process comprises multiple phases of testing and inspection”, says Zhao Yi. “This starts with material testing to guarantee durability and safety, followed by ergonomic testing to confirm comfort and support”.
Once all these tests and inspections are complete, the chair is prepared for final assembly.
“Each chair is assembled and function-tested, and a final inspection verifies that all parts meet our quality standards before packaging and shipping”.
If you wish to receive one of these shipments, visit the AndaSeat website and explore the Kaiser 4 page for more information.