(note: I wear glasses. I feel like this is important to mention with headsets >.>)
Honestly, I never expected headphones to make such a big difference in experience. My first headset was a 25$-ish headset that broke, so I decided well, lets try something a bit better from a reputable brand, and ended up buying this one for 40$, and it is worth every. single. cent. spent.
Audio is amazing, and it comes with an application you can download that allows you to tweak the sound depending on your use. It did seem a bit overwhelming at first, but its actually fairly simple to use once you get to understand it a bit.
The headset does feel a little tight on the head, but so far its not uncomfortable to use for long periods of time, as long as you put it on right. Even while using glasses, this feels ok on the head. If you put it on wrong however, like I did when I first got it, it would be very uncomfortable and even painful.
My only complaints would be that, because its all plastic and feels a bit hard, I get worried about breaking it and try to use it as gently as I can. However, I have seen a Youtuber do a review of this headset and he stretches it beyond what my heart can handle without breaking, so there's that little bit of relief found there xD. The 2nd complaint is the short wire length. Would have loved having it be a bit longer, but its not bad.
Overall, my experience with it has been pretty well. So well that, despite the 2 complaints I listed above, I'd still be willing to give this a 5/5. (edit: 4.5 now, due to below issue)
Edit: after using it for a couple months, this headset is amazing and is no longer as tight on the head. However, now I'm facing a new issue, and that is the mic wont fully retract into the headset and would get stuck like there is something blocking it from being pushed into its slot. This comes and goes and I have to use some level of force here and there to get it fully in, but out of fear of breaking it, I stopped doing that. Still, because I only use it for the pc, its not really much of an issue except when I'm eating. For that inconvenience, id drop the review to 4.5. Would still buy a steelseries though because its a fantastic audio experience.
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Almighty Audio
Steep your ears in incredible Almighty Audio to elevate your gaming experience. Arctis Nova 1 offers the Nova Acoustic System with custom-designed High Fidelity Drivers for stellar audio vibes that will leave you coming back for more.
Nova Acoustic System
360° Spatial Audio
Fully engage with your favorite world as immersive surround sound allows you to identify the direction of every critical step, reload, or vocal cue.
*Fully compatible with Tempest 3D Audio for PS5 / Microsoft Spatial Sound
Pro-grade Parametric EQ
Feel like an audio wizard with Sonar Software and adjust nearly every aspect of sound by using a professional-grade, 10-band Parametric EQ. With a couple of clicks, highlight the head pops and critical enemy footsteps by using presets made with the best esports players.
ComfortMax System
Ultra Lightweight & Slim
Drip check. The Arctis Nova 1's stylish profile weighs just 236g/0.52lbs, ensuring comfortable wear all day long. Your ears stay cool with AirWeave Memory Foam cushions, keeping you comfy throughout your gaming session.
Height-Adjustable
It's easy to find the perfect fit with 4-points of adjustability. The height-adjustable earcups work for any head size and the flexible, stretchy band distributes the weight evenly.
Noise-Cancelling Microphone
Your keyboard clacks and munching sounds turn lowkey in favor of your voice with the ClearCast Gen 2 mic. The bidirectional broadcast-quality mic lowers distracting sounds by up to 25dB. Retract your mic completely into the earcup for a sleeker look.
Multi-Platform Support
Your Arctis Nova 1 works with many gaming platforms, as the universal 3.5mm jack supports PC, Mac, PlayStation, Xbox or Switch. Also vibe on the go with your mobile device.
Onboard Controls
The controls you need are right at your fingertips, as you can easily adjust the volume of the headset and mute yourself when necessary with the touch of a button.
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| Wired - 3.5mm | Wired - 3.5mm | Wired USB-C (+3.5mm) | USB-C Dongle | Wired USB-C x 2 | 2x USB-C - WL Hub | USB Dongle (+3.5mm) |
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Hi-Fi Speakers
| Yes / Custom | Yes / Custom | Yes / Custom | Yes / Custom | Yes - Premium/Custom | Yes - Premium/Custom | Yes / Custom |
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Simultaneous Audio
| N/A | N/A | N/A | Yes - Mix 2.4GHz+BT | Yes - Mix 2.4GHz+BT | Yes - Mix 2.4GHz+BT | Yes - Mix 2.4GHz+BT |
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Battery Life
| N/A | N/A | N/A | 38 Hours | N/A | Non-Stop (2x22H) | 20H |
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USB-C Fast Charge
| N/A | N/A | N/A | Yes - 15min/6hrs | N/A | 15min/3hrs (Backup) | N/A |
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Ear Cushions
| AirWeave/Memory Foam | AirWeave/Memory Foam | AirWeave/Memory Foam | AirWeave/Memory Foam | VeganLeather/MemFoam | VeganLeather/MemFoam | AirWeave/Memory Foam |
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Primary Platforms
| PC/PS/XB/SW/MAC/MOB | PC/PS/XB/SW/MAC/MOB | PC/PS/SW/MAC/MOB *XB | PC/PS/SW/MAC/MOB | PC/PS/SWITCH/MAC | PS/PC/SW/MAC/MOB | PC/PS/SW/MAC |
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Weight
| 236g/.52lbs | 236g/.52lbs | 253g/.55lbs | 324g/.71lbs | 294g/.65lbs | 336g/.74lbs | 367g/.81lbs |
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Retractable Mic
| Noise Cancelling | Noise Cancelling | AI Noise Cancelling | AI Noise Cancelling | AI Noise Cancelling | AI Noise Cancelling | Noise Cancelling |
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Prism RGB Lighting
| N/A | N/A | Dual Zone RGB | N/A | N/A | N/A | N/A |
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Quality vs price is excellent
I wanted something I could use for my ps4 pro my Xbox series s and my surface book 2. This does all three so I don't have to have multiple headsets. It may not be wireless but for 60 bucks all 3 systems are covered. Sound quality is great for gaming. Mic quality is very good for gaming and it also sounds good in discord according to my clan mates. Music sounds good on it as well. Lastly it is very comfortable...if it holds up build quality wise I have no complaints. Will update review if problems arise...
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I wanted something I could use for my ps4 pro my Xbox series s and my surface book 2. This does all three so I don't have to have multiple headsets. It may not be wireless but for 60 bucks all 3 systems are covered. Sound quality is great for gaming. Mic quality is very good for gaming and it also sounds good in discord according to my clan mates. Music sounds good on it as well. Lastly it is very comfortable...if it holds up build quality wise I have no complaints. Will update review if problems arise...
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