Great choice, I love these headphones. Glad you enjoyed and hope you enjoy future content.

Nice which kit?

@@evanmarch4142 The leather kit from Astros themselves. Completely changed the sound of the headset.

Well I hope I answered all the questions you may have had. Either way enjoy the new headphones. Can’t go wrong with either pair.

I have both. Used a50s for about 2 years now and just got the nova pro wireless a few weeks ago. Although I like them both and nova pro definitely had better directional sound for picking up footsteps, the cons of the novas were just to much. The anc mic in the ear cup, the mic sounded like dookie, and voice from discord or game chat sounded like it was coming from a intercom. For the price of them, I didn’t see the worth so I’m returning the novas and going back to my a50s

Welcome! Glad you enjoyed.

Do u have wired of wireless. Can’t choose

Are you using the sonar software at all or just flat out of the box?

Pretty much if you want wireless freedom away from your desk or the blue tooth go wireless. If not. Go wired. Either way won’t be disappointed.

@@evanmarch4142 But is the sound better wired ? And want to buy a astro or nova for COd only

Lmao

Welcome! Ya the price is the one downside of these. But you are buying the right time as both black friday and cyber monday are here. If they are going on sale, now is the time!

Try Amazon's refurbished program. I got mine for $237 and they were good as new with all the in the box items included. They just don't come in the original packaging. Saved myself over $100.

Lucky you in my country, it's 500$

broke ass

Welcome! And thank you for the comment.

So I’m not quite sure I haven’t use the 9x. But I am sure the sound quality will be similar on Xbox. On pc the pros support spacial audio and not sure if the 9x do. But the extra money is for sure the features of the pros. Extra batteries, noise cancellation. Pass through. Multiple usb. Let me know which way you go!

No these are the older model. They are the Xbox version hence the green. They no longer sell them. Was funny when I was streaming with a green screen those parts would be transparent.

It's a old pair of a50s. Older gen no dolby atmosphere. Not the best a50 comparison

Yes the big problem is the firmware update. I had issues when doing that with the dock. It would be nice for them to add dual connectivity to those and allow for both Xbox and pc.

No the mic only works on the wireless connection side. You would want to look at the virtuoso xt review on my channel. Those can do both.

No as far as I know it is only windows. Not many companies has taken on the mess that is the max sound system. Apple still has not put in a control panel of any sort where you can control application audio. Only company that I know is Elgato with their lines of wave products.

Nope, seems like Logitech is transferring the tech to their pro line of headphones.

100% nova’s you can literally choose an EQ for specific games which can boost certain footsteps in different games. I have noticed a huge difference since switching to these headphones.

You are welcome. Are you picking up either pair?

Be sure to adjust your sound in GG, Makes a HUGE difference.

Ooof no I haven’t heard of that. I did not buy the Xbox approved version as I was only going to use this for my PCs. Did you have the plug in the right one? I know only one of the usb ports is the Xbox approved just double check that it is the right one and test again. Let me know how it goes!

@@evanmarch4142 yeah it was in the right one it was a known issue. I returned them and been sticking with my astro a50 gen 4 since I returned them. I was thinking of giving them another run but haven't seen ifnthe issue was fixed

What was bothering you with the 9’s ? Was it is the ear cups? Yes depending on other software you maybe running multiple recorders if using nvidia as well. I would say Astros are better for comfort but third party cushions and steel series is top tier. Let me know what you decide.

Agreed. Playing battlefield with either of these headsets is just a fantastic audio experience. With everything going on around you.

Now that is a deal! Yep even better for that price!

I would try either a different usb cable first. The. I would uninstall the software, reinstall and try again. If both doesn’t work try on a different computer to update.

Try a different computer I've seen that work for people

Yep. Best decision I made for the novas.

Ya big reason why I went with these is the multiple connections. And thank you! Glad you enjoyed!

Actually three with the line in port.

Same. Everything you ever needed in one pair of headphones.

Nice good find. I’ll look into these and find what the differences are.

@@evanmarch4142 👍🏼

what are the differences though?

I’m not quite sure as I don’t have the 7x to test. But I would compare them on a website for specs. I’m sure they are close in sound quality just without all the options of the artis’.

Haha. First comment about it.

I think so right? I would have to see the list of headphones released in 2022. But I can’t think of anything better.

I just got the Nova's today no interference issues as of yet. I'm kind of concerned now that you bought it up. I had the OG Arctic Pro Wireless ones no issues PC/PS4/PS5. I honestly bought the original OG back in 2018 because of interface issues I had with the OG Astro A50's (5Ghz vs. 2.4Ghz). I got the Xbox versions even thought I would more often use them on my PS5 because it's just an added bonus that they would on an Xbox. I would recommend that version only unless you have not desire to own an Xbox and you game on both a PC and a PS5. I wish it was an adapter, so one wouldn't have to have special Xbox headphones (maybe it is I hadn't done any research). Also they don't appear to work on M1 Macs, which is odd. I don't plan to use them on a Mac, other than to change some settings and upgrade the firmware. I had to boot up an old gaming PC to do the firmware update which sucked. Years ago the software would work on a Mac, hopefully this gets sorted out...

What kind of interference were you getting? Was it a buzzing? Did you have anything plugged into the aux in port?

Well I can assure you I have had zero interference issues with mine. But yes, the different versions is silly but that is on Xbox not steel series. I think it is only for party chat I believe they can be used for audio but have not tested. This is something I need to test.

@@evanmarch4142 When I first got the Astro’s back in 2014/15 I immediately had interference issues, but I was able to fix it with adjusting my WIFI from either the top half of 5Ghz, or the bottom half (I forget). In 2017 I moved to a larger apartment, and needed a Wireless Mesh system, which didn’t let me control the bands. I had way to much 5Ghz going on, and the Astro’s wouldn’t work at all. Fast forward to now, I’m in a house with Ethernet in all the rooms, so I’m sure I wouldn’t have issues today. Anyway, this is why I originally went with the Steelseries (because they were 2.4Ghz). The swappable batteries was a huge plus as well…lol

@Jermain Murray Wow ya that makes sense and also I noticed that the Arctis pros can go a lot further in my house without cutting out than the Astros did. And that makes sense as to why.

I would have to recommend the nova's due to the ability to change the presets in side the GG to match the game. Or you can even tune the EQ yourself and make the footsteps louder.

What happened during the initial setup? Curious.

@@evanmarch4142 I couldn’t get the headset’s firmware updated properly. Astro’s software from their own website would only update to a firmware release from 2019. I then tried the Microsoft store app of Astro Command Center, which wouldn’t even recognize the headset. Tried to reach out to Astro support and got worthless answers, copy and pasted prompts of “turn it off and on again”. I could tell Astro had no control over themselves anymore and at some point in this Logitech acquisition, Astro and their former product support, got left behind. They simply told me to return the product to Best Buy, with zero help given. I persisted however and tried the ACC app on Xbox to see if maybe it would work. The headset was detected and finally I found the answer of what was wrong, as it showed the firmware version I needed. Going to Astros website, I tried finding the files to update manually, as ACC allows such. Of course however, they don’t exist on Astro’s site. Had to go to Reddit to find the file. Went back to the broken version of ACC from Astros site, and tried updating. Fail. Wtf. Had to then find the little pin button to pretty much wipe the headset. At that point the software allowed me to update to the latest firmware, and voilà, they were up to date and worked finally. I honestly should just make a video about this experience because it was atrocious and I can’t imagine the average consumer would go through such a hassle. For $260+, you shouldn’t have to resort to Reddit to even get the product working.

To be fair. I didn’t really compare the sound quality. I mostly did the features. And the new A50’s don’t add any other feature other than atmos.

Same, did switch for the bova because the connection lost was an issue

Seems like a common issue with these.

What do you mean, cannot use them on KZfaq? I use mine, they do work. Any other known issues?

Ya I’m curious. What doesn’t work?

Yes but still goes through the base. There is no shortcut on the headphones right?

@@evanmarch4142 you can activate the hub menu from the volume wheel and scroll through using the volume wheel. Thats what i mean

Ok. Yes I am aware of that. Thank you!

@@evanmarch4142 no problem. Was just letting it be known. Also stinks you cant use sonar on xbox

Ya silly to this day that Xbox still uses their proprietary audio.

You sure did! Enjoy them!

wonder if ps5 is any different for the features

Nice ya huge plus with the external battery. But it will worth it on the long run.

Feel the same way. I never did have that happen with my A50’s though.

Wow. But that is in local currency or converted to USD?

@@evanmarch4142 that’s local, converted it’s a little over $500usd

Wow that is crazy. But I guess all electronics are like that?

Wages are much better in Australia. It easily offsets the increased cost. Here in America the federal minimum wage is only $7.25 an hour and in Australia it is $21.38 an hour. Australia is better in almost every way, be grateful.

Wow! Is it really. I thought Canada was high with the $15. That trumps us then.

At the time of filming I dont think these were available. But I have since picked them up, So I will try them out.

@@evanmarch4142 do take the time to calibrate the eq afterwards sir. huge difference in sound picture ;)

Will do for sure. Thanks for the tip.

These reviews don’t mention it because they get these sets for free just to talk nice things about the headset.

I didn’t mention it in this video, but I didn’t mention it in my original review. I had the same discomfort but fixed it by adjusting the head band. And since I did that I do not have the pain from those anc nubs. Try that before you return.

@@evanmarch4142 just makes it a terrible hoax review when you dont bring up a massive con like that. Majority of ppl cant just adjust the headset to fix the issue and I'm also one of them. Massive design flaw, its crazy that they even went on with it to the market

could've just bought some wicked cushions. it fixes the issue

I just bought them and my goodness. They are so comfortable! Cannot recommend more.

Do they require a dac?

@@evanmarch4142 not necessarily , sound is awesome as is it, but will improve the sound even more

@@theFoxxx866 Had the MMX300 also at home. For me personaly the nova pro is better. I can hear footsteps better. Don´t know how I should explain it... the nove is a little bit more precize. I also had the JBL Quantum 910, HyperX Cloud Alpha, Razer Blackshark v2 and Audeze Penrose. The nova pro was the best of them all.

Yep. Are you using sonar custom eq’s for fps footsteps?

@@evanmarch4142 yes. another youtuber posted some eq settings. But yesterday arrived the nova pro wired and the epos h3pro hybrid... in my ears the wired version is not better than the wireless... only tested in csgo. but the epos.... damn... out of the box i had never so clear footsteps. i don,t know how to explain, but at the epos the footsteps are so damn clear. i can exactly follow in my mind where the enemy is. it is a lot better than the nova and the rest i tested. i will try to get maybe more out per sonar with the nova, because the nova has a bit more comfort. In the gun fight the steps going down in the nova, the epos is clear as hell and you can hear when you are in a fight, where the other enemys are walking. it's really difficult to describe. but i dont kmow how to set sonar for that clearnes as the epos has.

@Kano Gomez oh dang. Might have to take a look at these.

Thank you!

What if you go directly on from the controller?

@@evanmarch4142 even worse....

Oooooooff. Well that is a let down.

Must be a PlayStation problem cause with my xsx they are very loud. I’ve never came close to full volume. I haven’t used them on my ps5 yet I hope it’s not a issue.

Let us know if you do get to try them. Could be just that pair.

Yes that is true. Bass is something the Astros do better.

There is a jack on the wireless if you want better sound and don’t mind the wire. It’s the best of both worlds.

@@UofARollTide I wasn’t aware of that. So, thank you. I appreciate you telling me that. Have a good day!

That would be nice.

Yep. Hard to improve the best. But they found a way.

Ya, that is very unfortunate. So an extra $40 on top of the 249. $50 more for the Steel Series, tough decision!

You don’t need an adapter.

With the adapter u can't run 120fps on 4k so it's trash - use them with usb only

Ya no way giving that up for voice comms.

But what if they want wireless?

Ya never was a fan of the green.