SeekerAstro Gaming A50
Astro’s new A50 touts a new charging station and better controls, but still doesn’t put out the audio you might expect from a $300 pair of headphones.
-- As reviewed by PCWorld
Product details
- Astro Audio V2: Immersive Audio and sound experience that delivers dialogue, music and in game sound clearly
- Dolby Audio: Dolby Audio delivers a cinematic, high resolution gaming audio experience
- Battery life: 15 plus hour rechargeable lithium ion battery
- Game: Voice balance: Gives the user total control over the mix of the game and chat Audio
- Astro command center software: The free Astro command center software gives players complete control over their audio experience, which includes voice communication and game Audio settings; Available on windows 10, Xbox 1 and Mac.
- USB sound card functionality: When using PC, USB sound card functionality provides game: Voice balance, game and voice streaming; No optical cables needed
- Mod Kit ready: For even more customization, the optional A50 Mod Kit allows users to add synthetic leather headband and ear cushions for improved noise isolation; Only compatible with A50 wireless Headset Gen 4
PROS
+ Charging station makes it easy to stay powered up
+ Crystal-clear mic capabilities
+ Intuitive and powerful on-headset controls
CONS
- Price—this thing is expensive
- Sound isn't what you might expect for $300
- Base station takes up plenty of desk space
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By PCWorld on November 30, 2016
Astro’s new A50 touts a new charging station and better controls, but still doesn’t put out the audio you might expect from a $300 pair of headphones.
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