The earcups can be rotated when not in use so you can rest the headset around your neck during breaks in the action. With the headset at its largest setting, the headset still felt a bit tight on the top of my head and against my ears. As with the Arctis 7, I wished they offered a greater degree of adjustment. It stretches a bit to create a comfortable, suspension-aided fit on your head, and a Velcro fastener lets you adjust the fit somewhat. Jacqueline ThomasUnlike most headsets that use a telescoping mechanism to adjust for size, the Arctis line uses a ski-goggle-esque cloth band that loops around the headband.

Despite the use of actual metal (a rarity in the headset world), the headset is fairly light, weighing just 12.3 ounces. The headband and the hangers that connect it to the earcups are not plastic but metal for added durability. Along with the soft-touch coating on the earcups, the headband features a matte, gunmetal finish that lends the headset an air of quality and sophistication. The only spot of color on the all-black design are the customizable LEDs that form a ring around the outside of the earcups. The overall design is notably understated, particularly since some gaming headsets go for an aggressive, attention-seeking design. In fact, they’re nearly identical to the previous Arctis models, from the large oval earcups, ski-goggle-strap headband, and soft-touch coating on the surfaces.

It sells for $179.99.ĭesign and Features The Arctis line already boasted a professional-grade design, with premium materials and a comfortable fit, so it’s not surprising that the Arctis Pro headsets don’t feature a radical redesign. Finally there's also a vanilla 'Pro' model that's wired and without the gamedac, or wireless connectivity. Both headsets are physically the same, and differ only how they connect to their external boxes (among other small differences). Above it is the also-new $329.99 Arctis Pro Wireless, which lacks the GameDAC but provides lossless, lag-free 2.4GHz wireless audio along with Bluetooth. It offers an external GameDAC module that delivers high-fidelity sound along with easy access to settings and controls.

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