SteelSeries has always had some of the absolute best gaming headsets on the market, spanning back over a decade to some of the first peripherals I ever tested, they’ve been a continued force in the eSports market and the enthusiast at-home gaming market. Now, they’re introducing a new all-white version of their award-winning Arctis Nova Pro series, and they look better than ever!
The SteelSeries launched the Arctis Nova Pro series has been with us for a couple of years now, and it’s still one of my favourites. It’s already one of the best-looking and most feature-rich headsets, but the new aesthetic certainly helps take it to the next level
What SteelSeries Had to Say
“Whether it’s gaming on the go, listening to Spotify while commuting on the train or bus, watching Netflix on the couch or an airplane, taking a Zoom call and needing to tune out the noise in a shared apartment, workspace, or coffee shop, at the home office with furry kids running around, in the gym or basketball court, playing some Call of Duty MW III or Mario or Animal Crossing at home, or creating and editing “get ready with me” videos for TikTok or Instagram, and so much more… the white Nova Pro Wireless headphones let you do it in style with the “it” colour for Spring 2024.
Features
Elite performance comes standard for the Arctis Nova Pro series. Inspired by audiophile listening rooms devoid of noise and providing full audio control, that complete acoustic experience has been recreated within a pair of gaming headphones that comes fully stocked with state-of-the-art features.
Block the white noise and completely transport to another world like never before as Active Noise Cancellation (ANC). The advanced 4-mic hybrid system removes outside sounds, while mics inside the earcups balance the audio for optimal clarity. For taking in surroundings, Transparency Mode is just a button press away with adjustable hear-through levels to suit each situation.
Time is money and multi-tasking is mandatory. The Nova Pro Wireless offers players Simultaneous Game & Mobile Audio, so they play and communicate all ways with Quantum 2.0 Wireless. Gamers can mix two audio connections at the same time, engaging with friends over the phone while gaming on a PC or console. The powerful 2.4 GHz wireless is perfect for earning that in-game hot streak while using Bluetooth for calls, Discord, music, or podcasts.
A first in gaming, the Multi-System Connect hub allows for USB switching between multiple devices at the same time. Gamers can seamlessly swap between a PC, PlayStation, Switch, or mobile device with the press of a button, and without having to swap cables.
For those binge-watching Netflix or marathon gaming sessions, SteelSeries was the first brand to create a multi-battery solution. The Infinity Power System provides unlimited battery life and always keeps fans in the action with a dual-battery system. Low battery? No problem. With two hot-swappable batteries, gamers can simply reload and keep going for up to 22 hours per battery and charge the first battery while the second battery is in play.
Comfort is key. The ComfortMAX System is designed to accommodate any size or shaped head, offering 4-points of adjustment. The system includes height-adjustable, rotating ear cups, a flexible tension band, pivoting hangers, and a premium PVD-coated steel band that ensures long-term durability.
Because communication is key in gaming, the new AI-POWERED Noise Cancelling Microphone gives players crystal clear comms, while the Sonar Audio Suite silences all the background noise distractions from keyboards, computer fans, and much more. The ClearCast Gen 2 mic gives players a true advantage through the same bidirectional microphone design used by Formula 1 crews for crystal clear, natural sound with flawless noise cancellation.
Total control at the player’s fingertips. The Wireless Base Station acts as a command center across platforms and features adjustments for EQ, input device, volume, ChatMix, and much more on the fly, while never having to leave the game. The device remembers personal settings and a multi-function OLED display keeps users informed of battery life and other functions. For the ultimate sound experience on PlayStation or Xbox, players can select game audio EQ profiles that have been designed by a mix of pros, audio engineers, and game developers for popular games like Call of Duty: MWII, Destiny 2, Fortnite, Grand Theft Auto V, and more.
Price and Availability
The Arctis Nova Pro Series is available at SteelSeries and select retailers around the world for the following MSRP:
White Arctis Nova Pro Wireless (Xbox) – $349.99 (NA) |€379.99 (EMEA) |$379.99 (APAC)
White Arctis Nova Pro Wireless (PlayStation) – $349.99 (NA) |€379.99 (EMEA) |$379.99 (APAC)
SteelSeries Sonar Audio Suite – Free Download here.
Peter Donnell
As a child in my 40's, I spend my day combining my love of music and movies with a life-long passion for gaming, from arcade classics and retro consoles to the latest high-end PC and console games. So it's no wonder I write about tech and test the latest hardware while I enjoy my hobbies!