SteelSeries Arctis Pro Wireless Gaming Headset Review

Audio/Others by stefan @ 2019-02-22

The new Arctic Pro Wireless headset is easy to set up, while the multitude of configuration options can be accessed either using the base station or SteelSeries Engine 3. Thanks to the chassis materials, the headset is quite light, while the adjustable woven sky google fabric suspension headband makes sure it will fit all head sizes and shapes. As the manufacturer does explain, only the Arctis Pro + GameDAC offering is fully Hi-Res audio certified, since the 2.4GHz wireless tech cannot support sampling rates higher than 48K. Even in this situation, we do find the same Hi-Res drivers as with the wired (GameDAC) version, while the 2.4GHz transmission mode used is lossless, for high-fidelity purposes.

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Packaging, A Closer Look Part I

SteelSeries current wireless gaming headset flagship is the Arctis Pro Wireless model, which improves upon the Siberia 840 model by including dual Bluetooth + 2.4GHz lossless capabilities, Hi-res capable 40mm neodymium drivers and more!

 

The product is shipped inside a medium-sized cardboard enclosure, featuring the updated box-art; right from the top cover, we will learn that the product is compatible for both PC and PS4 consoles (we would also like to add here mobile devices):

 

 

 

SteelSeries has added a list of awards that have been received by the Arctis Pro line:

 

 

 

On the opposite area of the packaging, we will learn of the included cables and rest of the bundle, but also read a list regarding the technical specifications:

 

 

 

On the back side, we will get to see a photo of the complete setup and some more explanations regarding the hardware:

 

 

 

The headset is held secure inside the box, thanks to a custom black plastic mold:

 

 

 

Besides the Arctis Pro Wireless headset, we will also receive the base station with OLED display, but also a separate cardboard enclosure, that includes the rest of the accessories:

 

 

 

The Arctis line of headsets is renowned for being very comfortable thanks to the included athletics-inspired Airweave fabric ear cushions that house the Hi-Res audio drivers:

 

 

 

 

The outside covers are held with magnets and are easy removable; the lightweight steel and aluminum alloy components of the frame ensure a sturdy construction:

 

 

 

 

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