SteelSeries Arctis Nova Elite: Premium Gaming Sound at a Premium Price
▼ Summary
– SteelSeries has launched the Arctis Nova Elite, a high-end wireless gaming headset that is the first Hi-Res certified model of its kind.
– It features premium components including 40mm carbon fiber drivers, active noise cancellation, and an all-metal frame with a built-in microphone.
– The headset includes a Wireless Gamehub with multiple ports, a control wheel, and an OLED screen for adjusting settings.
– Its OmniPlay system allows simultaneous connection to PC, PlayStation, and Xbox, mixing audio from multiple sources without losing clarity.
– Priced at $599.99 / £599.99 / AU$649.99, it is positioned as a premium product with a dual-battery system for extended use.
SteelSeries has officially launched the Arctis Nova Elite, a top-tier wireless gaming headset designed to deliver exceptional audio performance across multiple platforms. This model stands out as the world’s first Hi-Res certified wireless gaming headset, supporting 24-bit audio transmission through both its 2.4GHz wireless connection and Bluetooth. Crafted with premium materials, including an all-metal frame and 40mm carbon fiber speaker drivers enhanced by a custom-designed brass ring, the Arctis Nova Elite aims to set a new standard for sound clarity and build quality in the gaming audio market.
Included with the headset is a new Wireless Gamehub, which features a control wheel, multiple connectivity ports, and a small OLED screen for easy settings adjustments. Thanks to SteelSeries’ OmniPlay system, the headset can connect to PC, PlayStation, and Xbox simultaneously, mixing audio from different sources without sacrificing clarity. The device also incorporates active noise cancellation and a dual-battery system, allowing users to swap batteries on the fly for what the company describes as theoretically limitless battery life.
Unlike competing audiophile-focused models such as the Sennheiser HD 550, the Arctis Nova Elite comes equipped with a built-in microphone right out of the box. Early testing confirms a luxurious user experience, with outstanding comfort and audio fidelity that matches its premium positioning. However, this level of quality comes at a steep cost—the headset is priced at $599.99 in the US, £599.99 in the UK, and AU$649.99 in Australia, placing it firmly at the high end of the gaming headset spectrum.
Available in two sophisticated color options—Obsidian black and Sage with gold accents—the Arctis Nova Elite is now on sale. A full, in-depth review will be available shortly to help determine whether it earns a spot among the best gaming headphones available today.
(Source: techradar)
