UPDATED SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless, STILL WORTH IT IN 2024??
Are SteelSeries Arctis Nove Pro wireless gaming headset still worth it in 2024? They also have had a little refresh. Check out the video to see.
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Look Over - 00:00
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Features and Functions - 03:50
Microphone Test & Software - 04:56
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I'm looking forward to your reviews of the turtle beach stealth gen 3 editions when they come out soon. The pictures look gorgeous and these may get the stinking cozy badge something the gen 2 600 never got 😊
Im gonna have to start waiting to watch your videos until payday. Absolutly love these.
thanks for the vid! hope your eye is okay!
That white is so clean but i don't know if it's worth buying for myself since i own the black version haha. I highly recommend this headset though.
I like the Versatility and quality sound along with comfortable to wear for longer periods.
I bought them 5 months ago and are very great.i like aesthetic and also the removable battery is more confortable and you don’t have to wait to reload ...the only flaw It’s that you can’t connect multiple bluetooth devices and the software sonar should be improved a little
Sonar does wonders to clean it up, but Steel Series really needs to catch up to the competition in terms of microphone quality.
Exactly, everyone is upgrading their mics but SS still sounds like it’s coming out a tin can
How’s the wireless signal on these Techne? I have the nova 7x and the wireless is fantastic has great range
This comment might not fit here but I wanted to ask a general question about gaming headsets which also may refer to the steelseries here. I watched all your reviews and yet I can´t decide which headset to buy. I figured that my main criteria is the volume control on the headsetls themselves. This might sound weird but hold on. Currently I am using a Sennheiser GSP 350 and the volume control wheel adjusts the volume on the headset itself. I am looking for a headset where I can adjust the volume independently from the windows volume settings
I returned the Nova Pro Wireless last month due to the ANC causing a buzzing noise with BT enabled. Has this been addressed in the revision?
How does the base station work? Does it need to be powered by an adapter? Does it need a cable connection to PC? I game with a laptop on the couch and not sure if the station is a deal breaker versus other models with plain USB dongle (no wires).
Wish steelseries had the made the nova pros look like the corsairs virtuoso in terms of just unique look. I love the familiarity of the steel series lineups but if I’m paying 350(which I already have and I love my nova pros) I want it to look special
Would you recomend them over the newest G PROX 2 sound quality wise?
I would
I’ve got the black shark v2 pros and nova 7p. But want to return one. Only thing concerning me about the razer is if it will break easily overtime
Techne, did you notice an improve on sound and mic quality, over the previous nova pro? This will ultimately help me make a decision. Thank you in advance!
No, same
Can you get the updated version in black or only white?
Trying to debate between these and the Sony pulse elite. Interested in knowing which one you prefer. I do understand it’s a price different but just wondering what the superior headset is?
I would like to add information that also black nova pro got revision with smaller anc nub. Just got mine from Amazon ;)
I got the Nova 7. For or me it lacks bass and max volume. I use it for gaming on my tablet/phone. Will the Pro be better with the improvement of bass and max volume?
Still worth it for me. The white version looks very nice. I never had a problem with the ANC bump. But it's nice to see a redesign. 5/14 should be interesting, new Nova line?
What do you mean 5/14?
@@thelastnatty8537 SteelSeries "Season of Sound" Roadmap-- 5.14, New Line Launch.. Sounds like we're getting something new, may or may not be related to gaming headsets.
@@anddo24 I doubt they would drop these then go and have a whole new line but who knows
@@thelastnatty8537 I agree. Before this video. I thought for sure we would be getting a new headset. I dismissed the White Nova, but then Techne went into detail about how they changed the ANC inside the cups. I think you're right. SteelSeries wouldn't go through the trouble of making a revision, only to have a version of that product category release a few weeks later. It will be interesting to see what they release, we've seen mic's and speakers recently; what's next? maybe a Streamdeck-like device. SS might play it safe and release 2024 revisions for existing products.
I want know did the ANC get more powerful than black one? cause black one's ANC actually no useful, If sony xm4 headset ANC is 100 percent level , nova pro ws is 33 percent maybe
How about a video of the most Stinking Cozy headsets! It would be amazing, great content tho!
lol, I did do that a few years ago, but might be time for a refresh kzhead.info/sun/mLJwoNiLpYtnkoE/bejne.htmlsi=Cgl7UvE7T_Z7Y1Rz
Would love to see a long-term review to check if the white stains or not
It will
Which headset is better for microphone quality cause some people tell me I’m too low on Xbox with steel series artic nova pro wireless cause that’s most important to me is the Maxwell higher on the mic or should I go with Astro 50x I have mic volume at 10 on wireless transmitter other than that I don’t know what to do to make my mic volume louder on Xbox so I guess that’s as loud as it can go
Astro A50x sounds top notch!
Tell wicked cushions to all solid colors they’ll look so clean
yeah I have been trying to get them to do that
Does the SteelSeries Arctis Nova 7 have the same problem with the ANC sticking out? I couldn't remember if it has ANC.
Doesn't have ANC.
Hi techne, should I get the Epos h6 pro closed with its "almost new" amplifier for $140 USD or the VZR MODEL ONE for $480? I would like to go the second way but it's too expensive!!!!
Man that epos deal is a steal!
and what if you go for the open ones instead? they were like $110 the other day, including the Gsx 300
Hello, just sell my old nova pro wireless becouse NC mic touth my ears. Nice to hear new model have low microfoes. What are the item number, i need to buy new model not old (high noise cancel microphone). Thanks
Im about to purchase my first steelseries headset. I had my eye on the black. Do any of the black versions have the new small nub?
Hi, I recently bought the black one and mine has this newer small nub. Date on my box says 2023 - 08
@@Klinkguin thanks for that. Appreciated
Hi techne i play on ps5 only and i have the astro a50x which ones would you pick astro a50x or these nova pro wireless in white thanks techne your the best
Get the Sony Pulse Elites and I’m not joking! I used both the Novas and A50x’s and the Elites bring in so much detail especially for us PS5 users! I strongly believe the Elites sound better than both those other high priced headsets
I play on Xbox so can’t speak for the ps5 but the a50x is more comfortable imo but not by much. The sound quality is noticeably better once you EQ the a50x but the nova pro wireless is still a phenomenal sounding wireless headset. Wish sonar would work on console. The mic on the a50x in my opinion is the best in the wireless class. Bluetooth wise I much prefer the nova pro wireless, it’s just much simpler to use and the way you can fine tune between game and Bluetooth volume is great. Overall if money isn’t an issue I’d grab the a50x but you won’t go wrong with either. I was gonna sell which ever headset I didn’t like but I’m definitely keeping both and will rotate in and out every now and then. If I had to use only one I’m grabbing the a50x due to the sound quality for FPS gaming and mic quality. Hope this helps!
Hi, which one is better, the deathadder v3 pro, the pulsar xlite v3 or the g502x (wired), my hands are 18.1cm x 9.3cm (currently using g502h but it's to heavy). If it was the pulsar which size would you suggest?
I'd say the steel series nova pro would be a good bet
I’m sooo on the fence on this.
Use to be a huge fan of astros wanted them to make white so bad They finally did with the a50x only problem was the nova pros were so much better and now that these are white they will be my go too
Nova pros are some of if not the best sounding and feeling headset I have ever owned or used, especially with my Wicked Cushions on them. I have the wired ones but considering upgrading to these because the noise cancellation, the sweet ass color, and im tired of having this damn wire in my way every time I stand up from my Secret Lab chair. I have considered trying a different pair of headphones but i just cant find any that i think will feel better than these. I will say my one big problem that I have noticed with this product is the sound station basically imprinted the home screen onto the stations screen since i didnt mess with the setting very much, that for sure needs to be fixed, I doubt they did but that is a problem. Other than that, this is the best headset I have ever owned
Ive got an issue where i cant use all of the custom "Engine" option for sound and Sonar for the Mic, as soon as Sonar is on it disables the Engine method completed and i cant use it. The mic is that horrible on these that i have no option but to use Sonar but i want to be able to use the DAC to change EQ profiles but that hard sets itself to "Sonar" so i cant change it. Re the mic is picks up even the tv two rooms away and even mouse clicks its far too sensitive
yeah I always use a stand alone mic
I thought the best EQ is flat, no? For gaming only.
WORKING ON AN ALL WHITE SET
I used the Nova Pro Wireless since its launch, and the base station now has some OLED burn in. It’s pretty noticeable from afar, but doesn’t bother me too much. I do think this is a pretty poor design choice though.
is there any budget wireless steelseries headset that can bluetooth to iphone? been searching for one and not sure on which model that has it
The 7x
What is the best all round gaming headset for PS5 today’s day?❤️🤝🏻
Would you recommend this or the Audeze Maxwell?
ah man, I love the maxwells, but I would pick these. I catch myself wanting t9o take the maxwells off after about 30-45mins of use
@@TheTechne Why? Are they way too heavy? And aside from that, audio wise wich one do you preffer/is one far ahead of the other? Thanks for the repply! I have been having this doubt since a while ago
I’ve had the Maxwells for two weeks. The weight doesn’t bother me, and I think the sound is way better. But, this is just one man’s opinion.
Hi I have both audeze maxwell and these nova pro wireless the audeze maxwell they been sitting on my desk now for 5 months there too too too heavy for every day usage I play 6 to 8 hours a day they gave ma a severe neck pain I'm giving these black nova pro to my friend I've just ordered these in white nova pro wireless all day every day and I'm coming from the astro a50x stay safe and happy gaming to all
Too bad the mic sounds so bad
I really wish they can find a better one
Steel series thing … all mics suck. No matter how much you pay…. For that kind of cash, everything must be perfect.
Seems like the only worth mic on wireless headsets is the Corsair Virtuoso XT's
@@SToadhyper 3 actually sound good. I'm using it now
The mic is absolutely terrible. It's almost as if they forgot a gaming headset needs a mic and just added whatever they had laying around.
Hi Techne, could you help me please? My question is a have 3 consoles xbox series x, ps5 and switch. I want to buy some headset. I don't know what headset choose. In my mind I have the astro a50x and turtle beach stealth pro. What option do yo recommend me?
what is your price range? Seems to be up around 300ish. I also play on all platforms also, so I have some good options in mind.
@TheTechne my price range is $300-400, what option is it?
@@Tech_MologiAstro A50x maybe?
@MortyMore you think is better option than the turtle beach?
@@Tech_Mologi stealth pro? Microphone easily. Sound? Well, that's subjective, but the Stealth pro definitely is top notch, same goes for the Astros tho lol.
Why does no one use the thing that goes on the mic which isolates your voice and picks up your voice over anything
HOW TF DO I UPDATE THIS?!?!? Myself and several other people with headset cannot get the firmware to update because the software won't detect that it's plugged in via pc cable. I've been looking on forums for years with no proper solution. Calling their support will just be them giving up and telling me my unit must be faulty. Fix your software!!
These apparently have neodymium magnetic drivers.
As do most headphones.
These just hurt my head so much wearing glasses, I wish I would have just stuck with my astros they were so much more comfortable
Thanks , I wear glasses too. These were on my list
@@sylvainalain6637 I’ve had mine for a while so even with a break in period it’s still quite uncomfortable for more than 15 minutes, now I have NOT replaced them with the 3rd party cushions but the headset itself with the ski band just clamps down a bit too much for my liking I usually have to put my glasses at an angle above the earphones which isn’t great either lol
Ah man that stinks, I wear glasses all the time as well, and they are fantastic for me.
@@TheTechne I’ve got some wire frame Nikes that are super lightweight but for whatever reason they just seem to leave an indention above my ears everytime I leave them on for a longer period, I have a small dome compared to most also lol
It's funny that you just posted a re-review of the Nova Pro Wireless because I actually just returned my pair I just bought a few days ago simply because to my surprise is that Steelseries didn't carry one very important feature from the original Arctis Pro Wireless and that is a "sleep/timeout" display feature. They implemented a dimming timeout, but not an all out blank screen timeout like the old ones. This just baffles me why it's not a feature anymore considering how many people had OLED burn it on the old basestation. Omitting this feature is just crazy to me, and was a deal breaker.
they do have it. if you had turned on power save mode it would turn off, at least for me on pc it worked
@@piggy9812for power save mode? Hell nah. This feature should be an option to enable for the user to decide, you would imagine it would save battery life.
@@tyl3rb-fw6ee what are you on about
No, power save mode is for the headset, not the Basestation. I am talking about the Basestation going to sleep, not the headset.
@@TrekBuilder yeah the bass station. there was an update where it never turned off for me either and i would always unplug it for it to turn off. but then i went through its settings and turned that on and when my pc powers off it also turns off. i had the same problem and for me at least that fixed it
i can barely see the white version cause of the light setup
Camo
So no reason to get the WC freeze? WHAT? In my opinion the Nova pro wireless are much better with the WC freeze pads. Same goes for the Audeze maxwell:
I've had these headphones for a year and a half and cannot recommend them enough
How did you set up your mic? mine picks up mouse clicks and ambient noise from two rooms away, my only option is Sonar but surely i shouldnt need to use that
@@necxrux I use the razer siren mini… it’s like 40 bucks and with steel series sonar you cannot beat the performance for the price
Mic is fine. Gets the job done well. Everyone in YT comments think's they're a giant streamer and need a top notch mic...which you don't. And if you did, why would you use a headset mic for streaming?
I think it's more of a "for $300 this microphone is awful" kind of thing. Especially with other cheaper options having way better mics.
@@IcyCubey Is the mic really that important? When buying a headset that's honestly the last thing I care about.
@@SkySoFew Depends on what each person is looking for. If they need a good headset microphone for streaming because of space or something like that, then the microphone would be pretty important. But, if you don't care about the microphone that much, and everything else about the headset is perfect for you, then go for it!
@@IcyCubey Very fair response. Thank you, sincerely.
Not everyone is a streamer, but most people are remote workers requiring a good mic to have video calls. Buying one with a shitty mic does indeed have an impact on how you sound to others. Don’t be stupid kids
why is there a "Works with PS5, Switch, PC" and a "PC, PS5, PS4, Switch, Mobile" version, is there even a difference?
Are these truly better than the Astro A50s guys?
I have my Nova Pros on EBay right because of the A50x’s. The Astros have better sound to me.
@@blackjack19811 we’ll there’s that Astro it is
I think A50 and 50x has more way better sound quality
I returned the original version, and bought the Maxwells. The Arctis made this weird sound whenever I fired a gun. I couldn’t be happier with the Maxwell.
I had the Nova Pro and returned them because I had too many problems with the GG software. I bought the Maxwells and they sound phenomenal. I have zero issues with the weight.
@@stevedogg1329 By far the best wireless pair that I’ve owned.
It's crazy how expensive this headset is only for the mic to sound this bad.
Bruh, I just bought the older ones last week
Don’t worry, this will happen again, monitor, gpu, cpu, chair, lol.
Still the same
Kind of weird you don't try it on during the video. Would like to see how it looks being worn!
You going to a beauty pageant or are you shitting on little kids
Did they update the black ones as well???? OR just the white ones? I dont like the color white, I prefer black tech, this is stupid, I hate when companies make you choose one color.
Black ones have been update since atleast manufacturing date middle 2023
Not me eating curry chicken like a dumb ass and accidentally touching these headphones and my heart dropped when I couldn’t get rid of the stain. Bro, don’t you ever get white stuff it always ends horribly, especially if you don’t have a brain like me😂
😂
I have a dac so better quality
It was very annoying... Good thing they shortened it*
no more cow music?
now cows to come
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I would strongly not recommend these headsets. Steel Series has some quality issues with the Arctis Nova Pro. It saddens me as a long user of Steel Series being an owner of each of the top wireless headsets all the way back to the Siberia 800 and H wireless headsets. I've experienced numerous bugs with the Arctis Nova Pro involving super annoying beeping that seems to have no cause but defective software that Steel Series has yet to fix. This is not an uncommon issue and a simple google search will show many people having this issue but it will not come up in any tech review because it takes actual time and use to manifest.
I'd love SteelSeries if their customer service wasn't total dogshit.
Only if the terrible mic was worth that 300 bucks
1st
Mic still sucks
First
No one is talkin bout how of the mic or when the mic is ruined... youre basically fucced and gotta get another one. Its no covers on repairs or replacements unless you got insurance
The fucking worst headphones I owned
it never was worth it to be honest... for more than 30$ at least