However, the Astro are simple wired headphones that work with most consoles via analog connection, so you might prefer them if you want straightforward headphones for gaming. As mentioned, the Astro A10s keep things simple with stereo sound, meaning you won't find the kind of 7. Unfortunately, we noticed that each time we used our unit's mic, it started at a low volume, and we had to adjust the volume accordingly. The plastic-covered headband is reinforced by steel, giving it impressive flexibility and sturdiness. The heavy, dubstep-like soundtrack of Tekken 7 on PC sounds powerful and oppressive through the A10, with the deep bass drops getting almost subwoofer-like force at high volume levels.

The opening acoustic guitar plucks have plenty of resonance, and while the highest frequencies roll off a bit, they do so above a high enough point that the strings' textures deliver a good sense of realism. Since the mic sits further away from your mouth, it captures more ambient noise along with your voice.It’s also 100-percent plastic, with the exception of the fabric-covered earpads and another pad on the headband. The headphones don’t move around much—there’s only a very small vertical hinge for some slight tilting adjustment—which would be a little uncomfortable if not for the soft velour earpads.

However, they don't clamp onto your head very hard, so they can slip out of place if you tilt or move your head and are likely to fall off if you make more intense movements. As a simple stereo headset, the A10 doesn't offer any sort of simulated surround sound like the Astro A40 and A50, or the Logitech G433. The Astro A10 Gen 2 aren't designed for sports and fitness and aren't a good choice for that purpose.

It’s available in Red, Blue, and Green versions that have specific primary platforms listed…but all three will work with any device that has a 3. Any time someone asks me about headsets, I’m going to point right at this one now as a good starting place. While both headphones are comfortable, the HyperX have a significantly better boom mic performance, and they're able to reproduce low-bass with more thump and rumble.

The A10’s ears are small and a bit claustrophobic, thinly padded, and with a tendency to hold in heat. The kick drum hits are palpable, almost reaching into subwoofer levels of ultra low frequency response. Buckle down for all-night gaming sessions with custom tuned 32mm dynamic drivers that are closed back for an immersive experience and astounding headband design for ultimate comfort. Deliveries to Northern Ireland and other non-domestic locations will be delivered within 2-5 working days. Voice chat comes through clearly, though it easily picks up breathing unless you find a sweet spot for the arm.We've learned to appreciate how simulated surround sound can subtly add to first-person gaming, but audio quality and value are always greater considerations. The headset just barely flirts with distortion at maximum volumes, but even with everything cranked up it doesn't crackle or warp in any way. If for any reason we haven’t exceeded your expectations or you are unhappy about any aspect of your purchase from us, please contact us directly prior to leaving feedback or opening cases and we’ll do everything that we can to help you. Likewise, the mic worked well, with friends and teammates reporting clear sound coming through, and the flip-to-mute feature working exactly as promised.