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ASTRO Gaming A50 Wireless Headset + Base Station Gen 4 - Compatible With PS5, PS4, PC, Mac - Black/Silver
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- Astro Audio V2: Immersive Audio and sound experience that delivers dialogue, music and in game sound clearly
- Dolby Audio: Dolby Audio delivers a cinematic, high resolution gaming audio experience
- Battery life: 15 plus hour rechargeable lithium ion battery
- Game: Voice balance: Gives the user total control over the mix of the game and chat Audio
- Astro command center software: The free Astro command center software gives players complete control over their audio experience, which includes voice communication and game Audio settings; Available on windows 10, Xbox 1 and Mac.
- USB sound card functionality: When using PC, USB sound card functionality provides game: Voice balance, game and voice streaming; No optical cables needed
- Mod Kit ready: For even more customization, the optional A50 Mod Kit allows users to add synthetic leather headband and ear cushions for improved noise isolation; Only compatible with A50 wireless Headset Gen 4
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Product information
ASIN | B07R4Q8FQY |
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Release date | August 11, 2019 |
Customer Reviews |
3.9 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #692 in Video Games (See Top 100 in Video Games) #21 in PlayStation 4 Headsets |
Product Dimensions | 7.28 x 3.48 x 7.17 inches; 1.49 Pounds |
Type of item | Video Game |
Item model number | 939-001673 |
Item Weight | 1.49 pounds |
Manufacturer | Astro |
Country of Origin | China |
Batteries | 1 Lithium Polymer batteries required. (included) |
Date First Available | June 10, 2019 |
Item Weight | 675 Grams |
Units | 1.0 Count |
Number Of Items | 1 |
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Product Description
Experience legendary performance and sound of ASTRO Audio V2, with the convenience and freedom that comes without wires. The A50 Wireless + Base Station for PlayStation 4/PC delivers top-of-the-line acoustics, ergonomics, comfort and durability that gamers demand. The all-new Base Station provides clear, low-latency voice communication, while making headset pairing and charging simple. The ASTRO Command Center software allows gamers and streamers to tune every input and output parameter of the A50 precisely for their specific setup. For even more flexibility, the optional A50 Mod Kit allows users to add synthetic leather headband and ear cushions for improved noise isolation. Experience absolute audio immersion with the A50 Wireless + Base Station.
From the manufacturer
Supreme Freedom
Experience absolute audio immersion. The A50 Wireless + Base Station for PlayStation 5, PlayStation 4, PC & Mac delivers the premium acoustics, ergonomics, comfort and durability that gamers demand.
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Tuned with ASTRO Audio V2
ASTRO works with developers and pro gamers to deliver premium audio tuned for gaming. Our precise frequency spectrum produces detailed in-game dialogue music and sounds for immersive audio.
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Dolby Audio
Never miss another audio cue. Dolby Audio lets you hear everything in the game for an incredibly clear cinematic audio experience.
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ASTRO Command Center Software
Get new control over your voice communication and audio settings with free customization software. Create, save, and share custom EQ profiles, mic level, input/output parameters and more.
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Battery power that lasts
Don’t let a sudden power loss shut down your audio. A50 Wireless outlasts marathon gaming sessions with a rechargeable Lithium-ion battery that holds 15+ hours of unstoppable power.
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Game:Voice Balance
A feature that ASTRO pioneered, Game:Voice Balance allows total control over your game and chat audio mix. Easily adjust both with controls on the headset.
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USB sound card support
Access Game:Voice Balance and game + voice streaming on your computer—no optical cables needed.
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Mod Kit Ready
Add the kit (sold separately) for even more noise isolation. The swappable synthetic leather headband and ear cushions are compatible only with A50 Wireless Headset Gen 4 version.
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Connection
| Wireless | Wired | Wireless | Wired | Wireless |
Detachable Cables
| ✘ | ✔ | ✘ | ✔ | ✘ |
Boom Mic
| Attached | Flip-to-Mute | Flip-to-Mute | Detachable | Flip-to-Mute |
Surround Sound
| Stereo | Stereo | Stereo | Stereo | Dolby Headphone |
Mod Kit ready
| ✔ | ✘ | ✘ | ✔ | ✔ |
Customizable Speaker Tags
| ✘ | ✘ | ✘ | ✔ | ✘ |
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Customers like the comfort and feel of the headset. They say it has a great feel to it and is comfortable without being too firm. They are also happy with appearance. However, some customers have reported connectivity issues, saying the headset drops connection at weird times. They also say the value is not worth the price and the stability is poor. Customers have different opinions on quality, battery issues, and sound quality.
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Customers like the comfort of the headset. They say it has a great feel to it, is conformable, and has breathable fabric. Customers also mention that the headband is firm enough to support the headset without being too soft, which may cause discomfort.
"...Steelseries Arctis 5 is easily the most comfortable of the bunch, and had lots of really nice features, but a faulty proprietary connector and the..." Read more
"Extremely comfortable, high sound quality, built well, instructions for use could be better, only thing I didn't appreciate was the lack of..." Read more
"...HeadsetThe headset has a great feel to it, its conformable and easily adjustable...." Read more
"...Pros:- Ear cups are fairly comfortable.- Ear cups are breathable, reducing sweatiness...." Read more
Customers like the appearance of the headphones. They mention that it has a beautiful design, and is pretty nice overall. Some say that the base station is really nice, and the headphones look fairly discrete. Overall, customers say that this is a great set of headphones, with clear and crisp sound.
"...-Nice packaging, everything is brand spanking new with really nice plastic peels. Awesome new smell too...." Read more
"...Structure/Design:The headset and Base look awesome out of the box. The headset felt a bit on the cheaper side/lightweight...." Read more
"...The base station is really nice and though reviews say its hard to get it to connect and charge I will have to disagree, a little pressure on the..." Read more
"...I just wish it was a bit more perfected considering how much it costs. If you have an averaged sized head, you're probably going to love it...." Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the sound quality of the gaming headset. Some mention that the sound was pretty good, the audio mixing is top notch, and it includes a sound gate option. They also say that the built-in microphone provides clear voice communication with better highs and lows. However, others say that it sounds awful, the distance from base you can be varies WILDLY, and the mic quality sounds like your talking through a paper towel roll. They say the humming noise starts to come from the headset and messes up your volume.
"...Sound's fine, just a really wide soundstage compared to the Sennheisers with Dolby Sound on, which I'll be getting used to...." Read more
"...information which could be useful in FPS gaming, but it sounds incredibly echo-y like you're listening through a tin soup can...." Read more
"...They sound great for gaming but what came as a bonus is when I discovered they were even more amazing for listening to music...." Read more
"Extremely comfortable, high sound quality, built well, instructions for use could be better, only thing I didn't appreciate was the lack of..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the quality of the headphones. Some mention that the build quality feels excellent, the mic is good quality, and the headphones are solid. Others say that it has bad build quality, design flaws, and that the headset will not last well. The headpiece comes undone randomly.
"...The top of the headset unsnapped apart first time I used it, so had to snap it back in (See photo)...." Read more
"First impressions:-Nice packaging, everything is brand spanking new with really nice plastic peels. Awesome new smell too...." Read more
"...them on the Elite 800s but the game/chat mix on the Astro A50s is super annoying...." Read more
"...Additionally, the material they are made with feels strong & durable, but also lightweight at the same time - almost like a carbon fiber..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the battery issues with the headset. Some mention that the charging base is really nice, while others say that it doesn't work for PS5. Some customers also mention that it can't charge during use, the pins disconnect, and the headset randomly stops working.
"...replaced the headset station for free, because the charging station never powered on...." Read more
"...The charging base is also really nice to have, and the expected 15-hour battery life should make life much easier compared to the 3 hours I used to..." Read more
"...Cool there's one a mile from house... NOPE! Get there say the QR code doesn't work not for their store...." Read more
"...on these headphones don't last more then 6 months before it doesn't take a charge or it starts telling you the wrong percentage of battery...." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the value of the headphones. They mention that it feels cheap for how much it costs, is not worth it, and has a cheap plastic clip.
"...This headset is not worth the $300 price tag what so ever and this is coming from someone who has spent a lot of money on high priced things...." Read more
"...Additionally, the headset is quite expensive, so it's not an option for everyone. Overall, I think the ASTRO Gaming A50 Wireless Headset is a..." Read more
"...Now that is tight! The sound from series 3 vs 4 is worth every bit of the money! Night and day difference...." Read more
"...2. Price is too high - In regards to the previous issue with surround sound I feel like the price is way to high for something priced..." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the stability of the headphones. They mention that the headband falls out, the head support cushion starts falling off, and the middle piece of the head band keeps getting loose. The top part of the headset also keeps coming off. Customers also say that the upper section of the band consistently detaches, leaving the head bands with no foam.
"...3 days of my life are gone, but hey they did sound good, just wouldn't stay on my head or charge and they purposely make returns a nightmare then..." Read more
"...Quality of sounds is good confortability is low the headband up top pops out every time you adjust your headset which is very annoying don't..." Read more
"...1. It's kind of loose fitting, the headset will easily fall off if you have to bend over or turn your head too fast...." Read more
"...screws that hold the back side of the headband to the front are not locktighted in, as such in less than a year I have had every screw back out, and..." Read more
Customers are dissatisfied with the connectivity of the headset. They mention that it drops connection at weird times, has disconnection issues, and the base station began having issues connecting to the headset, loosing the wireless connection intermittently. They also say that the device will lose connection with the app and there will be no game volume. Customers also say the headset disconnects from the base stations frequently, making a crackle or pop sound. They have to keep the headset connected and reconnected every 2-5 minutes.
"...of the bunch, and had lots of really nice features, but a faulty proprietary connector and the bad customer service experience that followed turned..." Read more
"...There is a cushion on the top of the headset that to my bewidlerment isn't fully connected...." Read more
"...if you minimize and then immediately re-open the app window, it needs to sync. Again...." Read more
"...this seems to become less of an issue over time, but that connection is a little weaker than in previous generations of the A50s...." Read more
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-Nice packaging, everything is brand spanking new with really nice plastic peels. Awesome new smell too.
-Connecting the headset to my PC with the included optical and USB A to Micro USB cables work instantly, all I needed to do was switch computer output to optical out for my sound card.
-Did some preliminary testing with Call of Duty: Modern Warfare + Warzone. Sound profile is differently from my recent Sennheisers, will have to play around with EQ and Dolby Sound settings. Sound's fine, just a really wide soundstage compared to the Sennheisers with Dolby Sound on, which I'll be getting used to.
-Its taking a long while to charge the headset by today's standards, where you can almost fully charge a smartphone in less than 45-minutes. ~25% in an hour is not bad for something that will sit on the charging base for like 16-18 hours out of each day, though.
-Almost the same as my old Gen 1 Astro A50s, with some really nice improvements. I like the comfort and the removable foam on the ear cups and head band for easy cleaning/replacing. Also nice to have a button to switch EQ profiles on the fly. And I now have again my favorite feature from my old headset, the rocking right ear cup plate to balance game and chat audio
I've had many headsets over the years, always tried to get something nice and comfortable for long sessions, and tried to go for the best quality+comfort+features balance I could find for my PC+PS4 desk setup. I've had these headsets over many years, and in this order: a Logitech G700, Corsair Vengeance 2000, a refurbished gen 1 Astro A50, cheap Logitech G33 when my Astro was stolen during travel, Steelseries Arctis 5, Sennheiser Game One, Sennheiser GSP500. Out of all these, the Astro A50s and both Sennheisers are easily above the rest, these three are high quality headsets with satisfying sound. Steelseries Arctis 5 is easily the most comfortable of the bunch, and had lots of really nice features, but a faulty proprietary connector and the bad customer service experience that followed turned me off their brand forever, even if Amazon made things right in the end when they didn't have to(Thanks Amazon!).
I loved my old Astro A50s, and these feel like coming back home, with some really nice improvements. I like the removable foam on the ear cups and head band for easy cleaning/replacing. Also nice to have a button to switch EQ profiles on the fly. The charging base is also really nice to have, and the expected 15-hour battery life should make life much easier compared to the 3 hours I used to get on my old refurbished ones. I now have again my favorite feature from my old headset, the rocking right ear cup button to balance game and chat audio
I'm really looking forward to enjoying my Astro A50s with my PC + PS4, and hopefully PS5 when it comes out. I'll be updating my review to reflect my user experience as time goes by, Especially if any issues pop up.
Case and point - this is more than likely the last headset I'll ever need to buy (knock-on wood) unless something horribly goes wrong and they stop working or get destroyed. Highly recommend if you have the extra cash to invest in a A+ product and are looking for the best possible gaming headset out there.
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After 14 months of light use, just out of warranty, it gave out. Support gave me a checklist of things to try and report about, but there was no fixing it. Well despite being out of warranty they just sent me a new headset within the week without me asking. (No base, cables, manuals, fancy packaging — just a bubble-wrapped seemingly-new headset in a small box.)
When you drop this kind of money on a headset, longevity is a must, and here it was.
Quality product.
Great seller, quick delievery.