When SteelSeries brought the Arctis Nova Pro gaming headset to market, it was immediately lauded as being one of the best. It oozed premium quality at all levels, and still holds up remarkably well today. Now, SteelSeries is back with a sequel, the Arctis Nova Pro Omni, a headset that expands the audio quality and device compatibility.
A premium bit of kit at $879, it’s clearly aimed at the most hardcore multiplatform gamers. Via its DAC, the Arctis Nova Pro Omni can connect up to four audio sources simultaneously, letting you quickly switch between devices — similar to other gaming headsets, like the Logitech G Astro A20 X. This control unit houses three USB-C ports, and line-in and line-out jacks, plus you can connect mobile devices via Bluetooth.
SteelSeries’ DAC then connects to the Arctis Nova Pro Omni wirelessly using 2.4GHz technology. The Hi-Res Wireless Certified headset can transmit 96kHz, 24-bit audio, with 40mm Neodymium Magnetic drivers powering the sound. SteelSeries also describes the retractable omnidirectional microphone as “broadcast-quality”, something not many gaming headsets can lay claim to.
For gaming on the go, the high-end headset includes active noise cancellation (ANC). SteelSeries claims the ANC blocks out “up to 40 per cent more background noise” than headsets from competing brands, which is a lofty claim. It goes even further, saying the mic gets rid of up to 96 per cent of surrounding noise. If that turns out to be true, it means noisy housemates or public transport commutes won’t interfere with your gaming sessions or phone calls.
SteelSeries also includes two batteries, so you can always keep one on charge, which is a nice touch.
More headsets and gaming mice
Not everyone is in the market for a near-$900 gaming headset — SteelSeries seems to be aware of that fact. Alongside the Pro Omni, the peripherals brand also recently launched the $429 Arctis Nova 7 Wireless Gen 2 headset in Australia.
It’s still pricier than the more budget-friendly Arctis Nova 5, but the second-gen Nova 7 adds a midpoint before you start spending top-of-the-range money. Compared to the first-gen headset, the new model sports up to 40 per cent more battery life, totalling up to 54 hours of use.
The Nova 7 Gen 2 also supports concurrent 2.4GHz and Bluetooth connectivity, letting you chat on the phone while playing on PC or console. While not Hi-Res like the Pro Omni, the Nova 7 uses similar Neodymium Magnetic Speaker driver technology to produce a spatial audio effect.
Rounding out the recent SteelSeries announcements is the Aerox 3 Wireless Gen 2 mouse. At 68g, it’s extremely light, while still including gamer flourishes like customisable RGB lighting. It supports both 2.4GHz, via an included USB-C dongle, and Bluetooth connectivity, with a 4K polling rate, 1.2ms click response time, and a 26K optical sensor.
SteelSeries estimates the mouse’s battery life as lasting up to 200 hours when used with Bluetooth, or 120 hours with 2.4GHz. Fortunately, you don’t need to replace batteries; the new Aerox 3 plugs in to recharge. It costs $229 in Australia, aimed at those who take their gaming seriously.
The new range of gaming peripherals is out now in Australia via SteelSeries’ website and retailers, including JB Hi-Fi.
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