Are you both an audiophile and a gamer? Then the SteelSeries Arctis Nova Elite headset — fully hi-res capable — might be just what you’re looking for!
Most gaming headsets tend to prioritize speed and directional cues over true sound fidelity. SteelSeries takes a different approach with the Arctis Nova Elite, promising an audiophile-grade headset that delivers high-resolution audio up to 24-bit / 96 kHz, whether via Wi-Fi or Bluetooth. The latter supports modern codecs such as LC3+ for superior wireless performance. The headset also integrates with the company’s GameHub software suite for customization and control.
Inside, you’ll find 40 mm drivers covering a frequency range from 10 Hz to 40 kHz. The headset also introduces SteelSeries’ OmniPlay technology, which lets you mix and listen to multiple sources simultaneously — PC, console, Bluetooth, or line input — all at once.
Active Noise Cancelling (ANC) is included, and the microphones automatically switch between 16-bit and 32-bit operation. According to SteelSeries, their adaptive noise reduction filters out up to 97% of ambient sounds. Powering it all is a swappable battery system, allowing hot-swapping between charged and depleted packs for uninterrupted use.
The SteelSeries Arctis Nova Elite headset retails for £600.