Astro A50 over 1 year later - An honest review (it's the best but also not)
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- Опубліковано 29 кві 2021
- This video was not sponsored by Logitech, but they did send me a replacement for my Astro A50. That said, this, as you'll see, is still an honest and maybe brutal review.
#Astro #AstroA50 #BestGamingHeadsets
My first Astro A50 Gen 4 was acquired in August 2019 and at the time I thought it was awesome (See the review here - • Astro A50 Gen 4 (2019)... ) since then I've used a heck of a lot of other headsets, but the A50 gen 4 has remained my favourite for a number of reasons:
1 - Its comfort is unbeaten in my opinion
2 - The charging base station is super convenient and I very rarely need to plug it in
3 - The sound is great for gaming, music, movies or anything else
4 - It has a decent mic (not the best, but not awful either)
5 - It allows me to mic monitor my external mic setup via my GoXLR (very few wireless headsets allow this)
That's the highlights, the lowlights are:
- It doesn't have Bluetooth like the SteelSeries Arctis Pro Wireless
- It doesn't have user replaceable batteries (unless you can solder)
- The headband gets worn out over time
- The design is quite flimsy considering what you're paying
- There's no high res audio (like with the Audeze Mobius)
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Specs include:
Open Air Over-Ear design
Cloth ear cushions upgradable to leather
40mm Neodymium Magnet drivers
20Hz - 20,000Hz Frequency Response
Tuned Astro Audio V2
Two years free access to Dolby Atmos
Game/voice balance button
Optical Pass-through, USB Power & Soundcard, USB Charging Port, AUX In / Mic out (TRRS 3.5mm) inputs via basestation
Compatible with Astro Gaming Command Center
Dolby virtual audio and Dolby Atmos
Up to 15-hours battery life
Up to 30ft wireless range
6mm uni-directional noise-cancelling microphone
Flip-to-mute functionality
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i bought these yesterday, i saw your videos on this headset and decided to go with them, and now i just got this video and im happy to see this after 1 year. i love your videos thanks dude
Funny timing. Thanks for watching. Hope you enjoy as much as I do
HOW WAS IT @FLUFFY DO YOU HEAR FOOT STEPS WELL
I have owned my gen 3 a50s for three years and they still work like the day it came out the box. I hope they release a gen 5 this year with updated technology and sound 🙏
I got my gen2 in 2015. They still work to this day. And I used them a lot. Like... really a lot. And the plastic on the headband don't have such wear like Prawn's A50. No wear at all. Only problems I got over the years are:
- Infinite volume wheel became buggy almost immediately. Like the volume randomly jumps between super loud and super quiet. I usually set up the comfortable volume once and try not to touch it. I got this problem in first 2 years I think.
- I'm not sure if it's software issue or not, but randomly my mic just stops working and it seems this problem started happening only in last year. I saw other people on reddit with similar issue even in newer generations.
- Battery obviously doesn't last as long as it used to.
Unfortunately, couple of weeks ago my A50 fell off from my desk and the cushion thingie on the headband (the replacable one) broke. So I had to "solder" the plastic back together. I know I could get a mod kit for replacement, but it's difficult in my country and takes a lot of time to get these. Finally decided it's time for an upgrade. I'd love to wait for gen 5, but I guess I'll just yolo gen 4, although it's a bit old by today's standards. I wish it was cheaper for how old it is.
@@creative0ne I also got my Gen 2s in 2015 and still use them to this day, even more so since the pandemic and working from home, I'm ending up wearing them almost all day every day, especially when I end up playing after I finish work. Also no wear and tear on the headband on mine either.
The charging feature of my dock broke within the first couple of years, due to the magnets just not connecting properly - but the battery on them was fine enough to last me through the day and I'd just charge them with the USB overnight. Now, the battery definitely doesn't last a full day of work and gaming straight after, but they still do last a good 8/9 hours before I have to plug them in to charge.
My mic also stops working too, or won't pick up random words in the middle of my sentences, and I'm starting to think this headset has definitely run its course. But I think I'll also have to yolo gen 4 - I've loved my A50s for so long that I'll take the risk for 4th gen as I doubt my current headset will last until whenever gen 5 comes.
@@Aliseah hey! Glad to see that someone shares similar experience with me. Although I think the version with charging dock (where you could place the headset on the dock to charge) was Gen 3, not 2. Gen 2 is the older one, where you had to plug the cable to charge.
I got myself Gen 4 btw and I love it so far. After wearing my old Gen 2 headset for such a long time I even forgot how soft cushions were.
I definitely love their upgrade on software/firmware part. Gen 2 didn't have any software for it. With Gen 4 we can control a bunch of stuff, EQ is pretty nice, being able to get rid of mic monitor is also really good, I hated that on Gen 2.
Also finally volume in Windows works as expected. For some reason with Gen 2 it never worked for me when I changed volume with media keys. It was always 100%. Now it is working properly.
I like that while charging in the dock headset is muted. Gen 2 was basically always on 24/7 while charging.
Gen 2 had that timeout where they would automatically turn off to save battery if nothing played through it. I don't know if Gen 4 has this, but it never happened to me yet, for whatever reason, not sure why. I think there is some sensor which detects if someone is wearing headset, because when I put headset on my desk (not on the dock) and come back - I can see on the dock that it's off, but as soon as I simply put it on, it gets enabled. Maybe I'm tripping, but if it works like I think it does - it's pretty convenient.
Only thing I don't like so far, is that sometimes while listening to music I can hear very short pause in sound. It just goes silent for 300-500ms like headset is losing signal. Same effect happens when you try to move out of range and they start losing signal for real. This happens very rarely, but when I listen to music it's a bit annoying and ruins the impression of having such expensive new headset, especially when Gen 2 never had such issue...
Other than that I'm happy. Except for the fact that I had to upgrade now, before Gen 5.
Hey i know this is 6months old but , i was wondering how is the batteries life ? will it drain like crazy ?
@@srippin7007 hey, on my gen2 (2015) battery got significantly worse than it was at first. But still usable. Brand new Gen 4 battery is amazing though.
Have them for about two years and I still love them. They are so comfy and the sound is amazing.
You get it! 👍👍🙂🦐🍤
@Dayshaun Philbert is good , not great but good 👍🏼
Their battery still not have problem over 2 year?
@@ajratulhaffiz no problems so far bro
@@swizzler8053 my country does not sell them nor cover warranty if I buy from other country. Might buying since lot of positive review how good is this headset work.
I’m getting these soon. Very excited thanks for the review was very insightful
Glad I could help
Barely bought these yesterday and tweaked all the settings for equalizer. It is a shame I see so many bad reviews on these I’m glad to see you spent 1 year and they work and I’m glad to hear you wore them day in and out reassuring really, knowing people they do not take care of their stuff too well also
I always thought the bad reviews were kids mad they couldn't get the headset on google
@@laiklovesmusic yeah man me to haha. I bought the headset and I had a friend say his stopped working like few weeks out the box’s he said that it stopped charging but it’s funny to me because knowing the headset now it never gets put on the charger dock once and it works it takes several tries to find the magnetic charging sweet spot which makes perfect sense because magnetic charging only work if the prongs are making proper connection so I feel like he threw the headset away because he just didn’t know how to use them too well!
bought them because of you're video like a year ago and couldn't be better best headset for me so thanks
Ordered mine yesterday and I’m excited to give them a go. The comfort is what really drove me to get them.
Let me know what you think!
How are they?
i bought this headset about 9 months ago, after watching your review and i love it
its worth every cent imo, the only downside for me is that the wireless range could be better, but maybe the trouble might be caused by the positionioning of the base station
that has been the third time i bought a piece you recommended on your vids, and i never have been disappointed
( although i must considder that the Asus Strix true sourround headset didnt last as as long as it should. i ripped off the cabels cause i forgot that this was wired and stood up from my PC chair ) but still the Strix took about 8 to 10 strokes and i was able to fix it with duck tape to make it last another 3 months till full breakdown
thx for the resume clip PP
Cool. I didn't know you'd got this. Sorry to hear about the other headset. I know that pain with wired headsets!
@@TheProvokedPrawn got a second one already for spare, and also a gen 3 at home
long story short told
the online dealer i have ordered it from first send me a gen 3 by accident, and i mentioned him/her
that i did order a gen 4 and friendly asked for the Gen 4 or a refound and a retour ticket for the box ( by that time it was still on 260 euros)
after another 18 days without any reponse i decided to to force the the E.... refound option and got my moneys bach within 3 days
then i cashed the money and wen´t to a retail shop, during a low pressure Covid 19 window and got me the gen 4 in a shop, and have been lucky again cause i only had to pay 239 Euros since it was the last one and became unboxed a day ago (thats what she said at least)
another 2 weeks later the DHL delivery guy brought me a box with a brand new Astro Gen 4 in it, from the online dealer still without any comment or retour ticket as a follow
i E-mailed the online shop a couple of times but still no response, and then i decided to stop contacting them
thats been 6 months ago
so now i think i got 2 top tier Headsets for free
I have the Astro a50 Gen 4 for about 6 months now, its the best i have had so far. i have had a Turtle beach, Logitech g933, Rog Centurion and a Rog Strix Fusion 500. i used these for gaming. the Astro A50 i use for pretty much everything, they are extremely comfortable and the sound is amazing. while the ROG headsets aren't cheap both of them broke down within the warranty period. i also have a pair of Skullcandy Crusher's for use with my phone.
So if you decide to buy a pair, i highly recommend them because as far as gaming headsets go these are probably on of the best available for that price. of course audiophile headsets are better but mostly also more expensive.
Nice. Glad to hear you're enjoying them too
IV had my gen 2s for 8 years I want to say. Although they need to be plugged in charging they are still going strong and work perfectly with my ps5! Props Astro!!
Best headphones I own perfect balance of comfort and sound quality. I can’t find better headphones than these
I had a issue with the headband replaceable padding popping off, contacted astro, they sent a replacement, for just a comfortable part not doing its job, that's all, used them for less than a year everyday, but now I got a brand new back up lol
Bought Astro A50 more than a year ago because of this channel. My microphone doesn't click when I raise it anymore (I have a habit of lowering and raising the mic a lot), but aside from that, I still love it to this day.
So it doesn't mute?
@@TheProvokedPrawn It still does, I just don't feel the click anymore when I lift the mic to mute it.
I have the same problem? The microphone is flimsy now and doesn’t stay up. How to fix this? If possible?
@@slaveofthealmighty Mine still stays up when I raise it, it just doesn't click/lock anymore like it used to.
@@HotelCharlieUA-cam no mine stays up when raised all the way up but when it’s half way near my mouth it flips downwards lol
This guy’s voice is so damn soothing I literally am struggling to stay awake
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Hi thanks for share your experience with it. May i ask
Did you made some nice EQ settings for games music or cinema? That you could share?
Did you buy or use dolby on it ? If yes when ? Only when watching a film or serieses?
Did you used it on regular settings or maybe used trough voicemeeter ?
I bought the Artic 9x and absolutely hated them. They sounded okay, but they disconnected had interference all the time. I couldn't stand them. I decided to splurge and get these and I love them. They're crystal clear and the connectivity is perfect. I love these!
You think the sound is better than the artics?
@@vcookhim566 yes
Bought the Corsair 5000d thanks to you, love it so much; fantastic case! Going to buy this as well! Are there certain settings/equalizers you recommend?
It's a great case. I'm glad I was useful! I just use the standard sound settings tbh. But there are recommended ones people have shared on Reddit I believe if you like tweaking.
can you do a review with xbox series x? do they work the same as xbox one x without the optical cable?
Thank you for putting this review together. Have you by chance tried the version of the Astro Command Center software that was made for older versions of Windows (i.e., Windows 8.1)? I don't expect to ever own a PC with Windows 10 so I am curious whether I would be able to use the full functionality of the A50s if I buy them and need to use on Windows 8.1?
They will run without the software installed
Windows is free isn’t? At least on Mac software updates are free
thanks for this, there's so many headsets out there, can't decide
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Little update on my A50 they are working amazing and I’m in love with the headset it is honestly pricey I’m still getting over that but it is honestly an amazing headset I have only had two really amazing headsets being the A50 and I use to have a turtle beach stealth 500 that was Bluetooth I got it back in the day for Christmas and it even had bass boost and treble boost and I have not had an amazing headset like that till the A50 and trust me I have bought two steel series one wired and one wireless and those are badass but this A50 is amazing honestly it’s perfect for me and it is very loud on the ps4 especially if you turn all audio on it gets louder
These are great, despite the fact that I had to go through 3 sets before I finally got one where the mic wasn't broken, and they actually charged on the cradle. Not sure if there was some QC issues back in late 2021. I would have given up sooner, if I didn't love they way these sound and feel. Curious if there will be a substantial refresh with a 5th gen coming out some time soon?
I have Turtle Beach z60 now for many years, but I'm looking for a higher quality one. I could get this in outlet for 229€, normally 349€. Would it be worth it, if this amount of money is the absolute max I could use in a headset?
Had mine a few weeks now. Eq 👌. Still tripping over invisible wires.
I absolutely love my A50s. The sound quality is great, and picks up footsteps.
I've used them on PC and my xbox, and I dont notice any sound volume difference...
You get it! :)
Hi can I ask how you have set up for the xbox I'm assuming it's a next gen console do you just use USB or you also use the optical ? Thanks
@@sabrinafurley3092 Astros no longer need optical ports to work they've updated the software to run on USB only.
Please can you help? We have just purchase this headset and can’t get my head around how the voice and game chat buttons work. It either all seems to go really loud or voice/game seems to go off when I press each one
Hey dude, i really see almost all your headsets comparisions but i dont understand about headsets and i need one to use literaly all the day without hurt, do you think the a50 is a good option for the price and how much it will keep alive or maybe another that i can replace some parts is better? like the g733 or any another wireless headset. Thansk for your attention!
It's the most comfortable to use all day for sure. But yes, longevity might be a problem. The G733 does have swappable batteries but it's not as nice. The G Pro X is another good one but I'm not sure about long term use.
Best headset out there waiting for the next gen
Hey so as far as charging it overnight using the base, do you need to leave your pc on or in rest mode? I cant seem to get it to charge when plugged in to a usb on my power strip tower or when it the pc is off. Thanks for the video
If a the USB port has charging capabilities it should work even when off. With pass through power. It depends on the port though
@@TheProvokedPrawn Thanks for the quick response, i had to change a power setting in bios to keep the usbs active while pc is off. Thanks for the effort in the videos
Hello! please answer...
which has the best bass astro A50 or audeze penrose ? to play and listen to music on ps5 ?
thanks in advance
I am currently looking at this headset - I have a pair of Sennheiser HD599 now and a mod mic. I want something with some more bass and wireless. I have tried the Arctis 7 and found my ears touch the drivers - it is a problem with many headsets I try - the HD599 are good though. You mentioned that the A50 earcups aren't as big as other you tested, do your ears touch the drivers? Do you run in to that issue on many headsets you try?
If you want deep earcups Turtle Beach are a good brand to look at in my experience
why do I have to reinstall the Astro Command Center in order for the app to work?
Tried both exe and store.. both the same.
Have had my astro's for 10 years now, wireless still works for a few hours, and then just plug in with cord and keep playing. They died today so I'm looking for the new pairs and hope they last just as long :D
Is the leather mod kit head band piece more comfy than the standard? I find that the original head pad indents my head big time lol
Hmm, I don't think you'll notice much difference really.
Hello! I have had these for two weeks now and the top piece keeps CONSTANTLY popping out. I'm guessing thats what yours was doing. I really need to buy the mod kit for it to not pop out?! ive seen that a few people online have super glued it... lol. Just wondering if its something i need to reach out to astro about or if its simply a design flaw.
I have one too and mine doesn't do that sounds like its a factory problem send them back and get a new one
Alright, thanks for the reply!
I've had the gen 3 ones since launch (about 5 years), they're finally dying on me (battery life is roughly 5 hours now, cuts out sometimes) is it worth upgrading to the gen 4s or waiting until the gen 5s come out?
I'm same as you, bought gen 3 when it came out and need to upgrade now. I didn't see anything about gen 5 so went ahead and bought gen 4. Have you found anything about gen 5?
@@Cynosure01 unfortunately no, nothing at all
@@ImZer0. oh well. Thanks. I went ahead and got gen 4s. So far, slightly better range than g3, and the base station is easier to connect (had trouble getting g3 to charge docked, mostly ran usb). I'm still trying to get the sound the way I like it though, can't tell if sound quality is better or worse yet and am confused by how Dolby atmos interacts with astro tuner..... Considered steel series for the replaceable battery but my big ol noggin didn't feel comfortable in them
@@Cynosure01 ya my gen 3s have always had the charging problem, where you kinda have to wiggle it into a 'sweet spot' for it to charge.
The slightly extra range is nice to hear, but I think I'll hold on to my gen3s a tad longer unless I find a sale on the gen 4s
Probably would have had Gen5 with no pandemic. Dont expect Gen5's until end of 2022/2023
Did your new replacement model started to peeling off by now?
How come Astro sent you a replacement? Were you still under the warranty? Also how do I check whether I have warranty or not? Purchased a pair a few days ago.
Because I'm a big deal. (JOKES).
I think as long as you have proof of purchase you're good for a year?
It is hard to find aftermarket battery (1000mAh 533-000169) for Astro A50 Gen.4. They are mostly for the previous series (Gen1 - Gen3). I think if you want to have it changed you should send it back to Logitech (he owns Astro).
My Astro A50s are stuck in “boot loader mode” any way to fix that?
Do you know if buying a new base station would fix the charging issue, rather than buying a whole new headset aswell, or is the issue within the headset itself?
I don't know, but I'd imagine it's the battery struggling to hold charge rather than the base station
I was considering getting a pair, but I found a bluetooth headset with some nice features, but there's a number of issues that got in the way of me enjoying it.
Unbelievable headset. The best of the best.
Just returned the Corsair virtuoso XT for these. No regrets
Same was so disappointed with the corsairs.
I personally use these headsets for about 6 months, they are very comfortable to wear for long hours, sometimes I even forget to take them off. I love the wireless connection it's great and the battery charges quickly. But if you go deeper, I would personally go for the best sound quality and a good microphone + the option to choose between wired or wireless connection. My previous headsets were the Asus centurion 7.1, which wasn't as comfortable to wear over long sessions, but the microphone sound and software were much better than on Astro A50.
For now, I want to buy the Sennheiser 600+ series and a separate mic that will connect to the Sound Blaster ae-9.
Similar case. I bought Beyerdinamics 990 pro with sound blaster G6 and separate mic. Cant get more better sound than that, everything else depends on actual game audio.
Are these normally uncomfortable after prolonged use? I had a session for a little over an hour and it started getting uncomfortable for me personally
I guess it varies from person to person because I can wear them all day and be comfortable
is Astro better than Penrose in FPS games in detail and clarity?
I had the earlier generation of these and loved them. When they started aging and were acting funny I decided to try out this generation. I simply could not get them to sound right no matter what I did. I changed every setting I could to match the old headrest and it simply sounded worse. I ended up switching to steel series, but I still miss the older Astros.
Curious, do you play on PC or a system? I'm looking at these or steel series
Damn bro did you sleep with those astros on or something how did get them to that sorry state it’s heartbreaking I’ve had mine for a year and it’s still almost brand new.
Is the surround sound good on these? I have Gen 3 Astro A40 TR’s but the surround isn’t the best so I think it’s time for an upgrade.
I think so, yes. It has Dolby and Dolby Atmos options and provides decent surround sound in my experience. Good positional audio.
Test them out at best buy 😄
@@oskardacat6748 We don’t have Best Buy in the UK
You can change the battery if you're not scared of some diy and you can solder 3 wires. Of course, it's no steelseries solutions but for about 10 € you can get a good replacement battery. All in all, 20-30 minutes work.
It should be more user friendly than that though. Considering what people are paying
@@TheProvokedPrawn True, but it's 100 $ cheaper than the steelseries and I think those are the only ones that have the easy replaceable batteries.
The problem with Astro headsets is quality control. Not surprised yours stopped working.
the batt dying after 1 year is just insane, over £250 and failure in under a year is really really bad. what is the warrenty cover on it
Is the sound on new console fixed yet
Problem I’ve had with these headphones is the EQ and Adobe button disappear and all you see is the PS4 logo then you have to hard reset. If I’m gaming for a few hours I have to do it a couple times. I’ve requested a ticket with Astro gaming and they just tell you the same old BS. Let’s see I’m going to take it a little further And see if they can help
Approximately how long did the first unit battery lasted before it became unusable?
I am also wondering
Loved them except quality issues I went through 4 pairs and had the same issue the top padding wouldn’t stay in struggled to charge as it wouldn’t register and some connection issues now and again
I had gen 3 that died and was replaced by gen 4. I love them but want something that has a better mic to replace them as they have worn out and I cannot buy replacement pads and Astro f'd me around for months in email before going silent. I love them but hate being stuffed around.
I used the a40 anniversary edition and I loved it but the Cabel connectors brack very fast so I bought the a50 and I love it .
would you say that the lightspeed pro x 2 is better than the a50?
Possibly for durability and a couple of other things but it doesn't have the convenience of the charging dock ua-cam.com/video/y5g-Lb9jIPM/v-deo.html
I just want independent volume sliders for PS5. I been using TB stealth 500 for the last 6 years because I love this feature. Real pain everything is dropping the TOSLINK optocal out.
the one issue i have with these is considering the price of the gen 4 version and build quality no bluetooth connectivity? thats standard nowadays
So if not the A50s, then what is the best headset? I need something I can use on PC and Xbox
You'll probably want the Audeze Penrose
@@TheProvokedPrawn I bought the Xbox version. Question, how do you have the mic work on both XSX and PC using the switch? It doesnt seem possible. As you were referring, I guess the normal solution is to run a desk mic and send analogue to the base station to mic monitor? Does this work? Also wondering what I would use the optical out for? Cheers - still happy with the headset either way.
Definitely think these are some of the best ones out there, but I am waiting for the 5th gen.
Me too 🤣🤣
When is the 5th gen coming? I’m definitely in need of a headset and have been looking at these and the artic pros. I’m using 58x jubilees right now but I’d really like a wireless option for my PC!
@@Dan-lm4di no one knows sadly.
@@OliverPolyzois should I get them then? Or just wait
@@lovelucii1181 I am holding on to my old headphones, waiting for the next generation of Astro A50. A50 gen 4 are relatively old.
Fantastic review. I’ll be pulling the trigger on these. Tired of the damn wired headset at the desk 🙄
Glad to be helpful. Hope you enjoyed enough to subscribe 🦐 and enjoy the headset too.
I love mine i just hate that it’s so hard to find or get the Mod kit
I have the original A40's from 2012.. still work solid but audio is not as good sounding as the A50.. BUT**** after 8 months my A50's turned into a paperweight... Fingers crossed Astro is able to help :(
Provoked Prawn ~ You said if we had questions or comments to post them and you'd respond...so here's hoping you read this and respond!
I have loved the A50's since I got them for my Xbox One X. When I upgraded to the Series X, MS sadly got rid of the Opt/Out TosLink connection on the console. Astro said, "We've made a change to enable these to work via USB - you won't be disappointed!" Ugh. Sadly they are useless to me now. The audio is NOTHING like it used to be via TosLink.
Thoughts on how to circumvent this without buying a different headset altogether? I thought about running fiber from the base to my receiver and then HDMI back to the console, but I wasn't sure if that would pass the audio through correctly or not. Looking for options...
I'm sorry I don't know anything about the console connections. Any answer I gave would just be from my googling
Are these good for big ears? I have huge ones lol
Are there connectivity issues like there were in the gen 3s?
I've never experienced issues no
@@TheProvokedPrawn I have the gen 3 Astro A50s and the audio that comes from the headset constantly cuts in and out. I feel like there is some connectivity issues since my modem so close to the headset. Still debating whether I should give the A50s another chance 🤷♂️
Had mine for a year and same problem. Faulty battery and had to fight with astro to get them to warranty it. They did eventually agree to warranty it but if the battery burns out after a year again I will be done with this product
I wish someone found how to replace batteries in these, I only found it for previous gens....
This issue I have, at least on the PC side of things is that the Dolby button is basically pointless now. They're essentially forcing you to use Dolby Atmos if you want any kind of surround sound. It's a shame because on the previous models, the Dolby drivers built in with use of the Dolby button would give a very wide soundstage and ridiculous surround sound. Without the Dolby button and through the use of Atmos it's a more tighter, closer sound and not so much a stage or atmosphere. Now there is a way to "fix" that, and that's through optical cord using Dolby Live through your motherboard or sound card. The problem with that is that headset will randomly disconnect and require the power being cycled to work again. It's odd to me that no one is talking about this.
Same issue on console with the lack of the optical port. There are work arounds as well but it's tedious and annoying. Astros Dolby definitely seems better than Atmos (for most games) anyway.
I got an issue, dont know if any of you could help me. I bought the Astro A50 Gen4, the last one. Thing is the Firmware never updates, always give's me some kind of error. Dont understand what is happening. Thank you very much.
Long press/hold the Dolby button and 'Game' button on the right earcup for about 10 seconds and they will hard reset. Try that while docked and see if it works.
@@TheProvokedPrawn It reset yes, but i didnt help. The firmware still get's an Error.
@@facundomartinezhidalgo8669 have you tried plugging it in to do it? With a micro usb cable
@@TheProvokedPrawn yes I'm using it with the micro USB only. Because I use only PC.
Best headset I've ever owned but broke in less than a year so I'm conflicted on buying another
I’ve broken 3 of these already every time it’s the flimsy building quality. The top headband comes undone constantly, there is a nasty charging bug that I just experienced and many others do. The headset will decide when to charge and will randomly not work. The sound is good, but you can pretty much expect these not to work within a year or even worse like me; just after warranty.
but is it good for the ps5 ?
I've had 2 pros and both of them cracked at the headband to ear cup connection.
You can add Bluetooth to the astro via the 3.5mm audio jack just get a good quality handsfree kit and you can have your phone and pc linked up I have mine setup like this.
Yes. But it would be good if that was standard
@@TheProvokedPrawn I agree just a heads up for you
can you share which kit you use?
@@cdnv3rbal Its no longer on amazon but you can still get the same setup you just need a bluetooth kit that uses aux for output and a ground loop noise isolator
@@cdnv3rbal Go on ebay and copy paste this it wont let me share the link
Mpow Bluetooth Car Kit Handsfree Wireless Receiver W/ Ground Loop Noise Isolator
are these worth getting or should I just hold out till the gen 5
It's hard to say when gen 5 will appear. I've heard nothing about it. Hopefully they'll listen to the feedback and improve things even more.
@@TheProvokedPrawn just bought it for 255$ and waiting for its arrival. How much will you rate it for music? And can I increase the bass?
on pc you wanna use the optical cord with dolby off for a better sound quality
You can put cable in these if you need?
3.5mm or optical connect to base station if you want another audio source. But if you mean for charging, then yes, you can plug in a micro USB and still use them
@@TheProvokedPrawn Oh ok,thank you!
I had the OG or maybe the Gen 2 A50 years ago. Can't remember anymore. The battery in it became useless after a couple years. I eventually pulled the thing to pieces and soldered on a massive rechargeable battery which I zip tied to the top of the headband. It meant the thing lasted about a week of constantly playing music but it was ugly as hell. I also couldn't shake the feeling I had a cheap Chinese lithium battery sitting right on top of my head. Kept thinking it would go into full nuclear meltdown and deposit lithium right into my brain So I eventually just binned them. The lack of an easily replaceable battery really irked me about the Astros and the fact they wouldn't sell me a replacement battery.
Yeah, that would be a good change for gen 5 to be fair. SteelSeries has swappable batteries in their flagship headsets.
@@TheProvokedPrawn It's $720 in Australia. Way too much. The A50s are only $450 for comparison.
can anybody tell me how I get the following constellation: Astro A50 with keyboard and mouse to PC and PS5. There is no possibility to charge the a50 (in the base station), while the PC or PS5 is off, is that right? I also tried to connect the base station with a plug to a socket.
I have 2 issues with the headset.
1. Its very heavy on the head regardless of what anyone says, it gives me pressure headaches
2. When i lower the volume using the wheel I cant turn itt back up until i turn the headset on and off, settings are easily knocked if you sit back in the chair and bump it.
Is it better than hyperx orbit s in term of sound and comfort
Comfort yes, sound no.
@@TheProvokedPrawn Why would anyone pay out for Astros then if they sound worse that a much cheaper headset?
@@floominggonzo283 as I said in my video sound isn't everything. They aren't worse, they just don't have hi Res audio.
For the best sound: the A50 or Arctic pro wireless?
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Both are great.
Astros have a more warm sounding profile while Arctics have a more cold and clinical sound profile which helps just a tad with directional sound.
I just find the A50 to better overall. Better comfort, a more enjoyable sound profile to me with no issue hearing crucial in game sounds, and I enjoy it's aesthetics more.
Got the a50s getting dropped off today by argos. My friend swears by them couldnt praise them enough.
What would you say about them after 2 years now? :)
Commenting about RGB, on a headset. That you will not see when it is on your head. Are you a lighthouse?
Do update on the audeze penrose x
It's sad they stuck with that dumb mini clip on the headband for tension. I have an older generation A50 and i've had to replace the clip twice as the tiny plastic clips holding it in broke. after the 2nd one broke I couldn't get anyone at Astro to replace it.
Where you bought that skull?
I got it on holiday, not online sadly. But I bet you can find similar with a search for "steampunk skulls".
Will the Xbox version work on ps5 ??
Sadly they will not
I love this ni but I have the same problem. The charge. The charge problem is so bad and happens for just about everyone. Other than that they’re A1 everywhere else.
I’ve had these for around 9 months and I’ve had slot of issues with them
The head band pops out a lot
The head band doesn’t stay straight on my head and twists a lot
And recently they fully died and wouldn’t charge or turn on
Sad to hear it. Should still be in warranty though?
@@TheProvokedPrawn that's what I'm hoping because it is a very comfortable headset, I'm just waiting on Astro support now.
why would you want music through your phone, and your pc, and phone calls, and discord and gaming all at the same time?
So you can wander off for a beer and still have music. Or listen to music without streaming it. Or watch UA-cam videos without alt tabbing out of a game. Loads of reasons.
the feature on the side to hear less or more of your friends is perfect for those clutch moments when all your noob friends or teamates died( but are still screaming in the mic, telling you to do this or that back seat driving) just mute them real quick and go clutch. had the astro a40's over 13 years ago and got 10th pretisge in call of duty modern warfare (released nov11.) 10th prietisge by nov 25. all gold guns unlocked by dec 15... by tthe xmas rolled around all the 1 one noobs came on and my kda went from 3 to 10... the headset was so fkn broken back then when no1 used headsets on consoles with the optical cable so over powered and broken. quit the game by the newyear went to halo to get 50 in everything on that afterwards caause cod is for 10year olds just play tarkov a real game.(this headset on tarkov is overpowered but just turn off surround sound unlesss your listening to music or a movie. The MIC is also garbage just saying....
astro A50 or beyerdynamic dt 1990 pro?
Both!
I saw your video and i buy the astro a50, but it feels to tight for me. I use just like you in maximum range but me ears hurts because 1 is to tight and 2 me ear doesnt fit all in the ear cups.
im really disappoint because all said astro a50 are very confortable but my old hyperx cloud stinger wirless are more confortable.
I'm sorry to hear it. Alas, comfort is obviously a personal thing and sadly varies depending on your head shape, ear size and more. I'm sorry you don't like them but I still stand by my statement. 🤷♂️
Buy the mid kit, makes a massive difference. BUT keep in mind, it takes about a month for these to be broke in. After a month, it will start to shape based to your head.
theres a swich on the back so i only use 1 base station for my pc/ps5. for gen 5 l like to see better quilty speakers my first pair of astro a 50 gen 4 poped a speaker due to high bass so the speakers aint that great (with that said a ordered another pair of astro a50 4gen. and being able to turn the eco system off in the software could be nice as i for my selv never use it and dislike when it turns off useing my phone or somthing