Arctis Nova Elite - Obsidian

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Arctis Nova Elite - Obsidian

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Arctis Nova Pro Omni Just Dropped – Thoughts?

It's basically a cheaper Nova Elite. AFAIK, isn't this the only other headset that supports simultaneous audio output and microphone input via USB? A splitter can't achieve that. It's an awesome feature for anyone who uses multiple systems since you don't have to fiddle with any settings or the dac

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senorjc in r/steelseries

May 5, 2026 5:31 PM

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What are the best wireless gaming headsets people actually stick with?

I use the Steel Series Arctis Nova Pros. Sound quality is excellent, the mic sounds good, and it comes with some pretty easy-to-understand software. I have a large head and ears, and I have no complaints about the fit. Edit: I tried the Arctis Nova Elites. Although they're outside of your budget, I

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Particular_Copy_666 in r/Gamer

May 4, 2026 4:06 PM

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Nova Elite or Maxwell 2?

It depends entirely on what features you want in a headset. The Audeze Maxwell is widely regarded as having the best sound quality in a gaming headset. Its planar magnetic drivers have great detail and clarity. You also get an 80-hour battery life, Bluetooth connectivity (not simultaneous), and AI n

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That2mittenguy in r/steelseries

January 10, 2026 3:16 PM

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Nova Elite or Maxwell 2?

I’m sorry that you were experiencing that with the Nova Pro. I’ve had mine since launch and they were absolutely fantastic. I made the jump to the Nova Elite when those dropped and I love them even more. Unfortunately due to being an early adopter for everything, I learned that they had an app conne

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Nickool4u in r/steelseries

January 10, 2026 9:38 PM

2

Nova Elite without Sonar

i use mine without sonar. the dac has a built in 10 band eq you can tweak right on the base station - it saves to the headset. for spatial sound, dolby atmos works great and gives you a license when you register the headset. SteelSeries Arctis Nova Elite performs the same without sonar, you just los

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LetterheadClassic306 in r/steelseries

March 20, 2026 3:32 PM

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Are Nova elites worth the upgrade if I trade in my Nova pro wireless?

I'll hand it to them, the design and feel of the headset is hands down top of the line quality. The hinges are thick metal, and feel hefty, and they take a bit of effort to twist into place. Problem is they sound awful out of the box, so for me, that's a deal breaker. I want a headset to come out of

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EmperorRosko in r/steelseries

October 6, 2025 2:17 PM

3

Can we talk about how bad the Steelseries GG software is?

Honestly, I just recently purchased the Arctis Nova Elite and installed GG for the second time on my PC (used them for a bit on previous non-steelseries headset). I have absolutely zero issues with the PC software and iPhone App. No crashes, no weird bugs, boots up on start up, and no device detecti

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Monke13F in r/steelseries

October 29, 2025 1:30 PM

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is there a way to fixed really compressed audio?

It’s really not that bad for me but I use SteelSeries Arctis Nova Elites and the AC Origins game sound profile in the GG program makes it sound amazing. I remember it sounding awful on consoles though.

CityHaunts in r/AssassinsCreedOrigins

May 19, 2026 4:16 PM

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Low volume on Nova Elite

i ran into this exact issue when i upgraded. the Nova Elite drivers need a bit more power, so make sure Sonar is off and check your Windows volume is at 100%. those Wicked Cushions are comfy but they definitely change the sound signature - i ended up swapping to Brainwavz Microsuede Earpads which ke

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LetterheadClassic306 in r/steelseries

February 16, 2026 3:28 AM

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Just got these anything I should know

$200 is def not too bad. I picked up the Nova Elites and they’re great. But been getting hell over them bc I paid $600 for these lol. But I game, a lot, and these are newest top line ones. Carbon fiber drivers and copper or brass surrounds. Etc. and I’d say if you like them they’re worth it. Just li

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SufficientSpite1714 in r/steelseries

April 12, 2026 2:21 PM

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