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Of course, this isn't a $300 headset, so you're not getting some of the finer points of high-end audio. Clear, well-balanced audio allows for directional precision in faster games, and there's a depth to the human voice in dialogue which was impressive as well.

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Audio quality is a real driver in this value proposition, with the Nova 1s packing an immense power into these smaller 40mm drivers. We were surprised that the SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1 offers such a similar soundstage to its far more expensive cousins.

When it comes to audio, it's easy to see just how far we've come. Despite the fabric (and therefore usually more breathable) material on the cups themselves, we did find these cups heating up a little quicker than others we've had our hands on. The only drawback we noticed was temperature. Weighing in at 236g, these smaller cups sat perfect on our heads. That's not going to offer the same plush comfort, but we found it still offered comfort over longer sessions - primarily because of the ultra lightweight design. The Nova 1 has a completely different design to the Pro, offering a scaled back plastic chassis with an elasticated inner headband to keep things flexible. This is a very well-considered headset that represents a careful paring down of the higher-spec Arctis Nova models, and sound quality has been wisely prioritised. Yes, you're dropping the vast majority of the features the $350 cups above will offer, but for $60 / £60 the Arctis Nova 1 still represents fantastic value for money. However, this line has traditionally been incredibly successful, and the latest iteration proves that Arctis headsets perform no matter their price point.

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The SteelSeries Arctis Nova 1 sits at the opposite end of the budget spectrum to the Pro above. Read more: SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro wireless review

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While that naturally high price point is going to be prohibitive for some, this is the gold standard when it comes to PS4 headsets. Between crystal clear audio, a high end microphone, and additional quality of life features, the Pro Wireless is a go-to for anyone looking to indulge themselves in some high-end PS4 audio. With new generation audio, then, the SteelSeries Arctis Nova Pro wireless is going to breathe new life into any PS4 setup. We were so blown away by this simple resolution, we're shocked nobody's done it before. That means you'll never run out of charge - and that's invaluable for those playing longer sessions and the disorganized chargers among us. The base station also serves as a charging dock for the spare battery, which can be hot-swapped in and out of the headset itself.

That's excellent for multi-platform users, but the star of the show is the battery. You'll find a range of handy features here, including the ability to seamlessly switch between different wireless inputs (think switching between your PS4 and Xbox audio at the flick of a switch). Many of these extras are contained within the small hub / DAC system that ships with each Nova Pro wireless headset.

Yes, we were blown away by the rich, textured audio hitting our ears during our testing, but it was the way SteelSeries wraps its best in class sound up in a whole host of additional features that really stole the show. That's not just because of its stellar audio either. Remember that SteelSeries Arctis audio quality we all know and love? How about that, but better.

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