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  • Front. SteelSeries - Arctis Nova 1 Wired Gaming Headset for PC, PS5, and PS4 - Black.
  • ALMIGHTY AUDIO: 236g / 0.52 / 0.52 lbs Ultra Lightweight Design ComfortMAX System 360 Spatial Audio Nova Acoustic System ClearCast Gen 2 Noise-Cancelling Mic Multi-Platform Support PC X PLAYSTATION SWITCH MOBILE
  • ARCTIS NOVA 1 BEST BUDGET GAMING HEADSET tom'sHARDWARE tom 4 $ 5% - 6 A 4 T - 78 . 8 Y n 91 9 I G U T 01 0 I H / J O 1 : - K P 1 + N - M L 1 I I TO t - - , 1 - : - 1 - 7 SE N I / / PUS ALT 7 ENTER 2 SHIFT ALMIGHTY AUDIO FOR ABSOLUTE IMMERSION Tom's Hardware, Oct 2022
  • Nova Acoustic System with High Fidelity Drivers
  • 360 Spatial Audio X + Enveloping Audio Immerses You In Gaming Worlds
  • COMFORTMAX SYSTEM 23.6g ULTRA LIGHTWEIGHT 236G WITH MEMORY FOAM EARCUP CUSHIONS
  • The image features a pair of black headphones with a height-adjustable earcup and a flexible suspension band. The headphones are designed to provide comfort and support for the user's head and ears, making them an ideal choice for extended periods of use. The earcups can be adjusted to fit the user's head size and shape, while the suspension band provides additional support and comfort. The headphones are likely part of a larger system that offers a comfortable and enjoyable listening experience.
  • ClearCast Gen 2 Mic AI removes background noise from your chat and team comms.
  • MULTI-PLATFORM SUPPORT: WORKS WITH PC, PLAYSTATION, XBOX, SWITCH, MAC, AND MOBILE
  • SONAR SOFTWARE X-RAY HEARING FOR TOTAL CONTROL WITH PRO-GRADE PARAMETRIC EQ
  • ONBOARD CONTROLS Mic Mute + Volume Adjust the volume and mute the mic on the headset
  • The image features a computer setup with a keyboard, mouse, and headphones on a desk. The keyboard is colorful, and the headphones are placed next to the keyboard. The mouse is located on the right side of the keyboard. The desk is illuminated with purple lighting, creating a visually appealing workspace.
  • Alt View 23. SteelSeries - Arctis Nova 1 Wired Gaming Headset for PC, PS5, and PS4 - Black.
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  • Alt View 25. SteelSeries - Arctis Nova 1 Wired Gaming Headset for PC, PS5, and PS4 - Black.
  • Included Items: * Arctis Nova 1 Headset * Steelseries Dedicated PC Headset * Retractable Cable * 20-22.000 Hz Frequency Response * 100-10.300 Hz Frequency Response * Arctis Designed in Denmark * Comfortable Earpads * Signature Sound * Arctis Drivers for Windows * Replaceable Earpads * Steelseries Arctis Signature Sound * Arctis Nova 1 Headset * Steelseries Dedicated PC Headset * Retractable Cable * 20-22.000 Hz Frequency Response * 100-10.300 Hz Frequency Response * Arctis Designed in Denmark * Comfortable Earpads * Signature Sound * Arctis Drivers for Windows * Replaceable Earpads * Steelseries Arctis Signature Sound * Arctis Nova 1 Headset * Steelseries Dedicated PC Headset * Retractable Cable * 20-22.000 Hz Frequency Response * 100-10.300 Hz Frequency Response * Arctis Designed in Denmark * Comfortable Earpads * Signature Sound * Arctis Drivers for Windows * Replaceable Earpads * Steelseries Arctis Signature Sound
  • Arctis Nova 1: Product Trailer Video video 1 minutes 00 seconds

SteelSeries - Arctis Nova 1 Wired Gaming Headset for PC, PS5, and PS4 - Black

Model:
61606
SKU:
6515789
$59.99

Customer reviews

Rating 4.4 out of 5 stars with 1169 reviews

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    Rating 4.6 out of 5 stars

87%
would recommend
to a friend

Customers are saying

Customers appreciate the Arctis Nova 1 Wired Gaming Headset's exceptional sound quality and comfortable fit, frequently praising its lightweight design. Many also find the price reasonable and highlight the convenient retractable microphone. However, some users mention the cord could be longer, and a few experienced connection issues.

This summary was generated by AI based on customer reviews.

The vast majority of our reviews come from verified purchases. Reviews from customers may include My Best Buy members, employees, and Tech Insider Network members (as tagged). Select reviewers may receive discounted products, promotional considerations or entries into drawings for honest, helpful reviews.
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  • Returned not satisfied.

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    Posted . Owned for 2 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Did not work on my ps5 though controller..has to plug directly in ps5. It should list this. As i was looking into this i was led to believe it would work through the ps5 controller

    This review is from SteelSeries - Arctis Nova 3 Wired Gaming Headset for PC, PS5, and PS4 - Black

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend

  • Horrible

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    Posted . Owned for 4 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Bad design broke in half after using for two weeks

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend

  • Headphones

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Bad experience mute and unmute was not working. Other than that easy to use

    This review is from SteelSeries - Arctis Nova 3 Wired Gaming Headset for PC, PS5, and PS4 - Black

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend

  • Headphone

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Only could hear through one side. Will be returning.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend

  • Good headset , mic didint work

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Mic didint work . Had to troubleshoot a bunch. Didint end up fixing it.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend

  • Headset headache

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    Posted . Owned for 6 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    They didn’t last a year before they broke not worth the price at all

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend

  • present

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    grandson loves it! touchdown granny! Happy New Year

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Good Headset

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    MY son loves this headset to go with his gaming system. The kids know this brand!

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Below average headset

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Mic is pretty terrible headset sound wise it is decent at best.

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend

  • DONT BUY STEEL SERIES

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    One day Ill learn to not buy steel series. They are so flimsy and break so easy. Watch out it might break with a simple twist of the ear cup. 3rd pair of SteelSeries headsets had the same problem. Just dont buy steel series.

    I would recommend this to a friend

  • Don’t Buy

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    Posted . Owned for 3 months when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Microphone is terrible and the cord does not work correctly. Definitely add insurance so you can return and exchange.

    This review is from SteelSeries - Arctis Nova 3 Wired Gaming Headset for PC, PS5, and PS4 - Black

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend

  • Great experience in Best buy but product no

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Quality bad. Sound and microphone dont work as spected.

    This review is from SteelSeries - Arctis Nova 3 Wired Gaming Headset for PC, PS5, and PS4 - Black

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend

  • mic

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    the microphone does not extend far enough to avoid beard hair and annoys like an irratating girlfriend who's trying to annoy you while you play

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend

  • Waste of gas to drive to the store to return them!

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    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    I wanted to try a new headphone cause my Sony have some age on them. The Steelseries artic Nova 1 are less than half as loud as my old Sony. Junk!

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend

  • Not great

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Audio never worked right. I had to return and get a different head set

    This review is from SteelSeries - Arctis Nova 3 Wired Gaming Headset for PC, PS5, and PS4 - Black

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend

  • Long term review

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    Posted . Owned for 1 year when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Setup was easy but it broke after 13 months---avoid

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend

  • No bueno!!!

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    Posted . Owned for 1 week when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Speakers rattled with the sound and the when speaking to someone it sounds like you’re in the bathroom or under water. Lolol

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend

  • No good!

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    Posted . Owned for 2 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Headphones worked ok for about 3 weeks. Now one side won't work at all. Not sure if this is a common issue with these or not. Wouldn't waste your money on these.

    This review is from SteelSeries - Arctis Nova 1 Wired Gaming Headset for PC, PS5, and PS4 - White

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend

  • Waste of money

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    Posted . Owned for 1 month when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Head set fell apart within 2 weeks of using it and the sound in the right side no longer works. Microphone also no longer works

    This review is from SteelSeries - Arctis Nova 1 Wired Gaming Headset for PC, PS5, and PS4 - White

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend

  • DO NOT BUY

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    Posted . Owned for 3 weeks when reviewed.
    This reviewer received promo considerations or sweepstakes entry for writing a review.

    Has a constant buzzing noise when in use. Do not buy

    This review is from SteelSeries - Arctis Nova 3 Wired Gaming Headset for PC, PS5, and PS4 - Black

    No, I would not recommend this to a friend
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