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The Astro A40 Audio System is a headphone/microphone headset with an included A40 MixAmp headphone amplifier designed for gamers. With many analogue inputs on the MixAmp, including an axillary mini-jack input for things such as MP3 players, the unit also employs digital TOSLINK and S/PDIF connectability options, meaning it has an included DAC chip and is compatible with Xbox 360 and PS3 gaming consoles. This digital connection also allows for PC gamers to bypass cheaper PC audio componentry that not only utilizes vital CPU cycles, but often sounds poor in comparison due to EM radiation and sub-par onboard circuitry. Both the A40 headset and A40 MixAmp are available separately, or together in this bundle.
MSRP $249.95
Release date August, 2008
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- Headphone: Dynamic, 15Hz - 28KHz frequency responce, 50 ohms, 3.5 mm mini-stereo with 1/4" adapter connection
- Microphone: 6.0mm uni-directional noise canceling
- MixAmp connections: stereo RCA, coaxial, optical, pc microphone, axillary mini-jack input, output(to headset), controller connection (XBOX 360), daisy chain connector (for daisy chaining multiple MixAmps), power
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Astro A40 Audio System
• Astro A40 Audio System - Black
• A40 Audio System - Black
UPC: 892784002000
EAN: 892784002000
MPN: A4061SE
Competitors
MSRP $129.99
Released March, 2009
Pros
- doesn't require a user to have a sound card (just a USB port)
- quality construction
- unidirectional, noise canceling microphone make it easy to communicate in game - even in loud environments
Cons
- cannot implement EAX 4/5
- cord is stiff and can be annoying
- software functionality is extremely limited
Astro A40 Audio System
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Logitech G35
MSRP $99.99
Released January, 2006
Pros
- Very comfortable
- Great mic
- Good positional recognition
Cons
- SQ not very good for music
- Hard to come by
Astro A40 Audio System
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Creative Fatal1ty Professional Series Gaming Headset
MSRP $99.99
Released August, 2008
Pros
- appears very comfortable and made of
quality materials
- features in line volume and microphone controls
- does not have to be used as a USB headset (comes with 3.5mm stereo headphone and microphone jacks)
- good isolation for playing in louder environments like LAN parties
Cons
- as a USB headset it cannot implement EAX (requires advanced audio devices)
- impossible to find
Astro A40 Audio System
vs.
Plantronics Gamecom 777
MSRP $299.99
Released January, 2009
Pros
- can use all of the superior options / technologies afforded by a full sound card
- can be used open or closed - open for communication and air or closed sound isolation
- the best headphone 5.1 surround implementation to date
Cons
- expensive
- only available from the manufacturer's website - expensive shipping
- microphone falls off the headset and swivels uncontrollably as your head tilts
Astro A40 Audio System
vs.
Psyko Audio Labs Psyko 5.1
MSRP $129.00
Released September, 2006
Pros
- Actually includes 8 discrete drivers to create surround sound
- Ear pads are very comfortable
- 5.1 audio without breaking the bank
Cons
- Cord from adapter is too short
- Surround sound can't compare to a real speaker system
- Pricey
Astro A40 Audio System
vs.
Razer Barracuda HP-1
MSRP $79.99
Released August, 2008
The Razer Piranha is a stereo headphone/microphone combo designed specifically for gamers. Released in August 2008, the Piranha features a noise canceling microphone, in line volume and microphone controls, and a specially tweaked sound signature for improving a gamers ability to hear in game effects. Despite its acceptable game-saving spacial and detail qualities, many...
Astro A40 Audio System
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Razer Piranha
Reviews
May 22, 2009
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Pros
- Very comfortable to wear
- Built in 5.1 decoding
- Adjustable mixing of voice chat and game sounds
- durable
- Extremely slick design
- Daisy chaining ability is useful for hardcore competitive situations
- quality detachable microphone with quick mute button
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September 2, 2008
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Pros
- Very comfortable to wear
- Built in 5.1 decoding
- Adjustable mixing of voice chat and game sounds
- Extremely slick design
- Daisy chaining ability is useful for hardcore competitive situations
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October 27, 2009
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1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.
Pros
- Very comfortable to wear
- Built in 5.1 decoding
- Adjustable mixing of voice chat and game sounds
- durable
- Extremely slick design
- Daisy chaining ability is useful for hardcore competitive situations
- compatible to about every gaming system: xbox360, PC, PS3 (w/$10 adapter), etc.
- system comes with every audio cable you could ever need (minus fiber optic)
- fabric lining for the ears is very comfortable
- mixamp allows you to hook up your ipod to it so that you get game sound and your music blended in nicely through the same headphones
- good sound quality
- mic is noise cancelling
- adjustable to fit a wide range of head sizes
- Powered by USB
Cons
- Pricey
- no equalizer
- doesn't work well with glasses
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May 27, 2009
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1 out of 1 people found this review helpful.
Pros
- Very comfortable to wear
- Built in 5.1 decoding
- Adjustable mixing of voice chat and game sounds
- durable
- quality detachable microphone with quick mute button
- compatible to about every gaming system: xbox360, PC, PS3 (w/$10 adapter), etc.
- system comes with every audio cable you could ever need (minus fiber optic)
- good sound quality
- mic is noise cancelling
- adjustable to fit a wide range of head sizes
- mixamp has a battery option for portability
Cons
- Pricey
- They're wired
- previous mixamp model needs 4 AA batteries
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2 out of 2 people found this review helpful.
Pros
- compatible to about every gaming system: xbox360, PC, PS3 (w/$10 adapter), etc.
- system comes with every audio cable you could ever need (minus fiber optic)
- fabric lining for the ears is very comfortable
- mixamp allows you to hook up your ipod to it so that you get game sound and your music blended in nicely through the same headphones
- add-on rechargeable battery available
- very comfortable to wear
- microphone! also a mute button to switch it off
Cons
- no equalizer
- bass is weak
- too many wires
- length of cable from Mixamp to Xbox 360 controller isn't as long as headphone cables
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May 21, 2009
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1 out of 4 people found this review helpful.
Pros
- Very comfortable to wear
- durable
- quality detachable microphone with quick mute button
Cons
- Pricey
- They're wired
- doesn't work well with glasses
- designed for gamers - poor option for music lovers
- doesn't compare to a true surround sound system
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