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    Question Astro 40 headset

    I’ve had my Astro 40 headset for around 6 years now (since March 2014), and recently the sound coming from the speakers inside the headphones stopped producing sound normally. It isn’t that I can’t hear anything; it’s that it’s super quiet and not putting out all the full sound (i.e. I can’t...
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    Solved! Where to find a similar aux to the ASTRO a10 gaming headset

    I have an ASTRO A10 headset but I do not know where to find an aux like the one that came with it. The regular 3.5 broke off and now I can't use it. Instead of buying a new headset I thought I could just buy a new aux cable as it can detach from the headset completely but to find the proper 4...
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    Headset Not Working

    I Recently bought Astro a10s and have not been able to use them for pc. I tested them with my ps4 and they work fine. However when i plug it into my computer and it asks what I plugged in nothing happens. I looked into the audio settings and it is not even listed under input or output devices...
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    Astro A50 3Gen or Senheiser game zero

    Hi guys I can get both for 70 pounds Wondering which should I get and why? The A50 I mean the wireless version
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    Mic isn't working but it did before.

    I have an astro headset, not sure what kind specifically but it's the one that has a cord that's detachable from both ends. The computer I'm trying to use it on is an Acer Nitro 5. The mic works on my switch, but not on my laptop anymore, how can I fix that?
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    Hi i can't get the correct sound from my home theater when i connect with my TV(astro). Need to increase the volume until max.

    Hi i can't get the correct sound from my home theater when i connect with my TV(astro). Need to increase the volume until max.
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    Steelseries or astro

    Which one is better the steelseries arctis pro wireless or astro a50 3rd gen I’m one ps4 only
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    My XB1 S Has an Optical Port that is too tight how do I change this?

    My XB1 S has a tight optical port and I cant plug my astro a20's in. I have tried forcing it in but when it clicked it didnt stay in. If anybody knows the solution let me know.
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    Help with DT 990’s

    So I recently bought the DT 990 Pro’s paired with a Schiit Magni 3 and compared to my Astro A40’s w/ MixAmp the DT’s sound sooo much worse. What’s going on? I bought the DT’s based on excellent reviews but they sound bad, like they’re not clear at all and when gaming I can’t pinpoint anything...
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    Astro A40 TR Strange Mic Problem

    So my cousin has an astro a40 tr + mixamp pro tr that i talked him into getting and now hes to lazy to ask about but, there is a small problem with the mic that i just cant solve... it has worked fine since Christmas 2017 and as far as i know this only started this week. The microphone doesnt...
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    No Audio From Sound Blaster Z via Optical Out to Astro A50 Mixamp TXD Receiver

    Can someone please advise on how to get 5.1 audio from the optical output of the Sound Blaster Z sound card to the A50 Astro Mixamp TXD receiver/transmitter. I have followed numerous Youtube vids and forum posts but, alas, I STILL can not get it working. Here is how I have it set up: In Sound...
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    Solved! Buzzing In Headphones Using Aux Cable

    I have a ge62 2qd apache pro gaming laptop setup next to my Xbox. I run an aux cable from my laptop to my Astro a40 mix amp pro so that I can listen to music and podcasts while I play. Today a buzzing began playing into my headphones through the aux . It is loudest when the laptop is plugged in...
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    Is there a good recommended headset?

    My friend was offering me his Astro A40's. Mixamp,Cables,etc etc. For $160. Is there a better headset then the A40's for that kind of money
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    Razer or Astro??

    Hi, I'm hesitant to buy a RAZER ManOwar 7.1 wireless or the astro a40 without the mixamp
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    Logitech g933 vs astro a40 (Gaming, Streaming & Vidéo Editing)

    Hello, So I’m stuck choosing between Logitech g933 and Astro a40 My daily use is: Gaming, Video Editing, Streaming, Voice recording. The main difference between these two are : ASTRO A40 TR has a neodymium magnet highest frequency impedance no battery needed Logitech G933 supports...
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    Best Astro a40 Setup to switch between a PS4 and an Xbox One

    Hello so here is my predicament. I am wanting to use ONE headset for both game/party voice chat, and surround sound game volume. I am currently limited to using two different headsets being one for chat and the other for surround sound. My current setup is the HyperX Clouds IIs hooked up to a...
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    Astro Mix-amp + Hyper Clouds 2

    So I have the Astro A40 TR's, and love them a lot, but the sound quality isn't great. It sounds a little metallic and I have heard they don't do the mixamp justice. Plus my mic is going out... I was wondering if it would be worth getting the Hyper Cloud 2 headset to pair with my mixamp. I...
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    Audio-Technica BPHS1 for PC gaming?

    So i have been using my Astro A40s(2013 edition) for a good 2 years but my neighbor is selling his headphones, the Audio-Technica BPHS1 for $100(neighbor deal he says). I know Audio-Technica are well know for creating really great headphones so should i buy them to replace my A40s or should i...
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    Gaming Headset(wireless) + Microphone

    Hi, I currently I have the Astro A50's but was looking to trade them in for something better. I'm not really familiar with headphone stats, so I was hoping you guys could help. Budget: $300(including headphone + mic if separate) I need something with: Good battery life, wireless(must have)...
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    Charge A50 when pc turned off?

    If I play on pc, how am I supposed to charge my new a50 gen3 (I think its gen3, its the black ps4 version) when the dock turns off when I turn off my computer? I googled and didn't find anything. Only solution I can think of is buying an aux cable and plugging that into the pc while plugging...