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ASTRO Gaming is ready to invade the living room with the wireless A50 Headset. Experience Dolby 7.1 Surround Sound with clarity and performance powered by KleerNet's strongest 5.8Ghz solution available. Hear the difference that professionally tuned audiophile-grade sound makes. Whatever your audio needs are, the A50 Headset comes with 3 different EQ modes for movies, hardcore gaming, and competitive shooters. When finished, simply charge your headset from your transmitter and the included display stand. Take over your gaming and home entertainment with the wireless A50 Headset.


Firmware Update: http://www.astrogaming.com/firmware

Review: http://www.astrogaming.com/blog/2038/astro-a50-wireless-headset-with-school-in-mind/

Review Roundup: http://www.astrogaming.com/blog/1999/a50-reviews-round-up/



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  • 5.8GHz WIRELESS TECHNOLOGY

    5.8GHz WIRELESS TECHNOLOGY

    Operating at a higher frequency than most wireless devices, ASTRO wireless mixamps provides clarity and range with less interference. Available on A50 and A30 wireless headsets.

  • ASTRO MixAmp

    ASTRO MixAmp

    ASTRO MixAmps lets you adjust your game-to-voice balancing, choose from up to 4 different EQ modes (2013 ed. only) made for gaming/media, and link multiple MixAmps together for a lag-free private voice network.

  • Dolby Digital 7.1

    Dolby Digital 7.1

    Plug into an ASTRO MixAmp and immerse yourself in the audio of your favorite games. Use every gunshot and footstep to pinpoint exactly where the fight is and get the drop on your opponents before they hear you.

  • Multi-system Compatibility

    Multi-system Compatibility

    ASTRO MixAmps ensure compatibility with any major platform you choose to game on. Whether you're gaming on an Xbox 360, a PS3, a PC, or a mobile platform ASTRO has you covered.

  • Superior Fit & Finish

    Superior Fit & Finish

    Wear your ASTROs flat around your neck pro-style or clamp them on your dome for days of play in ultimate comfort. Designed with superior materials & fit, over-ear cushions and in-line mic controls.

  • Tuned with Astro Audio®

    Tuned with Astro Audio®

    Working closely with pro gamers and top audio designers to deliver the highest level of clarity at every frequency, ASTRO AUDIO® is designed to make your games, music, and movies sound the absolute best.

Ships With:
A50 Headset with Li-Ion Battery,Astro Wireless 5.8 Ghz Transmitter w/ KleerNet™, Headset Stand, 1.0M USB Power Cable, 0.5M USB Charging Cable, 1.0M Optical Cable, 1.5M XBOX Live® Chat Cable
Transducer Principle:
Open Air
 Frequency Response:
20Hz - 20,000 KHz
Nominal Impedance:
48 ohm
Weight w/o cable:
0.81lbs/363 grams
Characteristic SPL:
118 db @1kHz
Ear Coupling:
Over-Ear
Distortion:
THD<1%
Connector:
2.5mm XBOX Live® chat port, Mini-USB port
Microphone:
6.0mm uni-directinal noise canceling
Power Supply:
USB mini-B (USB 2.0 compatible)
Battery Life:
8-10 Hours
Frequency Response:
35-20,000 Hx
Wireless Radio:
5.8GHz STS Module
Inputs:
Optical In, AUX In (3.5mm)
Outputs:
Optical Passthrough, USB Power & Voice, USB Charging Port
  • IGN July 2012 
    Astro's long-awaited A40 successors are here. Are they worth the wait (and cash)?
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  • Kotaku Oct 2012  The A50's remain the most impressive, best-sounding, best-designed gaming headphones I've used.
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  • Kotaku July 2012  The Astro A50 Wireless Gaming Headset “If you’re looking for a wireless gaming headset, the A50 is a hell of a thing: a confident realization of each of Astro’s various audio products into a single entity.”
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  • Gamespot July 2012 
    ASTRO’s A50 Wireless Gaming Headset Is Expensive, But Worth Every Penny “The A50′s soundscape is robust and detailed, rivaling the best gaming headsets on the market. Bass rumbles and nuances come to life with no sign of distortion. The new closed ear design brings improved bass response and sound isolation, as well. To ASTRO’s credit, in the absence of a high-end surround system, the thought of watching a movie or playing a game without the A50s begins to feel like a compromise.
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  • Destructoid September 2012  Aurally, the A50 is a phenomenal set, packed with rich, booming base, soothingly smooth midtones and crisp highs.
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  • Nerd Reactor October 2012  The Astro A50 is exactly what you’re looking for in a reliable, omni-compatible, high quality headset.
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  • Amazon September 2012  Look no further, perfection has found a home in the Astro A50's.
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  • Cnet September 2012  In all, this is a seriously excellent device for any gamer.
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  • Forbes August 2012  The ASTRO A50 Wireless Headset is the last piece of audio equipment any game enthusiast should desire for the foreseeable future.
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  • The Verge July 2012  Astro cuts the cables with its first product under its new parent company, Skullcandy, but does it meet fan expectations?
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  • Engadget July 2012 
    Astro Gaming’s latest wireless headset (mostly) pwns in 7.1 “Hands down, this is one of the most comfortable headsets you’ll slap on your noggin.
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  • Gamezone July 2012  Astro Gaming A50 wireless headset review “if you don’t mind spending a few extra bucks and really want something that makes your game experiences thunder into your ears, the A50’s really are the way to go.”
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  • Soundvision August 2012  I’ve used them exclusively for the past eight months because I haven’t heard another gaming headset that sounds anywhere near as good.
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  • Dualshockers August 2012  With the A50 wirless headset, ASTRO wants to make it so that concessions don’t have to be made anymore, whether you game on one HD console, or all of them.
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  • Ripten August 2012  The A50s are a marvel of engineering. The fact that Astro managed to put the mixamp inside one earcup while only negligibly increasing weight (with no impact on comfort) is beyond impressive…
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MixAmp™ 5.8 | A40 Headset

How to setup ASTRO A50 with Xbox 360

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A50

Astro Edition

$299.99

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  • *3' Cable Is Included

ASTRO Gaming's mission is to produce the world's finest gaming equipment. We've produced a number of award winning headsets including the classic A30s, A40s, and the wireless A50. Each of our headsets can be paired with our 2013 MixAmp Pro, giving you Dolby 7.1 Surround Sound, four EQ modes, and the ability to adjust your game-to-voice balance.

We are always working to push the limits and evolve as our industry grows. Get rid of your old headphones, hear the difference, and feel the power of ASTRO Audio. Let 'em know you mean business with our travel bags and brand new Apparel Collection. Don't forget, with any ASTRO purchase you have access to our unparalleled customer service, where help is only a click away. Gaming is more than just fun, it's a lifestyle. So whether you're a seasoned professional, avid gamer, or just beginning, ASTRO Gaming has you covered.