I Can’t Believe They Make You Do This… | Astro A40 PS5 3D Audio Review

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Okay so we're adding another headset to the list of PS5 3D ready headsets that we're testing out. We're on a journey to find the absolute best and we will stop at nothing. Today this journey brings us to Astro's A40 TR + Mixamp Pro Headset, and yest that's a long name with a lot of parts, and that's because this headset also has a lot of parts... a lot of yummy parts. But does it hold up to PS5's new Tempest 3D Audio engine? Watch the video to find out.
0:00 Video Start
1:28 Comfort
2:55 Fit
3:51 Features
9:18 Audio Quality
16:40 Mic Test (Mic Quality)
19:04 Noise Cancellation Test
21:09 Pricing
22:30 Design
23:53 Pros & Cons
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[@igorflorescfp]

Thanks for this video. I was looking this stuff for DAYS. I have a Astro A50 and I’m using just with the USB port. I felt I was missing 3D audio from the P7 (never tried it) but after seeing this I’m more confident this is still the best headset to own.

[@vladimiretienne5656]

I really appreciate your content, I appreciate the work you put into the video. Fun to watch and very informative.

[@-Syno]

I had the 2015 Astro a40 tr with mix amp for 2 years until the sound out of the left ear speaker stopped working, Then I bought the version you reviewed! I really like the Astro brand and I don’t think I’ll ever go back!

[@epernado]

i want to try this with the crearive g6 soundcard

[@rainingly]

It could have been cord. The headset might still be fine?

[@fojay4]

As for the mic, there is a noise gate adjustment in the command center app

[@Jay-re1ql]

I use my Goxlr as my mix amp for this headset and all I can say is.. this headset gets really really loud. Great quality audio. Very comfortable compared to other headsets I’ve tried. I felt like my Goxlr mix amp is just higher quality over the regular Astro mix amp.

[@SuperGunzy]

I feel like I need to mention this, the GoXLR gets loud, not the headset. The GoXLR makes all headsets loud

[@sherminator6975]

I never had issues with my mic... when I used it on my ps4 I was able to utilise all the features using optical ports etc but since getting the ps5 and using my headset I plugged it into the controller and well my friends said I sounded like poo... I have the adapter coming today so I will update you bud! Love the videos keep'em coming!

[@ausreefguy5362]

Any updates on performance with the adapter on the 5 ?

[@jackmoyer451]

@@ausreefguy5362 I got the adaptor for my A40s for ps5 a week ago and the sound sounds identical to me personally

[@sir_psykoo3997]

It sounds way better with the Astro hdmi adapter.

[@ItzClay]

Hey man

[@ImZoS0]

Far too many wires on PS5 to use the astros, had to sell mine.

[@WeAreN1nja]

Also, the mic cutting out is due to your Noise Gate settings. It's super aggressive out of the box. I forget the specific setting, but select a less restrictive setting, and it'll stop the voice cut off.

[@picsoleated]

Thanks for the info!

[@Andrew-yv7zr]

Is this a program on pc or something ??

[@WeAreN1nja]

@@Andrew-yv7zr Yah. The Astro Command Center.

[@Andrew-yv7zr]

@@WeAreN1nja so I could change its eq and the mic settings from the app and it will apply on the ps5 right ?

[@WeAreN1nja]

@@Andrew-yv7zr yep. The changes apply to the mixamp/a50 themselves. Doesn't matter what you plug it into.

[@bluntman031]

You have to have the mix amp plugged and set to pc to have it detect.

[@fdurdenc]

I’m having the same issue with the mic, and also when I’m talking my voice sounds “super tinny” according to my squadmates. It’s weird because when I play back a recorded message my voice sounds fine. I’ve gone through multiple headsets thinking it was the set itself, now I’m starting to think it’s an issue with the Mixamp on ps5. This issue has been present on my could pros, ps4 edition clouds, cloud stingers and sennheiser gsb300. Thank god Amazon has a generous return policy!

[@exddertv]

I got this headset for Christmas and it’s perfect for earraping my friend in our party

[@ryanmoran5377]

Don’t do that bruh, ur just gonna mess up the mic

[@exddertv]

@@ryanmoran5377 wdym

[@XLumbar]

@@exddertv it'll fuck up the microphone on it because you are increasing the air pressure in it and therefor damaging it

[@DhrumilP24]

@@XLumbar I’ve had my a40s since June and I’ve earraped the party chats everyday nothing wrong so far. 👍🏽😭

[@XLumbar]

@@DhrumilP24 well dont be surprised if you get on one day and it doesn't work

[@marcmolina5559]

Great review bro I have the a40s and I completely agree with everything

[@bluntman031]

Try the last preset for FPS , and change mic to streaming..and it will not cut out.

[@ayaanishaq1405]

Is it good

[@jj-tz6vr]

@@ayaanishaq1405 why would he recommend it if it wasn’t?

[@ayaanishaq1405]

@@jj-tz6vr I’m asking because he just said try

[@dtejada1988]

Zup, I am looking to buy a new headphones set for the ps5, and have watch a lot of your videos, and this one made me sub your channel, you rock bro. Keep up the great work.

[@_menchy]

YES ! New review ! 👍🏾

[@frankgodi1]

I bought a40s for my next gen setup but my friends always tell me my mic sucks, has anyone been having the same issue where the mic audio is absolute garbage? Do i need to download a software for them or something?

[@manicmarley5731]

Will you do the steelseries arctis pros?

[@david029014]

For wired review the sennheiser gps 500 or 600, for wireless try the turtlebeach stealth 700 gen 2 both are awesome, better than anything out right now. I have owned many headphones including astro a50 and steelseries arctis 9x.

[@CitiesOfAsh]

I just bought the tb stealth 700 gen 2 for xbox, and I found the headset to be really quiet. I actually went back to using my astro a10s over them. Stupid question but will updating the firmware change the quiet audio at all?

[@smithiismith]

The two ones on the sides are called daisy chains and those are for lans

[@picsoleated]

Ahh makes more sense, literally only makes sense for tournaments haha since nobody lans anymore.

[@mminolfo]

Thank you for the nice Video !! Do you recommend buying this Headset also whitout the mixamp and can the Profiles also be Configured without the mixamp? Many thanks!

[@darklynch10]

I would think not being able to hear footsteps when there is a lot of noise going around could be helped with EQ

[@843pook]

Is it possible we get an update on how these are doing now or have you switched to something else? Thanks. Enjoy the videos

[@victorblanco7796]

Please make a video comparison for this Astros A40 or A50 vs Steelseries Arctis 7p

[@gporr7004]

I have an Arctis 7. Soind is fine but friends can't hear me in chat. Mic is on when I scratch my finger over it but isn't working in chat? I have controller mic muted. Any idea why?

[@JogieGlenMait16]

Wow. for the price, I hope it can also be used for like high fidelity audio consumption/listening.

[@foulplay99]

I used to use A40's and A50's for about 4 years. These are not good for hifi at all in any way. Gaming headsets are just overpriced poor sounding headphones with at attached mic. A £150 gaming headset will always sound bad compared to any £150 pair of stereo headphones. On PC I just use a modmic and headphones instead of a headset.

[@gregoryhicks7640]

Completely different uses/purposes. Completely different mixing/mastering techniques used in the audio process as well. Completely different audio curves (for a reason). Same reason as why your stereo speakers, are not the same and sound completely different than Recording Studio Monitors.

[@chrispeters8622]

Uhm....Idk man but this is the best combo ever. I can hear people across the whole map in cod and can tell you almost exactly where people are shooting. Seriously. I had the corsair virtuoso (just hurts the ears), Turtle beach stealth 700 gen 2 (which is stil great)...but this combo via optical is just the absolute best. I can't play without it, I would go as far as saying this combo gives you an edge in gaming.

[@picsoleated]

That's what I said 😉

[@Ben-yp4rr]

What preset do you use on the mix amp or are you using custom settings?

[@EdgeOfDarkness86]

This is not even close to being the best combo out there.

[@Ben-yp4rr]

@@EdgeOfDarkness86 what do you think is, or why do you think these aren't??

[@EdgeOfDarkness86]

@@Ben-yp4rr Audeze Penrose/Penrose X is the best option. Astro, Turtlebeach, Logitech, Hyper X etc all sounds pretty bad even for a gaming headset

[@tiealayton]

I thought Hyper X's was the best mics ever until I bought a pair of astros and I am like woah! I do not think I will go back any time soon. And thanks for the video man!

[@ice.3000]

Logitech G Pro X mic is 10x better then a40/a50

[@mulacula9540]

Is 2 years later but the hyper x 3 now is best mic

[@lukaslauer]

@picsoleated is there a difference in Sound quality when you just use the a40 without the mixamp on the ps5? Do i Need the mix amp?

[@Guill2004]

Mixamp is the most important part. If you want a great sound quality you need the mixamp. If you don’t want to buy the mixamp just go for another headset

[@MrLOBO47]

maybe ypu can help me. i have the headphones with the mixamp, and the ps5. but when i use the mixamp, they can hear their voices and echoes.. how can i fix this?

[@sparda2098]

Hey there, nice review! Can we ajust EQ settings on PC and will it replicate on PS5?

[@Kalvovlogz]

can you share your preset for warzone? and are u using dolby or astro surround?

[@Rondeleiro]

I was having the white noise issue (or hissing), this happens because you have the mic side tone on, when turned off the white noise stops.

[@NovaaZR]

the mic is good you can adjust it in the app (you should pin a comment saying this btw)

[@RaccoonClan]

I hope you can help. I’m using these on a PS5 with the optical cable and a hdmi audio extractor. The mic has a slight buzzing noise. I was wondering if you could help.

[@Khaotickiz]

Did you use the optical cable for this review? If you use the optical cable you can’t turn on the 3D audio on ps5

[@garyod7]

Can the A40 do 3d sound while allowing chat mixer at the same time?! If so, how!!

[@Ebbjeb]

Do the wires kink up easily? My last pair did and it’s messes with the audio big time

[@guitarmaniac2012]

Nah, its fine. I have had mine for a couple years and never had any issues with them kinking up

[@BIGDAWG818MEX]

I have the nob on the left dialed in the middle anything lower than I cant hear I have mine connected to my PS4 Pro with the optical cable, is that normal?? Can someone help me out here?

[@Evan-tf1ix]

Are these the best headphones on the market for Warzone or is there something better?

[@TurtleSauceGaming]

I love mine. But how do you stop the pads, especially on top, from compressing over time?

[@Jihadbearzwithgunz]

Got a mod kit for my a40tr and switch the top pad ever couple months

[@dampedniqq4614]

Correct me if I'm wrong, but isn't it better to use it with an optic cable to get the full surround experience instead of the 3d audio from Sony? You do need a splitter then for the HDMI and stuff (as the ps5 doesn't have an optic cable input), but I believe the sound is even better than just connect it with the usb and use Sony's 3d audio

[@Rellik52o]

No if you have a TV that has an optical Port then you can do it from there just make sure you still put the setting to Dolby on PS5 STILL AND IF YOU'RE USING A GAMING MONITOR THAT DOESN'T HAVE THE OPTICAL PART THEN YEAH YOU'RE GOING TO WANT TO USE THAT

[@prc.affliction4447]

I have a PS5 and Astro A40 but my headphones keeps disconnecting and reconnect. I've tried multiple times and yup I have the Astro adapter too... What can I do guys?

[@BillBot]

Update firmware and try connect directly (usb) the mixamp to the PS4

[@steezydeity7463]

Did you enable Dolby audio or did you switch it to the stereo setting on the mix amp when you did your testing? (Dolby setting or star setting at the very top of mix amp?)

[@picsoleated]

Dolby on TV

[@ImKevBe]

mic noise gate set to high that’s why it cuts off, set it to stream mode in the astro center software

[@DrewTube14]

Can anyone help I was wondering if these headphones and amp(after getting the adapter) will allow me to fully mute my teammates in COD game chat and still hear the game audio. Sometimes they get too loud when I need to hear

[@footballasylum6239]

You don't need the adapter, go to your ps5 and turn were it says Astro to TV speakers then go to your TV and turn the settings to optical then go to the 2.1 channel n change to 5.1 channel, then go to your TV and change to bitstream my TV is 2.1hdmi so I get full optic with 4k 120fps, I promise this will work as long as your TV can use soundbar as your mixamp will be powerfull enough to do this, your TV has to have the optical output, mine are Astro A50s, hope I helped you

[@footballasylum6239]

You can actually turn up or down the volume with my TV remote control with all in one touch, and yes you can change the volume of your mic too I did it myself

[@kakashihatake1911]

Just returned these after all the tips and fixes didn’t fix the mic cut out issue. For 300+ I wasn’t impressed this was an issue.

[@luisroman2144]

Yeah it’s stupid I returned 2 of them thinking they where broken before noticing it was the headset to fix it (on pc) I swapped to night mode and put the mic close to my mouth and that fixed it but still for as high a price u would of expected it to work out the box no issues

[@RocknBluesPollution]

You put it on streamer setting

[@Tony_zr]

The mic on the headset is trash Astros have always been about the way they sound.

[@sukhmanchahal6925]

At 13:00 we’re you using 3D audio or regular surround sound ??

[@mirmillonesdillico4254]

For ps4 best audio this or arctis 7p? Thank you bro, peace

[@i_amChrisJxmes]

Put one of those foam mic covers on it and it is better. Gets rid of the Darth Vader vibes. Edit: also if you are on next gen consoles you can buy an hdmi audio extractor. They sell insignia ones at best buy. You can get 4k 60 frames or 1080 120 frames. The extractor has an optical port. It's not ideal but a decent workaround.

[@trav1sedits_]

What does it do for the headset though if it’s for hdmi

[@jayyemm69]

How come my mix amp works just using the USB cable? I connected it to the ps5 and then plugged the aux cord from the mix amp to the headset and it works perfectly fine. No need for the optical cable 🤔

[@Y-J65]

I had the a40s tr with the mixamp it’s definitely a step up from plugging the headset into the controller headphone jack but the creative g6 and cg7 are better for less money.

[@picsoleated]

That's interesting I haven't tried those

[@fullmetalflix5195]

I have a g6 and a tv with a moniter with an opt out ( as well as the a40 mixamp tr pro ) but never thought to replaxe the mixamp bc the quality is great imo. I use a series x now so i fig whats the point as my old set up was ps4 pro g6 with a10 which sounded really good , tbh just about as good as the latest mixamp from astro. Side notes, neither mixamp has a power button

[@jucyij1843]

So I have one right now and I do t know how to set it up how do you set it up?

[@perezdoitbest7540]

I have mine connected directly to the controller. And it stills sounds better than the Artic 7p plus, the Pluse, or anything else I have tried.

[@picsoleated]

It's a pretty good headset. it comes down to your preference

[@dennisthemenace7321]

Please help me out here. Do you think the Astro a40 without mixamp is better than arctis 7p on ps5?

[@_menchy]

Hi dude, can you do a review of the ARCTIS 7 with 3D audio, but not the 7p, just 7, is that possible ? For see the difference

[@picsoleated]

I'll consider that. For whatever reason those are hard to find close to me lol

[@grasonmilam6468]

anybody have problem of sound being like completely weird like i play dead by daylight and when i hear survivors making noises i don’t know exactly where they are like left or right because sound is off and i don’t know how to fix it on my ps5

[@MegaBsmoove]

Can the A50 be used to connect both PlayStation and PC audio as well ?

[@ice.3000]

The A40 freq range is 20-20000 not 28000 It says it right there on astro website

[@msilent9675]

HDMI Adapter what is it for ? Like would it make u hear better ? Sorry I have low knowledge when come to this. Please explain it to me ❤️(gave u a sub)

[@Xxelbori1989xX]

Bro is not the headset is the game !!! I own this headset since last year and is the best headset that I ever purchased!!

[@duragpapi585]

Can you do a review on the Turtle Beach Stealth 600 gen 2? I know you did the 700s but I would like to hear your opinion on the 600s also.

[@Jimi-Hendrix-]

Hey man i got my 700 gen 2s and they died in the first 2 minutes of having them. I tried everything to fix to and try to update the software on top of that. 150 out the window.

[@resident8935]

@@Jimi-Hendrix- get refund

[@brandondean4058]

How does this compare to the 7p when plugged into the controller?

[@sijmenberkers]

What’s the best Astro headset atm for the PS5?

[@YoChrisWTF.]

Can you tell me what headset your currently using with you ps5 ?

[@robertn1289]

Your headset probably didn’t connect to your PC because you didn’t slide the slider to PC on the back of your Mixamp. Another reason might be where u downloaded the Astro Command Center. Get it from Astro’s website and not the Microsoft store. MS store version restricts some features. Every problem you talked about in this vid can be fixed once connected to PC.

[@picsoleated]

I did do this. And I downloaded the software from Astro's site as well

[@JustCallMeD33]

Probably need to install certain drivers on your pc

[@jadenslone7]

Has anybody had the issue of their mic not being able to switch over to the headset when using the mixamp, even with the Astro adapter, it doesn’t even appear as an option for me in the settings

[@MaddixBrown]

Update to the latest firmware. I noticed I was having this issue if I turned on my system with my wireless controller. Now I manually turn on my system. Once I see the headset assigned notification....then I turn on my controller... it's been working for me.

[@jadenslone7]

@@MaddixBrown didn’t work for me sadly, I’ll just have to keep going without the mixamp, thanks for the reply

[@Wilbaforce187]

I have this for Xbox and was amazing for a while now the sound in the headset has got muffled any ideaa why?????

[@weasel9939]

Can you plug the headset into a standing mic and use the amp on ps5?

[@Gadgetbig]

Can you use the mic when just connected to controller on ps5?

[@kauutes1830]

Bro use this mixamp with the razer blackshark v x amazing

[@KyleAlves_]

Which headset is the best for fps Astro a40 tr with mixer or the razer blackshark v2 wireless 2023 or hyper x cloud 2

[@TheLOLMIK]

hello, how do you use the mix amp astro while playing with QHD 120 hz? I have the astro adapter for ps5 but it supports up to 1080 120hz video output. a thousand thanks

[@picsoleated]

Unfortunately there's no option for that yet. only option you have atm is you'll have to connect directly via usb to the PS5

[@achedrick1]

If you have a 4K tv you probably have an optical put on the tv. Just switch the settings to chat audio out that way you have full control over the mix while still having the full graphics. The hdmi optical out adapter is ok. Most 4K TVs only do 60hz 4K anyways which is what it reduces it down too. Sony should have kept the optical port instead of having a usb c connector or better yet in addition to the rest of the connectors. But it is what it is. Luckily the tv optical port works perfectly for most people.

[@Red_Pill_King]

So if i use my Sony TV (4K) optical output, I will get the same exact experience as if a have bought the Astro HDMI adapter?

[@GhostOfBoriken]

Which one do you think is better this A40 or the A50 ?

[@joshuaaldana4018]

The mic cutting off was probably cuz you did not put the mic right in front of your mouth. Bend the mic to be in front and then try that tests again.

[@nickb365]

I was think about get the epos 6pro with the mixamp tr. Would that work?

[@WeAreN1nja]

@14:20 Yah, the A40 has a really small soundstage, and itd separation is lacking. Sound gets cluttered pretty quickly. :/

[@bananojugueton6223]

Is the headset good without the mixamp? it's already pricey af I don't feel like pumping more money into the mixamp

[@xrevolution9179]

I thought that the ps5 doesn't have a optical port. How would u connect it to the ps5? Im still looking for a headset for a ps5. Im still using the Astro A40 TR

[@mylifeisamoviee]

Wow, did u find out the issue??????

[@g.gibson7255]

Is the Astro a40 from 2018 compatible with ps5?

[@electriczzzzz]

I think it kinda of stupid that you have to have a optical splitter for the ps5 ive had astros for 5 years now ive had 2 pairs of astro a40s a gen 1 and gen 4 and on my ps4 I don't use the optical cause I don't hear a difference in sound but I might be wrong about it but can you just use the USB part of the headset instead of the optical

[@NelGameplague]

may i know how you guys connect this to PS5 when PS5 dont have a optical output.

[@r3fleCt07]

yea the cosole is the problem. you have to set up the mixamp on pc and it will save/safe the hard cut off from the mic. coz u have 4 diferent mic stages.

[@ok-fr1vi]

how does ur mic sound like that when u talk? mines doesnt sound like that

[@Elias-hk7hx]

I’ve had friends complain they can hear feedback buzzing. Tried everything with the settings and noise loop. Any advice?

[@shaec9397]

You need the amp

[@shaec9397]

Had the same problem got the amp and boom no buz

[@DakotaThePawgHunter]

I just bought some but I just now see the reviews about how painful it is to do the firmware update

[@bluntman031]

Mic monitoring is adjustable in the Astro app.

[@jamesd9821]

What is the astro app called

[@pablopsisystem3491]

You forgot to mention. For Dolby Atmos 7.1 you have to buy Astro HDMI adapter.

[@mitchellmaytorena1137]

For Xbox as well?

[@pablopsisystem3491]

nn! for xbox you need Mixamp.For Spatial Audio, the ASTRO A50 and MixAmp Pro TR can utilize Dolby Atmos by installing the Dolby Access app on Xbox or PC (no purchase required) and Dolby Atmos is available as a separate purchase on all other ASTRO products. All ASTRO Xbox products can also utilize Windows Sonic for Spatial Audio.

[@heliomad]

Will not work with the optical conected to the TV?

[@pablopsisystem3491]

@@heliomad on xbox you can connect via usb (mixamp update is necessary via command center). in case of ps4 you have to buy astro hdmi adapter (optical cord toslink is required for correct connection).www.astrogaming.com/en-eu/products/accessories/cable-adapters/hdmi-adapter-for-playstation-5.html?_cpx_camp_rule_id=45#943-000450 if you write your mixamp serial number you can get discount.

[@pablopsisystem3491]

@@heliomad connection line ps5 hdmi cord to adapter output socket and one more hdmi cord from adapter to your tv or monitor + toslink mixamp to adapter input sockets. then just setup your ps5 microphone to astro a40/a50. then go to audio output set astro a40/a50 hdmi tv and set headpones to (chat audio only). then change audio format to bitstream dolby. Warning if you want to stream audio set to linear pcm.

[@Banns-]

Can you use the Astro a 10 with the mixamp pro tr on ps5?

[@nicholastrickel6917]

I just opted to use the headset and plug it into the controller... I miss my mixamp.

[@picsoleated]

Mixamp is key with this headset

[@i_amChrisJxmes]

You can use an hdmi audio extractor. Can run 4k 60 frames or 1080 120 frames.

[@Smurf2416]

there is an update for a40 for ps5 where you dont need optical cable just usb cable to mixamp... i have it working fine without optical cable after patch

[@MonstrousFiend]

Where do I find this I have updated and it’s still not working?

[@MonstrousFiend]

Do I need the hdmi adapter

[@Smurf2416]

@@MonstrousFiend I have the usb cord from the mix amp running to the back of the playstation and that’s it. I can hear, chat and use my mix amp to control volume like normal. Again you have to go on Astro website and get the update for a40

[@Xerxes_TV]

@@Smurf2416 don’t listen to him you need to buy the hdmi optical Astro trust me trust me I drop like 30 kills every game on wz with this headset the best of the best tried everything steel series pro game dac hyperx everything this is the best headset

[@glassconference9088]

Bro where did you get the jacket?

[@victorblanco7796]

Do you prefer this Astro or Arctis 7P for first person shooting?

[@bigblackman1774]

He said astro was better for warzone so its prob better for first person shooters

[@lukejones8]

I set mine up today without the extractor (waiting for delivery) and the mic isn't working. Can anyone help? I'm plugged into the amp via usb. Is this normal?

[@lukejones8]

The mute switch. It was the mute switch.🤣🤣🤣

[@MoeSizlak]

For your Astro A40s Do you have the audio output set to DTS, Dolby or linear PCM you mentioned using the 3-D audio but the 3-D audio is only active if you’re using linear PCM?

[@watchloveit507]

hi can anyone help me out i bought a head set HD58X Sennheiser jubilee i need a ampmix does this astro amp works good with my headset???

[@hyytra3005]

Does it have sound bleed/echo? Cause that’s a deal breaker

[@zzzmailbox]

10:27 does the video repeat?

[@Skillmatic323]

Can you do the Arctic 3? They’re $99..