New 2019 Astro A40 TR + MixAmp Pro Review!

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[@EduardoPerez-qh7ix]

Him: "tournament mode... Obviously you aren't going to be using this in a home setting" Me with 4 kids screaming in my background: *nervous sweating*

[@cyborgdino3885]

I felt that.

[@JupiterKnight]

lol

[@Mixedserpintine]

Best comment ever 😂

[@antoniobaumea9266]

PREACH IT MAN LOL !!

[@pacjohn]

Fitting name

[@saklof296]

Are we gonna talk about this man's headshot game

[@juliobaez9337]

He a hacker 😅😅😂😂

[@Shosarr]

It’s not him

[@wale9d]

@@Shosarr Funny assumption..

[@BuzzyHD]

RFP snipes me at 6:00 , what an honor. Great review as always!

[@dookiev2175]

dad

[@ww-88]

Lol

[@corze]

Yeah RealBuzzy

[@JupiterKnight]

lol

[@daedricdorito1142]

Prove it or fyck yourself

[@michaeldavis545]

Just saying I have a big head😂 and these are the most comfortable headset I’ve ever worn😂

[@deazyxqw1k892]

I also have them but dont them big

[@Mike111Chou]

Well your head is not big enough I think it’s not comfortable for me😭😭

[@The_Cannabis_Connoisseur]

I take a size 8 fitted baseball cap which is the biggest they make and the last A40TR fit me perfectly

[@bam8606]

It’s one of the most comfortable for me. I Wear about 7 1/4

[@Zoomslang]

Can someone confirm if I can pair the mixamp with a dre detox beats headphone and will function 100percent?

[@RobKruss]

I have these and have a few comments with regard to the Dolby setting. There are a bunch of caveats, but the Dolby settings work great. First you need to install the Atmos for Headphones audio driver on your console or PC. Then you need to select that driver in your system settings. Finally you need to configure the audio in your game to Dolby 5.1 or Dolby Atmos and not a headset or stereo option. The key is tuning the audio like you would for speakers rather than headphones. The sound is going to be very game dependent, but if you play an Atmos encoded movie you will be wowed by the Soundstage.

[@evanallen855]

Hey Frank, I know I'm late to the party but my guess to the "tinnie, robotic" sound of DSS, is maybe due to you just using the usb cable and not using an optical audio cable.

[@Simp4DaBois]

I agree with the dolby surround sound. I have had the astros A40s for a very long time. I got really excited about the DSS setting and I much prefer the stereo setting. On another note, I think by far Astros are the most comfy gaming headphones out there. I know that everyones head is shaped differently so that is very subjective but looking into comfort, I think these are great. The only thing I'm not a fan of of the headphones are that they are not noise cancelling at all. I heard if you got different ear cups that it will help. but if you have a lot of background noise on a normal basis, you will need to turn up the mixamp a decent amount. Last little thing, another great thing I love about the mixup is that I can plug my phone into it and I can listen to music while I play, my favorite part about it.

[@michaelzukas714]

You need dolby access app installed and tuned, as well as game audio inside the respected game set to home theatre

[@the_original_destroyer34r]

I found out that when the mic is on its more like ambient sound. Muting the mic helps but you are correct in not noise canceling

[@poncho9546]

That’s one reason why I love Astros is because they’re not noise canceling. I personally dislike noise canceling so some people love it some hate it

[@ebarraganplease]

dolby sounds good. you just didn’t use the optical port. the full dolby experience requires that port so it can route the chat audio through usb.

[@TylerMatty]

EXACTLY

[@Xerxes_TV]

Does it come with the optical port and do I need the mix amp for warzone like does it help for footstep or it’s not really important thank you and I’m on ps5

[@michaelpetrie1321]

@@Xerxes_TV both ps5 XSX don’t have optical ports anymore so you’ll have to find a work around

[@Xerxes_TV]

Michael Petrie witch is ?

[@idocallouts7393]

@@Xerxes_TV Turtle beach has a ps5 adapter so you can use the optical cable. Works great and allows 1080p/120fps

[@KillEmEasy]

Perhaps the dolby digital surround sound woulda sounded better if you used an optical cable 😂

[@Reckless-MX]

@@bosco_bosco the a40s v1 had the same problem. I have them. Looks like they never fixed that issue.

[@Reckless-MX]

@@bosco_bosco Dude so I found a fix for the surround sound option.. So if you go into your ps4 settings, go to sound and screen, audio output settings, audio format.. And instead of selecting bitstream dolby like the instructions say, select linear PCM. Then tell me how it works for you.

[@Reckless-MX]

@@bosco_bosco damn man, in that case that sucks. Hyper X cloud 2 would have been a better option maybe?

[@abolishguncontrollaws5689]

@@Reckless-MX my 2014 edition is amazing.

[@vchampzz1327]

-Reckless- what should the primary output be and should I have it on chat audio or all

[@Vtoq]

I’ve had them since 2014 (Not TR) and they still work to this day. Absolute recommend.

[@redgravecity4728]

Thats when i got mine and they still wrk as well

[@patrickcarrillo714]

I remember back in like 2012 2013 2014 time period were every KZbinr had Astro A40s that was when i bought mine there still great headphones to his day but over the years it seems like astro has just fallen off or other headphones have just cought up in audio quality

[@uchihakeyblade]

I've had these since release date, but if there's one thing that I find that I dislike about this, it's that the sides are REALLY easy to scratch if you're not careful. A slight scrape of a fingernail, it'll leave a black mark. Outside of that, these are pretty comfy headsets. Just.... really expensive comfy headsets.

[@generalmeyer315]

Listening to this again on my new Astro A40 + MIXAMP Pro.

[@kingsavagebruh147]

Is it good?

[@generalmeyer315]

@@kingsavagebruh147 honestly I like more bass but other than that these are pretty damn good and I'm happy. (When I say I like bass I'm like overkill on the bass)

[@McKalsari]

Well... I had Arctis Pro + dac for 3 years. They "pre-broke" so I sold them cheap. I realised my headset had tiny crack near hinge. I used google and found so many dissapointed people have the same problem as I did. I took care of my headset and didn't throw them or used any violence. This is clearly manufacture error. Soon without proper fix they will break and headcups will tear apart. Use google and you'll see what I mean. If you have steelseries or will buy them, you could have same problem, I warn you. Now for a month I have used Astro A40 TR, mixamp and hdmi adapter... Astro is the best! I use these with PS5. Sound is awesome! Quality build and... well basically everything is great. Nothing bad to say. These are premium headsets! Mixamp really gives boost. I don't miss those Arctis Pro headset.

[@rex0003]

The biggest issue I have with wired Astro Headsets is that they limit purchasing of the in-line mic cable to 3, forever. They will not let you ever buy more unless you buy another headset. My cat likes to chew cords. Just remember this, in case you break your in-line mic cable.

[@unklemute1187]

Get rid of the cat

[@blak_dice5514]

Make another account? Lol

[@maskedlifter4856]

I just bought these and one thing I learned is you have to get good at using the command center so you can fine tune to your personal preferences.

[@TRDGE]

Awesome review, thanks, definitely needing an upgrade from my Gen 2 A40s. Mmm speaking of upgrades... am I the only one thinking that Astro needs to step up their TR Mod kit options? If they had a straight up murdered out black set with subtle logos I'd be the first one to buy them.

[@slaternapier1640]

I JUST bought these yesterday, and with the optical cable plugged in, and PS4 system settings changed EXACTLY to included instructions, DSS sounds fine and doesn't have issues stated in the video. The closest to that I experienced was the mic sensitivity was too high and mic doesn't need to be as close to my face as my old TB 400s. The biggest thing I have to say is upgrading from a roughly 10yr old headset to this is different, but nothing to do with the quality of the product.

[@MacikSeba]

*WARNING - MISLEADING REVIEW* - Please remove the video and test the a40s with the optical cable plugged in and then update the review... you literally used USB for 7.1 digital surround sound.. use optical and it will sound better! (Guys, you need the optical cable plugged in, in order for digital surround sound to sound good.. the usb is mostly for chat audio, mic and power for the amp.)

[@M45terizBak]

he right i don't use them anymore but optical cable is the way to go for Astro's

[@rabidzojo1073]

You’re only half right. On top of using the optic cable, You also need to be using drivers that have the “Dolby digital live” licensing. If you use Realtek, I believe the latest drivers that have the Dolby digital live licensing was 2016. I just installed it today and will be trying these headsets out. I am pulling this info straight from the Astro website from their FAQ section. Google it and you’ll see. You need Dolby digital live for that native support. If that doesn’t work on Realtek though, or if the mobo doesn’t feature an optical port you must get a sound card that has an optical port and has the “Dolby digital live” licensing. Sound blaster z sound cards have this. Unfortunately the card is another $100 to spend. Also I sent a twitter message to frank about this. I’m crossing my fingers that he will respond

[@no-kf8yy]

Can anyone link me some good optical cables?

[@oscarb9636]

MacikSeba does the headset come with an optical cable?

[@MacikSeba]

@@oscarb9636 if you buy it with the mixamp then yes

[@ShoeFrags]

For future reviews could you do the sound tests in R6? That game is purely based on sound

[@lucase3052]

Or csgo

[@WhosJmcGames]

Or Minecraft

[@mfranks4731]

Or Hello Kitty island adventure

[@BryceYT.]

I646 same man I’ve been looking for some reviews on these for r6

[@lemonspider5083]

Bryce - this is the same headset mekel uses so theyre very good for that game

[@Novagunner]

missed out on using an optical cable?! its like buying a Ferrari and never taking it over 60.

[@mohammedalmehairi8977]

Novagunner why what does it do

[@Novagunner]

@@mohammedalmehairi8977 optical cable uses light to transmit audio rather than typical electrical pulse through wire

[@Hassanalalwani]

i don’t think you need optical on PC

[@mikeyg9833]

Novagunner they say HDMI gets the best sound . Better than optical

[@Gaddo_]

@@Hassanalalwani you don't "need" it, but it sounds much better through the optical cable. You just need to select the correct option on your sound settings to use the optical cable.

[@Zwimpy88]

I have bought this new Mixamp and have been using it with my Beyerdynamic MMX 300 Gen2. Let me tell you that when u use it correctly with the optical cable on a PS4... you are in for a real audio upgrade. The audio is so much more crisp and alive, I started of with the wrong settings and that is what you are hearing in this video a washed out dolby that does not do anything special. However when I fixed the settings my headset finnally got the juice it needed to sound EPIC. Apex has been amazing since the upgrade. If you want even better audio consider the Creative Sounblasterx G6 but it comes with a sacrifice, it does not have the chat mix volume button which is why I choose the Astro Mixamp to have all the controles at my finger tips. Hope this helps anyone who was wondering :)

[@mellusse]

Can you show me your settings?

[@mysterious0_068]

What do you mean exactly with when your using it correctly with the optical cable on a ps4? Im sorry bro im just kinda new with this stuff because i want to buy it on black friday and the guy from the gaming store is gonna try to install it for me with the pre setts since i only use it for Gta 5 online so i want to hear footsteps,, even the engine of my car i want to hear it,, so a little help would be really preciate it😅

[@ukgamechanger]

Do these suffer with paint peeling? Seen loads of posts about paint peeling of after a few weeks/ months?

[@ahmedsaleh2284]

Noise gate/mic test at 5:41

[@jamesw657]

And it looks like the Arctis Pro still has the best virtual surround sound. It's not tinny sounding, it doesn't echo and the positional audio is fantastic. I almost always keep the DTSx on because it really sounds great, better than any surround sound I've heard on a headset. The Sony Platinum does sound great with games that support 3D audio tho. Days Gone was a blast to play with 3D audio, I could pinpoint EXACTLY where sounds were coming, even above and below

[@omarsabbouh1237]

You're right as for the platinums I think the best 3d audio in general is the uncharted 4 that's from my personal experience

[@eolink]

The G935's surround sound is pretty damn good imo. I have the Pro X Wireless now (my G935's power switch broke) and its surround sound is TRASH, everything's really muddy.

[@stevenross-watt8640]

I have arctis pro with DAC and the first thing I turn off is the DTS option. I feel like I maybe never really set it up properly...

[@jamesw657]

@@stevenross-watt8640 yeah you need to play the with EQ a bit. I usually set it to the smiley setting and adjust it a little bit from there cuz it has the sound profile closest to what I like. Can't believe that comment is from 3 years ago and my headset is still going strong, minus the fact that it's starting to crack in the exact same place that everyone's Arctis headsets crack. But I'll get at least 4 years out of em, which is pretty good imo. I don't really use em much anymore though, my main headset these days is the Corsair HS80 cuz it's wireless and the sound is excellent and gets louder than I can even handle lol. Such a phenomenal headset for the $120 I paid. Sounds nearly as good as the Arctis and the mic is def much better

[@stevenross-watt8640]

@@jamesw657 my arctis is still going strong. 2,000 hours of pubg and main other games and more. I now have quite a few other sets as well. Was looking at an astro A40 with volume control/amp thing that someone is selling local. Not that I need it but maybe for fun.

[@AaaaAaaa-zp6ki]

This is an open backed headphone. You don’t hear big difference because the earphone tags aren’t sealing. The tr sets that you talked about in the beginning have tags with rubber sealing, that’s the “closed back version”

[@jorge53642]

You have to use the optical cable for the surround sound !! I have one of my own in great sound overall and look up presets to have great sounds for games you like to play & It sounds great 👍

[@thepenguin3493]

Need optical cable plugged in for good DSS..

[@furgil12]

@@PortableFreezer it is DSS (Dolby Surround Sound)

[@ShankerJN]

I'm pretty sure on the Astros the optical is only for the console you bought it for, not PC.

[@TheBrownieSundownHD]

@@ShankerJN You need optical for Dolby. PC's have optical outs.

[@yoinks3637]

Can you still use the the mixamp on ps4 without using a optical cable

[@Rinn2x]

Desperate Koi yes

[@wookaseek]

i would like to share my EQ from previous MixAmp with you - if you play action games or shooters it's worth to check, believe me (hope it works for new MixAmp too): 95Hz +3dB , 450Hz -6dB , 1000HZ -2dB , 3700Hz +6dB , 6330Hz +7dB no Dolby Digital and it's worth to try Dolby Atmos for Headphones from MS Store (it's free for 1 month and it's not only about positioning audio but it makes audio sound richer)

[@DriesOG]

Best setting for a game like Apex legends or Call of duty BR?

[@poseidon1294]

What are the frequency levels?

[@wookaseek]

@@poseidon1294 i think i wrote every setting, did i miss something?

[@StRoRo]

Ive seen streamers us this and their mic sounds as good as any XLR mic.

[@joeyboyer6771]

Thanks for being a G and actually testing products for a month instead of reviewing after 1 week like most techtubers...

[@MyPrefire]

I've tried many xbox headsets and my two scents: I had A40's for years which were amazing before deciding to go wireless, and it was a huge mistake. I went to the Astros with the controller connected mixamp. Best wireless connectivity out of the following with good audio, but starting buzzing after about a year.. Went to the a50's which are the best quality headsets when they work. I used them for a couple years, but they cut out audio every now and then which over time became more and more consistent. Recently tried the Steelseries Arctis 9x and this headset doesn't even compare. Cutting out audio less than a month in, and clearly stereo left and right audio. It cuts out like the A50s with the audio sounding like the starting turtle beaches(which I had before going to astros). Punchline: I'm about to go back and order these upgraded A40s. I know it will he the most comfortable, best sounding, and most reliable headset for me going forward. I also had a few turtle beaches before Astros and they are decent but Astros are more comfortable and sound better in my opinion. Just wanted to give my insight for people in my shoes. No doubt I'll be using these A40's without issues for a while. Excited to go back to wired with my DJ mixamp.

[@saber9mm881]

GreyFiveNine they’re more for the original and pro ps4’s since they use the optical cable

[@saber9mm881]

GreyFiveNine What are you talking about? Can’t stand idiots bro...

[@saber9mm881]

GreyFiveNine Dude you’re so stupid man. OF COURSE THEY WILL WORK ON A SLIM THE A40’s PLUG IN WITH A USB.

[@saber9mm881]

GreyFiveNine What the slim doesn’t have is an optical port so why spend $250 on a headset if you’re not getting all of its FEATURES. Can’t believe I had to walk you through that like some kid.

[@sadas0]

When frank has the mic backwards in the thumbnail

[@giannosm]

thanks for the honest review, i am using the mixamp pro tr gen 3 with the philips fidelio x1 headphones for the last 2 years with DOLDY surround always OFF, so nothing is changed :)

[@brierepooc8987]

My honey bought these for my Birthday today. Early birthday present, I love them. My old 2011 one broke the other day so this is like night and day.

[@JoseRuiz-ff3zb]

If you use a Dolby Digital signal the sound will be a lot better!

[@Kevin-hn6ox]

Jose Ruiz how do you do that. Do I have to download the Dolby app on Xbox?

[@JoseRuiz-ff3zb]

@@Kevin-hn6ox No, just go to audio settings and in the optical output select dolby digital.

[@daddyssavage]

Jose Ruiz what does this do tho ? Like I seen it but how does it make the sound better

[@JoseRuiz-ff3zb]

@@daddyssavage It makes the sound output in a real 5.1 mode, thr sound will be discrete in ecery channel, no a fake surround upmixer.

[@A42yearoldARAB]

Definitely, it really helps me pinpoint people as well. The surround sound on the ps platinum is VERY tinny.

[@viggomernelius4568]

I need help! I need to buy a headset should I buy arctis PRO gamedac or should I buy astro a40 mixamp 2019? I would really a appreciate answers! Thanks in advance! Btw I’m on pc!

[@avencrafter]

Get the arctis

[@nerdstrangler4804]

Depends on if you want open back or closed back headphones. I like to be able to hear my surroundings so I tend to prefer open back like the A40s.

[@twinturbo3461]

I had the A50 Wireless and while it was the most comfortable headset I ever wore, it was rigged with problems, constantly disconnecting and charging issues. I'll go back to wired headsets and this would probably be a better option.

[@xBeyondBeliefx]

I don't see an optical cable plugged in doing that Dolby test. It needs to be through optical in order for Dolby to work as intended.

[@charlestaylor640]

Really are u sure??

[@MacikSeba]

@@charlestaylor640 he is 100% sure and 100% correct! This review is is kind of misleading.

[@Jonesey2625]

We don't have this in Australia yet and the Previous Gen 3's are still $430... Tears Drop

[@commandertony4963]

Love you randomfrankp I know I’m writing before I see the video but I like your videos a lot, thanks for all the content!

[@twitterglitterflapjacks483]

Why is this useless comment top comment

[@ChickenPermissionOG]

I like these because they are modular. I can replace anything that breaks. The only thing I don't like is that the mic becomes lose and sags.

[@mar1lon4]

Question. I just bought a pair of these without the mixer but my game volume is super low on ps4. Do I need the mixer to bump up the volume? Everything is currently on 100% and still seems quiet. Thanks in advance

[@RemcoOttens12]

Loved your video, you said that Dolby Surround sounded hallow. Maybe try using the optical cable. On my older A40 TR it sounds a lot better with that cable.

[@yeahThatsitthere]

I have the same ones and agree with you. The surround sounds good

[@omarsabbouh1237]

Wait it doesn't come with an optical cable?

[@RemcoOttens12]

@@omarsabbouh1237 Mine did

[@RemcoOttens12]

@@omarsabbouh1237 Probably to lazy to connect it ^^

[@omarsabbouh1237]

@@RemcoOttens12 oh

[@sl1ckr1ck63]

I use to have the gen 3 Astro a40 and I use to play seige. I could literally hear an operator trying to breach the wall behind me

[@noobsaibot6339]

I could hear that same thing on siege with a $100 gold ps headset and you don't need a mix and to adjust chat/audio mix it's built right into the headset, in my opinion Astros are not worth the money

[@carinthian]

If you get the noise canceling kit, the mic is way better, especially on the noise gate options, there is a massive difference.

[@ShawnPhillips2007]

I've had an A40 for about 5 years and loved it, But recently the left speaker has stopped working and I do what a new one. The one thing I really wish the Mixamp had was a secondary output for speakers, so I could switch between my headset and speakers with the push of a button.

[@kieranbelfield9999]

You can purchase mixers

[@Seoulize]

Can I use this with my blue yeti instead of the actual Astro mic?

[@Michael_-tc8kp]

i think u can but u need a cable like the splitter , so u can connect the headset and the mic in it

[@blaizeassassin2534]

You werent using the optical cable you need that for dss.....

[@vciq]

Just ordered the new mix amp cant wait to get into the settings and mess around with them

[@blizzwizzkid]

Incomplete review without using the INCLUDED optical cable. Dolby digital mode is meant for using optical out, which sounds AMAZING btw

[@slurfreename26]

you need to plug in the optical into your pc to use surround sound to the fullest

[@davidebenatti7000]

This is clear, but what should i then activate/change and WHERE? I mean, optical cable sends audio from the Audio board to the amp, but i think is un-processed, my question is how to send to the headphones 7.1 audio?

[@BrianKarmo]

@@davidebenatti7000 seriously

[@tylas5222]

Great vid man! Just wondering if you could do a AstoA40 TR vs. Steel Series Arctis 7 (2019 Edition).

[@AZTIGcROY]

I purchased the steelseries arctis pro + gamedac few days ago and love it! I used to own the A40 older version but my Turtlebeach stealth 520 is way more better so I ended up returning the A40 and kept the stealth 520 for 3 more years. one thing I like about the arctis pro + gamedac is the ability to tune my EQ settings. No regrets purchasing it. Its a whole different level coming from the stealth 520. Forget Astro you are better off with a cheap turtlebeach with dss 😂

[@omarsabbouh1237]

@@AZTIGcROY the arctis pro is the best for gaming in the world

[@nymeria3464]

I bought these for the ps4. I have all the settings where it should be. But whenever I talk, my friends hear a buzzing noise. Any tips on how to fix it?

[@playgamah7853]

Inside the command Center set the mic mode to streaming

[@georgechristy275]

The A40s are open back even with the cups on, due to the cups not touching. If you want closed back you can buy the $60 mod kit which comes with leather cushions, for noise cancelling and also closed back cups.

[@Lore_Tarzi]

Please make a review of the new astro a50 gen 4 I love your detailed reviews

[@ReapeRayne]

I never had an issue with the audio on DSS and the mic it sounds great from what my friends are hearing but it's been way past updated

[@sirridex2992]

Would you get the astro a40's or the arctis 9x? I'm using them to play on Xbox and to stream. I have a separate hyperx mic and I don't "need" the wireless

[@CursedwithADHD]

That surround sound test is almost the exact opposite on Xbox I currently have a headset with Dolby Atmos it sounds very good and when you switch to the default Microsoft Sonic I think it sounds very Hollow that's super strange

[@KineticRhyme]

Him: "tournament mode... Obviously you aren't going to be using this in a home setting" Me with a rickety roof which is noisy af when its raining hard: "that's where you're wrong sir"

[@Hartmaniac]

5:25 inline A40 cable. Does this come with the MixAmp Pro?

[@tannernicholson4662]

JH 22 it comes w the controller

[@j-mar3097]

But did u try playing dolby on in different games?? I use dolby when playing fortnite and i like it better than not having so im curious

[@KramTurbine]

Great review. A point missed I saw were there’s no longer a power button on the new Mixamp. So if you want to switch to different audio like your speakers you’d need to unplug it.

[@Leviajohnson]

Those settings all sound exactly the same hahaha

[@St4ri23]

Not rly if u hear closely u would hear it

[@AmaryIIion]

Hard to tell difference in a video yes

[@austinreeves5558]

Was hoping for a comparison between the new 2019 version and the older version. Is it worth the upgrade?

[@steelfan187]

That's what I'm wondering

[@DarthRevanFucksYou]

No it is not, they are the same with a bigger and new mix amp it’s dog shit for the bigger mix amp. Idk why they thought we wanted a bigger mix amp I already have enough shit on my desk lol

[@hedobevibintho]

No Astros aren't good.

[@austinreeves5558]

Too late lol my wife got them for me😂😂😂

[@austinreeves5558]

@@hedobevibintho Have you used a40tr's? Best gaming headset I've owned

[@NapsClips]

Came for the review. Stayed for the battlefield snipes

[@joelsmerdon2250]

Used a pair of A40's since 2013. Still the best gaming headset I've used. Has great sound for media, good bass, nice range and incredible sound for gaming. Only downside was the microphone quality was never the best. Just ordered the newest A40 TR set with the mixamp. Really keen to use an updated version of my favourite headset!

[@mikeldenslow2368]

For me i don’t care much about microphone quality, sound is most important and this headset delivers

[@joelsmerdon2250]

@@mikeldenslow2368 Hence my comment

[@LateShyness]

is the mixamp worth it for a PC?

[@christianburr1816]

you should have used the optical cable in the back of your motherboard for better audio quality!

[@willpearson4569]

iShxckZ how do you do that?

[@christianburr1816]

@@willpearson4569 take the optical cable that comes with the mixamp, and then plug the cable into the back of your motherboard, assuming you have a port to plug it into. my motherboard does and allows for optical audio, which IMO sounds better than the audio provided by the USB cable.

[@charlestaylor640]

iShxckZ wait so u telling me u shouldn’t use the usb cable???

[@christianburr1816]

Charles Taylor no you can use the USB cable for audio, but in my opinion, if you have the option, use the optical audio cable because it produces better audio quality.

[@charlestaylor640]

iShxckZ when I plug both in I can’t hear any sound at all tho?? Any tips for me? Thanks btw

[@justinw9455]

I just ordered the 2019 headset but have the white tr amp from 2017. I figured I don't need the modern amp.

[@vperkv6554]

Imo, the older A40s, i talking 2010s , sounded better than the 2017s, i have the 2017s, i do know the older mics are a 1000 times better. I actually use the older mic with my a40 tr. The new mics suck. Almost to the point tht they dont work as for voice feedback

[@braidenlee5638]

So I just bought this exact headset and on ps4 my mic is echoing in party chat. I have searched everywhere and cant find a fix for it. Everything is plugged in properly and the sound is great. My mic is just echoing or reverbing in party chat

[@braidenlee5638]

Please help lol

[@kyledixon6239]

Maybe turn your actual mic level down on your ps4 in the party settings? I can hear myself in the mic if it’s too close to my mouth so it could just be that

[@braidenlee5638]

@@kyledixon6239 I tried that. It echoes even when my is turned off it echoes in party. It only does it when I'm using the mixamp. With the headset plugged directly into the controller it doesnt echo or anything

[@kyledixon6239]

Braiden Lee that’s weird. How do you have it plugged in? USB? Maybe just take it back and buy another one if you can because I have mine plugged in usb and mine works perfect the only time mine echoes is when I turn up the right dial all the way

[@braidenlee5638]

I have it plugged in the usb port on the front of my ps4 and the optical cable on the back of my ps4

[@nicholasgrieco3631]

Glad you made this video I was worried about not getting the mixer but I don’t need it really

[@lowkeyjayy9238]

Love your buds keep doing them thank you

[@anuraag62]

If you had to choose which one would you choose the Astro A40 or the Logitech G Pro X

[@BacklogDrifter]

Darth_Mario astro a40’s.I have some and tried the g pro x and the g pro x is absolute garbage.Sounds like you’re in a deep cave with a plane Engine in your ear.The mic sounds good but has absolutely zero noise cancelling.Dont waste your time

[@landonsedgwick3632]

@@BacklogDrifter is the a40 mic quality good?

[@BacklogDrifter]

@@landonsedgwick3632 not the best but it’s still good. Logitech’s mic is better but the headset is complete trash

[@landonsedgwick3632]

@@BacklogDrifter I just bought a pair

[@MadR0ckCliMa]

So I have the 2012 mix amp and the 1st gen TRs... I prefer the older mix amp over the TRs I just told a buddy to buy the TRs Gen2... I didn’t like the sound profiles of the TRs sounds like they haven’t changed because I experienced the same “robotic” sounds that your talking about with the Dolby surround... hope he still likes them though! Thanks for the review!

[@markmicheal3664]

should i buy the siennhieser game zero in 2019 or there is a better option in the same price point (i dont want an open back just bec. of the noise isolation) ??

[@y_su]

I had contemplated buying the A40s since 2013 and decided to finally do it last week. The reason was because I heard a lot of good things about them, but never really anything from anyone that credible really. Also heard a lot of bad things so was always hesitant. I got these TR 2019 editions without the MixAMP and I've enjoyed them so far. I think they're decently comfortable (though no one can replace the OG HyperX Clouds, those are insane in comfort) and they sound pretty good. Honestly, they sound decent. My previous headset was the Cloud Alphas and they feel very similar, only that the A40s have more bass and sound wider, obviously because it's open vs closed. The only thing I think is bad about them and one of the biggest reasons I've hesitated getting them for this long is the price. It is 100% overpriced, no doubt about it. But, that doesn't mean it's a bad product. You just aren't getting 100% value for your money. I'd say a good portion goes into buying it for the brand and the aesthetics, given that I think it's the best looking headset design of all time. TL;DR: it's good, but overpriced. If you don't mind "wasting" (essentially) money or don't mind not getting 100% value (or if you just wanna buy for the brand also, not just the headset), then yes, as a long time gamer who's gone through dozens of different headsets, I can recommend it. Great video by the way, Frank. :)

[@autronic9306]

He is more random than you think. However, "P" stands for professional.

[@MrArjay123]

just picked these up today! Man oh man am I happy! They sound is amazing! And the amp 🥶. Absolute beast of a mic!

[@user-nu2fs7jn7u]

Wherw did you buy them? If you don't mind me asking

[@MrArjay123]

@@user-nu2fs7jn7u bestbuy

[@user-nu2fs7jn7u]

@@MrArjay123 thank you

[@BrianKarmo]

@@user-nu2fs7jn7u what color and how much i have the gen 3

[@swagy9266]

I bought the Astro A40 TR for box off amazon and it said it could work with PC mac all consoles but it does not work with my PC, so I thought about it and I thought if I got the mix amp it would fix the issue so I don't have to buy a new one. If I buy the mix amp will I be able to use the Xbox A40 TR with my PC?

[@ismadkhan7544]

Nobody Literaly nobody Randomfrankp: lets buy a $300 headset

[@vluke7612]

not funny

[@T0SR]

$250 including the mixer, the headset is not that expensive

[@ismadkhan7544]

@@vluke7612 sorry

[@purgatory3176]

Nobody Literally nobody Ismadkhan: fuck im so poor

[@aydendagoat]

Piece of advice you never wanna get leather it rips really easily on headphones

[@julien8084]

do you still have all of the mic settings and sound settings without the mixamp? also after purchase can you buy a mixamp separately of the headset or do they have to come together?

[@mcdonaldsmanager6976]

I have the 2015 A40 TR with mixamp and tbh I don’t really use it much anymore because of how pc adjustments for volume and mixing audio works is better than a mixamp. I will admit I use the mixamp for my earbuds, but I just use a mic and boomarm for talking

[@oso1165]

for the price go with sennheiser or steel series

[@Romefeller_]

I'd pass on steel series. the sound is horrible compared to the astros and longevity of the arctis died in a year versus the astros still working since 2014. the band was nice tho doesnt matt your hair down like the astros do lol

[@aidenceppi2090]

Just ordered mine

[@devak7500]

your videos are always great to watch and relax ur such a chill person keep up the good work

[@juanbarrera1356]

Do you need a computer for these headphones? For like changing the settings, or can I just plug them in the PlayStation?

[@FPSLarryIII]

Juan Barrera need a pc for firmware updates. It should be an app for ps4 like the Xbox has

[@AlphaKilo666]

Are you going to do a 2019 astro a50 review

[@aaronrai5151]

Austin Keeton are the new Astro a40 better than the new Astro a50?

[@AlphaKilo666]

@@aaronrai5151 I dont know. I like them. I just picked them up and they worked great after the firmware

[@DamnYoureGarbage]

I think the days of $250-$300 gaming headsets are over. Too many good headsets for around $100 now

[@shutterKeebs1127]

I have this for one week and its very comfortable. Im using this for pubg and i can hear the footsteps clearly.

[@jdm7755]

So with the stream port can you plug in a stream boom mic and just use a regular headset out of the front jack?

[@gladz8499]

Astro website price : 250$ Amazon : 500$ Like wtf

[@squidyy7680]

It’s because they’re sold out, low supply and high demand=prices go up

[@yungskrilla2124]

Allen Fallon but doubling the price?thats a bit much

[@JohnDoe-xp4iy]

@@yungskrilla2124 I was looking at getting a 10900k cpu and they were going for over $1000 on Amazon at one point, retail is 530.

[@DnASoar]

@@yungskrilla2124 its probably cause its coming from a different seller and that is their set price

[@lowbudgetjustiny.2309]

I’ve edited this comment so newcomers won’t know what the original comment said.

[@333dae]

Wow that's trash for how much it costs

[@vperkv6554]

Its the mic themselves, i use my 2010 mic with my new a40. Night and day

[@-jammy4123]

Jun its only a headset shoudnt except that much

[@matthewchytil2237]

Why did you change it you only have 180 likes and 4 comments lmao

[@MacikSeba]

So are you gonna reply to me or someone about the fact that your video is misleading? *YOU NEED OPTICAL PLUGGED IN FOR GOOD DDS AND YOU ONLY HAD THE USB PLUGGED IN BRO*

[@BRPerfections]

I have an absolutely massive head and this is the only headset I've ever found comfortable.

[@BRPerfections]

I've owned steel series, Logitech, and Sennheiser headsets as well.

[@hinesvillebass6742]

Headphone stand pppfffft. I use a pair of voice grips clamped on my desk lol

[@parkermacco6988]

bass out that is one of the most alpha thing I have herd of

[@josed.ulloacastillo1635]

*Better than Beats*

[@FDSeoul]

Today is my birthday so enjoy the video and have a great day guys. Cheers.

[@darkshadowx803]

Happy bday

[@victormor97]

Happy birthday my dude.

[@felipemariano]

happy bday

[@jjtreads5472]

Happy birthday!

[@Vultify]

I've always known about the voice and game mixer knob but I've always wondered... How does the mixamp differentiate the two on a PC? If I'm running a game plus in Discord with some buddies and that is inputting into my mixamp through one cable, how does it adjust between discord and game on that knob with only one sound input?

[@Earphonejunky]

Completely agree with the dss. Very tin sounding and echoes like crazy. I immediately jump to tournament and preset 4. Love the headset and I figure if the ear cuffs start to go that's when I would pick up the kit

[@MacikSeba]

He didn't plugin the optical cable.. that is why the dss sounded like this..