Headset STEELSERIES Arctis Nova 1 wired 3.5 mm, binaural, white, 1.2 m cable, detachable, boom mic

Arctis Nova 1 is a wired gaming headset with a 3.5 mm connection designed for broad compatibility across PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch and mobile devices. It combines the Nova Acoustic System with custom High Fidelity drivers to deliver clear highs, deep bass and 360° spatial audio for better in-game positional awareness. The headset includes a retractable ClearCast Gen 2 noise-cancelling microphone, on-board controls for volume and mute, and a ComfortMAX design with a stretchy suspension band and AirWeave memory foam earcups for prolonged use. Lightweight construction (236 g) and foldable, rotating earcups make the headset easy to carry and store.

Advantages

The Nova Acoustic System and High Fidelity drivers provide precise audio reproduction and immersive 360° spatial audio so players can identify opponent direction. Pro-grade parametric EQ in the SteelSeries Sonar software allows detailed sound tuning and esports-style presets. ComfortMAX engineering, AirWeave memory foam and a lightweight 236 g build ensure extended comfort. The ClearCast Gen 2 noise-cancelling mic reduces background noise by up to 25 dB and fully retracts into the earcup. A universal 3.5 mm jack supports multiple platforms and on-board controls offer quick access to volume and mute.

Key specifications

• Connection: 3.5 mm wired jack
• Drivers: Nova Acoustic System with custom High Fidelity drivers
• Spatial audio: 360° Spatial Audio support
• Microphone: ClearCast Gen 2 noise-cancelling, retractable
• Comfort: AirWeave memory foam earcups, stretchy suspension band
• Weight: 236 g (ultra lightweight)
• Controls: On-board volume and mute buttons
• Compatibility: PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch, Mac, mobile

How to use

Connect the Arctis Nova 1 to your device using the 3.5 mm jack. Adjust the suspension band for a secure, even fit and rotate earcups as needed for comfort or storage. Use the on-board volume control to set audio level and press the mute button to mute the microphone. Extend the ClearCast Gen 2 microphone when speaking and fully retract it into the earcup when not in use. For advanced audio tuning, install the SteelSeries Sonar software on a compatible PC to access the parametric EQ, spatial audio and presets.

Recommendations

For best positional accuracy enable 360° Spatial Audio in your audio settings and use Sonar presets tailored to your game. Keep firmware and Sonar software up to date on PC. Clean earcups and the microphone with a dry, soft cloth and store the headset with earcups rotated to protect the padding.