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product_id: 133309054
title: "ASTRO Gaming A50 Wireless Headset + Base Station Gen 4 - Compatible with Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC, Mac - Black/Gold"
brand: "astro gaming"
price: "€ 451.40"
currency: EUR
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reviews_count: 8
category: "Astro Gaming"
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---

# 15+ hrs battery life 2.4GHz wireless range Dolby Atmos immersive sound ASTRO Gaming A50 Wireless Headset + Base Station Gen 4 - Compatible with Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC, Mac - Black/Gold

**Brand:** astro gaming
**Price:** € 451.40
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🎮 Elevate your game with wireless precision and immersive sound — don’t just play, dominate!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** ASTRO Gaming A50 Wireless Headset + Base Station Gen 4 - Compatible with Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC, Mac - Black/Gold by astro gaming
- **How much does it cost?** € 451.40 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.pt](https://www.desertcart.pt/products/133309054-astro-gaming-a50-wireless-headset-base-station-gen-4-compatible)

## Best For

- astro gaming enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted astro gaming brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Customizable Audio Control:** Fine-tune game and chat balance with Astro Command Center software.
- • **Unmatched Wireless Freedom:** Cut the cords and roam up to 15 meters without losing a beat.
- • **Cinematic Dolby Atmos Audio:** Experience pinpoint, 3D sound that puts you inside the game.
- • **All-Day Comfort & Durability:** Lightweight design with premium faux leather for marathon gaming sessions.
- • **Seamless Multi-Platform Compatibility:** Plug & play with Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC, and Mac.

## Overview

The ASTRO Gaming A50 Gen 4 Wireless Headset delivers premium 15+ hour battery life and 2.4GHz wireless connectivity for uninterrupted gaming. Featuring Dolby Atmos for Xbox, it offers immersive, object-based audio that enhances in-game awareness. With customizable sound profiles via Astro Command Center software and a lightweight, durable design, it’s engineered for serious gamers on Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC, and Mac.

## Description

Astro A50

Review: Outstanding Gaming Headset for the Professional or Casual Gamer! (Xbox One Version) - Let me first start out by saying I am a casual gamer. I've been playing Xbox One for the last few years and decided to get this head set for that particular gaming system. This is a great gaming headset! I upgraded from my Turtle Beach headset that served me very well for many years. Here is what I liked and did not like about the Astro A50. Pros: Great sound: Customizable pre-sets and default presets make this headset ideal for those that want to tweak their headset settings. You can easily adjust settings on this headset by using the free Astro app on any Windows PC or Apple OS computer. You can also select one of three headsets loaded on the headset by simply pushing the preset button. This cycles through three presets on the headset (1-3). Great feel: This headset is lightweight. You can easily wear this for 8+ hours during those long gaming sessions and still not get fatigued by wearing it. While the headset is lightweight it is still built very very well and feel solid. You won't feel like you can easily break this headset which for the price point is a good thing. The headset also does not pinch or make my head uncomfortable in anyway and if measured out I have a large head. Wireless: The headset is 100% wireless. The only time you will need to have the headset docked is for charging. There is no cables to get in the way between you and the gaming controller or the gaming console. The freedom is nice. With the wireless capabilities also comes outstanding range. When wearing the headset I can literally go to any area of my apartment and still hear voice and game sounds. It's also nice not being tethered to your controller or console. If you've never experience true wireless gaming this will be mind blowing for you--it was for me. Mic: While some reviews have posted complaints about the mic quality I have had really no issues with the mic. I am careful with it and raise and lower it with ease as to not damage the mechanism. The mic is turned on and off by raising and lowering. Up is in the off/mute position and down is in the on/voice position. No complaints from anyone in my gaming party on not being able to hear me either. You may need to carefully bend the end of the mic inward to your face a bit for best results. Keep in mind that if you do this the mic will hit the headset in the off/mute position so be careful not to damage it. While it would be nice to have a switch to tap to turn the mic on or off it is also nice to have the mic up out of the way for those solo gaming sessions or if you don't feel like being social during a particular gaming session. Cons: Adjusting in game and voice chat volume: While there is a "rocker switch" to adjust game and voice chat sound it is often confusing and I find myself constantly looking to see which way I should push the switch to adjust either the game volume or voice chat volume. This is especially true if I don't use the headset for several weeks between gaming sessions. Again, I am a casual gamer so this is my experience. Opinions on this will vary! Overall volume: It is nice to be able to easily raise or lower overall sound volume. This is game volume and voice chat volume. The downside to the particular way this headset's volume control works is that it's on a round dial. This dial is too easily manipulated especially if you are resting in a reclined position. I find myself inadvertently lowering the volume in the middle of a gaming session and then I need to remove one hand from the gaming controller to re-adjust the volume control. This is a drawback to the design but not a deal breaker. If you never game in a reclined position you very well may never experience an issue with this! Overall this is light years ahead of any basic headset and even more advanced in many ways over the competitors top end headset models. If you are a serious or casual gamer this is a headset that you should check-out and you'll probably realize that this is the route to go. Thanks for reading!
Review: Don't buy these. - I was so very excited to try these, but WOW what a huge disappointment. First let me tell you the good things. The Dolby sound is great. That's it. And since the Dolby messes with game audio that isn't really great for a gaming headset. Now the rest of the story. The Astro app that you use to change/customize audio presets is absolutely horrible. It barely functions on console so you have to take the whole headset and base station to your computer in order to use it properly. Also the included cables are cheap poor quality and short- very short. Next up- occasionally the headset will unpair from the base station and you have to hard reset to get it working again. Additionally they would intermittently completely lose audio signal which can really ruin gaming. Then, after only a few gentle hours of use- the headband came apart and would not clip back together, rendering them unbearable. Again, this happened mid game with no warning. But by far the worst thing is the completely non existent support from Astro. I spent days trying to reach someone at the company both through their website and their Reddit forum with no response whatsoever. When I contacted desertcart, they offered me a 20% discount to keep the broken headset. No thank you I've returned them for a full refund. Regardless of what you've heard elsewhere, Astro A50 and Astro as a company are trash and I wouldn't recommend them to anyone. Beware the positive reviews you see online, I now strongly suspect that those people are all paid for those comments or they were before things went downhill at the company. When the nicest thing about a gaming headset of this high price is the box it comes in- stay away. I don't care what other brand you buy but save yourself the hassle and DONT buy these!

## Features

- Astro Audio V2 - immersive Audio and sound experience that delivers dialogue, music and in-game sound clearly.Specific uses for product : Gaming,Music.Characteristic SPL: 118dB @1kHz. Wireless Frequency: 2.4GHz.
- Dolby Audio - Dolby Audio delivers a cinematic, high resolution gaming audio experience
- Dolby Atmos (available for Xbox version only) - Dolby Atmos provides Object Audio, which provides a more accurate and immersive sound experience
- Game: voice balance - gives the user total control over the mix of the game and chat Audio
- Astro command center software - the free gastro command center software gives players complete control over their Audio experience, which includes voice communication and game Audio settings. Available on windows 10, Xbox one and Mac.
- Battery life - 15 plus hour rechargeable lithium-ion battery
- Usb sound card functionality - when using PC, USB sound card functionality provides game: voice balance, game and voice streaming. No optical cables needed
- Mod kit ready - for even more customization, the optional A50 mod kit allows users to add synthetic leather headband ear cushions for improved noise isolation. Only compatible with A50 wireless headset, Gen 4
- All current ASTRO Gaming products designed for Xbox One will offer continuous compatibility on Xbox: Series X.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B07R6PCJYX |
| Age Range (Description) | Adult, Kid, Teen |
| Audio Driver Size | 5.1 Inches |
| Audio Driver Type | Dynamic Driver |
| Batteries | 1 Lithium Polymer batteries required. (included) |
| Battery Life | 15 Hours |
| Best Sellers Rank | #8,219 in Video Games ( See Top 100 in Video Games ) #401 in PC Game Headsets |
| Bluetooth Range | 15 Meters |
| Bluetooth Version | 4.0 |
| Cable Feature | Without Cable |
| Compatible Devices | Windows |
| Connectivity Technology | Bluetooth |
| Control Method | Touch |
| Control Type | control |
| Customer Reviews | 3.7 3.7 out of 5 stars (6,498) |
| Date First Available | June 10, 2019 |
| Earpiece Shape | Over-the-head |
| Frequency Response | 20000 Hz |
| Generation | 4 |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00097855148155 |
| Headphones Jack | 3.5 mm Jack |
| Included Components | Charging Station |
| Input Device Interface | USB, Bluetooth, Audio jack |
| Item Weight | 1.49 pounds |
| Item model number | 939-001680 |
| Manufacturer | Astro |
| Material | Faux Leather |
| Model Name | ASTRO Gaming A50 Wireless Headset + Base Station Gen 4 - Compatible with Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, PC, Mac - Black/Gold |
| Noise Control Features | sound_isolation |
| Number of Items | 1 |
| Product Dimensions | 7.28 x 3.48 x 7.17 inches; 1.49 Pounds |
| Rated | Everyone |
| Release date | August 11, 2019 |
| Series Number | 939 |
| Special Feature | Microphone Included, Noise Isolation, Rechargeable Battery |
| Specific Uses For Product | Gaming,Music |
| Supports Bluetooth Technology | Yes |
| Type of item | Electronics |
| UPC | 097855148155 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
| Wireless Communication Technology | Wi-Fi |

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## Questions & Answers

**Q: Are these 7.1 surround sound?**
A: The answer is sort of.  Yes you can get decent positional audio from 1 driver (speaker) using very clever frequency manipulation and the best is Dolby Atmos by far.

There are also headphones that take this concept to the next level and have multiple drivers but they can get pricey quickly even for entry level sets.  Plus you need the Atmos license which is only $20 and if you buy it via the Windows store or Xbox then you can use it on any PC of Xbox you own of are logged into forever basically.

You also get access to true dolby Atmos with the license which means if you have a receiver and the speakers you can game in the full glory of Atmos on Xbox & PC.  Its fantastic and I honestly can't recommend going that route enough.

I know this is a long answer but I wanted it to be clear what you're getting here. These headphones do a decent job of reproducing Atmos but imo after using both these and the Arctis Nova Pro X's (wired or wireless but wired is better and it's USB so no worries, it powers the DAC) I have to give arctis the edge.

First they have better spatial sound.  Second they have a DAC which is like a mini amplifier and they also have noise cancelling but more importantly if you buy the "Xbox variant" then it works on literally every platform... every platform.  Its compatible with Sony's 3d audio which isn't as good as Atmos but it's good enough , especially with good headphones.

**Q: I have had the headset for little over a month, and the mic just falls, how do I fix this?**
A: Bettter hope it's not after a year....or even close. They will tell you to buy another. Ohh it's 300$, too bad buy another. Oh it's a .50C part that broke your 300$ headset, too bad buy another. I'll never buy another product from this company. Absolute WORST customer experience I've had with consumer electronics. The problem is obviously on their end, as you see many others with the same yet they will blame the customer and tell them to go spend another small fortune

**Q: Can you use it while it’s charging ? Like plug and play basically unlimited battery?**
A: Yes, but you'll probably have to buy a cable to make it work well.  You can plug any old micro usb into it and charge while using it, but I found that the cable bumps into the shoulder and comes loose.  I bought a long usb with a micro usb connector on a 90 degree angle which kept it from bumping shoulder, then just looped it up and over the ear cuff on that side to take off any stress on the connector.  Worked great.  Just wish the dang thing's problematic firmware wouldn't have bricked it (after 3 years of ownership).

**Q: More confortable than last gen?**
A: No. They are not as wide as last one. If your head is above the average head size it isn’t as confortable as last gen.

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Outstanding Gaming Headset for the Professional or Casual Gamer! (Xbox One Version)
*by I***N on August 1, 2020*

Let me first start out by saying I am a casual gamer. I've been playing Xbox One for the last few years and decided to get this head set for that particular gaming system. This is a great gaming headset! I upgraded from my Turtle Beach headset that served me very well for many years. Here is what I liked and did not like about the Astro A50. Pros: Great sound: Customizable pre-sets and default presets make this headset ideal for those that want to tweak their headset settings. You can easily adjust settings on this headset by using the free Astro app on any Windows PC or Apple OS computer. You can also select one of three headsets loaded on the headset by simply pushing the preset button. This cycles through three presets on the headset (1-3). Great feel: This headset is lightweight. You can easily wear this for 8+ hours during those long gaming sessions and still not get fatigued by wearing it. While the headset is lightweight it is still built very very well and feel solid. You won't feel like you can easily break this headset which for the price point is a good thing. The headset also does not pinch or make my head uncomfortable in anyway and if measured out I have a large head. Wireless: The headset is 100% wireless. The only time you will need to have the headset docked is for charging. There is no cables to get in the way between you and the gaming controller or the gaming console. The freedom is nice. With the wireless capabilities also comes outstanding range. When wearing the headset I can literally go to any area of my apartment and still hear voice and game sounds. It's also nice not being tethered to your controller or console. If you've never experience true wireless gaming this will be mind blowing for you--it was for me. Mic: While some reviews have posted complaints about the mic quality I have had really no issues with the mic. I am careful with it and raise and lower it with ease as to not damage the mechanism. The mic is turned on and off by raising and lowering. Up is in the off/mute position and down is in the on/voice position. No complaints from anyone in my gaming party on not being able to hear me either. You may need to carefully bend the end of the mic inward to your face a bit for best results. Keep in mind that if you do this the mic will hit the headset in the off/mute position so be careful not to damage it. While it would be nice to have a switch to tap to turn the mic on or off it is also nice to have the mic up out of the way for those solo gaming sessions or if you don't feel like being social during a particular gaming session. Cons: Adjusting in game and voice chat volume: While there is a "rocker switch" to adjust game and voice chat sound it is often confusing and I find myself constantly looking to see which way I should push the switch to adjust either the game volume or voice chat volume. This is especially true if I don't use the headset for several weeks between gaming sessions. Again, I am a casual gamer so this is my experience. Opinions on this will vary! Overall volume: It is nice to be able to easily raise or lower overall sound volume. This is game volume and voice chat volume. The downside to the particular way this headset's volume control works is that it's on a round dial. This dial is too easily manipulated especially if you are resting in a reclined position. I find myself inadvertently lowering the volume in the middle of a gaming session and then I need to remove one hand from the gaming controller to re-adjust the volume control. This is a drawback to the design but not a deal breaker. If you never game in a reclined position you very well may never experience an issue with this! Overall this is light years ahead of any basic headset and even more advanced in many ways over the competitors top end headset models. If you are a serious or casual gamer this is a headset that you should check-out and you'll probably realize that this is the route to go. Thanks for reading!

### ⭐ Don't buy these.
*by J***R on March 22, 2023*

I was so very excited to try these, but WOW what a huge disappointment. First let me tell you the good things. The Dolby sound is great. That's it. And since the Dolby messes with game audio that isn't really great for a gaming headset. Now the rest of the story. The Astro app that you use to change/customize audio presets is absolutely horrible. It barely functions on console so you have to take the whole headset and base station to your computer in order to use it properly. Also the included cables are cheap poor quality and short- very short. Next up- occasionally the headset will unpair from the base station and you have to hard reset to get it working again. Additionally they would intermittently completely lose audio signal which can really ruin gaming. Then, after only a few gentle hours of use- the headband came apart and would not clip back together, rendering them unbearable. Again, this happened mid game with no warning. But by far the worst thing is the completely non existent support from Astro. I spent days trying to reach someone at the company both through their website and their Reddit forum with no response whatsoever. When I contacted Amazon, they offered me a 20% discount to keep the broken headset. No thank you I've returned them for a full refund. Regardless of what you've heard elsewhere, Astro A50 and Astro as a company are trash and I wouldn't recommend them to anyone. Beware the positive reviews you see online, I now strongly suspect that those people are all paid for those comments or they were before things went downhill at the company. When the nicest thing about a gaming headset of this high price is the box it comes in- stay away. I don't care what other brand you buy but save yourself the hassle and DONT buy these!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great Headset
*by D***L on August 17, 2019*

I bought this headset to replace my Turtle Beach Elite 800x headset mostly hoping it wouldn’t make my ears hurt so much after a long gaming session. I’m happy to say these are extremely comfortable headsets and I’m very pleased with them overall. They sound good. I think they get plenty loud - I usually have them set about halfway. They were easy to setup. I love the look and the customization with the command center. They get excellent battery life, I've never dropped below 50% charge even after gaming most of the day away. And again, I can’t stress how comfortable these things are. -- Below is the original story -- This is a great headset and I will give it 5 stars once a very simple problem is fixed. The headset will not be recognized by Xbox after the Xbox is turned on. To get the headset to be recognized you have to either unplug and re-plugin the base station or switch the mode switch to PC and back to Xbox. Unfortunately I see forum posts about this going all the way back to the gen3 version in 2016 so I decided to leave a 1-star review in the hopes it might actually motivate ASTRO to finally fix it. Update 8/21/19: I reached out to customer support. They said that they are currently working on a fix for the connection issue but there is no estimate when the update would be released. They at least seemed to know exactly what problem I was referring to so hopefully it’s resolves in not too long. Update 11/23/19 Customer support ended in a dead end. The Xbox connection issue still persists. I've been trying every so often to check if there's a firmware update but there never is. It seems that support for this brand new product is already discontinued. Final Update 12/7/19 I reached out to customer support again and was given a version of firmware to install manually on my headset. I did as instructed and the problem is now resolved. I have not had any more issues with needing to reset the headset to get it to connect to Xbox. It's unclear if this update is published publicly yet (I never got any prompt to update through the command center) so if you're having this issue reach out to their customer support.

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