Overview

Nova Acoustic System
Challenge your perceptions of gaming headsets with the best-in-class Nova Acoustic System, with powerful, custom-designed High Fidelity Drivers. A dream duo of software and hardware team up to fill your ears with crystal clear high notes and deep bass.

Hear the opponent's position with 360° Spatial Audio and immediately identify the direction. Immersive audio surrounds you from every angle, putting you in the center of the action for an in-game advantage.

* Fully compatible with Tempest 3D Audio for PS5 / Microsoft Spatial Sound

Take complete control over your sound with the Pro-grade Parametric EQ, a first in gaming. SteelSeries Sonar Audio Software Suite's X-Ray Hearing lets you hear those footsteps, bomb sets, and potion gurgles before you see them, as presets from esports pros give you an advantage in top games.

ComfortMAX System
Look good and feel good, no cap. The Arctis Nova 1 is designed to fit any head, with a durable, lightweight build and 4-points of adjustment. The stretchy band distributes weight evenly.

Ultra-Lightweight
Drip check. Stand out anywhere with a premium, high-quality design that weighs just 253g, ensuring comfortable wear while gaming or vibing on the go.

AirWeave Memory Foam
Keep yourself cool and & comfy with AirWeave Memory Foam with earcups that fully rotate for easy transport and storage.

AI Noise-Cancelling Mic
Imagine audio communications free of munching and keyboard clacking sounds -- not just your own, but those of your teammates as well. The fully retractable ClearCast Gen 2 noise cancelling mic uses advanced AI algorithms from Sonar Software to clean up your comms.

Multi-System Support
Your Arctis Nova 1 travels with you to any gaming world, as the 3.5mm jack hooks up to any platform. Whether it's your PC, PlayStation, Xbox, Switch, Chromebook, or Mac, immersive sound quality is there for you. It's also the perfect headset for your mobile device to vibe on the go.

Onboard Controls
The controls you need are right at your fingertips, as you can easily adjust the volume of the headset and mute yourself when necessary with the touch of a button.

Specifications

Neodymium Drivers
40 mm

Headphone Frequency Response
20–22,000 Hz

Headphone Sensitivity
93 dBSPL

Headphone Impedance
36 Ohm

Headphone Total Harmonic Distortion
< 1%

360° Spatial Audio
Supported

Microphone Polar Pattern
Bidirectional Noise Cancelling

Microphone Frequency Response
100-10,000 Hz

Microphone Sensitivity
-38dBV/Pa

Microphone Type
ClearCast Gen 2 - Fully Retractable Boom

GG + Sonar Audio Software Suite
Windows 10 and above

GG + Engine
Windows 8.1 and above, Mac OS 10.13 and above

On-Ear Controls
Volume dial, Mute