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Name: SteelSeries - Arctis 3 Wired 7.1 Surround Sound Gaming Headset for Xbox One, Mac, PS4, Windows, Nintendo Switch, Android and iOS - Black
Brand: SteelSeries
SKU: 5590002
Price: 48.99 USD
Rating: 4.4 (302 reviews)

SteelSeries - Arctis 3 Wired 7.1 Surround Sound Gaming Headset for Xbox One, Mac, PS4, Windows, Nintendo Switch, Android and iOS - Black

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SKU:: 5590002

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QuestionWhat's the difference between the arctis 5 and the arctis 3
Asked 8 years ago by Trueman.
- Answer Hey Trueman, The Arctis 3 and Arctis 5 have a few key differences. While both offer virtual 7.1 surround sound, the Arctis 3 uses SteelSeries 7.1 and the Arctis 5 uses DTS Headphone:X 7.1. The Arctis 3 is purely analog (3.5mm connections), and the Arctis 5 has adapters for both USB and 3.5mm connections. Both are compatible with SteelSeries Engine 3, which gives you a ton of audio customization options. They also both have the same 40mm audio drivers and bidirectional mic, so you're not losing any sound or voice quality when you switch between the two. Because of the extra power provided by the USB, the Arctis 5 has customizable RGB lighting on both earcups. This will only work with the USB plugged in. The 5 also includes an inline ChatMix dial, which lets you balance between game chat (skype, discord, whatever) and the in-game audio. This is surprisingly useful when you've got that annoying guy either screaming or basically whispering during a match.
  Answered 8 years ago by Marius
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QuestionHi with the ps4 its able to get simulated 7.1 or its only for pc with a program to simulate the 7.1
Asked 8 years ago by Migue.
- Answer The 7.1 sound is only on a PC. It uses a special software to work.
  Answered 8 years ago by JohnnyE
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QuestionDoes this headset have sidetone or mic monitoring?
Asked 7 years ago by Robert.
- Answer I bought this as a gift, but I can say that from my research, the SteelSeries does have software/USB amplifier monitoring/sidetone. I hope this helps. Resource link: https://www.reddit.com/r/Gaming_Headsets/comments/5s3u6z/pc_headsets_with_mic_monitoringsidetone/
  Answered 7 years ago by Deedub
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QuestionCan i use SteelSeries - Arctis 3 connected to my handphone and make a phone call ( able to talk and hear through the headset )
Asked 7 years ago by Bean.
- Answer Yes. You just have to make sure the mic button is pressed on the left ear
  Answered 7 years ago by DMonty9340
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Questiondoes it have a standerd headphone jack, for compatibility with things like 3DS?
Asked 8 years ago by SappyApple.
- Answer Yes it does
  Answered 8 years ago by plex
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QuestionIs this a USB headset? It is not mentioned in the product description.
Asked 8 years ago by Derpsbane.
- Answer No, it's wired analog. It comes with a long cable with dual 3.5mm for desktop PCs and a short 4-pole 3.5mm plug for laptops, consoles, mobile...etc. But it does include 7.1 surround sound and other audio DSP in their SteelSeries Engine software.
  Answered 8 years ago by JHertz
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QuestionIs it a bluetooth wireless version?
Asked 8 years ago by Marcus.
- Answer This is not Bluetooth or wireless.
  Answered 8 years ago by CommunityAnswer
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QuestionHow comfortable are these for someone who wears glasses? (I wear RayBans that are fairly large with thick temples)
Asked 8 years ago by Adrian.
- Answer I wanted a headset comfortable for this reason as others were squeaky or too tight etc. I find it great, the material doesn't stick or anything to my frames and it's not tight to cause pain like others have. Highly recommend!
  Answered 8 years ago by JackpotAnimated
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QuestionAfter buying the Arctis 3 Console the sound just feels extremely muffled. Is there any way to fix this issue?
Asked 3 years ago by a4menti.
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QuestionHi, Does this headset have surround sound when being used with an Xbox 1? Thanks In advance
Asked 3 years ago by FlyingFox.
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QuestionDoes the surround sound work for xbox one?
Asked 5 years ago by Imorcutt.
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QuestionIm using arctis 3 2019 edition and Steelseries engine is dont see arctis 3 2019 edition.I have to make settings from windows sound settings but I couldnt find it.I need help guys please.
Asked 5 years ago by TahaSancaktar.
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QuestionIs there a mute button on the arctis 3? Just brought my pair and I cant mute myself
Asked 5 years ago by Anonymous.
- Answer So the thing is that they do have a mute button which then you can mute yourself. It is on the left earcup, where the controls are. It's a button which if you press it will mute; showing a small red sign around it and it is higher than before. Then you know you have been muted, press that same button and you're unmuted.
  Answered 5 years ago by AliShehzad
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QuestionHow to light up the steel series pro
Asked 5 years ago by Jakeie.
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QuestionWill i need a USB DAC with this? because my motherboard audio is poor
Asked 6 years ago by Andy.
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QuestionAre these compatible for hearing the game along with chat to chat on the Nintendo switch ? So multiple players can chat during game while hearing game
Asked 6 years ago by Stephaniehowells.
- Answer Yes you can.
  Answered 6 years ago by Luis
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QuestionWhy does my Arctis 3's microphone do not work sometimes, and after I pull it out and push it in again, it might work but also have probability that I have to do this again and again. Input always works but the microphone(output) always has problem.
Asked 6 years ago by Mango.
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QuestionIf I used this on my Nintendo switch on TV mode, does that mean i must plug the USB headphone jack into the dock and sit close to it as well? I assume it has a cord and not wireless.
Asked 7 years ago by Nintendude.
- Answer Yes it has a cord. It's not Bluetooth. Yes the cord is about size 8 long so you have to sit relatively close to the switch console itself.
  Answered 6 years ago by Bill
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QuestionI can't find a testing station for this headset and don't know anyone who has them so I'm wondering if I should get the black one or the white one. Opinions?
Asked 7 years ago by woopwoop.
- Answer Black, the white one will show aging/dirty more and isn’t as stylish.
  Answered 6 years ago by Anonymous
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QuestionMy boyfriend needs a new headset for his xbox one, would these be a good headset for him to talk to his friends while he plays? If not what are other recommendations that won't make me broke?
Asked 7 years ago by anonymous.
- Answer Yep, this headset works great! I think he would love it.
  Answered 7 years ago by Ellewhomeows
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SteelSeries - Arctis 3 Wired 7.1 Surround Sound Gaming Headset for Xbox One, Mac, PS4, Windows, Nintendo Switch, Android and iOS - Black

Q: QuestionWhat's the difference between the arctis 5 and the arctis 3

Q: QuestionHi with the ps4 its able to get simulated 7.1 or its only for pc with a program to simulate the 7.1

Q: QuestionDoes this headset have sidetone or mic monitoring?

Q: QuestionCan i use SteelSeries - Arctis 3 connected to my handphone and make a phone call ( able to talk and hear through the headset )

Q: Questiondoes it have a standerd headphone jack, for compatibility with things like 3DS?

Q: QuestionIs this a USB headset? It is not mentioned in the product description.

Q: QuestionIs it a bluetooth wireless version?

Q: QuestionHow comfortable are these for someone who wears glasses? (I wear RayBans that are fairly large with thick temples)

Q: QuestionAfter buying the Arctis 3 Console the sound just feels extremely muffled. Is there any way to fix this issue?

Q: QuestionHi, Does this headset have surround sound when being used with an Xbox 1? Thanks In advance

Q: QuestionDoes the surround sound work for xbox one?

Q: QuestionIm using arctis 3 2019 edition and Steelseries engine is dont see arctis 3 2019 edition.I have to make settings from windows sound settings but I couldnt find it.I need help guys please.

Q: QuestionIs there a mute button on the arctis 3? Just brought my pair and I cant mute myself

Q: QuestionHow to light up the steel series pro

Q: QuestionWill i need a USB DAC with this? because my motherboard audio is poor

Q: QuestionAre these compatible for hearing the game along with chat to chat on the Nintendo switch ? So multiple players can chat during game while hearing game

Q: QuestionWhy does my Arctis 3's microphone do not work sometimes, and after I pull it out and push it in again, it might work but also have probability that I have to do this again and again. Input always works but the microphone(output) always has problem.

Q: QuestionIf I used this on my Nintendo switch on TV mode, does that mean i must plug the USB headphone jack into the dock and sit close to it as well? I assume it has a cord and not wireless.

Q: QuestionI can't find a testing station for this headset and don't know anyone who has them so I'm wondering if I should get the black one or the white one. Opinions?

Q: QuestionMy boyfriend needs a new headset for his xbox one, would these be a good headset for him to talk to his friends while he plays? If not what are other recommendations that won't make me broke?

QuestionWhat's the difference between the arctis 5 and the arctis 3

QuestionHi with the ps4 its able to get simulated 7.1 or its only for pc with a program to simulate the 7.1

QuestionDoes this headset have sidetone or mic monitoring?

QuestionCan i use SteelSeries - Arctis 3 connected to my handphone and make a phone call ( able to talk and hear through the headset )

Questiondoes it have a standerd headphone jack, for compatibility with things like 3DS?

QuestionIs this a USB headset? It is not mentioned in the product description.

QuestionIs it a bluetooth wireless version?

QuestionHow comfortable are these for someone who wears glasses? (I wear RayBans that are fairly large with thick temples)

QuestionAfter buying the Arctis 3 Console the sound just feels extremely muffled. Is there any way to fix this issue?

QuestionHi, Does this headset have surround sound when being used with an Xbox 1? Thanks In advance

QuestionDoes the surround sound work for xbox one?

QuestionIm using arctis 3 2019 edition and Steelseries engine is dont see arctis 3 2019 edition.I have to make settings from windows sound settings but I couldnt find it.I need help guys please.

QuestionIs there a mute button on the arctis 3? Just brought my pair and I cant mute myself

QuestionHow to light up the steel series pro

QuestionWill i need a USB DAC with this? because my motherboard audio is poor

QuestionAre these compatible for hearing the game along with chat to chat on the Nintendo switch ? So multiple players can chat during game while hearing game

QuestionWhy does my Arctis 3's microphone do not work sometimes, and after I pull it out and push it in again, it might work but also have probability that I have to do this again and again. Input always works but the microphone(output) always has problem.

QuestionIf I used this on my Nintendo switch on TV mode, does that mean i must plug the USB headphone jack into the dock and sit close to it as well? I assume it has a cord and not wireless.

QuestionI can't find a testing station for this headset and don't know anyone who has them so I'm wondering if I should get the black one or the white one. Opinions?

QuestionMy boyfriend needs a new headset for his xbox one, would these be a good headset for him to talk to his friends while he plays? If not what are other recommendations that won't make me broke?