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Black wired gaming headset with RGB lighting and retractable microphone

SteelSeries

SteelSeries Arctis 5 Wired Gaming Headset

SKU CH-98KH-7SYZ2

Wired gaming headset with independent game and chat volume controls, DTS Headphone:X v2.0 surround sound and a ClearCast bidirectional microphone

  • Award-winning speakers deliver ultra-low distortion audio with DTS Headphones: X Surround Sound v2.0
  • ClearCast bi-directional microphone provides studio-grade voice clarity and background noise cancellation at -48dB sensitivity
  • ChatMix dial enables independent on-the-fly balance of game audio and chat volume
  • Padded ear cushions and steel-reinforced headband ensure long-lasting comfort and durability
  • RGB lighting adds immersive visual customisation to the gaming experience

Wired Gaming Headset with RGB

The SteelSeries Arctis 5 is a wired gaming headset built for PC players who want independent game and chat volume control plus RGB lighting. It uses a USB connection and includes a ChatMix dial to balance audio levels on the fly. The ClearCast bi-directional microphone offers studio-grade voice clarity with background noise cancellation.

USB Port and Software Requirements

Before ordering, confirm your computer has a free USB port for the headset connection. The DTS Headphones: X Surround Sound v2.0 feature requires compatible software on your operating system. Check that your system meets the software requirements for the surround sound processing and ChatMix functionality.

ChatMix Dial and ClearCast Microphone

The bundled ChatMix dial lets you adjust the balance between game audio and chat volume without leaving your game. The ClearCast microphone with -48dB sensitivity provides studio-grade voice clarity and background noise cancellation for clear communication. Padded ear cushions and a steel-reinforced adjustable headband add long-lasting comfort and durability.

Highlights

  • Award-winning speakers deliver ultra-low distortion audio with DTS Headphones: X Surround Sound v2.0
  • ClearCast bi-directional microphone provides studio-grade voice clarity and background noise cancellation at -48dB sensitivity
  • ChatMix dial enables independent on-the-fly balance of game audio and chat volume
  • Padded ear cushions and steel-reinforced headband ensure long-lasting comfort and durability
  • RGB lighting adds immersive visual customisation to the gaming experience

Specifications

No published specifications for this item yet.

Questions about this item

Does the headset ship with the USB ChatMix dial attached or as a separate piece?

The USB ChatMix dial is integrated into the cable so the headset arrives ready to use with no extra parts required.

Which surround-sound version does this model use?

This model uses DTS Headphones: X Surround Sound v2.0 for positional audio in games.

How does the -48 dB microphone sensitivity affect voice pickup?

The -48 dB sensitivity means the ClearCast mic captures speech clearly while rejecting background noise for studio-grade clarity.

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