Effectively eliminates all unwanted background noise for hassle-free gaming sessions. Listen to your favorite music with this over-the-head design headset. Synthetic Leather ear cushion material to offer great versatility and allow creativity and innovation in design and construction. The A40 TR gaming headset provides plenty of freedom with wired connectivity. Boom microphone is designed in such a manner that it will never miss a word you say. Uni-directional microphone technology enables reliable voice transfer to ensure maximum usability. Mini-phone (3.5mm) host interface offers dependable connectivity for maximum usability. Listen to distinct sounds from both the speakers in stereo sound mode. Ear-cup design provides optimum comfort and noise isolation. Hear every detail crisp and clear with a frequency response of 20 Hz-20 kHz .
Effectively eliminates all unwanted background noise for hassle-free gaming sessions. Listen to your favorite music with this over-the-head design headset. Synthetic Leather ear cushion material to offer great versatility and allow creativity and innovation in design and construction. The A40 TR gaming headset provides plenty of freedom with wired connectivity. Boom microphone is designed in such a manner that it will never miss a word you say. Uni-directional microphone technology enables reliable voice transfer to ensure maximum usability. Mini-phone (3.5mm) host interface offers dependable connectivity for maximum usability. Listen to distinct sounds from both the speakers in stereo sound mode. Ear-cup design provides optimum comfort and noise isolation. Hear every detail crisp and clear with a frequency response of 20 Hz-20 kHz .
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The lowest price we last saw for Astro Gaming A40 TR Headset + MixAmp Pro TR for PS4 & PC was $329.13 at eBay.com.au, compared across 3 retailers (last seen 6 June 2026). Prices may have changed since.
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Prices last updated 6 June 2026.
Astro Gaming A40 TR Headset + MixAmp Pro TR for PS4 & PC
Effectively eliminates all unwanted background noise for hassle-free gaming sessions. Listen to your favorite music with this over-the-head design headset. Synthetic Leather ear cushion material to offer great versatility and allow creativity and innovation in design and construction. The A40 TR gaming headset provides plenty of freedom with wired connectivity. Boom microphone is designed in such a manner that it will never miss a word you say. Uni-directional microphone technology enables reliable voice transfer to ensure maximum usability. Mini-phone (3.5mm) host interface offers dependable connectivity for maximum usability. Listen to distinct sounds from both the speakers in stereo sound mode. Ear-cup design provides optimum comfort and noise isolation. Hear every detail crisp and clear with a frequency response of 20 Hz-20 kHz .
Effectively eliminates all unwanted background noise for hassle-free gaming sessions. Listen to your favorite music with this over-the-head design headset. Synthetic Leather ear cushion material to offer great versatility and allow creativity and innovation in design and construction. The A40 TR gaming headset provides plenty of freedom with wired connectivity. Boom microphone is designed in such a manner that it will never miss a word you say. Uni-directional microphone technology enables reliable voice transfer to ensure maximum usability. Mini-phone (3.5mm) host interface offers dependable connectivity for maximum usability. Listen to distinct sounds from both the speakers in stereo sound mode. Ear-cup design provides optimum comfort and noise isolation. Hear every detail crisp and clear with a frequency response of 20 Hz-20 kHz .
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Astro Gaming A40 Headset + Mixamp Pro Tr Gaming Amplifier From Japan
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ASTRO A40 TR Gen 4 Wired Headset (Black/Blue) for PS4, PC and Mac
Delivery between Wed – Sat $10
Astro A40 Gaming Headset Playstation 4 & Playstation 5 Pc New
Delivery between 11–15 June $15.52
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Incredible Sound & Quality! The A40 with MixAmp Pro is truly amazing and since I wanted to reaming with the best expirience possible I got the Optical adapter made my Best Buy Insignia which works great! Since the astro Optical adapter was sold out I couldnt wait and got the insignia adapter which does not come with an extra HDMI cord like the Astro one does. You will need to HDMI cords as one goes from the playstation into front of adapter and the second HDMI goes into back of adapter then to your tv. I have an extra 2.0 HDMI cords and after hook up everything sounds grest. Keep in mind if you have the newest 2.1 HDMI tv’s then these current adapters would not work properly for the best expiroence and hopfully Astro makes a 2.1 adapter so everyone old and new can ... MoreIncredible Sound & Quality! The A40 with MixAmp Pro is truly amazing and since I wanted to reaming with the best expirience possible I got the Optical adapter made my Best Buy Insignia which works great! Since the astro Optical adapter was sold out I couldnt wait and got the insignia adapter which does not come with an extra HDMI cord like the Astro one does. You will need to HDMI cords as one goes from the playstation into front of adapter and the second HDMI goes into back of adapter then to your tv. I have an extra 2.0 HDMI cords and after hook up everything sounds grest. Keep in mind if you have the newest 2.1 HDMI tv’s then these current adapters would not work properly for the best expiroence and hopfully Astro makes a 2.1 adapter so everyone old and new can enjoy amazing headset with Optical! Microsoft and Sony really should have left the optical port on their next gen consoles and that was a bad decision on both of them! Thank goodness this adapter is made because the optical set up along with the Mix Amp Pro makes gaming an even better experience! They are very durable, the quality is great and I reccommend always keeping headsets stored in a headset case for a longer lifespan. Hanging them in a room on a headset stand will shorten the life. Storing them in a case keeps it from invisible dust and humidity that can shorten the life over time.. Your headset will last longer keeping them in something like the Astro Headset carrying case. I know you might want to display the elegant look of them but keeping them in a case keeps them in better shape as the human eye cant see all the wear and tear always. I love the design of the Astro 40’s/50’s and the reason they hold around the same retail value for so many years is their disign was ahead of its time! Its that good from aesthetics to quality you cant go wrong with this headset! Now, with all mass produced items their will be some odd cases where someone gets a defective headset, but keep in mind no matter how high end the item somewhere down the production run will have defects! Every product has a defect rate so if you ever get a bad one with any electronic dont judge thinking like its a bad product since you were unlikely that time getting a defect. It happens and things like that can be resolved fast with the store. Its also. Some consumers think they tale care of their things when they really take care of them poorly. So, when someone trashes an item for not working or breaking I would suggest not just listening to them but what the majority is saying. When you pick up this headset you can feel the Quality and craftsmanship that goes into an a40 headset as well as the Mix Amp Pro feels like good quality with a nice soft bottom to the touch. I have the a40 Halo edition for Xbox with Mix amp Pro TR & the a40 for Ps4/Ps5 With Mix Amp Pro and... Both headsets I got the optical adapter and now my a40’s are sounding great on next gen consoles!
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Let me preface this review by stating that I have an industrial piercing, it is the bar that goes across the top of the ear, to a lower part of the ear. I was using an xbox headphones that plug into the controller, and that hurt SO much... I had to get headphones that fit more comfortably. These were the number one choice, not only are the ear pads so nice and soft, they fit so well, and it doesn't bother my piercings at all. The MixAmp controller is also fun to use, it has the volume, and then a volume/voice control. So if you're gaming or talking to people and playing games or listening to music, on discord whatever, you can turn up the volume for people who are talking vs the other sounds in the background. The mic works great, people can hear me perfectly, I ... MoreLet me preface this review by stating that I have an industrial piercing, it is the bar that goes across the top of the ear, to a lower part of the ear. I was using an xbox headphones that plug into the controller, and that hurt SO much... I had to get headphones that fit more comfortably. These were the number one choice, not only are the ear pads so nice and soft, they fit so well, and it doesn't bother my piercings at all. The MixAmp controller is also fun to use, it has the volume, and then a volume/voice control. So if you're gaming or talking to people and playing games or listening to music, on discord whatever, you can turn up the volume for people who are talking vs the other sounds in the background. The mic works great, people can hear me perfectly, I never realized how awful the xbox connected to the controller sounded vs this one. The voice, the sound, everything is so much clearer and cleaner. I would totally recommend this if you can splurge, or if you need bigger ear holes. :D Also the quality is superior, feels super expensive, not cheapy and plastic.
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I honestly am not a gamer but I got this at a great price because they were open box. I work from home and I really needed a good headset to listen to my music and be able to take phone calls on. These actually turned out to be the best purchase I had ever made! With having the MixAmp Pro TR Controller, I am able to turn down the music I was playing and turn up the speaking volume when someone calls me. Someone had also made the comment, "You must have really good headphones if you can hear me typing. I can't hear what's going on in your background." I am glad nobody can hear what's going on in the background because my work desk is right next to the other side of my bed where my boyfriend sleeps and I was worried people could hear him snoring like a bear. The sound ... MoreI honestly am not a gamer but I got this at a great price because they were open box. I work from home and I really needed a good headset to listen to my music and be able to take phone calls on. These actually turned out to be the best purchase I had ever made! With having the MixAmp Pro TR Controller, I am able to turn down the music I was playing and turn up the speaking volume when someone calls me. Someone had also made the comment, "You must have really good headphones if you can hear me typing. I can't hear what's going on in your background." I am glad nobody can hear what's going on in the background because my work desk is right next to the other side of my bed where my boyfriend sleeps and I was worried people could hear him snoring like a bear. The sound on the headphones is amazing! especially when you hit the Dolby button. I was sold once I heard my music and it sounded as if I was there listening in person. The only downside to what my boyfriend thinks is that when he calls me from the other room, I can't hear him. My music is a bit loud. :D
| Connector | 3.5mm Mini-stereo and PC Splitter |
| Sound Power Out | 100 dBSPL |
| Game audio | 48 kHz |
| Total Harmonic Distortion | < 0.05% @ 0 dBFS |
| Signal to Noise Ratio | 70 dB |
Astro Gaming A40 Headset + Mixamp Pro Tr Gaming Amplifier From Japan
Delivery $6.24
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ASTRO A40 TR Gen 4 Wired Headset (Black/Blue) for PS4, PC and Mac
Delivery between Wed – Sat $10
Astro A40 Gaming Headset Playstation 4 & Playstation 5 Pc New
Delivery between 11–15 June $15.52
Incredible Sound & Quality! The A40 with MixAmp Pro is truly amazing and since I wanted to reaming with the best expirience possible I got the Optical adapter made my Best Buy Insignia which works great! Since the astro Optical adapter was sold out I couldnt wait and got the insignia adapter which does not come with an extra HDMI cord like the Astro one does. You will need to HDMI cords as one goes from the playstation into front of adapter and the second HDMI goes into back of adapter then to your tv. I have an extra 2.0 HDMI cords and after hook up everything sounds grest. Keep in mind if you have the newest 2.1 HDMI tv’s then these current adapters would not work properly for the best expiroence and hopfully Astro makes a 2.1 adapter so everyone old and new can ... MoreIncredible Sound & Quality! The A40 with MixAmp Pro is truly amazing and since I wanted to reaming with the best expirience possible I got the Optical adapter made my Best Buy Insignia which works great! Since the astro Optical adapter was sold out I couldnt wait and got the insignia adapter which does not come with an extra HDMI cord like the Astro one does. You will need to HDMI cords as one goes from the playstation into front of adapter and the second HDMI goes into back of adapter then to your tv. I have an extra 2.0 HDMI cords and after hook up everything sounds grest. Keep in mind if you have the newest 2.1 HDMI tv’s then these current adapters would not work properly for the best expiroence and hopfully Astro makes a 2.1 adapter so everyone old and new can enjoy amazing headset with Optical! Microsoft and Sony really should have left the optical port on their next gen consoles and that was a bad decision on both of them! Thank goodness this adapter is made because the optical set up along with the Mix Amp Pro makes gaming an even better experience! They are very durable, the quality is great and I reccommend always keeping headsets stored in a headset case for a longer lifespan. Hanging them in a room on a headset stand will shorten the life. Storing them in a case keeps it from invisible dust and humidity that can shorten the life over time.. Your headset will last longer keeping them in something like the Astro Headset carrying case. I know you might want to display the elegant look of them but keeping them in a case keeps them in better shape as the human eye cant see all the wear and tear always. I love the design of the Astro 40’s/50’s and the reason they hold around the same retail value for so many years is their disign was ahead of its time! Its that good from aesthetics to quality you cant go wrong with this headset! Now, with all mass produced items their will be some odd cases where someone gets a defective headset, but keep in mind no matter how high end the item somewhere down the production run will have defects! Every product has a defect rate so if you ever get a bad one with any electronic dont judge thinking like its a bad product since you were unlikely that time getting a defect. It happens and things like that can be resolved fast with the store. Its also. Some consumers think they tale care of their things when they really take care of them poorly. So, when someone trashes an item for not working or breaking I would suggest not just listening to them but what the majority is saying. When you pick up this headset you can feel the Quality and craftsmanship that goes into an a40 headset as well as the Mix Amp Pro feels like good quality with a nice soft bottom to the touch. I have the a40 Halo edition for Xbox with Mix amp Pro TR & the a40 for Ps4/Ps5 With Mix Amp Pro and... Both headsets I got the optical adapter and now my a40’s are sounding great on next gen consoles!
Let me preface this review by stating that I have an industrial piercing, it is the bar that goes across the top of the ear, to a lower part of the ear. I was using an xbox headphones that plug into the controller, and that hurt SO much... I had to get headphones that fit more comfortably. These were the number one choice, not only are the ear pads so nice and soft, they fit so well, and it doesn't bother my piercings at all. The MixAmp controller is also fun to use, it has the volume, and then a volume/voice control. So if you're gaming or talking to people and playing games or listening to music, on discord whatever, you can turn up the volume for people who are talking vs the other sounds in the background. The mic works great, people can hear me perfectly, I ... MoreLet me preface this review by stating that I have an industrial piercing, it is the bar that goes across the top of the ear, to a lower part of the ear. I was using an xbox headphones that plug into the controller, and that hurt SO much... I had to get headphones that fit more comfortably. These were the number one choice, not only are the ear pads so nice and soft, they fit so well, and it doesn't bother my piercings at all. The MixAmp controller is also fun to use, it has the volume, and then a volume/voice control. So if you're gaming or talking to people and playing games or listening to music, on discord whatever, you can turn up the volume for people who are talking vs the other sounds in the background. The mic works great, people can hear me perfectly, I never realized how awful the xbox connected to the controller sounded vs this one. The voice, the sound, everything is so much clearer and cleaner. I would totally recommend this if you can splurge, or if you need bigger ear holes. :D Also the quality is superior, feels super expensive, not cheapy and plastic.
I honestly am not a gamer but I got this at a great price because they were open box. I work from home and I really needed a good headset to listen to my music and be able to take phone calls on. These actually turned out to be the best purchase I had ever made! With having the MixAmp Pro TR Controller, I am able to turn down the music I was playing and turn up the speaking volume when someone calls me. Someone had also made the comment, "You must have really good headphones if you can hear me typing. I can't hear what's going on in your background." I am glad nobody can hear what's going on in the background because my work desk is right next to the other side of my bed where my boyfriend sleeps and I was worried people could hear him snoring like a bear. The sound ... MoreI honestly am not a gamer but I got this at a great price because they were open box. I work from home and I really needed a good headset to listen to my music and be able to take phone calls on. These actually turned out to be the best purchase I had ever made! With having the MixAmp Pro TR Controller, I am able to turn down the music I was playing and turn up the speaking volume when someone calls me. Someone had also made the comment, "You must have really good headphones if you can hear me typing. I can't hear what's going on in your background." I am glad nobody can hear what's going on in the background because my work desk is right next to the other side of my bed where my boyfriend sleeps and I was worried people could hear him snoring like a bear. The sound on the headphones is amazing! especially when you hit the Dolby button. I was sold once I heard my music and it sounded as if I was there listening in person. The only downside to what my boyfriend thinks is that when he calls me from the other room, I can't hear him. My music is a bit loud. :D
First off I’m a Billboard Charting Producer/Songwriter and Full Time streamer being that music and gaming are both my passions and I do this for a living I needed headsets that would fit into my setup I slept on these hard! A friend of mine had a set and because of how his mic sounded in game (like he was in a fish tank) i game chat on COD is to begin with let’s be real.. anyways I did my research I purchased some other brands like Corsair / Logitech but their top end sets. After finally deciding to get these I was amazed these drivers are definitely impressive they aren’t harsh they feel immersive the bass response at low and mid hits nice and full the highs aren’t harsh at all everything is crisp these are plug N play to my interface Go XLR. and there was nothing ... MoreFirst off I’m a Billboard Charting Producer/Songwriter and Full Time streamer being that music and gaming are both my passions and I do this for a living I needed headsets that would fit into my setup I slept on these hard! A friend of mine had a set and because of how his mic sounded in game (like he was in a fish tank) i game chat on COD is to begin with let’s be real.. anyways I did my research I purchased some other brands like Corsair / Logitech but their top end sets. After finally deciding to get these I was amazed these drivers are definitely impressive they aren’t harsh they feel immersive the bass response at low and mid hits nice and full the highs aren’t harsh at all everything is crisp these are plug N play to my interface Go XLR. and there was nothing extra I had to do. USB connections are ok for all the lights and RGB effects but you want headsets that just work.. these deliver on every point. Very Comfortable , Price isn’t bad at all they should be more , sound is awesome . If you wanted you can change out the parts for different looks. And aesthetics. Get these . You won’t be disappointed. I’ll be using these as my daily drivers for some time I’m sure . I’m using these on twitch daily my voiceover / game/ music mix sounds great the music never clashes with the game the voice over never gets drowned out everything sounds separated could be how I have my mix set up but either way these were def a great investment. I need Astro to give me a sponsor opportunity so I can represent this brand lol great job Astro David B twitch.tv/itzdavidbttv IG@_itzdavidb
PROs: - Excellent build quality; though the headphones feature predominantly plastic construction they still manage to feel incredibly solid and reassuring on the head--the newly redesigned Gen 4 MixAmp Pro TR feels about as heavy and solid as a block of metal - Some truly inspired elements of usability and interface design: -- Metal earcup sliders feature hash marks to take the guess-work out of re-sizing the cans to your head after an adjustment, storage, or cleaning -- New mute slider control on the redesigned headphone cable features a slider switch and visible red mark to indicate it's engaged--not only does the switch stay in place so the mic stays muted when you activate the control (unlike last year's momentary push-button interrupt control), but the LEDs on ... MorePROs: - Excellent build quality; though the headphones feature predominantly plastic construction they still manage to feel incredibly solid and reassuring on the head--the newly redesigned Gen 4 MixAmp Pro TR feels about as heavy and solid as a block of metal - Some truly inspired elements of usability and interface design: -- Metal earcup sliders feature hash marks to take the guess-work out of re-sizing the cans to your head after an adjustment, storage, or cleaning -- New mute slider control on the redesigned headphone cable features a slider switch and visible red mark to indicate it's engaged--not only does the switch stay in place so the mic stays muted when you activate the control (unlike last year's momentary push-button interrupt control), but the LEDs on the volume and MixAmp dials turn red -- Helpful but unobtrusive LEDs indicate whether the MixAmp is in PC or PS4 mode, which of four onboard EQ profiles is activated (which can be switched on the fly with a push of a button), and whether Dolby processing or pass-through is enabled (marked with a lighted Dolby Headphone logo vs the Astro "star" icon) - Giant volume dial oozes with premium feel and movement (reminds me of the giant volume dial on the ultra high-end Astell & Kern ACRO L1000 headphone amp); smooth analog pot turns reassuringly through 180 degrees left to right--the definitive rotary stops stops at 270 and 90 degrees give you lots of room for fine volume adjustment without feeling like you have to turn the dial FOREVER to go from 0 to 100% - The Mixamp dial features similar premium-feeling movement but a helpful detent right at the 12 o'clock position to let you know when you've got a perfect 50/50 mix of voice and game audio - I was surprised at how good the A40 TRs actually SOUNDED--with a multitude of presets and customizations possible with the Astro Command Center's 5-band EQ, I ultimately found a very pleasing setting for gaming and was even MORE surprised at how well they work with music and movies; the bass especially was visceral and almost hefty without feeling sloppy or muddy; mids and highs seemed clear without being sparkly, sibilant or harsh - Surround rendering was incredibly convincing with continuous panning and depth cues easily discernible - Clearly designed with the competitive, serious, or e-sports gamers and content creators in mind: -- MixAmp Pro TR supports daisy chaining to other MixAmps to allow private, 100% lag-free local chat with other MixAmp users without having to go through a chat/game server -- Mic profiles allow you to adjust mic input level (obviously), but also tailor noise gate performance to suit the environment (quiet studio, noisy tournament, etc.) and adjust the side tone to tweak how much of your own voice you'll hear over the headset -- Astro Command Center gives simple, intuitive slider adjustments to allow customization of mix levels for game audio, chat audio, microphone, and even AUX signals into a single analog-out "Stream" signal - Sport mesh earpads and headband cushions don't retain heat so they can support long-term gaming sessions without getting sweaty - These are Astro A40s after all--deep physical customization options allow you to change up styling cues with themed and custom eartags (which handily are held in place by magnets rather than dodgy snaps and catches) and mod kits that convert these cans from semi-open to closed-backed with leatherette ear pad materials, leatherette headband padding, and an even better noise-cancelling microphone - Speaking of the eartags, imagine my surprise to find that when you remove them, there's a mic port on the backside of BOTH drivers...this allows you to configure the A40s so that you can wear the microphone on either side of the headset! CONs: - Slightly confusing setup on Windows--ultimately you're directed to download the Astro Command Center from the Windows Store even if you've downloaded the original package from Astro's website - Portability takes a blow to the face here--you're given no case or even silken bag to carry the A40s; but even if you do buy a case for the headphones, you still have to cart around the MixAmp Pro TR (doesn't have a carrying case/kit even on Astro's website) which is now even bigger, bulkier and heavier and than previous years' more vertically oriented models--oh, and a headphone cable...and a USB cable...and an optical cable for the PS4...and maybe a daisy chain cable to connect with friends--eventually your desktop or tabletop will look like a bag of snakes unfurling from the MixAmp which, due to the resident volume and preset control buttons, is clearly designed to be sitting within arm's reach; if you game from a couch or easy chair a ways back from your TV or console/PC, that bag of snakes is going to be following you across the room - Don't be fooled--Dolby Headphone processing only works natively (via the Dolby Headphone button) on the PS4--you are NOT getting a hardware Dolby Headphone surround solution, or even one vested in the Astro Command Center, if you're a PC gamer. This is a DEFINITE let-down for those of you picking up this unit for its apparent cross-platform surround capabilities because this limitation isn't really made clear in the manual or via Astro's marketing materials. To enjoy surround on a PC, you have to keep the MixAmp in bypass mode and activate Window's own Sonic Spatial enhancements, or spend additional money in the App Store for Dolby Atmos provisioned via the Dolby Access app, or a DTS-based solution via DTS's forthcoming DTS Sound Unbound app - Speaking of the MixAmp--as a USB sound card, it's pretty...just okay. Windows only sees it as a stereo soundcard and it appears to be locked at 16 bit/48 kHz sampling (DVD quality) which means no hi-rez audio capability. While I understand the SQ takes it up a notch from previous MixAmp models--and don't get me wrong, the A40s do SOUND good when driven by the MixAmp--don't think you're getting a top-shelf DAC (digital-to-analog converter) in the MixAmp Pro TR - Though the microphone was swappable for either side, the same cannot be said of the cable port--granted, there are more people who mouse with their right hands than their left (I'm one of them), but I'm willing to bet there are some lefties out there who would appreciate having the headphone cable snake out from the other side of their HPs...just a thought for the good people at Astro who clearly put a lot of time and thought into the design of their gear - Here's where I was shocked--despite all the Astro zealots out there extolling the virtues of the A40s, I actually found these headphones to be very uncomfortable. Despite being mostly plastic, they're actually kind of heavy; I found clamping force to be uncomfortably high both downward and inwards; the earpads, though comfy to the touch, have VERY small openings that qualify the A40s as on-ear at best--combined with high lateral clamping pressure and my earlobes were screaming at me to take the A40s off; and the small headband cushion created a very uncomfortable hot spot on the top of my head after about 10 minutes that I could never eliminate no matter how much I resized, re-adjusted, or took breaks from my gaming session--a BIG disappointment given how well-renowned these headphones are for comfort Summary review: There's a lot here to [potentially] like about the new Astro A40 TR/MixAmp Pro TR package in terms of design, features, usability, and even sound quality--and perhaps I'm an anomaly given the large swathes of the gaming community that swear by these cans, but I just couldn't get into them. Honestly, I grabbed them specifically because I wanted to see what all the fuss was about, and because I've been looking for a surround-capable headphone that would work seamlessly across the PS4 and PC platforms. Sadly, the latter is not the case here. Though fully featured for tournament and e-sports gamers, streamers, and content-creators, the MixAmp Pro TR is just a fair PC USB soundcard and doesn't actually provide on-board Dolby Headphone surround as the design would otherwise imply. If you're exclusively a PS4 gamer, you probably aren't going to care; but given that one of the selling points of this Gen 4 package was compatibility across multiple platforms, this is a big letdown. Though sound quality on the headphones themselves is actually quite good, I found them to be so uncomfortable that it was a chore to try slogging through even a few hours of gaming with them; I can't imagine the leatherette earpads and headband cushion from one of Astro's storied mod kits would do anything more (for me) than simply make my ears hotter. Given my strong negative reactions for ergonomics and comfort, I STRONGLY encourage you to audition the A40s for yourself before investing in a package this pricey, especially if you are also a PC gamer hoping to capitalize on what appeared to be onboard surround processing. Having said that, there are probably good reasons the A40s are so popular and they actually do SOUND pretty nice; so if you already know what to expect in terms of fit and comfort, if you're a PS4-only gamer, or a PC gamer in need of some powerful streaming, content creation, or tournament-oriented features, this package still just might fit your needs.
Sound quality is better than an average gaming headset. I have not used the controller mixer attachment because the controller I use is from a third party and does not fit. The mic is good quality, according to my friends who I talk to through the headset, and there is an interesting feedback that allows me to hear myself back through the headset but maybe that can be adjusted using the mixer, haven't tried to though. I mainly use it for Apex Legends and the audio is superb. I have listened to some music with it and it is a pretty decent headset for that purpose too. The only issue I have is with the aux cord that connects the controller to the headset. It is super janky and needs to be wiggled into a specific position in order for the headset to work. I tried using ... MoreSound quality is better than an average gaming headset. I have not used the controller mixer attachment because the controller I use is from a third party and does not fit. The mic is good quality, according to my friends who I talk to through the headset, and there is an interesting feedback that allows me to hear myself back through the headset but maybe that can be adjusted using the mixer, haven't tried to though. I mainly use it for Apex Legends and the audio is superb. I have listened to some music with it and it is a pretty decent headset for that purpose too. The only issue I have is with the aux cord that connects the controller to the headset. It is super janky and needs to be wiggled into a specific position in order for the headset to work. I tried using another cord I had but it didn't work at all, will probably get a replacement cord soon. Not being able to use the mixer isn't a big deal for me personally but it could be a dealbreaker for some people.
Hands down my favorite headset of all time, I’ve had a previous pair of A40s many years ago and upgraded to the A50s. Eventually I got tired of wireless and went back to the A40s. The sound quality is amazing, as well as the mic quality. The MixAmp Pro provides so many options for sounds when you make use of the Astro Command Center on PC, which I highly recommend using so you can fine tweak the audio to your needs. Some cons: Be aware of the mic itself, after many years of use it might come loose, not always the case, as long as you are careful you should be fine, but the las thing you want is a dropping microphone. I’ve also run into an issue with the mute slider, so double check it once you’ve bought it, make sure it functions normally, it was getting stuck for ... MoreHands down my favorite headset of all time, I’ve had a previous pair of A40s many years ago and upgraded to the A50s. Eventually I got tired of wireless and went back to the A40s. The sound quality is amazing, as well as the mic quality. The MixAmp Pro provides so many options for sounds when you make use of the Astro Command Center on PC, which I highly recommend using so you can fine tweak the audio to your needs. Some cons: Be aware of the mic itself, after many years of use it might come loose, not always the case, as long as you are careful you should be fine, but the las thing you want is a dropping microphone. I’ve also run into an issue with the mute slider, so double check it once you’ve bought it, make sure it functions normally, it was getting stuck for me. I contacted Astro and they were awesome enough to send me a replacement. Other than those, I haven’t run into any others. I would highly recommend it!
You can't beat the sound quality and comfort of these. I mainly got them because of the fact that Astros are the only headphones that I can wear for hours without any fatigue. The second selling point for me was the mixamp. I like being able to easily control chat vs game volume. I thought I'd use the surround more than I have. It seems like most modern games simulate a surround-ish sound stage with the stereo setting. Turning on surround adds a ton of reverb and makes music sound a bit off, so I only turn it on when I'm trying to do something semi-competitive. Cons: The quality of the finish on the plastic parts is far below what it used to be. I own a much older pair of astro a40's (a discontinued set which came with a "wireless" mixamp) and the finish on the old ... MoreYou can't beat the sound quality and comfort of these. I mainly got them because of the fact that Astros are the only headphones that I can wear for hours without any fatigue. The second selling point for me was the mixamp. I like being able to easily control chat vs game volume. I thought I'd use the surround more than I have. It seems like most modern games simulate a surround-ish sound stage with the stereo setting. Turning on surround adds a ton of reverb and makes music sound a bit off, so I only turn it on when I'm trying to do something semi-competitive. Cons: The quality of the finish on the plastic parts is far below what it used to be. I own a much older pair of astro a40's (a discontinued set which came with a "wireless" mixamp) and the finish on the old pair has shown minimal wear, while these, not even a year old, have a severely chipped finish. Whatever paint they used on the plastic was not properly bonded meaning they probably did not use a proper primer when applying. These look very ugly now compared to my old set which have absolutely no chipping paint whatsoever.
I have had the A40 with mixer for over 5 years now. Though I didnt purchase it on EBay, I purchased from a GameStop when it first came out, or around 2014. The listed price on here is about $275.00 cheaper than when I purchased it. I have had my animals rip the usb cord out of the back of the mixer and bent the metal piece inside a little, but after getting a new cord, it works fine again. Its nice that it goes directly into the console via fiber optic cable and usb, making it easier even if your controller is wired, so you dont have extra cables coming from the controller. The headphone soft part that rests on the ear is very comfortable, though I have had to super glue mine back on. Works great again. I will say as of now my speakers are starting to sound like the ... MoreI have had the A40 with mixer for over 5 years now. Though I didnt purchase it on EBay, I purchased from a GameStop when it first came out, or around 2014. The listed price on here is about $275.00 cheaper than when I purchased it. I have had my animals rip the usb cord out of the back of the mixer and bent the metal piece inside a little, but after getting a new cord, it works fine again. Its nice that it goes directly into the console via fiber optic cable and usb, making it easier even if your controller is wired, so you dont have extra cables coming from the controller. The headphone soft part that rests on the ear is very comfortable, though I have had to super glue mine back on. Works great again. I will say as of now my speakers are starting to sound like the ocean through a seashell, but thats after 7 years at least. This product has lasted longer than any turtle beach, and those $400 Triton Warheads when Halo 4 came out. They lasted about 6 months.I ha e replaced the Mute cord. It was my fault, I sat on and crushed it. The mixer has given me No problems. The new one doesnt have a mute, but a volume instead. I prefer the mute, so if you break yours, make sure you order the right replacement. I have replaced the microphone, but I dont really use it that much anyway.The durability and quality is the best Ive ever experienced. Its just like any great tool. Its not that flashy with designs and has one solid color, but to me, none of that matters. Its all about quality and shelf life. This product for my gaming over the last several years is the Bees Knees!
Phenomenal headset. I was a bit skeptical dropping an extra hundred on something I usually spend about $100 on, but it was so worth it. I bought the sound isolation kit from Amazon for 60 bucks since best buy doesn't sell it, and my friends say the microphone is a bit better than the stock mic it came with, but I'm very happy that the headset comes the way it does. The leatherette ear cups in the upgrade kit are well worth it with the isolation microphone, but it fits my needs perfectly coming from the HyperX cloud 2's. I also really wanted something with a microphone mute indicator, which this also has by changing the color to red on the MixAmp. The sound quality and volume are FANTASTIC and really shine on a USB only headset, where I don't have to have external ... MorePhenomenal headset. I was a bit skeptical dropping an extra hundred on something I usually spend about $100 on, but it was so worth it. I bought the sound isolation kit from Amazon for 60 bucks since best buy doesn't sell it, and my friends say the microphone is a bit better than the stock mic it came with, but I'm very happy that the headset comes the way it does. The leatherette ear cups in the upgrade kit are well worth it with the isolation microphone, but it fits my needs perfectly coming from the HyperX cloud 2's. I also really wanted something with a microphone mute indicator, which this also has by changing the color to red on the MixAmp. The sound quality and volume are FANTASTIC and really shine on a USB only headset, where I don't have to have external power or anything. The software actually works compared to most others and is very minimal, and also not necessary if you don't want it. You have the option to install it once, configure the profiles to the MixAmp, and then uninstall if you so desire. Quality for price is through the roof and I can't recommend this enough, I am very happy with the price, best buy price matched to Amazon for about $212, which was even better. I thought I was taking a gamble getting this headset by a manufacturer I knew nothing about, but I extremely surprised and very happy with my purchase.
| Connector | 3.5mm Mini-stereo and PC Splitter |
| Sound Power Out | 100 dBSPL |
| Game audio | 48 kHz |
| Total Harmonic Distortion | < 0.05% @ 0 dBFS |
| Signal to Noise Ratio | 70 dB |
