Try "Arctis 9 Wireless" by SteelSeries, a gaming headset that is effective not only for games but also for remote work

Steelseries gaming headset "Arctis 9 Wireless"

Less feeling of fatigue even after long use

Steelseries is a Danish -based gaming device brand founded in 2000, selling mouse, keyboards, mouse pads, and headsets for professional gamers.Steelseries's "ARCTIS 9 Wireless" is the latest model of the company's "ARCTIS" series, excluding "PRO".The price is 25,280 yen.

The shape of the ARCTIS 9 body is a so -called over -ear -shaped headphones.Since there is no excessive LED decoration that is common in gaming gear, it can be installed with confidence even during video chat.Although the over -ear shape is slightly larger, it is characterized by less fatigue when installed for a long time because the ear pad does not hold the ears like an on -ear type.In addition, since the ears can be closed with the ear pads, there is little sound leakage and the noise from the surroundings is difficult to enter.The active noise cancellation function is not installed, but there is a sound insulation performance that is not bothered by ordinary voices.

By the way, the material of the ARCTIS 9 ear pads is used for pillows and mattresses, and the "Airweave" material used in the Tokyo Olympics and Paralympics players is standard, but the company's online store sells leather and velor ear pads separately.It is (including Airweave, all 14.$ 99), so it can be changed according to your preference.Personally, the Airweave material was hard to get stuffy and comfortable, so I don't feel much need to change, but it's nice to be able to replace it when it gets dirty.

The back of the left and right housing is the interface part, and the volume is adjusted, the power supply is turned off, pairing with the Bluetooth device, and the microphone erasure (mute), etc. can be performed.For wireless headphones, charging to the built-in battery will be performed on the Micro USB port (Micro-B) on the lower back.The charging time is about 4 hours, and up to 20 hours can be used.

When using it, attach it so that it is worn from above.The weight is 379g for the actual measured value, slightly heavier as a headset, but a rubber band (ski goggle headband) is attached under the headband, so the weight of the entire headset is applied to this band.It is.Since the hard headband does not hit the head directly, the burden is reduced even for long use.In addition, the length of the band can be adjusted with a face facility according to the size and burden of the head.

He said that the side pressure in which the head was sandwiched between the ear pads was slightly stronger, but he did not feel any pain even if he put it on his elementary school son.I have a very big head, but as I mentioned earlier, I felt rarely felt pain and pressure because of his ears in the ear pads.However, if you are wearing glasses, the vine may be pressed against the ear pads, so it is better to adjust it well.

The sound quality is average

The headphone is equipped with a neodium driver with a diameter of 40 mm, and when using Windows PC, DTS HEADPHONE: X V2.It is also possible to play pseudo -surround in 0, but it is not particularly high -resolution compatible.Considering the price range, there is a feeling that you want to support high -resolution (PRO in the same series is high -resolution).The sound quality is obedient, slightly flat, and I can't feel the especially emphasized range.Considering the use of games that are originally used, FPS may make it easy to hear the enemy's footsteps.On the other hand, the emphasis on the bass and the treble part is also weak, so I heard that there was no punch, but I thought it was not bad to be tired even if I listened for a long time.

If it is a Windows PC, the icorizer is available in SteelSeries Engine, so you can select a setting that makes it easier to hear the bass and conversations, so it is a good idea to set it.

The microphone is built in the housing on the left side and is pulled out as needed.The Microsoft has a noise cancellation function that has obtained Discord compatible certification, so you can speak with clear voice without picking up the surrounding sounds.However, the volume to be picked up seems to be set smaller, so it may be difficult to hear if the microphone is pulled out to the mouth and it is not clearly pronounced.It is a good idea to adjust it once before using it at web meetings.

You can also turn off the microphone with the right housing mute button.When it's off, the LED in the microphone lights up red so you can check it immediately.You will be able to prevent a mistake in trying to use a mute, but you can prevent a strange voice in the microphone, but you can confirm that others are microphone, so in web meetings, etc., the microphone -off on the software side.You should use the function.

Support various connection methods

Headset connection is Bluetooth and 2.It adopts a proprietary format using 4GHz band radio waves, but USB (micro-b) or 3.It can also be used as a wired headphone using a 5mm diameter stereo analog cable.In the original form, the attached USB receiver is used, and in the case of Bluetooth connection, connect using the Bluetooth function built by a PC or smartphone.There are two types of wireless connections, because Bluetooth is the standard of the industry, so use the high compatibility with many devices that can be connected, including other companies' products, and the fact that there is less delay than Bluetooth in its own format.That's it.

The USB receiver has been paired in advance and is connected just by turning on the power.For Bluetooth connection, press the Bluetooth button on the right back (6 seconds) to the connection mode to pairing.It is a bit disappointing that Bluetooth can not automatically reconnect, so it is a bit disappointing that it is necessary to reconnect every time after pairing, but basically the main idea is to use it in its own format.

ARCTIS 9 is easy to connect, but the corresponding model is Windows PC, Mac and home game consoles (PlayStation, Xbox, Nintendo Switch), smartphone/tablet, so which equipment is used.It's annoying to think about it.Basically, it seems good that the main device is a USB receiver + unique format, and the sub -device is a good choice for Bluetooth connection.

Mixing function is active even in work at home

The biggest feature of Arctis 9 is Bluetooth and 2, as mentioned above..It supports two connection methods in 4GHz's proprietary format, and can be played at the same time.As a developer, it seems that it is assumed that the PC is used to chat with a Discord with a Bluetooth connection smartphone while playing a game with a unique connection, or to use a game console and a PC chat application.In the case of a game without a voice chat function, such an external chat is a major point for victory.

Normally, a mixing amplifier is required to use these functions, and one of the two sources will use priority connection, but Arctis 9 needs to buy additional amplifiers or set up troublesome setup.The biggest strength is that it can be compatible wirelessly.

The volume balance of the two sources can be adjusted with the "Chatmix" dial on the left housing on the left.In the middle, both sounds can be heard at the same time, and the volume is turned up and down to either sound, so if you set the sound chat to an appropriate volume, you will not overlook important instructions.

Although it is a very effective mixing function in the game, if it is a work at home, the PC will connect to ZOOM with its own connection, play music from a smartphone or game console, or enter the smartphone while playing videos on a PC.You can also use it.Since the sounds of both parties do not affect each other, even if you play music or watch videos while meeting at ZOOM, the sound will not flow to the meeting.

Many people will work while playing music during their work at home, but it is troublesome to remove the headset every time the phone comes, and at a web meeting with little opportunity (although it is somewhat serious).Some people may be boring to listen for a long time.It can be said that being able to hear the sound from another source in such a case is more convenient than expected.In any case, it is a waste to use the sound mixing only for gamers.Of course, if you enter the game as it is after home work, Arctis 9 will be the best solution.

The gaming headset is a genre that looks flashy, and the price range is expensive, so it is a genre that is difficult to reach for general users, but ARCTIS 9 is a unique product that is also practical for home workers.It is.It is a dish that I would like to pay attention to not only genuine gamers, but also users who have many opportunities to go to the web meeting with many telephone contacts.