When we launched the Arctis Pro line, we introduced DTS Headphone:X v2.0, a significant upgrade to the surround sound tech. In short, we simplified the cable system from three components down to two.

So we eliminated the adapter and made the 4-pole 3.5mm connector part of the main cable, and changed the dual 3.5mm cable into an extension. We received customer feedback that while the original cable system was versatile and convenient, there was also concern about misplacing the 4-pole (mobile) adapter when not in use. In addition to the improvements discussed above, we also made some more specific improvements to the Arctis 3, Arctis 5, and Arctis 7. Making them smaller and requiring more force to adjust them should help prevent accidental volume changes. We received feedback that the controls were too easy to move, and could sometimes be bumped by accident. We made the on-ear controls for volume and ChatMix slightly smaller and firmer. The sound of the Arctis headsets has often been praised for its clear and highly detailed sound, but we felt that a little extra low end bump would improve the experience even more, so we tweaked the soundscape to slightly increase bass output, making it sound even better for gaming. This alleviates this problem and increases the comfort of every Arctis headset.

Some customers found the previous cushion to be too shallow, causing their ears to touch the inside speaker plate, so we added additional foam to the ear cushions, making them thicker and more comfortable. (Update: all Arctis 3, Arctis 5, and Arctis 7 headsets on both and at retailers are now the updated 2019 edition described below, unless expressly listed on Amazon as 'discontinued' or 'legacy'.)

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