Astro has recommendations for its previous generation MixAmp Pro to get around this issue, namely an HDMI splitter. The MixAmp Pro also uses an optical port to capture the sound from your PS4, but if you own a PS4 Slim like myself, this isn’t an option as there is no optical-out port on the console.
A company representative did confirm to me a Mac version is on its way. There is software available for prior versions of the hardware, however, it is not compatible with this latest iteration. For starters, while the MixAmp Pro does work with PC and Mac, the configuration software that grants all of those personalized streaming options is only currently available for Windows 10. If this is something that interests you, know there are a few minor caveats depending on the hardware you’re working with, both of which I just happen to own. It’s not a huge loss but there were times over the past two weeks where the maximum volume of the device I plugged the headset into just wasn’t loud enough for me. On its own, however, the headset lacks its own volume controls as the included cord only features a microphone mute switch.
Having the Dolby 3D audio from Overwatch blend with my teammates rallying us to victory was something I’d been missing in many of my competitive games. When using the headset with the MixAmp Pro, the end product is one impressive experience. The microphone audio is pretty clear and it didn’t pick up any of my heavy breathing during multiple games of Overwatch. The microphone can either be plugged into the left or right headphone speaker and it’s adjustable so you can decide how close or how far you want it from your mouth. The included ear cushions are a thick felt that feel snug even when wearing a pair of glasses.
#Astro a40 tr mod#
The ear cushions, speaker tags, microphone, and headband are all swappable and can be switched out with mod kits that are sold separately. For tournament players, the MixAmp still supports a daisy chain configuration allowing teammates to better communicate with one another.Īs for the A40 TR Headset, it’s comfortable for long gaming sessions though it can feel a bit heavy over time. For streamers, you can output to Twitch using 2-channel Dolby audio and use the downloadable Command Center software to personalize your audio for the audience. For Xbox One owners, it supports Dolby Atmos and Windows Sonic as well. For those looking to get the best sound out of their games and movies, the MixAmp supports Dolby Digital 3D audio and Astro Audio V2, the latter of which is the major advancement for the MixAmp’s sound quality.
#Astro a40 tr update#
The MixAmp Pro TR is an update to the previous generation model that bills itself as an “evolution” rather than a “revolution.” In addition to featuring a new, sleek design, it comes with several new features Astro hopes you’ll find worthy of the asking price.
While it’s clear the professional gamer was at the forefront of the minds who created these devices, people who play for fun may still find some uses for the tech. The “TR” in A40 Headset and MixAmp Pro TR stands for “tournament ready.” Astro Gaming has long been a sponsor of the Call of Duty World League and both of these pieces of hardware have been created to take tournament play to the next level.
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