Astro Gaming intros A30 gaming headset
updated 06:05 pm EDT, Tue March 16, 2010
Astro Gaming shows A30 gaming headset
Astro Gaming on Tuesday introduced the A30 headset, which can be used as headphones for digital audio players or cellphones as well as a communications device for gamers with an optional device. The A30 is said to be a more lifestyle-oriented version of the company's A40 flagship offering.
The A30 ship with three different audio cables, for allowing a connection to portable devices, Sony's PS2 or Microsoft's Xbox 360. It has a removable boom with a microphone, along with a second, in-line microphone in the cord. Users can customize the speaker covers with their own artwork or from a number of available images in Astro's library. A ballistic nylon carrying case is included with the A30.
The ASTRO A30 Cross-Gaming Headset is now available in black and white for $150. Bundled with Astro's MixAmp that allows for voice chats when gaming on PCs or gaming consoles, it costs $230. MixAmp is necessary for connecting to the PS3 and Xbox 360 and enables 5.1 Dolby Surround sound.
