Question 1

Are the Arctis Pro headsets loud?

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I currently own three pair of steel series headphones including the arctic pro with game DAC. I have owned probably 15 different sets of mid-high end headphones. The Steel series arctic pro with game DAC are louder than most Xbox/PlayStation compatible headsets. However, you will never get the full potential out of any headset without using a PC.  For whatever reason, Microsoft and Sony use weak soundcards and/or intentionally dampen volume. For example, I own a $300 pair of  Xbox-compatible Astro A50s that only produce maybe 20% of the volume When connected To the Xbox versus the same pair Connected to a PC using standard realtek audio drivers.

Question 2

I have read that the wired with audio dac sounds better than the wireless. Can anyone confirm?

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I have both the wireless and the wired GameDAC. Wireless tops at 24bit 48Khz (using the optical input in PS5/PS4 mode) and wired reaches 24bit 96Khz with USB or Optical. However there are no games with sound at 24bit 96Khz because the sound files would make the game size ginormous. So unless you have a source of HD audio (Amazon HD, Tidal, Qbuz, etc.), there is no way to hear the difference between wireless and wired. Even then a lot of people is not able to really notice the difference between 24 bit 48Khz and 96Khz. I can CLEARLY hear it, but not everyone does. My wife thinks I'm crazy when I tell here I hear a difference. :D

Question 3

How long is the cable? How far does it reach?

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The cable that goes from the headset to the DAC is about 5-5.25 feet/1.5-1.6 meters and the USB cable from the DAC to your PC should be the same length. 
I tried purchasing an extended cable based on the original answer to this question and it arrived with the headset and it was the same length as the cable in the headset. Steelseries does sell an extended-length cable that runs from headset to DAC that is at least double the length of the original cable.

Question 4

Will this fit a larger head than the Arctis 7? My head is huge (7 7/8), and I’m really stuck.

Accepted Answer

Yes

ASIN	B079YBKTRN
Additional Features	gaming
Age Range Description	Adult
Antenna Location	Gaming
Audio Driver Type	Dynamic Driver
Best Sellers Rank	#9,054 in Video Games ( See Top 100 in Video Games ) #113 in PlayStation 5 Headsets #113 in PlayStation Accessories
Brand Name	SteelSeries
Built-In Media	SteelSeries Arctis Pro + GameDAC Wired Gaming Headset
Cable Features	Retractable
Color	Black
Compatible Devices	PC USB
Connectivity Technology	Wired
Control Method	Touch
Customer Reviews	4.0 4.0 out of 5 stars (4,700)
Earpiece Shape	Over Ear
Enclosure Material	Aluminum, Steel
Frequency Range	20 Hz - 40,000 Hz
Frequency Response	40000 Hz
Global Trade Identification Number	00813682022334, 05707119029568
Headphone Folding Features	Over Ear
Headphone Jack	3.5 mm Jack
Headphones Ear Placement	Over Ear
Impedance	32 Ohms
Item Type Name	SteelSeries Arctis Pro + GameDAC Wired Gaming Headset - Certified Hi-Res Audio - Dedicated DAC and Amp - for PS4 and PC
Item Weight	1.2 Pounds
Manufacturer	SteelSeries
Model Name	Arctis Pro + GameDAC Wired Gaming Headset
Model Number	61453
Number of Items	1
Specific Uses For Product	Gaming
Style Name	Arctis Pro + GameDAC
Theme	Video Game
UPC	813682022334
Unit Count	1.0 Count
Warranty Description	1 year manufacturer warranty
Wireless Technology	Bluetooth

SteelSeries Arctis Pro + GameDAC Wired Gaming Headset - Certified Hi-Res Audio - Dedicated DAC and Amp - for PS5/PS4 and PC - Black

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