The new Turtle Beach Elite Pro 2 + SuperAmp improves on a great headset

Turtle Beach makes some of the best gaming headsets in the business hands down and the newly launched Elite Pro 2 + SuperAmp doesn’t buck that trend. While the name is definitely a mouthful, Turtle Beach has the pedigree to back such a lofty name.

The original Elite Pro was lauded by many as the best gaming headset for eSports athletes. 

“The Elite Pro 2 + SuperAmp is the perfect successor to the original Elite Pro, once again offering gamers our signature professional-grade audio performance and unmatched comfort, now paired with a revolutionary new way to connect, amplify and control their audio,” said Juergen Stark, CEO, Turtle Beach.

The Elite Pro 2 takes everything from its predecessor and improves on it. The signature 50mm Nanoclear over the ear speakers delivers crisp and accurate sound.

Elite Pro 2

Any hardcore gamer plays for hours at a time and comfort is a must. Turtle Beach Revolutionary Aerofit Ear Cushions have cooling gel-infused memory foam for comfort over long sessions. Passive noise isolation for blocking out roaring crowds or crying babies for parents.

And very critically for glasses wearers is ProSpec Glasses Relief system allows us to play in comfort.  Xbox One players will be happy to know the Elite Pro 2 are 7.1 Surround sound ready. Using Windows Sonic for Headphones to deliver a simulated 7.1 surround sound that enhances almost every game.

The Elite Pro 2 are also Dolby Atmos compatible which gives you a greater verticality in your surround.

Pro Gaming mic with TruSpeak

It goes without saying that team communication is critical in esports or any team-based shooter. The Elite Pro 2 brings Turtle Beach trademarked TruSpeak that offers crystal clear speech so you are always heard regardless of environment.

Variable mic monitoring and dynamic chat boost help you find the best balance for in-game chat.

The SuperAmp is a one-dial is a gaming audio controller that provides powerful amplified Windows Sonic for Headphones surround sound on Xbox One and compatible Windows 10 PCs, and DTS Headphone: X 7.1 channel surround sound on PS4 and PC.

It also connects via Bluetooth to the Turtle Beach Audio Hub mobile app on Android or iOS devices where gamers can control Game and Chat Audio Mix, Variable Mic Monitoring, Dynamic Chat Boost, Superhuman Hearing and other audio EQ presets, including Bass Boost.

There are also controls for the SuperAmp’s LED colour and lighting mode, and streaming-specific audio settings as well.

The Turtle Beach Elite Pro 2 + SuperAmp is available today for $349AUD at JB Hi-Fi.

Tech Specs

  • Audio Connection
    Xbox One and Windows 10 – 3.5mm + USB Mobile Devices – Bluetooth
  • Speaker Frequency Response: 12Hz – 20kHz
  • Speaker Size: 50mm Nanoclear speakers with Neodymium magnets
  • Microphone: Unidirectional gaming microphone
  • Headband Material: Athletic fabric
  • Ear Cushion: Over Ear, Athletic fabric, leather & cooling gel-infused memory foam

Kizito Katawonga
Kizito Katawongahttp://www.medium.com/@katawonga
Kizzy is our Tech Editor. He's a total nerd with design sensibilities who's always on the hunt for the latest, greatest and sexiest tech that enhances our work and play. When he's not testing the latest gadgets or trying to listen to his three whirlwind daughters, Kizzy likes to sink deep into a good story-driven single player game.

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