Gaming headset is one of the most important gaming peripherals as a good audio will also affect your performance in gaming as well as team co-op. That being said, ASUS ROG is announcing the Strix Fusion 500 and Strix Fusion 300, aiming to provide the best audio performance to take the gaming experience to the next level.
ROG Strix Fusion 500
The ROG Strix Fusion 500 is the first ROG gaming headset with RGB lighting that is supported by Aura Headset mobile app. It comes with ESS 9018 DAC and ESS Sabre 9601K amplifier that delivers lifelike gaming audio with powerful dynamics and deep bass. The 7.1 virtual surround sound is developed with Bongiovi Acoustics that provides unparalleled, immersive gaming experiences. The left earcup has intuitive touch controls for instant adjustment to volume and other audio settings.
| Headset | |
| Connector | USB 2.0 Compatible with PC, Mac, PlayStation 4 |
| Speaker driver dimensions | 50mm |
| Driver material | Neodymium magnet |
| Impedance | 32 ohms |
| Frequency response | 20Hz–20KHz |
| Ear cushions | ROG Hybrid 100% protein leather |
| Weight | 360g |
| Cable | 2 meters Braided |
| Lighting effects | Static Breathing Colour cycle Music (PC only) |
| 7.1 virtual surround sound | Developed with Bongiovi Acoustics Onboard with a dedicated button |
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| Microphone | |
| Type | Digital Retractable design |
| Pick-up pattern | Unidirectional |
| Frequency response | 50 Hz–10K Hz |
| Sensitivity | -39 ± 3 dB |
ROG Strix Fusion 300
The ROG Strix Fusion 300 has airtight chamber design and 50mm ASUS Essence drivers that deliver true-to-life gaming audio with deep, punchy bass. The compact and lightweight design and ROG Hybrid ear cushion provide maximum comfort and great sound isolation.
| Headphones | |
| Connector | USB 2.0 for PC/Mac 3.5mm for consoles (PS4/Xbox®) and smart devices |
| Speaker driver dimension | 50mm |
| Driver material | Neodymium magnet |
| Impedance | 32 ohms |
| Frequency response | 20Hz–20kHz |
| Ear cups | ROG Hybrid & 100% protein leather |
| Weight | 360g |
| Cable | Braided cable: 2M |
| Lighting effects | Static/Breathing/Off |
| 7.1-channel virtual surround-sound | On-board, enable with a button |
| Microphone | |
| Type | Analog |
| Pick-up pattern | Unidirectional, retractable |
| Frequency response | 50Hz–10KHz |
| Sensitivity | -39 ± 3dB |
| Mute control | Flip-up mute |
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Pricing & Availability
The ROG Strix Fusion 300 is now available for RM 719 while the ROG Strix Fusion 500 is expected to arrive at the end of April 2018. Pricing for ROG Strix Fusion 500 will be confirmed in the near future.
