Understanding Line-In & Line-Out on the Arctis Nova Pro Series

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❓ What is Line-In?

Line-In lets you bring audio from an external source into your SteelSeries device. Think of it as your personal AUX-in.

Examples of what you can connect:

  • A smartphone

  • An audio mixer

  • A second console

Use cases:

  • 🎵 Listen to music from your phone while gaming

  • 🎥 Mix in audio from a streaming setup

  • 🎮 Add game/chat audio from another system

❓ What is Line-Out?

Line-Out sends audio from your SteelSeries base station to another device. This is especially handy for streaming, recording, or external playback.

Use cases:

  • 🔊 Play sound through speakers without unplugging your headset

  • 📹 Send game/chat audio to a capture card for streaming

  • 🎚️ Route your mix to an audio interface or second system

❓ Which headsets support Line-In and Line-Out?

Both the Arctis Nova Pro GameDAC and Arctis Nova Pro Wireless base station include these ports:

  • Line-In (3.5mm jack): Accepts external audio (phone, console, mixer, etc.)

  • Line-Out (3.5mm jack): Sends your combined audio mix to another device

❓ How do I use Line-In and Line-Out in real life?

Here are some practical setups:

  • Plug your phone into Line-In → hear your playlist while gaming (perfect for grinding sessions 🎶).

  • Connect Line-Out to speakers or a mixer → share audio with others or send clean audio to a streaming PC.

  • Pair with ChatMix → customize your live audio mix for streaming or competitive play.

❓ Can I use Line-In with the Alias microphone?

Yes! If you’re using a SteelSeries Alias microphone, you can route its audio into the Line-In port on the Nova Pro or Nova Pro Wireless base station. This enables the sidetone functionality, allowing you to hear your own voice in real-time through your headset.

This setup is especially useful if you:

  • Prefer natural mic monitoring during gaming

  • Want tighter control of your voice mix while streaming

  • Use the Alias alongside Nova Pro for a complete audio solution

❓ Still need help?

If you’re unsure how to set this up for your specific use case (streaming, dual PC, speakers, etc.), contact SteelSeries support. We’re happy to walk you through the best setup.

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