STACK #265 November 2026

GAMING FEATURE

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meaning that you can move them around your

gaming setup, or even carry

them to another room, and they’ll continue to work

a treat for up to 12 hours without charging. A charging pad for each speaker is

included in the package. If juice is low, or you have a main home for them, they can also run directly off the charging pads connected to mains power, but the portability means that they can double as Bluetooth speakers for uses beyond gaming, like listening to music. Sony’s PlayStation Link technology provides lossless, ultra-low-latency wireless audio, which ensures that game sound syncs perfectly with the action that’s on your screen. The PULSE Elevate speakers also support simultaneous Bluetooth audio, so you can mix game sound with music or chat from another device such as a TV or smartphone. Cool extras Want to adjust EQ, volume, mic settings, and orientation? It’s easily done via PS5 menus,

The PlayStation audio lineup expands this month with the arrival of PULSE Elevate, which are wireless desktop speakers designed specifically to match PlayStation setups. Let’s check out what they have in store for us… Words Amy Flower YOUR PS5 SOUND! ELEVATE

Headset-free chat!

with PC support due post launch. As well as the speakers, the PULSE Elevate package also includes the two charging docks, plus a PlayStation Link USB-C adapter for devices that don’t have built-in Link support. Summing up With PULSE Elevate, there’s a handy new way to deliver PlayStation audio, bringing portability and flexibility in speakers that combine high-end sound with features aimed squarely at gamers. With the ability to adjust the direction of audio, built-in chat capabilities, plus planar magnetic drivers and woofers inside, they’re a top option for players who crave immersive speaker sound instead of using a headset. • PlayStation 5 PULSE Elevate Wireless Speakers are out Nov 12

Introducing… Available in either Midnight Black or the now classic PS5 white, these speakers – the first from Sony Interactive Entertainment - aim to deliver brilliant low-latency sound for PS5, PC, Mac, and PlayStation Portal users. They’re based on the same audio tech that’s found in the PULSE Elite headset and PULSE Explore earbuds, but in a new form that’s designed for those players who prefer open-air sound rather than wearing headphones. Why “Elevate”? You may think that the name is just a marketing thing, but it’s actually a literal description of one of the signature features of these speakers. You have the option of sitting each speaker upright or, alternatively, tilting it backwards to aim the audio more toward the listener, simulating height channels. This adjustable angle can help create more immersive and lifelike spatial sound, especially in PS5 titles that support Tempest 3D AudioTech.

Big sound, no subwoofer! Each PULSE Elevate speaker includes its own planar magnetic driver, which is the sort of technology that you’d typically find in high-end audiophile gear. These drivers deliver detailed sound across the full frequency range. Bass lovers can rejoice, too, as the Sony boffins have also installed woofers into each speaker, meaning that you don’t need a separate subwoofer to get pleasing bass. Less cables, and more desk space! Portable audio that isn’t just for gaming Unlike traditional desktop speakers, PULSE Elevate units have built-in rechargeable batteries,

One of the standout features of the PULSE Elevate speakers is an integrated microphone in the right speaker. It uses AI-enhanced noise rejection to filter out unwanted background noise, enabling clear multiplayer voice chat without needing a headset or boom mic. If you’re a player who isn’t into wearing headphones during long sessions, this really is a super-convenient feature.

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