Astro A50: Gen 4 Firmware Update ~upd~

Mastering the ASTRO A50 Gen 4: The Essential Guide to Firmware Updates

The ASTRO A50 Gen 4 is widely regarded as one of the best wireless gaming headsets on the market, offering exceptional audio clarity, Dolby Atmos support, and the comfort of a suspended headband. However, even premium hardware relies heavily on software. If you’ve ever experienced crackling audio, docking station issues, or the dreaded “Headset not detected” error, the solution is almost always a firmware update.

| Component | Version | |-----------|---------| | Base Station Firmware | 40372.0 (latest stable) | | Headset Firmware | 40372.0 (or 39964.3 for older revisions) | | Transmitter (RF) | 386.0 | astro a50 gen 4 firmware update

  1. Download and install Logitech G Hub from Logitech’s official website.
  2. Place the headset on the Base Station. Ensure the power switch on the headset is in the "ON" position (not "PC" or "PS" — just On).
  3. Launch G Hub. Click on your A50 Gen 4 image.
  4. Look for a yellow banner at the top that says "Update Available."
  5. Click Update. The headset will reboot twice. Do not touch the headset or base station for 3-5 minutes.
  6. Once finished, G Hub will show "Firmware up to date."

Part 1: Why Firmware Updates Matter for the A50 Gen 4

Before diving into the technical steps, it is crucial to understand why Logitech (which acquired Astro Gaming in 2017) releases firmware updates. Mastering the ASTRO A50 Gen 4: The Essential

Timeline & notable firmware changes (selected)

  • July 12, 2019 — Fix for Xbox One system software conflict that prevented A50 from enumerating as a chat headset after a system update.
  • September 13–18, 2019 — LED display fix and Xbox headset enumeration fix after power cycles.
  • November 9–13, 2019 — Improvements to overall headset volume and microphone quality; sidetone/alert-tone settings save fix.
  • August 2, 2020 — Key change for Xbox next-gen consoles: enabled game/chat audio over USB when optical is absent; minor Xbox communication bugfixes; balance functionality retained.
  1. Download Logitech G Hub (or Astro Command Center for legacy OS).
  2. Place headset on base station – ensure both show solid power/charge LEDs.
  3. Connect base station to PC via USB.
  4. Open G Hub → select A50 Gen 4.
  5. If update available, click Install.
  6. Critical: Do not interrupt power, remove headset, or unplug USB during update.
  7. After base station updates, you may be prompted to update headset firmware – follow same precautions.
  • Undock headset. Hold Dolby button + EQ button for 10 sec until headset LED flashes red/white.
  • On base station, press and hold Dolby + Game button for 10 sec (lights flash).
  • Reconnect USB, relaunch G Hub, retry update.
  1. Download ACC from Logitech’s support site (not Microsoft Store version – use direct .exe).
  2. Follow the same connection steps as above.
  3. ACC will prompt “Firmware update available” automatically.
  4. Click Install – It will update base station first, then headset.
  5. Crucial: After base station updates, it may disconnect. Wait 10 seconds, then undock and re-dock the headset to continue.
  6. Once finished, restart ACC to verify version numbers.

. For many users on newer operating systems like Windows 11, the Microsoft Store version Download and install Logitech G Hub from Logitech’s