SteelSeries AUX-3 Replacement Audio Cable — Black

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SteelSeries AUX-3 Replacement Audio Cable — Black is a replacement cable made for SteelSeries headphones. Swap in a black replacement audio cable for SteelSeries AUX-3. Revive a gaming headset without buying a new pair. Easy spare mic swap. Straightforward spare part. Shoppers looking for steelseries aux-3 replacement audio cable want a part that matches the original fit and restores comfort without buying a whole new headset.

People also search phrases such as black cable for steelseries aux-3 headphones; gaming headset audio cable for steelseries aux-3; steelseries aux-3 audio cable for long gaming sessions; steelseries aux-3 audio cable price; how to replace audio cable on steelseries aux-3; aftermarket cable for steelseries aux-3. Those queries point to the same need: a ready-to-fit cable that follows the cup, connector, or frame geometry of the named model. This listing keeps the language specific to that model so you can confirm compatibility before you order.

Related terms buyers use include 3.5 mm AUX Nova lead, black Nova Pro cord, SKU 174263 aux-3, wired fallback Nova, aftermarket 3.5 mm, typical plug-in spare, not ear-pad 178986, desk-rig analog cable, tangle-flex black, confirm Nova jack. In practice that means checking color, surface feel, and whether you need a pair, a single piece, or a protective accessory. The cable here is positioned for daily listening, commuting, and studio sessions where worn parts start to peel, flatten, or crack.

Common questions around this part include: Is 174263 a cable or another set of Nova pads? It is a black AUX 3.5 mm audio cable named for Arctis Nova Pro. Pads are separate SKUs. Wireless and Wired Nova Pro? The name says Arctis Nova Pro, not Wireless-only or Wired-only. Confirm the 3.5 mm jack on your unit. What plug types are on the ends? Only 3.5 mm AUX is named. Pinout (TRS vs TRRS) is not printed — match your worn lead. Does it charge the headset? It is an audio cable, not a USB charge lead. Keep those answers in mind when you compare listings and verify the exact model name on your headphones.

Ordering from Buds Need Parts means you get a US-oriented checkout conversation for SteelSeries AUX-3 Replacement Audio Cable — Black at $16.17, with shipping across the US after you confirm the model. Use the product title and specs on this page as the source of truth for fit. If your headset is a close sibling model, read the FAQ before swapping parts.

Install notes stay simple for a cable: power the headphones down, remove the worn piece carefully, seat the replacement until it locks or sits flush, then test clamp force and seal. Store the spare packaging until you confirm the fit. For protective cases and covers, wipe the shell before first use so grit does not scratch the finish.

Wear patterns on SteelSeries headsets usually show first on contact surfaces, so replacing the cable early protects the driver housing and headband pivots. 3.5 mm AUX Nova lead black Nova Pro cord SKU 174263 aux-3.

Color matching matters for visible parts: compare SteelSeries AUX-3 Replacement Audio Cable — Black against your current finish under daylight before you discard the old piece. black Nova Pro cord SKU 174263 aux-3 wired fallback Nova.