No major problem with the mic, I just find the software can be temperamental sometimes. When started it can turn off the mic boost or on mine the software even though off on crystal voice can still be set ?
I'm still getting this Hiss on the left channel when turning on my unit ? This has only happened after the firmware upgrade.
Will try running it again later to see if that clears or fixes it.
Same here with the power button after firmware upd. Some times starts with one press, other times need to press the button over 8 times!
Not sure if its been mentioned before here, but how can we change the output to SPDIF or SPEAKERS without having to go into control panel -> sounds -> set default etc. all the freaking time!!??
It would be just beautiful if there was an option to do this via the X7 interface.
Also having an issue where the X7 wont detect my headphones the first time I attach them. I need to remove and re-insert the 3.5 jack and the second time they get detected. Works every time.
I connected it via Bluetooth to my phone and I personally couldn't tell the difference with a flac track between Bluetooth and the cable which was weird. But that's a good thing right?
Any settings for the AKG I see on the back it has 2 impedance settings.
I set the settings to 600 ohm. I also am using the 3.5mm cable should I switch to the larger one for the headphone port?
For speakers I couldn't figure the right setup for the 2.1 I have it connected via RCA (red/white)
I know it had the smaller cable below to connect to the Computer, but I wonder if that could be for the sub as well? See attached photo, and would appreciate any advice on getting the most out of this. Also can't seem to figure how to update the firmware from my phone. Thanks guys!
Also there is a hissing / crackling sound with the headphones connected. It's a lot more apparent when SBX is checked.
I connected it via USB to my laptop and I swear the volume went through the roof and I almost lost my hearing wow.
Edit:
Updated firmware but when smart volume is selected I get a lot of hissing/crackling static. The phone is connected via bluetooth
I don't think the AKG needs 600 ohms, and i don't think you need the 6,5mm jack either.
Are you new to the amp concept? Your questions suggest so lol, try to read some info on DAC/AMP first.
For sub config i think it is explained in FAQ somewhere in this thread or the other thread,
And somebody will explain better than me regarding software issues
There is a "new" driver up on the Creative site, however since its file name is a match for the original driver it appears what they've really done is pull the new one, and then put a new date on the old one. I don't know what to make of this. It certainly was the firmware update that triggered the power on issue and I had several days with it before the software update. FW and Software package pulled as well. Does this mean there is a problem with the new software package too? No details available at Creative. So it seems like a full rollback. Frankly, I prefer the power on issue to constantly fighting with the headphone/speaker selector every time I open a new program, wake from sleep, etc. However, pulling all the files with no explanation seems a little drastic. If there is a risk of damaging our components, we need to know. While the number of units sold may be small, there isn't single hit for the Soundblaster X7 on the Creative Forums in the last 30 days. Some explanation would be nice.
We did indeed pull the other driver that was causing the issues with the power-on rather than let the issue continue to grow and frustrate the user base.
That being said the newer driver poses no risk to the componentry so if you'd prefer to run that version until we have our newer driver package rollout with a fix for the power on you can do so safely.
Again, we sincerely apologize for this issue that popped up and are actively working on a fix for it.
I'll let you know here when we have a beta driver or a fix posting up as the issue has already been identified. I've also asked the web team to clarify the latest revision of the driver so it does not cause confusion to anyone who might be down-revving in the interim (thanks for the feedback!).
Thanks for the update. Just wondering a few things. You refer to the Windows software pack 1.00.22 as "the other driver". The thing is that both releases 1.00.15 and 1.00.22 use the SAME driver version 1.10.5.14 dated 09/10/2014.
I was assuming the power issue was caused by the firmware update. I understand it's not the case... Right ? Still it doesn't explain the driver thing. I find it hard to believe that the Creative software console is the root cause of the issue when the PC is off and you can't turn back on the X7. Maybe you can shed some light ?
Also please note that with the initial release of X7 (stock firmware, software pack 1.00.15) I did experience the inability to power on the X7 unit but it was extremely rare (like 2 instances).
We did indeed pull the other driver that was causing the issues with the power-on rather than let the issue continue to grow and frustrate the user base.
That being said the newer driver poses no risk to the componentry so if you'd prefer to run that version until we have our newer driver package rollout with a fix for the power on you can do so safely.
Again, we sincerely apologize for this issue that popped up and are actively working on a fix for it.
I'll let you know here when we have a beta driver or a fix posting up as the issue has already been identified. I've also asked the web team to clarify the latest revision of the driver so it does not cause confusion to anyone who might be down-revving in the interim (thanks for the feedback!).
How is the ASIO latency with X7? Has anyone tested how low it can go without distorting?
I would like to use it not for just listening, but also for playing midi instruments.
xi fi titanium hd, couldn't handle anything bellow 5ms, which is ok, as long as X7 is not worse than that.
I confirmed with engineering that it is indeed a firmware issue which is causing the sluggish power on issue that many experienced with the retracted driver. The driver package itself is fine (software and interface).
The reason the driver package was retracted was that the driver package included the revised firmware as part of the installation procedure, so it needed to be removed.
That being said...we're on track to have a fix in place most likely by the end of this week (Friday).
I'll pop up an update here when it goes live (or you can keep an eye on the download page as well).
I confirmed with engineering that it is indeed a firmware issue which is causing the sluggish power on issue that many experienced with the retracted driver. The driver package itself is fine (software and interface).
The reason the driver package was retracted was that the driver package included the revised firmware as part of the installation procedure, so it needed to be removed.
That being said...we're on track to have a fix in place most likely by the end of this week (Friday).
I'll pop up an update here when it goes live (or you can keep an eye on the download page as well).
I am hoping that this X7 drives my new HD 800's well. I have heard of some troubles hooking up an external amp and just using the X7 as a dac/virtual surround device. Is this true?
I have a 800$ gift card for speakers for my new 55" Samsung 9000 suhd 4k which connects to the X7 LE they are trying to sell me the Denon Soundbar DHT514 to replace my logitech Z623. How is the Samsung 8.1 HW-H7500/Za soundbar? Anyone hear it?
Any recs? The tv/monitor is my Computer monitor. At a loss here.
Denon DHT514is $200
Klipsch R-108 $350
SonosTV TV Soundbar (1400@50%)
Energy CS-30 (300)
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