As a PS5 player, we lost the optical output as well, but I wasnt aware Xbox cannot even do USB audio. This console generation really sucks for audio. PS5 3D Audio sounds terrible, tried everything I could to get it to sound acceptable and it was still trash.

I made this thread 6 years ago, but I figured I would give an update. When CoD MW22 released, I was completely upgrading my entire gaming setup for my PS5. Switched from a 27in PC monitor to a Sony 42in 4K OLED (more on that later) and also had to upgrade the AVR to HDMI 2.1. I wanted to...

I'm still active duty. Aircraft mechanic. So far the K702s have made it on most of my trips to Japan, Italy, Iceland, Singapore, Guam and a lot of other places. I like simulated surround when playing games so I've used devices like Dolby Headphone Av receivers, Beyerdynamic Headzone, and...

After 7 years of daily use including 3 deployments traveling all over the world, my AKG K702 65th Anni Edition are ready to be retired. What I loved about these the most is 1: Comfort and 2: Sound. These are the best gaming headphones Ive ever had. Ive attempted to replace them many times with...

How does this compare to Dolby Headphone, DTS etc.. From what Ive read about Dirac Sensaround is that the effect is subtle..

IIRC the Golds were more SQ oriented, but I could be wrong. Looking to keep it under $200. The less the better though.

For the last few years, my trusty Monster Turbines have been (BY FAR) my favorite IEM. So far, theres nothing wrong with them, but I always have that itch to upgrade. Ive tried a bunch of different IEMs over the years but I always reach for the Monster Turbines. To me, they are fun to listen...

Bump for interest.   Am I really the only one out there who tried this thing with consoles? Just looking to share experiences.

I used to have a DacMini CX. It worked great with my PS4. It's a all in one DAC and amp with optical input. Could probably find one used at a decent price.

That wont work, it doesnt have an optical input.   BUT, as I said before, the PS4 CAN output all audio through USB, so in theory it can work, but there are downsides to using USB audio, because theres no way to tell the quality that you're getting.   I suggest just spending the extra $50 on...

What do you guys think is the best cable material for increasing clarity, sound quality, and soundstage?

Incorrect;   It goes Source>DAC>Amp>Headphones   PS4>Modi 2 Uber>Magni 2>Headphones   You need optical to connect the PS4 to Modi 2 Uber, then RCAs to connect the Modi 2 Uber to Magni 2.   Hope this helps...

The RCA between the two units isn't the issue. Im talking about the optical cable connection from the PS4 to the Modi 2 Uber.   The normal Modi 2 does not have an optical input. How did you plan on connecting the PS4 to the Modi 2?

The Modi 2 does not come with an optical/toslink input, you would need the Modi 2 Uber to properly connect it to the PS4.   Everything else looks good to go.

Yes that would work. The PS4 can also output audio via USB, but there's no telling the quality of the output. Your best bet is to stick with optical.

The Mixamps main selling point is its chat mixing and surround capability, however its not the strongest amplifier. Since you dont need surround capability, you can use pretty much any home headphone amp with optical input. Theres thousands of choices.   As for the Audio Technica adapter, Im...

The PS4 is capable of running any DAC and mic setup at the same time. Please do not limit yourself to the MIxamp. All you need is this for your 3.5mm mic to plug in.   https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00XM883BK/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o01_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1 (I have this and it fits the...

Honestly, this wont really be what you want to hear, but the only TRUE way to decide which is better is to try both for yourself. Find a nice used set, try it out, if you dont like it, sell for about what you paid. Its pretty much a buy-try-sell way of life for me.

So I managed to put together a 5v2a power adapter the other day. Ive spent the last 2 days experimenting and this is pretty much going to be my first impressions. I actually kind of regret making this thread since I hate trying to describe how stuff sounds with words over the internet, but Ill...

Today, I finally got my hands on a Beyerdynamic Headzone Game system. Im a console gamer and I love using simulated surround sound. Ive used nearly every type of surround equipment out there for consoles. From the Turtle Beach DSS, Mix Amp, Astro A50, AVR with Dolby Headphone, the list goes on...

Didnt even know they were working on that. Thanks for the reply.

Just get the most expensive headphones out there, then you will be happy apparently..

Besides the current stuff like Mixamp, DSS1, DSS2, X7 do you guys know of any other options for us console folk?   Ive been waiting to see something new enter this niche market for a while now. Hopefully something with a stronger amp, adjustable parameters, maybe HDMI audio input?! One can...

Ive used a ton of them, from mid-high end gaming headsets to mid-ultra high end headphones and at the end of the day, Ive stuck with my AKG K702 65th Anniversary Edition. Ive learned to hate any sort of leather ear pad and the huge memory foam pads on the AKGs are simply incredible. Easily wear...

What kind of mic are we talking about here? If you want to use something like a Mod Mic, then yes it will work just fine, BUT you need one of these (or similar) for the MIC.  ...