[MattKelly]

I sincerely hope Creative's G5 can do what the E5 does, but adds Dolby decoding (or better) and a processed optical output to the console crowd, as has been available for PC gamers for a decade or more.

RIGHT?!?! Gosh, an update on the G5 can't come soon enough. I want more info!!!

 

[Fegefeuer]

Well, November's soon. 

 

[conquerator2]

  " The Yeti picked up EVERYTHING"
 
​was it set to cardioid mode when it was picking up everything ?

Yup. 
It's actually a common issue if you read some of the reviews 

It is a good mic, but not suitable for a room with a moderate amount of external noise [fans, hum, any noises within the house].
I recently used my AT mono mic to record a guest commentary [2 people] and it was pretty great. All the 'important bits' [well voice, even though we sat fairly far], 'atmospheric bits' [cap popping, decent movement] but recorded zero 'obnoxious bits' [basically PC/PS hum/noise].
Excellent noise reduction all around too [I used speakers for that session, which were playing decently loud behind the mic and it only ever picked up the occasional bass frequency but otherwise nothing], almost too good honestly. I imagine the same applies to lower AT mics too [AT2020/2035 series] though I imagine getting an XLR version and a preamp is definitely preferable at that point...
Yeti just picked up all the noise in my application and the AT picks up none. Plus, the clarity and realism of the AT mics, whatever it is they pick up, is superior in every way 

 

 

[Evshrug]

^Well, I'd better not get one of those then, because sometimes I get the farts.

 

[Fegefeuer]

to EU members:
 
 
Fidelio X2 is about 205€ from Amazon.fr

 

[Diamondpact]

is it possible to get my astro a50 wireless transmitter mixamp to work on my console for a different headphone that has a 3.5mm jack?
 
I want to find some use for it or imma have to sell my astro a50 with the wireless transmitter mixamp lol.

 

[Evshrug]

Well, an Astro A50 is worthless without the transmitter, so if you're intending to sell one you should sell both anyway.

I'm not sure if the A50 transmitter has a wired output.

 

[cmclnd]

Alright, so apparently this Okeyn 3.5mm "Condenser" microphone DOES work when plugged directly into the Astro MixAmp Pro TR for PS4. The sound is a bit airy (my friends in party chat said it sounds like I'm in an empty room; acoustic sound), but it comes through loud and clear. No need for phantom power or anything.
 
Amazon link to the Okeyn mic: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0140ZEDB2
 
At only $15, it's a cheap, workable alternative to the setup Sam21 proposed.
 
Sam21's setup, at the current Amazon prices, would run around $115. 
 
I'll re-quote that exact setup below in the event anyone reading this workaround is also interested in eventually upgrading to a better sound/build quality microphone for the Astro Mixamp.
 

  for the XLR desktop Mics you need these : 
 
(1) A Microphone like this : 
 
http://www.amazon.com/Audio-Technica-AT2020-Cardioid-Condenser-Microphone/dp/B0006H92QK/ref=sr_1_1?s=musical-instruments&ie=UTF8&qid=1445883290&sr=1-1&keywords=at2020
 
(2) A phantom power supply like this :
 
http://www.amazon.com/Behringer-PS400-BEHRINGER-MICROPOWER/dp/B000FG795I/ref=sr_1_5?s=musical-instruments&ie=UTF8&qid=1445883335&sr=1-5&keywords=phantom+power+supply
 
(3) Two cables :
 
XLR male to female :
 
http://www.amazon.com/Sendt-Female-Microphone-cable-24AWG/dp/B00EPMXWNQ/ref=sr_1_3?s=musical-instruments&ie=UTF8&qid=1445883410&sr=1-3-spons&keywords=XLR+cable&psc=1
 
XLR female to 3.5mm TRS:
 
http://www.amazon.com/Hosa-XVM-115F-Microphone-Cable-Right-Angle/dp/B000068NZF/ref=sr_1_8?s=musical-instruments&ie=UTF8&qid=1445883510&sr=1-8&keywords=hosa+XLR+female+to+TRS
 
(4) and of course, a nice ADC like the one in Creative X7.
 

 
NOTE (Edit): This suggestion DID NOT WORK. Please disregard it, see my edit for details!
 
This forum is absolutely amazing. I don't know that I'd ever have been as satisfied with my sound setup on PS4 as I am without all of you. Thank you all.
 
EDIT: I've posted an update (http://www.head-fi.org/t/534479/mad-lust-envys-headphone-gaming-guide-5-31-2015-beyer-cop-and-shure-1540-added/32865#post_12073235) to my working setup for anyone looking for a similar setup. Just browse a few pages ahead or search through my posts to find the detailed setup guide.

 

[Diamondpact]

Well, an Astro A50 is worthless without the transmitter, so if you're intending to sell one you should sell both anyway.

I'm not sure if the A50 transmitter has a wired output.

yup, thats my intention. If i have to sell, i have to sell the whole set, but ya there doesn't seem to be any for for that mixamp to connect to 3.5mm headphones

 

[GeneraLight]

What's the best amp to use with the AKG-K701 for consoles like the Wii U and 3DS?

 

[Sam21]

  What's the best amp to use with the AKG-K701 for consoles like the Wii U and 3DS?

I personally like the O2, because of its lower noise.
 
There are other options: look into schiit magni 2 uber and FiiO's portable amps.

 

[bavinck]

I like o2 too. It's on massdrop right now for a good price...

 

[rudyae86]

  I like o2 too. It's on massdrop right now for a good price...

I was part of the first drop and got a defective, sending it back tomorrow . Ill purchase rev.B this time since it has the input RCA in the back now though it cost like 10 or 15 dollars more but less clutter at the front I suppose.

 

[raband]

Love the swings and roundabouts.
 
O2 was a breath of fresh air when it first was out - then went out of favour.
 
Seems like it's stood the test of time and no longer "uncool" to be recognising it again.
 
Damn tempted to grab the Rev B O2/ODAC off massdrop - the front clutter is an actual issue (the only one I have with the original unit I'm still using)
 
That said - the smaller jack made it easy to hook up to the mixamp (straight 3.5mm cable) and anything else I had (3.5mm cable, or RCA-3.5mm cable) than the RCA one would.
 
Think Laptops/phones/dac's without RCA out etc
 
Actually - I think I just talked myself into getting the new one
 
Keep the old for the easy fix where required and use the new for the main desk (+$15 for the 1/4' jack and the RCA's)

 

[conquerator2]

The Rev B uses different chips. I see these as downgrades compared to the A on paper. They measure a teeny bit better but I think the brands they used previously were more acclaimed. IMO. Have not heard it but I am going by what a quick skim-through left me with. YMMV.
The Schiit Vali is also a nice choice for the K7-- series though not as powerful. I'd personally pick that instead or something else that is also warmer and can produce a more enjoyable sound