Hi folks, I have recently managed to get a PS5 and I'm just trying to sort out the audio for it. On my PS4 I used an Astro mixamp (a fairly old one now, as I've been using it for years) and a set of 16ohm Beyerdynamic DT990's, with a modmic.
I initially bought the new Pulse 3D Headset, but I'm not keen on wireless headsets and it seemed a shame to stop using my Beyerdynamics as they're such a nice comfy headphone, so I sold it to a friend before even opening the box.
Anyway, Astro were unable to confirm if an older mixamp like mine would work with the Tempest 3D audio or not, plus I fancied upgrading the audio in general anyway. I've got a copy of Spider-Man: Miles Morales, so really need to test it to see if the 3D audio seems to work properly, unless anyone here knows?
I have also been considering the Shiit Hel 2, but of course it doesn't have any surround sound functionality like the Mixamp. As such, I presume I'd lose the surround effect if I went to the Hel 2, at least, for any games without the Tempest audio?
What options are there for getting a good amp/DAC and keeping the virtual surround sound?
I mostly play Warzone at the moment, so want an option with good positional audio. I wouldn't mind an EQ and the ability to plug in my phone for a bit of music in the background as I game, but that's not essential. My current mixamp doesn't have an EQ, so it's nothing I'd miss.
Thanks in advance!