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KTMD
195
Apr 20, 2016
I'm getting popping sounds in my heasphones with my Creatheadphones I'm using this with my Ps4 via optical. Any fixes?
So far it pops with my Fidelio X2 and Beyer 880s.
I'm most likely going to replace the optical just to make sure, but it's noticeable.
Terrschi
1
Apr 20, 2016
KTMDCan you explain your problem in more detail? I want to buy X7 + Fidelio X2 for my PS4 too. First time I hear about any problems. Thanks.
KTMD
195
Apr 20, 2016
TerrschiIt's was minor. In all honesty though, I fixed it. If you do get it, you have to connect your phone to the X7 via Bluetooth and mute line in. It sounds amazing now. There's a ton of features and settings that you can play with. Hooking it up with Bluetooth (the dongle to the ps4) for the mic array is cool too. Make sure your drop comes with the Bluetooth accessory.
My problem before was when I would be playing The Division with music in the background (media app) it would make popping sounds and hurt my ears. It was so random and distinct that it really did hurt. I thought it was the optical cable which I cleaned, but that one setting set to mute fixed it. From the box, it's set up for PC play.
If you're on the fence about this, get it. I had a Schiit stack and debated between this and the m9xx and I'm glad I went with this. The sound quality is amazing and it's so feature rich, it's perfect for gaming. Music sounds good too with Dolby and the effects.
I never really did believe the hype between dac and amp making headphones sound great, but with this I can be a believer. Would help if all my music was FLAAC and run from a PC. On the Fidelio x2 it sounds superb.
My headphones: sennheiser 598, 650, Beyer 880/600 990/600, the x2, fostex mk3, k7xxs etc
Terrschi
1
Apr 20, 2016
KTMDThanks for the helpful answer :) Hopefully the drop is soon.
KTMD
195
Apr 20, 2016
TerrschiWelcome. I had to edit just so it made sense. If you do see this drop, it is well worth the money. Don't hesitate at all. I love music again hahaha.
Terrschi
1
Apr 20, 2016
KTMDYou have a lot of good headphones, what is the best in your opinion for gaming?
KTMD
195
Apr 20, 2016
TerrschiIt really depends. The X2s I love because of the bass and soundstage, the 598s for their price, brightness, forward mids and what they can do, but the K7XXs for their accuracy and positional effects, the AKG for gaming, the soundstage is big. It's a tie between the the X2 and the K7XXs. For shooters the K7XX when properly driven you can pinpoint footsteps and distance. Every other game the X2s. I think there was a K7XX drop active. If you don't have a pair it is worth a look into. They're hard to drive because they're current hungry. Compared to other AKGs, the K7XXs have boosted bass and reduced highs, so a smaller stage. It's still huge though, so big it sounds airy and light even with the enhanced bass. Maybe the X2s spoiled me.
Since you have the X2s you're pretty much set. It's one of the best cans for gaming.
Don't be like me and get stuck in midfi. I have so many other headphones that I didn't list, I'd probably have been better off with the HD800s or LCD3. Although, I did get the THx00 purps drop that is active now.
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