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  1. OllieGE

    Question What is a headset with good mic and audio for under £150 for FPS games?

    Looking at getting a new headset, basically anything under £150 with decent mic and audio. Don't mind if it's open or closed, also don't mind if I use a Vmoda or mod mic with headphones/ just a standalone mic. I mainly play FPS games (CS and Valorant currently) I am currently looking at the...
  2. UntamableWhiskers

    [SOLVED] Headphones for Gaming HELP

    Hello, I'm looking to get a new pair of headphones. I'm sick of the gimmicky "gaming headsets" my buddy got the steel series arctic 7 wireless and he loves it with knowing the direction of everything around him. He can pin point sounds VERY WELL now. I currently have the SUPERLUX HS 668B for...
  3. M

    [SOLVED] Wireless PC headphones with ability to balance L/R earphone volume

    Hello all, I am looking for wireless headphones, preferably not BT ones, that have capability to balance L/R volume (in windows is ok, doesnt have to be HW on the headphones themselves) I am now in process of returning TurtleBeach Elite Atlas Aero, because they are unable to do so. What more...
  4. S

    Discussion Wireless headphone suggestions?

    I'm not sure if this is the right place to ask this, but I'm giving it a shot!! I'm personally between Bose's "QuietComfort 35 wireless headphones II" and Beats' Solo3 Wireless headphones. I for sure want wireless headphones that hold a good amount of battery life (both of the models I'm...
  5. L

    [SOLVED] Best IEMs w/ mic under 100€ to use with phone (no dac)

    Hello, as the title says I'm looking for IEMs under 100€ to only use with my phone and maybe sometime my laptop. I don't use a dac, just straight from the 3.5mm jack of my pixel 3a. I stream music from Tidal HiFi, I need these only when I'm going around outside (for the future since I'm stuck...
  6. Mr Penguin

    [SOLVED] £100 Headphones

    Hello, I am looking to buy a pair of new Headphones, but if you just want the quick details look at the Bold Points. I am looking for a new pair of Gaming Headphones, that include a detachable microphone for about £100. These headphones will be used for gaming like CSGO (Valorant) along with...
  7. I

    [SOLVED] mdr-zx110 headphones left side doesn't work

    My mdr-zx110 headphones' left speaker doesn't work, I've tried opening them up by removing the cushion and unscrewing the circular black object and inspecting it, no visible damage, both wires are firmly connected. I am worried I have to solder something as I do not own a soldering iron and I...
  8. L

    [SOLVED] Best Headset/Headphones to buy right now for pc gaming and music production!!??

    So I have recently been shopping for a new headset and really can not make a decision. I want the best possible headset but not something ridiculously overpriced, What would give me the best quality for gaming but also good clean audio and deep bass for music production? I would like wireless...
  9. A

    [SOLVED] Is there any good long lasting DAC/AMP for less than $100?

    I'm looking for a long-lasting DAC/AMP that can power 250-ohm headphones and has a reputation of lasting for very long (>1 year). My budget will only allow it to be $100 dollars or less.
  10. M

    [SOLVED] Can I get Bluetooth functionality on this motherboard with an adapter?

    Hello, I have a custom built gaming PC from a few years ago. After checking the information about the motherboard, there doesn't seem to be built-in support for Bluetooth. I want to get it working via a USB to Bluetooth adapter for my headphones (which I want to use wirelessly). The PC is...
  11. B

    [SOLVED] Which Gaming headset? (HyperX Cloud Alpha S vs Astro A40 TR + Mixamp Pro TR vs SteelSeries Arctic 5)

    I'm trying to choose between one of these mostly for PC gaming. I'd like to have the option for "surround sound" but am not convinced either way just yet... I can get about a year old Astro A40 TR + Mixamp Pro TR for $100 or an open box (barely used) HyperX Cloud Alpha S for $65. Would the...
  12. alfiee

    [SOLVED] Headphones broke should I buy them again or buy another pair?

    Hi, Around December 2019 i got the Cooler master MH752's for around 80 eu and I loved them but last month they broke and now I am unsure whether I should look for a different pair or buy the same although they cost ~100 now since I really loved these headphones.
  13. C

    [SOLVED] Looking to up my audio game - Suggestions?

    Hi, so I'm looking to upgrade my audio setup and am looking for suggestions. I want to switch to a desk mic and upgrade my headset as well. As far as what I have currently, I'm using a pair of Audio Technica ATH-ADG1x with the Soundblaster E-5. I love the audio quality but have been having...
  14. T

    [SOLVED] How good is the Hyper X Cloud Mix?

    I bought one for myself while it was on sale and there's lots of good reviews but is it mainly for gaming? And how good is the surround sound? Is it good enough to clearly hear where the enemy is and was it a good choice for a new pair of gaming headphones?
  15. F

    [SOLVED] Best High Quality PC Headphones ? Hyperx Cloud Orbit of Philips Fidelio X2HR

    Looking for the best headphones to use on a PC. I mainly watch movies (4K) listen to music, and do some gaming. I do have a Sound Blaster Audigy FX (5.1) sound card. I tried the Sony WH-1000XM3 and they weren't what I needed. The HyperX Cloud Orbit (non "S" version) has Audeze™ 100mm planar...
  16. A

    [SOLVED] Static in microphone and quiet audio in a new PC

    Hello everyone, So I recently build my first PC of which I am very proud. However immediately after plugging my headphones I noticed the sound was much quieter than when I used them on my laptop, my friends also kept telling me my mic was quiet. I didn't think much about it then but lately it...
  17. D

    Question Beyerdynamic DT 990 Pro/ AMP or no AMP?

    So i saw on Offerup, a used item shopping app, a DT 990 pro for 65$ and am considering picking it up as it seems like a great deal. But as i did some research i found out that the model being sold is one that requires 250 ohms. My current mobo is a Gigabyte z170xp-sli and am wondering if its...
  18. K

    Question Everyone is able to hear my sounds - even when im muting my microphone

    Hey there guys, Im legitimately at the end of my robe with this issue. Went through different computers, and headset. However I always have the same issue. Everyone can hear my sound on Discord, even when my headset is muted. I've gotten it to work a couple times, not sure how but it resets...
  19. bobjackieson

    [SOLVED] Hyperx asking amazon?

    I asked hyperx to replace my alphas because they are faulty and jsut stopped working after 32 days. But it's out of amazon's window of return, they said that amazon has a 1 year return. Is that true or just a ploy to not replace them?
  20. R

    Question mic doesnt work after win10 update

    my mic doesnt pick up sound from the outside anymore but instead it now plays my pc sounds meaning that if im in a call with someone on disc they cant hear me but they can hear my music... how can i fix this? i tried reinstalling drivers, disabling stereo mix, plugging it off and on again and...
  21. R

    Wireless headphones safe?

    Hello, I have arctis 7 wireless headphones and I am scared that the headphones will cause some type of damage to me or harm me in someway because they are wireless. are they safe, or should I switch over to wired From Ryan
  22. KaiiEatsCake

    [SOLVED] Gaming Headset or Studio Headphones for gaming?

    Hi! I'll make this quick: I have a good microphone And a bad headset (it was 15 bux on amazon) I'm getting the Rift S I edit videos I play competitive games (R6, CSGO etc...) My budget: 70 dollars (would prefer 60 tho) Pls help I've been searching for days and can't decide. I have my eyes on...
  23. destinywarlock55

    [SOLVED] Center channel and Sub not working on 7.1 Virtual Surround Sound (G430)

    Hello, This issue began recently, the center channel is extremely quiet and there's no sound coming from the sub at all, therefore audio from videos are extremely faint. I have tried running windows troubleshoot and it detected no issues. I have tried updating the headphone drivers and even...
  24. N

    Question Buzzing noise when using audio output on the back of the computer

    When my pc is on and I have my headphones plugged in to the audio output on the back of the motherboard it makes a buzzing sound. The more hardware intense the games i play are, the louder the buzzing gets. When I am on my desktop it makes a slight buzzing sound when i move my cursor. If I use...
  25. GGhosti

    [SOLVED] SteelSeries Arctis 5 | How to fix speaker/headphone/thing that won't rotate easily?

    I don't know what to call it, but it's the entire headphone (cup?) that covers the ear, the part where it's rotatable and stuff doesn't do it as easily now. (I sat on it for a split second, and I'm not a heavy person, after that it's hard to turn that side.) Worried it's not fixable, or it'll...
  26. G

    [SOLVED] Soundcard & Headphones

    So my G930 is slowly dying, went for it beause i love the wireless feature, but i came from using a soundcard and even after 4 years i still kinda miss the spectrum of sound i got from a soundcard&headset combo. So i dont care about the wireless feature anymore, just give me decent sound! So my...
  27. xxMahirxx

    [SOLVED] I cant hear on my headphones

    Hello everyone,my problem is that i had 2 speakers and they were connected to my pc with a green jack or whatever.They also had a power cable which i needed to attach to the electricity line.I could use my headphones very well then. But now i kind of sold those speakers and now i only have my...
  28. T

    [SOLVED] Help in choosing the best headphones for pc

    Hey guys! So I'm planning on buying a good headphones for pc under 140$. Ill be using them mostly for gaming and chatting in game. I've looked through a lot of options and I've zeroed in on 2 headphones. Steelseries Arctis 5 2019 Edition HyperX Cloud Alpha S I'd like to know which one is...
  29. indianpossum

    Question Why won't my headphones work on my new pc?

    I recently built my first PC. Everything works fine, other than the audio. The computer detects when I plug in my headphones, but when I actually try playing sound, it does not work. The Windows troubleshooter said "audio services not responding". I have tried updating the drivers and...
  30. M

    Question Headphones not recognized after re-plugging in I/O connectors

    Yesterday, I wanted to do a deep clean of my PC to remove dust which hasn't been removed for a while. My case (Corsair 460X) has a "tunnel" above the power supply unit. I removed part of this tunnel by unscrewing it from the back and sliding it off. In order to do this, I had to unplug the...
  31. I

    [SOLVED] Right headphone not working

    So my I have a MSI GE72VR laptop and when I'm using my headphones the right headphone doesn't work. I tried all the common things like setting as default in control panel and switching from mono to stereo, (it was already in stereo). And yes my headphones are all the way plugged in. The balance...
  32. L

    Question Wireless headphones - Audictus Leader

    Hello, I am looking for some wireless headphones that would cover my ears. They are meant for chilling, gym or just walking outside. My budget is around 50 - 70 euros. I found a pair named Audictus Leader. (Link: https://audictus.com/en/products/leader-bezprzewodowe-sluchawki-nauszne/ ). But...
  33. JustAGeeek

    Question Could this be affecting my sound quality?

    I have a Logitech G430 headset and these headphones have a volume controller on their cord. At each of its ends there is a some plastic covering the cord. A couple of weeks ago I discovered that the upper plastic is loose, while the other one is fine (it is just a little bit shaky) . I...
  34. O

    [SOLVED] DT 770 + an E10k AMP is good?

    I'm looking to upgrade my sound, been putting it off for years, from my current set up of a pair of ATH M30's and onboard/integrated audio with no dedicated sound card. What I have found to be possibly the best choices are below. beyerdynamic DT 770 PRO 80 Ohm Over-Ear Studio Headphones...
  35. MGElectro

    Question Headphones are only working on one side

    Just today my headphones stopped working on my left side, i tried moving the cable a little but it didnt work i even tried plugging them on my phone and it still was the same, any help?
  36. BobMcSmith

    [SOLVED] Subwoofer Setup Questions

    Hello! I don't know if this is even a possible thing to do, or if I'll even be able to explain this correctly but here goes: I want to set up my computer sound system to have my headphones as the playback device, but also to have my subwoofer play the bass. I have a Behringer U-Phoria UMC 404...
  37. I

    Question Will my Roland Rubix 22 support 250ohm headphones?

    So the issue is, i have no clue how this whole ohm thing works, i‘ve heard that it may work on some audio interfaces and on some it may require a separat amp, issue is, i literally don‘t know how to check if my audio interface can output to 250ohms or not Audio interface: Roland Rubix 22...
  38. T

    [SOLVED] Good Headphones.

    So Heyo, not sure if this is the right place to post it or not. Kinda new here, but here goes anyway. So I recently broke my cheap 20 dollar headset for gaming and am looking to replace them with a new one and wanted some suggestions. I already have an actual microphone and dont want one on...
  39. J

    [SOLVED] Does my computer AND headphones need bluetooth 5.0 to work?

    So after lots of research, I've found that when using a bluetooth headset on Windows, you cannot have both A2DP and HFP at the same time. After reading a bit about Bluetooth 5.0, it looks like it supports the broadcasting to up to two devices to a time. I have a pair of Bose QuietComfort II...
  40. J

    [SOLVED] My Bluetooth headphones won't connect voice anymore

    When I connect my bluetooth headphones to my computer, it says connected music but no longer says voice. As a result I hear audio but the microphone on it does not work. I have tried removing and adding the device multiple times and saw no change. This problem began when I accidentally removed...