Astro Mixamp USB ONLY Connection to your PS5 - GT Canada

We have covered a lot of different setups so far. This is for the guys that don't have an optical option at all, and do NOT want to sacrifice the visual quality.
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[@JIMELLINGTON]

This is one of the most helpfull videos ever, i was hesitant on buying some astros because i did not wanted to lose the 4k 120fps feature, no i am convinced, thank you soooooo much

[@luthersays8832]

for me it doesn't even let me connect to the ps5. The mic amp is on. But it won't connect

[@G-O-N-x]

Apart from the 120 Hz problem, there is 2 others solutions to have a better audio: -Buy a optical/hdmi splitter if your TV doesn't have an optical port -Plug your optical cable to you TV and the hdmi to your console You'll get Dolby audio by doing that, at least on PS4, it should work the same on PS5.

[@GearsAndTech]

Thank for stopping by I actually made a video with both those setups as well. And ran through the pros and cons of that

[@G-O-N-x]

@@GearsAndTech Yep, juste saw your other video after commenting, gonna watch it

[@GAMES-gf4xz]

great video, you clarified all my doubts, I only have one question: Do you know if an update or something was released to be able to use the presets saved in the astro command center app on my ps5 with usb, I am not interested in dolby atmos I just want to be able to use the prests from the app

[@GearsAndTech]

I'm sorry, I don't know the answer to this question

[@THE_RAMALAMADINGDONG]

My fix was digging out my hyper x cloud revolver S usb dongle plugging that into the ps5, powering the mixamp pro with a cellphone charger using a double female 3.5 going from the USB dongle to mixamp MP3 input and plugging headphones into mixamp pro....and it sounds really dam good considering...

[@onetwotrippz207]

3D audio sounds weird. I turned it off and it sounds normal Also very informative/straight to the point/understandable videos cheers

[@GearsAndTech]

thanks for stopping by. I agree about the 3D audio. I prefer the dolby

[@lima5421]

I have an astro mix amp tr. I bought a 120hz optical/hdmi splitter. Everything works perfect for me, I get 1080p @ 120z with my 144hz monitor with HDR upscaled. I'm using a Benq ex2510.

[@campeaovoltou9915]

That's very nice that everything works. Did you buy the splitter from Astro?

[@lima5421]

@@campeaovoltou9915 No the Astro splitter only supports 60hz. Search for 120hz optical/hdmi splitter on Amazon.

[@campeaovoltou9915]

@@lima5421 There's so many brands which one did you get?

[@debizzle3]

Which one did you purchase of Amazon

[@ps3Rambo21]

@@lima5421 bro thats a 60 Hz converter

[@Soyunh]

Great video. It helped me a lot. Thank you so much.

[@GearsAndTech]

thanks for stopping by.

[@miguelveloso3105]

Any device adapter hdmi optical 120hz 4k ?

[@basnash897]

Don’t you also lose significantly in sound quality when plugging directly to controller?

[@GearsAndTech]

The preferred method is to use the optical connector if sound quality is important to you. If for some reason you can only use the USB method then it is preferred over the controller. Controller should be your very last resort.

[@Luisramos-ue2ue]

Isn’t there an update for the mix amp where u can use all of the presets and Dolby using usb. I’ve been looking into this and people are just updating it on the Astro command center and it’s solving all of their issues

[@Luisramos-ue2ue]

I’m having mic issues ( lagging and cutting out) with my a40s only when it’s connected to the mix amp and it works perfectly fine when it’s connected to the jack of the controller so if there is an update, this can solve my problems

[@GearsAndTech]

No update currently for mixamp that enables everything through usb. It needs the optical signal for surround to work

[@SEliteGuitarist]

That update was for Xbox Series X/S only. Sony hasn't bought the Dolby Access license which would allow Dolby audio over USB

[@GearsAndTech]

Unlikely to happen either as Sony wants to force everyone to use their proprietary 3d sound. Even though it's garbage

[@rkelez]

I’ve been researching this for the past few hours. All the hoopla about the hdmi/optical splitter is kind of foobar. Thanks for breaking this down so clearly. The ps5 doesn’t natively support Dolby atmos so even when you go through the mixamp for Dolby, it’s just a fake up mix as opposed to native. In that case I’d rather choose Sony’s native 3d audio since it’s actually native. And then I still have control over chat game audio mix via the native UI, without using a lossy signal like optical for audio. Obviously I’d choose native atmos support over Sony’s weird 3d audio, but we’re stuck til Sony opens their’ wallet for certification on that. Unlike xbox. I suppose it’s a fair play to question whether Astro’s mixing capabilities are superior to the native 3d audio support on the ps5. But functionally, the usb sounds like it gives me everything I need for a superior chat experience, which is what i want from a headset. I’ve got a very high end audio system for single player games so I’d never touch the headset for those.

[@kingjulien-]

How come my microphone doesn’t work when plugged into the mix amp but when headset is plugged into controller it works?

[@GearsAndTech]

Mixamp settings are not right

[@four2kay455]

So what i have to use in usb mode? Linear pcm,bitstream Dolby or bitstream dts?

[@GearsAndTech]

Bitstream Dolby

[@BrandonWilliams-qu2fo]

Anyone suggestions for the ACC not working properly on my PC? It won’t recognize my mixamp

[@Eatachii]

Does the sound quality stay the same on both the usb method and using the hdmi adapter from astrogaming?

[@GearsAndTech]

Yes and no Stereo mode sounds the same But you won't get Dolby mode with usb, so the hdmi splitter makes all the difference there

[@Eatachii]

@@GearsAndTech alright thanks man

[@johndoe3485]

If you buy a brand new astro a50 or a40 will it be mad to just work without needing any video help?

[@GearsAndTech]

for most people it will work right out of the box.

[@thedarksideoftheforce6658]

The direction of footsteps is more accurate in 3d audio but it lacks bass big time. It doesn't have the fullness of the astro that I like. I wish astro would do an update.

[@GearsAndTech]

surprising to hear that. I found the opposite to be true. at least when comparing 3d vs Dolby. But if you are doing USB only connection, then I prefer 2 ch audio from the astros over 3d audio.

[@mattclements1348]

Optical for audio is the only way to go

[@GearsAndTech]

Agreed

[@machoman694]

Thank you so much for this! Now i can buy a 4k 120hz monitor :)

[@GearsAndTech]

Glad I could help!

[@Pr0ject2]

But you lose dolby audio and 3d audio sounds afwul

[@Pr0ject2]

@@GearsAndTech am I right?

[@GearsAndTech]

Yes you are right. I don't like 3d audio. I was going to do an updated video on 3d audio. Possibly this week. I prefer Dolby

[@Pr0ject2]

@@GearsAndTech honestly I've been looking and looking and it just seems like there's no way to have the good sound quality of dolby AND 4K120. I'm wanting to upgrade my monitor to 2.1 but decent surround sound quality is much more important. I'm currently stuck with a 4k60 monitor and astro a50s with the adapter. I refuse to downgrade to a 1080p monitor so I can have 120fps and dolby. It'll be like going back 10 years in technology! Currently looking at usb sound cards but not sure if they'll work

[@imperfectly-balanced8861]

Hey GT! Firstly thanks for sharing so much info and constant replying to questions! I've read many comments and trying to understand what i should do in terms of setting up my astros with my ps5.. I've got the astro a40 tr gen 4, and using a benQ monitor ( no optical output). What would you suggest i do to get the best sound out of the ps5 / headsets? I'm guessing the hdmi optical adapter is the best option but thought I'd ask which adapter you recommend if so? Many thanks bro ✌

[@GearsAndTech]

Yes, hdmi optical adapter. I have links in the description for some. Otherwise try swapping to a monitor that has optical out. That would be most ideal

[@imperfectly-balanced8861]

@@GearsAndTech awesome, thank you man! I think I'll get the adaptor for now, just because the monitor is really awesome besides not having optical, and need to save up for a better one along with a pc. I'll check out those adapters thanks

[@AstronomicalAdventur]

Thanks GT!! I was going to buy the adapter but alot of reviews are saying not too as it runs very warmly and has even cut people's video off because of how warm it gets. It's ashame our only option now is to do the two methods you have shown. Do you think something else can be be done in the future or will we have to buy a whole new headset to get surround sound.

[@GearsAndTech]

I did make another video showing a different option. If your TV has optical out, you can skip the adapter and still get surround sound

[@Alyssaaldc3105]

Got this a few months. It allows for optical sound and still get 1440p 120hz on series x. Lots of companies say they can run 120hz but this one really works

[@DidItToYou]

So I heard on the Astro a50 in the base station there’s a micro usb and plugging that into the station and into a PlayStation 5 will give surround sound instead of using a optical cable. Is this true?

[@GearsAndTech]

It's not true. None of the astros support surround sound through usb only On the xbox you can do it, but that's through the use of a 3rd party add on. Ps5 must have optical connection for surround sound In usb mode you can turn on 3d sound which will be a simulated surround. But it's not worth the trade off

[@SupaBuma]

Now, with the new Firmware that dropped on 9/15, does all this still hold true? I ask because I know that the 3D audio functionality has been upgraded/changed from the update.

[@GearsAndTech]

The updates to 3d audio are that it works on a tv with 2 speakers now as well. Everything in this video is still relevant with respect to using an astro headset or other USB based headset. Hope it helped

[@focusmoe_]

Why dont you ever show it with the Gen 2 mixamp

[@iancheang1003]

What if i use a USB switch for my astro A50 wireless, is that possible to switch between PC/PS5 without unplug the USB jack every time? thanks mate

[@GearsAndTech]

I guess in theory that should work.

[@mohaalbishr1262]

Im having an issue with my A50 that i have to switch the sound from my headset to Tv manually every time.. Do you know a way to fix it?

[@GearsAndTech]

It has to do with how your system boots up. I actually have to do that too. In my case it defaults to my Strikepack 'USB Headset', then I have to switch it to astro usb.

[@harrymejia8508]

Question. When using the mixamp with a usb plugged to the PS5 the sound quality is probably less than average. If I take the same usb and plug to pc the sound quality is amazing and all the modes work but mic does not work. How can I have that quality on my ps5 ?

[@GearsAndTech]

interesting question. Im not sure why you notice a quality difference. The usb is really only carrying power to the mixamp, and the mic audio to the PS5. Try one of the other usb ports perhaps? Or, pay attention to the sound profile its on when plugged into the PC. Possibly you are defaulting to a different profile on the PC connection which makes it sound better?

[@harrymejia8508]

@@GearsAndTech yea I tried all that. I did found it weird that connecting the usb from ps5 to pc made such a huge difference.

[@Poor_Potato21]

I missed the upload lmao but amazing video

[@ivanparrazales4269]

Does the white (Xbox) mixamp work on the ps5 via the hdmi converter?

[@GearsAndTech]

You will be able to get sound through the Xbox one, but you will not get chat audio working. The Xbox mixamp doesn't support chat audio the same as ps4 one. I would not recomend trying to get that one working

[@justintrujillo8483]

When I use just the USB connection then the microphone is deafening loud to where it’s not usable. Is there a fix for this or is a straight to controller the only solution?

[@GearsAndTech]

You can plug the mixamp into your pc, there is a gain adjustment you can setup to turn it down more. That will allow the setting in the ps5 to be set to the mid/low setting and be ok.

[@justintrujillo8483]

@@GearsAndTech I have a gen 1 mix amp that they don’t support with their software or website any more

[@GearsAndTech]

We have the same problem with the two we have. With the mic all the way down its still fine. There is distortion, but it's not loud, just distorted

[@justintrujillo8483]

@@GearsAndTech Okay thanks for the help. If i find any fixes i’ll let you knw

[@Rallie_86]

Is this video still up to date? I saw they pushed an update for ps5 using only usb instead of the hdmi/optical inputs

[@GearsAndTech]

I haven't seen any updates to how surround sound is passed through usb. I'll do some digging today. If anything has changed I'll make a new video My gut says Sony will never push surround sound through usb. They want everyone to switch to 3d audio. If they make it easy for surround setups then people are less likely to switch to the 3d sound.

[@t.f.t.6]

If the usb port has the same sound quality there is no need to optical port most of home theaters now work with hdmi

[@GearsAndTech]

When on usb you lose the Dolby surround. You can only have stereo or Sony's 3d audio. I have tested all 3 sound options and feel mixamp with optical input is currently the best configuration. 3d sound through usb is a good alternative to stereo sound, but it can't beat Dolby sound

[@t.f.t.6]

@@GearsAndTech if you use mixamp with optical port without dolby and use mixamp throw usb port without dolby , is there any difference in sound quality ?

[@GearsAndTech]

If you are considering using mixamp NOT in Dolby mode then usb setup will be fine. I didn't spend any time testing the stereo sound with optical input, but I would say the difference would be very small and not worth the down side

[@t.f.t.6]

When switch from optical port to usb you sacrifice mixer feature just or also sound quality ? regardless dolby feature

[@GearsAndTech]

Personally I feel you lose sound quality too. The USB port sends an already decoded sound. The mixamp is just amplifying it and playing it When using optical you still get the mixamp decoding which sounds better to me It's a very subjective topic though. So everyone will have a different opinion

[@t.f.t.6]

@@GearsAndTech usb port can either send analog audio or digital audio even with 7 channels to run dolby sound by mixamp but why this not happen ? I think mixamp need software update or the console need or maybe something else

[@GearsAndTech]

The ps5 doesn't send Dolby signal over USB. They didn't in ps4 either. On Ps5 they won't. They want you to use 3d audio

[@t.f.t.6]

@@GearsAndTech the quastion is why they force people to use 3d audio ?

[@GearsAndTech]

Sony has always been at war for formats. Look back in history. Betamax Digital audio tape (DAT) MINIDISK (a version of this was used for psp games Memory stick (also used on psp) Blu-ray And now 3D audio They have used consoles to help push the format because we don't buy the console because of the format, but it increases the install base so they can strong arm others to buy licensing rights Thats why they won't allow Dolby digital over USB. They want the world to switch to 3d audio on 2 speaker form factors (headphones and tv speakers) Surround sound still goes through hdmi because your audio receiver for home theater can grab the signal over that media

[@OmarRivera-rt5kg]

I’m trying to connect my a50 with the mixamp

[@elliotandersson8302]

Is it possible to connect a regular usb amp, so that I can get enough power to my dt770's?

[@GearsAndTech]

Yes. You can use a regular USB amp

[@elliotandersson8302]

@@GearsAndTech Ok, but how? When I connect my ifi hip dac to the back USB ports it won't work! Maybe this amp doesn't work, it's a female usb port to usb A btw. Btw: is it any way to connect an old receiver from the 90s to the ps5 (or my tv)? If it's not possible to connect a regular amp/dac! It would be soo great to be able to use my dt770's with enough power:)

[@GearsAndTech]

You would have to make sure the USB amp is ps5 compatible. If it works on ps4 it likely works on Ps5. They seem to cross over like that Next best option is hdmi audio extractor. You can use rca or optical connection to go to any amp you like then

[@elliotandersson8302]

@@GearsAndTech Well, then it's not compatible because it didn't work on PS4 neither (: Now this amp/dac is not optical, so can I use an HDMI extractor to connect my old super bulky receiver which use rca?

[@GearsAndTech]

Yes. The hdmi audio extractor just needs to have rca jacks as well. Some do, some don't. Just buy one that does.

[@codybroussard186]

do you still get surround sound and best headphone volume with just doing the usb? no optical?

[@GearsAndTech]

No. You get stereo sound only when using USB mode

[@codybroussard186]

Is it much of a difference? All i play is call of duty surround sound is must have.

[@GearsAndTech]

Yes it is a huge difference. I prefer to play with surround sound on

[@codybroussard186]

What splitter would you recommend, wait for the astro one to order in or do walmart ones work fine? Also i need it for 4k only 60

[@GearsAndTech]

Amazon has decent ones for cheap. Just triple check the specs and if it doesn't do 4k 60 return it for a different one

[@111585sandman]

How would this work with artics pro plus dac

[@GearsAndTech]

It would be a waste to hookup your arctis pro like this. You would want to follow my instructions on hooking up astro headphones for full sound

[@SajiZee]

Is there a way to stop my own voice coming out from the headphones on ps5?

[@GearsAndTech]

Make sure the mic on the ps5 controller is off.

[@SajiZee]

@@GearsAndTech i used a ps4 scuf. Cant figure out any other way??

[@GearsAndTech]

In the ps5 controller there is an orange button below the ps5 button. Push that. It's probbaly on

[@SajiZee]

@@GearsAndTech I don't use a Ps5 Controller bro.....

[@Buff_And_Stuff12]

Tried this last night. Party chat was saying they can hear game audio in chat. Any fixes ?

[@GearsAndTech]

Make sure your ps5 controller mic is off.

[@Buff_And_Stuff12]

@@GearsAndTech thank you so much !

[@GearsAndTech]

Did that work?

[@Buff_And_Stuff12]

@@GearsAndTech currently at work. I was playing on my hitbox and talking to people in a party chat and they said they could hear game audio

[@Buff_And_Stuff12]

@@GearsAndTech nope still makes all the nouae

[@Slamdunk-vf9wn]

Anybody know if this works with their 4k 120 tv?

[@GearsAndTech]

Yes it would

[@emilylove7250]

Okay so how many game does it hold on your device are you allowed to watch movies and shows on there like Netflix and Hulu?

[@GearsAndTech]

Yes the ps5 works with Netflix Disney+ and amazon video

[@emilylove7250]

@@GearsAndTech the game is system has really come a long way I remember it where are you could do was playing games on the PlayStation anyway you can watch Play Station list by putting in a CD

[@elmondark]

I'm kind of screwed i guess. I don't get any signal when plugging PS5 HDMI->Splitter->TV. And sound mixer don't show up as USB device in output. And I only get sound if mixer is connected to controller, which kind of ruins the whole point, since you can just plug headset to controller for the same thing. My headphones have volume slider anyway, so don't need mixer for that. I tried your other video with optical cable and such, but no signal. And even if i set audio settings, and listen without TV signal, i still can't get dolby Button to work. 🤷‍♂️ And nothing seems to work without plugging into controller - and all these fucking cables are driving me crazy 😡 Why is it such a fucking mess to get this shit to work.

[@GearsAndTech]

I know it sounds simple, but make sure your connected to the correct INPUT on the HDMI splitter from the PS5, and OUTPUT goes to TV If that was backwards it would cause the issues you explain. Also, try to do the USB only connection first. If its not even working, then try a different USB cable, or a different port on the PS5. You may also have to do an update on the MIxamp. I didnt have to, but when I checked it I was running the latest FW which was a couple years old. Maybe youre on an old one that doesnt work?

[@Legend-hn2jo]

This video was super long and pointless. Here guys I’ll tell you in 10 seconds how it works with no adapter. Plug a optical cable from mixamp to tv and usb power from mix amp to ps5 boom works 100% full Dolby no issues. Your welcome

[@GearsAndTech]

Thanks for stopping by. For some people like yourself this is really easy. Unfortunately it's not that easy for everyone

[@pabloepifanio3550]

Can you explain more

[@pabloepifanio3550]

Should you configure tv for Dolby?

[@GearsAndTech]

This video will explain the tv connection and settings kzbin.info/www/bejne/jILEhJiFbbR7jaM

[@pabloepifanio3550]

@@GearsAndTech thanks so much. My tv says that only passthrough when connected hdmi arc. It does have an optical output. Could you just let me know if technically it should be a configuration to let the audio pass from the ps5 through the tv in the format less processed by the tv so my mixamp does the magic? Thanks very very helpful all your vids!!

[@etiennebland8873]

No way that device cost a lot of money how did you ever pay for it ?

[@GearsAndTech]

They are expensive new. But can be had for under $100 as a set used

[@etiennebland8873]

@@GearsAndTech oh my gosh that's a lot of money you must be rich or have a really good job lol🤣

[@GearsAndTech]

Just trying to survive just like the other guys

[@etiennebland8873]

@@GearsAndTech oh yeah where you in the Army?

[@GearsAndTech]

No. I just like keeping my hair short. Saves on shampoo