Sound BlasterX G6 Gaming Dac & Amp - YOU NEED THIS!!! Tested on all gaming platforms

Reviewing the Sound BlasterX G6 amp/dac. Tested on PC, PS4, Xbox One, Mac, with music, games and video.
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[@RichAbe23]

He’s not overhyping this thing... it is that good! It shines like no other with games and movies but is absolutely amazing for music. With a very good hi-fi set of cans and you will be transported.

[@nosir5241]

What hi-fi headphones would you recommend?

[@chrisbosh7033]

Better than Astro mixamp ?

[@Epicjaack]

I am using Beyerdynamic 990 pro open cans

[@marcuswiththecurls600rr]

@@chrisbosh7033 that's what I just switched from. Game one headset with Astro Mix amp Pro to G6 With HD58X it's pretty crazy the difference in sound for games and most definitely for Music

[@look2christ777]

@@chrisbosh7033 Way, way better. Not even comparable.

[@ralphbryant8178]

Thank you. I love KZbin and this channel I need this product ordering tomorrow. Can’t wait

[@renerespicio2813]

These frequent uploads are crazy awesome! Techne’s really on the grind ⚙️

[@TheTechne]

thank you! man that gear emoji the the best ;)

[@manister6418]

Can't wait until you blow up and get 1 mil. I think you deserve it. These reviews rival larger channels!

[@TheTechne]

wow 1 mill, wow!

[@michaelthompson9798]

Just got this on a VG deal here in Australia. I've starting replaying some older and newer game titles using the Sound Blaster XG6 and my Sennheiser HD58 X Jubilee headphones and its like I'm playing these for the first time in almost a cinematic sound experience and as Techne mentioned, you feel like your part of that world of the game you're playing, hearing and it's weird to say, but also feeling the sound which is amazing and immersive!!!!!! Well done to Techne for this great review, but also well done to Sound Blaster for this excellent product too. :) Cheers from Australia

[@TheWIldGoose27]

Great comment on your part also great little review I wasn’t sure if this was the right amp for me but it sounds like it cheers from the U.S

[@bryanortiz1143]

@@TheWIldGoose27 what are you thoughts now on the amp and what headphones your using with it? am thinking on buying this exact amp but i’ve heard mixed reviews about it

[@TheWIldGoose27]

@@bryanortiz1143 I plan on getting it soon, personally I've heard sound blaster is a good audio brand so it's really just up to what headphones you have or want to get.

[@bryanortiz1143]

@@TheWIldGoose27 Thanks am honestly between the x3 or the g6 to pair them with some Dt990 pro beyerdynamics. am still searching to see wish amp i get😂

[@TheWIldGoose27]

@@bryanortiz1143 check out the iFi Zen Dac I think you would like that

[@sqm2009]

Best review I watched for soundblaster G6 . Thank you

[@TheTechne]

thank you!!

[@jackdaniels6515]

@@TheTechne Do you think pairing this with my ATHm50x would be worth it?

[@TheTechne]

@@jackdaniels6515 100% yes!!

[@stefanheiler2329]

I was blown away by the sound quality immediately. I like to record music and I also have a Focusrite 2i2, the G6 is even better. Best investment in a long time.

[@BobRooney290]

i was disappointed to find out it will NOT output dolby digital and dts through optical out via usb connected to PC (passthrough). who does this? its like they took 1 step forward and 100 steps back.

[@TheTechne]

The settings you set on PC will save to the G6, and carry over when using on a console! Also the best headset to pair up with this coming soon ;)

[@RimCheck]

When's the video at the headset coming. I am waiting to buy the head set.

[@mackenziewhite637]

@@RimCheck kzbin.info/www/bejne/jIbLqqmJasZnfrM

[@GotYaWired]

Did you get endorsements from Creative Sound for this review? Or was it a genuine rewiew?

[@TheTechne]

@@GotYaWired I wish I got endorsements from any company, lol! I think I'm still a bit to small of a KZbinr for that, lol!

[@sqm2009]

I'm waiting for that video . I hope it will be DT990 pro 300 ohms 🤤 bc i had it already.

[@kraziivan_]

*puts into toaster* HOLY SMOKES IT DOES WORK ON EVERYTHING!

[@jasonemanuel9070]

Voice chat is not supported on the Xbox one,so no it does not!

[@IzunaGaiden]

Soo amazing video... just bought one. Thank you.

[@1t0ns0up]

Great review Techne! If you can pin this post there one VERY important note about using the G6's optical connection with any console device at has optical out. You MUST set the primary audio output to optical and more importantly set the audio format to Bitstream Dolby (If prompted, select 5.1 ch). It is a NIGHT and DAY difference with the surround sound immersion (directional queue and distance) for PS4 and PS3 (but you also have to enable SBX surround (00:04:10) using the software on PC and set it anywhere that works best for you (Personally I set surround to 65). The G6 can also be powered by the PS3/4's usb port which also enables mic input. No need for usb wall plug. The games I noticed the biggest surround effect were most FPS games I played (Apex Legends, CoDs, Battlefields) heck even Batman Arkham series. You will seriously have an audible advantage in competitive shooters with this amp. Scout mode may make footsteps abit louder but SBX surround lets you hear where it's coming from. It's crazy good, the sound design that developers put into some games and this G6 amp just takes surround to another level of immersion when connected/setup properly.

[@justinw9455]

I just received these in the mail, I updated the sound card on pc then hooked it up to ps4 via optical output and USB and put it on max settings holy crap wow. Amazing. I'm using hyperx cloud alpha BTW.(be sure to set it on chat audio)

[@SW-sp8se]

I have the same headset as you and have been thinking about getting this amp for my PS4. I don’t have a pc to alter the settings, do you know if it will work ok without connecting it to the software?

[@Adrian-he5zs]

@@SW-sp8se idk if u still need this info but I you can alter setting with your phone with the app if u don't have a pc.

[@SW-sp8se]

@@Adrian-he5zs thanks for taking the time to reply, it worked without any software. I didn’t realise there was an app though, I will see if I can find it So I can change profiles. Thanks.

[@mannie9418]

Thanks for the video! But I have a question? Can you Connect this item to a audio interface like Arturia AudioFuse?

[@Sl0th150]

Is this better than buying the gamedac from SteelSeries and would it be able to be used with my SteelSeries arctis pro wireless? I just bought that after watching your review off those. Thank you in advance and for posting such awesome content!

[@JeyVGaming]

Just bought this amp/dac to pair with the DT 990 Pro. Can't wait to see how immersive it'll feel..

[@bartololeo7411]

i’m about to get that exact setup! how was your experience?

[@nickgarcia1292]

A bit of an older video but been using arctis 5 headphones, so would you not recommend this for my headset? I also read in the comments you said the arctis pros dont need a dac.. so would you pair any steelseries headsets with this dac? Thanks!

[@Dejv89]

I use gx6 s with beyerdynamic mmx3 2gen and it's a great combo that nothing beats, before that I had hyperx orbit s and it's comparable, while hyperx were magnetoplanar hearing aids with great sound, unfortunately the processing quality is tragic/plastic and often breaks

[@craig260691]

What's everyones favorite settings, just got the G6 today, loving it so far playing on R6 Siege and BF1 but have no idea which settings to change?

[@Nuck-Fo0bZz]

I saw an optical in and out. Could i use this dac with the Astro A20's for better spatial awareness? I have the module for the a20's but i dont have the MixAmp

[@rod01]

What I'd like to know is if it's worth it for me. Because I have an acer nitro i7 that uses a built-in Realtek ALC295 @ Intel Comet Lake PCH-LP - cAVS card. Will Creative Sound BlasterX G6 be far superior to Realtek ALC295? What do you think? My interest is only movies and music, mp3 and flac.

[@llamarvasquez1803]

Would this DAC work good with the Astro a40s? Also Would you recommend something louder headphones with deep bass for this DAC? Thanks

[@xehn]

if I had any extra money I'd get one, awesome video by the way :)

[@TheTechne]

thank you! this amp/dac is well worth saving up for!

[@ruthlesshonor3088]

So if it works on Xbox one, how do you use it to talk with someone. Or will the mic part not work with Xbox one?

[@ihemanthkarthik]

Hi Techne! Could you please do a review on Creative BlasterX H6 gaming headphones!

[@NicolasGonzalez-rw1uh]

Hi, great review!. Would you recommend using this with some Steelseries arctis pro? Thanks

[@TheTechne]

no the arctis pro's are good as is

[@ColtonC5762]

Would the 24 bit amp work with Beyerdynamic dt 990 pro headphones?

[@Taniwha82]

Do you recommend these with the corsair virtuoso XT? I brought these headphones due to your review

[@bogmirkovic8219]

Can you tell which mic you were using with the sound blaster when you were showing the mic effects in software?

[@orlandoalicea5432]

Can’t wait to use mine after this deployment, thanks for the review, now I know I don’t just give away my money.

[@TheTechne]

its really amazing! you're going to love it!

[@orlandoalicea5432]

The Techne I also bought the 58X jubilee so will see how that combo works together

[@TheTechne]

@@orlandoalicea5432 nice! I bet that is going to be a very nice combo. I'll have a video out hopefully today, with the headset I paired up with it, and oh man, it is so so nice from comfort to sound! A+++

[@orlandoalicea5432]

The Techne I bet you do, thank you so much for all the info you’re the best.

[@TheTechne]

@@orlandoalicea5432 thank you for watching! and you all are the best!!!

[@BobRooney290]

fyi, the optical out will NOT pass through 5.1 dts and dolby digital via usb from pc (connected to optical on home theater receiver).

[@beefee9381]

Forget the giveaway .. this is quality content 👍✌

[@ItzTheDay]

Just an FYI for Xbox users that this can be used with party chat, but not game chat. Usually people who use DAC's/mixamps have a desk set up. What you have to do is hook up the G6 via optical to your xbox, G6 to your PC via USB and use the Xbox PC app to use part chat. Works with the Series S & X also but you'll needs an HDMI audio extractor to get optical, or use your TV optical output.

[@wrecklessKane]

Or just plug the 3.5mm jack of your controller into the "Line In" port, and voila, game chat or part chat. But you will need a splitter to split the audio and mic ports with the controller 3.5mm jack, then use the mic of your choice with the remaining mic port.

[@ItzTheDay]

@@wrecklessKane doesn't work. I've tried it, I had Creative support look into this and it doesn't work that way.

[@braedonsrantsmore2482]

So I could for example invite people to party on Xbox one and talk there. but wouldn't be able to in like overwatch like chat in game to speak to teammates I normally don't use mic on there this ping but would like to have option if I ever wanted to use it.

[@braedonsrantsmore2482]

Also I heard through optical you can't adjust volume knob on dac can you still somehow turn volume up and down like you would this going through controller

[@kalel350z2]

Can you pls do a review on their headset? The soundblaster H6 Thanks! 🙌🏽💯

[@S.D1010]

I have the creative omnisound 5.1 .. is this much better? Is it worth upgrading?

[@jjhc2974]

hello Techne from korea, any thought about this stuff vs ifi zen dac v2? for gaming of course, but for other uses like music, movie, etc , in general... having headache choosing one.... I would love to buy both and try myself, but of course have budget problem, so....

[@gregwhiteart2696]

I don’t need a headphone amp. I’m looking to simply run out of tv via optica cable and into my powered monitors via xlr. What dac would I need?? Thanks!!

[@dadjoedragon]

Hello I have a quick question for ya . What kind of head set do you recommend on the sound blaster. Please keep in mine. I’m not balking with money

[@crate718]

This is a good question can you connect a 3.5mm cable to a controller? It’s doesn’t look like a regular optical

[@shanefields196]

Will this be able to support my speakers via 3.5mm and a pair of headphones?

[@AllanKidz]

can i use logitech pro x 's 2in1 wire plug in (H.port&M.port)? any problem effect will be bad sound? and one more question is at the same time Line/Optical Out can i plug in my razer leviathan 5.1??

[@Dangnilo]

The SBX G6 sounds better when it's on it's own power, with optical in. My Mac and PS4 both work fine on usb, but sound is better when the card is not being taken over by an external OS. Another thing to mention, if Dolby Digital is thrown at it you MUST use the SBX button ON to get the surround working, when you're sending stereo through anything turn OFF the SBX for better sound.

[@hua2726]

Hi, so its sound better when is with optical? Power the G6 and then connect with Optical to PC?

[@hedonismbot3274]

@@hua2726 that is what i wanted to know. Just got it 5min ago. My pc has a optical out. Any advice ?

[@audie-cashstack-uk4881]

No it doesn't usb is best feed not optical

[@brentt8940]

Hey mate your reviews are awesome ! How do you compare to g3?? Like g6 is so much more expansive and I want a plug and play dac for ps4. I’m willing to spend more if it greatly improves sound/soundstage etc. but if only a little I think g3 will suit me. Ps I only been using plugging dt 990 into controller

[@b00gernater64]

I own g3 its a great value and is really user friendly... great options for expanding the sound stage with you average headsets within the 20-20k hz range makes them crisp clear and loud 👌... and you get 7.1 5.1 if you like that sound stage and its not bad like other 7.1's

[@alterablebark54]

Is it possible to have 2 inputs at once, like usb and optical outputing at the same time?

[@ALDEHAAN]

Is it possible to use this to hear both PS4 and Mac audio through your headphones at the same time?

[@TacitcalThrower]

You're the man!!!! Watch alot of your videos and one of the most in depth channels! Thanks man. About to order this.

[@TheTechne]

thank you so much for the kind words! and so glad to hear I was able to help out!! your going to love the G6!

[@sudheerumbayi8997]

Nice presentation. Need help!! Two different dac with different frequency response.. help me to choose the better one. 20Hz-20KHz, +/-0.25dB 10 Hz to 80 kHz, +0/‒3 dB Thanks in advance.

[@theSINGINGjaysmoove]

Can you chat with people while using this amp? I brought one and I can't talk in parties no one can hear me please help

[@joealonzo4516]

Thank you, Great review!! I was wondering if this would work with a blue yeti mic on a PS4.

[@Oggietech]

If blue yeti is 3.5mm then yes.

[@TheOriginalMfew]

If the mic usb maybe

[@wokened]

Should i get the g5 and save a few bucks or is the g6 a lot better, for the beyerdynamic dt 990 pros 250 ohm

[@hawaiian-cerveza]

Yeah but for xbox chat can't be used. Need to use windows on pc (no mac app except ipad and iphone) or use an antlion mic to pmug directly into the 3.5mm aux jack.

[@AngellYT]

Could you review the Drevo Tyrfying V2. It’s a $45 keyboard with outemu blue, brown, black, and red switches. It has all keyboard layouts.TKL. RGB. It also has macros

[@TheTechne]

this is just about the exact same thing kzbin.info/www/bejne/qaDEiJuApteBlbM

[@bluegang3]

If you had to choose between this and the X3 which one would recommend when it comes to exclusive PC-usage?

[@TheTechne]

it would depend on what headset/headphones I was using and what budget I was in. me personally I would probably go the X3 due to the lower price, simplicity of use, and has just enough for me.

[@Boostedbeard]

Loving the reviews. Have you tried USB->PC But use optical with xbox? Would that work to get both sources for say streamers? Also is that a round optical port? Thx

[@TheTechne]

I wouldn't thing so, because the usb powers the unit for xbox use. yes it is round, but the optical cable is very long.

[@Boostedbeard]

@@TheTechne To be clear tho you lose mic function on xbox. Is that correct?

[@TheTechne]

@@Boostedbeard hmmm, not sure about that one. as xbox doesn't say if a mic is connected or not like ps4.

[@Dorfess]

When i click to amazon link it takes me to a Creative Sound Blaster G3 not G6

[@GibusGang]

actually i just have a friend come over and imitate the sounds for me

[@WavyVaporizers]

Would this work on series x with a audio extractor? I'm trying to find a amp/dac that can allow me to voice chat online as well as make my gaming audio louder than just plugging in my headset to a controller.

[@sasankdas9158]

Is this good with Hyperx Cloud Alpha S?

[@nakana6693]

Are you able to use the blue yeti with this on Xbox without any accessories

[@PickemMMA]

I decided to go ahead and buy the G5 model to see how it improves my gaming audio :)

[@MrDdwdwddw]

can this be used to get party chat on a stream with an elGato?

[@MrRomanrin]

I LOVE THE APP !! :o

[@SmoothieOperative]

Techne I love your positive energy dude! Keep smiling and keep reviewing!

[@TheTechne]

:)

[@alphaweeb1568]

I love this review!! I just want to know, how does this compare to the mayflower ARC?

[@TheTechne]

never tested the Arc, but hey this one is 100$ cheaper! lol

[@ELSA-ex4ph]

The arc is over priced stero amp dac it’s dac is boring and somewhat clean but not worth the asking price

[@christophernobile1209]

I'm picking it up today! Once you have great audio, cant go back.

[@menswearhous]

I just got a E10K for $75....should I return it and get the G6 for $150? I only play FPS games on PC

[@dude9237]

What is SBX mode. Should I have this setting enabled if I am using these for gaming?

[@karbonkevin919]

If I set some audio setting on the SBX mode on a pc, will the settings be the same and carry through an xbox and playstation?

[@peupeuguy310]

heard there was sound cutting out issues , anyone else had issues or known if it got fixed ?

[@toolanddie9789]

I only play call of duty so i need to hear the footsteps. Should i go for the g6 or the ifi zen dac v2 and amp?

[@cursedmonkey1033]

I'm a bit confused if anyone can help me. The optical line in is round, but the optical cable on my Ps4 isn't. Its not that shape.

[@rixery]

Can you use this to hear pc and ps5 audio simultaneously?

[@alphanate5087]

Would this work with a Xbox One series X?? Also wanted to pair this with the Beyerdynamic DT990 pros

[@jameslund221]

Do you need a Splitter for the head set mic

[@notreally2257]

What is the purpose of the Line/Optical Out port? Is it for mic out audion?

[@armandohernandez1879]

The soundblasterx can be connect to the ps4 via 3.5mm or only via usb?

[@dhonzlimlingan0118]

from mobile phone to line optical in 3.5mm 4-pole to line optical out 3.5mm 4-pole headset... or usb type-c? sound blasterx g6 scout mode footstep working?

[@JH-gd4qv]

I know this is a late comment but looking to buy this for my hyper x cloud alpha s’s. But I want to use it as a dac/amp for my hifiman sundra to my iPhone XR. Can I connect to my iPhone XR with the usb 3 cameras adapter. It turns the iPhone XR charge port into a regular usb. So I could plug that into the dac/amp from the iPhone. I want to know if This will work. I heard it does?

[@mob9900]

so im looking for something to run my senheiser 560s and a mic for music/gaming/movies on my pc. should i get this for the 7.1 and scout mode. or should i just get a Behringer U-Phoria UMC202HD that i found used for 40$?

[@stickshifttttt]

Bought it! :D It pairs amazing with my DT 990 Pro's!

[@traum1693]

Same :D And I have to say... Surround sound is amazing!

[@Bazookavich]

I have the 250 ohm of the DT990s. They sound awesome!

[@stickshifttttt]

Right!! :D it’s like the best combination ever! I don’t think I can ever by a 600$ headset and a 300-500$ DAC/AMP!

[@YAS-pz7bi]

You guys comments made my day I was just wondering if I bought the DT990 pro with sound blaster g6 it might be a terrible idea and maybe it will not work and the 7.1 surround might not work either I'm planning to hook this up with my ps4 pro and my pc and now I'm gonna order them and I will order modmic 5 too for the microphone it will be an amazing setup can't wait 👍

[@brezdisdat]

I want original crisp sound and have the same headphones but the sound is not loud at all. I have trouble hearing footsteps in game. The wheel knob turns windows volume up (at 100 already) and doesn't help for volume. Help??

[@MrKiren11]

Is it possible to connect it to Mac through usb and ps4 through optical and mix the two sources?

[@roskosgameplay9915]

great review so if I connect to my xbox with the optical cable and the power as you mentioned I can control the volume from chat and from game?? IN XBOX???

[@karbonkevin919]

That's what I wanna know. Also if the voice chat would work.

[@carlosguzman461]

Same question i have, since most places ive searched it says mic doesnt work with dac/amps

[@roskosgameplay9915]

@@carlosguzman461 AFTER I REACH ABOUT IT IT SEEM CAN WORK BUT ONLY IF YOU CONNECT THE OPTICAL CABLE TO THE CONSOLE AND THE USB TO THE PC (OBIUSLY THE PC NEED TO BE TURN ON) AND THEN YOU NEED TO OPEN THE XBOX APP TO TALK WITH YOUR PARTY CHAT

[@carlosguzman461]

@@roskosgameplay9915 Thanks for that answer! So im messed lol i have no pc yet, im planning to build a gaming and most likely i wont have to worry about dac/amping the headphone on xbox.

[@lorenceb4960]

Can someone help me out with a problem.. i got the blasterx G6.. every time i plug it into my ps4 the sbx light flasesh non stop i tried updating it nothing is working..

[@AnthonyLGreen-cz9wy]

Will this also help the audio on my Quincy Jones Q701 reference headphones 🎧

[@GarglingToes]

Is it possible to connect this to a console and a pc at the same time? Currently I use the arctic pro DAC

[@alexanderjaviervazquezsant4530]

My motherboard has optical , can I adjust the voice game audio? Want to replace my mixamp ...

[@vedomedo]

Mine is on it's way, can't wait to test it out and compare to my current DAC. Using a Beyerdynamic MMX300 (basically a DT770), considering a DT 1990 Pro to push the headset and DAC properly.

[@MisterBeRight]

So, happy ?

[@vedomedo]

@@MisterBeRight Yes sir! Its a great DAC! Superb in all ways really. My only "complaint" is that there isnt a physical button to swap source, gotta do it in software. But thats honestly such a minor complaint that I dont really even care.

[@MisterBeRight]

@@vedomedo thank you sir ! Appreciate your input.

[@dannygonsalez27]

Vedomedia, which version of the dt770 do you have, 250 ohms or 80 ohms.just curious because looking to buy this set also.

[@TJones58]

Just bought this bad boy based on your review! My only question is it says dolby digital decoding is only available through the optical. What does that mean and is it necessary?

[@TheTechne]

no I say don't use the surround sound any way, and I never do on any headset/amp. it just messes up the true natural sound.

[@angelohantziantonakis1702]

is there any solution for mix chat for PC? I can barely hear my friends in discord, no way to turn them up. i have them at 200 volume on discord and still hard to hear, any solutions?

[@dep2kat]

will headsets w/mic work on xbox one when we connect to optical? you said mic would not work on ps4 if connected to optical and usb to wall power block...just curious how that affects xbox? my son has headset w/mic attached. will it work?

[@hassanzaheer9670]

it can't work as optical in is only for output doesn't have input channel

[@Rachiou077]

It is indeed unessacary for mobile, I just stream from my phone to my PC with "Bluetooth Audio Reciever" I've been really tempted to buy these because I've just recently purchased the x2hr and would want to be able to change between the game and chat audio of that of discord.

[@nenadGHN]

Can you try this on PS5? Just received mine and it is updated to be compatible with ps5 usb port, but lets say that audio quality is not loud at all

[@ahmedjuffairi]

thanks for the video, is it enough for dt 770 pro 250 ohms?

[@kyleheiser6622]

What mic did you use for this test - thanks

[@PlaceofPower1776]

Does this amplifier work with a mic on the Xbox?

[@Ryan-vb6jb]

How the hell do you put an keyed optical cable in that round hole?

[@migueljaquez756]

Just wondering if this is plug and play friendly for a ps4 slim to power hd58x or do I need a pc for the software?

[@zenstorm311]

Has anyone tried this with a 2017 Nvidia Shield or the new Nvidia Shield Pro? It would be a great way to convert the Shield’s usb out into an optical out from the G6 into a Hometheater receiver or sound bar for Dolby digital surround sound.

[@raigatoyoda5953]

I just watched your review on the hyper x cloud revolver s. I currently own one and wanted to know how much better surround sound sounds with this amp? Is it worth buying?

[@TheTechne]

yes it's much better. this is the amp I used when I spoke about using the rev with an amp. great combo

[@raigatoyoda5953]

@@TheTechne thank you!

[@jokezter3]

Since party chat for xbox one is not supported can you tell me what my options are for that?

[@jdennis78]

I have PS4 Pro now and play mainly FPS games like COD. I have the Astro A40 TR Mixamp headset now. Will this device be an improvement in FPS on helping with enemy footsteps etc?

[@bangourad95]

Yes with scout mode