reminds me a friend of mine (a girl) mic testing once we were recording a school video: "Nice to meet you, I'm CARLOS and the hormone therapy is going well"
HyperXs always have a very distinctive microphone sound, you can usually immediately tell someone is using them by their microphone sound. Dunkey uses them in his gameplay segments and you can always tell. They have that specific compressed feeling.
I own a pair of Krakens, and always thought this was an issue with my particular headset. For the untrained ear it’s only noticeable at lower volumes, but still there
I bought my Cloud II's like a year and a half ago because of you, and after living in some $20(us) Chinese bootleg headphones for years, I put on the Cloud II's and I almost cried because of how big the difference was. You brought me out of the slums and I am very grateful.
Cloud II's are great, but if you want that experience again then some nice 150-300 dollar open backs can do it again. Just be careful, there's no going back.
@@AceArata Which ones? Hyper's or the 770's? Either way they're both good. The one thing I will say is, upgrade to FLACs. Getting FLACs was like unlocking a secret hidden layer of my hyper's and the 770s don't sound right without them imo.
"Talk with your thumbs in your ears!" *attempts to follow instruction* "You'll look insane, because I know you're all trying it" *realises I look insane, not because I'm talking to nobody with my thumbs in my ears, but because I'm trying to do it while wearing headphones*
My Dad is a musician so I game with a borrowed shure stage mic and my own audiophile headphones, all plugged in to a behringer desk. I might suck at gaming but boy do I sound amazing doing it
@@Dr.Spatula I love over kill I got a blue yeti audio technica and a dac running off my laptop for discord calls and spotify (meant blue yeti mic and audio technica headphones)
@@ilikebreadcrumbs8149 I just have a pair of A50s because it also works with my series x, without issue, if I ever use it. Otherwise I have HDMI from PC to TV, optical from TV to A50 station, optical from A50 station to 7.1. Wish I knew why my 7.1 goes 2 seconds out of sync and staticy over time with with optical...
Marking the mic tests 2:55 Alan's chicos 6:38 Are hotdogs sandwiches? 10:22 Sideways Camry 13:13 Coffee cheese 17:01 Biscuit talks 19:57 Standing in ants I have to train me shitty aussie accent, and these stories are just best way to do that
i am just going to piggyback off of this comment to say at 19:57 when he uses the word "thongs" he means flip-flops. I'm not Australian i just watch casually explained youtube channel. also the hotdog is a sandwich. if you are one of the people that say it has to be two pieces of bread then you are arguing that a sub isn't a sandwich.
I wrote a very similar comment with near identical vocabulary choice but bc u had to be a d•••• and state your opinion a month before me I'll delete mine also you probably didn't realize there was something uncanny about that word I censored bc you were reading too fast so I'll tell you(*whispers* there's an extra *•* )
Sounds like you need the to put chi-fi in your life. You won't believe the quality you can get out of a 5 dollar chinese pair if you pick the right one.
Thanks in part to this video, I gkt Hyperx Cloud 2's today. Coming from using a cheap pair of sony knock off's for 7 years or so, the sound quality and comfort is on a level I would only dream about. So glad I got this, they're amazing.
His advice is good too. I'd never thought of using pears for tomato soup before but it's so genious I'm surprised I hadn't thought of it before. I'll be sure to try out that nifty trick next time I'm out of tomatoes.
"its one thing to be able to hear the people you're playing against, but its another thing to be able to yell at them too." truly one of the best quotes of all time
I love that you are expanding outside of only Ipod content, and I think you should do more stuff like this in the future. I think your experience and perspective as a musician leads to you giving very informative yet concise explanations and reviews, whereas your personality makes everything a joy as always. Great video, it has genuinely give me some new perspective for picking out future gaming headsets and what I should look for.
@@grainn_ sorry if i triggered you, i was just commenting my genuine reaction when watching this video, i know is a recycled half assed type of comment but that's how things go on youtube sometimes Though i will admit the video ended up being quite helpful and deserved a more polished comment , i just love the guy, got interested in the stuff he talks about and his craving for ipods, that's why i watch him most of the time, cheers!
@@Mocafrito I wouldn't worry about it. There's so many worse comments that yours is well on the side of good. The other guy is just having a bad day, obviously.
@@j.r.huffnstuff3549 appreciate the thought, and yeah, tough day it seems, i dont usually sweat it too much either , but i was on the mood to answer, and can get where he is coming from
I have a pair of Steelseries Arctis 3 bluetooth, and I think the headband is pretty comfy. I replaced the earpads with the ones they sell for the Arctis Pro headset, and those have much more substance and support. I can wear them for hours without issue, although my ears do start to get fatigued where my glasses come through, but if I didn't wear glasses, it wouldn't be an issue.
The Razer surround stuff is actually entirely software, they just provide a pre-calibrated set of settings for their models of headphones. You can actually use it with any other headphones, but you might need to adjust the settings a bit for it to work well.
I was going to comment about this, Razer's software is free for the most part but when paired with their headphones (that's why they need activation code stuff) it unlocks more features and config options
This is the kind of channel that I find, then proceed to binge watch, youtube notices it, and then just spams me until i'm guilt tripped into subscribing
i use the hyper x cloud ii wireless headphones and they are wonderful. i love them so much, so comfy 10/10 would buy again and recommend. but the one thing is the wireless ones are like 140, which is pretty decent for bluetooth headphones but its not really budget.
I'm using the wired version of the hyperx cloud ii, and I agree, they're awesome. The only downside is that the headband is hard to replace, if you aren't a skilled technician, compared to the earpads. Otherwise, it's a great headphone for its value.
I upgraded from my old Corsair headphones to the Cloud 2 Wireless, and they are really nice. Nice and comfortable, good audio quality, good battery life, even the mic is decent (most in built mic's aren't that good as they want you to go external). I got mine on sale for £100, though the wired version is under £50.
The headphone recording comparison was stellar! Probably the best actual review of headphones I've experienced. Frequency response graphs are genuinely great, but sometimes it's like listening to somebody describe the Mona Lisa. I just wanna *see*! The differences in response and signature between all of those headsets came through very well, and clearly put their capabilities on display. Also, there is a practical reason to have a slightly boofy mic on a gaming headset; it suppresses keyboard clacks (clacky shiny R-G-B keyboards, so hot right now). Honestly I just subscribed for the laughs, so this is kinda boggling my mind right now.
random_n hey there is a reason for the loud keyboards I assume you know but just in case you don’t, they are mechanical keyboards with provides better speed and performance
It's funny how when you hear the HD 600s at first in the audio test you think "yeah that sound is ok" and then you listen to the other headphones and realise why the HD 600s are so expensive
With the hyperx the clip broke off for me when it was out of warranty; and they sent me a replacement free without any question free express shipping, when I wouldn't have even questioned if they would of asked me to pay. So hats off for customer service.
@@ntrDRUMMER firstly my comment was kind of stupid because I realized that he could have been talking about something old anyways like on ebay Secondly I just remember that I heard Sony was stopping making a lot of their other stuff that's not game systems (like phones and tablets and laptops etc) so I was thinking of that.
I've got the razer krakens and I've been using them for a few years, they've been really good. Biggest issue is echo when using them with my xbox, but they are fine with my phone so that might be my settings fault
I really appreciate having the ability to hear each set compared to a good "base level" set, especially with the graph so i can listen and point out what part I can hear and what gets toned down. Even though it still comes through my speakers, with YT compression its the COMPARISON that matters the most in learning mate. Top Stuff! PS Love the Frank cameo's at the end of each one
Same, though I'd want dank to play the same parts of the song in the comparison between the headphones. Also the ears make me think of ASMR artists though I've head worse whispering in my ears then this lovely ausie man.
I bought the hyper x cloud 2s because I found them to be the best value. And if I am being honest, they sound great. I'd definitely recommend them to anyone looking for good headphones, not just for gaming, but for listening to anything overall.
@@MakerMrDoge Thats the one I'm looking for. Some say the quality control of the HP ones are questionable. Edit: Oh and the HP ones doesn't come with a bag.
DecliningShip 420 But there are tons of speakers out there, wich are on part with really good headphones. You would still be able to make out the differences in audio fidelity.
Cr33p3r HD Audio quality takes a huge dip when you're blasting the sound out into open space. The environment and even the air itself warps the audio. Easier to control audio when the sound device is right up against the ear.
@@cr33p3rhd6 A good speaker setup can be really fun to listen to, but it'll never be accurate, the way a high-end pair of headphones is. Different products for different uses.
The lengths you go to give actual good advice about audio and junk is honestly amazing to the point where you have pretty much became my main source of knowledge on the subject. Cheers All Around, mate. :) Btw, those mic tests were on a whole other level. Can't wait for more. XD
@@BigBooMama666 Good, don't think anyone will complain. Base is on the better end and audio clarity in things like games, hearing footsteps is also good, not muddled.
@@BigBooMama666 I do, but they don't work on my Android without the mic plugged in, so taking them out and about feels a little awkward with the mic hanging out. It works in Apple phones without the mic. Despite this issue, I love these things.
@@markzero3363 you can plugg in the mic and unplugg it when they are already plugged to the phone. Or just try a ridiculous amount of times, sometimes they just work with no reason
Your vids are always entertaining. For me the “Mini DSP” is a game changer! Having the option to hear what you are describing and giving a way to compare is really great. There are several you tubers that I watch who try their best to describe sound... you have mastered it! Good work! I’m grateful you are willing to share your talent with the world.
I bought a pair of hyper x cloud 2 thanks to you from my local best buy and they are by far the best headphones I've ever owned so far, gaming, watching videos and Listening to music. The only problem I have with them is that I have to plug in the microphone in the headset before I use them on my phone or they won't connect.
I’m with you on that one, but not too long ago was messing with the little volume adjuster and squeezed the flat sides of it and BOOM! The left side came to life!!!!! It gets weak here and there but now I just give it a little squeeze or a tap and right back to life. I dont like that I have to do that little trick but hey it works.
Not sure if anyone mentioned it, but I really appreciated the actual test on the creepy dismembered ears. Also, thanks for the recommendation on the taotronic sound liberty I picked up a pair and they completely changed how I listen to music.
@@erik.m0110 Yes, they are. They fit perfectly in my ears, and the sound quality is fine. I tested them with music (60s jazz) but I mostly use them for listening to audio books. No regrets.
@@erik.m0110 Can't help you there, sorry. I only have Android phones, two Macs, and a stable of maybe 3 PCs. No Apple earpods as yet. Maybe something to do with the price? But my audiophile ears know what they know. And these boys are all in-ear, no daggy bits.
I once sat on my kraken headphones. That was a few years ago. Today, it’s a headphones with a mess of tape. It’s so busted. Somehow, the audio is still the same.
@@yusufismail6249 I tried the e55 and the bass felt like it was punching into my ears. But I'll tell they're super comfortable so you don't need to worry about that
If you are going to buy some cheap headphones I would recommend the HunterSpider V4 they are about 20-25 USD on eBay. I use them, and they are wonderful. (For the price)
Diogo Noronha de Freitas Pinheiro my budget is kinda low now, so i guess i’m gonna save up a little to buy something that’s great quality, or at least some good price and quality benefit
I have a set of HyperX Cloud Alphas and the leatherette on the ear pads is starting to flake... after almost three years of owning them. Not bad. Didn't include cloth pads like the Alpha IIs in the video, but they've held up well enough I've gone and ordered replacement ear pads for them. I'm rather pleased with the build quality.
i love how you can review these things in an unbiased way and like appreciate a product for more that the things youd be looking for i.e not shtting on headphones for the bass hump cause theyre gaming headsets
So, the headphone tests aren't a complete waste of time. I actually really appreciate it, because while our own headphones/speakers/earbuds/whatever do colour the audio that you record, we still get to hear a difference in sound quality with the same colouring. It's not perfect, but it still gets the general idea across. I'm loving the videos, thank you for all the hard work ^-^ Edit: I'm a beginning music producer and I was wondering if you could do a headphone review with music production in mind? I understand if you don't want to do it, as there's already a lot of similar content out there with the same idea in mind, but I'd personally really like to hear your opinion on reference headphones.
He does a lot on his Patreon I believe. I THINK he's a big fan of the Austrian Audio Hi-X55's for their accuracy and precision, especially with vocals. You might could read up on those.
i love my cloud IIs. i've been using them for years, and since they're old they're discounted now, which makes them even better for what you're getting. the drop-off at the high end is actually a good thing in my case, since it's right in the range of that super annoying "eee" you get when something goes off next to you in fps games. they're $70 US on amazon now. good deal.
@@TinkerToneworks Sennheiser headphones tend to sound a little rolled off and relaxed, which can be interpreted as a veil covering the sound as fine details are not as apparent as on other headphones (DT 1990 PRO etc.)
This year Razer has actually been putting out budget products. The Viper mini went on sale for like $30 and the Blackshark v2 Xs are like $50-60 which are better than the Krakens in every way
9:04 Accordantly with SoundGuys Review and I quote: "The most interesting feature of the chart above is that dip at 4kHz. While it may seem out of place, it’s not an uncommon way to sidestep some issues that many consumers have with headphones. Namely, it takes the edge off of loud sibilant sounds like f, s, sh sounds, cymbals, and ringing. Additionally, some listeners experience some resonances and echoes in this range depending on their ear canals, so some manufacturers will also downplay this narrow band to avoid it."
It's probably because the HyperX Clouds are actually a rebrand of the Takstar Pro 80s, which were already well respected headphone in the audiophile community
as someone whos listening to this on a somewhat decent studio speaker system I have to say I very throughly enjoyed the binaural recording. It's a shame that the top end of the recording drops off (around 8k ish I feel) but I understand that your not willing to pay 6 Grand for a Neumann Manaquin head. Also cheers for reviewing the arctis 5s, I hate that type of earcup so will be avoiding these!
@@j.r.huffnstuff3549 nah fam, RUclips uses AAC or Opus for VP9 videos with variable bitrate, which is comparable to 320 kbps MP3, which sounds FINE to anyone without golden ears. I know there are folks out there who flat out refuse to listen to anything below FLAC because MP3 has too much artifacting but they're in the minority. Music on RUclips sometimes sounds like shit because it was encoded in poor quality before uploading or the video is 480p and below.
@@neoqueto I actually could not disagree more, the raw compression algorithm youtube uses forces most audio to fit within its niche specs and sounds awful. If you're mastering music for youtube and you know the thresholds and correct sample rate ect then yes thats fine but the average creator will leave a dB or two below 0 for lee-way (as an example) and get their audio slammed, average viewer won't notice but others definitely will. It's a golden rule for DJs that you do not rip music from youtube because venue speakers will show the true quality of the youtube rips, I feel like while subjective and variable, youtubes approach with audio objectively degrades quality noticeably to the keen ear.
I used to be a huge steelseries person for any of my pc equipment but when I got the hyperX Alpha S, I was blown away by how much nicer the hyperX equipment just feels, I love their keyboards
I had the Steel Series Arctis Nova Pro Wireless for a brief time, they sounded so bad I just couldn't keep them. Even funnier is that the one channel failed in the like 3 days I had them. Still can't believe anyone would make headphones today that don't have cup swivel.
I have the Artics 1 (wired), and I really like them. So far, it is the long-lasting and most durable headset I ever had. You could bang them all over the place and they'll still work and look just as fine.
I own the arctis 5s as well and I like how comfortable they are over long game sessions but what I don't under stand is how he payed $200 Australian for what is a $130 converted from $100 freedom eagles with the 7s only $30 more
@@momkeybmalls8551 ive owned all of the arctis versions. And I wanna know the same. Arctis 3; 80 bucks Arctis 5; 135 bucks Arctis 7; 200 bucks Thats what I gotta pay for them ish. I however belive that he should of tried the 3 instead of the 5. Slight diffrence between the 3 and 5. But almost half the price for the 3. Wich makes it a fantastic price. Eitherway, if found on a good day, these headsets are amazing and should be given a shot. They are 100% worth it.
same with my arctis 7's, they were serviceable for a few years but recently stopped taking a charge. now that they're basically arctis 1's and need to be plugged in all the time, i'm gonna replace them with "real" headphones
The 3k hz is the most “annoying” range so maybe that’s why they did that. When making music I always yeet out the 3k on some sound because it can be ear piercing
3-4 kHz is right in the middle of where humans are most sensitive, yes. Annoying? Idk. If you notch it out on any system, it wouldn't sound right. All frequencies has their place. So long as it has a pleasant balance.
@@thefourthdymensionmusic Can be. But so can most hi-mid frequencies be. Be it 3k, 4k or 6k. It's really more about the balance between the frequency areas.
I doubt you'll ever see this but thanks to this video im buying a pair of hyperx cloud alphas to replace my old phillips headphones, so thank you very much Mr Pods!
Honestly, I have a set of headphones very similar to the no-name blue things, with blue LEDs too. I actually like the peripheral blue light because I wear glasses and it gives me that feeling of having a sci-fi heads up display. They're okay in terms of quality but I have *very* little experience with products of actual good quality.
IF YOU USE THEM, CHANGE. You will feel like you have come out of the slums to a bustling city with the difference. I personally had a no name 10$ headset. Worked fine for 5 years then in one of dankpod's vids, they blew the right ear while listening to scarlet fire. I upgraded to HyperX Cloud 2 wireless and now I actually listen to music with appreciation to the sound. I was literally in shock for probably the first 5 days using them. I did not know such clarity existed in headphones and thought that I had gotten a steal. (note: I got my Cloud 2 wireless in a garage sale, in the shipping bag, for 40 bucks US, box packed. Think I got a miracle :D )
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That huge dip on the high-end with the Hyper Xs is so when the 8 year olds start screaming you don't even know
Makes sense
@@natevemuri9024 you make sense
Well it worked for me
makes sense
Genius engineering right there.
Normal People: “This is a Mic Test”
DankPods: “So I got fired from McDonald’s for stealing all the Cooking Oil”
It's the Aussie instincts taking over
reminds me a friend of mine (a girl) mic testing once we were recording a school video: "Nice to meet you, I'm CARLOS and the hormone therapy is going well"
*cooking oil
I don't think maccas is fancy enough for that coconut business
COOKING OIL
Is this guy secretly an American? The oil stealing and all...
The only tech reviewer that I can think of that executes the products he’s reviewing via electric chair if they deserve it
Bro, DankPods just hearted this comment. This comment was made a month ago. He reads comments.
Some products are a waste of plastic, metals and silicon. He's doing justice haha
Does that mean getting the 1-Grit can be viewed as cruel and unusual punishment?
@@the11thhour44 More like sweet release.
Y e s
HyperXs always have a very distinctive microphone sound, you can usually immediately tell someone is using them by their microphone sound. Dunkey uses them in his gameplay segments and you can always tell. They have that specific compressed feeling.
Yeah the mics are pretty ass and also tend to just break after a while but I’ve had a pair for like 4 years and they still sound great
came for the headsets, stayed for the mic test rambles.
"....people turning into maccas didn't even know they where participating, people sliding into lamposts, it was mad mate"
So true tho
legit
Yeah buddy
Yeah buddy
I need to hear more of the life of "microphone test voice" guy, his stories are legendary.
Yeees
I`d say he needs to have his own podcast
Would gladly pay more money on Dankpods Patron for a podcast with Ole Mate Senn's stories.
😂👌
Gotta watch big lez show
Yes please
"don't get too excited about the binaural audio" *immediately notices the left ear being quieter with the Kraken's* "This is AMAZING!"
its not rly that bad doe u gotta adjust it
@@Error-33 It's often just a matter of sliding the volume up on the little controller.
Pumciusz that is still bad design...
@@jellepetje I know. But I'm just saying that you can correct that and not have any problems. Just lower the audio in the game or windows.
I own a pair of Krakens, and always thought this was an issue with my particular headset. For the untrained ear it’s only noticeable at lower volumes, but still there
I bought my Cloud II's like a year and a half ago because of you, and after living in some $20(us) Chinese bootleg headphones for years, I put on the Cloud II's and I almost cried because of how big the difference was. You brought me out of the slums and I am very grateful.
Cloud II's are great, but if you want that experience again then some nice 150-300 dollar open backs can do it again. Just be careful, there's no going back.
@@Shmozone got dt770's instead
@@Pragmer Also a great choice
@@Pragmer are they nice? 😁
@@AceArata Which ones? Hyper's or the 770's? Either way they're both good. The one thing I will say is, upgrade to FLACs. Getting FLACs was like unlocking a secret hidden layer of my hyper's and the 770s don't sound right without them imo.
"Talk with your thumbs in your ears!"
*attempts to follow instruction*
"You'll look insane, because I know you're all trying it"
*realises I look insane, not because I'm talking to nobody with my thumbs in my ears, but because I'm trying to do it while wearing headphones*
I know exactly what he's talking about because singing along with any closed back vs open back is wildly different.
Those mic tests are honestly lengendary! You should do a "The Ramblings of a Deadbeat Aussie Stoner: 1 Hour Special" or something lol.
Yesssss
420th like, lol happy smoking boiiisss
Start a podcast
I mean hey, I would watch it
666 likes is amazing
Listening to the Astro a50's with Astro a50's: Hmm yes this sound is made of sound.
Astro a50-ception
Me, with the a40's
@@skayote2004 Same here. The sound pretty good, but had to dial back the bass on them. They sound way too boomy with a flat EQ.
i still use A40....still goes strong xD
Listening to the HyperX Cloud II's with HyperX Cloud II's: Yup, this sound is DENFINITELY made of Sound.
My Dad is a musician so I game with a borrowed shure stage mic and my own audiophile headphones, all plugged in to a behringer desk. I might suck at gaming but boy do I sound amazing doing it
You can tell how bad you are at games just by the sound
Technically this is the best option. Your favorite headphones with a separate mic. Usually just a Mod Mic you can stick on your headphones
I remember when my mic stopped working, so I borrowed my dad's Neumann and some extra equipment so I could use it with my laptop. Def overkill
@@Dr.Spatula I love over kill I got a blue yeti audio technica and a dac running off my laptop for discord calls and spotify (meant blue yeti mic and audio technica headphones)
@@ilikebreadcrumbs8149 I just have a pair of A50s because it also works with my series x, without issue, if I ever use it. Otherwise I have HDMI from PC to TV, optical from TV to A50 station, optical from A50 station to 7.1. Wish I knew why my 7.1 goes 2 seconds out of sync and staticy over time with with optical...
I'm just imagining an opera singer suddenly dropping in volume like 60% because she passed that dip in the higher end on the HyperX
This frequency is most often used in games for flasbangs, making them barable to listen
@@mateuszmiller8147 makes sense and a pretty good touch they put into the headphones.
@@mateuszmiller8147 aaah that's good
@@mateuszmiller8147 i can confirm (I have them)
I’ve always sworn by hyperx for gaming now I don’t game anymore and I’m a TWS fanboy just for real life convenience
Marking the mic tests
2:55 Alan's chicos
6:38 Are hotdogs sandwiches?
10:22 Sideways Camry
13:13 Coffee cheese
17:01 Biscuit talks
19:57 Standing in ants
I have to train me shitty aussie accent, and these stories are just best way to do that
you are a scholar and a gentleman. thank you.
i am just going to piggyback off of this comment to say at 19:57 when he uses the word "thongs" he means flip-flops. I'm not Australian i just watch casually explained youtube channel.
also the hotdog is a sandwich. if you are one of the people that say it has to be two pieces of bread then you are arguing that a sub isn't a sandwich.
It really had me confused for a second when he said standing on ants with thongs on. Then I realised he meant thongs like flip-flops because aussie.
I’m definitely gonna animate that Camry story
@@twinturbov8 please do, post it here when you do!
Every time I see the HD600’s balance graph it fills me with serenity and comfort
The feeling of reaching TRUE BALANCE.
And its by the ol’ mate Senny
U mean...
*HUH DUH SIX-HUNDGOS*
@@nick0layy By sen
just like my dirtypods
The Macca's story about stealing the coconut oil and turning the car park into a drift arena had me laughing out loud at 1:30 am mate 🤣🤣🤣
Definitely the best mic test story
he said cooking oil i think
For me it was 2 AM LOL
What part
never seen a camry slide like that before
You need to release a video that is nothing but your fake phone calls. They're absolutely hilarious
he could start a new channel that is just the calls, call it "dankcalls"
I wrote a very similar comment with near identical vocabulary choice but bc u had to be a d•••• and state your opinion a month before me I'll delete mine also you probably didn't realize there was something uncanny about that word I censored bc you were reading too fast so I'll tell you(*whispers* there's an extra *•* )
@@YeviCoulson are you okay...?
@@YeviCoulson imagine being this salty over a harmless comment
@@leowolastname2250 lmao, yeah imagine. and I'm alright thanks for asking m8 I appreciate your concern.(-:
He really nailed those random, late-night Discord conversations with the mic tests
YESSS MAN. I LAUGHED MY ARSE OFF EVERY MIC TEST XDDDDDD
Karlis Cika Calm down kiddo
@@_alucid_ heat up old man
@@_alucid_ are you aware of what channel you're watching??? if you wanted anyone to "calm down" you're in the wrong place lmao
Oh my god. I found it. The origin of the freakish ears on a stand.
My god!
Congrats
We love the hears 😌
Freakish? Just binaural
@@Dr.Spatula That’s what the man calls it, therefore that’s what they are.
time stamp
1:31 HD600
1:44 no name blue thing
4:29 Razer Kraken
7:55 Hyperx Cloud ll
11:26 SteelSeries Arctis 5
14:32 GSP550
18:06 ASTRO A50
21:00 review
I used the no name blue things to destroy my setup when i rage, it even made my pfp blue
23:06 Frank
ASTRO A "FIDDIES"
Huh duh six hungeos by ol' mate senny
@@joshx3778 yes
Me listening to hyper x cloud 2s through my hyper x cloud 2s. "Mmm yes sounds nice"
my hyper x cloud revolver Ses are great, the headset is fine, the usb dongle kinda sucks ass.
Same lmao, I am cultured however, got the gun metal color
Yep, turned around to grab mine just for this. Because why not.
I'm listening with Raycons
@@jezebelmei195 holt you have violated the law
Me watching this with $5 walmart headphones: "huh yeah those sound like crap"
Damn
Mine is a dollar earphones.
Please do yourself a favor and buy something really cheap like superlux :'D
Believe me, it will be great.
Sounds like you need the to put chi-fi in your life. You won't believe the quality you can get out of a 5 dollar chinese pair if you pick the right one.
Me watching with some EarPods from the iPhone 5 era:
people listening on 25$ headsets:
“they sound the exact same! they must be amazing!”
Shut UP and let me with my 5$ headphones broken :(
Oh but i'm using dirty buds so I can hear the difference
I'm listening through the stock speaker on my 4 year old Samsung phone so this video all sounds the same to me...
or people listening with raycons
No difference im with a 1$ headphones
The mic tests are the best part. Like an hour long clip of these would be incredible.
Fr lol 😂
As an American who just discovered this channel the other day, they have quickly become my favorite parts. Aussie humor is top tier
Someone actually did make a compilation: ruclips.net/video/NeRRyKa2UHc/видео.html
There's also a 2022-2023 compilation
Why oh why, when things like the ShrekPod and Sexy Speaker exist, does the weirdest thing in Dank's arsenal have to be *ears on a stand?*
He has an ear fetish, leave him alone!
He can do ASMR videos now
Leave the sexy speakers alone
Auxiliary Mode
pretty standard for testing audio gear
i'm using my HD600 to listen to a HD600 recording.... Sennception
i'm using my A50 to listen to a A50 recording.... Astrology
Arkady I’m using my Razor kraken to listen to a razor kraken recording.... crazy
i'm using my corsair void's to listen to not corsair void recording... corseption
Im using my hyperxs to listen to hyperxs sound... hyperception
@@yesveryyes7947 i also used my hyperxs to listen to hyperxs, but I was using the felt pads so it sounded completely different
"they never seen a Camry slide like that mate right into the lamp pole" this guy is hilarious
Thanks in part to this video, I gkt Hyperx Cloud 2's today. Coming from using a cheap pair of sony knock off's for 7 years or so, the sound quality and comfort is on a level I would only dream about. So glad I got this, they're amazing.
Made me want a job at McDonald's
Of course he is, he's Australian
His advice is good too. I'd never thought of using pears for tomato soup before but it's so genious I'm surprised I hadn't thought of it before. I'll be sure to try out that nifty trick next time I'm out of tomatoes.
"its one thing to be able to hear the people you're playing against, but its another thing to be able to yell at them too."
truly one of the best quotes of all time
I love that you are expanding outside of only Ipod content, and I think you should do more stuff like this in the future. I think your experience and perspective as a musician leads to you giving very informative yet concise explanations and reviews, whereas your personality makes everything a joy as always. Great video, it has genuinely give me some new perspective for picking out future gaming headsets and what I should look for.
"here, take a quick listen"
Me using 50$ headphones: mmm yes very good sound
Me using 30$
Me not hearing
samsons
@@nikkytheawesome7556 sr380?
@@JordanKwei oof
"HiGh enD comPeTitive GaMiNg"
*shows* *antz* *and* *crazy* *frog* *racing*
insta-like
Yeah we watched the video. Everyone (i hope) knew it was sarcasm and saw it was antz and crazy frog racing
@@grainn_ sorry if i triggered you, i was just commenting my genuine reaction when watching this video, i know is a recycled half assed type of comment but that's how things go on youtube sometimes
Though i will admit the video ended up being quite helpful and deserved a more polished comment , i just love the guy, got interested in the stuff he talks about and his craving for ipods, that's why i watch him most of the time, cheers!
@@Mocafrito I wouldn't worry about it. There's so many worse comments that yours is well on the side of good. The other guy is just having a bad day, obviously.
What do you mean those are the highest end of competitive gaming
@@j.r.huffnstuff3549 appreciate the thought, and yeah, tough day it seems, i dont usually sweat it too much either , but i was on the mood to answer, and can get where he is coming from
I’m not even an audiophile really but I love this mans channel. Keep doing what you’re doing m8 it’s awesome
*I'd pay actual money to listen to a DankPods Aussie podcast where he just talks about random stuff*
The maccas one killed me
The stealing oil at mcdonalds and creating a drifting course was pretty good
“A hot dog is not a sandwich.” He says, the crowd murmuring in agreement.
“It is in fact... a taco.”
The crowd becomes unsettled.
Explain a subway sandwich
@@DankPods Technically subway bread isn't even bread.... www.theguardian.com/world/2020/oct/01/irish-court-rules-subway-bread-is-not-bread
@@XperiaTips bread is not bread? we are reaching levels of different never seen before
@@DankPods Subway is cake
DankPods holy mother of god....
Me listening on Razer Kraken X's: Hm yes so my headphones are shit
I bought some of those and immediately went hmmm. No.
@@benstanfill363 n bcvvvvvvnb
They are pretty good headphones for budget I mean it’s not the best but for the price it’s great
I mean in a vacuum, yes. For the price, no, they're solid.
me listening on those unknown amazon blue led headset: so my headphones are even more shit
I have a pair of Steelseries Arctis 3 bluetooth, and I think the headband is pretty comfy. I replaced the earpads with the ones they sell for the Arctis Pro headset, and those have much more substance and support. I can wear them for hours without issue, although my ears do start to get fatigued where my glasses come through, but if I didn't wear glasses, it wouldn't be an issue.
This guy turned me into an audiophile
And I love him for it
When i have money....
*cries in 3068av*
Your wallet does not
@@gavinritter6193 true I wasted A LOT for AKG's K712 with an amp
I'm crying, both cus the music's amazing and cus my wallet is dying
@@YesIAmDavid *glances at LCD-2s and THX 789, then at student loan balance*
i feel that
Looks at BTR5, Ipod touch 7, numerous cans and iems... 😬
The Razer surround stuff is actually entirely software, they just provide a pre-calibrated set of settings for their models of headphones. You can actually use it with any other headphones, but you might need to adjust the settings a bit for it to work well.
I was going to comment about this, Razer's software is free for the most part but when paired with their headphones (that's why they need activation code stuff) it unlocks more features and config options
Good to know
Pretty sure Logitech surround sound is software too.
Alexander Mitchell your profile gave me flashbacks lmao
@@GrumpyIan it is, but at least with their cheaper headphones it breaks them to the point where in games left and right are switched
This is the kind of channel that I find, then proceed to binge watch, youtube notices it, and then just spams me until i'm guilt tripped into subscribing
"Mission accomplished." RUclips probably
Sammmmeeeeee
Now that you mention it I'll just subscribe in advance
Üdv honfitársam
i use the hyper x cloud ii wireless headphones and they are wonderful. i love them so much, so comfy 10/10 would buy again and recommend. but the one thing is the wireless ones are like 140, which is pretty decent for bluetooth headphones but its not really budget.
I'm using the wired version of the hyperx cloud ii, and I agree, they're awesome. The only downside is that the headband is hard to replace, if you aren't a skilled technician, compared to the earpads. Otherwise, it's a great headphone for its value.
@@christianabad9982 i think they sounded weird at first (mainly cause i have the steelseires arctis 5 and i screwed with the eq)
im using the wireless ones as well, they are so worth it
I would reccomend SteelSeries 7P+ my personal ones 10/10 would buy again $150 Not Budget at all
I upgraded from my old Corsair headphones to the Cloud 2 Wireless, and they are really nice. Nice and comfortable, good audio quality, good battery life, even the mic is decent (most in built mic's aren't that good as they want you to go external). I got mine on sale for £100, though the wired version is under £50.
The headphone recording comparison was stellar! Probably the best actual review of headphones I've experienced. Frequency response graphs are genuinely great, but sometimes it's like listening to somebody describe the Mona Lisa. I just wanna *see*! The differences in response and signature between all of those headsets came through very well, and clearly put their capabilities on display.
Also, there is a practical reason to have a slightly boofy mic on a gaming headset; it suppresses keyboard clacks (clacky shiny R-G-B keyboards, so hot right now).
Honestly I just subscribed for the laughs, so this is kinda boggling my mind right now.
If you like headphone sounddemos look for oluvs gadgets on yt
Never tried OCM reviews or Jimsroom ? Best reviews ever
I just use my blue toot headphones
random_n hey there is a reason for the loud keyboards I assume you know but just in case you don’t, they are mechanical keyboards with provides better speed and performance
Ah yes. Antz Racing. The epitome of gaming.
Justin Y. Hi
Oh You :)
ayy justin Y
sup
already here
"The razer kraken"
me: *sweats nervously*
He should have tried the Razor Kraken USB 2.0 at $100. Mine are 4yrs old and are insane and are full metal, no plastic
@@blackraven8841 i have the kraken v2 pro and they good but I am switching to them hyper bois
@@boostiostio5980 same here
@@boostiostio5980 the USBs 2.0 blow the kraken x away lol
Same and they have quite good audio and a great mic
The sneeze for the valley on that top end just absolutely cracks me up
It's funny how when you hear the HD 600s at first in the audio test you think "yeah that sound is ok" and then you listen to the other headphones and realise why the HD 600s are so expensive
Yea and then you wonder what they actually sound like LOL
At least we got the almighty HD 6xx/HD 58x (my personal headphones).
@@acoolrocket The HD 660 S is definitely worth the investment imo
I was gonna get them for casual use till I found out they were 4x the cost of my hyperx headphones
@@cassidy8307 Used set matey. Goes for $220 freedom units on the ebays
I use two sexy bluetooth speakers as my gaming headset.
( _Power on. Bluetooth mode._ )
Oh yeah baby, say it just like that.
@@smpmuzpid or maybe just get some good Studio Monitors while you spend kinda buck cash? dunno man but i can definetley recommend doing that 100%
@@smpmuzpid I can recommend the acrtis pro Wireless, they may seem pricey but they well worth ever single penny
Keep doing this headphones content mate, I've never in my entire life saw a headphone video that's entertaining. Me likey
With the hyperx the clip broke off for me when it was out of warranty; and they sent me a replacement free without any question free express shipping, when I wouldn't have even questioned if they would of asked me to pay. So hats off for customer service.
I recently sold my Hyper Cloud X Headset to buy Sony monitors and Grado 80 series.
Gotta say, way happier.
does sony even make monitor or tvs anymore?
@@bland9876 yes
First Name Last Name i think he meant studio monitors headphones, or also might be IEM
I went from some senns to the hyper back to some senns. Never again. Broke so quick too
@@ntrDRUMMER firstly my comment was kind of stupid because I realized that he could have been talking about something old anyways like on ebay
Secondly I just remember that I heard Sony was stopping making a lot of their other stuff that's not game systems (like phones and tablets and laptops etc) so I was thinking of that.
Timestamps:
1:39 - no-name Amazon trash cans (2:55 mic test, 3:55 sound test)
4:20 - Razer Kraken (6:38 mic test, 7:22 sound test)
7:55 - HyperX Cloud II (10:23 mic test, 10:52 sound test)
11:24 - SteelSeries Arctis 5 (13:13 mic test, 13:46 sound test)
14:19 - Sennheiser GSP-550 (17:00 mic test, 17:30 sound test)
18:03 - Astro A50 (19:57 mic test, 20:21 sound test)
U legend, i was gonna make a comment like this one too but u did it for me : D
100th like by me
100
I am so glad you made this now I can hear all the stuff he says on the Mike test lol
It's the razer kraken x not the regular kraken
Sound test music:
A Night Alone - TrackTribe.
From the album "Smoke Filled Rooms"
Available on Spotify.
thanx m8
I'm feeling like trash looking to my Cloud 2 now in comparison of the HD 600, jesus im with trash in my ears
ur the best, wanted to test out my own set of hyper's and now i can
Thanks mate
I've got the razer krakens and I've been using them for a few years, they've been really good. Biggest issue is echo when using them with my xbox, but they are fine with my phone so that might be my settings fault
What is your sound tuning for them ?
I really appreciate having the ability to hear each set compared to a good "base level" set, especially with the graph so i can listen and point out what part I can hear and what gets toned down. Even though it still comes through my speakers, with YT compression its the COMPARISON that matters the most in learning mate. Top Stuff! PS Love the Frank cameo's at the end of each one
Same, though I'd want dank to play the same parts of the song in the comparison between the headphones. Also the ears make me think of ASMR artists though I've head worse whispering in my ears then this lovely ausie man.
Crazy Frog, haven't heard that name in a while
i feel old now
Erno yea I played it when i was 4 and now im 14
Haha old guy
Erno I spoke to the official crazy frog on Twitter
i danced to that from ages like 3 - 7
Wanna know something weirder?
The Axel F cover has more than a billion views
Everyone: Uses an actual green screen
Him: Uses an iPad
its green and has a screen
@August Kiedaisch *logic 100*
Uses iPad green screen, then does no editing with it whatsoever 😂
He uses a green case because it’s like Shrek, not because it’s a green screen.
Yes I know that’s missing the joke
@@guskiedaisch5078 hfddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddddd
I bought the hyper x cloud 2s because I found them to be the best value. And if I am being honest, they sound great. I'd definitely recommend them to anyone looking for good headphones, not just for gaming, but for listening to anything overall.
you bought the old version or the hp version?
@@onerandomguy4832 I believe the ols version. How can i tell if its the Hp version?
@@MakerMrDoge It says "HP" near one of the ears at the end of the headband.
@@MakerMrDoge Thats the one I'm looking for. Some say the quality control of the HP ones are questionable.
Edit: Oh and the HP ones doesn't come with a bag.
@@onerandomguy4832 Alright
Him: Here, take a quick listen
Me, listening with speakers: ah, yes. sounds great, m8
What do speakers change about the audio quality?
Cr33p3r HD everything
DecliningShip 420 But there are tons of speakers out there, wich are on part with really good headphones. You would still be able to make out the differences in audio fidelity.
Cr33p3r HD Audio quality takes a huge dip when you're blasting the sound out into open space. The environment and even the air itself warps the audio. Easier to control audio when the sound device is right up against the ear.
@@cr33p3rhd6 A good speaker setup can be really fun to listen to, but it'll never be accurate, the way a high-end pair of headphones is. Different products for different uses.
I want an indie game where you wander in an aussie man’s house, find audio logs and they are DankPods’s random mic test lines from this video.
Bethesda.......
The lengths you go to give actual good advice about audio and junk is honestly amazing to the point where you have pretty much became my main source of knowledge on the subject. Cheers All Around, mate. :)
Btw, those mic tests were on a whole other level. Can't wait for more. XD
ikr
Doesn't really have an audiophile perspective on it either.
8:58 Holy damn, that fake sneeze somehow perfectly describes the curve 🤣
You know dankpods is a true audio professional when he writes with sharpie on tape. True mixing console caliber labeling
Me listening to Hyperx's Cloud 2's on my Hyperx's Cloud: Hmm yes... sounds like improvement
Are they good for music?
@@BigBooMama666 Good, don't think anyone will complain. Base is on the better end and audio clarity in things like games, hearing footsteps is also good, not muddled.
@@venomtailOG thanks do you use them on phone?
@@BigBooMama666 I do, but they don't work on my Android without the mic plugged in, so taking them out and about feels a little awkward with the mic hanging out. It works in Apple phones without the mic. Despite this issue, I love these things.
@@markzero3363 you can plugg in the mic and unplugg it when they are already plugged to the phone.
Or just try a ridiculous amount of times, sometimes they just work with no reason
I don’t blame him for giving up on trying to describe sound lmao
I think I've watched this video 5 times now. Any video with microphone rambles are the best. Also the origin of the ears 10/10
“i’ve never seen a camry slide like that”
- DankPods, 2020
@Thorin Ong lol
It’s a great day when you’re scrolling and see the green iPad
And maaayte- we are listening on our dank phones!
With our DankPods
Can someone tell me where I can get the case?
@@thegloriouspotato6223 you really want that DankPods Merch 😂
"the arctis 5 is best for showing off"
He doesn't know that the razer kraken has a version with RGB KITTY EARS
Best used by femboys and egirls
@@nightlust and(or) regrettable purchases
@@ltcsweeper3325 im not the best at making decisions idk
You son of a bitch, I'm in.
@@nightlust and someone who just likes cats! (Like me!)
I got the hyperx head phones a while ago and i LOVE them especially compared to the $40 xerbera or whatever they were called headphones i had before
Everybody: Testing, testing, is this working?
Dankpods: *so many toxins I had to get a liver transplant*
Your vids are always entertaining. For me the “Mini DSP” is a game changer! Having the option to hear what you are describing and giving a way to compare is really great. There are several you tubers that I watch who try their best to describe sound... you have mastered it! Good work! I’m grateful you are willing to share your talent with the world.
Stanford McCorkle I agree with everything this man said
My phone speaker: "hmmm yes the sound here is made out of sound, nearly identical sound but sound all the same."
Mine is, "Do you want to hear what a Dixie Cup being crushed sounds like?" and then it plays that sound no matter what I listen to.
@@fictionmyth 😂
I bought a pair of hyper x cloud 2 thanks to you from my local best buy and they are by far the best headphones I've ever owned so far, gaming, watching videos and Listening to music. The only problem I have with them is that I have to plug in the microphone in the headset before I use them on my phone or they won't connect.
What I gather from this is that I need to get some HD600s
mate, get the hd6xx, it's the same headphone with literally the same parts and speakers for just over $200, instead of $400
You mean hur dur six hungeos?
@@NVRSE500 Pretty sure the 6xx actually uses the same parts as the HD650 not the 600
ACPhantom yeah, my bad, but still, they're amazing for the price
Get the grabo assell
Today I learned I'm not hard of hearing in my left ear, I just have a razer kraken.
I’m with you on that one, but not too long ago was messing with the little volume adjuster and squeezed the flat sides of it and BOOM! The left side came to life!!!!! It gets weak here and there but now I just give it a little squeeze or a tap and right back to life. I dont like that I have to do that little trick but hey it works.
@@Lowpshift wich model ? is that kraken
@@aymaneabdelkebirhissayni8917 yes the green kraken.
@@Lowpshift Tournament edition or just normal 7.1 2019 model
@@aymaneabdelkebirhissayni8917 just the normal model.
Not sure if anyone mentioned it, but I really appreciated the actual test on the creepy dismembered ears. Also, thanks for the recommendation on the taotronic sound liberty I picked up a pair and they completely changed how I listen to music.
I bought them as well, after seeing the review here. So happy with them!
Are they that good? I've been thinking of getting them too
@@erik.m0110 Yes, they are. They fit perfectly in my ears, and the sound quality is fine. I tested them with music (60s jazz) but I mostly use them for listening to audio books. No regrets.
@@cmonkey63 Sweet, do you happen to know how good they are compared to Apple Earpods? That would give me a reference point
@@erik.m0110 Can't help you there, sorry. I only have Android phones, two Macs, and a stable of maybe 3 PCs. No Apple earpods as yet. Maybe something to do with the price? But my audiophile ears know what they know. And these boys are all in-ear, no daggy bits.
I once sat on my kraken headphones.
That was a few years ago.
Today, it’s a headphones with a mess of tape. It’s so busted. Somehow, the audio is still the same.
*Me seeing the blue $25 gaming headphones I got for my two boys*
Meh. They do just fine for a 9 and 12 year old. 🤣🤣
Makes good headphones sound even better too 👌
Can you do a video about JBL E45 bt please
@@yusufismail6249 I tried the e55 and the bass felt like it was punching into my ears.
But I'll tell they're super comfortable so you don't need to worry about that
Mohanad the absolute unit thanks for the feed back my e45 is getting old so I’ll buy the e55 and I’ll sub to you
If you are going to buy some cheap headphones I would recommend the HunterSpider V4 they are about 20-25 USD on eBay. I use them, and they are wonderful. (For the price)
8:58 absolutely LOST MY SHIT at the sneezing
almost spat out my beer when it happened
In still laughing like 5 mins later
The funniest sound ever 😂
Hahaha I'm so happy someone already had the time stamp
Same
I was just looking to buy a headset and thought: "what would dankpods say about the sound quality?". Well, great timing, mate. Love your videos
u going with the hiperX?
Diogo Noronha de Freitas Pinheiro my budget is kinda low now, so i guess i’m gonna save up a little to buy something that’s great quality, or at least some good price and quality benefit
I have a set of HyperX Cloud Alphas and the leatherette on the ear pads is starting to flake... after almost three years of owning them. Not bad. Didn't include cloth pads like the Alpha IIs in the video, but they've held up well enough I've gone and ordered replacement ear pads for them. I'm rather pleased with the build quality.
i love how you can review these things in an unbiased way and like appreciate a product for more that the things youd be looking for i.e not shtting on headphones for the bass hump cause theyre gaming headsets
"Good for games"
I actually read "Good for James".
We all know that if it's good for James, it's definitely good.
it's great for me
@@Somnifex. I'm glad you're enjoying them haha
So, the headphone tests aren't a complete waste of time. I actually really appreciate it, because while our own headphones/speakers/earbuds/whatever do colour the audio that you record, we still get to hear a difference in sound quality with the same colouring. It's not perfect, but it still gets the general idea across. I'm loving the videos, thank you for all the hard work ^-^
Edit: I'm a beginning music producer and I was wondering if you could do a headphone review with music production in mind? I understand if you don't want to do it, as there's already a lot of similar content out there with the same idea in mind, but I'd personally really like to hear your opinion on reference headphones.
@ Go back to your grease pit, amerigoblin
I agree! More headphones tests should be like this!
HD-80s aren't bad for the price, I like them alot.
Yeah the kraken x kinda sounded muddy af
He does a lot on his Patreon I believe. I THINK he's a big fan of the Austrian Audio Hi-X55's for their accuracy and precision, especially with vocals. You might could read up on those.
i love my cloud IIs. i've been using them for years, and since they're old they're discounted now, which makes them even better for what you're getting. the drop-off at the high end is actually a good thing in my case, since it's right in the range of that super annoying "eee" you get when something goes off next to you in fps games. they're $70 US on amazon now. good deal.
All these gaming headphones made the "Sennheiser veil" sound more like an open window
lmao true
What's the sennheiser veil?
@@TinkerToneworks Sennheiser headphones tend to sound a little rolled off and relaxed, which can be interpreted as a veil covering the sound as fine details are not as apparent as on other headphones (DT 1990 PRO etc.)
>"Budget"
>"Razer"
I can't believe I can hear someone say that two words in the same sentences
Right🤣🤣🤣. My pockets hurt when buying the krakens
@@soledadyelmar2245 dude they’re $50, the sennheisers are $400. Razer makes entry level audio gear.
This year Razer has actually been putting out budget products. The Viper mini went on sale for like $30 and the Blackshark v2 Xs are like $50-60 which are better than the Krakens in every way
Well, it's considered budget for Razer. Makes sense to me.
@@gag3rs oh damn I payed about 80 for mine
don't know how i stumbled upon this channel, i'm not into this kinda stuff, but the way this guy talks it's so mesmerizing i can't stop watching
9:04 Accordantly with SoundGuys Review and I quote: "The most interesting feature of the chart above is that dip at 4kHz. While it may seem out of place, it’s not an uncommon way to sidestep some issues that many consumers have with headphones. Namely, it takes the edge off of loud sibilant sounds like f, s, sh sounds, cymbals, and ringing. Additionally, some listeners experience some resonances and echoes in this range depending on their ear canals, so some manufacturers will also downplay this narrow band to avoid it."
I'm relieved to know that the expert likes my Hyper Xs.
Hyperx is just pretty good when it comes to headphones
It's probably because the HyperX Clouds are actually a rebrand of the Takstar Pro 80s, which were already well respected headphone in the audiophile community
@@Condred Did hyperx buy that company or something?
@@fish3443 lol no, Takstar is a Chinese company so HyperX's are simply a rebrand of the Pro 80's, no corporate takeover involved.
@@supra107 that's pretty interesting honestly.
as someone whos listening to this on a somewhat decent studio speaker system I have to say I very throughly enjoyed the binaural recording. It's a shame that the top end of the recording drops off (around 8k ish I feel) but I understand that your not willing to pay 6 Grand for a Neumann Manaquin head.
Also cheers for reviewing the arctis 5s, I hate that type of earcup so will be avoiding these!
Also, youtube bungs up audio pretty bad. I'm not even much of an audiophile and sometimes it's like listening through cardboard.
@@j.r.huffnstuff3549 nah fam, RUclips uses AAC or Opus for VP9 videos with variable bitrate, which is comparable to 320 kbps MP3, which sounds FINE to anyone without golden ears. I know there are folks out there who flat out refuse to listen to anything below FLAC because MP3 has too much artifacting but they're in the minority. Music on RUclips sometimes sounds like shit because it was encoded in poor quality before uploading or the video is 480p and below.
Also using decent speakers, that was flippin great to hear
@@neoqueto I actually could not disagree more, the raw compression algorithm youtube uses forces most audio to fit within its niche specs and sounds awful. If you're mastering music for youtube and you know the thresholds and correct sample rate ect then yes thats fine but the average creator will leave a dB or two below 0 for lee-way (as an example) and get their audio slammed, average viewer won't notice but others definitely will.
It's a golden rule for DJs that you do not rip music from youtube because venue speakers will show the true quality of the youtube rips, I feel like while subjective and variable, youtubes approach with audio objectively degrades quality noticeably to the keen ear.
I will keep shilling the Orbit S/Mobius its the greatest headphone I have ever used pplus the mic on the Audeze is killer
3:56 crap, I can't tell the difference
4:04 oh, nevermind, I'm an idiot
I used to be a huge steelseries person for any of my pc equipment but when I got the hyperX Alpha S, I was blown away by how much nicer the hyperX equipment just feels, I love their keyboards
I had the Steel Series Arctis Nova Pro Wireless for a brief time, they sounded so bad I just couldn't keep them. Even funnier is that the one channel failed in the like 3 days I had them. Still can't believe anyone would make headphones today that don't have cup swivel.
"Gunfire and such... Kids love that"
You might wanna watch what you say there 😆
Me listening with my Arctis 5's: Wow those nice headphones sound so great
Also me with my Arctis 5's listening to the Arctis 5's: ... Oh man ...
I have the Artics 1 (wired), and I really like them. So far, it is the long-lasting and most durable headset I ever had. You could bang them all over the place and they'll still work and look just as fine.
I own the arctis 5s as well and I like how comfortable they are over long game sessions but what I don't under stand is how he payed $200 Australian for what is a $130 converted from $100 freedom eagles with the 7s only $30 more
@@momkeybmalls8551 ive owned all of the arctis versions. And I wanna know the same.
Arctis 3; 80 bucks
Arctis 5; 135 bucks
Arctis 7; 200 bucks
Thats what I gotta pay for them ish.
I however belive that he should of tried the 3 instead of the 5.
Slight diffrence between the 3 and 5. But almost half the price for the 3. Wich makes it a fantastic price.
Eitherway, if found on a good day, these headsets are amazing and should be given a shot. They are 100% worth it.
same with my arctis 7's, they were serviceable for a few years but recently stopped taking a charge. now that they're basically arctis 1's and need to be plugged in all the time, i'm gonna replace them with "real" headphones
My arctis 7p's come today first mid end gaming headphones hope their good.
The 3k hz is the most “annoying” range so maybe that’s why they did that. When making music I always yeet out the 3k on some sound because it can be ear piercing
that'd be great attention to detail if you are right!
3-4 kHz is right in the middle of where humans are most sensitive, yes. Annoying? Idk. If you notch it out on any system, it wouldn't sound right. All frequencies has their place. So long as it has a pleasant balance.
It's the frequency that most flashbangs are at in games. It's lowered to make it nicer on the ears
is it like almost screechy sounding?
@@thefourthdymensionmusic Can be. But so can most hi-mid frequencies be. Be it 3k, 4k or 6k.
It's really more about the balance between the frequency areas.
how do you make such good lines like
“So I got fired from McDonald’s for stealing all the Cooking Oil”
its just so chefs kiss of quality
4:04 it’s like listening through your nose
Yeah pretty much
Made me laugh. 👍
This genuinely gave me a headache
wtf my nose feels weird
I love those intermission stories when testing the mics
I doubt you'll ever see this but thanks to this video im buying a pair of hyperx cloud alphas to replace my old phillips headphones, so thank you very much Mr Pods!
Honestly, I have a set of headphones very similar to the no-name blue things, with blue LEDs too. I actually like the peripheral blue light because I wear glasses and it gives me that feeling of having a sci-fi heads up display. They're okay in terms of quality but I have *very* little experience with products of actual good quality.
I use some sonys idk the name lmao
IF YOU USE THEM, CHANGE. You will feel like you have come out of the slums to a bustling city with the difference. I personally had a no name 10$ headset. Worked fine for 5 years then in one of dankpod's vids, they blew the right ear while listening to scarlet fire. I upgraded to HyperX Cloud 2 wireless and now I actually listen to music with appreciation to the sound. I was literally in shock for probably the first 5 days using them. I did not know such clarity existed in headphones and thought that I had gotten a steal. (note: I got my Cloud 2 wireless in a garage sale, in the shipping bag, for 40 bucks US, box packed. Think I got a miracle :D )