I didn't have a 4K bluray player and had to get one of the new gen consoles so I went with this one for some of the backwards compatibility features and exclusives. However, getting into this has completely given a new life to my 2.1 sound system and headphones. What I love about DTS is you know when they're working cause you can feel the sound in your chest, I own both the atmos app and the dts app just for the comparison. So far I cant really get atmos to give my logitech z232s that kick in the ass they immediately get when you hear that codec switch on and it's on "Spacious" mode. Since I can finally also play CDs again on a gaming console with series x, they sound just as amazing regardless if it's through your head phones or speaker channel set up.
Great video. I am watching the video on my Xbox and when your home screen popped up at the beginning it threw my brain and I thought RUclips had crashed on my Xbox. Again great vid
Me too. The moment i used it i noticed it made my tb stealth 600 sound better in the bass department and more spacious compared to when i use Dolby atmos headphone. At 1st voices in movies and games sounded off but I've gotten used to it.
I’m not sure either. I think it will come down to personal preference most of the time. You’re right, though, I might have to sit down and test it out properly.
Great video! I use DTS Headphones on my Xbox and not only does it sound great, but it allows me to be better at games like Gears 5. If possible, could you please do a video on if there's any improvements on the Xbox Series X due to its dedicated audio hardware and also a direct comparison to PS5's 3D. I've heard it's not that good on PS5, which is what I always predicted
My best friend is a huge Sony fanboy and even he who praises everything they do say it’s garbage and he hates me for buying a cheap series s with gamepass and having dts for half he paid for his ps5 with ps plus for a year which only brought old games he already owns
Hi Joe, I am interested in all 3 possibilities, but only in investing in one of them. Not sure if Dolby does a free trial I will need to check. I would appreciate it if, in due course, you could do a follow-up with your own thoughts and experiences (esp. Atmos v DTS). Appreciate your work as ever. Cheers.
That's actually a good idea. I'd like to spend some time and find out which of the three options are actually best for me, so I could turn it into a video. Could take a while to work out how to set it all up and present it, though. Plus, there are so many variables (different headphones, different sound preferences, different ears), so any conclusions I draw will, necessarily, have to be taken with a pinch of salt. It'd still be worth doing, though (mind you, I threatened to make a video about the streaming services a couple of months back and I'm still putting that together)
Im so confused. I have the headphones but your telling me I have to PAY FOR A SUBSCRIPTION to hear my game audio thru headphones I spent over a hundred dollars on? Someone explain this
You don't have to pay anything. DTS headphone X, like Dolby Atmos for headphones, is optional. You can use Stereo or even Microsoft's own Windows Sonic for Headphones, which is free.
Will they work with Pc/Ps4 HyperX headphones? Because I followed step by step and it says it worked but it’s not actually working I can’t hear anything
...so have you noticed a difference between using DTS vs Dolby Atmos? I’ve now paid for Dolby Atmos and decided to stick with this as the settings have 3 Custom graphic equaliser settings that you can adjust which give far more variations that the Windows Sonic for Headphones and DTS apps.
I've not really had a chance to spend enough time going backwards and forwards between the aps yet. I do like Atmos on the whole but the tailored settings to specific headphones on the DTS app is an attractive proposition. It means you don't get to mess with the settings like you do with Atmos but that shouldn't be necessary as long as DTS have done a decent job tuning the settings. Of course, that doesn't take into account that different people hear things differently, so a manual adjustment is useful there. I used to be a bit of an audiophile, though, and the idea of a tone control on an amp was always something audiophiles were suspicious of, never mind the graphic equalizers some systems used to have. It's a lot more sophisticated now with DSP but old habits die hard.
I bought the dts license and can't enable it. When going into settings to change it, it says I need a license, but I just bought it. It doesn't let me enable dts headphone x in the sound app either. What am I doing wrong!?
I fixed it! If you still are stuck, try restarting your console. Once on again, reopen DTS app, then go back to Xbox settings and try selecting DTS from the list.
problem is that even if you have a pair of phones dts x compatible , the games list that supports dts headphone x is dramatically limited. For xbox series s/x at least.
I'm using arctis 7x, connected wirelessly with the USB dongle. Like other people, I follow all steps but when I go back to Xbox settings and select DTS, it just tells me to download the app (already did of course). Ideas? Edit: fixed!! Just had to restart the console. Why didn't I think of that...
The only problem I habe with this, is not knowing what games are supported. Must be more than the few on their side. Because it feels like it also support surround sound with Cyberpunk an my series s. What does it do with not officially supported games? Just stereo or is that enhanced too?
That's not entirely true. The games that get the best from Dolby Atmos are those that are designed to use it. For other games Atmos does work but not as well. As for whether you should use it or not, you'll need to test it to see what you prefer. Sound can be very subjective.
Do you know if you have to open the app every day to make it work? I swear sometimes my headset isn’t putting dts audio out. Even though the Xbox still shows it set to dts in the settings.
I'm not sure about wireless speakers as I've not had a chance to look into that side of things but it should work with wireless headphones (as long as they work with the Xbox of course)
I bought the license yesterday, but I have to activate it from the application every time I turn on the xbox, this does not happen with dolby, totally disappointed
![Dolby Atmos vs DTS:X - 5 Reasons One Is Better [2020]?](http://i.ytimg.com/vi/_LVB1jwcB8I/mqdefault.jpg)
I didn't have a 4K bluray player and had to get one of the new gen consoles so I went with this one for some of the backwards compatibility features and exclusives. However, getting into this has completely given a new life to my 2.1 sound system and headphones. What I love about DTS is you know when they're working cause you can feel the sound in your chest, I own both the atmos app and the dts app just for the comparison. So far I cant really get atmos to give my logitech z232s that kick in the ass they immediately get when you hear that codec switch on and it's on "Spacious" mode. Since I can finally also play CDs again on a gaming console with series x, they sound just as amazing regardless if it's through your head phones or speaker channel set up.
My Xbox won’t recognise the usb , DTS app won’t let me do the trial etc and has error “ please plug in compatibility headphones”
Great video. I am watching the video on my Xbox and when your home screen popped up at the beginning it threw my brain and I thought RUclips had crashed on my Xbox. Again great vid
I have bought the jbl quantum 400 headset which has DTS for headphones X but isn't listed on the headphones list in the DTS Unbound app.
To my ears the DTS is superior
That doesn't actually surprise me. I've long felt that DTS sounded better in most cases.
Me too. The moment i used it i noticed it made my tb stealth 600 sound better in the bass department and more spacious compared to when i use Dolby atmos headphone.
At 1st voices in movies and games sounded off but I've gotten used to it.
Please compare Dolby and DTS. IDK which option is better.
I’m not sure either. I think it will come down to personal preference most of the time.
You’re right, though, I might have to sit down and test it out properly.
@@JoeChip were you able to do a comparison? Especially for COD WARZONE RESURGENCE game?
Needed this lol got two years after buying some headsets
Same but what’s the point of it
Great video! I use DTS Headphones on my Xbox and not only does it sound great, but it allows me to be better at games like Gears 5. If possible, could you please do a video on if there's any improvements on the Xbox Series X due to its dedicated audio hardware and also a direct comparison to PS5's 3D. I've heard it's not that good on PS5, which is what I always predicted
Do you use DAC amp or headphones ? I mean optical way ?
My best friend is a huge Sony fanboy and even he who praises everything they do say it’s garbage and he hates me for buying a cheap series s with gamepass and having dts for half he paid for his ps5 with ps plus for a year which only brought old games he already owns
At 5:07 cant find my headset. I got a Astro A20
Same I have A40
Astro A40 dont show up, what do i select for astro products?
I brought the headphones and now have to pay to use them again?
Hi Joe, I am interested in all 3 possibilities, but only in investing in one of them. Not sure if Dolby does a free trial I will need to check.
I would appreciate it if, in due course, you could do a follow-up with your own thoughts and experiences (esp. Atmos v DTS). Appreciate your work as ever. Cheers.
That's actually a good idea. I'd like to spend some time and find out which of the three options are actually best for me, so I could turn it into a video. Could take a while to work out how to set it all up and present it, though. Plus, there are so many variables (different headphones, different sound preferences, different ears), so any conclusions I draw will, necessarily, have to be taken with a pinch of salt.
It'd still be worth doing, though (mind you, I threatened to make a video about the streaming services a couple of months back and I'm still putting that together)
@@JoeChip Thanks Joe and as I said 'in due course' - I appreciate it takes a lot of effort and you have real life commitments 👍
@@JoeChip I'm looking forward to a review! If there already are reviews on the audio options, then please let me know, thank you!
Im so confused. I have the headphones but your telling me I have to PAY FOR A SUBSCRIPTION to hear my game audio thru headphones I spent over a hundred dollars on? Someone explain this
You don't have to pay anything. DTS headphone X, like Dolby Atmos for headphones, is optional. You can use Stereo or even Microsoft's own Windows Sonic for Headphones, which is free.
@@JoeChip I'm so stupid I figured it out bruh my bad
@@taylorparkboys7 No worries. Glad you got it sorted 👍
@@taylorparkboys7 what did you do it says the same thing for me
@@User-ot1cg ummm I think I just went to devices, headset or Bluetooth and held down the green button to pair
Is there a free way to get it other then the free trial?
Will they work with Pc/Ps4 HyperX headphones? Because I followed step by step and it says it worked but it’s not actually working I can’t hear anything
I’m xbox
Same here on Xbox, not working
...so have you noticed a difference between using DTS vs Dolby Atmos? I’ve now paid for Dolby Atmos and decided to stick with this as the settings have 3 Custom graphic equaliser settings that you can adjust which give far more variations that the Windows Sonic for Headphones and DTS apps.
I've not really had a chance to spend enough time going backwards and forwards between the aps yet. I do like Atmos on the whole but the tailored settings to specific headphones on the DTS app is an attractive proposition. It means you don't get to mess with the settings like you do with Atmos but that shouldn't be necessary as long as DTS have done a decent job tuning the settings.
Of course, that doesn't take into account that different people hear things differently, so a manual adjustment is useful there. I used to be a bit of an audiophile, though, and the idea of a tone control on an amp was always something audiophiles were suspicious of, never mind the graphic equalizers some systems used to have. It's a lot more sophisticated now with DSP but old habits die hard.
What’s the best custom eq settings for destiny 2 with Astro a40 tr v2 gaming headset
I’ve no idea, sorry. I don’t own the A40s.
Same I need A40 preset
Guys, in XSX whit Astro A50, DTS X crushes Dolby Atmos.
I bought the dts license and can't enable it. When going into settings to change it, it says I need a license, but I just bought it. It doesn't let me enable dts headphone x in the sound app either. What am I doing wrong!?
I'm having this issue too! Driving me insane
I fixed it! If you still are stuck, try restarting your console. Once on again, reopen DTS app, then go back to Xbox settings and try selecting DTS from the list.
@@russchristianson4448 Thank you, that worked!
I have the Xbox Wireless Headset from MS which is NOT in the list to choose. So what can I do now?
Did u end up figuring it out?
Yes@@7HEREALDON
problem is that even if you have a pair of phones dts x compatible , the games list that supports dts headphone x is dramatically limited. For xbox series s/x at least.
I'm using arctis 7x, connected wirelessly with the USB dongle. Like other people, I follow all steps but when I go back to Xbox settings and select DTS, it just tells me to download the app (already did of course). Ideas?
Edit: fixed!! Just had to restart the console. Why didn't I think of that...
Haha, I just saw someone else who did the same thing.
Glad you got it sorted 👍
LOL. Just realised that other person was also you 😂
Thank you, solved my problem!
It didn’t work for my hyper X cloud II wireless
The only problem I habe with this, is not knowing what games are supported. Must be more than the few on their side. Because it feels like it also support surround sound with Cyberpunk an my series s. What does it do with not officially supported games? Just stereo or is that enhanced too?
Does it just give me the sound or does it connect with other headphones like HyperX cloud?
im having a very hard time finding out what version my headset is. how do i figure that out?
Sorry but I’m not sure I can help you with that one.
Dolby doesn't support most games, should I even be using it? I have Astero A50s so am I missing out shutting of there features for Dolby?
That's not entirely true. The games that get the best from Dolby Atmos are those that are designed to use it. For other games Atmos does work but not as well.
As for whether you should use it or not, you'll need to test it to see what you prefer. Sound can be very subjective.
Do you know if you have to open the app every day to make it work? I swear sometimes my headset isn’t putting dts audio out. Even though the Xbox still shows it set to dts in the settings.
No, you shouldn't need to open the app every time.
Have you tried resetting your xbox? That tends to solve a lot of these issues.
@@JoeChip yeah it just sucks having to do it all the time. It’s weird. Plus webcams don’t work with the series x.
it also works if using the Streaming from the Local Xbox to Android? or do i have to use the controller bound to the xbox?
If I own 3d pulse does this work on xbox
Any plans for DTS 2.0 coming available on xbox?
I honestly don’t know. I guess we’ll find out when MS want us to know.
it’s not reading my headphones and saying they aren’t detected even though it’s plugged in and on
did you ever fix this ?
Hey do you know why is say buy a license i have a free trial can you help me out
Joe, does the app need to stay open while playing games in order for it to remain working or can I close it and it remain DTS X in my canz?
You can close it.
You have access because of the insiders preview program or is this available to anyone?
It should now be available to everyone.
I’m considering buying this but how much does it cost per month
It’s a one time payment and you’ll own it forever
I have the Arctis 5 and it won't let me set it to DTS in settings.
How do you have it connected?
I found the solution. Just restart your console, then reopen DTS app, then to back to the Xbox settings and try selecting it again.
@@russchristianson4448 Ah, the old “restart the console” trick. You’d be surprised how many problems that solves.
Glad you got it sorted 👍
Do I need this if I have a Astro A50?
Probably not. You could try out the demo, though, to see if you prefer it to the astro's own dsp. Remember to turn off the astro's dsp, though.
Is it possible to with wireless speakers or wireless headphones?
I'm not sure about wireless speakers as I've not had a chance to look into that side of things but it should work with wireless headphones (as long as they work with the Xbox of course)
DTS IS WAY MORE BETTER THAN DOLBY
I bought the license yesterday, but I have to activate it from the application every time I turn on the xbox, this does not happen with dolby, totally disappointed
That’s weird. It shouldn’t do that.
Will this work with optical for headphones
It might but you’d need to turn off any DSP on the headphones.
Is this working on every headset?
It should work with any Xbox compatible headset.
Can my mic be wireless
I’m not sure what you are asking. Can you be more specific?
I have the Xbox wireless headset. What's the better app for best sound with the headset, DTS or Dolby?
Dts
dtx it comes w software already tho
I can’t find the 14 day trial please help
That’s odd. Have you done a search?
@@JoeChip where?
Idk which headphones I have I have a Xbox one
Does it not say on them somewhere?
No
What a scam why do I need to buy an app to use a microphone?
Dont buy this shit, more often than not you will see "Not licensed" at the bottom right after purchasing.
Try rebooting your Xbox. That usually solves the problem.
This app is useless
Why?