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Injoemomma t1_iy2btsl wrote

Reply to comment by day_oh in Anyone else playing warzone with stereo headphones? …….Taking a break from playing until next Thursday for Warzone2. I hope to continue to maximize my competitive advantage with these HD800s. I can hear other players before they hear me. by [deleted]

Please help. Just ordered a HD800 s solely for CS-GO. What amp/DAC combo do you have and what do you recommend for me? I’m assuming I do not need anything crazy since I’m just using it for CS-GO. I want something easy to use since I’m not tech savvy and don’t have have patience to mess with electronics.

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day_oh t1_iy2vlmy wrote

I have a simple set up using Schitt Hel (ver 1 and not 2e) as my dac/amp connected to the controller! You can use the usb to connect straight to the consoles but you lose access to mic functionality. Also i find the spatial audio feature from both the PS5 and Series X work better through the controller.

My set up goes as follows: Controller -> In-line cable -> Schitt Hel dac/amp -> HD800s

You can find a lavalier mic and connect to the Schitt Hel mic out which has volume control!

Hope this helps and congrats on your new HD800s!

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Injoemomma t1_iy4e32u wrote

Thanks! You think the version 2e is better? It’s very affordable. I will use it on pc. You think it’s enough to power the hd800s when using it on pc for counterstrike? Is that a DAC and amp combo? Sorry. I’m a noob to all this. Lol. Thanks! I’m excited! How do you like the comfort? I can’t have something clamping on my head. That’s why I bought them. They haven’t arrived yet.

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day_oh t1_iy9mmp7 wrote

You think the version 2e is better?--id stay away from these based on online reviews i've read.

I also occasionally use a SoundblastX G6 which is a slightly cheaper alternative but i find the sound it produces can often sound a little "processed"

Actually, your pc soundcard might be more than sufficient to power the 800s.

You think it’s enough to power the hd800s when using it on pc for counterstrike? -- the 800s are actually pretty easy to power so yes.

Is that a DAC and amp combo? -- yes. Schitt Hel is a dac/amp combo.

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