Sound BlasterX G6 Setup Video

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Sound BlasterX G6 - 7.1 HD External Console Gaming DAC Amp with Xamp Discrete Headphone Bi-amp for PS4™, Xbox One, Nintendo Switch, and PC
Need help setting up the Sound BlasterX G6? Watch this setup video for a detailed tutorial.
00:32 - PC and Consoles Setup
01:41 - Controls on SoundBlasterX G6
04:09 - GameVoice Mix on PS4™
05:25 - Sound Blaster Command Software
Learn more - creative.com/g6

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@PhysioMage Жыл бұрын

This really needs a redo for Xbox Series X and PS5. Those consoles do not have an optical port.

@jonathanhall1030 Жыл бұрын

I heard that ps5 and Xbox series x do have optical ports but if they don’t it might work by running a 3.5mm aux cord from your controller to the line in port on the back then plug your headset and mic in the front. Not 100% sure though

@NateWolfKira Жыл бұрын

@@jonathanhall1030 Neither console has an optical port. You need an audio extractor.

@xxslimshady90xx69 Жыл бұрын

I use this with my PS5. It’s amazing.

@jmezyy5010 Жыл бұрын

@@xxslimshady90xx69 without the optical cable it is still amazing?

@backalleysally2199 Жыл бұрын

@@xxslimshady90xx69 how

@juanmanuelramos403 3 жыл бұрын

I wish they'd release a 200-250 dollar option of the G series that's even BETTER #Wish Maybe like an X7 + G6 + Sxfi :)

@synx6775 3 жыл бұрын

YOU JUST SAVED MY LIFE THANKS :)

@251bms 3 жыл бұрын

Nice!

@KimKim-jf8cv Жыл бұрын

Does it have echo or/and reverb adjust option ? And the headphone with mic jack works with TRS or TRRS connector ? Thanks.

@BeardedFire Жыл бұрын

so directly connected it, its on stereo and direct output i get very bassy sound and the bass is killer, is there a fix for this ?

@yukegaming8788 2 жыл бұрын

I have this connected to my PC but want to connect my PS4 as well....do i just get a SPDIF -> Aux-In cable? USB-C is connected to my PC obviously...there is an option in my PC software -> optimized for PC and PS4? do i just switch to that?

@KRATOS_XIX Жыл бұрын

Update this video for PS5 please and also include the set-up for SoundBlasterX G6 to PS5 without the need for Mic and GameVoice Mix, all I want is the simplest way on how to make my headphones go loud.

@jor840 Жыл бұрын

You can do this by using the pc command software. Go to the equalizer and on the left you see the overall volume / loudness. Bump that up to 12 db (Dezibels) and you are good to go:)

@NeonPizza80s 4 ай бұрын

It's pretty weird how every time i boot up my PS5, the Volume gets knocked back down from 100% to 50% when using the G6. This doesn't happen with Nintendo Switch though. as is, the volume dial is very annoying since there's no Arrow, nor does it stop or meet an end. It's finicky too. And it would be nice if you could turn off the X and Volume Dial ring light when pairing it with gaming consoles. Seems like both options are just PC exclusive. Oh well, I'm selling mine and switching over to Schiit Hel. :P

@clerus17 2 жыл бұрын

Can i customize treble and bass on console?

@alexandre67 2 жыл бұрын

Since I connected my speakers with an optical cable, the potentiometer does not work anymore. Do you have a solution?

@ottovalverde1840 3 ай бұрын

Hey everyone. I just bought myself a brand-new MSI G274QPF-QD. I am loving my new monitor. However, I am facing one issue with it, which is my speakers which are connected to the headphone jack of my monitor, they’re too soft. a friend recommend me this kind of device to fix the issue is this really gonna help me ?

@supertt275 2 жыл бұрын

Why every time when i start the ps5 the sbx lights is on but i have no effect like surround sound, i need to turn it off and then on again to work?? All through the settings are saved but its just off

@trystanmarshall1867 2 жыл бұрын

Can you use this DAC with sound bar setup's

@campos3452 3 жыл бұрын

This is a great product. Although when connected to PS5 there is some interference when 3D audio is ON. May be PS5 doesn’t support Tempest 3D Audio through USB??

@TANuclear 2 жыл бұрын

What interference do you mean?

@Flipp1912 2 жыл бұрын

Which app works with G6? My command app works only with the g3 sound card...

@BobRooney290 2 жыл бұрын

their marketing department did a good job into tricking me into believing that the optical out has dolby digital passthrough. it does not. ended up returning it for an actual sound blaster card.

@jonnygo2570 Жыл бұрын

just curious, what sound blaster card did u end up buying?

@tfutube6525 2 жыл бұрын

I use mmx300 with g6 for pc I have problem about discord that is no sound from my party talk (green ring activate) when I play games in steam. How to fix it?

@IIHydraII 3 жыл бұрын

For optimal sound, would I max volume on the card and adjust with headphone controls, or vice versa?

@Foxhood Жыл бұрын

Doubt you are still seeking an answer. But for those who might be interest: In audio one ideally wants the original signal to be big and modify volume further down the signal path. So volume to the card high, then use headphone control to reduce/increase. The reasoning is that with a bigger signal, the DAC chip itself can use more of its range to output every little change. With the analog stuff behind it having a easier job filtering/amplifying it. A smaller signal risks small bits of information getting lost and unwanted signals like noise leaking in and getting greatly amplified.

@Watskeburt 9 ай бұрын

@@Foxhoodthx champ

@Walid_Kharseh 7 сағат бұрын

@@Foxhood Can you clarify more please, So should i turn up the sound to max on the dac and lower on my headset/window audio for best audio quality?

@obie8409 2 жыл бұрын

You can connect it to your console via USB and a 3.5mm jack to output from your PC, to listen to both audio on one pair of headphones. You will hear buzzing unless you get a Ground Loop Noise Isolator.

@haies09 2 жыл бұрын

How would one use this for one microphone for the console and pc at the same time?

@obie8409 2 жыл бұрын

@@haies09 the microphone works only on the console sadly. I’m pretty sure if you try to connect a 3.5mm to the back of the sound blaster and the other end to the pc that will just cause the sound from console to go to the pc

@haies09 2 жыл бұрын

@@obie8409 what I’m wanting to do is listen and stream the game chat/audio, and use one mic for game chat and pc at the same time. So I can use a soundboard/pad on Steam on the console when I want. Hope that makes sense, I’m sure there is devices I can buy to do this, but if I can find a more simple way first, I want to go that route

@obie8409 2 жыл бұрын

@@haies09 I’m sure there is something but at a higher price. I use remote play app for my ps5 on the pc and use my sound board that way, but then you’ll need a separate mic on the pc to talk through. I tried looking for another way without having both on but I gave up lol. Let me know if you find away because that will make my WiFi happier.

@WavyVaporizers 2 жыл бұрын

@@obie8409 Can I use a g5 or g6 with a series x? I'm guessing I'd need a audio extractor right? I just wanna know if I can use it on series x so I can have louder sound and voice chat with people online. Idc if I cant lower the volume of chat with the knob or not I just want louder sound and voice chat to work. I have a vmoda boom pro mic attached to a shp 9500. I also have a mod mic if I truely need to use a separate mic. Please help. I'm trying to make a decision but I cant because I've scoured through reddit and cant find anyone saying yes. For ps5 I heard the g5 g6 works with audio and game chat with or without the audio extractor but never hear anyone say this works with series x with both voice chat and sound enhancement

@MikeleKonstantyFiedorowiczIV 8 ай бұрын

smart vol is best option imo

@crate718 2 жыл бұрын

Can the optical out connect to the Xbox controller using a regular 3.5mm trs cable. I am trying to figure a way to chat using a Y splitter. I love it and enjoy it but I would love to use it for its full potential

@WavyVaporizers 2 жыл бұрын

What kind of xbox are u using? I have a series x and I wanna know if I can use the g5 or g6 with my series x with or without a audio extractor/ hdmi converter. I'm just trying to make my sound louder than just plugging in my headset into the controller as well as being able to use voice chat online. Please help. I dont wanna go astro route if I dont really have to. Ty

@NeonPizza80s 11 ай бұрын

Connecting an optical/toslink cable to your TV's aux port and straight to your game console will have lousier audio Vs using USB(2.0) which is supported with Switch & PS5.

@bialek.online 9 ай бұрын

I wish I could hear what you are saying but I have a Sound BlasterX G6 sound card! And it's great, all the past 6 hours of me trying to install it were great - I totally recommend it if you are really done with living

@jose-cg7ff Ай бұрын

u was right

@WavyVaporizers 2 жыл бұрын

Can I use the g5 OG g6 with the series x and ps5? I wanna have higher volume than just plugging my headset into a controller as well as be able to voice chat with people while online.. can I do this with a audio extractor for my series x and ps5 or no?

@Alucard198620 2 жыл бұрын

no this shit can't see my xbox ss. i bought g6 just for xbox ss and bayerdynamic dt-770pro headphones. The xbox itself does not say anything when the g6 is connected and there is no sound either ... I changed the headphones. Don't buy this crap for consoles without an optical output. Sorry for my english, im from russia. Best regards, friend.

@WavyVaporizers 2 жыл бұрын

@@Alucard198620 so with an optical I can use this with series x and hear louder better sound plus voice chat working online if I get the optical??

@Brothers2Keeper 8 ай бұрын

@@Alucard198620I got this for my series x and my hd560s headphones and I got no noise and no recognition on the Xbox. Going to be returning this for sure.

@jor840 Жыл бұрын

I’m using the G6 with PlayStation 5. works good, but I can’t somehow adjust the volume balance between game sound and voices in chat as it was possible without the G6 in the sound settings of the PlayStation. Any help?

@Hijynx87 11 ай бұрын

Hold the dial. There is volume mode, sidetone and game/chat. You might need a hdmi audio extractor so you can use an optical.

@thelonepainter4760 3 жыл бұрын

Does this new software work on the x7?

@ProgrammingWithOsku Жыл бұрын

We need old sound effects like echo sound etc

@0ff_13lvck4 2 жыл бұрын

I can't find this software anywhere. Has it been disabled/discontinued?

@abdulmlk1962 2 жыл бұрын

now when i download sound blaster command, it isnt the same. the only options im given are the recording and mixer options , I can't find this software anywhere , any fix?

@christianenriquez6142 2 жыл бұрын

Try sound blaster connect 2?

@hamsterken 2 жыл бұрын

So ...can it decode DOLBY digital siganl?

@opowiesciprzykawie2957 2 жыл бұрын

Does it work under linux?

@Hthegoat 5 ай бұрын

I have a huuge problem. I can not make my mic work thru G6... I have blackshark V2 usb, hyper x cloud alpha s..a lot of headphones..and fword it..I can not device manager/ sound /I tried every option with set default/ set deafult comm...only mic array work and damn...I do not want that.

@RatchetMiner 5 ай бұрын

Can this be used for the iPhone/iPad?

@MrWoodhaven11421 6 ай бұрын

Can you hook up your TV to Optical out to the Sound Blaster?

@Tyson-luvs-nuggets 5 ай бұрын

Yes you can

@guyfawkes469 2 жыл бұрын

What is the minimum power requirements of the power adaptor?

@TubeofDestiny 2 жыл бұрын

Manual says 1A, someone on reddit said 0.5A minimum. It depends on the power required by your headphones, if your pair is 10-150 Ohm and generally easy to drive, power consumption is definitely under 1A.

@Omizuke 3 ай бұрын

I don't see why you can't add the GameVoice Mix to PC as well. Even if you have to connect to cables. I mean, in theory, I could connect the USB and the optical/line in from the PC. Use a software like Steel Series GG to control the output of game sound to go through Optical which shows as Digital Output, and then set chat to output through another, in this case USB. If I connect my USB C to 3.5 to my PC. For chat playback I get options: Realtek Digital Output, that's the Optical, Realtek Audio Speakers, that's the 3.5mm at the back, and Headset (USB-C to 3.5mm Headphone Jack Adapter). Allowing me to output different audio through different jacks. So why not connect the G6 similarly to the PS4 to the PC. Yeah it would use 2 cables, but it should work. All you need is t add the control output device feature to your software like the SteelSeries GG Sonar app does.

@memoli801 2 жыл бұрын

...but how long till Creative screws up its driver and software ??

@LaraPlays-jl4ol 2 ай бұрын

Hi i bought my new G6 just yesterday i started to use it for gaming and music everything with buttons works but when i plug in my microphone it either records nothing or a very low percentage of it ive tried to adjust to the highest recording levels trough the windows sound settings but its still the same and when i have the sound card plugged in and used in gaming it crashes my game and even restarts my computer on its own which never happened before can this be solved? am considering to returning it and find another choice if this can't be solved

@bialek.online Ай бұрын

I can diagnose it for you just give me a minute. hmm... ah yes. I found the cause of your issue. It looks like it's a user error (that is your fault). My analysis indicates that your fault caused you having a defective unsupported product, as contained in your description, in particular the sentence "I bought my new G6". I hope this solves your problem. Thank you for being a valued customer and were looking forward to seeing you r money the Sound Bastard Team

@ItzTheDay Жыл бұрын

Still no fix for the horrible delay in mic monitoring.

@brianj1r144 2 жыл бұрын

I just need to power my dt1990 pros and I’m hoping this is all I need

@kouki7796 Жыл бұрын

Did it worked well?i have also the 1990dt pro and i just bought the soundblaster x6

@brianj1r144 Жыл бұрын

@@kouki7796 it works fine but to me doesn’t sound as good as hooking it up to my pc dac and amp. But better than plugging that bad boy into your controller that’s for sure

@kouki7796 Жыл бұрын

@@brianj1r144 i wanted to buy topping 3 pro + but it cost 70$ more :/ if it wont sound good i will probably return it to amazon.

@nikidk488 Жыл бұрын

How to get to the maximum sound quality if I’m listening with headphones?? And what the quality will be please?

@danielkowalski7527 Жыл бұрын

pick direct mode and go 32b 384khz

@J_Halstead_ 3 жыл бұрын

i dont have the digital audio out optical setting, my only option is soundblaster g6?

@equay1990 3 жыл бұрын

Go to Sound and Screen settings menu > then Audio Output Settings

@J_Halstead_ 3 жыл бұрын

@@equay1990 i was on the wrong page... that worked cheers mate !

@AD-xn7pt 2 жыл бұрын

we use the command or the connect software? whats the diffrence?

@sgt.rexpowercolt3221 2 жыл бұрын

Command is the newer version

@MLGxBXRxPRO 2 жыл бұрын

Is the optical in thats on the back a 3.5mm headphone jack???

@evgenanas1033 2 жыл бұрын

lol I'm also confused about that. What kind of optical is that? It looks like a 3.5mm jack and yet they call it optical in.

@evgenanas1033 2 жыл бұрын

Ok so i checked an unboxing video and it's a male mini tos that goes in there. Not a 3.5mm jack.

@viktork.8737 2 жыл бұрын

@@evgenanas1033 both, since there is toslink in a jack socket, what is multifunctional! :)

@MikeleKonstantyFiedorowiczIV 29 күн бұрын

When new model of g6

@sweeleangloh Жыл бұрын

Hi, is this a better option or the internal sound card for my PC?

@NoSend901 Жыл бұрын

I've got the AE 5 internal soundcard, 2nd one I've owned.on my newest build I've got a terrible buzzing sound every time I use the mic, people I'm gaming with say it sounds like I'm getting my hair buzzed lol.I think I'm just unlucky and it picking up electronic noise .I'm going to try and return it and put this external dac.Ive been researching alot, and this seems to be the best for the money for purely gaming

@sweeleangloh Жыл бұрын

@@NoSend901 hey there, I read somewhere they said its due to the power connection for RGB lights. Try unplugging it see if it helps.

@NoSend901 Жыл бұрын

@@sweeleangloh they aren't connected

@NoSend901 Жыл бұрын

@@sweeleangloh I've got a 13900k on a Maximus Z790 board, the more watts, the more susceptible to electronic I interference I've heard

@sweeleangloh Жыл бұрын

@@NoSend901 hehe ok...hope the external dac will help in your case..😀

@dokanyon 2 жыл бұрын

Guys in which slot should i connect my speakers?

@silvergrid5421 3 ай бұрын

line out

@Flipp1912 2 жыл бұрын

Which App for console? Command app works with G3 but doesnt work with my new g6😒

@gaborszeles6387 2 жыл бұрын

Was the headphone loud enough on ps5 with G3?

@Flipp1912 2 жыл бұрын

@@gaborszeles6387 not really, now ive got the g6 and this ist much better!

@gaborszeles6387 2 жыл бұрын

@@Flipp1912 txh for help, and with the g3 get louder approx 2x vs dualsense ?

@danielkowalski7527 Жыл бұрын

So after changing graphic card 1650 to rx 6600 my sound blaster X g6 started to go MUTE randomly or at certain instances in games.... Any help? ;-D unplugging helps for very short time

@Woad25 10 ай бұрын

I don't know if you're still having this issue but I sort of had this issue with the DAC going quiet. I solved it by updating the firmware, have you tried that route?

@danielkowalski7527 10 ай бұрын

Thx I bought another dac which is producing cracking sounds on my pc, at least no restarts, going mute etc. Seems like usb's current is crappy, On latptop both devices (g6 and new dac) works perfectly fine ;-s

@Woad25 10 ай бұрын

@@danielkowalski7527 Ah okay, well all's well that ends well :)

@jonallen4468 3 ай бұрын

I have one and now if it’s plugged in it crashed my pc. Only had in for a few months any idea why that would be?

@PinoyMukbangPro 2 жыл бұрын

only headphones? No speaker output?

@silvergrid5421 3 ай бұрын

there is a line out port wich is combined port for 3.5mm jack and optical cable. You can plug your speaker there. No output swich button in DAC tho. Need to switch it by app

@MonsterChuck 2 жыл бұрын

Game and voice mix does not work on PC???? wtf! This is such a huge feature. Why would you not include this for PC???

@0ff_13lvck4 2 жыл бұрын

Because you can manually mix your audio on your PC with either the default windows mixer, or by adjusting settings between the game and whatever chat application you're using.

@bangourad95 2 жыл бұрын

Direct mode not working on PS5?? Can't get it to work by pressing the scout mode button for 2 seconds.

@MrChrisblue03 2 жыл бұрын

I am having the same issue..

@SkyCrest 2 жыл бұрын

@@MrChrisblue03 I saw someone said on other forum, that you need to enable direct mode on PC and then pull it out and connect to PS5. Do tell if it works

@tobymorvant8175 3 жыл бұрын

Any workarounds for the Series X??

@tobymorvant8175 3 жыл бұрын

If you have an optical out on your TV you can go that route.

@mrantonelski 3 жыл бұрын

@@tobymorvant8175 I got an optical out on my tv, but what about the mic? Will it work?

@tobymorvant8175 3 жыл бұрын

@@mrantonelski unfortunately not but at least you can benefit from the sound. Trying to figure out a workaround.

@tobymorvant8175 3 жыл бұрын

I used a splitter and plugged my mic into the controller. This works as long a your mic detaches.

@mrantonelski 3 жыл бұрын

@@tobymorvant8175 I use a sennheiser headphone with a modmic 5, so yes it is separate. To recap, I connect the headphones to the g6, then the g6 to the tv with the optical cable and the microphone directly in the pad? Thanks in advance

@backalleysally2199 Жыл бұрын

How does this pair with beyerdynamics mmx300

@albearx Жыл бұрын

ITS SHIT

@Gyneco-Phobia 7 ай бұрын

So, I can connect this to my PC via USB but there is no TOSLINK to connect my speakers with. Too bad, god dammit. Can someone suggest one with TOSLINK and similar capabilities? At least 122-130db SNR? Around 80-120$ and drivers that work for sure on Windows 10? I'd get the AE5 but it doesn't fit due to my freakily big GPU. I need to get a new M/B too hence I don't think it's worth it.

@xxsplashaxxchris3607 2 жыл бұрын

Works on PS5? Without optical?

@bangourad95 2 жыл бұрын

Oui. Connecte le sur le port usb

@H-2-O 3 жыл бұрын

Folks please tell me this works on the series x !

@Janikkkkk 3 жыл бұрын

They work good but only sound not mic on xbox

@H-2-O 3 жыл бұрын

@@Janikkkkk are you telling me Xbox series x can support 3D surround audio if I’m connecting this to the system via optical cable..? Please confirm this Janik, regardless of Mic support as it’s not really a concern for single player games..

@tordb 2 жыл бұрын

WHAT YOU SAY

@qrooshi2864 11 ай бұрын

Is it work in windows 11 ? Need to know 😫

@Klipi09 10 ай бұрын

Yes

@chrispy8902 2 жыл бұрын

can someone help? i got a new computer, and now when i download sound blaster command, it isnt the same. the only options im given are the recording and mixer options. any fix?

@GlasgowIsBlue 2 жыл бұрын

Maybe try download the latest sound blaster command, if you haven't already.

@naumanazeem3445 2 жыл бұрын

How to get 5.1 sound?

@danys2427 Жыл бұрын

no 5.1 sound :-C only virtual in headphones.

@kimothemo 3 жыл бұрын

Can i use for Zoom or Skype?

@madpancake9891 3 жыл бұрын

that doesn't really make sense to buy a sound card for such purpose. External sound card is only useful if you already have high-end headphones or speaker set. If you are rocking some gaming headset, it will be a waste of money, which you could spend on better headphones.

@ss11777711ss 2 жыл бұрын

yes

@Aetlaify 4 ай бұрын

Monetizing that video? Oh come on guys... What a shame

@techroom6701 Жыл бұрын

The Sound Demo you can find here: kzfaq.info/get/bejne/huClgr18r62xaJs.html

@Dr.WhetFarts Жыл бұрын

Update this thing with USB C!!!!!!!!!!

@HistoryMajor7 3 жыл бұрын

Why are the cables so short. It makes the product almost useless. I have to be like 3 feet away to play the console using this

@ferdinandgonzalez7407 3 жыл бұрын

You can buy longer ones. Problem solved.

@IIHydraII 3 жыл бұрын

It's main focus is PC usage. You can buy longer mini usb dirt cheap if you need longer ones.

@informedquasar7696 2 жыл бұрын

@@IIHydraII can I connect it to my ps4 controller with aux or will it not work

@IIHydraII 2 жыл бұрын

@@informedquasar7696 no. You plug it into your PS4 with a USB, then plug your headphones/headset into the Soundblaster. You can still use your mic, you don’t need to plug it into your controller for that.

@informedquasar7696 2 жыл бұрын

@@IIHydraII so I can't connect it to my controller?

@birdsoup777 5 ай бұрын

Make the fu kin thing usb c. USB mini A is the worst usb connection in the history of usb connections. Aside from that horse sh t, its an excellent dac amp.