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Headphones crackling sound!
ALright, so I've had the beyerdynamic DT990 pro for about a year now, and ever since i got them there's been this craclklng popping sound appearing really often. I've tried to disable/enable windows enchancements, changed frequency etc..but it keeps coming. Are the headphones broken or may it be due to the sole fact that i don't have an amplifier to power these 250 ohms headphones?
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You definitely need an amp for those.
Maybe try that.
Otherwise, if you have to get a new pair, see if you can RMA them first. If you can't, I'd suggest getting the same brand if you're happy with them, or try Sennheiser.
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Maybe try that.
Otherwise, if you have to get a new pair, see if you can RMA them first. If you can't, I'd suggest getting the same brand if you're happy with them, or try Sennheiser.
Oh I love these headphones, they're nice and comfy, and the soundstage is amazing despite not having an amp. Using the windows "powerful equalizer" makes them sound incredible and loud.

But is the chance for the crackling sounds to dissappear high?

Side note*
I also have the beyerdynamic custom one pro plus - Also quite good, not too comfortable in length but the bass doesn't fail. But the ear pads do as they have a really bad habit of splitting. Hence why I bought DT990

As for amps I'm considering either Sound BlasterX G6 as it's currently on a 34% sale on a shop nearby - or the Sound Blaster X7 since it seems to be superior to most others. I have no idea of how good an amp can be, nor what difference they'll offer. So it'd be nice if anyone could elaborate for me.
Последно редактиран от rotNdude; 19 ноем. 2018 в 6:33
Either one should be good enough. G6 should be good value since it's on sale like that.
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Either one should be good enough. G6 should be good value since it's on sale like that.
How much more would the X7 benefir me, if at all?

And would a interal sound card give a better result?
Последно редактиран от rotNdude; 19 ноем. 2018 в 6:34
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And would a interal sound card give a better result?


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How much more would the X7 benefir me, if at all?

It seems G6 and X7 are just DAC, Digital-Analog Converters.
What you need, is an straight up amplifier.

Here's a list of some of the best Amps in the market:

https://www.themasterswitch.com/best-headphone-amps


THe 1st one would be the best choice because of price and being all you need as home user.
Последно редактиран от Sapph; 18 ноем. 2018 в 13:16
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ALright, so I've had the beyerdynamic DT990 pro for about a year now, and ever since i got them there's been this craclklng popping sound appearing really often. I've tried to disable/enable windows enchancements, changed frequency etc..but it keeps coming. Are the headphones broken or may it be due to the sole fact that i don't have an amplifier to power these 250 ohms headphones?

With practical certainty, I can say that there is no connection between the impedance of your headphones and the noise you're getting. The two main symptoms of underpowered phones would be a loss in dynamic range (with bass suffering first) and volume, in that order--not crackling. Now, to be technical you CAN get noise due to improperly matched impedances, but this tends to be a low-level thermal (white) noise, and is quite distinctive from what you described. The other signature in cases of extreme under-powering is distortion, which is always obvious.

But crackling or popping is indicative of a different problem. Some possibilities could be crosstalk between the sound circuit and some other device in the computer, a loose connection in either the port or plug, a bad ground, or a bad connection between a signal line and one of the drivers. You should test these phones on several other devices to try to rule out some of the above possibilities and determine if you have a defective unit.

As for the question of general sound quality/output and amplifiers, this too is a mixed bag, and fraught with incomplete and sometimes incorrect information. Remember that overall power output is a function of both resistance and sensitivity. As a general rule, output, especially dynamic range, will *always* improve with dedicated amplification. But there is also wide variation in performance between pairings of high-impedance drivers and different equipment. For example, in anecdotal observations with my 250Ω Sennheiser cans, I've been truly surprised. Generally, most desktop computers with dedicated sound cards will sound good. OTOH, direct output from most laptop computers sounds like crap, however the sound from one particular Asus gaming laptop I have is exceptionally good and very robust, even at lower frequencies. Output from most smartphones will be on average quite bad. While high quality phones generally have very good DAC's, the OPamps simply can't provide sufficient power at higher impedances. Again, there are exceptions, like the fact that my Samsung Note 4 pairs really nicely with the 250Ω Sennys, as well as an older set of HK's, which are also north of 200Ω. I've had similar experience with my DT 880's, with some minor variations.

So by all means, get a ded amp when possible; otherwise YMMV, but there are no laws dictating that you will always get ♥♥♥♥♥♥ sound without one.

Hope this helps a bit.
I'll buy an amp but I've got no clue which. I rather order something in Norway but the selection seems small. I have ordered the G6 due to its discount, but i got told just now it may take weeks to arrivw. So what should I do? Grt the x7?
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I'll buy an amp but I've got no clue which. I rather order something in Norway but the selection seems small. I have ordered the G6 due to its discount, but i got told just now it may take weeks to arrivw. So what should I do? Grt the x7?

Those are not Amps. They are DACs. As I said before. But if you are also getting the DAC, either one is fine. DO what you think is best. Can't wait a week or 2? Get the X7.

For the amp, take anything you can find with decent price that can do at least up to 300 ohms. (of course, since your headphones are 250 ohm)

Manufacturer and all that doesn't really matter, for the most part, amp is amp when it comes to home use.
Последно редактиран от Sapph; 19 ноем. 2018 в 7:55
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I'll buy an amp but I've got no clue which. I rather order something in Norway but the selection seems small. I have ordered the G6 due to its discount, but i got told just now it may take weeks to arrivw. So what should I do? Grt the x7?

Those are not Amps. They are DACs. As I said before. But if you are also getting the DAC, either one is fine. DO what you think is best. Can't wait a week or 2? Get the X7.

For the amp, take anything you can find with decent price that can do at least up to 300 ohms. (of course, since your headphones are 250 ohm)

Manufacturer and all that doesn't really matter, for the most part, amp is amp when it comes to home use.
It's stated in lots of places that theyre borh dac and amp.
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It seems G6 and X7 are just DAC, Digital-Analog Converters.
What you need, is an straight up amplifier.

They have a DAC and dedicated amplification.

The G6 is newer and has a 32 bit Sabre DAC, with dedicated amplification branded "Xamp".
Attempt to hold the cable, with your thumb behind it and two fingers in front, giving a slight curve. Then run the fingers slowly up and down the cable to the ends, while it's playing some light music or similar. At the ends, rotate the plug slightly.

Check for any breaks or cracking to occur during that movement of the cable.

Next check the cable going from left speaker to right speaker across the top, underneath the headband. Any breaks there?

Beyerdynamic are a high quality brand, which even offers you replacement components. You can replace most and make it appear completely brand new again. It's however the cables which get pulled a bit or have a break occur in them, before it even gets to the speaker, this would need to be sent back in for repairs, if the case.

ps: This is additional notes, in case the discussion above isn't the issue. However, as others have already said, match the ohms to amp / sound card output too.
Последно редактиран от Azza ☠; 19 ноем. 2018 в 8:32
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You definitely need an amp for those.

^^^

You absolutely need a good headphone amp for a high impedance phones like those. I would personally recommend a JDS Labs CmoyBB (Bass Boost). Go for the standard 18V version and use an Ac adapter with them. If you tell them what phones you have he'll even custom balance them for you.

I've owned several of these amps. They all work wonderfully and are moderately priced. He'll ship internationally as well (though you gotta pay for it, of course).

https://www.jdslabs.com/products/1/cmoybb-v2-03-headphone-amplifier/
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You definitely need an amp for those.

^^^

You absolutely need a good headphone amp for a high impedance phones like those. I would personally recommend a JDS Labs CmoyBB (Bass Boost). Go for the standard 18V version and use an Ac adapter with them. If you tell them what phones you have he'll even custom balance them for you.

I've owned several of these amps. They all work wonderfully and are moderately priced. He'll ship internationally as well (though you gotta pay for it, of course).

https://www.jdslabs.com/products/1/cmoybb-v2-03-headphone-amplifier/
I've bought the g6 already, i've got no clue what to expect and what not. This shids confusing me
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It seems G6 and X7 are just DAC, Digital-Analog Converters.
What you need, is an straight up amplifier.

They have a DAC and dedicated amplification.

The G6 is newer and has a 32 bit Sabre DAC, with dedicated amplification branded "Xamp".

Ah, so it seems. It was hard to find the full specs of it. As they are not very clearly laid out even in Creative's own site.
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