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 [Review] Roccat Kave - Updated 8:55PM 27/Oct/2010, real 5.1 surround sound headset

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post Apr 12 2010, 07:25 AM

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QUOTE(Mr.Docter @ Apr 12 2010, 06:43 AM)
thanks for the download link. i am using Vista 64bit, so i assume K-Lite Codec Pack 64-bit is for me right?

don't know what kind of soundcard since i am using my laptop. thanks god my laptop have all 4 jack plug.

for audio driver, i am using SRS Labs of Audio Sandbox. seriously i am still newbie in high-end headphone like this. sweat.gif

i really appeciate all your tips notworthy.gif  notworthy.gif  notworthy.gif
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Nah, the 64bit codec pack is still in development as Media Player Classic does not support 64bit processing yet. So this would do.

hmm.gif Maybe you can increase the subwoofer's volume or fidelity at your SRS Labs' control panel or something?
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post Apr 12 2010, 08:54 AM

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QUOTE(Mr.Docter @ Apr 12 2010, 08:46 AM)
thanks for the link. i already download and install it.

i tried to set like you shown (Media Player Classic > Option > Audio Switcher > Enable Custom Channel Mapping > 3) and play .mp3 @ 320 kbps + SRS Audio Sandbox ON + Desk EQ 100/100/100/100 Game Mode. yet, still no vibration at all.

is there any basic setting that needed to tweak which i might forgotten? hmm.gif
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You did like this?
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post Apr 14 2010, 12:54 AM

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QUOTE(Mr.Docter @ Apr 14 2010, 12:52 AM)
tried everything and i made conclusion that my vibration device is broken sad.gif

gonna send to be fixed once back to Malaysia this mid of June.
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How much volume are you using?
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post Apr 23 2010, 02:51 AM

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You just have to mute PC Beep at Windows Sounds and Devices to eliminate the statics. I stated it on the first page of my review.
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post May 19 2010, 06:45 PM

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QUOTE(BUnicutZza @ May 19 2010, 05:11 PM)
First of all you have my respect on this detailed review,good job did it like a PRO, ok , i have one pair of this headset, why im am writing to you is because i'm still trying to get rid of  the "static noise" or background noise i constantly hear (like a seashell u have near your ear) , the backgroud / static noise gets louder at higher volumes (50% + /especialy from headphones on wire equalizer) . I tryed them on my friends computers , the noise its still there. I must mention that neither me or my friends got a sound card, we used just the on board ones, but its annoying. My specs: MB Abit P35 Pro ICH9R Chipset /On board 7.1 CH HD Audio CODEC / Realtek

Can u plz tell me,and other that may have this isue where u found answer to this problem , or what sound u deactivated/muted from sound card that now the headphone "works like a charm now". From a gamer to another gamer Respect.
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Thanks for the compliments.

In respect to your question, I've answered a similar question to Mr.Docter, thus:
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post May 19 2010, 07:04 PM

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So you muted the PC Beep but you're still hearing the statics?

Mr.Docter: Sorry man, didn't had time to respond to your PM. Had too much to do these days, with hospital, college and family.

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post May 19 2010, 08:01 PM

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QUOTE(BUnicutZza @ May 19 2010, 07:42 PM)
PC beep off = yep the sound is still there. momentary im using some stereo Phillips headphones SHM6103 model , excellent model smile.gif . @bryan No backgound noise from speakes on full volume . In my opinion and 2 months of online search is that these model of headphones use this USB cable to powerup the headset, and they are not EMI protected , or they are but the motherboard and PC circuit activities still manage to bypass and through that USB conection , u can hear the intern electric activity of youre PC (keyboard function/mouse/HDD activities), its my only answer to what its happening. Shame, hope they next product dont use and such an fault usb adapter just to power it, when u can use just the JACKS for stereo/5.1/7.1 surround sound.

Still waiting for an response from the Roccat Suport team.
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Sorry to hear that, I've no more ideas on how to solve your problem. notworthy.gif
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post May 21 2010, 12:30 AM

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So an USB extension can actually eliminate the static?
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post May 23 2010, 08:49 PM

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QUOTE(GundamManiac @ May 20 2010, 09:25 AM)
First: How did you get Realtek X-Fi on your soundcard, Silverfire?
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I'm using a modded Realtek driver which changes the sound filter, resulting in better output and gives the capability for a Realtek HDA to be tweaked with Creative Equalizer.

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post Sep 9 2010, 12:45 PM

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QUOTE(hidz7 @ Sep 9 2010, 12:18 PM)
hi guys,

planning to buy Roccat Kave for its true 5.1 surround sound. If compared to G35, which one has better surround sound quality?

and 1 more thing, can i buy this headset at lowyat, is it available there?do i need to order from any shop first or just walk in?

sorry very noob regarding this headphone thingy sweat.gif
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Definitely better than G35 for surround quality. Yes, you can get it in Low Yat Plaza shop lots. They have ready stocks there.
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post Nov 9 2010, 09:09 PM

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QUOTE(genryu @ Nov 9 2010, 06:32 PM)
will kave still produce sound if usb is not plugged in? lets just say we are travelling and listening from mp3.
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QUOTE(Ken.shin- @ Nov 9 2010, 08:23 PM)
i think so, cause the usb is for the control dock and the led lights.
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Will not produce sound if USB not plugged. It is used to power the Kave's drivers.

Just got back my Kave today from RMA biggrin.gif
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post Feb 5 2011, 02:20 AM

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QUOTE(amdhunter @ Jan 7 2011, 02:48 PM)
how does vibration effect working? Any1?
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hmm.gif As far as I know, new batch's vibration drivers are better than the old ones. The vibrations are light, but its there and sufficient to give you a good feel. Certain audio frequencies will caused the drivers to vibrate.
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QUOTE(bad_heroes86 @ Jun 1 2011, 08:45 PM)
Roccat Kave + Sound Blaster X-Fi Surround 5.1 Pro..is it ok???
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I'm sure it will be a great combination. Try it and tell us your findings and experience!
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post Jun 14 2011, 09:43 PM

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QUOTE(MichaelJohn @ Jun 14 2011, 06:16 PM)
mmm...
Tempting to get one...

My motherboard (Asus M4A785TD V-EVO) audio specs :
VT1708S 8-Channel High Definition Audio CODEC

Can fit all those jacks into the audio socket?  hmm.gif
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Yes, as long as you got 4 jacks, its ready to go! I bet yours has 8.


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QUOTE(MichaelJohn @ Jun 14 2011, 06:16 PM)
mmm...
Tempting to get one...

My motherboard (Asus M4A785TD V-EVO) audio specs :
VT1708S 8-Channel High Definition Audio CODEC

Can fit all those jacks into the audio socket?  hmm.gif
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Yes, as long as you got 4 jacks, its ready to go! I bet yours has 8.

This post has been edited by Silverfire: Jun 14 2011, 09:43 PM
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post Jun 14 2011, 10:04 PM

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QUOTE(MichaelJohn @ Jun 14 2011, 09:53 PM)
I have a couple of Questions of my own...

according to (maybe) all users who own them , they noticed that after many pro-long hours of using it , their ears started to hurt.
and the weight on the head , can you tell me a bit more  hmm.gif
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Its heavy. I don't think you will ever experience such heavy headphones in your life(lol, maybe not for army issued).
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post Jun 14 2011, 10:28 PM

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QUOTE(-Ty-Incubus @ Jun 14 2011, 10:10 PM)
Hi, i have a question to ask here too.
I just bought Dr Dre Solo HD and use it on my pc.
I was surprised that the sound quality i heard from my headset is par, well below the quality i expected.
At 1st, i thought it was the headphone but then after i read this thread, i found out that sound card is important too. (Sorry, I'm total newbie in PC).
So I come across searching for sound card, but most of them are either 5.1 or 7.1 which compliment the high end speakers set up.
For my case, I just want to use my headphone in gaming and musics only. I found Asus Xonar headphone amp. So guys, I wana ask, is that sound card suitable for me? Or is it indifferent with the on board sound card?
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Is your Dr Dre genuine? Lotsa fakes nowaday. My friend work as a salesman there so he know.

QUOTE(-Ty-Incubus @ Jun 14 2011, 10:19 PM)
Alright, thanks for the advise.

But I'm not so satisfied with the level of quality coming from the headphone.

It isn't the same sound quality as compared to when i plug in my headphone to iphone.
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So which is better? What onboard soundcard are you using?


QUOTE(MichaelJohn @ Jun 14 2011, 10:12 PM)
What about after pro-long hours of playing?
Cause I'm probably like playing games and surfing like 3-5 hours a day...
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Yes, surely headache. Not ear pain, more like real headache like putting a heavy dictionary on top of your head for 10 minutes.

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post Jun 16 2011, 02:52 AM

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How much is it? USB/PCI or what?

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