the wait is finally over the new sony playstation 5 and xbox series x are here and we couldn't be
more excited these next generation gaming systems bring a lot to the table in terms of audio
performance but you'll need the right equipment to take advantage of the power hiding underneath
the hood if you're familiar with our videos you'll know we get really excited about vinyl
home theater design and of course high performance audio and video but here at audio advice we love
immersive gaming too we've rounded up our most passionate video game enthusiasts and home theater
experts to bring you this comprehensive list of high performance audio and video essentials to
level up your gaming as always be sure to click the link in the description to read our full
written comparison on audioadvice.com there we have organized our audio and video essentials
for high performance gaming into their own unique categories for everyone's budget
for this video we're going to focus on our top number one recommendation for each category but
first let's cover the most exciting tech that's making audio more immersive for
gaming with the next-gen consoles there's a lot to unpack here so let's get started
one of the coolest innovations we are really excited to see is the playstation 5's dedicated
3d audio capabilities called tempest engine sony developed its own 3d audio engine it's a powerful
chipset that removes all constraints for precious computing resources it'll be a very powerful game
changer for immersive 3d audio luckily tempest 3d will still work with receivers and other gear
with height capabilities your avr just might not show the indicator light for atmos but
it'll work with your dolby atmos equipment xbox series x on the other hand has atmos so
everything will work exactly as expected for those who may not know dolby atmos adds elevation to
your sound stage so rather than the sound simply going from left to right and front to back atmos
lets you experience sounds from top to bottom too this immerses you in a world of sounds as
if they're occurring in three dimensional space in dolby atmos sound bars speakers
direct the sound upwards and towards the ceiling where the sound then bounces back down to you
there's also 3d audio for headsets too which is basically a comparable tech for gaming
headphones hdmi 2.1 is the next innovation here we are really excited about and it's
a big deal in a lot of ways especially for gamers and particularly for ps5 and xbox series x gamers
hdmi 2.1's higher bandwidth opens the door for tvs with the highest frame rates variable refresh
rates and many more possibilities specific to high performance gaming tvs featuring this newer
connection will immediately see game-changing advantages like 4k at 120 frames per second
or even higher resolutions like 8k at 60 frames per second you'll need a ps5 ready
tv to take full advantage of this but don't worry our list covers the best tvs to game with
at audio advice we think the best gaming tv is the one that has the best picture quality for viewing
everything else too but if you're serious about gaming you need something that will give you that
competitive edge if you're looking for the best possible performance for gaming strongly consider
any one of the models in sony's x900h 4k led series there's a host of sizes to choose from here
with 55 65 75 and 85 inch models too video games benefit from deep black levels and vivid colors
just as much as movies and tv shows do led tvs produce very bright and vivid images with
excellent contrast and details and to our eyes the picture this sony led tv presents looks a lot more
natural than other brands also when you're gaming your gaze is always fixed right on your television
screen so the need for a wider off-axis viewing angle is much less advantageous since you'll
be facing this tv directly you'll get the best contrast ratio with the deepest inky blacks and
4k details that just pop out right in front of you plus if you want a ps5 ready tv you'll want to own
this model this one has the coveted hdmi 2.1 port and this important spec optimizes
your gameplay with sony's playstation 5 which allows 4k resolution at 120 fps
you'll also enjoy smooth responsive gameplay with low input lag variable refresh rate and if
you want to control your playstation 5 with your tvs remote you can do that this next generation
feature is only available on specific sony models and our full written comparison has them all
so if that's something you're interested in be sure to check that out for more
sony's x900h 4k led tvs excel at the visual presentation but if you really want to take
your immersive audio to the next level you'll need a high performance soundbar
capable of presenting the height channels for all those new games encoded with dolby atmos
fortunately all of the premium soundbars in our full written comparison have dolby atmos built in
so they're all compatible with this exciting new surround sound format plus they all feature the
newer version of arc or e-arc so as long as your tv features the newer e-arc hdmi port
it will allow dolby atmos when you connect with it if you like first person shooters the jbl bar 9.1
soundbar with wireless subwoofer is a high performance soundbar that delivers the most
bang for your buck it's a complete all-in-one dolby atmos system that brings the cinematic
surround sound experience hiding in your video games to life this one includes a wireless sub
plus two detachable rear surround sound speakers that are completely wireless and rechargeable rear
surrounds are usually optional add-ons in other systems so this really makes this high-performance
soundbar package stand out in terms of the value you get just place the two detachable surround
speakers behind you and enjoy the cinematic 9.1 experience of atmos all around your room the
wireless sub is no slouch either when i played star wars squadrons i was really impressed with
the low end impact coming out of this sub the rush of lasers zipping by with explosions above
and behind me was an exhilarating experience you just have to experience for yourself
plus when you buy from audio advice we're including exclusive tips and tricks how to
set up your specific soundbar video available only at audio advice for audio advice customers
while not the same experience as dolby atmos from a high performance sound bar gaming headsets
offer a lot of other advantages for one they offer private listening when playing your game
whether you're gaming on pc or any of the next-gen consoles there's a few things a good gaming grade
headset must include a broadcast quality noise cancelling microphone that picks up your voice
clearly is essential a great headset will also be designed to fit comfortably with high performance
lightweight materials and a soft headband that distributes the weight evenly so you can game
longer active noise cancelling technology is a newer feature we're seeing on some of the more
high-end headsets this feature eliminates unwanted background noises so you can stay fully immersed
in your game without distractions one of the most important features serious gamers want to
see in their next gaming headset is truly wireless capability with their console of choice so we can
control the headset wirelessly from the xbox or ps5 controllers fortunately all of the headsets
in our full written comparison offer this degree of compatibility with the ps5 and xbox series x
as the official gaming headset for the xbox series x audeze penrose is the clear winner as the best
audiophile gaming headset for several key reasons first this one is made by one of the premier
manufacturers of audiophile grade headphones if you didn't already know audeze crafts some
of the world's best sounding headphones for audiophiles and music professionals
some of their most expensive top-of-the-line audiophile headphones will sell well over the
three thousand dollar range and audio advice we just love it when high-end tech trickles down
into less expensive gear and this is one of the biggest reasons audeze penrose is able to present
so much clarity and detail hiding in your video games besides having a long 15 hour battery life
and a detachable broadcast quality mic penrose is the best audiophile headphone for gaming if you're
serious about wanting to level up your reaction time the product life cycle for a single console
generation typically lasts about seven years so if you're already making the investment in
one of these new gaming systems you might as well do it right you'll be with that system for a very
very long time whether you're on team sony or team microsoft you might as well squeeze
out every last drop of performance from these very powerful gaming systems and give yourself the best
immersion available if you have any questions just give us a call or chat with one of our
experts at audioadvice.com we'll be happy to help you find the right solution to immerse you deeper
into the game and give you the upper hand in the meantime thanks for watching and if you've
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