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Waves nx dsp1/27/2024 I appreciate that the high frequencies are not sibilant or harsh. Singers are intimate-sounding as if they are in the room-no doubt helped by the 3D effect. The middle frequencies (where most vocals are) are a delight. Even though Mobius is not designed to be heavy on bass, it’s still impactful and hard hitting when called for. This means that Mobius can handle any genre of music with ease. The ability of the planar diaphragm to recover from frequency transients allows music to sound crisp, detailed and more lively than any sloppier-sounding speaker could ever hope. Audeze has a record of truly excellent-sounding headphones and they’ve incorporated much trickle-down tech into Mobius, making the planar magnetic speakers sound amazing. You cannot hear 5.1 or 7.1 when wireless-however the emulated 3D effect is still pretty cool.Īfter going on and on about how great the 3D aspect is, it’s the audio quality of Mobius headphones that’s most important. Of course, we are talking only two speakers inside Mobius, but the effect sounds real. In other words, Mobius has to be plugged into a 5.1 or 7.1 via USB to work. Note that Mobius headphones will play true 5.1 and 7.1 surround but it is dependent on the source. I learned quickly that Manual is the best setting-just set and forget. Auto will re-set Center when you stare in any specific direction for a few seconds. In Manual mode, setting Center locks in what is directly in front of you. What this means is that the center is facing front. A long press on the 3D button will set either Manual, Auto or No 3D effect. Sure, it’s a gimmick, but who cares? Headphones sound a bit flat after listening to Mobius for a while. When 3D is switched on (and it can be turned off), it’s kinda magical. Lastly, there’s an on/off/pairing/take call button. These functions have a bit of a learning curve to use without looking. Both wheels can be pressed to perform different functions whether its play/pause or equalizer settings. There are two volume wheels-one for the mic and one for general headphone volume. A USB-C port is for charging the internal battery and for 5.1 and 7.1 surround. There’s a sliding on/off mic switch at the top of the ear cup. There is an AUX port for the included removable microphone for gaming and phone calls. First, there’s a button that controls the 3D effect. It sounds like you are in a room and not wearing headphones at all.Īll Mobius controls are built into the left ear cup. Turn around and music sounds like it’s behind you. Turn to the left and sound shifts to your right ear. With sound-location, whatever you hear stays in place, so as you turn your head to the right, a singer’s vocals will shift to your left ear-much like real life. For instance, when wearing headphones-as you turn your head, the sound moves with you, giving music an in-your-head feeling. Sound localization allows whatever you are hearing to remain fixed in space. DSP helps make possible 3D audio by utilizing three technologies: Sound localization, head-tracking and room emulation. DSP is used in countless movies, music and gaming. Waves is a separate company that is a developer of digital signal processing. Audeze has also incorporated surround-sound functionality into Mobius using Waves Nx technology. But sound quality is only part of the picture, so to speak. Anytime music (and gaming sound effects) can sound more realistic, it’s a win for everyone.Īudeze uses planar technology in the new reasonably priced (for Audeze) Mobius headphone. The diaphragms can help music sound more alive and make listening a more personal experience. Audeze’s planar speaker diaphragms are thinner than a human hair helping create accurate music reproduction. Audeze (and other headphone makers) have adapted this technology for audio use. Planar technology was originally developed at NASA for space use. Age and use can upset that balance over time. Dynamic speakers are made up of many parts that have to work in tandem to sound their best. It looks and acts much like a traditional speaker. Here’s an over-simplified, layman’s explanation (warning-nerdy, geek-talk ahead): Most headphones have what is called a dynamic cone. What is a planar magnetic speaker and why should you care? Planar speakers are a different animal in headphone design and it’s only been in the last few years that this type of speaker has been shrunk to headphone (and also earphone) sizes. Audeze is known for its expensive to uber-expensive headphones-all planar magnetic speaker-based. When does a headphone cease to be a headphone? Once you’ve heard Mobius, that won’t seem like a weird question. Detachable microphone with separate volume control.Contoured memory foam, faux leather ear pads.
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