I've been testing out this open-back headset by Turtle Beach called the Atlas Air for about 4 months now. I like them a lot, it offers great performance.
The only catch with these (as with all open-back headphones) is that there are specific requirements you need to meet first - you can't use them just anywhere.
Low volume issue - Not fixed (I last checked: Oct 12, 2024)
Swarm II: v1.0.0.14
Firmware: v5.153.989
Waves version: v1.0.71
NOTE: updating firmware will cause a low volume issue. So don't do it for now (unless you need Superhuman Hearing function).
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In this review, I reference three videos that do a good job of taking advantage of these open-back headphone's soundstage. If you happen to pick up the Atlas Air (or some other open-back headphones), give these a listen - and close your eyes when you do:
Sebastian Vettel Drives Senna's Historic 1993 McLaren MP4/8
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Benjamin Britten - The Young Person's Guide to the Orchestra
- Saraste | WDR Symphony Orchestra
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Daft Punk - Doin' it Right
(Reference song to test bass capability of headphones)
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
00:00 Intro
00:27 Unboxing
02:29 Product Walkthrough
03:00 - Headset controls
03:51 - Adjusting the headband
04:18 Connection & Compatibility (wired, 2.4GHz wireless, BT)
04:59 Cable length & warning
05:52 Closed vs Open back (what's the difference?)
07:13 Audio Quality
07:41 - Videos for open-backs (F1 racing, orchestra, Daft Punk)
08:25 - Cable vs Wireless -How it sounds different
09:42 Swarm II software download
11:00 Customizations & options
Issues & Improvements
13:35 Huge size
14:00 Totally plasticky
14:18 Right earcup tings
14:50 Low volume problem
15:32 Possible failure point - flip mic
16:16 Headaches because...
17:30 Mod Packs (replacement parts)
17:45 Replacing earcups
18:21 Replacing the headband
19:13 Final Thoughts
20:10 Outtro
