Firmware updates and driver software
One thing you have to leave to the software to be downloaded and installed manually – that works smoothly with the firmware update. Especially at Creative you had to record some minor technical mishaps in the past. This time it went smoothly and after a mandatory computer restart everything was again acoustically in its usual place.
The software is called "Soundblaster Connect" and is pretty much packed with everything you need or rather, believes you need or even have. The minimalists, on the other hand, can also switch off the acoustic engine, i.e. the whole mounted DSP, completely. The Crystalizer hasn't really gotten any better over the years, but it only really annoys with really good headphones. The bass lift can be handy if you don't want to fumble in the equalizer.
This with the artificial surround can be considered for games (and non-Dolby movies), music sounds awful anyway. But this is the infirmity of almost all artificial solutions, no matter from which provider.
The equalizer is quite handy to iron out the weaknesses of your own headphones. There is much more to be done here with a slight correction. Especially with good music.
But the sound profiles for the individual games often seem a bit arbitrary, just to have something in the listing. With good headphones or headsets, you will be able to generate real added value from the most linear and true-to-life reproduction possible. After all, even the sound designers of the games didn't get their money for pizza picking.
I already wrote something about the sound effects. You can like it, use it or turn it off. Actually, there is something for everyone, but you absolutely need the software. A simple switch on the case for a night mode, on the other hand, is not available, a pity.
Sound check and conclusion
The amplifier of the G6 sounds full and relatively warm. If you look at the maximum levels for high-impedes, very high-quality head hearings, he actually makes his thing quite passable. It is hardly objectionable in tone, but also not a high-end, you always have to be aware of that. If you think your ears are good enough to distinguish a DAC with 32-bit / 384kHz from the one with 24-bit / 192kHz and like Dolby logos, you can use the G6 instead of the cheaper G5.
If you still like it in the dark and RGB'ed, you even have to. Otherwise, both products are very similar and can also be operated with the same software including the featured features.
I wouldn't want to make a purchase recommendation at the moment because of the high price, because the normal availability in the shops has to ensure a better street price. Because at the moment the good piece is only available at Creative in the online shop. That too is a pity, but it cannot be changed.
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