Audio Technica ATH-AG1 & ATH-ADG1 Gaming Headsets - CES 2014
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The Audio Technical ATH-AG1 and ATH-ADG1 are (from first impressions) pretty good sounding, but that's not even the best thing about them I think. For a built-in gaming headset these things have AMAZING microphones. Really looking forward to doing a review for y'all! Our CES 2014 Sponsors: linustechtips.com twitter.com twitter.com @LinusTech Join our community forum: bit.ly
At the CES 2014 booth for Audio Technica, Linus Tech Tips runs through the ATH-AG1 and ATH-ADG1 gaming headsets, highlighting how gaming headsets are adopting audio file grade technology to deliver details and clarity in both music and games. The discussion covers design choices such as the double air dampening system to reduce external vibrations, 53 mm drivers, and an impedance of around 38 ohms to allow easy use with onboard sound. The AG1 is presented as a closed back model with a matte black and gold aesthetic and a 3D Wing suspension system that sits on the head rather than relying on a full adjustable headband, while the ADG1 is the open back version featuring an aluminum mesh for greater openness and cloth ear cups. A key emphasis is placed on microphone performance, with the mic designed to be highly flexible and positioned at the corner of the mouth for optimal pickup, plus a 100-degree swivel and on-mic mute button for quick control. The host demonstrates the product demo setup on the show floor, notes the native 3.5 mm plus USB dongle connectivity, and mentions the availability of a four-pole to three-pole splitter for users with traditional sound cards or high-end amplifiers. The overall takeaway is excitement about Audio Technica bringing high fidelity audio and strong microphone quality to gaming headsets, pairing premium audio features with practical gameplay usability, while acknowledging that more time would be needed for a full sound quality review beyond the on-site demo.
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Questions answered
- What are the main differences between the ATH-AG1 and ATH-ADG1?
- The ATH-AG1 is a closed back headset with a matte black and gold look, while the ATH-ADG1 is an open back design with an aluminum mesh for greater openness; both share similar drivers and microphone technology.
- What makes the microphone on these headsets notable?
- The microphone is highly adjustable, with a 100-degree swivel and a repositionable boom, plus a built-in mute button, allowing optimal placement near the corner of the mouth for clear voice pickup.