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Discontinued.
Replaced by Ear Force DSS2
 

Summary

The Ear Force DSS 5.1/7.1 channel Dolby surround sound processor transforms any stereo analog headset into full, immersive surround sound for playing XBOX, PS3 or PC games and watching movies with Blu-ray or DVD players. It is the perfect headset or headphone accessory for audiophiles everywhere. It works with any set of standard stereo analog headphones and is the perfect complement to the Turtle Beach Ear Force series of stereo gaming headsets (XLC, XL1, X11, X31, P11, PX21, PX3, Z1, and Z2). If you're looking around for audio accessories for your headset or headphones, look no further.

 
The optical digital input easily connects to a game console or media player for Dolby 5.1/7.1 channel surround sound and the analog input can also be used to upgrade analog stereo audio sources to Dolby Pro Logic IIx for virtual surround sound. A bass boost control adds sub-woofer effects for enhanced realism to any audio source.
 
With the Ear Force DSS, video game and movie fans will be able to hear distinct audio events happening all around them, greatly enhancing the overall experience and rewarding gamers with a newfound competitive edge. DSS users playing games and watching movies on their game consoles will actually hear the 7.1 surround sound from certain 5.1 channel audio tracks via additional “hidden” channels called Dolby EX.

Features

Dolby Digital
Enjoy Dolby® Digital 7.1 Surround Sound with any stereo analog headset
Bass Boost
Heart-thumping bass boost adds sonic realism
Digital Connection
Digital and Analog connections for the best possible sound
More Info...

In “Bypass” mode, the DSS can be used as to convert an optical digital audio stream into an analog signal converter, which lets you connect a digital source such as a game console or Blu-ray/DVD to analog inputs on a home theater receiver or a powered speaker system
USB Powered
A USB connection provides power - no AC adapters or batteries necessary

Specifications

      Processor 

    • Stereo headphone output with volume control
    • Headphone Amplifier: Stereo 35mW/ch, THD <1%
    • Frequency response: 20Hz - 20kHz
    • 150MIPS Digital Signal Processor for Dolby processing
    • Optical TOSLINK digital audio input compatible with 48kHz digital audio stream
    • Maximum analog stereo input with volume control on maximum setting: 2Vpp (700mV rms). Input sensitivity may be adjusted to accept higher level signals by lowering the volume control
    • Dimensions: Height 3.0 in (7.5 cm), width 2.125 in (5.5 cm), depth 0.75 in (2cm)
    • Weight: 1.4 Oz (40g)
    • Power requirements: 5VDC @120mA max

      Package Dimensions

    • 7.25 x 6.75 x 1.5 (inches)

Details



What's In The Box?



How Does It Work?

Xbox Configurations

Digital Audio Connection


Analog Audio Connection


Wireless Headset (X31) Audio Connection


PS3 Configuration

Digital Audio Connection


PC Configurations

Digital Audio Connection


Analog Audio Connection




Reviews 

11/17/2010
 
 http://www.411mania.com
 
"The DSS offers a great surround sound option in a small package..."

"Turtle Beach has another solid product that can deliver..."

8.0 - Very Good
Views (1737)  |  Comments (0)  |  Recommendations (0)
9/27/2010
 
 http://bwone.com
 
"The Ear Force DSS does deliver on what it claims to do and that is give you the 7.1 surround sound experience in a stereo headphone."
Views (1734)  |  Comments (0)  |  Recommendations (0)
9/9/2010
 
 Co-Operatives.com
 
"The already impressive sound range of the X11’s skyrockets into glorious 7.1 (or Dolby Pro Logic IIx without optical) and honestly sounds phenomenal. We tested the unit on PC, PS3 and 360, and it performed well on all of them."

9.5/10
Views (1541)  |  Comments (0)  |  Recommendations (0)
8/20/2010
 
 Youtube.com/IamTheAntiMartyr
 
"I literally took off my headset because I thought my Surround Sound speakers were on at the same time."
Views (2992)  |  Comments (0)  |  Recommendations (0)
Digital Optical Cable

Digital Optical Audio Cable

Digital cable connects the DSS to the optical sources for Dolby® digital surround sound. Length: 6ft.

Price: $7.95 
Splitter Cable

Stereo Audio Splitter Cable

Includes a 3.5mm plug that inserts into the DSS analog input and a pair of male/female RCA piggyback-stye jacks to connect to XBOX® or PS3™ audio outputs. Length: 6ft.

Price: $5.95 
Splitter Cable

3.5mm Audio Cable

This stereo 3.5mm-to-3.5mm (male) cable is used to connect the DSS to a headphone output jack, such as on a PC or Mac®. Length: 5 Ft.

Price: $3.95 
PS3 PC Adapter

USB Cable

USB A-Male to B-Micro Cable to give you connectivity between USB devices.

Price: $5.95 
Splitter Cable

Optical S/PDIF Adapter

Use this adapter to connect the DSS digital audio cable to an optical audio output jack, such as the dual-function output jack on a Mac.

Price: $3.95 
Splitter Cable

USB Extender Cable

Extends the length of a USB connection to the DSS--or from the DSS to the USB port that it is being plugged into. Standard USB extender cable. Length: 6 ft.

Price: $4.95 
Designed for:   
   
 
 *Devices must have an Optical Output*
Ear Force DSS Product Video



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