Why does crosstalk occur?
Crosstalk can happen when the headset is connected directly to devices with a combined 4-pole TRRS jack, such as:
- PS5 controllers
- Laptops and PCs with a combo audio port
The causes include:
- Loose ports on the controller or device
- Shared signal paths for microphone and headphone audio, which prevents clean separation
How can the issue be avoided?
We recommend:
- Using an external USB sound card: It provides separate inputs and outputs for microphone and headphone signals and improves overall audio quality.
- Using a Y-cable (splitter): This separates the mic and headphone channels and prevents crosstalk.
What are the advantages of this solution?
- No crosstalk between microphone and headphone audio
- More stable connection (no loose contacts)
- Improved voice and audio quality for gaming, streaming, and calls
Recommended products
- USB sound card (e.g., Creative Sound BlasterX G6 or simple plug-and-play models)
- Y-cable for 3.5 mm headsets (beyerdynamic offers a console cable for MMX headsets; included with MMX 300 PRO and MMX 330 PRO)
Additional tips
- For PCs and laptops: Check if separate mic/headphone jacks are available. If not, the combination of sound card + Y-cable is the best solution.
- On PS5: Adjust microphone levels and enable 3D Audio for optimal spatial awareness.