NZXTRelay SwitchMix PC Gaming Headset Stand & Audio Mixer - AP-USMSM-B1 - Seamless Switching Between Headset & Speaker Audio - Studio-Grade Mixer - DTS 7.1 Surround Sound - Black

Been using this for a while now and no complaints, works flawlessly and is super convenient

NZXT are fairly well-reknowned as a supplier of quite highly-regarded PC components, and this is a bit of a new venture for them - audio kit. The SwitchMix is part of the "Relay" ecosystem of headphones, speakers and the SwitchMix device itself.The device is in 2 parts - a stand with a microswitch at the top, and a mixer/DAC (digital analogue converter) device. The DAC has some kind of DSP inside it which does some audio processing along with a downloadable app, and can also do 7.1 surround, and you can adjust the audio mix too, from game audio to team chat/mic, or a variety of both, using a big slider control on the right side of the DAC. You can also mute or change the audio volume using a large knob on the top. The microswitch on the top of the stand switches audio outputs when you put your headphones on it, changing over to your speakers, so the idea here is clearly that you buy all three devices and set it up as your PC's sound system. Setting it up is very easy as there are only 4 inputs on the DAC device itself - although this is potentially an issue later.A problem for me is that I already have a Creative GC7 USB soundcard/mixer/DAC, and there doesn't seem to be any way to use it in conjunction with any of SwitchMix kit, except maybe just the headphone stand acting literally as nothing but a stand, so either I use the GC7 (which is £5 more expensive, but is also a proper soundcard and has more in/outputs than the SwitchMix) or the SwitchMix, but not both. If there is a way to use both, it's not explained in the instructions, nor is it obvious from the available connectors on the SwitchMix itself - i.e. I can't figure out a way to run audio to headphones from the GC7 with the SwitchMix DAC anywhere in the middle.In all, it's absolutely a well-made and good-quality bit of kit, but if you already have a soundcard/DAC/mixer you're happy with, you have really no need of this, nor any way to use it with kit you already have anyway beyond a pair of wired headphones as a stand (and NB - it's got to be wired; the DAC doesn't support wireless audio kit).

The media could not be loaded. NZXT continues its deserved reputation with another fine accessory that makes gaming even more fun and easy t share with others. Previously, I've had to pull plugs out and switch round leads if my gaming partner wants to join in while using speakers. This is now streamlined into one intuitive device that switches everything over for me, just by the placement of the headphones.The headphone switcher combines a high quality DAC (digital to analogue converter) with a mixing and automatic headphone/ speakers switching device. Taking the headphones off the stand provided, triggers a switch to play sound through the headphones only.Placing them back on the stand returns the audio to a speaker system for sharing the gaming experience. In addition to these features, the stand offers mixing facilities between the two outputs, as well as a microphone gain slider for full control of the audio signals.As you might expect from NZXT, this is a well buil and robust unit. Beautiful modern styling and sleek materials make it really stand out as a premium gaming accessory. I used this with my Beyer Dynamics 990 pro headsets and they sounded great, even on a 32ohm input on the phones.My one comment is why so expensive? This is essentially a small mixer and stand with a pressure sensitive switch to re-route the audio signal. It's quite a lot to shell out £120. The packaging is very strong and there is no chance of this device getting damaged. Good thing too, as mine came with a big gash in the box. Nothing on the inside though thanks to the heavy foam packaging.Overall, we're paying for a well built automated system that makes gaming more enjoyable by automatic switching between sound systems. Throw in a good quality DAC and mixer and the whole operation of sharing or having a personal experience is hugely simplified

I had great expectations from this one, especially for this price. So either I say I am slightly let down, or that it is pricey.Came in great packaging and that put my hopes up by a lot, but in the end, the stand itself is a little basic.Quality wise is good, I can't claim otherwise but... there is this but... is nothing to wow me.I can't even describe it, is just so plain and has nothing to it.As per sound quality is mediocre as well, not bad but again, nothing wow. Maybe I didn't manage to set it up correctly. I don't know...Can be used either for playing or work, meetings etcThe only reason I have 4 stars for it is because of its functionality and how great is to be able to switch from headphones to speakers in one go just by placing it onto the stand and at the same time to declutter.But does this really valued that high? I would expect it to be a little under £100 to be fair.

This is a fantastic addition to any gaming setup! With its seamless switching between headset and speaker audio, it offers unparalleled convenience during gaming sessions. The studio-grade mixer ensures crystal-clear sound quality, enhancing the overall gaming experience. The build quality is top-notch, providing a sturdy and reliable stand for my headset. I love how it declutters my desk, organizing my gaming gear efficiently. The intuitive controls make adjusting audio levels a breeze, allowing me to customize the sound according to my preferences. Overall, this product offers great value for its price, and I highly recommend it to fellow gamers!

This was disappointing normally next items are brilliant but this stand left me underwhelmed completely. Is very plain and basic and looks cheap even though it isn't. Set up was easy but found the sound quality was mediocre and when playing music it was very lacking.I don't feel this is a good value item or that it lives up to the next brand. I've given it three stars as it does work but I would not recommend it was the current price of £120

Honestly I don't even know what this thing is but it was in my grandsons birthday gift list so I got it for him. He was blown away that i got it for him and was so excited to start using it for whatever it does. All I know is he is as happy as a clam with it haha

Ottimi materiali, ordina bene cavi e cuffie, permette il controllo del volume sia su altoparlanti che in cuffia, personalizzabile quanto a led tramite cam di nzxt,permette anche di fare equalizzazione.Impagabile lo switch tra cuffie ed altoparlanti semplicenente prendendo o riponendo le cuffie dal loro stand.

Der NZXT Relay SwitchMix PC-Gaming-Headset Ständer ist schlichtweg beeindruckend!Sein futuristisches Design fügt sich perfekt in meine Gaming-Setup ein und verleiht ihm einen Hauch von Eleganz.Die integrierte SwitchMix-Technologie ermöglicht es mir, meine Audiogeräte mühelos zu steuern und blitzschnell zwischen Sprachchat und Spielsound zu wechseln, ohne dass ich dabei meinen Gaming-Flow unterbrechen muss.Die solide Konstruktion und die rutschfesten Standfüße sorgen dafür, dass mein Headset sicher und stilvoll aufbewahrt wird.Dieser Ständer ist nicht nur funktional, sondern auch ein Blickfang. NZXT hat hier wirklich ganze Arbeit geleistet – fünf Sterne, ohne Zweifel!"

Stylisch, leicht zu installieren (CAM Software wird benötigt um alle Funktionen zu nutzen), Wechsel zwischen Headset und Boxen funktioniert einwandfrei. Musik wird mit integriertem DAC sehr natürlich wiedergegeben mit ansprechender großer Bühne, in Spielen lassen sich Gegner gut orten, soweit so gut.ABER leider ist die Wiedergabe gerade mit Headsets/Kopfhörern mit höherem Wiederstand (Ohm) zu leise, also mir zu mindestens. Was nicht heißen soll das die Wiedergabe per se zu leise ist, das muss jeder selbst entscheiden. Für mich hat es leider nicht gereicht und ich habe den Switch Mix schweren Herzens zurück geschickt, weil eigentlich ein richtig gutes Teil.

Grazie al programma Amazon Vine ho potuto provare questo mixer della NZXT.Non conoscevo l'azienda ma produce sistemi ottimizzati per il raffreddamento per il gaming per PC.Il pacco è arrivato a pochi giorni dall'ordine, la confezione è sigillata e mostra esternamente anche altri accessori che si possono usare con questo mixer.All'interno ci sono:- manuale di istruzioni in inglese e cinese (con le specifiche);- cavo USB A - USB C;- mixer;- base che fa da supporto per le cuffie.I pezzi erano bloccati in uno stampo in poliuretano espanso e sono arrivati tutti integri.CONNESSIONILa base ha un cavetto che va inserito nel connettore del mixer, serve a far capire quando la cuffia viene appoggiata o tolta: c'è un pulsante dove vengono appoggiate le cuffie.Sul retro ci sono anche il connettore per le casse (jack da 3,5 mm) e il connettore type C per collegare il mixer al computer.Frontalmente c'è il jack per le cuffie.L'ho collegato con un HUB USB e non è stato riconosciuto, richiede il collegamento diretto e ho usato un altro cavo type C - type C invece di usare un adattatore.MIXERQuando è acceso i led del volume si accendono di viola quando non ci sono le cuffie, di viola quando vengono appoggiate e l'audio passa agli altoparlanti, di rosso quando si mette in mute premendo la ghiera rotonda.Ruotando la ghiera i led diminuiscono di intensità fino a spegnersi.La leva a destra serve a regolare il bilanciamento tra voce e audio dei gioghi durante le partite.Quando si alzano le cuffie c'è un lieve ritardo ma non so se dipende dagli altoparlanti o dal mixer.SOFTWAREPer usare appieno il mixer serve il programma, disponibile per PC, che si chiama "NZXT CAM" e che permette di gestire tutte le periferiche dell'azienda.Nella scheda del mixer si può impostare un profilo: gioco, film, musica, ecc...Quando riconosce il mixer appare anche la voce specifica e si può impostare anche il colore dei led nei tre stati (cuffie, altoparlanti, mute).Collegando le cuffie appare anche l'equalizzazione surroudn (Front, Wide, Traditional).Si possono selezionare anche alcune equalizzazioni specifici:Off = disattivato;Music = musica;Movie = film;Voice = voce;RPG = Role-Playing Game, overo gioco di ruolo;MOBA = Multiplayer Online Battle Arena, Arena di Battaglia Multigiocatore online;FPS = Fisrt Person Shooter , Sparatutto in Prima Persona.Per apprezzare gli effetti audio immersivi servono anche cuffie e altoparlanti o soundbar che supportano queste tecnologie.CONSIDERAZIONI FINALIMateriali ottimi, cura dei dettagli elevata e software per la massima personalizzazione.Costa, ma il prezzo è più che giustificato.Ne sono più che soddisfatto!