Uploaded November 2024 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
The Creative G8 DAC/amp is the latest headphone amp from Creative. In this review I cover everything from setup, to measurements, mic tests, and real world useability. Does it have what it takes to finally dethrone the legendary G6?
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Chapters:
0:00 - Brief Intro
0:18 - TLDW (yes)
02:09 - Design, Features, Connectivity
07:30 - Setup
11:16 - Creative Software and Customization
19:24 - Mic Linearity Measurements
21:32 - Mic Preamp Performance
23:01 - Glitch in the Matrix
23:46 - More Mic Tests and Measurements
26:02 - Final Thoughts
DISCLAIMERS:
The links above charge you the same price as finding it on Amazon. However, purchasing through the links above would support this channel for future product reviews. We appreciate any support, but please feel free to purchase though any means you feel comfortable with.
We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites.
#creative #gamingaudio #gamingheadset
The Creative G8 DAC/amp is the latest headphone amp from Creative. In this review I cover everything from setup, to measurements, mic tests, and real world useability. Does it have what it takes to finally dethrone the legendary G6?
Purchase link for US (non-affiliate):
us.creative.com/p/sound-blaster/sound-blaster-g8
Amazon Global Affiliate Link (non-US):
geni.us/YbQgSg0
My Headphone/Headset Measurement Database: gadgetrytech.squig.link/headsets
My IEM Measurement Database: gadgetrytech.squig.link
Join us on Discord: discord.gg/cHX6wpq2tQ
Follow us on Twitter! twitter.com/GadgetryTechJoe
Follow us on Instagram! instagram.com/gadgetrytech
Follow us on Facebook! facebook.com/GadgetryTech
Support links (no special benefits/gatekeeping, added this per viewer requests!):
Patreon Support: patreon.com/GadgetryTech
PayPal Donate: bit.ly/3IEuymW
Want us to review something? Contact us!
Joe@GadgetryTech.com
Chapters:
0:00 - Brief Intro
0:18 - TLDW (yes)
02:09 - Design, Features, Connectivity
07:30 - Setup
11:16 - Creative Software and Customization
19:24 - Mic Linearity Measurements
21:32 - Mic Preamp Performance
23:01 - Glitch in the Matrix
23:46 - More Mic Tests and Measurements
26:02 - Final Thoughts
DISCLAIMERS:
The links above charge you the same price as finding it on Amazon. However, purchasing through the links above would support this channel for future product reviews. We appreciate any support, but please feel free to purchase though any means you feel comfortable with.
We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites.
#creative #gamingaudio #gamingheadset
