Sound Blaster EVO ZxR "and" Creative Hitz MA 2400 "high quality sound & high performance headphones that enabled five kinds of connections including Bluetooth and NFC Review

Equipped with five kinds of connection method such as Bluetooth · NFC connection in the small body, noise canceling function, equipped with multi-core audio processor "SB-Axx 1", various control is possible using PC and smartphone from specialized application , It is full of many functions still like this "Sound Blaster EVO ZxR"CREATIVEInnovative headsetEVO seriesIt is a flagship model of.GIGAZINE gift large release project "Please answer the questionnaire and bring it all!" Winter 2013But this product that is one of the gifts and headphones that are also gifts products "Creative Hitz MA 2400I tried both the skills of both.

Sound Blaster EVO ZxR - Entertainment Headset - Creative Technology (Japan)
http://jp.creative.com/p/gaming-headsets/sound-blaster-evo-zxr

Creative Hitz MA 2400 - Headphones / Earphones - Creative Technology (Japan)
http://jp.creative.com/p/headphones-headsets/hitz-ma2400

◆ Sound Blaster EVO ZxR photo review
The package of EVO ZxR looks something like this. The logo part is gilded foil push and it is a design with a high-class feeling.


The multicore audio processor "SB - Axx 1" is installed in the main body.


The flagship model of the same series EVO ZxR has an active noise canceling function to reduce external noise.


Let's open the box. Open the ceiling and open.


In the box, there was a box containing the EVO ZxR and the enclosed items contained in the case.


The exclusive carrying case is made of a solid fabric and is safe also when carrying.


On the back is a small accessory with a chuck, convenient for putting cables and chargers.


The lid is to be closed with a hook and loop fastener. Tackle ...


When opening the lid EVO ZxR was beautifully contained. It is a truly exclusively designed product.


The surface fastener has removable partitions, so that the left and right units fit completely.


I tried arranging the contents. In addition to the headset main body and the carrying case, USB power adapter and USB cable for all the world, USB cable, 4 pole audio cable, 3.5 mm stereo & microphone branch cable, and audio adapter for inside airplane are included as standard.


USB power adapter is a universal type that can be replaced with a tip.


Three types of adapters are included besides Japan, so it can be used in almost all countries around the world.


The left is a 4-pole cable for audio, and it also supports microphone input such as smartphones. The right is a conversion cable when connecting to a PC etc.


It is designed to be able to convert to audio terminal and microphone terminal, and it can be used by connecting to the audio card of laptop computer or PC.


When I look at the iPhone 5s and the headset main body side by side, it is about this size. In addition, all control systems are concentrated in the right housing part of the headset.


The buttons for heading out during music playback, switches related to active noise cancellation function, power supply and SBX effect on / off switch were gathered up.


Inside the housing, a large diameter 50 mm unit which is exclusive is built in.


Also equipped with a volume terminal on the upper side of the housing.


On the bottom, 4 pole terminals for audio input and terminals for USB connection are arranged.


The ear pad is of a thick type and contains a red thread stitch.


There are plenty of cushions, and it is a type of wearing method covering all the ears.


The top of the headband is also equipped with a thicker pad.


Although it is EVO ZxR which can be used even by connecting a cable to the audio terminal, you can install advanced application on PC and smartphone, and pairing will enable more sophisticated control.

◆ Installation of PC version "Control Panel"
Manufacturer'sProduct pageClick "Driver Download" at the bottom of the screen.


Select language, corresponding OS, file type and click "GO".


Click "Download now".


Click "I agree".


Click "Save file".


Here, connect EVO ZxR to PC with USB terminal. If there is no problem, since the connection completion sound should be reproduced from the headset side, confirm it.


Double-click the downloaded file to start it.


Click "Execute".


Click "Next".


Please check "I agree with the terms of the license agreement" and click "Next".


Especially if you do not want to change the installation folder, just click "Next".


Click "Next".


Click "Install".


Click "Install" when a screen like the following appears on the way.


When installation is completed, click "Finish" on the following screen to end the installation wizard.


Installation is complete. It may be necessary to restart the PC.


Here is the screen that launched the software. Menu and volume setting are displayed on the left side of the window, and the remaining battery capacity etc. are displayed at the top.


By clicking "SBX Profile", you can select and turn on / off three profiles according to "Music" "Movie" "Game" and use, and then click "Edit" ......


The detailed setting screen is displayed. By clicking the play button on the right side of the screen, sample sound source for sound quality adjustment will be played.


By clicking "equalizer", fine tone quality adjustment is possible using 10 band equalizer. Since preset patterns are also prepared, it is also possible to choose from there.


From the "CrystalVoice" menu, it is possible to apply various effects to the sound picked up by the microphone and to set up noise reduction.


You can check the effect of "Virtual 7.1 surround sound" on "Headphone" menu.


Clicking on the "Mixer" menu will display a screen for setting the playback volume, left / right balance, input balance during recording and mute.


◆ Installing "Sound Blaster Central" application for smartphone and pairing with EVO ZxR
Dedicated applications for smartphones are released for iOS and Android. For iOS devices, please tap the link below to install the application.

Sound Blaster Central for iPhone, iPod touch, iPad currently on the iTunes App Store
https://itunes.apple.com/jp/app/creative-central/id532487984

You can also search "Sound Blaster Central" in App Sotre.


For Android terminal, install from the following link.

Sound Blaster Central - Android application on Google Play
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.creative.central

You can search and install "Sound Blaster Central" in the Play Store.


Smartphones and EVO ZxR will be connected (paired) using Bluetooth. First turn on the Bluetooth function of the smartphone side.


Then, when you press and hold the transparent part of the EVO ZxR main body, the backlight of the transparent part glows in blue and enters the connection standby state.


When "SB EV ..." appears on the Bluetooth setting screen of the smartphone, tap the name.


When "SB EVO ZxR" is displayed, pairing is completed.


Tap the icon to launch the application.


The home screen looks something like this. Tap "SBX profile" ......


It is possible to perform the same setting as the PC version "control panel".


◆ Function of Flagship Model "EVO ZxR"
The EVO series flagship machine "EVO ZxR" has an active noise cancellation function that reduces background noise around the listener and environmental noise. When the LED lamp glows green by pushing the "ANC" button of the headset body, the function is turned on.


Actually hanging the headset and trying out the function does not work so strongly that the ears tighten, feeling that it will naturally reduce surrounding noise. It seems to be a characteristic that cuts a low frequency range to a large extent, and it effectively reduces the noise for the sound which contains the bass unexpectedly, such as the noise of the air by the air conditioner and the fan and the sound of the water flowing. The thing that I was a little worried about is that when you are walking while wearing a headset, there is a time when a sound like "gott" like a wind noise is coming in. Perhaps it seems that the microphone picks up the sound according to the shape of the sound collecting section, but depending on the person it may be anxious. Still, because it seems to be "ooo" to the large amount of noise when turning off the ANC function, I was able to feel the effect sufficiently.


Also, if you press the TT button when the ANC function is on, the music will be muted and the external sound will be slightly highlighted and heard from the headset. It is also useful when you want to talk with a person next to you and when you want to check the surrounding situation in the city.


A USB power adapter convenient for charging the headset, a carrying case convenient to carry, a 3.5 mm stereo & microphone analog connection cable, a dual plug adapter for inside airplane are attached only to EVO ZxR, and the equipment is fulfilling It is also characterized as a feature.


◆ Creative Hitz MA 2400 photo review

The package of "Creative Hitz MA 2400" looks something like this.


Protective film stuck so that the main body hits the outer box and scratches do not stick


This model is red, but since all four color variations are prepared, it is possible to choose the color that suits me.


Open the bottom face carefully and pull out with the inner case made of PET.


Simple summary content. Information on safety etc. is stated on the mount of silver.


It was only in the box that was contained in the box. A triangular housing called "triangle design" is characteristic.


The ear pad of a shape which is funky is a type to wear without covering the ear, and it has become a shape with less sense of pressure. Neodymium magnet drivers with bus tuning are adopted as units.


Also equipped with pads at the headband head.


Cable with volume controlCTIAIt is equipped with a compliant controller and conversation microphone, and it is possible to control corresponding smartphones etc. I tried it in the editorial department, and it was confirmed that it works without problems with iPhone 5s and Galaxy S4 (SC-04E).


A movie that I actually tried controlling music playback control · incoming calls is here.

Creative Hitz MA2400 responded to iPhone's playback control & phone call arrival


CREATIVE's flagship headset "Sound BLASTER EVO ZxR"Creative storeWith tax inclusive price19,800 yen, "Creative Hitz MA 2400" includes tax-inclusive price4980 yenIt is on sale.