Xbox Wireless Headset Sounds Terrible Using Windows 10 Xbox Adapter

Hello,

Specifications and system requirements for the Xbox Wireless Headset, along with what‘s included can be found here:

https://www.xbox.com/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headset

Windows 10 use requires Bluetooth 4.2+, Xbox Wireless adapter or compatible USB-C cable. Each sold separately, explaining why both the adapter and cable weren't included with the headset.

Xbox Wireless Headset FAQ

Xbox Wireless Adapter for Windows 10:

https://www.xbox.com/accessories/adapters/wireless-adapter-windows

Hope this helps!

I use a Macbook Pro 16 with Intel Hardware. The problem is, that the Bitrate for Bluetooth is not enough. You have 16 Bit for recieve and send data. The Sounds are terrible, when you use both channels. The Xbox Wireless Adapter can use a higher bandwith and you have clear sound and voice. That is the difference between bluetooth and the xbox wireless adapter. I have the problem with all Bluetooth headsets. The Bluetooth standard is not intended for listening and speaking. That's why other manufacturs use an usb-adapter to connect Headsets with the mac or other systems like Linux or Windows. The basic idea was, to use the xbox wireless headset for phone calls over a VOIP Software on Mac. Now I need two different wireless headsets.

Sorry to hear you're having trouble with the headset. According to the Turtle Beach page https://www.turtlebeach.com/products/stealth-600-headset-xbox-one?variant=7763423592492 the
headset can be used with compatible Windows 10 PC's and may need an Xbox wireless adapter for Windows.

XBOX WIRELESS

Xbox Wireless provides you with a best-in-class wireless gaming audio experience on Xbox One (and compatible Windows 10** PCs) by letting you connect your headset directly to your Xbox One without an adapter, the same way
your Xbox One wireless controller connects to the console. Xbox Wireless automatically configures the headset’s connection, so just turn-on the headset and start playing. **May require Xbox Wireless Adapter for Windows (not included).

Hi,

Thanks for providing me with that.

Are you using an Xbox Wireless Adapter for Windows 10 with the headset?

Seems MS is carefully wording their product pages to make it ambiguous if Dolby Atmos is to be supported or not on Windows. Can't find a clear statement on any product page on whether Dolby Atmos is supported or unsupported by the Wireless Adapter. Given that Wireless Dolby Atmos for Headphones works on actual Xbox hardware, I think it is fair to expect any special requirement for windows to be noted when using the PC adapter, otherwise, MS is just straight-up misleading people.

Xbox Wireless Adapter for windows site reads:

https://www.xbox.com/en-GB/accessories/adapters/wireless-adapter-windows

[table][tr][td]With the new and improved Xbox Wireless Adapter for Windows 10, you can play your favourite PC games using any Xbox Wireless Controller. Features a 66% smaller design, wireless stereo sound support, and the ability to connect up to eight controllers at once[/td][/tr][/table]

Xbox Wireless Headset site reads:

https://www.xbox.com/en-GB/accessories/headsets/xbox-wireless-headset

[table][tr]Audio untetheredGame loud and clear with the Xbox Wireless Headset, compatible with Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, Windows 10 PCs and mobile devices with Bluetooth®.Supports Spatial Sound technologies like Windows Sonic, Dolby Atmos and DTS Headphone:X on Xbox Series X|S and Xbox One *For use with Xbox X|S, Xbox One and Windows 10 devices. Windows 10 use requires Bluetooth 4.2+, Xbox Wireless adapter or compatible USB-C cable.[/tr][/table]

Dolby page on the Xbox Wireless Headphone page reads:

https://www.dolby.com/experience/headphones/xbox-wireless-headset/#gref

[table][tr]Supports spatial sound technologies including Windows Sonic, Dolby Atmos, and DTS Headphone:X**Audio customization available via the Xbox Accessories app for Xbox Series X|S, Xbox One, and Windows 10 Devices. Windows 10 app support available after installing the latest Windows updates. Use a compatible USB-C cable to configure audio settings on the Xbox Accessories App when using a Windows 10 PC. Some voice chat features require Xbox Game Pass Ultimate or Xbox Live Gold (memberships sold separately). Dolby Atmos and DTS:X: may require additional purchases, app downloads, and supported hardware. [/tr][/table]

While Dolby does point out that USB-C connection is required to set up the headset, they also say that "supported hardware" may be required for Atmos to work. This seems to be on Microsoft end not making their adapter a "Dolby Atmos supported hardware" probably due to them saving some bucks on the licensing. From their wording on their products page, they never acknowledge the adapter to support Atmos, while they also say that the headphone supports atmos only on Xbox consoles while at the same time acknowledging that W10 requires either Bluetooth 4.2, Xbox wireless adapter or an USB-C cable.

If it is indeed unsupported, it is EXTREMELY misleading and MS should clarify on this.