Setup Basics

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Most of the time, it doesn’t matter. But in some setups, window mode affects timing, overlays, and stability. Here’s when to care and how to decide.

If direction feels wrong, you’re probably stacking processing. This guide shows a clean audio chain and the one-layer rule that restores readable footsteps.

Ergonomics is not optional. Fatigue changes grip, timing, and precision. Use a simple comfort baseline so your control stays consistent for hours.

PC audio feels random when routing changes silently. Learn the mixer traps (default device switching, enhancements, app routing) and how to lock one stable path.

Direction breaks when you stack spatial processing layers (game + system + headset app). Use one layer at a time and your cues become readable again.

Side-tone keeps your voice natural and prevents fatigue. Set it right so you don’t shout, over-tighten your jaw, or lose focus during long sessions.

EQ can help, but big curves often destroy distance and direction cues. Use minimal moves to improve footsteps without turning audio into mush.

USB audio can be clean or chaotic depending on routing, sample rate, and device switching. Use this checklist to stop the ‘it changed overnight’ problem.

Turning everything up is not a setup. Use this levels baseline to keep details readable, avoid clipping, and reduce fatigue without losing excitement.

Compression can make audio louder and still worse for competitive cues. Learn how compression flattens distance and why stable levels beat loudness.

Many HDR problems are tone mapping problems. ‘Dynamic’ modes can crush highlights or lift blacks into gray fog. Use this baseline to keep detail readable.