UPDATE - The 5300 Hz setting in Sonar for the Freeze pad should be set as "High Shelving" - and not peaking EQ (everything else stays the same). I am seeing if I can fix the video in UA-cam editor now, but please take note of this. Otherwise the sound will be "close" but not the exact same as I intended it to be.
Hey and thanks for all the videos. Would you use the same settings for the wired version? And is there really a noticeable difference between the wicked cushion pads with and without the gel? Can currently only get the ones with gel for the wired headset, standard are "in development" so to say.
It sounds great man. Your Sonar FreeZe tune really brought out a lot of good sound that was left on the table. Thanks to you, I am now a very happy NP Wireless + WC FreeZe owner. To think I was considering returning all of this gear, but your video changed that outcome. Cheers.
@@WickedCushions I’ve been using them for hours a day since I received them. They are phenomenal. The contour is the only thing I can think of that would make these better.
@@MrEddyedrwhich ones did you buy that you’re using? I have the WC FreeZe and the improved leather ones but not sure which to use. I mostly play CoD so I know I should use the leather ones but I much prefer the fabric and cooling gell pads, and theyre also red camo so they look sick
I'm terrible at setting EQ settings. I've never fully understood them so I really appreciate the detail that you put into making this video. I never would have thought that the freeze pads would make such a big difference. My headphones sound great now!
Dude your reviews are on another level. Nobody ever talks about what happens to the cushion when you put it on like you did with the glass. Details like that are what make you the best reviewer in the game
Just bought the Arctis Nova Pro Wireless and they fixed the anc bump finally. When I removed my earpads I noticed that the ANC bump was very little and different from everybody else that reviewed them so I contacted SteelSeries to know if mine was broken. They contacted the product team and confirmed that these were a new design.
Just wanted to stop by and say your videos are amazing. You put so much detail and information in here and we really appreciate all the hard work you put into your videos. I have the Wicked Cushions (Freeze) on the way and will definitely give your EQ settings a try!
I am soooo glad I found your channel. You, sir, are amazing. You are humble, relevant, knowleadgable and technical. I am watching all of your videos, and after every one I feel more schooled.
Just what I needed, I used your older sonar settings for my stock nova pro wireless. And like everyone else couldn't stand that piece inside the headsets that makes the uncomfortable contact with my ears. I went ahead and already placed my orders from Wicked Cushions for the black freeze gel series and was hoping you had any updated sonar settings for those. Luckily, I stumble across your video here. I mainly play fps games and listen to music as well. I just don't like the regular default flat sonar settings, so all your work is very much appreciated, thank you for those countless hours of work for people like me who don't understand how to adjust any of those sonar sound settings. I've been very much pleased. Thank you.
i just trying tuning my EQ in sonar for see what step for step you did and did it myself and i understood some things you saying but not all but thanks for the help about tuning in following a guide video :)
Just wanted to thank you for putting the time in to figuring this stuff out for the rest of us. Followed your EQ for the cooled pads and they sound perfect now.
The timing of this video couldn't have been better. I just ordered and tried out the Freeze pads and was immediately thrown off by the negative impact it had on my sound. Now I have the EQ info I need to get my sound back in order! Thank you so much for all your hard work and posting this for everyone - its super helpful!
Excellent video bro, the satisfaction you get when you look for something and find the most detailed professional explanation on the internet. Keep up the great work.
@@Jord_45 if you’re asking me, I got the cooling ones. Kinda glad I did knowing now that they’re even thicker pads and less likely that the ANC pieces would press against my ear.
Man i absolutely love your videos. The detail you go into and care you take in showing your work and research is very entertaining and informative. You remind me of a peripherals focused gamers nexus.
I bought a pair and they were amazing. So soft so comfortable and even though I returned the nova 7, they made it 100 times better to wear. If you have the nova 7 or pro then you need these, they really are that good.
Thank you for this video! I'd be lost without it! I definitely noticed the different sound with the new pads but had no idea how to adjust the EQ to compensate.
I DOUBT anyone will read this but I was playing around with the EQ and found that pushing the 100hz down to 20hz, plus going back to Peaking EQ, that the sounds becomes WAY more punchy and less flat in my opinion. I really REALLY like the deep sub bass and found that settings the 20hz range to around +4db will help with bass feeling soft.
Love the work you do, and can confirm that your EQ's really improve the sound from the Nova Pro's. I accidentally came across this updated video (and your comment) after watching the “how to install WC's Freeze Pads”, so I was pretty stoked to see that you had put out a new video. Thanks again, it's appreciated :)
Such a great video. Just got my Nova Pro Wireless and this info has been invaluable, all round. Got the Freeze pads, DAC tune, Sonar tune - all done! Thank you!
I couldnt edit the message, so ill say it here. I wanted to thank you for your videos. They helped me influnce my purchase of headphones and i really appreciate the time and effort you put in. I would have never messed around with EQ if not for you and it sounds amazing :)! So thanks Joe
Thank you so much for all the time and effort it took to adjust the eq. Your tune made this headset so much better. Glad we can keep it with new pads! Ordered the upgraded pad with your code. Thanks for the savings 🙏
Just put my order in for a pair of these beauties. For some reason I was under the impression the stock cushion had to be cut off with scissors, but now I see the install is super easy
Thank you for all the tunes. You should be getting more praise and views for it. Can’t thank you enough. You changed my outlook on my nova pros. With the tune on them I will never go back to astros. Thanks again!
Man I looove how detailed and unique your videos are. I am a user of the Nova pro, and I was using a custom solution for the pad, but now I am definitely getting the freeze edition since I use them generally. Huge thanks to you and for the efforts you put into getting us the best tuns for each pad
Thank you so much for this video! I love the nova pro wireless but the anc bump really is a killer for me so I was really glad to see that the normal wc pads don't effect sound too much, just ordered them with your code so I'll be back to use your tuning guide when I get em!
bought the freeze pads and had it tuned to what u said. its amazing. additionally I turned on spatial audio, set immersion to 100 and distance to 25. my headphones now sounds better, and feel better. 100% recommend this
The left ANC mic hurts my ear so bad I'm considering returning these, I love the sound and stereo image but damn... the awfully placed mic works into my ears until I feel a weird numbness on my left side. This video helped a lot, thanks dude! Ordering these pads to save these hp.
Thanks for the EQ settings for the WC Freeze I picked them up to avoid the rubbing issue with the ANC mic/speaker they are amazingly comfy but then I lost the bass and some of the high instrumental frequencies the headset hit with the stock pads. Used your sonar EQ settings and wow sounds really good now. I had sonar disabled and just used the smiley EQ preset and this sounds way better. Sonar is actually dope once you set up different presets for different needs/media. After a long gaming session its nice to simply switch inputs (gaming to media and get a totally different mood of sound.
How come? Do the updated originals get sweaty like the stock ones do? I'm either ordering the freeze or the updated stock, I was hoping to order today.
Was considering these for a while and bought a pair of the regular pads after seeing this. With those EQ settings they sound better than my stock pads did! The added size and padding are so much comfier as well. Thanks.
I have both pads, but I recommend the upgraded pads if all you're going to do is use them for gaming. The freeze pads are too thick, and the sound quality is reduced, but they're comfortable for everyday use.
I’m in the same situation. Bought the cans and WC Freezes on same day, but have found no issue with stock ear pads. They actually cup my ears perfectly- thinking the upgraded standard ones may be the way to go when I need replacements in future.
The DAC tunes are actually super useful for those of us on PC who don't use Sonar due to incompatibilities with Elgato's Wave Link and Stream Deck software. Also, I have the Nova 7's with the Freeze cushions and I used your DAC tune for those, since I figured the tunes should be close enough, and I have to tell you, for a song like "Vinushka" by Dir En Grey, that combination sounds absolutely fantastic. Thanks for this.
I greatly appreciate taking the time to build and share the EQs without shoving them behind a Patreon/Floatplane paywall. Because of this, I’m not sure if I wanted these yet, but I just ordered a pair and tried my hardest to make sure you got the affiliate commission (assuming it carried through when using the “open in the app” via mobile web).
I just got my Nova Pro Wireless and after wearing them for a full work day I purchased the WC Freeze Pads, they're so comfortable, even if you're wearing glasses, just like you said! The impact on audio quality is now more than acceptable (and by that I mean GREAT!) thanks to your excellent review and Sonar Tuning instructions. These pads are invaluable and so are your instructions! Just came here to say: Thanks a million for putting so much time and effort in a great review plus great tips to improve the experience even further, much appreciated, I can wait what you have in store for us next!
Once again a truly fantastic review. My ears are not laboratory-calibrated like yours and I simply replaced the stock pads with teh freezegel and did nothing else and it did substatially improve the comfort for sure but that ANC nub still bothered me.
@GadgetryTech I just wanted to say that I really appreciate the amount of time, effort and attention to detail you put into your videos!🤯 I've noticed a few people in the comments in other related videos, have asked for a more detailed explanation on "Spatial Audio", what it is, why/not use it etc. I know I would definitely appreciate a more in depth look at this💯🤔(Recently I have been using your "FreeZe Pad Sonar Tune", with Spatial Audio turned on. As it gives you access to the Headphone/speaker mode toggle, positioning, performance/immersion and distance settings) I recently upgraded from my Steelseries arctis pro wireless to the new Nova pro wireless X (with wicked cushion freeze pads). I use them everyday for call centre based work from home, gaming, music, movies etc and have no complaints👌
Love your video mate. You put so much efforts and details, really helpful! Just used your link to buy the freeze one. I love the nova pro wireless but i am a simracing gamer and it sucks how they become hot so quickly. It can become really unconfortable when playing a long and intense session. I am very glad I found your video and this product. thanks!!
I just bought my Nova Pro Wireless and I already knew the "bump" might be a problem - and it is. It hurts my ears pretty bad. I'm amazed Steelseries didn't think this through. It's almost like they made the headset and slapped the ANC stuff on it after everything else was done. Luckily WC is here to save us. I already ordered some replacement pads from WC. Now I just have to wait for those to arrive.
You are an absolute legend Joe, I was going to ask if you could do a video like this when my shipping confirmation came in from wicked. I ordered a set of wicked cushions when I ordered my nova pro's about a month a go, after I watched a few reviews noting the anc nub. I'm super glad I did because my ear rests on the nub, though it's not causing me any discomfort yet, but hearing your experience with the aging of the pads I'm glad I did now. Thanks for you super detailed videos
i got 3 things to say: 1. i'm really glad you've reviewed these, as i've bought a nova pro wireless after watching your review and 2. i bought the wc upgraded pads for my nova pro because the stock earpads really hurt my ears. not because of the bump. the bump hurts juuust a bit after a few hours so it isn't as bad as some people have, i guess. my issue is with glasses. i know you said that they weren't a problem for you but it was pretty bad for me. right on the temple tip. although i do realize everybody (and every glasses frame) is different. for example they don't hurt with a different pair of glasses. anyway, since i got the wc pads i was wondering what you would have to say about the sound. 3. i was gonna kindly ask if you could review these earpads via a comment but it felt likeit would be too demanding, considering you got the previous wc pads from the company free of charge and i'm not sure if you can just go to a company and say "hey, i wanna review those. gimme please." also how many people would have my exact setup (and issues)? so yeah, bullseye. ps: for anyone who's wondering, the wc upgraded earpads still hurt a bit but it's barely noticable. pps: the (black) gel ones were out of stock on amazon and buying them elsewhere like the company's own website would be a problem for various shipping issues that i'm not gonna go into. i'll look into those as well to further improve the comfort.
Thank you, I had ordered freeze version but after listening to the video I cancelled em to get the standard instead, willing to give up a bit of « comfort » to keep almost the same audio as default. Still gonna try to find the best EQ settings, but pretty excited to keep the best audio possible with comfort, bye bye audio cancellation feeling
Just received the Wicked Cushions freeze pads for my Steelseries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless and combined with this DAC EQ they sound great for Cod Mw3 Multiplayer on Xbox Series X thanks 👍
I bougt the SOULWIT Red Storms for 22€ and they are so good, no pain and heat anymore. Here the WCs cost 38€, but you are absolut right. The Treble gets a little bit down, but nothing you can't balance at the EQ DAC. I have a lot of Headphones between 200 til 1000€, so i knew what was going to happen if you change the Pads. I have the Arctis Nova Pro Wireless only 2 weeks now dor PS5, but i'm disepointed that they don't have a App. If you use them on PC thwn it's not a real Problem but on Console it can getting annoying.
thanks for your great work measuring and tuning the nova's with the wicked pads :) for my ears the WC Pads felt a little bit too narrow (even tho they increase the distance to the driver) and just slightly (really slightly) mudded sounding and i took your sonar tune and just left the 150Hz base region to 0db and reduced the upper mids and highs for about 0.5 to 1 db cause the highs were sometimes a really tiny bit distorted for me in a couple of songs. at the moment i am pretty pleased with these wireless cans coming from a 5 years of service mmx 300 :)
Just got my wicked upgraded pads today, using your previous EQ and just wow🎉 Personally, i think the wicked pads truly extend the bass and makes the sound more ”ouhmphy” so to say. And also great review, as always man :D
First off, thanks for the EQ and measurements! Secondly, for the Freeze pads EQ you have the Voice slider at 1.6 dB but unless I'm crazy I didn't see any mention of that in the video. Should the Voice slider be at 1.6dB to obtain your measurements or was that just accidental?
You are my goat for these headphones, i wish you explained a little more how your tuning affects rpgs and such which is what i play so i could understand how these settings affect those games. Either way, these videos are very good content.
Thanks so much for the kind words and feedback. I'm really trying to make more videos soon on the educational side of things. I hope to have some content to help with this soon.
Great video man thank you. This really helped me with this new headset. Much nicer with the freeze pads and the EQ gave me a great base to start from, otherwise I never know where to start with EQ tuning XD
After 2 years my normal Wicked Cushions got ripped on the seam. Know I´ve purchased the Freeze Pads. Is there any update to EQ tunings or are they still relevant? Steelseries has implemented a good way to export and import the settings. Maybe you can update the description if needed. Thanks for your work! Just for my information. I liked the Beyerdynamic curve of the DT990 Pro. Is there a way to transport that onto the Arctis Nova Pro?
Thank you sooo Much for this Video. I saw by accident that ppl using other Pad for the Nova Pro. I almost send those Back cause thery were so unconfy. And because of this Video knowing how to the Setting i get the Freeze Pads. They fit soooo much better and with your Setting they also Sound great so THANK YOU !!!!!!
Thanks for the video! It was really good since i just upgraded to the freeze version fo the wicked cushions. The stockpads are so uncomfortable, the freez version is greate and still sounds great with your sonar tuning :)
I always hated my smaller than average ears until I heard about how many people hated the noise canceling bump issue and owning a pair I can say I've never had that issue
Subscribed! I absolutely love this content and I can't wait to see you grow and boom. Having said that, I would love to see what you do witth the Sennheiser HD800s and how you EQ that for PC gaming, which amp and dac you choose etc. Hands down that is my most superior headset I own for gaming.
Do any of these adjustments affect the bluetooth sound profile? I don't mean the pads obviously, but does the DAC tune save to the headset and carry over to say bluetooth on a phone?
Can anyone chime in and advise how each of these Cushion Pads also affect the ANC (Active Noise Cancellation) and sound leak? I noticed those were never mentioned, and I would like to know the details on that, as they are some of the most important features to me.
Yo I bought these headphones and your videos are great bro keep up the great work and thank you for showing me how to change the pads greatly appreciated and thanks for discount code
Great video. I also haven't been using the nova pro's in for a few months due the stock earpad getting to squishy and constant feeling the ANC bump. I purchased both WC ear pads. I could still feel that ANC bump sometimes even with the standard wicked cushions. The only one I can never feel the bump with is the cooling gel version. I had still been using your stock tune slightly changed with the WC since like thanksgiving when I got them and they still sounded great. Gonna try the new tune out and see if its better to my ears.
Bro... This is a video of extreme quality, tailored to something very specific for me.... I can't believe it... I'm impressed, I've installed sonar and applied DAC settings right away. Can't wait to hear the results. I also clamped my ski goggle straps to the top knobs like you suggested. I can't believe it man, incredible work... Joe right? Wow!
UPDATE - The 5300 Hz setting in Sonar for the Freeze pad should be set as "High Shelving" - and not peaking EQ (everything else stays the same). I am seeing if I can fix the video in UA-cam editor now, but please take note of this. Otherwise the sound will be "close" but not the exact same as I intended it to be.
Thank you for this, I was going crazy trying to figure out why my curve didn't match yours and wondering where I went wrong
Hey and thanks for all the videos. Would you use the same settings for the wired version? And is there really a noticeable difference between the wicked cushion pads with and without the gel? Can currently only get the ones with gel for the wired headset, standard are "in development" so to say.
I cant make 10 Points for adjustment in the equalizer, only 9. What did i make wrong?
Also note: Voice is set to 1.6 dB.
I was also going crazy trying to figure out why my curve didn't match yours haha!
It sounds great man. Your Sonar FreeZe tune really brought out a lot of good sound that was left on the table. Thanks to you, I am now a very happy NP Wireless + WC FreeZe owner. To think I was considering returning all of this gear, but your video changed that outcome. Cheers.
I don't even know if I CAN talk for 24 minutes about Cushions, and I make them! Thanks for this !
If you could for a v2 version, contour the cushions like what’s on the beoplay portals. The bottom portion of the cushion loses isolation.
@@MrEddyedr This is definitely on our mind for V2 upgrade. We are talking to Joe more in depth to see what else he thinks should be done
@@WickedCushions I’ve been using them for hours a day since I received them. They are phenomenal. The contour is the only thing I can think of that would make these better.
@@MrEddyedrwhich ones did you buy that you’re using? I have the WC FreeZe and the improved leather ones but not sure which to use. I mostly play CoD so I know I should use the leather ones but I much prefer the fabric and cooling gell pads, and theyre also red camo so they look sick
@@KiLLaCaM607 cooling gel are amazing, especially when you first put them on.
I can’t express how thankful I am you spend time showing the console settings for the DAC. Truly thankful.
I'm terrible at setting EQ settings. I've never fully understood them so I really appreciate the detail that you put into making this video. I never would have thought that the freeze pads would make such a big difference. My headphones sound great now!
Dude your reviews are on another level. Nobody ever talks about what happens to the cushion when you put it on like you did with the glass. Details like that are what make you the best reviewer in the game
a year old video still useful thanks man
Just bought the Arctis Nova Pro Wireless and they fixed the anc bump finally. When I removed my earpads I noticed that the ANC bump was very little and different from everybody else that reviewed them so I contacted SteelSeries to know if mine was broken. They contacted the product team and confirmed that these were a new design.
You bought the white ones ?
@@bobbah676 No, the white version came out 2 months after I bought these sadly :(
Okey, so they make the new version in black ?
@@bobbah676 Yes
I have the new versions the bump still affects me
Just wanted to stop by and say your videos are amazing. You put so much detail and information in here and we really appreciate all the hard work you put into your videos. I have the Wicked Cushions (Freeze) on the way and will definitely give your EQ settings a try!
How did the updated EQ compare? Just ordered the freeze myself so I would love to hear an update :D
@@gremlinlily damn I did not see this for some reason, the EQ settings help bring it back to more of a balanced sound, it's much less punchy.
I am soooo glad I found your channel. You, sir, are amazing. You are humble, relevant, knowleadgable and technical. I am watching all of your videos, and after every one I feel more schooled.
Just what I needed, I used your older sonar settings for my stock nova pro wireless. And like everyone else couldn't stand that piece inside the headsets that makes the uncomfortable contact with my ears. I went ahead and already placed my orders from Wicked Cushions for the black freeze gel series and was hoping you had any updated sonar settings for those. Luckily, I stumble across your video here. I mainly play fps games and listen to music as well. I just don't like the regular default flat sonar settings, so all your work is very much appreciated, thank you for those countless hours of work for people like me who don't understand how to adjust any of those sonar sound settings. I've been very much pleased. Thank you.
i just trying tuning my EQ in sonar for see what step for step you did and did it myself and i understood some things you saying but not all but thanks for the help about tuning in following a guide video :)
The inclusion of DAC settings is just awesome. Really appreciate the thoroughness of your reviews and recommendations.
Just wanted to thank you for putting the time in to figuring this stuff out for the rest of us. Followed your EQ for the cooled pads and they sound perfect now.
The timing of this video couldn't have been better. I just ordered and tried out the Freeze pads and was immediately thrown off by the negative impact it had on my sound. Now I have the EQ info I need to get my sound back in order! Thank you so much for all your hard work and posting this for everyone - its super helpful!
@Aliaksandr with his EQ, yes.
Ordered the Freeze ones and wasnt satisfied with the old EQ i got from you. The new one perfectly balanced everything once again! Thanks!
Excellent video bro, the satisfaction you get when you look for something and find the most detailed professional explanation on the internet. Keep up the great work.
Thanks so much :)
I just got mine this week. I can finally wear mine without my ears hurting
Same here, finally was able to switch to them from the the cloud alpha wireless.
did you get the cooling or the standard?
@@Jord_45 if you’re asking me, I got the cooling ones. Kinda glad I did knowing now that they’re even thicker pads and less likely that the ANC pieces would press against my ear.
Man i absolutely love your videos. The detail you go into and care you take in showing your work and research is very entertaining and informative. You remind me of a peripherals focused gamers nexus.
I bought a pair and they were amazing. So soft so comfortable and even though I returned the nova 7, they made it 100 times better to wear. If you have the nova 7 or pro then you need these, they really are that good.
and not affected the sound
Thank you for this video! I'd be lost without it! I definitely noticed the different sound with the new pads but had no idea how to adjust the EQ to compensate.
I DOUBT anyone will read this but I was playing around with the EQ and found that pushing the 100hz down to 20hz, plus going back to Peaking EQ, that the sounds becomes WAY more punchy and less flat in my opinion. I really REALLY like the deep sub bass and found that settings the 20hz range to around +4db will help with bass feeling soft.
Love the work you do, and can confirm that your EQ's really improve the sound from the Nova Pro's.
I accidentally came across this updated video (and your comment) after watching the “how to install WC's Freeze Pads”, so I was pretty stoked to see that you had put out a new video.
Thanks again, it's appreciated :)
Such a great video. Just got my Nova Pro Wireless and this info has been invaluable, all round. Got the Freeze pads, DAC tune, Sonar tune - all done! Thank you!
Tak!
I couldnt edit the message, so ill say it here. I wanted to thank you for your videos. They helped me influnce my purchase of headphones and i really appreciate the time and effort you put in. I would have never messed around with EQ if not for you and it sounds amazing :)! So thanks Joe
Thanks so much! I'm so glad you've found the content helpful and it's at least helped you in some way.
Thank you so much for all the time and effort it took to adjust the eq. Your tune made this headset so much better. Glad we can keep it with new pads! Ordered the upgraded pad with your code. Thanks for the savings 🙏
Just put my order in for a pair of these beauties. For some reason I was under the impression the stock cushion had to be cut off with scissors, but now I see the install is super easy
Thank you for all the tunes. You should be getting more praise and views for it. Can’t thank you enough. You changed my outlook on my nova pros. With the tune on them I will never go back to astros. Thanks again!
Just bought some Nova 7's and used your EQ settings. Sounds so much better. Can you do one with WC for them? Love the details in your videos.
Im so surprized you beat technie to the punch. Great job man and your eq info sets your production apart. Excelent.
I don't comment on videos at all but this guide deserve my precious time thank u
Thank You for doing what you do for us Joe! We appreciated!!
You earned a subscriber with this. Completely destroys what a lot of bigger channels do
Man I looove how detailed and unique your videos are. I am a user of the Nova pro, and I was using a custom solution for the pad, but now I am definitely getting the freeze edition since I use them generally. Huge thanks to you and for the efforts you put into getting us the best tuns for each pad
Can confirm the EQ is on point. My headset is the best sounding and most comfortable ever.
@@dmn1000000for sonar on pc or DAC EQ for console
thanks a lot for the EQ settings!
can this EQ also be applied to the other categories? (chat, media, micro)?
or should they just stay flat?
wondering the same thing!
Thank you so much for this video! I love the nova pro wireless but the anc bump really is a killer for me so I was really glad to see that the normal wc pads don't effect sound too much, just ordered them with your code so I'll be back to use your tuning guide when I get em!
bought the freeze pads and had it tuned to what u said. its amazing. additionally I turned on spatial audio, set immersion to 100 and distance to 25. my headphones now sounds better, and feel better. 100% recommend this
The left ANC mic hurts my ear so bad I'm considering returning these, I love the sound and stereo image but damn... the awfully placed mic works into my ears until I feel a weird numbness on my left side.
This video helped a lot, thanks dude! Ordering these pads to save these hp.
Thanks for the EQ settings for the WC Freeze I picked them up to avoid the rubbing issue with the ANC mic/speaker they are amazingly comfy but then I lost the bass and some of the high instrumental frequencies the headset hit with the stock pads. Used your sonar EQ settings and wow sounds really good now. I had sonar disabled and just used the smiley EQ preset and this sounds way better. Sonar is actually dope once you set up different presets for different needs/media. After a long gaming session its nice to simply switch inputs (gaming to media and get a totally different mood of sound.
Leave it to Joe to make a 24 minute video about earpad swapping 😂
If this doesn't get pinned 🤣🤣🤣
Definitely pinning this lol
@@GadgetryTech To be clear I'm a big nerd and I love videos like this.
I ended up getting both variations for my pair and i much prefer the upgraded original over the Freeze one's. I feel that they are more comfortable.
How come? Do the updated originals get sweaty like the stock ones do? I'm either ordering the freeze or the updated stock, I was hoping to order today.
@@Jord_45 with the freeze ones they sound very different so if you care about audio go with upgraded ones i got the upgraded ones as well
@@RelMexLivewhere do you find the upgraded standard ones?
Was considering these for a while and bought a pair of the regular pads after seeing this. With those EQ settings they sound better than my stock pads did! The added size and padding are so much comfier as well. Thanks.
I was literally just looking at these pads yesterday and wondered just about everything that you answered, glad I stumbled upon your channel
This is outstanding work, thank you for the commitment and sharing it with us.
I have both pads, but I recommend the upgraded pads if all you're going to do is use them for gaming. The freeze pads are too thick, and the sound quality is reduced, but they're comfortable for everyday use.
Thank you Ami boy
affected the quality of the sound?
Great info. I ordered freeze pads prior to seeing this. Now im debating getting the standard instead.
I’m in the same situation. Bought the cans and WC Freezes on same day, but have found no issue with stock ear pads. They actually cup my ears perfectly- thinking the upgraded standard ones may be the way to go when I need replacements in future.
how is it this gentlemen has not got a million subs? thanks so much for this comprehensive video subbed!
Progress is progress! Thanks :)
The DAC tunes are actually super useful for those of us on PC who don't use Sonar due to incompatibilities with Elgato's Wave Link and Stream Deck software.
Also, I have the Nova 7's with the Freeze cushions and I used your DAC tune for those, since I figured the tunes should be close enough, and I have to tell you, for a song like "Vinushka" by Dir En Grey, that combination sounds absolutely fantastic. Thanks for this.
I greatly appreciate taking the time to build and share the EQs without shoving them behind a Patreon/Floatplane paywall. Because of this, I’m not sure if I wanted these yet, but I just ordered a pair and tried my hardest to make sure you got the affiliate commission (assuming it carried through when using the “open in the app” via mobile web).
I just got my Nova Pro Wireless and after wearing them for a full work day I purchased the WC Freeze Pads, they're so comfortable, even if you're wearing glasses, just like you said!
The impact on audio quality is now more than acceptable (and by that I mean GREAT!) thanks to your excellent review and Sonar Tuning instructions.
These pads are invaluable and so are your instructions!
Just came here to say:
Thanks a million for putting so much time and effort in a great review plus great tips to improve the experience even further, much appreciated, I can wait what you have in store for us next!
Thanks!
No problem, thank you so much!
Freeze where very comfortable! But returned them. They changed the sound of the headphones drastically! As I already expected
Appreciate your work on this Joe. have the settings locked in and will take them for a spin shortly.
Buddy the amount of work that took!
Damned awesome.
Thanks for the education. 👍
Once again a truly fantastic review. My ears are not laboratory-calibrated like yours and I simply replaced the stock pads with teh freezegel and did nothing else and it did substatially improve the comfort for sure but that ANC nub still bothered me.
@GadgetryTech I just wanted to say that I really appreciate the amount of time, effort and attention to detail you put into your videos!🤯
I've noticed a few people in the comments in other related videos, have asked for a more detailed explanation on "Spatial Audio", what it is, why/not use it etc. I know I would definitely appreciate a more in depth look at this💯🤔(Recently I have been using your "FreeZe Pad Sonar Tune", with Spatial Audio turned on. As it gives you access to the Headphone/speaker mode toggle, positioning, performance/immersion and distance settings)
I recently upgraded from my Steelseries arctis pro wireless to the new Nova pro wireless X (with wicked cushion freeze pads). I use them everyday for call centre based work from home, gaming, music, movies etc and have no complaints👌
Love your video mate. You put so much efforts and details, really helpful! Just used your link to buy the freeze one. I love the nova pro wireless but i am a simracing gamer and it sucks how they become hot so quickly. It can become really unconfortable when playing a long and intense session. I am very glad I found your video and this product. thanks!!
Do you find the freeze cushions helped with the getting hot issue? I'm having the same issue with my stock pads.
@@Jord_45 yep it helped me a lot! no doubt
I just bought my Nova Pro Wireless and I already knew the "bump" might be a problem - and it is. It hurts my ears pretty bad. I'm amazed Steelseries didn't think this through. It's almost like they made the headset and slapped the ANC stuff on it after everything else was done.
Luckily WC is here to save us. I already ordered some replacement pads from WC. Now I just have to wait for those to arrive.
You are an absolute legend Joe, I was going to ask if you could do a video like this when my shipping confirmation came in from wicked.
I ordered a set of wicked cushions when I ordered my nova pro's about a month a go, after I watched a few reviews noting the anc nub. I'm super glad I did because my ear rests on the nub, though it's not causing me any discomfort yet, but hearing your experience with the aging of the pads I'm glad I did now.
Thanks for you super detailed videos
i got 3 things to say:
1. i'm really glad you've reviewed these, as i've bought a nova pro wireless after watching your review and
2. i bought the wc upgraded pads for my nova pro because the stock earpads really hurt my ears. not because of the bump. the bump hurts juuust a bit after a few hours so it isn't as bad as some people have, i guess. my issue is with glasses. i know you said that they weren't a problem for you but it was pretty bad for me. right on the temple tip. although i do realize everybody (and every glasses frame) is different. for example they don't hurt with a different pair of glasses. anyway, since i got the wc pads i was wondering what you would have to say about the sound.
3. i was gonna kindly ask if you could review these earpads via a comment but it felt likeit would be too demanding, considering you got the previous wc pads from the company free of charge and i'm not sure if you can just go to a company and say "hey, i wanna review those. gimme please." also how many people would have my exact setup (and issues)?
so yeah, bullseye.
ps: for anyone who's wondering, the wc upgraded earpads still hurt a bit but it's barely noticable.
pps: the (black) gel ones were out of stock on amazon and buying them elsewhere like the company's own website would be a problem for various shipping issues that i'm not gonna go into. i'll look into those as well to further improve the comfort.
Yo how are the gel ones with glasses? Stock is uncomfortable for me
@@fatchi7 dunno, , don't have the ones with gels.
Thank you, I had ordered freeze version but after listening to the video I cancelled em to get the standard instead, willing to give up a bit of « comfort » to keep almost the same audio as default. Still gonna try to find the best EQ settings, but pretty excited to keep the best audio possible with comfort, bye bye audio cancellation feeling
Hello! In the Sonar app you can share the configured equalizer. Why didn't you do that?)
Just received the Wicked Cushions freeze pads for my Steelseries Arctis Nova Pro Wireless and combined with this DAC EQ they sound great for Cod Mw3 Multiplayer on Xbox Series X thanks 👍
Great review and very helpful settings, thanks so much for taking the time!
I bougt the SOULWIT Red Storms for 22€ and they are so good, no pain and heat anymore. Here the WCs cost 38€, but you are absolut right. The Treble gets a little bit down, but nothing you can't balance at the EQ DAC. I have a lot of Headphones between 200 til 1000€, so i knew what was going to happen if you change the Pads. I have the Arctis Nova Pro Wireless only 2 weeks now dor PS5, but i'm disepointed that they don't have a App. If you use them on PC thwn it's not a real Problem but on Console it can getting annoying.
thanks for your great work measuring and tuning the nova's with the wicked pads :)
for my ears the WC Pads felt a little bit too narrow (even tho they increase the distance to the driver) and just slightly (really slightly) mudded sounding and i took your sonar tune and just left the 150Hz base region to 0db and reduced the upper mids and highs for about 0.5 to 1 db cause the highs were sometimes a really tiny bit distorted for me in a couple of songs.
at the moment i am pretty pleased with these wireless cans coming from a 5 years of service mmx 300 :)
Ask and receive! Gonna thumbs up even before watching since I asked for this like 2 weeks ago in the Audeze comments
Just got my wicked upgraded pads today, using your previous EQ and just wow🎉 Personally, i think the wicked pads truly extend the bass and makes the sound more ”ouhmphy” so to say. And also great review, as always man :D
did you get the cooling pads? Any sweat issues?
@@Jord_45 You'll probably still sweat, just not quite as much lol. I sweat easily though
Watched this and a similar video by Techne and had to buy them. The pinna of my ears will thank you.
They are too expensive and the original pads do Just fine
@@MrSitallewal1983 To each their own but to could feel the anc too much so way worth it for comfort.
First off, thanks for the EQ and measurements! Secondly, for the Freeze pads EQ you have the Voice slider at 1.6 dB but unless I'm crazy I didn't see any mention of that in the video. Should the Voice slider be at 1.6dB to obtain your measurements or was that just accidental?
I swapped mine out with the freeze version and love them. Sound quality has improved as well.
False. The cooling gel ones make it sound worse
Ordered a pair of them gel cushions, so thx for that discount code and a great video.
You are my goat for these headphones, i wish you explained a little more how your tuning affects rpgs and such which is what i play so i could understand how these settings affect those games. Either way, these videos are very good content.
Thanks so much for the kind words and feedback. I'm really trying to make more videos soon on the educational side of things. I hope to have some content to help with this soon.
Great video man thank you. This really helped me with this new headset. Much nicer with the freeze pads and the EQ gave me a great base to start from, otherwise I never know where to start with EQ tuning XD
You got the best review for everything !
I bought these pads for my nova pro wireless and it literally took the bass away , I suggest sticking with the ones that come with the headset
These pads were perfect for the summer
thank god they made the anc nub way smaller in the 2023 model
After 2 years my normal Wicked Cushions got ripped on the seam.
Know I´ve purchased the Freeze Pads. Is there any update to EQ tunings or are they still relevant?
Steelseries has implemented a good way to export and import the settings. Maybe you can update the description if needed.
Thanks for your work!
Just for my information. I liked the Beyerdynamic curve of the DT990 Pro. Is there a way to transport that onto the Arctis Nova Pro?
Great video! EQ for each pad, could not have asked for more!
Thank you sooo Much for this Video. I saw by accident that ppl using other Pad for the Nova Pro. I almost send those Back cause thery were so unconfy. And because of this Video knowing how to the Setting i get the Freeze Pads. They fit soooo much better and with your Setting they also Sound great so THANK YOU !!!!!!
Your headset content is unmatched. Waiting for your Audeze Maxwell review next year :)
I've been curious about that headset.. Should i cancel my Nova Pro order and get the maxwells... not sure.
@@Jord_45 I would. Specs are incredible. Reviews first and then decide between those two.
@@myytti16 I ordered off of amazon. I have until Feb 10th to return, Hopefully some reviews come out by then for some comparisons.
Thanks for the video! It was really good since i just upgraded to the freeze version fo the wicked cushions.
The stockpads are so uncomfortable, the freez version is greate and still sounds great with your sonar tuning :)
Can we get an EQ update on the Nova 7X ? Got a pair of these cushions for Christmas. Thank
I always hated my smaller than average ears until I heard about how many people hated the noise canceling bump issue and owning a pair I can say I've never had that issue
I have larger than average ears and I would die to be in your position, it sucksssss
Subscribed! I absolutely love this content and I can't wait to see you grow and boom. Having said that, I would love to see what you do witth the Sennheiser HD800s and how you EQ that for PC gaming, which amp and dac you choose etc. Hands down that is my most superior headset I own for gaming.
So glad about this! Sweaty hot ears is a nope for me
Love the work and explanations you provide! Keep up the great videos man
Back at it again with another banger video! Great job and keep up the killer content!
Thanks I used your setting for ps5 and it sounds great. Footsteps are back like the old pads.
Do any of these adjustments affect the bluetooth sound profile? I don't mean the pads obviously, but does the DAC tune save to the headset and carry over to say bluetooth on a phone?
Great review! I bought the freeze but I may need to order the regular wicked cushions. I'll try them with your EQ first! 😊
Stuck easy pick for me haha i really need that footstep sounds, my ears are not really good in those sounds normal, but this headset made me happy,,
Can anyone chime in and advise how each of these Cushion Pads also affect the ANC (Active Noise Cancellation) and sound leak? I noticed those were never mentioned, and I would like to know the details on that, as they are some of the most important features to me.
Yo I bought these headphones and your videos are great bro keep up the great work and thank you for showing me how to change the pads greatly appreciated and thanks for discount code
I wonder how each pad affects the ANC and if the tests were done with it on or off?
Great video. I also haven't been using the nova pro's in for a few months due the stock earpad getting to squishy and constant feeling the ANC bump. I purchased both WC ear pads. I could still feel that ANC bump sometimes even with the standard wicked cushions. The only one I can never feel the bump with is the cooling gel version. I had still been using your stock tune slightly changed with the WC since like thanksgiving when I got them and they still sounded great. Gonna try the new tune out and see if its better to my ears.
this guy is the best
how do i do 1500 hz keeps going to kz?
Bro... This is a video of extreme quality, tailored to something very specific for me.... I can't believe it... I'm impressed, I've installed sonar and applied DAC settings right away. Can't wait to hear the results. I also clamped my ski goggle straps to the top knobs like you suggested. I can't believe it man, incredible work... Joe right? Wow!
Regarding ANC. Deadass the freeze pad does a better job at ANC than the stock pads. It blew my mind cause I expected the ANC to be worse.