--- product_id: 500841979 title: "GSX 1000 2nd Edition Dac Amp Audio Amplifier/External USB Sound Card with 7.1 Surround Sound, Side Tone, Gaming DAC and EQ, Headphone Amp Compatible with Windows, Mac, Laptops and Desktops" brand: "epos" price: "€ 400.16" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 11 category: "Epos" url: https://www.desertcart.gr/products/500841979-gsx-1000-2nd-edition-dac-amp-audio-amplifier-external-usb store_origin: GR region: Greece --- # Seamless Audio Switching 7.1 Surround Sound Dedicated USB-C DAC & EQ GSX 1000 2nd Edition Dac Amp Audio Amplifier/External USB Sound Card with 7.1 Surround Sound, Side Tone, Gaming DAC and EQ, Headphone Amp Compatible with Windows, Mac, Laptops and Desktops **Brand:** epos **Price:** € 400.16 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 🎧 Elevate your audio game — never miss a beat or a call! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** GSX 1000 2nd Edition Dac Amp Audio Amplifier/External USB Sound Card with 7.1 Surround Sound, Side Tone, Gaming DAC and EQ, Headphone Amp Compatible with Windows, Mac, Laptops and Desktops by epos - **How much does it cost?** € 400.16 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.gr](https://www.desertcart.gr/products/500841979-gsx-1000-2nd-edition-dac-amp-audio-amplifier-external-usb) ## Best For - epos enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted epos brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Customizable Sidetone:** Hear your own voice in real-time with adjustable sidetone for crystal-clear communication. - • **Built to Last & Perform:** Premium aluminum volume wheel and durable materials designed for marathon gaming sessions and pro-grade audio mixing. - • **Precision EQ & Profiles:** Tailor your sound with dedicated DAC chip and four personalized EQ presets for gaming, music, and movies. - • **Effortless Audio Control:** Switch between headphones and speakers instantly without unplugging—streamline your setup like a pro. - • **Immersive 7.1 Surround Sound:** Experience pinpoint positional audio with EPOS-engineered binaural rendering for competitive edge. ## Overview The EPOS GSX 1000 2nd Edition is a high-performance external USB DAC amplifier designed for gamers and audiophiles seeking superior 7.1 surround sound, seamless switching between headphones and speakers, and precise audio control. Compatible with Windows and Mac, it features adjustable sidetone, customizable EQ presets, and a durable aluminum volume wheel, delivering immersive, crystal-clear sound for competitive gaming and multimedia enjoyment. ## Description The GSX 1000 2nd Edition Dac Amp Audio Amplifier is a dynamic gaming amplifier with HD Audio and 7.1 surround sound receiver modes, and separate audio and communication control. Designed for the gamer seeking enhanced audio to better enjoy their games, the amplifier delivers exceptional bass performance, acoustic clarity and precise positional audio cues for an immersive game experience. Intuitive design of the LED touch panel and volume ring allow for quick fingertip control of your sound. Adjust game and chat audio separately and even control the loudness of your own voice in the headset. Compatible with both the PC and Mac with all 2-jack analog headsets, a built-in USB DAC and EQ presets serve the gamer as well as the movie lover. Four profile settings allow you to personalize and save your favorite audio settings Review: Incredible VSS - What’s up! I’ll keep this review short and simple. I’ve tested and used many amps and dacs on the market, and they all have their purposes and niches. This product is meant for someone who: A) Doesn’t need to drive anything above 250ohms. B) Is particularly looking for Dolby VSS 7.1 rather Atmos. C) Wants to switch audio inputs easily. D) Wants to separate chat audio from game audio. The Dolby VSS processing is top of the line, and performs better than Atmos on this device. It is notably better than anything I’ve used before, and the regular EQ profile is very neutral. Directional audio is first class in this product, so for FPS titles, it’ll shine above the rest. I attempted to drive a few headphones with this product, and anything over 250ohms just wasn’t loud enough. It did drive my DT990s well enough, but I’ve recently settled on the slightly warmer version, TYGR300s (50 ohms). The ability to plug both my headphones in AND speaker setup is very handy. You can set four presets on this device and I have one for my headphones and one for my speakers. As for separating game audio from chat audio, it works very similar to an Astro mixamp. There are two channels: chat and game. Set your game to the correct channel, and your chat audio. The large center wheel effects game audio, while a small wheel on the right side effects chat audio. Overall 5/5 for my usage, would definitely recommend. Review: A wonderful DAC for folks looking to simplify and easily swap between headphones and speakers. - Bought this because I was looking for an easy volume control knob and a way to seamlessly switch between speakers and my headset. This fits the bill perfectly. The virtualization effects are really good too, better than almost anything else out there, and the volume knob is the smoothest thing i have ever used. this thing feels like its floating, for real. the screen is great and super clear, and the sound quality is of course excellent. sidetone works well too. only complaints are the price, and that the chatmix wheel doesn't completely mute the chat when its all the way to zero. i also wish the LED was changeable to a different color (would love a blue or green) but functionally that doesn't affect anything. ## Features - SURROUND SOUND - This Headphone Amplifier has a binaural rendering engine with EPOS-engineered 7.1 Surround Sound for your ultimate audio experience. - EASE OF USE - Switch between headphone dac sound and speaker sound without tapping or unplugging cables. The EPOS GSX 1000 2nd Edition can also easily be used as a pc sound card or as an external sound card - ADJUSTABLE SIDETONE - This DAC amp audio amplifier will also work as a sound card for pc with a sidetone, so you can hear your own voice in real time at a level you set - EXCEPTIONAL CONTROL - Enjoy precision control of your game audio with a dedicated usb c dac chip and EQ presets for story, music and more. It's also great for gaming as it is a dac amp combo - BUILT FOR COMPETITIVE GAMING - Aluminum volume wheel and high-quality materials are designed to last. It can also be used as an audio mixer for pc ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B0BHL8CNWD | | Best Sellers Rank | #53,326 in Electronics ( See Top 100 in Electronics ) #109 in Headphone Amps | | Brand | EPOS | | Color | Black | | Customer Reviews | 4.0 4.0 out of 5 stars (504) | | Date First Available | November 22, 2022 | | Hardware Platform | Headphones, PC | | Item Dimensions LxWxH | 5.63 x 5.47 x 2.76 inches | | Item Weight | 7.9 ounces | | Item model number | 1001150 | | Manufacturer | Demant Sound Epos Audio A/S | | Product Dimensions | 5.63 x 5.47 x 2.76 inches | | Series | GSX 1000 2nd edition | ## Product Details - **Audio Output Mode:** Stereo, Surround Sound - **Brand:** EPOS - **Compatible Devices:** PC - **Hardware Interface:** USB - **Platform:** Windows ## Images ![GSX 1000 2nd Edition Dac Amp Audio Amplifier/External USB Sound Card with 7.1 Surround Sound, Side Tone, Gaming DAC and EQ, Headphone Amp Compatible with Windows, Mac, Laptops and Desktops - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51rosxljh+L.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: Will this work with the goxlr?** A: if It does, I haven't figured it out. Both this device and the GoXLR add multiple sound devices to manage their own functionality. In every wiring configuration that I could come up with, those sound devices either were incompatible with each other, or didn't get made at all, there defeating the purpose of one or both of the them. Right now the GoXLR I have is sitting idle. **Q: will it work with a 560s?** A: Yeah it should work with those headphones. **Q: Will this 2nd gen work with the Nintendo Switch? 1st gen did.** A: Yes it will **Q: Does this have an audio out and mic in port all in one or are the seperate ports?** A: Yes. It has three ports. One for the mic, one for the headset, and one for external speakers. You can pick and choose based on your device. I would add a picture if it let me. Video had encountered a loading problem. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Incredible VSS *by B***. on September 20, 2023* What’s up! I’ll keep this review short and simple. I’ve tested and used many amps and dacs on the market, and they all have their purposes and niches. This product is meant for someone who: A) Doesn’t need to drive anything above 250ohms. B) Is particularly looking for Dolby VSS 7.1 rather Atmos. C) Wants to switch audio inputs easily. D) Wants to separate chat audio from game audio. The Dolby VSS processing is top of the line, and performs better than Atmos on this device. It is notably better than anything I’ve used before, and the regular EQ profile is very neutral. Directional audio is first class in this product, so for FPS titles, it’ll shine above the rest. I attempted to drive a few headphones with this product, and anything over 250ohms just wasn’t loud enough. It did drive my DT990s well enough, but I’ve recently settled on the slightly warmer version, TYGR300s (50 ohms). The ability to plug both my headphones in AND speaker setup is very handy. You can set four presets on this device and I have one for my headphones and one for my speakers. As for separating game audio from chat audio, it works very similar to an Astro mixamp. There are two channels: chat and game. Set your game to the correct channel, and your chat audio. The large center wheel effects game audio, while a small wheel on the right side effects chat audio. Overall 5/5 for my usage, would definitely recommend. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A wonderful DAC for folks looking to simplify and easily swap between headphones and speakers. *by J***S on April 1, 2023* Bought this because I was looking for an easy volume control knob and a way to seamlessly switch between speakers and my headset. This fits the bill perfectly. The virtualization effects are really good too, better than almost anything else out there, and the volume knob is the smoothest thing i have ever used. this thing feels like its floating, for real. the screen is great and super clear, and the sound quality is of course excellent. sidetone works well too. only complaints are the price, and that the chatmix wheel doesn't completely mute the chat when its all the way to zero. i also wish the LED was changeable to a different color (would love a blue or green) but functionally that doesn't affect anything. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great for gaming headsets. Not enough power for audiophile headphones with higher impedance. *by N***N on November 16, 2023* I am updating my review after 3 years of use. Overall, this is a good piece of equipment. It works great with lower impedance headphones like the Sennheiser Game Ones. The amp had plenty of juice to power a gaming headset. Gaming headsets typically don't take much to power. Usually around 50 - 100 impedance. I recently upgraded my headset to the Sennheiser HD 650s. These are higher impedance. Around 300ohms. The GSX was not able to power these headphones to their full potential. They did sound decent gaming. But while listening to music, I had to turn the volume all the way to 90 for it to be loud. Because I like the features of the GSX 1000, I decided to keep it and just buy an additional amp. I decided to go with the JDS Labs Atom+. I have the GSX 1000 plugged into the JDS Labs Atom via the headphone jack with an aux to aux cable. And my headset is now plugged into the Atom amp. This way, I am able to fully power the headphones with the Atom amp while still getting the gaming benefits of the GSX 1000. I really do like the 7.1 virtual surround sound on the GSX 1000. It really does sound great in big open world games. Or chaotic shooters like Battlefield. I would not use the 7.1 in competitive FPS games such as Counter-Strike. But for other less competitive games, the 7.1 is great. Better than most virtual surround offered by competitors. The GSX 1000 also offers side tone, and a chat mixer. I really liked the idea of the chat mixer to be able to control discord volume separately. However, I have never been able to figure out how to get that to work correctly. You can also hook up desktop speakers to the GSX 1000 through the speaker input jack. And you can effortlessly switch between your headset and speakers with the push of a button. TLDR: Great device for lower impedance gaming headsets like the Sennheiser Game Ones. For any harder to drive headphones such as the Sennheiser HD 650s, you will need to get an additional amp to unlock the full potential of the headphones. The GSX simply does not have enough power for near audiophile headsets. 7.1 Virtual surround is much better than competitors offerings. Chat mixer has never worked correctly for me. ## Frequently Bought Together - EPOS GSX 1000 2nd Edition Dac Amp Audio Amplifier/External USB Sound Card with 7.1 Surround Sound, Side Tone, Gaming DAC and EQ, Headphone Amp Compatible with Windows, Mac, Laptops and Desktops - EPOS H6Pro - Closed Acoustic Gaming Headset with Mic - Over-Ear - Lift-to-Mute - Xbox/PS4/PS5/PC Headset - Gaming Accessories (Green) - EPOS H6Pro - Open Acoustic Gaming Headset with Mic - Lightweight Headband - Comfortable & Durable Design - Xbox Headset - PS4 Headset - PS5 Headset - PC/Windows Headset - Gaming Accessories (Green) --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.gr/products/500841979-gsx-1000-2nd-edition-dac-amp-audio-amplifier-external-usb](https://www.desertcart.gr/products/500841979-gsx-1000-2nd-edition-dac-amp-audio-amplifier-external-usb) --- *Product available on Desertcart Greece* *Store origin: GR* *Last updated: 2026-04-24*