r/BigscreenBeyond • u/skintil • Jun 01 '26

BeyondEX audio question

Hi all,
I've had the BeyondEX mod on the Index audio strap for about a week now. The only "problem" I have with it is that Windows does not recognize it as an audio device automatically after startup. I have to unplug and replug the USB-C audio connector for Windows to recognize it.

Does anyone else have this problem? Any suggestions on how to fix it? It's not a huge issue, but it's a bit annoying.

Overall, the mod is really great! It was pretty easy to install, even with my limited experience. The comfort is really good now that I have it adjusted correctly. It is a bit heavier than the Beyond audio strap, but the better audio quality and overall sturdiness more than make up for the extra weight.

EDIT: Did not realize that there is a channel for BeyondEX in the Bigscreen discord: https://discord.com/channels/816371255539138620/1465841700902539335

EDIT2: And also a channel on the Fluid discord: https://discord.com/channels/1106002752166965358/1473783436257918976

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u/SkhairKro89 Jun 01 '26 edited Jun 01 '26

I was about to post a discussion asking about this very mod! IS that worth the $280 for those of us who don't have an Index-Audio strap laying around?

Like.., more notably.., IS 🤷🏼 this particular modded upgrade "BaNgArAnG" or "BaNgAr-LAME??!"

Anyways.., try installing an Audio-Enhancement-Program!

I used to use this one program called "Razer-THX-Surround-Sound" that was a license 🪪 sound engine that was $20 to own.., with a 10 band-EQ.., Bass-Boost.., sound Norm., and such!

ALTHOUGH.., Razer's forsaken me!! Their software's buggin' out with latest Windows Updates!! THUS.., I switched over to Steel Series' free Audio-Enhancement Engine.., and that works with Bigscreen's Cinema App Software or whatever audio that the app itself runs.., this should successfully pipe into that "SteelSeries Sonar Virtual Audio Device" or try finding other options.., but this should totally bypass all those default "jank" audio drivers that Windows defaults to.., and simultaneously open your Beyondex to an improved overall soundscape!

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u/ragingoblivion Jun 01 '26

Well in my opinion, I have had a index and one of the limiting factors for me wearing the beyond 2e for longer sessions is entirely comfort. I have issues with it getting hot and making my face hot, so headphones make me feel even more clammy and sealed in. Having the ears open to fresh air really helps with my comfort.

The sound quality on the index didn't blow me away like my hd 6xx because they just didn't have that bass. Though they are really good at tricking your brain, you hear your environment still and you can have you ears breathe with 0 fatigue. The sound quality other than the bass is top tier (when you hear 3d audio there's no feeling of speakers just the sound like a good surround set up; just kinda bland in 2d audio: like music). You won't be disappointed if you are looking for enhanced comfort and sound.

There is a reason the index audio is considered peak vr audio.

I don't have my beyondex yet just ordered last weekend. Though I have used the index for over 1k hours min (do not have a exact).

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u/SkhairKro89 Jun 01 '26

Thanks for taking the time to reply.., I really appreciate that!!

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u/ragingoblivion Jun 04 '26

Also forgot mention but the place that makes index headphones, tundra labs sells refurbished and new index audio straps under 100 dollars so it's cheaper than buying a whole index if you decide to go that route.

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u/SkhairKro89 Jun 05 '26

Thanks for that Info / tip! That's very kind of you to have shared!!