Steven Slate Immersion One: Can You Mix Immersive Audio with VSX?

In this video, I take a deep dive into the Steven Slate Immersion One headphones and answer the two questions I get asked most: can you use the VSX system for immersive audio, and is it worth upgrading from the original VSX? I cover the key hardware differences — including the custom planar magnetic driver developed in partnership with Sendy Audio, the open back design, and what all of that means in practice for your mixes.

The short answer is that the Immersion One is technically a better headphone in almost every measurable way, but that doesn't mean it's the right choice for most people. I break down the real-world limitations around portability, the open back design, price, and the additional DAC you'll need to drive them properly — and give you my honest recommendation on whether the upgrade actually makes sense for your workflow.