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Jan 18, 2014 at 3:05 PM Post #20,161 of 48,566
Ok so I've been lurking on here for a little while and this is my first post. Had Astro A50's and was looking to "up my game." I don't game on PC anymore. I use my Xbox One on a desk with my keyboard and mouse setup just pretty much exactly like PC gaming...but on my Xbone. haha
 
Anyway I was crossed between getting the new SteelSeries H wireless, the PC360's with the built in mic or going with DT990's 250 ohm and finding myself an Antlion Mod Mic along with a Mixamp.
 
So I went with the DT990's with the Fiio E17 and the 2013 Mixamp. First impressions were I wasn't impressed at all. The amount of hiss the 2013 Mixamp produced was insane. Completely unacceptable IMO. Turned me off to the whole custom setup at first plus I wasn't a fan of having a cluttered desk with wires going everywhere. So I immediately order the new SteelSeries H wireless. I found them in stock somewhere on eBay. Purchased those 2 days ago and I'll have them on Tuesday. I know the whole consensus is that if they have "gaming" on the box they are usually crap. These look really amazing though to me so I had to at least try them.  
 
Moving on I had also just purchased the older style Mixamp before it was redesigned and got it yesterday. OMG the difference between the 2013 mixamp and this 2010-11 model was amazing. I could turn up the volume all the way and get zero noticable hiss. On the 2013 Mixamp if I went past 50% on the volume knob the hiss got intolerable. Needless to say I will be returning the 2013 Mixamp! 
 
I'm really happy with the DT990/Fiio/Mixamp setup now. I ordered the 2.3 Antlion Mod Mic a week ago. Should get it end of the month. I',m debating whether to open the SteelSeries H wireless headset though. They look awesome although I doubt they will sound as good as my DT990's BUT they are wireless...which is a weak spot for me. :frowning2: I doubt I'll be able to not open them when I get them on Tuesday just to see. haha
 
Jan 18, 2014 at 3:30 PM Post #20,162 of 48,566
nokami said:
  And you will need a pretty good amp too 
 
Only for Gaming i wouldnt buy a AKG701..
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The amp will be like $200 more right? The problem is i live in Argentina so the shipping cost is like $140 for the can and amp. 
 
The goal is music, movies and some gaming. I have a clip on mic maybe a headset is worthless? 
 
Jan 18, 2014 at 3:38 PM Post #20,163 of 48,566
damstr said:
  Ok so I've been lurking on here for a little while and this is my first post. Had Astro A50's and was looking to "up my game." I don't game on PC anymore. I use my Xbox One on a desk with my keyboard and mouse setup just pretty much exactly like PC gaming...but on my Xbone. haha
 
Anyway I was crossed between getting the new SteelSeries H wireless, the PC360's with the built in mic or going with DT990's 250 ohm and finding myself an Antlion Mod Mic along with a Mixamp.
 
So I went with the DT990's with the Fiio E17 and the 2013 Mixamp. First impressions were I wasn't impressed at all. The amount of hiss the 2013 Mixamp produced was insane. Completely unacceptable IMO. Turned me off to the whole custom setup at first plus I wasn't a fan of having a cluttered desk with wires going everywhere. So I immediately order the new SteelSeries H wireless. I found them in stock somewhere on eBay. Purchased those 2 days ago and I'll have them on Tuesday. I know the whole consensus is that if they have "gaming" on the box they are usually crap. These look really amazing though to me so I had to at least try them.
 
Moving on I had also just purchased the older style Mixamp before it was redesigned and got it yesterday. OMG the difference between the 2013 mixamp and this 2010-11 model was amazing. I could turn up the volume all the way and get zero noticable hiss. On the 2013 Mixamp if I went past 50% on the volume knob the hiss got intolerable. Needless to say I will be returning the 2013 Mixamp!
 
I'm really happy with the DT990/Fiio/Mixamp setup now. I ordered the 2.3 Antlion Mod Mic a week ago. Should get it end of the month. I',m debating whether to open the SteelSeries H wireless headset though. They look awesome although I doubt they will sound as good as my DT990's BUT they are wireless...which is a weak spot for me. :frowning2: I doubt I'll be able to not open them when I get them on Tuesday just to see. haha
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Did you purchase the 2011 mixamp from the Microsoft Store? I can hear hissing on mine but it's faint and only at high volume levels which would cause my ear drums to burst anyway. Glad you are happy with your setup.
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Jan 18, 2014 at 3:44 PM Post #20,164 of 48,566
daddydc650 said:
Did you purchase the 2011 mixamp from the Microsoft Store? I can hear hissing on mine but it's faint and only at high volume levels which would cause my ear drums to burst anyway. Glad you are happy with your setup. :atsmile:
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No I got it used off eBay. It's the version that actually says A40 Mixamp on the bottom. It's not the one that looks like the new 2013 Mixamp if that helps.

Edit: This is what I'm talking about. I actually didn't know there were 2 different version of the pre- 2013 Mixamp. After I bought it I then noticed it wasn't the one I had in mind. I thought I screwed up but everything has been great since I got it. Like I said a night and day difference compared to the 2013 Mixamp in terms of hiss.

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Jan 18, 2014 at 6:05 PM Post #20,165 of 48,566
Guys,
 
Razordog is selling the K612 for $165 using coupon "K612PRO"
 
Also, this one is for chico. he has a discount for the flagship K812 using coupon "K812PRO" (only $200 off but thought I'd share, anyway)
 
Jan 18, 2014 at 6:09 PM Post #20,166 of 48,566
change is good said:
  Guys,
 
Razordog is selling the K612 for $165 using coupon "K612PRO"
 
Also, this one is for chico. he has a discount for the flagship K812 using coupon "K812PRO" (only $200 off but thought I'd share, anyway)
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My wallet is trying to tear a whole in my back pocket. Unfortunately I have to pass on this for the moment. House > headphones.
 
Jan 18, 2014 at 6:21 PM Post #20,167 of 48,566
damstr said:
No I got it used off eBay. It's the version that actually says A40 Mixamp on the bottom. It's not the one that looks like the new 2013 Mixamp if that helps.

Edit: This is what I'm talking about. I actually didn't know there were 2 different version of the pre- 2013 Mixamp. After I bought it I then noticed it wasn't the one I had in mind. I thought I screwed up but everything has been great since I got it. Like I said a night and day difference compared to the 2013 Mixamp in terms of hiss.

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Interesting. The mixamp that came with my a30 headset looks different. I wonder if there's any differences sonically.
 
Jan 18, 2014 at 6:25 PM Post #20,168 of 48,566
daddydc650 said:
Interesting. The mixamp that came with my a30 headset looks different. I wonder if there's any differences sonically.
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Yeah that's the newer design version I was talking about. That's the one I meant to order the first time off eBay.

Question what is the orange piece on the bottom? I unplugged it and it has 2 3.5mm plugs on it. Not sure what it's for.
 
Jan 18, 2014 at 6:55 PM Post #20,169 of 48,566
axelcloris said:
My wallet is trying to tear a whole in my back pocket. Unfortunately I have to pass on this for the moment. House > headphones.
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I am a weak, weak man...
 
Jan 18, 2014 at 7:52 PM Post #20,170 of 48,566
damstr said:
No I got it used off eBay. It's the version that actually says A40 Mixamp on the bottom. It's not the one that looks like the new 2013 Mixamp if that helps.

Edit: This is what I'm talking about. I actually didn't know there were 2 different version of the pre- 2013 Mixamp. After I bought it I then noticed it wasn't the one I had in mind. I thought I screwed up but everything has been great since I got it. Like I said a night and day difference compared to the 2013 Mixamp in terms of hiss.

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The volume dials and markings look so much cooler on the older one
 
Jan 18, 2014 at 8:42 PM Post #20,171 of 48,566
damstr said:
Yeah that's the newer design version I was talking about. That's the one I meant to order the first time off eBay.

Question what is the orange piece on the bottom? I unplugged it and it has 2 3.5mm plugs on it. Not sure what it's for.
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Pretty sure that's for hooking up multiple Mixamps together for LAN gaming or something.
 
What kind of presets does the old Mixamp have... the same 4 presets as the 2013 edition?
 
Jan 18, 2014 at 8:56 PM Post #20,173 of 48,566
pervysage said:
 
Pretty sure that's for hooking up multiple Mixamps together for LAN gaming or something.
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Exactly. It's for zero latency networking between multiple Mixamps, mainly used in squad competition gaming.
 
As for the presets, neither of the Mixamps I've ever owned have had those, so yeah it must be exclusive to the 2013.
 
Jan 19, 2014 at 1:23 AM Post #20,174 of 48,566
Guys I have a pretty specific request and I know this guide is made to help you do just that, however comfort is a huge priority for me due to a TMJ problem with my jaw.  Basically if I don't have headphones that are extremely comfortable, I can't wear them for more than an hour or so and that makes them much less valuable to me.
 
I am looking for ones with extremely comfortable ear cushions and overall fairly light, although with a good head support the weight can be offset if they use a good system.  I am looking for headphones that are an over the ear design and perform well across the board (gaming -> music -> movies).  Also these will probably be about 50/50 between home use and office, I highly doubt they will ever see traveling (I'd just use my Nuforce NE-700XNU buds).
 
I'm looking to stay between $150-$225 and I'm not particular to any one brand, could anyone give me any good suggestions?  BTW the features are listed in importance from start to finish, so comfort is by far the most important.  Also if there is something that is barely over $225, I would be open to look at them, but I'd prefer to stay inside that budget if possible.
 
 
BTW my Signal Chain (Headphone) is as follows:
 
Creative ZXR (w/ MUSES01/2x AD8597/2x ADA4627-1BRZ) -> Headphones
 
Also while in the office I'll be using my Cowon iAudio 9+
 
 
In terms of headphones, I've kind of been eying the thinksound on1, although they are a little outside of my price range.  Also the Audio-Technica ATH-M50 caught my eye along with the Onkyo ES-CTI300.  Closed back is what I am looking at mainly (obviously).
 
 
I am thinking about adding a tube amp such as Bravo Audio "Ocean" (Class A Tube Amp) unless someone has a better suggestion for a sub $150 tube based amp.
 
Jan 19, 2014 at 1:29 AM Post #20,175 of 48,566
damstr said:
No I got it used off eBay. It's the version that actually says A40 Mixamp on the bottom. It's not the one that looks like the new 2013 Mixamp if that helps.

Edit: This is what I'm talking about. I actually didn't know there were 2 different version of the pre- 2013 Mixamp. After I bought it I then noticed it wasn't the one I had in mind. I thought I screwed up but everything has been great since I got it. Like I said a night and day difference compared to the 2013 Mixamp in terms of hiss.

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That's a first gen Mixamp which also has almost zero hiss. It's the cleanest sounding Mixamp, but it also lacks usb dac capabilities, so it won't work with the ps3 voice chat.
 
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