Hey, thanks for taking the time to write this thread!
I am a noob when it comes to audio in general. I have always skimped on the soundcards and equipment and could use some help now to finally get some decent sound in my games.
I got a laptop with the standard Realtek audio and I started this search looking for a good headset for my Battlefield 4 days. And getting virtual surround sound is something I desire.
I have been stalking the Sennheiser PC 360 and a couple of others that claim to offer 5.1 and/or 7.1.
But I quickly realised that my lappy would need help with running these so thus I stumbled upon a mention of the Xonar U7.
Now to my question(s):
1. Will this offer 7.1 vSurround on any headset? Even ones like the Sennheiser PC360 that isn't advertised as a 7.1 headset?
2. Would I still have need for equipment like Astro MixAmp etc that I have heard about? Or the Sennheiser PC363D's additional amp-thing?
3. Is there anything specific I need/should do to ensure the equipment delivers it's best or will it take care of things pretty much automatically? (I see some headsets come with EQ presets..dose this as well?)
4. It's just PC - USB - XU7 - 3.5 jack - Headset right? No other complicating connection mess required?
Thanks for all help given to a man sinking in the vast new ocean that is quality audio