Well for gaming only, PC is multi purpose - listening to FLAC, watching movies and gaming(solo play mostly but still prefer immersion :) ). I read in the meantime on Sond BlasterX G5 thread that ppl cant distinguish front from rear positional cues. So I guess it is a no no even for 80$.

Guys quick answer pls, I recently started actually enjoying Dolby Headphone on Asus STX/AKG K7XX :) so the question is - Sound BlasterX G5 is SBX any good comparing to Dolby Headphone or it is a failure? Need answer fast, plan to order today if I get a good deal. 

Understand, once you start with headphones... :) I used to have Beyerdynamic MMX300/Creative Titanim HD, Asus DG and now AKG K7XX/Asus STX. Would really like to test some more "gaming" headphones, maybe Fidelio X2, DT 990 PRO, HiFiMAN. Thinking also replacing STX to STX 2. ThX for advices 

What that means is that FPS gaming sounds better or worse on DT 880 PRO?

Asus STX sounds really nice with AKG K7XX(I borrowed it from a friend for unlimited time :D ) . Still considering Sound BlasterX G5 just for comparison. Anyway,  what do you think about this video - is Sennheiser  really a nice upgrade over AKG K7XX, all the details and stuff on a 6XX?  

This guy claims that semi open DT 880 Pro have wider and airy soundstage comparing to open AKG K7XX, is that true?  

​Unfortunately I don't "believe" in those tube amps For me only mainstream, affordable commercial stuff where we all can agree if something sounds overall better or worse Those pricy tubes are for "believers and cult followers"      PurpleAngel full respect for you and thanks for advice, I...

​Of course I disabled onboard audio, I have no problem with the drivers or DPC latency - everything is working just fine on WIn 10 64. How will unified drivers "improve" sound quality?

I am coming from Beyerdynamic MMX300/Titanium HD/Asus DG. AKG K7XX/Asus STX = FANTASTIC, I don't know if it can get any better then this, it maybe can I am using high gain, smart volume between 40 and 55. Never heard anything better. Thinking about ordering Creative Sound BlasterX G5 and...

Ok, I borrowed Asus STX from my friend for test. That sound card drives headphones up to 600ohm so AKG K7XX is rated @62ohm. Should I use high gain or low gain(I suppose low gain). Is it possible do damage the headphones if someone use high gain on those headphones for example?

Guys I thought AKG K7XX are 600ohm headphones? I see on the box and in the review -   Rated impedance: 62 ohm http://www.headfonia.com/review-massdrop-akg-k7xx-limited-red-edition-the-dark-side/   So, I don't really need a powerfull amp for these?  

​Best Buy is out of stock.   Anyway about GSX1000 - https://forums.overclockers.co.uk/showthread.php?t=18749909

I got my AKG K7XX and I am very pleased with the sound, I need amp now. What do you think about Sound BlasterX G5?   http://us.creative.com/p/sound-blaster/sound-blasterx-g5   Experience so far... :   PC integrated sound - SAD :( Nexus 5X                  - SO&SO iPhone...

I got my AKG K7XX and I am very pleased with the sound, I need amp now. What do you think about Sound BlasterX G5?   http://us.creative.com/p/sound-blaster/sound-blasterx-g5   Experience so far... :   PC integrated sound - SAD :( Nexus 5X                  - SO&SO iPhone...

Guys have you seen this new tech from Sennheiser - looks very interesting :)   https://en-us.sennheiser.com/audio-amplifier-gsx-1200-pro