I have an EMU 0404 USB - packed away somewhere. To me it sounded a bit lean and am now using a Cambridge CXA80 which is a Wolfson DAC, headphone amp, and stereo amp so serves me better.

  No, he is saying download and use Razer software. Try the free version. https://www.razerzone.com/surround

Audio-Technica AD900 has been replaced with Audio-Technica ATH-AD900X and from what I have read they sound even better. https://www.amazon.com/Technica-ATH-AD900X-Open-Back-Audiophile-Headphones/dp/B009S331VU/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1490289634&sr=8-1&keywords=ATH-AD900X Only headphone I want on...

I'm on Win8.1 and use ASIO so doubt I would hear any dif.

Can't download it cos google. I block most google domains with the Hosts file. Will get it later in Linux, thx. If it doesn't have library support then I won't use it much.

I don't have the parts yet but amp is paid for and on its way from amazon. The speakers I can buy locally and am just waiting to see what they will give me for my Totem Staff speakers as a trade item. I will be using my Totem Storm sub in this setup too. 1. Cambridge Audio CXA 80 integrated...

Unless you do a double blind ABX test I'm not drinking the Kool-Aid.

Ever read this article? Read it if you haven't, it is about what you are talking about.   http://www.stereophile.com/content/carver-challenge   "But whatever Bob, and others who can match his technical virtuosity, choose to do with the results of this project, I think that the field of...

I dismissed them because they are $2,200.00 in Canada. I would rather buy Q701 for a reasonable $350.00 CAD.

For the effect the OP wants he needs a headphone with very good mids and sweet highs and very good soundstage. I haven't heard these but from what I have read these may be up your alley.   https://www.amazon.com/AKG-Signature-Reference-Class-Premium-Headphones/dp/B004444OFK

I've been using Mixxx DJ software recently when I stumbled upon it by accident. Has lots of features, including asio support, and is stellar for free.   http://mixxx.org/   Another player I like and sometimes use is 1by1, it is a directory player instead of a playlist/tag player.  ...

Came across this free DJ software, supports up to 4 decks, this is really good considering it is free. Thought some here might be interested in it.   http://mixxx.org/

If you are interested in the Senn HD598 and want to save some money then just buy the HD558 model instead, exact same driver with a bit of material added to block a bit of the highs which can be removed if wanted. I use mine stock though and perfectly happy with them, I did own HD598 too but...

MusicBee.   http://getmusicbee.com/

Wasn't giving advice, just my opinion.