I dunno.... it looks like the DDS2 has USB headset chat capability. And the PS4 supports USB headsets, no need to plug into the controller. You would basically plug this into the headphone output of the DDS2 http://www.astrogaming.com/headset-y-adapter/3ACBL-HBM9U-760.html#start=1 and then plug...

I just googled this because my brother just called and told me they were only $99. I live in Northern California... so it is definitely nation-wide and an awesome deal to boot. 

Quote: The clamping force was never a problem. So the pads wouldn't make much difference. They were plenty comfortable as far as how they felt and how they made contact with my head. It was just the weight and how it made my neck sore.  I was just wondering if the leather headband changed...

Yknow, it makes me wonder if the leather headband is better because it puts more weight at the top of your head, instead of clamping it on your head as hard. I'm wondering if this makes a better balance of the headphones and creates less strain on your neck. 

Lol, nice

Quote: Yeah.. I'm thinking about going back to the HD-650 at some point with the Schiit Valhalla.. That combo wasn't quite as good.. but for the price difference... it was damn close enough.. and a good deal more comfortable.   Either way.. I'm going to stick with my Hifiman RE-400 for...

I haven't used them for a few days and my neck felt a lot better.  I put them on the other day.. and again... neck soreness... So i'm selling them off. Here is a link for the post if you are interested in buying them.    http://www.head-fi.org/t/676492/audeze-lcd-2-rev-2-rosewood-799-shipped

Quote: It's wierd... because in a way.. they are extremely comfy. Big soft pads and a good headband (foam).  I guess if you're really fit, it might be alright.. lol. Cuz the only problem is the weight. 

Quote: yeah.. the cable mine came with are custom too.. since i got them used.. but it is annoyingly thick and heavy... and not very flexible. But okay, I'll stick with them for a while and hopefully my back neck muscles will get beefy enough... Lol    Quote: I don't have medical...

Quote: Which headband do you have? I've got the foam headband and I find all  the weight mostly on the top of the head.  But even then, I also do feel the weight isn't very well distributed. Like in a normal seating position... you head wants to drop forward from the weight. I've...

Quote: You're right on that. And I've thought of this too. 

I just looked up some videos on neck stretches and they really do help ease the tension... and pain...  And you're right about posture.. I have terrible posture from sitting on the computer too long as is...  I do find they are easier to deal with when standing... 

I've had these for almost a month now... Got them July 12th. (Yes, that is me wearing them in my profile pic) I have an annoying ache in the back of my neck... I am a healthy 27 year old male.... don't usually have these problems.  I love the sound, but I think I need to sell these off...

http://www.ebay.com/itm/Sennheiser-MOMENTUM-Closed-Over-Ear-DJ-Professional-Stereo-Luxury-Headphones-/390563977898?pt=US_Headphones&hash=item5aef6d5aaa   Momentum is only 225.99 Refurb. Def worth it if you like a warm sound signature. Very efficient too. 

Asus Xonar Essence STX is a good place to start, IMO.  http://www.amazon.com/PCI-Express-XONAR-ESSENCE-STX-90-YAA0C0-0UAN00Z/dp/B001OV789U/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1374889404&sr=8-1&keywords=asus+xonar+essence+stx   It's got Dolby Headphone too.. for gaming. 

Quote: +1 Agreed, best choices. I vote for the Creative Aurvana Live, the most. 

Quote: Mementums have a great mid-range to my ears, but I do agree the details in the high-end might be a bit too recessed for some.  I don't know much about the Shure SRH 940, sorry. 

Quote: If you want to save money, you might want to consider this one... http://www.amazon.com/Turtle-Surround-Processor-Xbox-360-63043006306200/dp/B006W41X36/ref=dp_ob_title_vg   I cannot say for certain if they would be adaquate for powering the HD 558s on their own. If you...

Quote: Yeah, IMO, that's the best route.  The Astro Mixamp is probably the best and most convenient Dolby Headphone processor for the price. If you can get a hold of the older model, before 2013, I would pick up that one. It has better input options.  Like this one right here...

Quote: I think the HD 558 would be a great choice. =) Good for music too. 

Quote: I'd recommend going through this guide.  http://www.head-fi.org/t/534479/mad-lust-envys-headphone-gaming-guide-updated-7-18-2013-philips-fidelio-x1-added   It really depends what you're looking for.. for your gaming. Something more fun and bass-y or something that is better for...

You can do what I plan to do.  The PS4 is going to support USB mics + Optical Out like the PS3.    I plan to use the Astro Mixamp with the headphones i already own. (I'd try to find one used) Gives you good headphone surround sound. ...

Maybe the MrSpeakers Maddogs or Sennheiser Momentum. Those would be my recommendations. Need something cheaper?

The Fostex TH900 is basically the re-introduction of the Denon D7000 so many people loved. Denon has Fostex make the headphone for them... and since Denon discontinued it, Fostex is now selling it themselves. But yeah.... That's basically as high-end as it gets for a closed-back headphone. You...

One that just came to mind are these.. https://www.mrspeakers.com/MrSpeakers-Mad-Dog-Fostex-T50RP-Headphones They are modified Fostex T50RP... Planar Magnetic Headphones. Only better closed headphones I can think of will cost much more... Fostex TH900...