If you want to keep using Dolby Headphone, then the Xonar U3 might be an option. It's pretty much the USB version of the DG(X). I'm not sure if it's cheaper for you to get there though.

Thanks. I thought it might have distorted the sound or something. Glad to have this cleared up.

On the X-Fi Titanium HD, does CMSS-3D Headphone work fine if you use the RCA out?

Yeah it doesn't fit. Time to do a bit of modding.

Ended up ordering it, will let you know how it goes.

Think these will work?   http://www.ebay.ca/itm/190702655747?ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649

  My guess is you should be OK.

  Depends. How close will the SBZ sit to your video card(s)? And are they loud? I had a hissing/interference issue with the Sound Blaster Zx whenever my video cards started to work hard.

    Does anyone know if using an amp out of a X-Fi Titanium (hd or non) would solve the hissing/interference sounds? Or would it just make it louder?     I've tried a few external USB sound cards, and none of them really sit well with me. I've used:   X-Fi Surround 5.1 SB1090: it has...

Was taking a look at the Blue Snowflake, seems decent enough. Attach to top of monitor, and it's cardioid so it shouldn't pick up too much background noise.   http://bluemic.com/snowflake/

  I see. Thanks for the info.

Does the U7 have GX 2.5/3? Or none at all?   In the past I have used a Xonar DGX, with the GX button enabled. In game for Counter-Strike Global Offensive, I have snd_legacy_surround 1 Audio options 5.1 instead of headphones   That setup sounds great for positional audio I find with my PC...

  Yeah I've been looking at those. At the moment I have been gaming in entertainment mode on the Titanium. It's not too bad.

  Thanks! Appreciate it.

It seems like the Recon3D USB's only do THX, or am I missing something?

  It's hissing/interference.   Unfortunately I'm unable to move my card. I'll take a peek at the Recon3D USB. Thanks!

Currently using: Creative X-Fi Titanium (non-hd), no emi shield Fidelio X1   When using the V-MODA BoomPro Mic cable or just a standard aux cable, I get a lot of outside noise (probably from my video cards). The strange part is I only get this when it's in game mode, When I'm in...

Ignoring comfort, requiring amp, etc. What is THE headphone for detail whoring, specifically footsteps?   Are the differences between the AD700(X), Q701, K701/K702 easily noticeable?

  Thank you for your response, very helpful and much appreciated. You stated that they're great with dance/electronic music so I'm pretty much set. thanks again!

  found them. thanks!     2nd question. To keep things simple, I would prefer just using just a sound card and avoid external dac/amp Main use is FPS games, secondary is music   What would pair up nicely with the X1's? Preferably under $200

Using: Asus Xonar DGX -dolby headphone on -max amp setting   Would going from a Sennheiser PC360 to the Fidelio X1 be a downgrade for positional audio?

Hello Everyone,   I would like to know which headphones you guys think would pair up better with a Xonar DGX and V-MODA mic.   The setup is primarily for gaming (FPS/positional audio), and then secondary for music. Any input is greatly appreciated.   Thanks!