I just installed the Xonar DX along with JVC HARX700 headphones, Zalman Clipon Mic, and Creative Gigaworks T20 speakers.  Before I installed the sound card and the drivers, I was able to use all of my audio outputs at the same time. With the Xonar DX, I have to go into the driver and switch...

Alright, I just ordered the JVC HA-RX700 and the Zalman Clip-on mic from Amazon. Total was about $52 with 1-day shipping! Now I will be looking for a sound card. I'm really contemplating the ASUS Xonar DX. Will this sound card be a good match for my RX700s and CL Gigaworks T20s?

     Quote:   I guess I would want closed headphones rather than noise cancelling. Anything that will prevent sound from leaking so that my girlfriend won't be able to make out what I'm hearing. I think my hearing is fine for how long I've been gaming with headsets. I usually try to...

Hey guys, I've been creeping these forums as I've been in the market for some quality headphones since my 5 year old DSP-500s are just about dead.   I WILL BE USING AN ONBOARD SOUNDCARD (REALTEK ALC889)   What I will be doing: -Gaming -Communication (Skype/Ventrilo) -Music sometimes...

Hey guys, I've been creeping the boards for the last few days researching and I can't just figure out what I want to buy. I'm not a crazy audiophile but I do appreciate good sound.   I am looking for some headphones/sets that I can use for mainly skype/ventrilo, games, and music (indie rock...