Basically I'm wondering if I should get an external amp (Solid State or Tubes) that outputs from my Creative X-FI Titanium HD Sound card or if it would just be a waste of money. Would it make a noticeable difference to the sound of my headphones? I don't play my headphones loud due to worries...

Is there anything quite like what an AV Receiver has where you have all of your source components hooked up and you are able to switch between them? I have a nice 5.1 setup but was recently thinking about using my headphones more often. I have several gaming systems, HTPC, Apple TV etc, and I...

I saw mentions that the HD700 pairs best with a Tube Amp. Right now I just have a FiiO E17 Portable Amp and a Creative Titanium HD (which I don't think even has an amp built in).   My budget is around $200-$400.   Should I be looking at a Solid State Amp or Tube Amp? I guess I should also...

Hello,   So I was wondering about the viability of using a DAC and Amp on my computer system but still getting the gaming benefits from the sound card. Could I use fiber optic out on a Sound Card like the Titanium HD I currently have, to a DAC with a Fiber Input with an Amp attached? Would...

Anyone have experience with both that could tell me if the T200B's are worth spending 200 extra dollars?

I lost the 3.5mm -> 1/4" adapter that came with my ATH-AD700's so I'm looking for a new one. I see some for sale with bad reviews, so I'm not sure which to get. Is there a discernable quality difference based on the material used? Any recommendations?   On a side note the 3.5mm jack got...

I'm building a new computer. The onboard sound is Realtek.   On my current rig I had an Xtreme Music X-Fi card, but it had so many driver issues and BSOD's I stopped using it. The difference between onboard sound and the sound card was noticeable.   I can't decide whether to go for just...

I've been mainly looking at the Swan MKIII's, Audio Engine A5+'s, Behringers, JBL's, and Adams. The other alternative is that 2.1 Corsair Speaker set. I'm upgrading from a Z-5500 set. I've realized 5.1 really doesn't work in mine or most people's desktop setup.   Right now I'm leaning toward...

I wanted to know something. I see everyone always talk about how comfortable they are, but is this talking about the weight or the inner ear material used? I'm worried the material used that I see in the headphone might itch my ears. I kind of sweat a lot too (I'm trying to lose weight) Also...

Hello all, What would be the best headphones for me to use based on what I will be using them for? I'm looking to spend at most $150 but I would like to keep the price at around $100 or lower if possible. The only high end earphones I have are some shure in ear headphones that are nice, but...