I've had this pair of Shure e2cs for about 3 years now and they are crapping out.  The right monitor cuts in and out, sometimes just plays at half volume.  I assume it has a problem with the cable.  The rubber layer on the left one has also broken upon itself (see picture).  Would it be worth it...

I just installed a Creative Titanium HD to pair up with a pair of Grado SR225i's modded w/ 2" Cocobolo cups.  Previously, I was using a Hotaudio USB DAC and amp but I game a lot so I wanted Dolby Headphone. Anybody have any suggestions as to what to start tweaking first settings-wise?  I have...