Hi all,   I was considering picking up one of these headphones as they are in my price range to replace brainwavz hm5 that broke. Can anyone tell me what the difference is between these models because it doesn't seem like much difference to me. Should I just go for the m40s? Thanks in advance.

Hi All,   I'm looking into ordering an xonar essence stx as I just got brainwavz hm5s and want them to sound great. So here are my questions:   1. Does the card have a front panel connection that is amplified?   2. I have a cheap set of 2.1 speakers that I use when i'm not listening...

Looking for an upgrade to an older x-fi extreme music soundcard. Considering Forte and Titanium HD, budget is less than ~$150.   Gaming and positioning is important.   Needs built in features such as headphone amp/DAC.   Would like future 5.1 or 7.1 expandability (analog, if...

The Forte is available for $110 right now through presale, anyone know how long that presale is going to last?

Hi all,   Trying to decide between Xonar DG ($30) and Auzentech Forte ($110).   Xonar DG pros: Dolby 5.1 headphone with headphone amp, dirt cheap   Forte Pros: Overall better card, CMSS 3D, Better amp   Will be using Brainwavz hm5's with the card (65% gaming, 35% music) and had a...

Hi all,   I'm considering purchasing the Brainwavz HM5 but had a couple questions.   #1: My primary use for the cans will be gaming with some music listening all on my comp. I keep hearing closed cans are not recommended for gaming. What is the reason for that? Will these cans be a bad...

Hi all, After reading these forums for a few days, I got an idea of some decent cans that are in my price range.   What i'm looking for is a set that is good for gaming (which is what about 66% of the use will be) while still sounding good for music (I listen to MP3's on my comp, would...

Hello all,   I'm new to the forum here. I'm looking into buying my first set of nice headphones and had a few questions.   My primary use for these will be mostly gaming and music on my computer.   I currently have a soundblaster x-fi platinum pro soundcard. I'm not interested in...