Hey guys!    My headphones and soundcard got here. I've been too busy all day to get around to using them, that is until now!    They sound awesome! I can actually hear details in songs that I couldn't before!   Thanks so much for your help guys!  

Thanks guys for all the help!   I just ordered a pair of DT990 Pros from amazon for $150 and a Xonar Essence STX for $170.They should be here tomorrow (Amazon prime for students, overnight shipping was only $7.99 for both items)!   I'll let you guys know what I think and thanks again for...

Ok I'm leaning towards the DT990s+STX, so I guess that leaves one question remaining for me, what is the affect of impedance on SQ?   I understand that impedance dictates the required voltage level to drive the drivers, but how does it affect the SQ output? I also have a minor in Electrical...

Ah, I was going off this: http://www.headphone.com/headphones/beyerdynamic-dt-990.php   That price is certainly more appealing! Darnit, now this is even a harder decision!!!!!!   Ok, so;   DT990 Pro: $150 + $175 (Xonar might as well get it new, still cheaper than external) = $325 [NEW]   ...

I'm going to make this short because the post I just wrote, which was large and analytical, didn't get posted and I can't get the text back.   Essentially, I've narrowed down my options to the DT990s and the Momentums.    The DT990s will cost me a lot more and will need an amp ($380 + ~$200...

Hey guys, thanks for all your help!   I was talking to my brother who has an extra Xonar Essence STX. I was wondering if this is any good? 

Budget: $200 - 400. Amp: Definitely a possibility, although an explanation of the benefits may be needed. I'll primarily be listening through my PC. I generally listen to music in a quiet area, mostly my room.   Thanks!

I used to play a lot of video games, so a few year ago I purchased the Astro A40's and have been using them ever since. Although, I no longer play video games and primarily use them to listen to music (and talk on skype, which is a low priority when it comes to determining the correct...