Thank you for the reply. Did you find one better than the other for gaming like hearing the most important sounds like footsteps and gunfire? Was the PC38x better in that regard? The pc37x is still highly sold on eBay and people do still recommend it as a cheaper alternative to the pc38x. Of...

Thanks for that. They are some expensive headphones lol. But given the Audio Technica AD700x/AD900x are usually mentioned as one the best for fps gaming then I would believe the R70X is on par or better with the cheaper AD models too.

Hey guys. I need some help. I am looking to buy an open back gaming headset to use on my PS5. Open back because I want to hear my surroundings so closed back headset is definitely out of contention. I say headset and not headphones because pretty much all the good headphones will sound crap...

Thanks. I will do that now.

Hey guys. I game on a PS5. Yes I know not a PC so that limits my choices on headphones/headsets to buy. Buying a dac, headphones and separate mic won't sound as good as using them on a PC. So I will stick with a headset (built in mic) though since most of the good headphones will sound crap on...

Thanks guys for the replies. I had a good look into all those headsets today but bought the Sennheiser game one black earlier today on eBay. It was listed as used but almost brand new condition. It was $175 AUD minus vouchers and cash back got me down to $125 free shipping. Those Sennheiser HD...

Thanks for that. I just had a quick look and it seems to be the same as the Game ones. A bit cheaper though including shipping to Australia. I might take a closer look since there is only 1 day left on the drop.

Unfortunately i live in Australia so that rules out that price :( I can still get it but for $200 whilst the PDG1 is $60 cheaper.

Hi guys. Looking for some advice on a good pair of gaming headset. I know i said headset and not headphone. Most of the good open back headphones are really expensive or they are discontinued years ago and sold expensive on eBay, etc. I had the Superlux HD681 with Brainwavz HM5 velour earpads...

Just to let you guys know my Philips SHP9500S headphone arrived today. Just under 2 weeks shipping to Australia. I only received the headphones and no original box or accessories. It's pretty new. Even though it is a store return it smells brand new. Only after my short use today the comfort...

I won't claim any warranty with Philips for this headphone since i will need to send it back to USA. So that is not an option. I was actually referring to the eBay seller's own 30 day warranty. If it arrives broken or breaks within 30 days then i can get a replacement or refund. But the Philips...

Thanks guys for the replies. However earlier today Sydney time i bit the bullet and bought the Philips SHP9500s headphones from a seller on eBay USA. It is not a brand new set but is a store return based on the description. All up $98 AUD shipped to Australia. I could have paid another $15 to...

Thanks for that. I have been researching for the past few days and have narrowed it down to two headphones: Superlux HD681 evo and the Philips SHP9500s. I decided to add the SHP9500s to my list since if it sounds better then i might buy it. It will cost me $50 extra compared to the HD681 evo...

Thanks for your input. I did read about the clamp force so may need to stretch it over some books. I did the same with the original HD681. The HD681 evo seems like the best value for under $50. I think i might take the plunge on it.

Thanks. I have been looking more at that model as well. It only costs $50 and i get 3 year warranty and free 100 day returns. So i can try it out and see how i like it. I am worried it might not have a big soundstage as the hd668b but since it is an improvement over the hd681 it might be not...

Hi everyone. I made a thread earlier this week and decided to purchase the Superlux HD681 headphone for gaming. I have now decided to return it due to the really high treble these headphones have. I did a few simple mods to try and solve the issues like the paper towel mod and also using the...

Update. So i received my Superlux HD681 headphones yesterday and also the Brainwavz HM5 velour earpads. Firstly the Superlux headphones sound great. The soundstage is excellent and the sound is great too. I am only using it for gaming so i didn't notice the treble issues people complain about...

Thanks for that. I have done a lot of reading and HM5 pads are usually the top pick that comes up due to comfort. However they don't fit very well with various headphones from my reading. It requires a lot of stretching. There is a HM5 XL model but i might need to import that one which means...

Thanks. I can get the hybrids as well. They seem to be a good in between option with the comfort of the velours and better bass with pleather. I might check that one out. Any reason why you didn't like it? Most people tend to go for that one over the Cosmos & hifiman velours. I can also get...

Thanks for the reply Luke. I do prefer headband style headphones compared to the audio technica wings. It seems it would dig into your head. However i haven't tried it before. But i think i will stick with the HD681 and HM5 velour pads all from Australia. Adding an extra month for delivery...

Hi guys. I live in Australia and have a $50 eBay voucher to use and have narrowed it down to these headphones. Main use is for FPS gaming on my PS4. From my research online there isn't much comparison between the HD681 and HD668B. The main comparison is between the HD681 evo and HD668B...

Thanks guys for the replies. I already have a 2013 mixamp pro and an old modmic 4.0 that i never got around to using. I have narrowed it down to either the Samson SR850 and the Sennheiser HD 558. There are a few on eBay already so i might try and pick one up and also change the ear pads while...

Hi everyone, I just need some help choosing the best gaming headphone for the price $60 and under. When i say gaming .. i play on the PS4 and usually play call of duty (black ops 3, WW2) and battlefield 1 and 4. I would like good soundstage and hear footsteps clearly. I currently have Turtle...

Ok so this is a follow up to my previous post whereby i bought the Astro Mixamp 2011 version: http://www.head-fi.org/t/534479/mad-lust-envys-headphone-gaming-guide-3-18-2016-mrspeakers-ether-c-1-1-added/35790#post_12689604 The mixamp arrived today ahead of schedule. Almost like 2 weeks...

Ok so based on my questions about the mixamp pro a few pages back i just purchased the 2011 mixamp pro. This one: http://www.ebay.com.au/itm/281815550100?_trksid=p2060353.m2749.l2649&ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT I am actually from Australia so with a $15 ebay discount and convert to AUD...