I have the 2008 MacBook Pro and I rather like the headphone out on it. I previously used the Turtle Beach AAM out of a Dell, and like it better than that.

Quote: Originally Posted by athompie - closed phones, cupped, supra aural, whatever it is called (need to be comfortable like audio technica, senn's, bose) Why not get Audio-Technica then? I got a pair of Audio-Technica ATH-A900's for $140, but that was only because my dad...

While I like my A900, I feel its soundstage is definitely not at a level that would be ideal for gaming. If you're playing alone at home and don't have too much outside noise, I find that open phones work better for FPS. As said already, just stick with 'regular' headphones; you don't need...

Well, I can really only give you like a temporary response until someone gives you a better one, but as an owner of the bass-heavy Sennheiser HD 590 and Ultimate Ears super.fi 5 EB, I can say that the Audio-Technica's aren't bass-light. I personally plan on getting an A900 sometime.

Okay, got them pretty quickly (overnight using ground shipping from ANTOnline @ Amazon). Very bass light, even when compared to the Klipsch and Swans. Doesn't sound too bad though. I like the Swans since they're the same price but a lot better, so if you can afford to put the sub somewhere, it's...

Didn't realize the ProMedias weren't in official production anymore. Looks like I'm gonna get the T40's, and I'll comment here when I get a chance to listen.

Looking for help on a ~$100 2.0 system, something like the Klipsch ProMedia Ultra 2.0 (which I've heard and liked given that I didn't have high expectations or anything). I'm particularly looking for people who can compare the Klipsch and the Creative GigaWorks T40 which pretty much seems like...

Not to advertise CC or anything, but I got mine last night from Circuit City with a free extra wireless controller, which pretty much just covered tax here in Jersey...without the controller I probably would have bought it online.

I just got a Dell Inspiron 9400. Problem: I bought the Indigo DJ before buying the laptop (smart, I know ), and now I find out that the laptop has the new ExpressCard slot instead of the old PCMCIA slot. The Indigo doesn't fit into this. Does anyone know of a way I can get it to work? If not, I...

The Sennheiser HD 650 you have been reading about indeed is an excellent headphone. I personally wish it had more bass impact but I must emphasize it is no slouch in that department and it is absolutely solid. I wish I could offer more insight but I'm sure the other more experienced members will...

There are thin 'frames' that are nothing more than a plastic sheet covering the front and individual, removable 'frame' pieces as a border. They aren't the big typical ones and they serve the basic purpose of protecting the poster when under display.

Oistrakh, just because eric had a 3.5 doesn't make MIT 'easy' to get into by any stretch of the imagination. Running a company like his, Audiogeek, is something that few teenagers can claim (note that some of his products have gotten rave reviews on this forum, impressive considering how...

DieInAFire, my comments are mainly because I have friends who have become very well at playing a particular instrument yet they have no interest in it and pretty much only did it because their parents have an illusion that playing an instrument is necessary to get into. Sure, the discipline's...

Oistrakh, you might have misunderstood me. What I mean about the orchestra thing is that if you played an instrument for tons of years prior to college and you include this on your application, sure, it's nice, but it's not gonna guarantee you entrance. The way they view it is as such: if you're...

Entering Columbia, Fall 2006

For undergraduate admissions, it's really your GPA/course load that carries the bulk, as well as essay(s). All extracurriculars help, don't get me wrong, but say you declare your major as something in engineering, winning a state-level robotics competition would mean more for admissions than...

If you really wanted to get into an Ivy, your app would have to be filled with stuff that you really are interested in. If you plan on becoming a doctor, volunteering at the library and playing in the state orchestra isn't going to help you much and colleges know that (I didn't read your plans...

Quote: Originally Posted by BradH Haha, well I guess that came out wrong. I certainly appreciate detail in music, and I wouldn't be here otherwise. But, if someone put a gun to my head and said "You have a choice: either permanently give up headphones for gaming, or permanently give...

I was at an American Cancer Society Relay for Life event and I placed my Oakleys in my backpack thinking no one would step on them, and they did. Now they are pretty much bent out of shape permanently even though a lot has been done to restore them to original condition. Although to answer...

The title of the topic pretty much says it...they retail from $150-$200 normally and are highly regarded in that price range. They are advertised for $97/pair at Electronics Expo so if you live in NJ or nearby you can take advantage of the deal...I'm tempted myself...the online price is still...

I like my Sony MDR-EX51s better than the Sennheiser MX500s I had...but both are good.

Quote: Originally Posted by D-EJ915 That setup sucks! I'd get so freaking bored in there it wouldn't be funny. If I just listen to music I have to be playing along or something so I'd be standing up and out of the sweet spot so it'd be a waste, lol...

For connecting the Panasonic SA-XR55 to Polk RTI4, what kind of cable would I use? One with banana or spade plugs (if both work, what do you recommend)? I'm looking for any suggestions because I have no idea about this kind of thing . The reason I ask is because I'm looking to purchasing a...

I run mine out of a Sound Blaster Audigy 2 (from the actual PCI card, not front Platinum deck) w/ Winamp ASIO output...not audiophile settings there...but I can assure you it is adequately powered and sounds quite good, especially the bass (rap music and techno music tested). Yours might have...

Quote: Originally Posted by johnnysize I will say for serious gaming there is absolutely nothing better than headphones. I play counter-strike online and the only way to get pinpoint accuracy is with headphones. Its crucial if you are being silent and listening to someones footsteps so...