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  1. jordannn15

    Convenient Gaming Setup

    Hello, I tried posting something like this before but didn’t get many responses so I am going to try to make this one shorter and more to the point. I am looking for a good open back headphone that can be powered through the ps4 controllers headphone jack and I can use the v moda boom pro with...
  2. DekoniAudio

    Dekoni’s OctoberFrag Gaming Giveaway

    Dekoni’s OctoberFrag Giveaway! Like us on Facebook and follow the Shortstack link to enter for a chance to win our new Gaming Earpadz, the subterranean Razer Kraken, the elite Sennheiser PC37X, or $500 plus the Dekoni pads of your choice! The Facebook post sales@dekoniaudio.com |...
  3. G

    Audiophile Gaming Headset

    So I just joined today and I am not an audiophile just yet. But for like the past 2 weeks I've fallen into the audiophile rabbit hole. It was like a domino effect, 1 set of cans led to another. Learning about ohms and impedance, closed back vs open back, soundstage and imaging, dacs and amps...
  4. Lee M

    EVGA NU Audio Card - Now $149.99 for a limited time only! Update!

    Hello Head-fi'ers, The EVGA NU Audio Card will be available at EVGA.com and participating resellers at $149.99 (USD) for a limited time only, and while supplies last. Available at this price in US and Canada. If you've been waiting for a better deal on an audio card, now is your chance to...
  5. silikone

    Is soundstage actually detrimental to spatial audio?

    So the notion of soundstage being a property of headphones certainly has a lot of substance behind it, and indeed, even untrained ears can anecdotally easily perceive this. However, the theory behind is rather confusing to me. Since soundstage seems to be related to the openness of headphones...
    • silikone
    • Thread
    • asmr binaural gaming headphones hrtf positional soundstage surround
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    • Forum: Sound Science
  6. DekoniAudio

    Choice Pad Loadout for Gaming Headphones

    Dekoni Audio is pleased to announce new earpads, tailored to support the Razer Kraken and Sennheiser GAME ONE/PC37X Gaming Headsets. Available from Dealers worldwide starting September 15th, but available for preorder now on DekoniAudio.com Going try-hard and playing sweaty in competitive or...
  7. Takstar GM200

    Takstar GM200

    A bass-heavy version of the famous Takstar Pro 82, providing great bass response all the way down to 20Hz. The bass is very close to Fostex TH900 MK2 in both quality and quantity. Perfect comfort for long listening and gaming sessions. Features: • Ø40mm NdFeB driver unit features high...
    • BenF
    • Head Gear item
    • audiophile balanced bass boost bass headphones bass heavy basshead gaming gm200 microphone takstar
    • Reviews: 1
    • Category: Over-Ear
  8. Sound N00b

    External amp/dac setup compared to a equally priced sound card? ($200 price mark)

    So I have an akg k712. I was running it with a sound blaster z card but that has since died and I have a really good excuse to upgrade now. I do about 60% gaming and 40% music listening. How does the sound quality of a setup like a jds atom+modi 3 compare to an equally expensive sound card such...
  9. B

    Possibilities

    Hey guys, obviously I'm new here, but i was looking to get my first "audio setup" as far as a pair of over $150 headphones, and also my first amp and dac. I've already done my research and decided on a Fiio k3 (sorry if some of the names i list are off, I'm going off memory) for the amp/dac...
  10. D

    best headphones at around 150$ for music(classic rock, jazz, hip hop and alot more), watching media and gaming

    new to the headphones game and want to get myself a good first one. I plan to use this headphones for all stuff around the house and outside if they let me(open vs closed back) I listen to alot of genres but most focus on classic rock, rock in general. mainly gravitate to real instruments songs...
  11. Supreme_Emperor

    Closed Headphone for multimedia usage

    Hi, im looking for a good closed back headphone for mainly gaming but music and movies as well. About 50% Gaming 30% Music and 20% Movies. I would use them for singleplayer games like Metro Exodus, so im more interested in an immersive experience as opposed to competitive gaming. Im not...
  12. GSP 670

    GSP 670

    http://www.sennheiser.com/gaming-headset-wireless-gsp-670 Product Available by Mid-July, 2019 Wireless freedom for your game Bridging great sound quality with wireless technology: Our new GSP 670 headset gives you full freedom of movement, while delivering high-fidelity audio in its purest...
  13. MoonAudio

    Accepting Preorder: Audeze LCD-GX Audiophile Gaming Headphones

    Audeze LCD-GX Headphones $899.00 Expected July 2019 Preorder Now The world's first audiophile gaming headphones, the new LCD-GX advances the industry further by combining the finest in sound quality with clear voice chat for the serious purist audiophile gamer. REFERENCE PLANAR MAGNETIC...
  14. Spoonerman

    Help picking headphones that isolate noise, and are good for music and gaming ($150-200)

    Hello Head-Fi community! This is my first post, and with that being said I'm a little scared to post here, but I've been in search of help on other forums and I haven't been able to get much help. To begin: I've owned a pair of HyperX Cloud I's for about 4 years now. They're not premium...
  15. J

    Upgrading from FiiO K3

    Hi everyone, I currently own a pair of Sennheiser HD 598 SR and a FiiO K3. Unfortunately, my K3 doesn't work properly anymore and so i was thinking about upgrading my DAC/AMP setup with something a little better. I looked into the Fulla 2 or the Modi/Magni combo as a replacement. I've gotta...
  16. Thenewbie76

    Meze 99 classics vs 1more triple driver over ear HP?

    As the title states I am looking at which to choose between this 2. I listen to alot of hip hop,EDM,rock and a mixture of others BUT NOT CLASSICAL , opera and other genre like them. I also play games so I was hoping this good an average soundstage but with good imaging. Which would more suit my...
  17. Mr. Humble

    Help! Argon VS E-MU Teak

    Hey everyone, I have narrowed down my search of headphones to buy to these two pairs. I am in dire need of some comparisions of these headphones as I have not been able to find any. Would love to hear opinions of people who have had both. Would also like to know more specifically any comparison...
  18. Thenewbie76

    Closed back headphones for fun and gaming ?

    So as the title says I am looking for a close back headphone with a fun sound signature like a V or W sound signature. I would also say that even though I said gaming tbh it's more like a bonus if the headphone can be used for gaming but for me the music is a priority. I was thinking between the...
  19. EmojilessPsykop

    DAC for gaming and music

    I am looking for a DAC that I could use for gaming and music within 500EUR. The requirements for the DAC are that it can produce a big 3D soundstage and good imaging, and works well with my current gear: Meridian Explorer 2 -> Massdrop CTH -> HD6XX/K7XX and hopefully upcoming gear I've helped...
  20. N

    Need help finding a new headset ( old broke )

    Hello, That's now 3 days my old Logitech G230 headset broke, and I would like to buy another one. I've already bought the Sennheiser Game Zero, but I returned it, because it has literally no bass. I want to use it for gaming ( all types of games ) and also listening music ( all kinds, mostly...
  21. aliquis

    Gaming and walkabout headphone recommendations (I know some basics.)

    Backstory --- Hi. Long time member but haven't been here much lately. Back in the days I ordered the Alessandro MS-1 and then was without for a long time because the Y-cable gave up, soldered it and fixed it for a while but now the cable at the ear cup is broken instead. Haven't heated and...
  22. headphonesonly

    Open headphones for metal $300 or under

    Ive got the shp9500 and am looking for an upgrade. I listen to Slayer, System of a Down, and other bands alike. I have the jds atom amp. I would also be using them for gaming.
  23. headphonesonly

    Open headphones for metal $300 or under

    Ive got the shp9500 and am looking for an upgrade. I listen to Slayer, System of a Down, and other bands alike. I have the jds atom amp. I would also be using them for gaming.
  24. G

    Closed back headphones for gaming and music under 50$

    Hi, I'm looking for closed back headphones with good quality sound and isolation because i have a roommate and I would like to bring them to library from time to time. I listen to rock, pop and metal. I mostly play CS:GO and overwatch (so i need to hear footsteps). I have motherboard with...
  25. SS4 Goku

    HELP!! need help deciding between ad700x vs akg k702 for competitive console gaming

    The headphone i currently own is the sennheiser hd 558, and i am looking to upgrade my headset to something better for fps competitive console gaming. Based on the research i've done is that the akg k702 would need something better to power it. Could i get away with plugging the akg 702 into the...
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