[jimador48]

I'm new to this whole "custom" headset setup for console gaming. I currently have $300 to spend and was wondering what I could piece together vs buying the a40. It will be used for console gaming and occasional pc Lan. Another problem is I can only buy from BB.

I'm new to the forums so if I posted this in the wrong section I'm sorry.

 

[jimador48]

Update

I'm planning on going with the vmoda boom mic, and I already an acu (audio control unit) from my old xp sevens. Once I save up some more I plan on getting the Astros mix amp.

That just leaves the headset.

i also forgot to mention I play a lot of fps online.

 

[Axiomatic]

I've heard good things about the Phillips Fidelio X1, which will work with the Vmoda mic. Same with the Beyerdynamics Custom One Pros and the Audio Technica M50Xs (I think). Just a few options to consider

 

[jimador48]

  I've heard good things about the Phillips Fidelio X1, which will work with the Vmoda mic. Same with the Beyerdynamics Custom One Pros and the Audio Technica M50Xs (I think). Just a few options to consider

 
I was planning on going with the x1 but bestbuy doesn't carry them. Im using a gift card that I got ( $220 ) but also have $80 on top.
 
Im considering the 558 since the momentum over the ear aren't compatible with vmoda boom mic

 

[jimador48]

ok another update, after looking around I'm settling on the Sennheiser Momentum and using my current clip mic till I find a viable solution.
 
So it will look like this
 
Momentum over the ear - Audio control unit -  xbox/ps4
 
Clip on mic to xbox one adapter
 
what you think?

 

[jackwess]

I see you need positional accuracy for FPS and such. The HD558's suit you better. 

 

[jimador48]

I see you need positional accuracy for FPS and such. The HD558's suit you better. 

Just got back from bb, picked up the akg 545

 

[jackwess]

Just got back from bb, picked up the akg 545

 
A bit late i guess. 
Let us know how do you find the 545's. 

 

[jimador48]

   
A bit late i guess. 
Let us know how do you find the 545's. 

ill try, these are my first pair of good headphones not meant for gaming. 

 

[murderstyle75]

I was planning on going with the x1 but bestbuy doesn't carry them. Im using a gift card that I got ( $220 ) but also have $80 on top.

Im considering the 558 since the momentum over the ear aren't compatible with vmoda boom mic

I know this is a bit late but if you would have got the 558's, the Boom Pro isn't compatible with those either. At least I don't believe they are since it's a 2.5mm locking jack that goes into the headphones.