pls recommend a good headset for gaming and audiophile
Aug 2, 2014 at 1:34 AM Thread Starter Post #1 of 16
Vrekros

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I have been looking around the internet in search of a good gaming/audiophile headset to replace my Plantronics Gamecom 780. Sadly I couldn't find any that suits my needs. I need a headset which is comfortable to put on for hours with balanced bass (a little bit of bass is still acceptable) and treble. I mainly play FPS games and listen to a lot of rock songs (most of the rock genres you guys can think off). Preferably a wired. Any suggestions/recommendations are VERY much appreciated!! 
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Aug 2, 2014 at 2:18 AM Post #2 of 16
Sennheiser HD558 headphones
Recommend to remove the black rubber tape from inside the cups, to make them more open.
Amazon sells used ones starting at $105 (new $123).
 
I like using this aftermarket cable with my HD558s, comes with a 3.5mm plug.
(length can be between ordered from 1.2 meters up to 3 meters)
http://www.ebay.com/itm/261255113290?var=560313338476&ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649
 
Aug 2, 2014 at 2:26 AM Post #3 of 16
purpleangel said:
  Sennheiser HD558 headphones
Recommend to remove the black rubber tape from inside the cups, to make them more open.
Amazon sells used ones starting at $105 (new $123).
 
I like using this aftermarket cable with my HD558s, comes with a 3.5mm plug.
(length can be between ordered from 1.2 meters up to 3 meters)
http://www.ebay.com/itm/261255113290?var=560313338476&ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT&_trksid=p3984.m1423.l2649
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+1. @OP: You didn't mention price, so can't suggest anything yet. The HD558s are great for you, though -- they're great for gaming, so I hear. With a simple mod, you could even make them sound like their more expensive brother, the 598.
 
Aug 2, 2014 at 5:22 AM Post #4 of 16
Hmmm.... Looks pretty decent. Good reviews and stuff after some research. Guess I might give it a go. :) Thank you so much for your suggestion. But if you have other recommendations. Do share with me aight? :)
 
Aug 2, 2014 at 5:24 AM Post #5 of 16
thatbeatsguy said:
  +1. @OP: You didn't mention price, so can't suggest anything yet. The HD558s are great for you, though -- they're great for gaming, so I hear. With a simple mod, you could even make them sound like their more expensive brother, the 598.
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Well in terms of price..... Umm... Maybe around $150. But what kind of simple mod are you talking about? I am still new to these audio stuff. xD
 
Aug 2, 2014 at 5:24 AM Post #6 of 16
The HD598s, are awesome on the other hand. As an avid gamer, never ever have to look at the minimap again, because you'll be able to hear their footsteps. 
 
Aug 2, 2014 at 10:44 AM Post #8 of 16
vrekros said:
  Well in terms of price..... Umm... Maybe around $150. But what kind of simple mod are you talking about? I am still new to these audio stuff. xD
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Well, the mod is nothing special. Just some basic DIY stuff. I don't have the 558s, though, so I can't try the mod.
 
But dude, a lot of guys told me that by doing the mod on the 558, they will sound like the 598, saving you some cash. It's worth thinking about, especially if you don't like the 598's cream-colored plastic.
 
Aug 2, 2014 at 12:27 PM Post #9 of 16
thatbeatsguy said:
  Well, the mod is nothing special. Just some basic DIY stuff. I don't have the 558s, though, so I can't try the mod.
 
But dude, a lot of guys told me that by doing the mod on the 558, they will sound like the 598, saving you some cash. It's worth thinking about, especially if you don't like the 598's cream-colored plastic.
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Oh okay... Well the 598's color is like ugh... Lol. Anyways... Are you talking about the foam mod?
 
Aug 2, 2014 at 12:58 PM Post #12 of 16
vrekros said:
Oh one more thing... They say it will lose the bass control. 
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I wouldn't worry about that. I'm sure the bass quality will still blow the pants of your Plantronics headset. See the description here of what happens with the mod:
http://www.headfonia.com/sennheisers-new-hd558-and-hd598/3/

Still seems good to me (I have not tried the mod) :)
 
Aug 2, 2014 at 4:08 PM Post #13 of 16
vrekros said:
  Well... I just watch a video about it on YouTube. Seems pretty simple to do. :) Oh one more thing... They say it will lose the bass control. 
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I'm guessing the black rubber tape that covers 40% of the air holes on the HD558, gives the HD558 a louder bass, but not really a better bass.
To me my HD558 (with tape removed) have just enough bass to be called decent bass, but it's not enough bass for a basshead.
 
Aug 2, 2014 at 10:02 PM Post #14 of 16
purpleangel said:
   
I'm guessing the black rubber tape that covers 40% of the air holes on the HD558, gives the HD558 a louder bass, but not really a better bass.
To me my HD558 (with tape removed) have just enough bass to be called decent bass, but it's not enough bass for a basshead.
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Hardly. The HD 518 IMO seems to have even more bass than the 558.
 
Aug 2, 2014 at 10:43 PM Post #15 of 16
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