I need some help with recommendations of a new sound setup.
I'm looking to get a new soundcard and headset. Would like to spend less than $200-$250 on the whole setup. I previously owned a pair of Siberia V2's and while they are nice headphones they were uncomfortable after a few hours of use. I have decent sound for an on board setup (Crosshair V) just looking for a bit more. I really like the whole idea behind 7H's with a retractable mic, detachable points for storage or travel, and the most enticing part to me, the interchangeable ear cups. I will be using these headphones/headset for use on the go too, so I'm kinda looking to stay away from a stationary boom mic, that being said I'm not opposed to using something like a mod mic. I'm not particularly that knowledgeable with soundcards, I know the difference between 5.1/7.1 and such but other than that its about the extent of it. Usage of this setup will be for just about everything, I have speakers but tend to wear headphones for fear of being too loud. I do play games, I'm listening to music most of the time I'm not playing games (sometimes even during!) and I watch movies as well.
Some of the things I'm wanting to see in the new headphones:
- Around the ear
- 3 foot-ish long cable with extension
- 3.5mm port - not USB
- closed type mainly
- comfortable for long hours of continuous use
- preferably something that won't look too goofy in public
What I'm looking for in the soundcard: - $50 - $80
- PCi
- good headphone amp
- at least 5.1 surround capable
- preferably red or black (coolness factor is always important!)
Now even though I gave a price range of $200 - $250 I wouldn't mind spending a little more if it would mean getting something much better.
Here you can see why I would like a red or black one.. :P
Thanks in advance for those who take the time to help me out! :)