HD598's for gaming.

[XxQuiickSc0pes_swagxX]

I was wondering if the Sennheiser HD 598's would be a good choice for playing games. I have heard allot of thing about them being  great for positional effects due to the open back nature. And If I were to get the HD598's would an Audioengine D1 be a nice combo. Thanks in advance 

 

P.s anyone saying to get "gaming headphones" with virtual surround :

 

 

[Lays]

Yes, 598s are fine, but the 518/558 are basically the same exact thing for less money.

 

So if you're looking to save some money, get the 518/558 instead.

[XxQuiickSc0pes_swagxX]

Yes, 598s are fine, but the 518/558 are basically the same exact thing for less money.

 

So if you're looking to save some money, get the 518/558 instead.

It seems I'll probably end up getting the 598's (Money isn't that much of an issue). And I know people say these are headphones that don't need an amp/dac but also say that they will greatly benefit from one. I'm just wondering if a D1 for around $160 would be worth it. 

[Lays]

It seems I'll probably end up getting the 598's (Money isn't that much of an issue). And I know people say these are headphones that don't need an amp/dac but also say that they will greatly benefit from one. I'm just wondering if a D1 for around $160 would be worth it. 

 

 

I've never ran into a scenario where an amp made all the difference in the world, my Audeze LCD-2 headphones sounded nearly the same on my onboard/tablet/ipod touch compared to my Schiit Lyr and also my o2 odac.

 

People tend to over-exaggerate audio IMO.

 

IMO, if you want to spend that much extra on the amp, step up and get a pair of used HD650 instead of 598, and use a cheaper amp+dac like the "Syba dac": http://www.amazon.com/Syba-Stereo-Headphone-Amplifier-SD-DAC63057/dp/B009WN7QT4

 

(Not sure how much the dac+amp would be in AUS though)

[XxQuiickSc0pes_swagxX]

Man 

 

I've never ran into a scenario where an amp made all the difference in the world, my Audeze LCD-2 headphones sounded nearly the same on my onboard/tablet/ipod touch compared to my Schiit Lyr and also my o2 odac.

 

People tend to over-exaggerate audio IMO.

 

IMO, if you want to spend that much extra on the amp, step up and get a pair of used HD650 instead of 598, and use a cheaper amp+dac like the "Syba dac": http://www.amazon.com/Syba-Stereo-Headphone-Amplifier-SD-DAC63057/dp/B009WN7QT4

 

(Not sure how much the dac+amp would be in AUS though)

 

I really wish that audio wasn't as complicated as it is. Maybe I should just get the 598/650 (More places seem to have the 598 in AUS) and use it with the on-board audio and get a dac/amp later if really needed. I seriously think though with 50 ohm and a sound pressure of 112db that seems really efficient like anything will drive it fine.

[XxQuiickSc0pes_swagxX]

I know what you mean with over-exaggerate audio. I Just want a reasonable set-up and not be one of those people that cries over the littlest bit of audio.

[Lays]

Man 

 

 

I really wish that audio wasn't as complicated as it is. Maybe I should just get the 598/650 (More places seem to have the 598 in AUS) and use it with the on-board audio and get a dac/amp later if really needed. I seriously think though with 50 ohm and a sound pressure of 112db that seems really efficient like anything will drive it fine.

 

 

Oh yeah for sure, they would run fine off onboard.  You could get these: http://www.head-fi.org/t/738851/fs-sennheiser-hd650 as well.

you'd have to pay a slight import fee I think, and maybe shipping as well, but it's still a really good deal IMO.

[XxQuiickSc0pes_swagxX]

Oh yeah for sure, they would run fine off onboard.  You could get these: http://www.head-fi.org/t/738851/fs-sennheiser-hd650 as well.

you'd have to pay a slight import fee I think, and maybe shipping as well, but it's still a really good deal IMO.

Those would be Nice but due to the fact that I live in Australia (Definitely the best for PC hardware of any kind ) the 598's would be less of a pain to get. I'll most likely just go with the on-board + 598 but buy a dac/amp if really needed. Thanks though. 

[MrGoat]

(Money isn't that much of an issue). And I know people say these are headphones that don't need an amp/dac but also say that they will greatly benefit from one. I'm just wondering if a D1 for around $160 would be worth it. 

If you are going down that route (which I did the exact same thing), just skip a few steps and go get the HD650 to start with and pair it with a decent dac/amp, it will blow your expectations out of the water (at least it did for me). And I personally wasn't very happy with the sound of the HD5x8 series. I started with the 558 wasn't too impressed so tried the HD598. They sounded alright on first impressions, but then I kept getting buzzing in bass frequencies around 60-100hz or so, and the bass was lacking to say the least. I eventually ended up going through a couple 598s before finally just upgrading to the HD650; and I have been in love with these headphones ever since. For the price of the HD518 though, it is an amazing value pair of open headphones.

[XxQuiickSc0pes_swagxX]

If you are going down that route (which I did the exact same thing), just skip a few steps and go get the HD650 to start with and pair it with a decent dac/amp, it will blow your expectations out of the water (at least it did for me). And I personally wasn't very happy with the sound of the HD5x8 series. I started with the 558 wasn't too impressed so tried the HD598. They sounded alright on first impressions, but then I kept getting buzzing in bass frequencies around 60-100hz or so, and the bass was lacking to say the least. I eventually ended up going through a couple 598s before finally just upgrading to the HD650; and I have been in love with these headphones ever since. For the price of the HD518 though, it is an amazing value pair of open headphones.

Well that sounds good. I can get a pair of 650's for $380 AUD. But what would be a good dac/amp to go with that? (under $200 preferable). And as I said money is not an issue even with getting into the $500 + range. However If I start to get scared because I feel the bullets are actually flying around me I don't mind B)

[creatip123]

If you are going down that route (which I did the exact same thing), just skip a few steps and go get the HD650 to start with and pair it with a decent dac/amp, it will blow your expectations out of the water (at least it did for me). And I personally wasn't very happy with the sound of the HD5x8 series. I started with the 558 wasn't too impressed so tried the HD598. They sounded alright on first impressions, but then I kept getting buzzing in bass frequencies around 60-100hz or so, and the bass was lacking to say the least. I eventually ended up going through a couple 598s before finally just upgrading to the HD650; and I have been in love with these headphones ever since. For the price of the HD518 though, it is an amazing value pair of open headphones.

 

If you like the 650, try HD700 if you got the chance (maybe in a store, or expo), big chance you'll love it even more. 

 

There has been split opinions on the HD700. Some people think it's crap, others, including me, love every bits of it. I don't quite understand why the contrast in opinions though.