Originally Posted by Anthonyyy

Been using Senn 555's for about 2 years now, they've been great, but looking for something better and newer.

Budget is <£150
Usage - XBL/LAN, PC Gaming/PC LAN, Music, TV.
Music Taste - diverse, I usually listen to things on a dance EQ if that helps.
Sound Signature - all round.
Open or Closed - preferbly open.

Been thinking about getting the Astro Gaming A40's a few months down the line, they work out about £120. Will I get what I'm paying for, and will they be suitable for all my different needs?

Ty in advance.

Don't get those. £120 and sacrifice music quality isn't really an option for me so I don't recommend them.

The recommendation I just gave Angel on H3FUK might interest you. Basically you're looking at DT 880s for an all-round pair that does music and gaming very well.

Originally Posted by Scott

Don't get those. £120 and sacrifice music quality isn't really an option for me so I don't recommend them.

The recommendation I just gave Angel on H3FUK might interest you. Basically you're looking at DT 880s for an all-round pair that does music and gaming very well.

880's look good. Any recommendations on the best place to buy them?

Would you not recommend the A40's, even if it was just for gaming? The prospect of the mic etc seems tempting.

What would you recommend if I wanted to get a pair of strictly gaming headphones for $300? They need to have a built in mic.

Originally Posted by OrIGInalPyRO

What would you recommend if I wanted to get a pair of strictly gaming headphones for $300? They need to have a built in mic.

$300 on gaming headphones is a waste of money.

At least when listening to music there is a difference. The difference when playing games isn't worth spending more than $120 on AD700s.

Originally Posted by Anthonyyy

880's look good. Any recommendations on the best place to buy them?

Would you not recommend the A40's, even if it was just for gaming? The prospect of the mic etc seems tempting.

I don't recommend the A40s full stop.

You'd probably be best importing them. Headroom, bluetin or TTVJ will probably have good prices on them. If not, eBay would probably have the best prices.

Also note, there is 2 different types. The 880 Pro and 880 200s. The 2005s are better and newer, but more expensive. Haven't heard much about the Pro's.

Originally Posted by Scott

"cheaper the better" isn't really a budget. For me $100 is cheap.

Well i was hoping for less then 100 if possible. While still maintain nice sound and a decent to amazing bass.

Scott, any headphones that are like uner 50$, i dont care what they are i just need them for XBL..and occasionally music..sorry im cheap
idc what kind

Scott, with this soundcard,

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16829121122

...would I have to start using FLAC for my music or is my current library of mp3s/m4a's enough to have a difference? I also know nothing of FLAC and stuff, so I'd have to start researching and what not.

Scott I got paid, so I have $150 Budget. So Alternative/Rock and I need canalphones/earbuds, either one idc. 100% Music

Originally Posted by Nugwin

Scott, with this soundcard,

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16829121122

...would I have to start using FLAC for my music or is my current library of mp3s/m4a's enough to have a difference? I also know nothing of FLAC and stuff, so I'd have to start researching and what not.

Nah you wouldn't need to use FLAC.

hey scott, can you hop on AIm really quick?