Looking for a nice headset

satindemon4u · Aug 31, 2011, 02:53 AM

So, I am sick of my skull candies. Well actually in all honesty, they are broken. Talked with a couple friends, and the same happened to theirs. So now I am on the hunt for a nice sounding pair of headphones (OVER EAR) that cost less than $100. $50 or so would be awesome!

So far I have found these and found nothing but good reviews on them. Tell me what you guys think, and maybe could offer...
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16826153060

^^^^RAZER ORCA'S^^^^^ (if you don't feel like visiting the link)

Thanks!

EDIT: No mic needed

AhokZYashA · Aug 31, 2011, 08:15 AM

do you need the mic?
if yes, use the AD700 and zalman clip mic.

if you dont need mic, also AD700

Fourstaff · Aug 31, 2011, 08:48 AM

Steelseries Siberia V2 or Sennheiser PC350/PC360, but AD700 still wins.

satindemon4u · Aug 31, 2011, 10:03 PM

Do NOT need a mic, btw. :P

erocker · Aug 31, 2011, 10:04 PM

Steelseries 4h's can be had for about $45 bucks. Very good sound for the price.

manofthem · Aug 31, 2011, 10:28 PM

Go with the Psyko 5.1 surround head set. That way everyone else in a 20ft radius can hear what you're doing just as loud and clear as you.

Seriously though, go with the Orcas; they are sexy! I want to get them.

majestic12 · Aug 31, 2011, 11:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by AhokZYashA

do you need the mic?
if yes, use the AD700 and zalman clip mic.

if you dont need mic, also AD700

What AhokZYashA said -can't go wrong with an ATH-AD700. An AD500 is about as good if you can find it a lot cheaper.

satindemon4u · Sep 1, 2011, 06:16 PM

Like I said, don't need a mic lol. Sent my skull candies in finally. I think I may just go with the Razers. Not sure yet though.

Fourstaff · Sep 1, 2011, 06:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by satindemon4u

Like I said, don't need a mic lol. Sent my skull candies in finally. I think I may just go with the Razers. Not sure yet though.

AD700 it is then.

satindemon4u · Sep 1, 2011, 06:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Fourstaff

AD700 it is then.

Possibly!

AhokZYashA · Sep 3, 2011, 05:24 PM

yep, for gaming without mic, AD700 is one of the best option.

nice, spacious soundstage, accurate positioning, and not to mention, very" comfortable

manofthem · Sep 3, 2011, 05:36 PM

Is the Corsair Gaming Audio Series HS1A 3.5mm any good? They're on sale at Newegg for $50 with a promo code, $40 after MiR.

AhokZYashA · Sep 3, 2011, 05:40 PM

i dont think it can beat the sound quality, and comfort level of the AD700,

Cold Storm · Sep 3, 2011, 06:21 PM

Yep, another AD700 lover here. I enjoy mine a lot!

PVTCaboose1337 · Sep 3, 2011, 06:24 PM

Do you have a preference between open and closed air designs? Loud environment? I always go open air if the environment is quite, better quality IMO.

satindemon4u · Sep 4, 2011, 12:11 AM

May go with the AD700's. I found a pair on a website for 69.99. They are new but factory reconditioned, approved, and with full warranty. Should I scoop them up? Link below.

http://www.soundprofessionals.com/cg...source=froogle

Cold Storm · Sep 4, 2011, 12:18 AM

I don't see why not to get it threw them.. if it has full warr then it's still good with AT..

satindemon4u · Sep 4, 2011, 12:59 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Cold Storm

I don't see why not to get it threw them.. if it has full warr then it's still good with AT..

My thoughts exactly.

Aug 31, 2011, 02:53 AM	#1
satindemon4u Join Date: Oct 2010 Posts: 438 (0.45/day) Thanks: 14 Thanked 20 Times in 16 Posts System Specs	Looking for a nice headset So, I am sick of my skull candies. Well actually in all honesty, they are broken. Talked with a couple friends, and the same happened to theirs. So now I am on the hunt for a nice sounding pair of headphones (OVER EAR) that cost less than $100. $50 or so would be awesome! So far I have found these and found nothing but good reviews on them. Tell me what you guys think, and maybe could offer... http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16826153060 ^^^^RAZER ORCA'S^^^^^ (if you don't feel like visiting the link) Thanks! EDIT: No mic needed Last edited by satindemon4u; Aug 31, 2011 at 10:03 PM.

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Aug 31, 2011, 08:15 AM	#2
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satindemon4u Join Date: Oct 2010 Posts: 438 (0.45/day) Thanks: 14 Thanked 20 Times in 16 Posts System Specs	Like I said, don't need a mic lol. Sent my skull candies in finally. I think I may just go with the Razers. Not sure yet though.

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AhokZYashA Join Date: Dec 2008 Posts: 706 (0.43/day) Thanks: 197 Thanked 139 Times in 131 Posts System Specs	yep, for gaming without mic, AD700 is one of the best option. nice, spacious soundstage, accurate positioning, and not to mention, very" comfortable __________________ siggy thanks to PVTCaboose1337 Cans : Etymotic ER4P, DT770/80, Sennheiser HD600 Setup : iPod Classic 6th 80GB > Etymotic ER4P "When a Pettanko hugs you, she's holding you closer to her heart"

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AhokZYashA Join Date: Dec 2008 Posts: 706 (0.43/day) Thanks: 197 Thanked 139 Times in 131 Posts System Specs	i dont think it can beat the sound quality, and comfort level of the AD700, __________________ siggy thanks to PVTCaboose1337 Cans : Etymotic ER4P, DT770/80, Sennheiser HD600 Setup : iPod Classic 6th 80GB > Etymotic ER4P "When a Pettanko hugs you, she's holding you closer to her heart"

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Sep 4, 2011, 12:11 AM	#16
satindemon4u Join Date: Oct 2010 Posts: 438 (0.45/day) Thanks: 14 Thanked 20 Times in 16 Posts System Specs	May go with the AD700's. I found a pair on a website for 69.99. They are new but factory reconditioned, approved, and with full warranty. Should I scoop them up? Link below. http://www.soundprofessionals.com/cg...source=froogle

Sep 4, 2011, 12:18 AM	#17
Cold Storm Battosai Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: In a library somewhere on this earth Posts: 10,566 (5.08/day) Thanks: 4,245 Thanked 3,051 Times in 2,495 Posts System Specs	I don't see why not to get it threw them.. if it has full warr then it's still good with AT.. __________________ The only way success is before work, is in the dictionary Support for the mind. Support for your hardware

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