Best Closed back Headphones for gaming for around 100 dollars (non-fps games)

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Hello, I am here looking for a pair of closed back headphones for around 100 dollars that are suitable for gaming. I AM NOT LOOKING FOR A HEADSET just to make that clear. Closed back headphones that work well with games that aren't just first person shooters and hearing footsteps, etc. I also listen to rock/metal on the side if that helps.
 
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I had the HD 518, similar to the 558 since they use the exact same drivers but the grills are different and block out more noise. I would think you would be fine if you like to crank your volume otherwise I'd just stick with a closed back pair.

If you wanted to try something different you might want to look into a pair with emphasized rather than recessed bass like your AD 500x. The M-Audio Q40 might be a good fit and these days they are pretty cheap too, you can find a pair for $70 on amazon. The only problems I have read is that the stock pads may be too shallow and a cheap fix would be to buy a pair of Hifiman velour pads for $10.

M-Audio Studiophile Q40 - A smooth bassy treat on a dime

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Perhaps a pair of NVX XPT 100 would be a nice match. You can pick up a pair for $90 shipped.

They have a neutral tuning and work well for a variety of genres, built well, and are comfortable to boot. For a closed back headphone they have a wide sound stage (ability to perceive depth in audio) which is good for immersion. The ATH Mxx series from Audio Technica are known to have a small soundstage and personally I would avoid them. They are not the most comfortable either. I have owned the m50 in the past and would not recommend them for gaming since there are better options out there for around the same price.The m40x seems to be similar in sound and build, though it has smaller drivers leaning towards the neutral side where as the m50 was v shaped in sound (boosted lows and highs with recessed mid range).

Keanex over at head-fi has wrote a detailed review on the XPT100:

http://www.head-fi.org/t/624729/review-nvx-xpt100-a-direct-brainwavz-hm5-competitor

Video review by Zeos Pantera (headphone reviewer with a sense of humor :p )

[video="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J2G9qk7IOEA"][/video]

Another option would be the Audio Technica ATH A900x. They go for around $120-$150. It has a wing style headband which is either a hit or a miss. If you have a small head they might slide down your ears since the clamp is quite light. There are mods to tighten the clamp (google ATH A900x rubber band mod). Sound wise they are also neutral/balanced. They have a lush sound with great mids and highs which is key for those genres. Good soundstage as well. Personally I think you would like them more than the XPT100 and would be worth stretching the budget for.

Review by Bagheera @headfi: http://www.head-fi.org/products/audio-technica-ath-a900x-art-monitor-headphones-japan-import/reviews/8433

Video review by metal571 (also has a review on the XPT 100 if you want a different perspective):

[video="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cH_v4SCsChk"][/video]
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Ideally you would want an open back headphone unless you need a closed back pair for low sound leakage and isolation.

 
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Thank you for the help. I do own a pair of Auido Technica AUD ATHAD 500x and they sound pretty great, but my computer is a roaring mammoth and i need something to not hear that sound at all. I did find they have a closed back pair of these, but I did want to try something different, and these don't seem to grip to my ears and kinda just float on them. This doesn't really help the case of needing noise isolation or whatever it's called. My other option was going to be the Sennheiser HD 558's as I always have seen these 2 in comparison, but I will definitely take a good look at these. Thanks a bunch
 
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I had the HD 518, similar to the 558 since they use the exact same drivers but the grills are different and block out more noise. I would think you would be fine if you like to crank your volume otherwise I'd just stick with a closed back pair.

If you wanted to try something different you might want to look into a pair with emphasized rather than recessed bass like your AD 500x. The M-Audio Q40 might be a good fit and these days they are pretty cheap too, you can find a pair for $70 on amazon. The only problems I have read is that the stock pads may be too shallow and a cheap fix would be to buy a pair of Hifiman velour pads for $10.

M-Audio Studiophile Q40 - A smooth bassy treat on a dime

They have a high clamping force so they should have a better grip compared to the AD500x.
 
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