- Dec 4, 2013
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So I'm going for a new build and need some help with the audio part. I currently use A40's with a mix-amp and know things can get better. I have narrowed the field down a bit and need that final push to help me out. This is mostly for gaming so positional audio is key for me. I play Battlefield 4 mostly.
I am looking at the AD700x's for my headphones but if you know of any that are below $200 that have a better sound stage then please do tell. I know that the AD700x's have crap bass but with an EQ I can tweak it.
Now for the part that I can't pull the trigger on, the sound card. I have the Asus Maximus VI Hero motherboard and have heard that it has a great sound solution on it(SupremeFX). Is that true? Is it worth it to upgrade to a $150 - $200 sound card or can I get good results from the on board sound that Asus makes. If I can save the money that would be great but I also want good positional audio for my games.
If I do get a sound card it would be between the Phoebus or the Essence STX and I can't choose between them. I heard the Titanium HD is good but that is has bad driver problems, is this true?
I currently have a beast Logitech 2.1 speaker set for my music and when I game I use headphones to keep the wife happy. I know the STX is better for headphones but people keep telling me to get the Phoebus and it's confusing me. I also hear that people say Dolby digital surround is crap for good headphones but my A40's sound better with it on, please elaborate if you can.
Just a note, the AD700x's are for gaming only as I have a different set for music at night.
I am looking at the AD700x's for my headphones but if you know of any that are below $200 that have a better sound stage then please do tell. I know that the AD700x's have crap bass but with an EQ I can tweak it.
Now for the part that I can't pull the trigger on, the sound card. I have the Asus Maximus VI Hero motherboard and have heard that it has a great sound solution on it(SupremeFX). Is that true? Is it worth it to upgrade to a $150 - $200 sound card or can I get good results from the on board sound that Asus makes. If I can save the money that would be great but I also want good positional audio for my games.
If I do get a sound card it would be between the Phoebus or the Essence STX and I can't choose between them. I heard the Titanium HD is good but that is has bad driver problems, is this true?
I currently have a beast Logitech 2.1 speaker set for my music and when I game I use headphones to keep the wife happy. I know the STX is better for headphones but people keep telling me to get the Phoebus and it's confusing me. I also hear that people say Dolby digital surround is crap for good headphones but my A40's sound better with it on, please elaborate if you can.
Just a note, the AD700x's are for gaming only as I have a different set for music at night.
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