Headphones: True or virtual 5.1 (7.1)? Budget not an issue

[Ondraled]

Hi all!

I am trying to figure out whether it's better to buy virtual or true 5.1 headphones for gaming. I have a SoundBlaster Z (http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B009ISU33E/ref=oh_details_o00_s00_i00?ie=UTF8&psc=1) and looking to buy something purely for gaming, as I own a pair of sweet Bose QuietComfort 15s for my music needs.

After doing a ton of research online, I am not much smarter. My top choices currently are:

Sennheiser G4me Zero (or P363D)
Astro A40/A50s
Razer Kraken 7.1
Roccat Kave XTD 5.1

Thoughts? I know this is a highly personal choice but would appreciate feedback from people who have first-hand (first-ear?) experience. Thank you!

 

[Scoutdrago3]

Personally, Roccat is a really good brand.

 

[bob hays]

Roccat is a good brand, but in the audio department sennheisers are the best out of these options.