Reddit mentions of EPOS I Sennheiser GAME ONE Gaming Headset, Open Acoustic, Noise-canceling mic, Flip-To-Mute, XXL plush velvet ear pads, compatible with PC, Mac, Xbox One, PS4, Nintendo Switch, and Smartphone - Black (506080)

Get the Sennheiser HD58x instead of these if you're looking for gaming cans. It's well worth the 40$ more.

EDIT: As others mentioned, if you need one that comes with mic PC37X (120$) or Game Ones (120$ at amazon) are right up your alley.

The Sennheiser Game One's are currently $129.95 on amazon right now. While they aren't a bad headset at all, that's a significant price difference. The Retro's and pads are about $47 before taxes. Throw in a cheap clip on mic like this one and now it's just under $60 before taxes. Not everyone has 100+ bucks to spend on a headset.

I had these Game One's before going with the Sennheiser Jubilee 58x and Modmic 4 setup. The 58x is easy to drive, and sound amazing! I also had the Philips SHP9500, and it did not sound nearly as good as the 58x, but it's so much cheaper that it's well within your budget. If listening to music is important to you, then I believe the separate mic setup would be a much better fit. Otherwise, I highly recommend the Game One's.

You can get 3T HDDs for just slightly more than 2T these days.

Also, of OP decides he wants to spend a bit more on the rig itself :

PCPartPicker part list / Price breakdown by merchant

Type|Item|Price

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CPU | AMD - Threadripper 1950X 3.4GHz 16-Core Processor | $999.98 @ SuperBiiz
CPU Cooler | Corsair - H100i v2 70.7 CFM Liquid CPU Cooler | $99.99 @ Newegg
Motherboard | ASRock - X399 Taichi ATX TR4 Motherboard | $333.98 @ Newegg
Memory | Corsair - Vengeance RGB 32GB (4 x 8GB) DDR4-3466 Memory | $354.99 @ Amazon
Storage | Samsung - 960 EVO 500GB M.2-2280 Solid State Drive | $233.88 @ OutletPC
Storage | Seagate - Constellation CS 3TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive | $69.99 @ Amazon
Storage | Seagate - Constellation CS 3TB 3.5" 7200RPM Internal Hard Drive | $69.99 @ Amazon
Video Card | Zotac - GeForce GTX 1080 Ti 11GB AMP Edition Video Card | $739.99 @ B&H
Case | Phanteks - ECLIPSE P400S TEMPERED GLASS ATX Mid Tower Case | $95.98 @ Newegg
Power Supply | EVGA - SuperNOVA G2 1000W 80+ Gold Certified Fully-Modular ATX Power Supply | $179.89 @ OutletPC
Operating System | Microsoft - Windows 10 Home OEM 64-bit | $89.89 @ OutletPC
Monitor | Asus - PB278Q 27.0" 2560x1440 60Hz Monitor | $379.99 @ Amazon
Monitor | Asus - PB278Q 27.0" 2560x1440 60Hz Monitor | $379.99 @ Amazon
Monitor | Dell - S2716DG 27.0" 2560x1440 144Hz Monitor | $529.00 @ B&H
| Prices include shipping, taxes, rebates, and discounts |
| Total (before mail-in rebates) | $4612.53
| Mail-in rebates | -$55.00
| Total | $4557.53
| Generated by PCPartPicker 2017-09-19 20:11 EDT-0400 |

I dont think it can get better than this for content creation.

On topic of desks - this is what I use(only in black color instead of wood) nothing fancy, but its sturdy. Amazon has plenty of that stuff so pick whatever you are fancy. ~200$ for a decent table should do.

On topic of chairs - "gaming" chairs are bullshit. Overpriced, and build quality, comfort and materials are not even that great. What you want is a high-end office aka "executive" chair. This is really good one. Lots of em on Amazon as well.

If you need a headset Sennheiser Game One is about as good as headsets can get.

Correct, all USB mics have limitations. Anything that is USB will be entry level and sound a bit tinny.

I would be iffy about $50, the difference between a Yeti and a Snowball is minimal and you can get a snowball for $35. If the Snowball didn't exist $50 for a Yeti would be okay.

For $109 you can get yourself a Sennheiser Game One which is a solid set of headphones and a comparable microphone.

Each microphone sounds different, but if you did a blind test your average redditor would not be able to pick out which is the snowball, which is the yeti, and which is the game one. They would have a very difficult time picking out which is best.

In fact for microphones, there is no "best audio." Even in the high end it is about finding a set-up that works well with your voice more than anything.

The best description of Blue I've heard is that they are the Apple of the microphone world.

Just an FYI 7.1 on a headset is a gimmick. There are not 7 speakers in the ear cups so it is simulated surround. You're better off getting a good pair of open back headphones as a good open back headphone will provide you with a wider soundstage and will give you a better sense of direction with sounds.

I would recommend anything from sennheiser if you need a built in mic as well. Those would be a good option for you and will sound a thousand times better than what you're looking at.

https://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-GAME-ONE-Gaming-Headset/dp/B00KK8ZLEC/ref=sr_1_1?s=videogames&ie=UTF8&qid=1480910942&sr=1-1&keywords=sennheiser+headset

Amazon is also selling it for $120

I use the Sennheiser GAME ONE. I like the open ear design so my ears don't sweat during long sessions.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00KK8ZLEC

I spent the better part of yesterday weighing my options but settled on the sennheiser g4me one for $165:

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00KK8ZLEC/

The g4me zero is also available for $120 but I decided against them since they are closed back and have leather which means sweaty ears but otherwise great value. Also worth considering as an even cheaper alternative is the sennheiser gsp 300s which are pretty much on par and going for $70 on amazon:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LcpO_EwH6f4

The main reason I settled on the g4me one is because of the mic quality and it's backround noise cancellation, best demonstrated in this video IMO:

https://youtu.be/PeHH-OQt6Mg?t=4m53s

Increase budget to $150 and you can go with Sennheiser Game One.

https://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-GAME-ONE-Gaming-Headset/dp/B00KK8ZLEC?th=1&psc=1

I have seen it as low as $130 before.

I would recommend sennheiser audio: sennheiser is german made and good audioquality. Sennheiser Game ONE Gaming Headset - Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00KK8ZLEC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_ZJE3DbGAXFYPD

Surround sound headphones sound so muddy to me, I haven't heard a good pair. I skip the gimmick. I'd advise a visit to /r/headphones but a Quick suggestion below

The difference between these two are one is open meaning vents to improve sound quality and closed incase you can't allow much sound to escape from open headphones. I've talked to DAC makers and they seem to actually perfer USB 2.0 over 3.0 for audio, I'll need to check my emails for the exact reason.

https://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-GAME-ONE-Gaming-Headset/dp/B00KK8ZLEC

https://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-GAME-Gaming-Headset-Black/dp/B00KNPYAEY

Also Sennheiser has the most comfortable headphones in the business IMO. I have Sennheiser HD650 and sometimes forget I'm wearing them. (don't get HD650 without an Amplifier and DAC)

Yes. It has a Ryzen 5 2600 and a GTX 1070 Ti, and with that at its core good components. Even a proper model of the 1070 Ti.

The build is not completely optimal: It misses a HDD (250GB SSD as storage is not enough) and the ram is slow, which is especially bad for a Ryzen processor.

Sadly for the buyer, you can buy the PC for less (with fast ram):

pc-kombo shared list

Type|Item|Price

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CPU | AMD Ryzen 5 2600 | $159.99 @ Amazon.com
Motherboard | ASRock B450 Pro 4 | $74.99 @ Amazon.com
Memory | G.Skill Aegis DDR4 DDR4-3000 16GB (16 GB) | $123.99 @ newegg
SSD | Team Group L5 Lite 3D Series (240 GB) | $34.99 @ newegg
Video Card | EVGA GeForce GTX 1070 Ti FTW Ultra Silent | $399.99 @ Amazon.com
Case | Cooler Master MasterBox Pro 5 RGB Midi-Tower - black Window | $74.99 @ Amazon.com
Power Supply | Seasonic FOCUS 550 GOLD (550 W) | $69.90 @ Amazon.com
Operating System | Microsoft Windows 10 Home | $120.79 @ superbiiz
| Total | $1059.63
| Generated by pc-kombo 06.11.2018 |

It's not a scam, it is just that the gpu got a lot cheaper, and maybe they paid unnecessarily more for the SSD, psu and board.

Do the peripherals make up for it?

1. Senheiser Game one, $129
Logitech G413, $55, refursbished
G600, $40, refurbished
Logitech G13, $60, out of stock though and more expensive on Amazon

Total: 1059 + 129 + 55 + 40 + 60 = 1343

So if you really want the peripherals and the PC itself work fine and you are okay with not being the original warranty holder (which is not always a problem, depends on the company) then the deal is okayish. Maybe not having to actually build the PC is even a plus in your eyes.

I would get the PC components new, add a HDD, and buy cheaper peripherals. Apart from the gameboard (do you want that?) my suggestions:

Corsair Gaming Harpoon, $28
Plugable Mechanical Keyboard, $54
HyperX Cloud Stinger, $49

Especially for the headset there could be different good options. Also the keyboard can be cheaper when not wanting a mechanical, even that Amazon basic keyboard is good enough to game on it for a few years.

Dump or a Faggio.

Though seriously, you can't go wrong with the following:

https://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-360-Special-Gaming-Headset/dp/B01LDTRJG4/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1519702971&sr=8-1&keywords=PC360

https://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-GAME-ONE-Gaming-Headset/dp/B00KK8ZLEC/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1519702986&sr=8-2&keywords=game+one

Same prize on Amazon for the Black one

For the headset I went with a pair of Sennheiser Game ONEs (currently huge sale on Amazon)

As for the monitor, I went with this LG

If you don't need full sound isolation, the Sennheiser GAME ONE headset is the best bang for the buck. The sound, comfort (especially in the summer) and mic are all fantastic.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00KK8ZLEC/ref=pd_aw_sim_sbs_147_1?ie=UTF8&dpID=41g%2B-0zw03L&dpSrc=sims&preST=_AC_UL390_SR390%2C390_&refRID=0TF6CHCY144VE9VQMWFZ

Note - Chat adapter and a 4 pole to 3 pole audio cable splitter required.

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I went with an astro mixamp and paired it with a Sennheiser 558hd headset. It came out to about $150 during a sale. If you can afford it, it's best to get an excellent stereo headset and pair it with an amp to give you virtual surround. I ended up getting a sennheiser game one headset later to have a built in mic. This headset is very comfortable and is open back. If you prefer closed back, there is the game zero.

If your budget is firm and you can deal with wireless, the sony gold and platinum headsets are actually pretty good. The difference being the golds have 40mm drivers and the Platinum has 50mm drivers plus 3d sound capability.

Astro Mixamp: https://www.astrogaming.com/mixamps/MIXAMP-TR.html?dwvar_MIXAMP-TR_color=Black#start=1

Sennheiser game one: https://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-GAME-ONE-Gaming-Headset/dp/B00KK8ZLEC/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?keywords=sennheiser+game+one&qid=1563289891&s=gateway&sr=8-3

Sennheiser game zero: https://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-GAME-Gaming-Headset-Black/dp/B00KNPYAEY/ref=mp_s_a_1_1_sspa?keywords=sennheiser+game+zero&qid=1563290033&s=gateway&sr=8-1-spons&psc=1

Sennheiser Game ONE Gaming Headset - Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00KK8ZLEC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_cfU2Db3KS1YGJ

> It's not going to be the popular opinion around here but audiophile headphones will blow astros out of the water. Astros have desirable features but mediocre sound quality and less than stellar build quality.

Without a doubt 100% correct

I'll be buying this setup within the 1st few weeks of January, Sennheiser G4ME ONE, Astro Mixamp Pro, headset adapter and a 2.5 to 3.5 chat cable.

You simply can't not go wrong at all with a decent pair of Sennheiser's paired up with Astro's Mixamp Pro which will power the Sennheiser's with 7.1 sound.

I assume you want an actual headset. I've been happily using the sennheiser game one these for the last few years, and they've held up well.

https://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-GAME-ONE-Gaming-Headset/dp/B00KK8ZLEC

Sennheisser Game One (Open Ear) @ 109$

https://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-GAME-ONE-Gaming-Headset/dp/B00KK8ZLEC/

Sennheisser Game Zero (Closed Ear) @ 120$

https://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-GAME-Gaming-Headset-Black/dp/B00KNPYAEY/

Not sure what price range "reasonably affordable" is for ya. I use the Sennheiser Game One (non-affiliated link). Am a fan of the open-back design and the auto-mute when the boom is raised. Definitely want a windscreen for the mic, though; without it your voice can get really hissy. It's not wireless but the cable's like six feet long.

I'd recommend either the Sennheiser 598 and get yourself a modmic,

or go simple and just get a Sennheiser GAME ONE with a mic already built in.

My friends really enjoy the game one's since the mic mutes itself when it's flipped upwards.

I might recommended Sennheiser's Game One and Game Zero headset: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00KK8ZLEC/ref=twister_B00OZP5HG8?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

I've had the mine for two years now with daily use (I also use it on conference calls at work).

The corsair mice and keyboard are good, consider the corsair scimitar mouse for mobas.

The corsair gaming headsets are okay but I would personally save up a bit more and get the sennheiser headset, the sound quality difference is significant.

1. Probably. MOST of the time the go to recomendation these days is a decent pair of headphones + a separate mic (either a Mod-mic or a freestanding like a Snowball). If it has to be a headset I believe people like the Sennheiser Game One (or game Zero) more. https://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-GAME-ONE-Gaming-Headset/dp/B00KK8ZLEC
   
   
2. Headphone amplifiers are pretty common and COULD help with issues, but that would be more down to specifics. Also they tend to be better suited for more expensive headphones than a $70 "gaming" headset. It seems... odd to me that the output amplification messes with the mic sensitivity that much.
   
   
3. This may have hit the nail on the head. Depending on the age of your mobo and the quality at the time, it may be equipped with particularly bad audio DAC and AMP. A modern upgrade will likely solve these issues (as you noticed with your laptop). Another option would could be a soundcard or external USB dac/amp if you can't really rebuild right now.
   
   My suggestion: If you are against the separate headphone+mic setup pick up the Sennheiser Game one/zero. See how that works. If it still feel bad maybe consider an very cheap usb/dac solution, an example https://www.amazon.com/Creative-Labs-70SB173000000-Sound-Blaster/dp/B06XBZ38ZJ/ref=sr_1_19?keywords=usb+dac+amp&qid=1565901861&s=gateway&sr=8-19

Sennheiser game one, 100% worth it and literally the best headset I've ever owned. I've tried around 10 different brands and can't recommend this enough.


https://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-GAME-ONE-Gaming-Headset/dp/B00KK8ZLEC?ref_=Oct_RAsinC_Ajax_172456_&pf_rd_r=FXCKG202JH7412TN00YE&pf_rd_p=6985568f-2e8d-592b-9b52-95e556a939eb&pf_rd_s=merchandised-search-10&pf_rd_t=101&pf_rd_i=172456&pf_rd_m=ATVPDKIKX0DER

They do.

So I was looking through options that you posted above, one being headphones + modmic + E10K and the other being Game One + E10K and the difference is around $100. My question is, is sound difference that big to be worth $100 or not? Option 1 being $316 and Option 2 $226. I keep reading that difference between 598s and GameOne is not that big, what's your opinion?

Option 1:

HD598 - $170

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B06WRMZZ45/ref=ox_sc_act_title_1?smid=ATVPDKIKX0DER&psc=1

modmic 5.0 - $70

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B01MCYRKY3/ref=ox_sc_act_title_2?smid=A34JWT04R7KMFW&psc=1

E10K - $76

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00LP3AMC2/ref=ox_sc_act_title_4?smid=A2IFYT7JVWTGRN&psc=1

Option 2:

Game One - $150

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00KK8ZLEC/ref=s9_acsd_hps_bw_c_x_3_w

E10K - $76

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00LP3AMC2/ref=ox_sc_act_title_4?smid=A2IFYT7JVWTGRN&psc=1

I have a mic and it works fine. Here is what I bought to use:

• Headset: Sennheiser 506080 Headset
  
• http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00KK8ZLEC?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00
  
• Adapter (Needed because macs have 1 input for both headphones and mic): Sennheiser PCV 05 Combo Audio Adapter
  
• http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00IM36VU0?psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o00_s00
  
  Also, I am running on a 27" iMac.

I really, really like my Sennheiser Game One's. I got them at the suggestion of the guys at The Wirecutter and have absolutely no complaints. Great sound, great positioning when paired with the Razr surround headphone software, and the mic sounds great.

Ninja Edit: Though, the biggest downside is that they really only sound -great- if you have an audio card with a built-in amp, or get an external DAC/AMP.

The drivers that come with it should have virtualization on by default.

Couple things I would change is probably going for the Sound Blaster Z and getting the G4me One from Amazon. The white edition is even cheaper.

This is the mouse pad and the headset is this

I know I don't need a sound card or a DAC/AMP setup, but if my budget allows it (~100$), would I benefit from adding one of them to my system? I'm mainly doing heavy gaming and light music listening through streaming services such as spotify. No audio production of any sorts.

I'm planning a new build that has an Asus Z170-A that has the ALC892 audio codec. My sound comes from a Logitech z623 2.1 system and a pair of Sennheiser Game Ones

For speakers, if space is an issue, you should get the Micca MB42X then, as they're much smaller than the JBL LSR305s. Or you could even just get the Micca MB42. I have the JBL LSR305s and a fairly small desk and they fit. I have a 23-inch monitor and one speaker on each side of the monitor. You may also want to get a DAC for your speakers, like the Schiit Modi 2 / (Amazon link) or a DAC/amp combo, like the Schiit Fulla / (Amazon link) or FiiO E10K (Amazon link) or AudioQuest - DragonFly (Amazon link).

For headphones/headsets, you have many choices. If you are a gamer, you should check out Sennheiser's gaming headsets. If you don't plan on gaming and just want to listen to music, check out the Sennheiser HD series. They can be found much cheaper on Amazon, eBay, or other various retailers. I personally have the Sennheiser PC363D headset for gaming and unfortunately paid about $240 for them, not even 6 months ago. Right after I bought them, the price on Amazon dropped dramatically, to around $130. I just checked on Amazon and now they're back up to around $219, but if you watch them, they will probably drop again like they did before. Or you can check on eBay. Sennheiser does have cheaper models though (all of these are around $150 or less) like the brand new Sennheiser GSP300 / (Amazon link), Sennheiser GSP350 / (Amazon link), or the Sennheiser GAME ONE / (Amazon link). I have tried a few different brands and Sennheiser is my favorite for performance. I also have the Sennheiser HD 598 SE / (Amazon link) for listening to music and the Sennheiser RS120 II wireless headphones (Sennheiser RS 120 (older model) (Amazon link)) for my TV and got them for my parents too. If you live in a place where you can't have your TV or music too loud, the wireless headphones are very helpful. Overall, I use the Sennheiser PC 363D headset the most and it sounds awesome. If you're a gamer, get a gaming headset, or if you just listen to music, the HD series are great too.

So the word on the street is that that is a great headset, but a lot of people don't like the "floating" headband design and they end up slapping a few rubber bands on there to keep it in place, as it'll move on your head if you turn your head quickly.

I use the Sennheiser Game One
which is cheaper than what you're looking at, doesn't have the headband issue, and works fantasticly. I'd consider that one.

If you're looking at an XLR mic, are you looking to be a streamer?

two questions for you on this front...

First, it seems that the Game One actually comes with a dual cable and a single 3.5mm connection. Do you know if this one will work for the Xbox or if I do indeed need an adapter? Link to details:

https://www.amazon.ca/Sennheiser-Acoustic-Gaming-Headset-Black/dp/B00KK8ZLEC/ref=olp_product_details?_encoding=UTF8&me=

Second, would you recommend the Hyperx Cloud Alpha or the Game One, and why?

Thank you for all your help. Your many posts and comments are super informative!

No. Bolt on mod mics are way inferior to the Game One Mic and the cost will be more after paying another 50-70 bucks for a modmic.

If you primarily want a headset the Game One at $106! / PC37x at $90! (reg $120) is the best you can do under $200. The mic is great and the sound will be equivalent to the 599.

Sennheiser G4ME ONE Open, Acoustic PC Gaming Headset, Black https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B00KK8ZLEC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_G2sGzbCPMGV7R

The HX66 are probably cheaper but that's not a good thing also what country you from so I can look for links where you can order from.

But here are some Links for Amazon USA I also included some amazing headsets from audio Techinca

http://www.amazon.com/HyperX-Cloud-Gaming-Headset-KHX-H3CL/dp/B00JJNQG98/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1451793041&sr=8-2&keywords=HyperX+cloud+core

http://www.amazon.com/HyperX-Cloud-Gaming-Headset-PS4/dp/B00SAYCXWG/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1451793041&sr=8-3&keywords=HyperX+cloud+core

http://www.amazon.com/Logitech%C2%A0G633-Artemis-Spectrum-Surround-981-000586/dp/B013P0K8OE/ref=sr_1_1?s=pc&ie=UTF8&qid=1451793245&sr=1-1&keywords=G633

http://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-GAME-ONE-Gaming-Headset/dp/B00KK8ZLEC/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1451793105&sr=8-1&keywords=sennheiser+game+one

http://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-GAME-ZERO-Gaming-Headphone/dp/B00KNPYAEY/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1451793105&sr=8-3&keywords=sennheiser+game+one

http://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-Performance-Surround-Gaming-Headset/dp/B008O515CK/ref=pd_sim_147_4?ie=UTF8&dpID=4113MvesonL&dpSrc=sims&preST=_AC_UL160_SR160%2C160_&refRID=01Z5XC6F2R26S5XD3KPW

http://www.amazon.com/Technica-ATHAG1-Closed-Back-Gaming-Headset/dp/B00H95X98O/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1451793193&sr=8-2&keywords=Adg1

http://www.amazon.com/Technica-ATHADG1-Open-Back-Gaming-Headset/dp/B00H8NS1K8/ref=sr_1_1?s=pc&ie=UTF8&qid=1451793219&sr=1-1&keywords=Adg1

Actually, they aren't.

• Zero
  
• One
  
  The the foam pads on the One, would shove the entire outer ear out of the cavity. It's just harder to notice from the product pictures, but it's there.

After buying myself a pair of HD 598SE, I have almost all the headphones I need; all I need now is a gaming headset. I play on PC occasionally, but I am mainly a XB1 gamer who plugs my headphones into my controller, so whatever I get, it has to have a 3.5mm jack to fit in controller, my PC, and (hopefully) my mobile device; in other words, No USB Headsets, and No 6.3mm jacks.

Currently, I'm mulling a couple options in my head.

Option 1: Get a normal set of cans with a removable 3.5mm cable so I can replace them with the V-Moda BoomPro Mic Cable. (I would have already done this to my HD 598s but for the proprietary Sennheiser cable.) These headphones may also become my go-to mobile headphones depending on the sound quality, so I'd really like for them to be closed with good noise isolation.

In this case, I'd be looking for:

• Closed back
  
• Easy to drive (Must)
  
• Removable cable connected by 3.5mm jack (Must)
  
• Decent sound stage
  
• Good noise isolation (More important than sound stage)
  
• Heavier bass (At least more prevalent than HD 598SE)
  
• Could be portable
  
• Price: $150 - $250 (+$30 for the BoomPro Mic)
  
  Option 2: Bite the bullet and get a pure gaming headset. I've already looked at a couple options, and the ones that stand out to me are the Kingston HyperX Cloud 2, Sennheiser GAME ONE, and SteelSeries H Wireless. If anyone has any opinions on these three headsets, let me know.
  
  In this case, I'd be more willing to try open headsets, as I'll probably get myself a closed, mobile-ready pair of headphones on a later date. I also won't be as picky about the sound, since these'll almost never be used for music. It will, though, decrease the price I'm willing to pay (SteelSeries H Wireless notwithstanding; for whatever reason, those things are calling to me.)
  
  For this option, my requirements are:
  
  
• Open/Closed
  
• Easy to drive (Must)
  
• 3.5mm jack (Must)
  
• High mic quality
  
• Decent sound quality
  
• Heavier bass
  
• Price: $100-$175
  
  If anyone has any other suggestions, I'm definitely looking for more options, as long as it doesn't total to over $300.

If anyone is interested in the Game One [Amazon](Sennheiser Game ONE Gaming Headset - Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00KK8ZLEC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_OV.2DbK2Z3KXW) has it for $107. Massdrop/Drop also has a collar version that is essentially the same headset but in all black for $100 + s/h. I can always give a referral if needed for $10 off.

Sennheiser Game Ones, they are on Amazon for $130.16 right now, and there is a lot of value there. I own them and they have great sound for the price, they are comfortable , and have a good sounding mic. Here is a link: https://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-Game-ONE-Gaming-Headset/dp/B00KK8ZLEC/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=sennheiser+game+one&qid=1569683589&s=gateway&sr=8-3

These!

The Game Ones were just posted in BuildPcSales. Amazon has a great return policy so I’d grab these and compare them to whatever headset you choose. I think you’ll find they outperform a stand alone headset on console and aren’t too shabby on PC as well. They are usually $144.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00KK8ZLEC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_lZPDCb732BDCN

There are some headsets made by brands that do proper headphones like sennheiser, beyerdynamic and audiotechnica. You should maybe take a look at the Sennheiser game one's or game zero's if not these models maybe you should check out the beyerdynamic custom game headset. If you somehow don't find something you like from brands like these and want a normal gaming branded headset you could get something from hyperx. Hyperx headsets tend to be better than the other gaming brands and usually are just rebranded models from other companys. For example their cloud model is a rebranded takstar pro 80 headphone. Also, you could buy a cable with a microphone and just replace the stock cable from headphones that have a removable cable.

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Edit: The sennheiser PC37X made in collaboration with Massdrop might also be a good option for you.

https://www.amazon.ca/Sennheiser-Acoustic-Gaming-Headset-Black/dp/B00KK8ZLEC


These are the headphones i bought , amazon calls them the G4ME Ones but states they have 50ohm impedence only.

The Sennheiser Game One have great sound but poor noise isolation due to being open-back, good option if you’re not in a noisy environment or somewhere where noise leakage will bother others. At lower prices, the Kingston HyperX Cloud II and Corsair HS60 are ever-popular. The Kingston Cloud II and Cloud Flight are supposed to be pretty similar aside from the latter being wireless.

If you have a higher budget, I'd recommend these or these. I have the predecessor to the PC373 (the PC363d) bought in June of 2014, still going strong. They sound amazing (I think the drivers are similar to the HD 598, or the HD 558), and the mic is fantastic. Build quality has also held up perfectly. Current pricing is all time low, but still not cheap.

I've seen these two headsets recommended as the best out there: Sennheiser GAME ONE

and
Sennheiser PC 373D - 7.1 Surround Sound

Would you be able to tell me the differences between these two headsets?

Audio-Technica ATH-ADG1X Open Air High-Fidelity Gaming Headset https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01AYZZP5U/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_6cHnzbAVS7Y48

Sennheiser GAME ONE Gaming Headset - Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00KK8ZLEC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_7dHnzbRV91KJ2

Pick one you won't go wrong with either. But if they're too pricey then get the non gaming versions and pair with a mod mic

Sennheiser HD 598 Special Edition Over-Ear Headphones - Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0126HISOO/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_3hHnzbH63J9VA

Audio-Technica Audiophile Open-Air Headphones Black (ATH-AD900X) with Audio-Technica Omnidirectional Condenser Lavalier Microphone https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01LZQDTO4/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_TjHnzbGPFHTNP


Unfortunately I never seem to do simple

Do yourself a favor: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00KK8ZLEC/ref=twister_B00OZP5HG8?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

Buy quality, buy Sennheiser. They last for forever and the quality great.

I dig into some benchmarks for headsets 'Gaming' (microphone incorporated) I have a budget of 150€-170€

I'm between: https://www2.razerzone.com/es-es/gaming-audio/razer-blackshark

and

https://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-GAME-ONE-Gaming-Headset/dp/B00KK8ZLEC/ref=sr_1_3?s=videogames&ie=UTF8&qid=1497974144&sr=1-3&keywords=headset%2Bwith%2Bmicrophone&refinements=p_36%3A10000-17000&th=1

My biggest concert is that the Razer ones is a model from 2012 but very recommended and i'm really happy with all my Razer hardware. Also the Sennheiser have better specifications and excel in the music studio, I've read that they can't use 7.1 on games...

I'm between my fidelity to Sennheiser and Razer. If anyone have a better suggestion i'm open =D .

Thanks you.

I just bought Sennheiser Game one. After looking around for something good. I looked at a HE-400s as well, but while I'd get much much much better quality it'd be more than 2 the price, since I also have to buy something like a ModMic v4 since HE-400s doesnt come with a microphone.

now I haven't received my Game One yet, but a lot of people says that they are very comfy and great sound and have a very good microphone, for being on a headset.

I'd recommend that you at least look at some reviews of it :)

https://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-GAME-ONE-Gaming-Headset/dp/B00KK8ZLEC/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1497518124&sr=8-1&keywords=game+one+headset

Personally, neither...I bought both headsets with intent on returning one after testing. I thought both were subpar. I ended up buying the Sennheiser Game One to try next and it is the best headset I have ever owned for gaming. Returned the original headsets and kept the Astro Mixamp to use with it.

I am an audio engineer by trade and the Sennheiser Game One blows the others away as far as sound quality is concerned, and I would also say they are more durable AND more comfortable. I am sure closed-back model is fine (Game Zero I think?), but I prefer open for gaming as you can hear yourself better when you are talking to teammates on a mic.

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Here's a link. Looks like the price has even come down since I bought them:

https://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-506065-GAME-Gaming-Headset/dp/B00KK8ZLEC?th=1#customerReviews

Astro A10 is the least terrible of the 3 but still nowhere close to being good. I would opt for the Sennheiser Game One right now. Easily the best value headset right now at $135 instead of the normal $250.

https://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-GAME-ONE-Gaming-Headset/dp/B00KK8ZLEC

Sennheiser GAME ONE Gaming Headset - Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00KK8ZLEC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_7xj0Bb6VV92JK

Flip mic to mute, volume dial on right ear cup, comfortable. This is the wirecutter's upgrade pick for gaming headsets. I've been using it for about 18 months and the quality is jarring compared to when I use my friends Astro A40s. Both the microphone quality and the sound quality of the Sennheiser is leaps and bounds better than their Astro headset.

I personally recommend it. (The game One is an open headphone and the game Zero is a sound isolating closed headphone design. I prefer open headphones because of the wider soundstage and better [for me] perception of directional sound. Others may prefer the isolation effect that closed headphones give. Otherwise, the Game One and Game Zero are same.)

I'm a huge fan of the Sennheiser Game One. I've had mine for a couple years. The build is plastic, but it's very thick and durable. These headphones are very comfortable, I'd say 9/10 in comfort. They are based on the Sennheiser HD 558 headphones so you can expect the same audio quality, you're paying $40.00 for a volume knob and a built in mic that mutes when you push it up - these features are worth it for me. If you're looking for a closed back headphone, there's also the Game Zero.

Anything can be a "Reasonable Price" A rich audiophile thinks the Sennheiser Orpheus is an reasonable price. However my suggestion is to not get a headset if you plan to enjoy your audio.

Grab a decent headphones a mic combo.

Sennheiser HD598 & Modmic Combo.

However only one headset I can recommend

Sennheiser Game One because It's the HD598 with a mic slap on it. It's the cheaper option as well but the HD598 sounds subjectively better imo.

Are these on par?

Sennheiser GAME ZERO PC Gaming Headphone - Black

or

Sennheiser GAME ONE PC Gaming Headset - Black

It seems like the ONEs rest on the ear while the ZEROs surround them, is that the major difference?

I got the Sennheiser Game Ones as said in the post

Hey, I am currently using the Sennheiser Game One headphones: Sennheiser GAME ONE Gaming Headset - Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00KK8ZLEC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_erixCbFQK0ZV7

I probably should have mentioned that I am also gaming on PC and am open to other suggestions for headphones

I have the same dilemma with wife and kids that must be heard. I ended up with a sennheiser open back headset and it was a very good compromise in my case.

This one:
Sennheiser GAME ONE Gaming Headset - Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00KK8ZLEC

Edit: ah my bad. This isn’t wireless. Works really well for me for that constraint though!

Honestly, at 100-150€, you're best off not upgrading. The obvious upgrade path would be something like Antlion's Modmic and Sennheiser HD598. The Sennheiser Game One is also a good choice. Whether that's worth the upgrade, I can't say.

The wireless is your biggest bottle neck: Good wireless microphones just aren't a thing outside of pro gear. You could get a desk mic like an Audio Technica AT2020 or a Blue Snowball and a pair of wireless headphones, sure. But even there you're sacrificing audio quality for the wirelessness.

I think you should get the 1070. As for headphones I would recommend getting either the HyperX Cloud 2 (I have these headphones and love them), the Sennheiser GSP 300, the Sennheiser GAME ZERO or Sennheiser GAME ONE (the game zero is closed back and the game one is open back).

game zeros game ones
gsp 300
hyper x revolver s arctis 3 audio technica adg1x astro a40 tr logitech g633

Got any questions lmk

https://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-GAME-ONE-Gaming-Headset/dp/B00KK8ZLEC

>I have a N6. It works well. I don't use the phone clip at home because I need to charge it every few hours so I use a pair of cheap headphones

How do use headphones with a device like N6? Do you just put the headphones can / cup over the N6 device?

Do you think a pair of headphones like these would work clearly for you?

Would I have to buy the phone clip or is that something my mom's insurance can provide for her? Or can her insurance possibly provide her with the N7?


With the N7 the phone clip is not necessary right? It has the phone clip functionality already built in?

Best you could do is probably get some open back headphones. If the volume is too high though you still might not be able to hear it. Google "open back gaming headset". Or you could get open back headphones and then add a mic attachment.

Open back headphones allow noise to come through whereas closed back will block outside noise.

Here's an example.

https://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-GAME-ONE-Gaming-Headset/dp/B00KK8ZLEC?creativeASIN=B00KK8ZLEC&linkCode=w61&imprToken=.I0IP9YXXJBvcM7tRPd4dw&slotNum=6&tag=musicoomph-20

Here are some good headset's the first link is under 100$

https://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-Gaming-Headset-Dolby-Surround/dp/B01MCRE3S9/ref=mp_s_a_1_1_sspa?keywords=sennheiser+gsp+300&qid=1563649169&s=gateway&sprefix=sennheiser+gsp+&sr=8-1-spons&psc=1


https://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-GAME-ONE-Gaming-Headset/dp/B00KK8ZLEC

https://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-GSP-500-Acoustic-Headset/dp/B07CK4J1SW/ref=mp_s_a_1_3?keywords=sennheiser+gsp+500&qid=1563649263&s=gateway&sr=8-3


https://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-GSP-550-Surround-Headset/dp/B07GWJ48KF/ref=mp_s_a_1_8?keywords=sennheiser+gsp+500&qid=1563649387&s=gateway&sr=8-8



https://www.amazon.com/NewFantasia-Replacement-Compatible-Sennheiser-Headsets/dp/B0797V5SS8/ref=mp_s_a_1_2_sspa?keywords=sennheiser%2Bgsp%2B500&qid=1563649371&s=gateway&sr=8-2-spons&psc=1&th=1


https://www.amazon.com/NewFantasia-Replacement-Compatible-Sennheiser-Headsets/dp/B07PBDHSG4/ref=mp_s_a_1_1_sspa?keywords=sennheiser+gsp+500+Cable&qid=1563649476&s=gateway&sr=8-1-spons&psc=1


https://www.amazon.com/Genuine-Sennheiser-Replacement-Gaming-Headset/dp/B071WQG39D/ref=mp_s_a_1_5?keywords=sennheiser+gsp+500+Cable&qid=1563649476&s=gateway&sr=8-5


https://www.amazon.com/dp/B075MQD3C4/ref=dp_cerb_2



https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B07JQPSDDC/ref=psdcmw_13880181_t1_B075MQD3C4


https://www.amazon.com/Defean-Replacement-Headband-Sennheiser-Headphone/dp/B07TNQYV83/ref=mp_s_a_1_2?keywords=sennheiser+gsp+500+earpads&qid=1563649736&s=gateway&sr=8-2-spell

Cheers to you and yours man. That's cool. My wife hates video games.

Headsets. I'd 100% be confident in telling you that you'd enjoy headsets more than any stereo setup you figure out.

Some headsets are closed back and have good sound isolation from outside sounds but don't pipe your voice back into your ears. These can be odd to get used to bc it's hard to hear yourself talk. Wired with good mic. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00KK8ZLEC


With headsets you pretty much have to decide up front weather you want wired or wireless though(to the PS4). Sometimes a mix amp or heaphone amp can really improve some headsets as well.

I don't have these but I heard there great for the price and has an amazing mic and sound Sennheiser GAME ONE PC Gaming Headset - Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00KK8ZLEC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_Lwb1xbA8NWATV

I know you say the cords bother you, but hear me out.

I have a Sound Blaster Z, which comes with a mic that sits on top of my monitor. I never notice it, and I don't see any wires. I use the Sound Blaster Z to power my Sennheiser 598 headphones.

My setup is expensive, but it is also amazing. There are cheaper alternatives. The Sennheiser 558 headphones are 100 dollars, though you'd still need a small mic like the one that comes with the Sound Blaster Z.

Sennheiser does make headsets. This one is (if i recall correctly) the 558 headphones with a mic attached for you.

If that is also too expensive I can leave you with this advice. Get yourself a pair of open headphones and a mic like the one that comes with the Sound Blaster Z. Open headphones are better for gaming than closed headphones / noise canceling headphones. Open headsets have a much larger "Sound Stage" compared to closed. The "Sound Stage" is how big the area appears to be that the sounds are coming from. Open headsets with large sound stages allow you to better pin-point where a sound is coming from. This allows you to much more easily tell that the footsteps you hear you coming from your 5 o'clock and that player is 20 yards away, for example.

The only time a headset is better closed than open is if you live in a very loud house/apartment, you live in a college dorm and don't want your roommate to hear your games/music, or you plan to use the headset in public at a library or on a bus. If you are buying strictly for gaming, open is the way to go.

Most headsets you can buy at retail shops are closed. This is a trend that started maybe 5-6 years ago when eSports were getting bigger. The pros play in tournaments with closed headsets because they need to block out the sound of the crowd. People want the same gear their favorite pro uses, so suddenly open headsets disappeared from retail shops.

The three Sennheiser products I linked are all open headsets.

1. Stay away from Tritton. Like, forever.
   
   
2. If the A40 advertises Xbox on it, then it's likely the one that comes with the little device that plugs into the controller. That device won't work with a PS4, but you could always just plug the A40 right into the controller with the PS4. You might lose volume functions that aren't software-based, but I'm not sure.
   
   
3. For that price range, you should buy these instead. Better audio, better mic, and they work well with PS4. https://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-GAME-ONE-Gaming-Headset/dp/B00KK8ZLEC/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1469952073&sr=8-1&keywords=Sennheiser+Game+One
   
   
4. The vast majority of gaming headsets suck for music, but those Sennheisers would be an exception.

Check out this Sennheiser https://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-GAME-ONE-Gaming-Headset/dp/B00KK8ZLEC/ref=sr_1_2?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1469900953&sr=1-2&keywords=sennheiser+pc+363d

it sort of depends on your budget. you can get a really nice "gaming headset" like the beyerdynamic mmx300 but it is $350 https://www.amazon.com/Beyerdynamic-Second-Generation-Multi-Media-Headset/dp/B06WGVJ9GY

that is a nice pair of real headphones with a mic already attached and not the typical "gaming" headset you would get from logitech or razer or whatever. beyerdynamic is a quality headphone company. logitech makes good mice and peripherals. they are not a headphone or audio company.


there is also the sennheiser game one, at $165. which like beyerdynamic is an actual headphone/audio company. so you are starting with a much better pair of headphones https://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-GAME-ONE-Gaming-Headset/dp/B00KK8ZLEC/ref=pd_lpo_vtph_23_tr_t_2


i own the mmx300 but no longer use them. they were great for years, but i wanted to switch to a pair of open headphones so i could better hear music playing while i was gaming. the mmx300 are closed so they isolate more. i switched to phillips fidelio x2 headphones with an antlion mod mic and it works great. the headphones are super comfortable and i can detach the mic easily when not needed. if you think you want to do anything else with the headphones other than gaming i would definitely recommend getting a good set of headphones and an attachable mic.

again, your budget for it sort of determines what would be recommended here.

What do ya think about these?

Amazon

Game one can usually be found for around 100 and is literally the hd598 plus a decent mic even though I would still use a standalone mic over it. I have the 598s for work and the game one for at home.

https://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-Game-ONE-Gaming-Headset/dp/B00KK8ZLEC/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=game+one&qid=1566623844&s=electronics&sr=1-1

These are beast although I have the white ones since I prefer the styling.

I do not like the gsp series nowhere near as comfortable but the hd 598 styling of the game ones is so much more comfortable. I'm actually wearing them right now in fact and they are basically unnoticeable.

Could also spend a bit more and get the massdrop hd 6xx which are 200 but they don't have a mic so you need a standard one.

my blacksharks started making a weird zzt zzt noise a while back and ive been looking for a new headset for a while. I don't need a mic since i have a blue nessie. the reviews for this headset are sounding great.

thoughts?

At that price get the Hyper X Cloud 1.

http://www.amazon.com/HyperX-Cloud-Gaming-Headset-KHX-H3CL/dp/B00JJNQG98

They are the same as the Cloud 2 but without the USB 7.1 Adapter thingy.

They have a closed back and sound really good but that means you wont get the same kind of sound stage to pin point footsteps in CSGO. If you can wait a bit and save up a bit more get the G4ME Ones.

http://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-GAME-ONE-Gaming-Headset/dp/B00KK8ZLEC

They are the best I've used for FPS gaming. Mic is legendary as well.

Moving to Israel in September. I do care about keeping up appearances. Ideally I would like the gear to compliment my daily attire. If not, I can work around it.

 

• BUDGET: $400USD.
  
   
  
  
• Source: Primarily my Galaxy S7 and my WM-FX195 for my coveted cassette collection. On rare occasions Asus Xonar DSX 7.1.
  
   
  
  
• Requirements for Isolation: Open over-ear. But I'm worried about possible external noise.
  
   
  
  
• Will you be using these Headphones in Public? Walking around the streets of Israel, while traveling via boat to Israel.
  
   
  
  
• Preferred Music: I primarily listen to Classical orchestra, Piano, Classic Rock (lots of live concerts), Jazz, Blues, Klezmer, on rare occasions This type of Electronic and specific Funk.
  
   
  
  
• Preferred Type of Headphone: full-sized.
  
   
  
  
• Location: USA (currently).
  
   
  
  
• What would you like to improve on from your set-up: I'm a relatively inexperienced audio guy. I have read a lot and have the understanding but lack experience. I'm moving out of gaming and into other areas. In short I have no current setup.
  
   
  
  
• Past headphones: The only ones of note are these yet no need since I am quitting gaming for a couple years at least.
  
   
  
  
• Preferred tonal balance: Detailed treble. Adequate bass with upper and lower mid range frequencies. Natural and realistic midrange. Sense of spaciousness, decent depth. Clear distinction between instruments. Decent emphasis on vocals.
  
   
  
  
• Other: On an appearance note I typically dress in black suite with a white shirt, occasionally using a vest instead of a coat. Please no wireless capabilities. I don't mind bulky... to an extent.
  
   
  
  I would appreciate any advice and recommendations. I was already advised on a few and I'm leaning towards the Audio-Technica ATH-R70x, but somehow find the Sennheiser HD 600 alluring.

• Budget: $200 preferred ($300-350 if it's significantly better for price/performance)
  
  
• Location: US
  
  
• Source: PC w/ ALC889 and very rarely potentially my Yamaha RX V765
  
  
• Isolation: None (Home use only)
  
  
• Preferred Type: Circumaural - Full-Sized Over Ear (OPEN)
  
  
• Preferred Tonal Balance: overall balanced
  
  
• Past Headphones: Steelseries Siberia V2 (With USB Vitual 7.1)
  
  
• Preferred Music: Gaming and music - I seriously listen to everything except dubstep unless someone on twitch is streaming it :P - I generally listen to hip hop and rock, but also enjoy classical and other easy listening.
  
  Background/My Thoughts
  
  I generally prefer to invest slightly more in my things for better quality and longevity. I'd happily invest more in things if I knew it was more likely to last or if the quality is significantly higher for the cost.
  
  The left speaker in my siberia just stopped working. I am very close to grabbing the Sennheiser G4ME ONE's used from Amazon because I have a $50 gift card waiting to be used and I'm a sucker for great price/performance.
  
  I figure either $200 for a headset OR $300-$350 for Headphones + whatever else.
  
  Option 1: Headset w/ Mic
  
  I don't necessarily need a headset w/built in mic, I'm aware of the modmic option, but if I'm not mistaken the G4ME ONE essentially an HD 558 just with the added microphone which will be very nice for me due to how much I'm on vent/Teamspeak when I game. I don't see the point in investing much more than 150-200 for an all-in-one because as I understand the quality doesn't go much higher from here anyways.. so to get more quality I'd look at option 2 and by that point it seems to be very costly to compete with the HD 558. And since I can get the ONE used for 150-50=$100 that seems like a great option.
  
  Option 2: Headphone + Soundcard OR DAC/AMP + ModMic
  
  Unless someone knows something that I don't, this is where I'd be spending more than the $200, and hopefully only if it's actually going to be 50-100% better. I considered the AT-ADG1's in option 1 above, but I don't believe they offer $100 more in value over the G4ME ONE (White/red new is $200)- please correct me if I am wrong.
  
  Here are of the products I considered for option 2:
  
  
• HD 598
  
• DT 990
  
• AKG Q701 (Or K701 - but I like the Q design)
  
  I am assuming I'll need to add another 100-200 on top of the headphone to drive them.
  
  
  If there are any options that let me gradually upgrade/add on the DAC/Amp I'd consider that, but my impression is that certain headphones need to be driven properly from day 1. I realize that any headphones, even the G4ME ONE would benefit from a better amp or soundcard, but if I go for them then I don't plan to get another soundcard or external DAC/AMP anytime soon.
  
  Any advice/thoughts on this or anything else would be greatly appreciated. Sorry for the wall of text. :D

Would something like this fit within your budget?

My brother uses the Sennheiser Game one on his xbox and he says its very good for both audio and mic quality. I recommended him the headset as i own the PC360 model Sennheiser and its almost the same exact headset. The game one comes with 2 cords to attach to a controller/phone (single combo 3.5mm jack) or the standard headphone+mic 3.5mm jack most pcs use.

It does go on sale and hits under $140. If you are using an astro id imagine you dont have a problem spending over $100 for a headset (astro is a scam imo. its like 'beats' or 'turtlebeach' headphones. they are overpriced garbage)

https://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-GAME-ONE-Gaming-Headset/dp/B00KK8ZLEC?th=1

https://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-506080-GAME-Gaming-Headset/dp/B00KK8ZLEC/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1527463901&sr=8-3&keywords=sennheiser+headphones+game+one

This thing is pretty amazing, not wireless but that doesn't bother me.

Pretty much any Sennheiser headset.

https://www.amazon.ca/Sennheiser-Acoustic-Gaming-Headset-Black/dp/B00KK8ZLEC/

Sennheiser GAME ONE Black $130 - back ordered 2-4 weeks

Sennheiser GAME ONE White $150

Kingston HyperX Cloud II - $98

Kingston HyperX Revolver - $108

Astro A40 - $150

Of those I'm partial to the Sennheiser GAME ONE's, and the Astro A40. I've used exclusively Sennheiser headphones for the last 7 years and have loved them. The GAME ONE's are open back though so you will get a little less bass but a more open sounding sound stage. The Sennheisers are also far better for music than anything from Kingston, Razer, Logitech, or SteelSeries. Also in my experience, Sennheiser headphones are always quite comfortable. The mic quality is also very good on the GAME ONE.

The Astro A40's are just really good all around. Good sound quality, good mic quality, good overall build quality. Very solid option around the $150 range.

If it were me buying it, I would go with the Sennheiser GAME ONE, my second choice would definitely be the Astro A40's though. The SteelSeries Siberia 350 hasn't been getting the best reviews from actual users. I don't put as much stock into professional reviews because they never account for longevity of the device and are based more on technical specs than actual real world use.

It really depends on what your priorities are though. If you're concerned more with the sound quality, the Sennheisers or Astro A40's are the way to go. If you're more interested in extra features, some of the other brands like Corsair, Logitech, and SteelSeries will have some other features (like RGB lighting for example).

These are the one's I'm currently using.
Overear, comfortable, replaceable cable, adjustable mic, solid audio, and relatively cheap.

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00KK8ZLEC/ref=cm_sw_su_dp

PS Love PriceZombie :)

i'am no headphones enthusiast at all but for a gaming headset these are what i would recommend:

Sennheiser PC37X: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=spktoWVAlTU

Logitech G PRO X: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_8nBLX9rDWI&t=215s

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or you could buy the 58x jubilee and install a modmic on it, and get a better sound quality from more on the professional side headphones and a much better mic quality: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oZtGFdurGmU

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and here is a similar headset to the Senhheiser PC37X : https://www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-GAME-ONE-Gaming-Headset/dp/B00KK8ZLEC/ref=sr_1_3?keywords=sennheiser+game+one&qid=1562796435&s=gateway&sr=8-3

Sennheiser G4ME ONE Open, Acoustic PC Gaming Headset, Black https://www.amazon.ca/dp/B00KK8ZLEC/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_tWvKAbVR7MEMB

This are really good ones also they are a bit below your price range ;)
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00KK8ZLEC/ref=zg_bs_402053011_22?ie=UTF8&psc=1&refRID=Z5164D51K6ANCMN6BH45