What do you guys think its better for gaming? Gaming Headsets or Audiophile Headphones? Sound card or Motherboard sound?
I personally prefer Audiophile Headphones(See explanation after links) with a normal mic, over "standard" Gaming Headsets, now that said, I'm gonna link what I'm gonna buy soon.
- Headphones: http://www.amazon.com/Beyerdynamic-Tesla-Audiophile-High-Headphone/dp/B00890YNBK
- Mic: http://www.amazon.com/Zalman-Zm-Mic1-Sensitivity-Headphone-Microphone/dp/B00029MTMQ
- Sound Card: http://www.amazon.com/Creative-Blaster-Gaming-Control-SB1510/dp/B00AQ5PK6I
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Explanation why I think Headphones are better then MOST Gaming Headsets.
Pros:
1. Better sound quality.
2. Better pinpoint accuracy for games obv.
3. Huge soundstage for open headphones.
Cons:
1. Leaks sound for being open (might wake ppl).
2. You need a sound card or an AMP/DAC combo, for it to drive them to full potencial.
3. Price obv.