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[RSX-S] · 07-11-2011, 11:12 PM

Currently, I have Logitech Z5300 5.1 and X-Fi Fat1lity.

I want quality surround sound for gaming but I'm having difficulty finding good surround speakers for computer. The only other way I can think of is by connecting the computer to a mini-hifi or home theatre system. This would seem a bit overkill since I already have an Onkyo system in the living room; it wouldn't make much sense to buy another system just for gaming.

So I decided, with budget in consideration, that I should abandone the surround system idea and opt for a good set of headsets instead.

I did some quick searches online and I came across someone that recommended quality 2.1 headphones with software rendering over surround headphones due to the size of the drivers (excuse me if I've used an incorrect term) that can be fitted into a headset.

So, my question is:

2.1 Stereo headphone (and let the software create a surround environment) or Surround Headphone?

Also, can anyone recommend a good headset for gaming?

07-11-2011, 11:12 PM	#1
[RSX-S] OMGWTFBBQ is a common word I say everyday Join Date: Jun 2002 Location: Richmond Posts: 5,229 Thanked 48 Times in 18 Posts Failed 24 Times in 6 Posts	Surround or Stereo Headphones? Currently, I have Logitech Z5300 5.1 and X-Fi Fat1lity. I want quality surround sound for gaming but I'm having difficulty finding good surround speakers for computer. The only other way I can think of is by connecting the computer to a mini-hifi or home theatre system. This would seem a bit overkill since I already have an Onkyo system in the living room; it wouldn't make much sense to buy another system just for gaming. So I decided, with budget in consideration, that I should abandone the surround system idea and opt for a good set of headsets instead. I did some quick searches online and I came across someone that recommended quality 2.1 headphones with software rendering over surround headphones due to the size of the drivers (excuse me if I've used an incorrect term) that can be fitted into a headset. So, my question is: 2.1 Stereo headphone (and let the software create a surround environment) or Surround Headphone? Also, can anyone recommend a good headset for gaming?