What's a good 5.1 headset for $150 max?

[Mothership]

See title. I considered the Razer Megalodon, as I have had nothing but good experiences with them so far, but it's USB, meaning my soundchip is left gathering dust, while I read that USB sound takes up CPU power. Anyone got a good suggestion, or know if USB vs analogue is a huge difference?

 

[Kreeeee]

Does your sound card support CMSS-3D/Dolby Headphone?

If so, get a very good stereo headset that will produce far better surround sound using the aforementioned platforms than 5.1 headsets.

 

[Global_Inferno]

I agree with Kreeeee, get a decent 2-channel headset / headphone, and then use Dolby Headphone or CMSS-3D

 

[Kreeeee]

I agree with Kreeeee, get a decent 2-channel headset / headphone, and then use Dolby Headphone or CMSS-3D

Nice link in your sig, although for positional sound the PC360 headset is incredible so I think you were a little quick to dismiss headsets.

 

[Marsman]

It's not just about positional sound though, it's about quality of sound as well. You have to pay a premium to get a headset that will offer a certain level of sound quality, which can be had from cheaper headphones. Goldring DR150's are a great example at £50. A £50 headset wont come close to offering the same level of sound quality.

 

[Kreeeee]

It's not just about positional sound though, it's about quality of sound as well. You have to pay a premium to get a headset that will offer a certain level of sound quality, which can be had from cheaper headphones. Goldring DR150's are a great example at £50. A £50 headset wont come close to offering the same level of sound quality.

Agreed. While my PC360's are a clear step up from the DR150's (especially for the all important sound stage and mids) they're not £60 better.

 

[atheos]

My PC360's just arrived today. I was using the PC166 for years.

They are some improvement i must say. I am hearing sounds in games i never heard before