USB headset with Gigabyte Z170-Gaming K3 Intel ATX Motherboard?

[Holdit]

Hello,

I bought a system with this motherboard just over a year ago from OCUK (OC3198992) and the headset (standard audio jack) that came with it is giving trouble so it's time for a replacement. My question is: can I use a USB headset (Turtle Beach) with this (Realtek) sound card?

TIA...

 

[Holdit]

Yes.

Technically though, the sound card or onboard audio, whatever you'd like to call it, has nothing to do with any USB audio devices. USB devices are separate and have their own audio processing.

Thanks.

What does that mean in terms of potential issues when choosing/connecting a USB headset?

 

[Holdit]

Many thanks for your input, gentlemen.