My headset just broke. I need a new pair of some sort of gaming headsets, $100.

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Best one under 100 dollars:

Headphones: Kingston HyperX Cloud Core Headphones ($69.99 @ NCIX US)
Total: $69.99
Prices include shipping, taxes, and discounts when available
Generated by PCPartPicker 2015-12-18 18:22 EST-0500

 

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Are the hyperx cloud 2s any better?

 

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In my opinion, no. Surround's a waste of money.

 

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https/pcpartpicker.com/part/kingston-headphones-khxhscpgm

I like them better than non-surround.

 

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Would it be worth buying the Razer Kraken 7.1 Chroma? it's on sale for 80 instead of 100, I have the 7.1's now and I personally like them. Any flaws with the chroma ones?

 

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HyperX Cloud > Razer Kraken 7.1 Chroma.

On 2 points: Audio quality and build quality.

Can't top the HyperX Cloud. They're good audiophile headphones, rebranded Dakstar Pro80S headphones.

Razer Kraken can't compete.

 

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Sennhesier 518's $67: http/pcpartpicker.com/part/sennheiser-headphones-hd518
Clip-on Mic $8: http/www.amazon.com/Zalman-Zm-Mic1-Sensitivity-Headphone-Microphone/dp/B00029MTMQ/ref=sr_1_5?s=musical-instruments&ie=UTF8&qid=1450484499&sr=1-5&refinements=p_36%3A1253545011

Tough to get much better sound than that at $75.

Disclaimer: I own and use the Sennheiser 518's and wear them daily at work. I love them. incredible sound for the money.

 

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I think the Takstar Pro 80S actually has better sound quality than the Sennheiser 518. Not sure about the difference but they're criminally underrated still.

For 70 dollars, the HyperX Cloud (Takstar Pro 80S + Mic) is a steal.

Can't prove the HyperX is better than the 518 though.

 

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Both are great. Sennhesier has a little more action on the low and high frequencies, making them sound a little different. The Takstar are more natural, but some people find them to sound flat. Of course some people hate the Sennhesier sound too. Headphone sound preference is very personal.

 

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Out of curiosity, which headset did you brake?

 

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RazerZ :

Out of curiosity, which headset did you brake?

Didn't really break, but they stopped working. Razer Kraken 7.1's, non chroma. They keep having some sort of power surges.

 

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I also play a shit ton of CSGO, so out of all these headsets, better once to pick up those low sounds etc?

 

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dhmnuts :

I also play a shit ton of CSGO, so out of all these headsets, better once to pick up those low sounds etc?

There is only 1 really good headset and that's the HyperX Cloud. Not yet convinced you think?

https/www.youtube.com/watch?v=NaMi8dMWNbI
https/www.youtube.com/watch?v=qeoyJBwHc3U
https/www.youtube.com/watch?v=v8qk0VEt2r8

http/www.tweaktown.com/reviews/7013/kingston-hyperx-cloud-headset-review/index.html
http/www.techspot.com/products/headsets/kingston-hyperx-cloud.103640/

 

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RCFProd :

dhmnuts :

I also play a shit ton of CSGO, so out of all these headsets, better once to pick up those low sounds etc?

There is only 1 really good headset and that's the HyperX Cloud. Not yet convinced you think?

https/www.youtube.com/watch?v=NaMi8dMWNbI
https/www.youtube.com/watch?v=qeoyJBwHc3U
https/www.youtube.com/watch?v=v8qk0VEt2r8

http/www.tweaktown.com/reviews/7013/kingston-hyperx-cloud-headset-review/index.html
http/www.techspot.com/products/headsets/kingston-hyperx-cloud.103640/

You really convinced me to get the HyperX Cloud. Is there any difference between the white and black versions? The reason I ask is because one is cheaper than the other.

I don't know anything about audio. Is there any noticeable difference with the Cloud II's to the Cloud? Either way I'm going to go with HyperX Cloud.

Personally I don't mind having surround sound. Just don't know what would be exactly better for gaming, but mainly CS. lel

http/www.amazon.com/HyperX-Cloud-Gaming-Headset-KHX-H3CL/dp/B00JJNQG98/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1450564076&sr=8-1&keywords=Hyperx+Cloud
http/www.amazon.com/HyperX-Cloud-Gaming-Headset-KHX-H3CLW/dp/B00KX3TLF4/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1450564076&sr=8-3&keywords=Hyperx+Cloud

Edit; [strike]I also see there is a HyperX Cloud Core and HyperX Cloud, is there any difference with them too? [/strike] Never mind, I found out, it's for the peasants.

 

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It might be cheaper to get the Cloud Core, essentially the same as the Cloud though without an extra set of velour pads.

http/www.gamestop.com/accessories/hyperx-cloud-core-pro-gaming-headset/122225

Cloud II's have a USB soundcard that has virtual 7.1 surround sound (which from the reviews doesn't have the highest ratings) and a slightly improved mic.

 

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I can get the HyperX Cloud off of their website for like 50 right now. I'm kinda big on a good sounding microphone so at some point I plan on getting that clip on mic that was posted before, but it doesn't matter that much. From what I saw most of the more recommended high end headsets/phones have stereo speakers so... Like I said I have no knowledge about audio shit.

 

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I'm just trying to find the best headphone for the price and I'm really leaning to the HyperX Cloud.

Would the Sennheiser HD 558s be any good as well?
http/www.amazon.com/Sennheiser-HD-558-Headphones/dp/B004FEEY9A/ref=sr_1_1?s=electronics&ie=UTF8&qid=1450575010&sr=1-1&keywords=Sennheiser+HD+558
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I'm just trying to cover all my options and pick the best. I also don't have a sound card, at least I don't remember ever having one. SO to be safe, i don't.

 

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Newegg has them for $80 after promo code. They are excellent for gaming. Very comfortable, wide soundstage, good clarity, enough low end for an immersive experience but not bass heavy by any means.

https/www.reddit.com/r/buildapcsales/comments/3xcx3i/headphones_sennheiser_hd_558_7995_after_promo/

 

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Yeah Sennheiser 558's are pretty good. Those would be a good choice.

 

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