Sennheiser HD800/Beyerdynamic T1

[stefhens]

Hi i want to buy a new headphone for my pc,but im choosing between the Sennheiser HD800 and the Beyerdynamic T1.

My current setup is a Sennheiser pc360 headset with a Asus essence stx II soundcard.I use my headphone for 60% gaming and 40% youtube/music (mainly electronic music).Now im wondering if the HD800/T1 is overkill cause i would just use them for gaming mainly. Would i be better off with something else or prehaps something cheaper?Anyone has some experience in this?

Thank you.

 

[Deleted member 108165]

Both of these are definite overkill for gaming but if you've got money to burn then go ahead. Can't offer any advice regarding a cheap suitable headphone as I'm not into gaming, I'm into hi-fi only *preved*. I'm sure someone will be along soon with options.

 

[dalethorn]

Both of these are definite overkill for gaming but if you've got money to burn then go ahead. Can't offer any advice regarding a cheap suitable headphone as I'm not into gaming, I'm into hi-fi only *preved*. I'm sure someone will be along soon with options.

Not so much overkill as bright and, in the case of the T1, peaky. I'd get either a good planar that's not bright with some solid bass, or use something like a Senn HD650.

 

[ID.]

I'd also advise using suitable amplification and maybe even a DAC.

 

[JoelSim]

Defintely overkill, they are for audiophile use with an amp and the highest quality source.

If you want a great headset for gaming have a look at the Audio-Technica ATH-AG1.

 

[Audiofoolius]

Don't buy such expensive headphones if you don't have a great source and great amplification.

I'd advise you to check out the Beyerdynamic T90 or the Hifiman HE-400i. These are excellent headphones that are great for gaming and sound nice with less expensive components too.