Taking into account that any mic can be paired with a given pair of headphones, why choose the G4ME ONE headset over the HD 598?
1374662
I agree. I found the G4ME One to be uncomfortable and therefore returned them. I am using a pair of Beyerdynamic DT 990 Pro's and find them to be extremely comfortable and superior sound quality. They are also open as that is what you really need for an expansive sound stage. I would try the HD 598 and see how they fit and perform. Other than the mic, looking for a quality headset is imperative, not only for gaming, but especially for music, movies, etc. Good Luck
1374663
I chose the G4ME ONE over a regular pair of headphones + mic because I was tired of having a tangle of cords, and the attachable mic I had been using would get in my way a lot. Having a mic attached directly to the headphones is just so much more convenient and easier to use.
1075108
I have owned the G-788H for a year now as a DJ and it is diffrent from the G-733H in that the G-788H uses 4 antennas (two for each channel) one to send amd one for return. This reduces noise and is more reliable and it works great. Also the G-788H has the anntenas mount on the back side of the unit so if you rack mount you will have to take that into consideration. I think for the money these mic systems are fantastic and the vocal range and clearity have been superb.
654185
Nope there's no point in paying 60 bucks on a 7.1 soundcard in tandem, unless you also want to have a surround speaker setup. You are correct John, all audio is processed by the G930's soundcard including the simulated 7.1. While using the headset all other audio hardware in your system will be ignored.
2178832
Simply put, your ears can't hear as well as the microphone records. The headphones enable you to isolate exactly what the mic is recording and enables you to be "closer" to the sound. And during playback, headphones are better than the speakers on the computer you're using. For a home studio, it's important to have good headphones, with this combo you get them.
788264
That is actually a really good question. The headset is essentially the HD 595's with a boom mic. I have looked all over headfi.org and have been unable to locate the size of the drivers used in these or the HD 595's, sorry. Believe me though these are some of the best sounding non colored headphones I have used.
246743
Hey. I have never owned the HD 650 but I can tell you that they are very commonly used in the studio and therefore have very flat sound. That's why you get that veil in the vocals (especially female vocals). The HD598 was made with audiophiles in mind but they are very enjoyable to listen to. The vocal and acoustic part of the midrange is the best I've heard in that price range. It's clear, spacious, and full without being heavy. I personally use my Hd598s to edit female vocals and piano and I am very happy with them. Many audiophiles say that the 598s are more enjoyable to listen to than the 650s or 600 despite the cheaper price.
1745774
The bass is good on the 598s. It goes deep and its very controlled, but you really need an amp to get full bass potential. However, it's nowhere near the bass amount or impact on the M50s. No Sennheiser is. Most open headphones aren't either. You'll be disappointed if you're looking for the same amount of bass. If you're looking for an upgrade to the M50, check out the ATH-A900x. I just bought a manufacturer refurbished pair on Amazon for $95. Comparable to Denon D2000 for 1/3 the price. Similar to M50 sound signature. 90% of the bass, better clarity, better soundstage.
939319
The E7 and the HD595s are a great match. The E7 is a fantastic product and most definitely worth the price. All my Sennheisers really come alive when paired with the E7.
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Yes, I own both! For me, I ended up preferring the Q701 over the 598. The HD598 was more comfortable in longer sessions and didn't require any modification to the band (I had to tape a piece of foam to the Q701 because the bumps in the band put pressure on the top of my head). They're both kind of minimal in terms of accessories, but the Q701 comes with some very long wires (which you can braid if they're too long!). They both leak sound, with the Q701 leaking a bit more imo. But the Q701's soundstage is noticeably wider than the 598's. The sound is what made me prefer the Q701 though; it may be because the Q701 has more treble, but I find that the details in the music are clearer than on the 598, where it sounds a little muddied. But, in the case of the 598, this makes for easier listening over time. They're both not very heavy on the bass, but it's adequate for me. The HD598 has stronger bass overall (especially in the mid bass), but the Q701 reaches further down with more sub bass. I have a separate set of headphones for bassy stuff, so I preferred taking the extra detail on the Q701.
767896
Its a great choice, specially if you are new to this kind of equipment, great portability too! Make sure to get a good quality mic, Alex
933389
This headset is based on DT770. As far as music goes, it has a different sound signature than DT880. This headset will have more pronounced bass and recessed mids, while DT880 is the most neutral Beyer on this tier. If you want to read more, there's a great article on head-fi called "Sonic Differences between DT770-DT990 models": http://www.head-fi.org/t/513393/guide-sonic-differences-between-dt770-dt990-models-more . For gaming, this headset is likely to be more "fun" (immersive).
1014488
I own both headsets and they both use the same technology for the Microphone. I use it to record audio and if I had to choose between the two I would pick the 360 by very close margin. hope this helps. But honestly, you cant go wrong with either headset.
2093771
It seems they may be phasing out the "PC" line in favor of the G4ME ONEs. This is basically a complete guess, but I think it's a sensible one given how many sites are saying "Out of Stock." Personally, if you're interested in these headphones, I'd quickly check out the white G4ME ONEs for $200 right now.
1912982
No problem bud! That is correct. On some laptops, there will be a combination port (meaning one instead of two). In this case, you can plug both microphones and headphones into the single port. In your case, there are probably two labeled mic and headphone.
322077
I love the 558. Since you are asking, I assume you are new to hi-fidelity headphones. If so, I suggest you start there. Once you have experienced them, you can develop an appreciation that might direct you to the 598s later, or in another direction entirely. Until you find out what your preferences and biases are, I wouldn't spend the money, because the 558s I have handle every improvement in source I provide. I would spend money to upgrade to the best cables you can use. I would also spend money to purchase higher fidelity music. There is a lot of discussion about range when you buy better music. That is not the issue. It is how much noise turns into additional music as the quality of your music files improves. It's like arguing about pixel size or frame rate wrt your eye's capability to see. Higher quality pictures look better, even if you can't see the pixels or the flicker from the frame rate. Anyway, the HD 558 give very good performance.
956703
Yes, it matters very much. The gray one is the microphone, the black is the headphone. Period.
1761618
Since I have both and tried them out, they are the same thing (regarding the sound quality). the only difference as you said is the mic.