For me, the AX720 was never comfortable. I found it too stiff, granted I only tested it for 2 weeks so take this with a grain of salt.
As for sound quality, the AX720 as I said doesn't excel in anything.

They're fairly neutral, not heavy on bass nor does it bring out too much details on the highs either. Personally I don't like overly bright cans, but I found the AX720 to be on the lacking side as it is often hard to pick up details.

Soundstage is fairly decent, again not wide given that this is a closed-back headset after all.

The AX720's decoder box on the hand is pretty good for what it is and this is why that RM200 you'll pay for is I'd say, a fairly decent deal. It provides Dolby Headphones for virtual surround, which you can pair it to many other headphones. It's great if you're a console gamer too as you won't need to switch around your stuff.

Good for gaming only though, the box still lacks detail for any sort of music IMO.


If you just LOVE bass, then you'll want to probably check out the Sony XB700. I'm not entirely sure if Sony Malaysia still sells it or not, but the last time I check it goes for about RM400 or so.

The XB700 is so bassy that I think it is overkill, it sounds amazing for bass-heavy music (trance, dubsteb, hiphop, those kinda stuff) and it'll really make your ears numb in most shooter type of games. Unfortunately, it lacks detail in the mids and highs, soundstage is non-existant and don't be surprised you won't even be able to hear foosteps next of an enemy next to you.

Otherwise, if you want a better compromise with some emphasis on the other frequencies... I'd suggest looking at the ATH M50 from Audio Technica. It's immersive enough with plenty of bass, but doesn't overwhelm detail on the other frequencies. Soundstage is fairly narrow, but if you want something truly immersive for RM500+, the M50 is hard to beat.


Analog over USB any freaking day. I won't even use a USB headset (unless it is just as a mic) if I'd got one for free.

Let's take one example most people love comparing on - Steelseries Siberia V2 and Siberia V2 USB.
While their audio quality largely remains similar, the single one MAJOR difference is the amount of hissing, pops and cracks that is present on the USB version.

That ALONE pretty much breaks the deal for me irregardless of what other features it brings.

Ok, hope to get the headset to try 1st.

for you, what you will choose?

Neither, as I'm not a basshead. I personally would increase my budget to RM650 to get a Sennheiser HD558 instead.

This post has been edited by SSJBen: May 2 2013, 11:02 PM

I saw HD800 SO NICE!

AFTER SAW PRICE... SHOCKED! RM5k+

MAYBE I GO FOR PIONEER HDJ-500-W

CAUSE GAMING HEADSET I ALREADY GOT TURTLE BEACH..

any place can look for original pioneer brand? and AUDIO TECHNICA too..

RM5k+ not including a proper tube amb (with modded tubes btw) and a DAC yet.
A proper HD800 setup may cost up to RM9k or so, as the HD800 is notorious for being very picky on the type of amp and DAC used.

Not too sure for Pioneer, but for Audio technica... Jaben perhaps?

If you can, going to Singapore to get headphones is a much better choice as there are so much more choices there than in Malaysia. With better prices to boot.

singapore retail shop got demo unit? i need test before just purchase ... scare after bought regret.

Yeah, there are stores in Singapore that has demo units.

woohuuuu..


wait when free.. then going buy ticket fly to sg for test unit ...

HOPE AFTER TEST WILL NO REGRET .

Steelseries Diablo 3 Limited Edition

I am using Tritton Ax5.1 Call of Duty Black Ops Limited Edition

brought Superlux HD681B

not bad. i like the bass. the sound quality equal/better then my Siberia V2. this thing are great to hear for a music and for game as well. gonna save some money for better quality headset next time.

since my Siberia V2 is dead and being send for replacement next month. i guess this Superlux gonna be my new gaming headset

This post has been edited by Sup2Nic: May 13 2013, 08:38 PM

Welcome to the light.

+1, and fallen to a deeper Audio sensation/temptation~

I read a few pages back. Just din't find what i need. I'm looking for 5.1 gaming headset mainly for FPS games such as CS:GO, Battlefield, CoD and etc. Not sure what I'm looking for now too many brands and First time getting my headset. Just want a detail sound when im on my game. Budget around RM500. I'm using MSI GTX780DX Laptop. Yes, only 4 jack available, I believe 5.1 need 5 jack right? Not sure if I should get a 5.1 headset + USB sound card or USB headphone(true or non true 5.1?) or just get a good stereo headset w/o mic?

Just wondering if 5.1 and stereo headset is it so much different. Yea ive read about some in http://www.overclock.net/t/368653/ocnhc-gu...hones-headsets/

Just want some sifus in lowyat to give me their personal opinion. Please guide me or suggest me to get a pair of gaming headset. I dont like awful heavy headset. Thanks SIFU!

Gonna get my Audio Technica ATH-A900X today, will see hows it performs in games as well as music. Pairing it with my Xonar Essence STX.

usually 5.1 is 4 jacks + USB.

I think with that budget you can try for surround headsets, Kave etc.

I think im going to skip kave cos many review said is super bulky and heavy. I certainly dont want that. Need something acceptable weight well maybe I should put it. Normal weight those not too heavy haha...

Thanks for the reply. Appreciate it.

any user gamecom 780 here ? would like to knw user review !!
thanks

Did anyone tried out the Logitech G430 headset yet? How's the microphone?