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oldbustedjorn
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I have two computers on my desk - one for gaming and one for file storage and web stuff (mostly, though occasionally it's used for gaming)..
I currently have z-5500's (yes there was a time when I thought that was the paragon of computer audio... I'm a bit wiser now I think) for the gaming rig and some other Logitech 2.1's for the other PC. I have a Razer Barracude for the gaming PC and I'm currently using onboard sound for my secondary PC.
Since I never watch movies on my PC, I'm really considering getting rid of the 5.1's. They take up way too much room and they don't really sound all that great. What little benefit I get from the 5.1 is not worth those cons.
I've read a lot on these forums and head-fi and some others about getting a decent pair of 2.0's or 2.1's but I lack experience in this arena so I'm asking for some help.
First of all my main thought was to get a receiver and run 2.0 or 2.1 for my gaming PC. These need to be half decent for gaming purpose but I'm not a true audiophile I don't think... For the secondary PC I'd just get some 2.0 so I can watch a TV show or listen to some music while I game.
What would you all recommend for a receiver/amp to run these speakers? Is there one that will run both pairs independently? If not I would want a cheaper one for the secondary PC speakers.
In addition, I need voice capabilities for certain games so it's annoying to deal with mics. I'm having a hard time with the zalman clip on mic because of line noise (which I know can be fixed but I don't have the energy to do that right now) so I'm think about getting a usb mic/headset that I only use for the actual voice and not for the game sounds. I have a pair of Sennheiser 280's but I'm not sure I like closed cans because I can't hear myself talk properly. If I go with a USB boom mic or even a headset that is open, will I have a lot of problems with feedback?
For budget, if I sell my Z-5500's, I should have between $300-$500 for everything I mentioned audio-wise. That would be a receiver or two (if needed), two sets of speakers (2.0 or 2.1, with one set being better than the other), and something for voice -- also a soundcard if you think that the razer isn't sufficient or the onboard on the other pc isn't sufficient.
Any help would be greatly appreciated even if only commenting on one point or pointing me in another directions. Thanks!
I currently have z-5500's (yes there was a time when I thought that was the paragon of computer audio... I'm a bit wiser now I think) for the gaming rig and some other Logitech 2.1's for the other PC. I have a Razer Barracude for the gaming PC and I'm currently using onboard sound for my secondary PC.
Since I never watch movies on my PC, I'm really considering getting rid of the 5.1's. They take up way too much room and they don't really sound all that great. What little benefit I get from the 5.1 is not worth those cons.
I've read a lot on these forums and head-fi and some others about getting a decent pair of 2.0's or 2.1's but I lack experience in this arena so I'm asking for some help.
First of all my main thought was to get a receiver and run 2.0 or 2.1 for my gaming PC. These need to be half decent for gaming purpose but I'm not a true audiophile I don't think... For the secondary PC I'd just get some 2.0 so I can watch a TV show or listen to some music while I game.
What would you all recommend for a receiver/amp to run these speakers? Is there one that will run both pairs independently? If not I would want a cheaper one for the secondary PC speakers.
In addition, I need voice capabilities for certain games so it's annoying to deal with mics. I'm having a hard time with the zalman clip on mic because of line noise (which I know can be fixed but I don't have the energy to do that right now) so I'm think about getting a usb mic/headset that I only use for the actual voice and not for the game sounds. I have a pair of Sennheiser 280's but I'm not sure I like closed cans because I can't hear myself talk properly. If I go with a USB boom mic or even a headset that is open, will I have a lot of problems with feedback?
For budget, if I sell my Z-5500's, I should have between $300-$500 for everything I mentioned audio-wise. That would be a receiver or two (if needed), two sets of speakers (2.0 or 2.1, with one set being better than the other), and something for voice -- also a soundcard if you think that the razer isn't sufficient or the onboard on the other pc isn't sufficient.
Any help would be greatly appreciated even if only commenting on one point or pointing me in another directions. Thanks!