2011 Edition), but after reading some reviews (I liked the CNET one) and lots of different opinions, I just got so confused. A lot of people says the Astro A40 are the best gaming headset ever created, and that they so superior than the Turtle Beach X41. Then there's the people that says you should get the Turtle Beach X41 cause they have 7.1 Surround, a way better bass, and are cheaper (and wireless, but that is no longer a problem). Is there really a noticeable diference between Surround... Read more →

I've got an HDMI-equipped Onkyo receiver that I run both consoles into now – trying to determine an elegant way to add wireless headphones to that mix.

Saw these from Ryan's top 10 list, but no freaking way with that added cost.

Much cheaper and more practical than a surround speaker set. Pros: +Very high sound quality and the simulated surround sound is surprisingly accurate +Easy to connect to XBox LIVE for in-game and party chat features +Adjustable input/voice volume balance +Detachable microphone boom Cons: -The mass of wires with the MixAmp is a little unwieldy, but with the newly released wireless MixAmp, I'm sure this will be helped a lot.

I am to needing these headphone for to block out my mom when I play MW2. I was to get AX Pro 120 however, these are beaster

I previously mentioned I'd be doing a gaming headset shootout for MW2's release (http://discuss.gdgt.com/turtle-beach/ear-force/x4... ), and it's underway! I've been "working" with the A40s (with Mixamp) so far and I have to say, I've been very impressed. Since the X41s and Trittons haven't come yet, I can't compare sound quality, but the Astro guys clearly paid a lot of attention to the... Read more →

I know my xbox 360 mic cuts out quite often and I need to wait and then finish saying something. Is this true for astro? Has anyone who owns them had this issue? Would you go wired or wireless with these?

If I plug an optical cable that goes from the HDTV to the headset transmitter, is it the same as if it were plugged from the PS3/XB360 to the transmitter? The PS3 and XB360 are plugged to the TV with an HDMI cable.

When playing Half-Life 2 or Team Fortress 2, should I have the audio settings on 5.1, 7.1, or headphones? I have the mix amp connected with fiber optic. Should Dolby headphone be on or off?