Do I need a sound card?

[Yojimbo23]

I am currently using the Asus RoG Hero Viii with the G430 headset.

https://pcpartpicker.com/product/tBZ2FT/asus-motherboard-maximusviiihero

https://pcpartpicker.com/product/FWNp99/logitech-headphones-981000536

I am interested in upgrading to a headset (preferably) or headphones that can utilize a discrete sound card.

I enjoy the fullness of the sound offered by the Logitech Gaming software (their surround sound) because the stereo quality is horrible, but aside from the volume issues (another thread for another time) I want to enjoy a wider range of bass and treble than I have currently.

Headphones would be for gaming/music.

So far I have had my eyes on the Sound Blaster z

https://pcpartpicker.com/product/3nxfrH/creative-labs-sound-card-70sb150600000

Been looking at the Logitech g933/g633 and the sennheiser game one. I like Circumaural headphones.

I prefer not to go with the headphone and mod mic setup due to costs (prefer spending around $200-$250)
But I am open to suggestions.

 

[ssddx]

game one is basically a hd518+modmic equivalent (its based on the hd518/hd558). its laid back and fairly neutral so really will not stand out on bass nor treble but its a good all rounder and is easy to listen to for hours on end.

the dt990 is known to be a bit on the bassy side despite being open headphones as well as having rather bright and articulate treble. bright treble can get fatiguing for some but at the same time, lack of detail on more mellow cans can be boring for some as well.

i'd mention the dt770 if you wanted strong bass but soundstage will suffer a bit compared to the 990 due to being a closed design.

logitech headsets are not bad although i do not feel they can really compete equally with decent headphones. depending on your preferences you may or may not be happy with that setup. given how you like your current logitech you might remain happy as long as you havent tried out anything better on the market.

i suppose i'm a bit biased myself. after getting a decent pair of headphones.. most headsets really sound bad to me.