For $10 more, I would go with the Skullcandy SLYR. For $80, the only other comparable option might be the SteelSeries Siberia V2. The audio quality is better on the SLYR's for music IMO but the mic on the Siberia is better. Surround is always nice to have but it's not necessary. You can invest in a mixamp later for 5.1/7.1 if you want.