Siberia v2---should I get a sound card?

[Fuzzmonster]

Is the Siberia v2 good enough that a dedicated sound card would be worth it?

It sounded a bit tinny so I was wondering if a sound card would solve the problem.

Thanks in advance

 

[Fuzzmonster]

I also plan on getting good 7.1 speakers for movies and music

 

[TheMentalist]

Depends on which motherboard you have. In general this headset is not worth a dedicated sound card.

 

[RazerZ]

Is the Siberia v2 good enough that a dedicated sound card would be worth it?

It sounded a bit tinny so I was wondering if a sound card would solve the problem.

There's a good chance that's your headset's problem and not your onboard DAC. Unless it's complete garbage.

Found from a quick google search: "Lack of bass output further diminishes realistic sound production - gunshots, explosions, etc. sound "tinny" and fake".

 

[TheMentalist]

There's a good chance that's your headset's problem and not your onboard DAC. Unless it's complete garbage.

Found from a quick google search: "Lack of bass output further diminishes realistic sound production - gunshots, explosions, etc. sound "tinny" and fake".

The Siberia's aren't great at bass, I didn't get the V3, but V2 was good in the mid and high tones.
Mostly the sound is optimized by software on lower end headsets.

 

[RazerZ]

Well I haven't tried this headset, just going by the info I can find online.

@ OP If it's sounding tinny to you perhaps you could boost the lower frequencies in your eq?

 

[TheMentalist]

Well I haven't tried this headset, just going by the info I can find online.

@ OP If it's sounding tinny to you perhaps you could boost the lower frequencies in your eq?

Most of the time I go by the info on the net too, but the Siberia's were close for being labeled 'good' headsets, so I tried them. I was kinda disappointed.I still like a good headphone over headsets.

 

[RazerZ]

Couldn't agree with you more...

tek syndicate made some videos on this just recently:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8dj5G0isn9Y

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3fD-M1F6L4g

It's good to see some youtubers actually telling consumers the truth, rather than trying to peddle low end gaming headsets at a premium price.

 

[TheMentalist]

Yeah true, Tek Syndicate is one of the few that knows their stuff.
You should check out head-fi for some good info on sound equipment if you're interested.

 

[RazerZ]

Yeah true, Tek Syndicate is one of the few that knows their stuff.
You should check out head-fi for some good info on sound equipment if you're interested.

I've been using that site for a while now. Currently saving up for a pair of Beyerdynamic DT 770 Pros ( 80 or 250 ohms) and plan to build a CMOY amp during Christmas break.

 

[Fuzzmonster]

Sorry I took so long to get back...

I have a msi gaming 5, and I've messed around with the software so I suppose it's the headphones fault.
Thanks for answering guys!
I'll pick the BA in a bit.

 

[TheMentalist]

Sorry I took so long to get back...

I have a msi gaming 5, and I've messed around with the software so I suppose it's the headphones fault.
Thanks for answering guys!
I'll pick the BA in a bit.

That board has a pretty decent sound card, try playing with the EQ to find the tune you're looking for.

 

[TheMentalist]

I've been using that site for a while now. Currently saving up for a pair of Beyerdynamic DT 770 Pros ( 80 or 250 ohms) and plan to build a CMOY amp during Christmas break.

Nice, I'm going for the DT-880 myself.