So I'm moving, and I'm getting a real computer room in the new place. I don't watch movies on my PC or listen to music much, the only time I really use sound is when gaming. I've been using a cheap headset, but I'd like to move to a better 3-d sound setup, so I can better locate bad guys. (CS primarily).
Questions:
1. Is there an advantage to 5.1 over 4.1 in gaming? If so, what is it?
2. Any recommendations on speakers? (<$150 for a set)
3. Does the sub add anything to the gaming experience? What does it add?
Thanks!
Speaker selections w/ prices/links:
6.1 - Monsoon MH-505 PriceGrabber $139 + shipping
5.1 Creative Inspire 5.1 5200 - $56.53 shipped (Provantage.com)
4.1 - BA 7800 HD @ Gateway $149 shipped
4.1 - Logitech z-560 - $144.40 (PC Universe)
4.1 - Logitech z-540 - $61.95 shipped (Tech$avings.com)
edit: Added speaker models/info
Questions:
1. Is there an advantage to 5.1 over 4.1 in gaming? If so, what is it?
2. Any recommendations on speakers? (<$150 for a set)
3. Does the sub add anything to the gaming experience? What does it add?
Thanks!
Speaker selections w/ prices/links:
6.1 - Monsoon MH-505 PriceGrabber $139 + shipping
5.1 Creative Inspire 5.1 5200 - $56.53 shipped (Provantage.com)
4.1 - BA 7800 HD @ Gateway $149 shipped
4.1 - Logitech z-560 - $144.40 (PC Universe)
4.1 - Logitech z-540 - $61.95 shipped (Tech$avings.com)
edit: Added speaker models/info