My Christmas present was a gaming headset. I was a bit worried when I’d heard about it — I’ve always preferred the idea of a separate microphone and headphones, and at the very least the white model looks way better. Having it in front of me has changed my opinion, though — they still look spectacular and the integrated design keeps with my minimalist nature.

It sounds decent (I still don’t know what “good” sounds like — they’re a less shrill than my a-Jays, but I don’t have any real comparison) and I actually can type while talking now which should help with productivity. I love its understated, utility-focussed design but honestly, I haven’t found them comfortable at all.

The reason I’m pleased at the moment is the X-Fi Go! Pro sound card I picked up (another VAIO S flaw). Man, I dig audio processing so much, even if it sounds gross to everyone else. SRS was one of the reasons I really loved my iRiver Clix2 so much… and goddamn, Creative’s THX technology just makes stuff sounds better.

My next post will be better.