First appearing back in August, the Sennheiser GSX 1000 amplifier is finally showing up on store shelves. At $229, the smallish accessory might seem a bit pricey. However, gamers and casual listeners alike could benefit from its features.

Sennheiser GSX 1000 audio amplifier review

Audio can often feel like the power-supply of PC peripherals: it is the thing people spend the least money on. However if you take your gaming or media viewing seriously, you are missing out if you do not have a decent sound card and amplifier like the Sennheiser GSX 1000.

Sounds excellent throughout volume range, Great for music, movies and games, Best virtual surround sound unit I have ever tested, Looks stylish; Touch screen is functional and easy to use, Ability to control media and chat volume separately

Not the most powerful of amplifiers; Warm sound may not be to everyone's taste; Pricey

Sennheiser GSX 1000 Review

In the past, gamers have often been spoon fed second rate, sludgy audio, by various manufacturers. Though that stereotype is certainly changing, that stigma remains. Sennheiser are a brand that owes nothing to the gaming world, yet their latest push with a selection of new gaming orientated products...

Excellent 7.1 Virtual Surround Sound but too expensive

Not much besides one usb cable to connect your device to your computer and of course your headphones/speakers to the amp. set windows playback speakers to 7.1 and you're done. the rest of the settings are on the amp itself.

Exactly what I was looking for. I was tired of the buggy interface of my Asus Strix DLX soundcard so upgraded to this. It's nice not having any drivers as everything is customised via the touchscreen.