There's no such thing as "gaming" or "Voice chat" headphones. The marketing dept would like you to think that they are optimal for these applications, but the reality is that they are just good enough to use for their stated purpose. You can do better.
The only exception is for audio production where a flat response curve is preferred, and for aviation, etc.
circuitry to run your own voice through them as you talk so you're not screaming into the mic 'cause you can't hear yourself.
But the Beats are an overrated brand of headphones. They're not crappy headphones in general per se, but "they aren't worth the amount you paid for" is what a lot of people have agreed on. Surely, an audio technician would know about brand popularity...
As for suggestion for headphones, I would have told you to go buy an AKG brand, but I don't know of any inexpensive models. I'm going to have to say upgrade to an XB700 if "wearing earmuffs in the summer" isn't an issue for you. They go for around $100 these days I think.
Well, there are headphones that are gaming-oriented because they have microphones and the circuitry to run your own voice through them as you talk so you're not screaming into the mic 'cause you can't hear yourself. I wouldn't buy them for audio quality, though.
I have beats pro- $300
Or
A swiss ear bud (name escapes me) $1200
For the value, id go with beats
FinduszipDamn it, people! Read the thread. We've established that Beats are no good and you can get much better for the money, and here you come bursting in with "For the value, id go with beats"