MtnPictures Posted January 1, 2006 Report Share Posted January 1, 2006 I'm in search of a sound card due to the fact that my on board sound has started to act up on me. Sabrent sound card. Is this a good sound card for just day to day things like listening to music and such. I'm just looking for sometime that can get the job done and not to fancy like. Thanks. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Honda_Boy Posted January 1, 2006 Report Share Posted January 1, 2006 the last cheap sound card i had just to get by didn't work very well. I'd get something from Creative. SOmetimes the extra money is worth it. Their cheap ones ain't a whole lot more than that one.Creative Soundblaster 16 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Bubba Bob Posted January 2, 2006 Report Share Posted January 2, 2006 I like the cheapo A-Opens. GOod day to day use, and it plays my games just fine. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Martint Posted January 2, 2006 Report Share Posted January 2, 2006 https://www.zipzoomfly.com/jsp/ProductDetai...ductCode=290233thats what I ordered.It will come tmrw/tuesday. I'll tell you if its any good after I pop it in.I also did buy some new Logitech x530 speakers from newegg to.* I currently have intergrated sound with 7 year old speakers* Quote Link to post Share on other sites
xxkbxx Posted January 2, 2006 Report Share Posted January 2, 2006 Contrary to public belief - I feel fine using integrated sound with my three speakers and sub - even if it does use CPU processing on the sound Quote Link to post Share on other sites
MtnPictures Posted January 2, 2006 Author Report Share Posted January 2, 2006 Yes, I didn't have any problems with the quality or anything, but I'm just needing a sound card because the onboard sound is starting to, like I said, act up on me. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
rhema7 Posted January 2, 2006 Report Share Posted January 2, 2006 Turtlebeach.comhttp://www.turtlebeach.com/site/products/soundcards/ Quote Link to post Share on other sites
kidcnote Posted January 2, 2006 Report Share Posted January 2, 2006 (edited) I'm in search of a sound card due to the fact that my on board sound has started to act up on me. Sabrent sound card. Is this a good sound card for just day to day things like listening to music and such. I'm just looking for sometime that can get the job done and not to fancy like. Thanks.I just ordered this 20 min ago cuzz I REALLY want to get the job done. http://www.pixpond.com/1/itmhf.jpg Edited January 3, 2006 by kidcnote Quote Link to post Share on other sites
MtnPictures Posted January 2, 2006 Author Report Share Posted January 2, 2006 Kidcnote, who does that help me? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
bobgo2627 Posted January 2, 2006 Report Share Posted January 2, 2006 Wow a $120 card for sound, wowwwwwww. Can I borrow some money? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
xxkbxx Posted January 2, 2006 Report Share Posted January 2, 2006 How much better can sound be with a $120 card? I mean honestly Quote Link to post Share on other sites
bobgo2627 Posted January 2, 2006 Report Share Posted January 2, 2006 exactly. I would have sold him this one here that is 6 channel PCI for $15.How much better can sound be with a $120 card? I mean honestly Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Honda_Boy Posted January 3, 2006 Report Share Posted January 3, 2006 actually to the audio file (ex: my brother) it can make a HUGE difference with some good speakers (ex: Klipsch or Bose) or good head phones. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
kidcnote Posted January 3, 2006 Report Share Posted January 3, 2006 (edited) actually to the audio file (ex: my brother) it can make a HUGE difference with some good speakers (ex: Klipsch or Bose) or good head phones.Which I have both, Bose Puter speakers and Pioneer HDJ-1000 headphones. http://www.djdeals.com/pioneerHDJ1000.htm Theres somethings you can skimp on, other things I won't..I can afford the F-Xi's with no problem..If you can't afford a single CNote for quality, then unplug your puter and strap on that AM Mono to your ears and enjoy.. Edited January 3, 2006 by kidcnote Quote Link to post Share on other sites
rhema7 Posted January 3, 2006 Report Share Posted January 3, 2006 actually to the audio file (ex: my brother) it can make a HUGE difference with some good speakers (ex: Klipsch or Bose) or good head phones.Which I have both, Bose Puter speakers and Pioneer HDJ-1000 headphones. http://www.djdeals.com/pioneerHDJ1000.htm Theres somethings you can skimp on, other things I won't..I can afford the F-Xi's with no problem..If you can't afford a single CNote for quality, then unplug your puter and strap on that AM Mono to your ears and enjoy..I have found that a decent set of Cans and speakers are far more important than a super high-end audio card. I have over the years bought some relatively expensive sound cards because I listen to and archive tons of Mainstream Jazz (no Kenny G here just real jazz) , Jazz Vocals, classical, and Opera. I can make due with the on board card for standard listening with a good set of cans. I link my PC to my stereo to Utilize my Cerwin Vega V500 speaker system and I connect through an external Sound card to avoid any transient PC noise as for the the Computer I have cheap little 2.1 Altec Lansing that I rarely use. My home cans are Grado SR 60 (they are the greatest but not good if you do not want to disturb others because they bleed bad) at work or on the go you cannot go wrong with a set of Koss PortaPro I will go on record and Sennhieser PX100s are crap compared to these, they have been around since 1980 and still the best portable around IMHO. Actually I find myself using them at home a lot also, they have some bleed like the Grados but not near as much. If you do not have a good set of Portables (ear buds are not my thing) I swear on my honor as a mid level audiophile you should get a pair. Yes they are ugly and kinda dated but I have had 5 friends and my wife get a pair after listening to mine (1 1/2 year with this set they keep getting better). man I lost sight of what I was posting for.Bottom line is you will never get perfect sound reproduction with a internal card with electrostatic interference and transient noise and all. Buy quality and you can avoid the big price. But believe you me if it was a major difference I would shell out the cash without remorse. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Aluvus Posted January 3, 2006 Report Share Posted January 3, 2006 VIA Envy-based cards are good value for the money. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
IEatHardDrives Posted January 3, 2006 Report Share Posted January 3, 2006 Dont buy VIA cards I have the same card and everything sounds like crap. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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