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I don't record directly to my computer. How much effect does the soundcard itself have upon what is coming out of my monitors? Would there be a noticable difference between a crappy soundcard and an expensive one as far as accurate reproduction?
 
The DACs are a big portion. A lot of people are loving the new Benchmark DAC and saying it's all the rage.

So yes, DAC to your monitors is a good link to keep strong.
 
further demonstration...

DAC, is that "digital audio converter"...?

Is this a component of soundcards in general?
 
I am suffering from temporary, but extreme, density. I searched but still haven't answered my question... As I mentioned before:

"I don't record directly to my computer. How much effect does the soundcard itself have upon what is coming out of my monitors? Would there be a noticable difference between a crappy soundcard and an expensive one as far as accurate reproduction?"

What would be an advisable, yet minimal investment for a soundcard, specifically and exclusively for the monitoring of already-recorded tracks?

Thanx.
 
cellardweller said:
I am suffering from temporary, but extreme, density. I searched but still haven't answered my question... As I mentioned before:

"I don't record directly to my computer. How much effect does the soundcard itself have upon what is coming out of my monitors? Would there be a noticable difference between a crappy soundcard and an expensive one as far as accurate reproduction?"

What would be an advisable, yet minimal investment for a soundcard, specifically and exclusively for the monitoring of already-recorded tracks?

Thanx.
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M-Audio Audiophile 2496 - $150
 
And yes, there is a noticable difference between a crappy soundcard and an expensive one. ;)
 
compatibility

Final question (i hope).

Are all soundcards compatible with most PC's, given that system resources are addequate to support it? I guess what I mean is, do they all physically "hook up" the same?
I have a reasonably new PC, so I would assume this shouldn't be a problem since no one has mentioned any PC to soundcard compatibility issue...

Okay, one more question... Since there are 4 inputs and 4 outputs (on the audiophile's), can you have two seperate sets of speakers hooked up at the same time and alternately switch between them (i.e. regular desktop speakers and near fields)???

Thanx, your patience is appreciated!
 
Hello,

The 4 inputs and 4 outputs on the 2496 include 2 each of spdif digital outs. Chances are you have no way to utilize the digital outs unless you have digital ins on your monitors. It would be easier to just use y cables and connect both sets of speakers to the analog outs, and you can just turn on whichever set you want to use, or a simple switching box would work too if you can find one (or make one, if you dont know how I can help). Hope that helps.

-Chris
 
Thank you, yes that does clear that up. It wasn't an issue from either side of that, just curiosity.

Now how about the other question? Is there any difference in how soundcards install? Is it "one size fits all" as far as how they are physically attached, hooked up, or whatever phrase which will probably draw facetious laughter that I use...
 
They are all pretty much standard. Plug it in and screw it down. Start up computer and insert floppy, windows should detect the card and walk you through the rest. You shouldnt have any problems.

-Chris
 
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