Hi guys,
I've got an HTPC that is, at the moment, hooked up to my amp using the onboard sound on the motherboard. I'm looking for something a bit better in the sound department
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In terms of sources, I'll be playing back FLACs for music and HD videos (generally DTS soundtrack or similar).
The HTPC has a Gigabyte MA78GM-S2H motherboard. I have both PCI and PCI-E slots free (albeit using a riser card), and I also have SPDIF onboard.
The amp is a Linn Majik, and it is connected to two speakers (so surround sound is not relevant). I don't know what the speakers are off the top of my head, but they are roughly five years old and pretty decent. I can go and find out, if it's important.
I'm therefore either looking for a sound card or a standalone DAC to get my HTPC properly hooked up to the amp. Budget is not a huge issue, but obviously no point in throwing away money for minimal benefit; I'd be surprised if anyone could justify over £200.
So, suggestions? Thanks
I've got an HTPC that is, at the moment, hooked up to my amp using the onboard sound on the motherboard. I'm looking for something a bit better in the sound department
. In terms of sources, I'll be playing back FLACs for music and HD videos (generally DTS soundtrack or similar).
The HTPC has a Gigabyte MA78GM-S2H motherboard. I have both PCI and PCI-E slots free (albeit using a riser card), and I also have SPDIF onboard.
The amp is a Linn Majik, and it is connected to two speakers (so surround sound is not relevant). I don't know what the speakers are off the top of my head, but they are roughly five years old and pretty decent. I can go and find out, if it's important.
I'm therefore either looking for a sound card or a standalone DAC to get my HTPC properly hooked up to the amp. Budget is not a huge issue, but obviously no point in throwing away money for minimal benefit; I'd be surprised if anyone could justify over £200.
So, suggestions? Thanks