Friday September 5 2008

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Soundcard?

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I'm using onboard sound, should I buy a soundcard? Would there be a big difference? I don't want to spend too much, is this good? ASUS Xonar DX 7.1 (http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.as..

Also, anyone know if newegg still has free shipping on orders over 500?
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Me too will a sound card really make things diff regarding position in game?
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a soundcard gives you "surround simulation" with Dolby Headphone (Xonar) or CMSS-3D (X-Fi) which can work very well and you will get better sound-quality than most onboard-sounds, with a decent headphone/headset it imho helps
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You'll definitely notice the difference if you listen to music alot as well. You get sharper sound with a deeper low end. You should definitely get good headphones/speakers too.

And no, newegg doesnt have free shipping on 500+ orders.
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just like #4 said there is a diff but if u got a bad headset/speakers might wanna buy new ones
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IMO, it's a big improvement in sound and position.. but you need a good headset and soundcard. To me (being cheap), I don't actually think it's worth $75+, but if you have the money, go for it.

Oh, and no free shipping on $500+
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