Jump to content

Is it worth it?

Hirad123
By Hirad123
in Audio
 Share
Go to solution Solved by wtfxmitchell,

yes

Posted

Hey forum so i recently got a maximus V gene when i was getting ready for my first loop and I've got some miney that i can spend right now on PC stuff and one of the things that crossed my min is a sound card. So does it reall make that big a difference going from supreme FX audio to a soundcard? My main usage is gaming i'm no hardcore audiophile.

                                                                                                                                                                | 5820k+EK supremacy nickel+acetal white 4.5Ghz | X99 Deluxe | Enthoo Luxe | 2x gtx780+komod NV full cover block | Corsair AX1200i | WD blue 500gb |

                                                                                                                                                                                 | Kingston V300 120gb | Samsung 840 Evo 500gb| Bitspower D5 vario+Res combo | primochill advanced LRT tubing (Solid White) |

                                                                                                                                                       | Alphacool Nexxos MONSTA dual 120mm Black Ice nemesis GTX360 triple 120mm | Noctua NF-F12 X4 | Bitspower true silver 1/2ID 3/4 OD compressions (various angles) |

Link to comment
https://linustechtips.com/topic/41097-is-it-worth-it/
Share on other sites
Link to post
Share on other sites
Posted
  • Solution

yes

msi z97m gaming - i5 4690k @4.4ghz 1.2V - corsair h110 - powercolor r9 290x pcs+ - 8GB corsair vengeance dual channel @2133mhz - thermaltake smart power se 730watts - intel 530 series 240GB ssd - seagate 1tb 7200rpm - corsiar obsidian 350D - 2x enermax tb silence 140mm - logitech x-530 - sony mdr xb600 - medion 24'' 1080P - cm storm quickfire tk white edition with cherry mx red - cheap but awesome mouse #GloriousPaintMasterRace

Link to comment
https://linustechtips.com/topic/41097-is-it-worth-it/#findComment-532847
Share on other sites
Link to post
Share on other sites
Posted

yes, even a cheap $30-$50 ones.

† Christian Member †

For my pertinent links to guides, reviews, and anything similar, go here, and look under the spoiler labeled such. A brief history of Unix and it's relation to OS X by Builder.

 

 

Link to comment
https://linustechtips.com/topic/41097-is-it-worth-it/#findComment-532857
Share on other sites
Link to post
Share on other sites
Posted

Yes, onboard sound isn't really too great.

Which is why you don't get the maximus for it's sound.

If you ever need help with a build, read the following before posting: http://linustechtips.com/main/topic/3061-build-plan-thread-recommendations-please-read-before-posting/
Also, make sure to quote a post or tag a member when replying or else they won't get a notification that you replied to them.

Link to comment
https://linustechtips.com/topic/41097-is-it-worth-it/#findComment-532891
Share on other sites
Link to post
Share on other sites
Posted

The biggest difference imo is the noise floor, not so much sound quality.

Will work for electronic components and parts


Reviews: Meelec CC51P - Monoprice 8323 - Koss Porta Pros  - Shure SRH-440 - Shure SRH-550DJ - Shure SRH-840 - Hifiman He-500 - iBasso D4 - o2 Amplifier  -  SkeletonDac

Link to comment
https://linustechtips.com/topic/41097-is-it-worth-it/#findComment-532900
Share on other sites
Link to post
Share on other sites
Posted
  • Author

Which is why you don't get the maximus for it's sound.

didn't get it for sound, got it cause i needed matx for maximum space in my case for the watercooling stuff :P

                                                                                                                                                                | 5820k+EK supremacy nickel+acetal white 4.5Ghz | X99 Deluxe | Enthoo Luxe | 2x gtx780+komod NV full cover block | Corsair AX1200i | WD blue 500gb |

                                                                                                                                                                                 | Kingston V300 120gb | Samsung 840 Evo 500gb| Bitspower D5 vario+Res combo | primochill advanced LRT tubing (Solid White) |

                                                                                                                                                       | Alphacool Nexxos MONSTA dual 120mm Black Ice nemesis GTX360 triple 120mm | Noctua NF-F12 X4 | Bitspower true silver 1/2ID 3/4 OD compressions (various angles) |

Link to comment
https://linustechtips.com/topic/41097-is-it-worth-it/#findComment-533058
Share on other sites
Link to post
Share on other sites
Posted
  • Author

thanks for the replies

                                                                                                                                                                | 5820k+EK supremacy nickel+acetal white 4.5Ghz | X99 Deluxe | Enthoo Luxe | 2x gtx780+komod NV full cover block | Corsair AX1200i | WD blue 500gb |

                                                                                                                                                                                 | Kingston V300 120gb | Samsung 840 Evo 500gb| Bitspower D5 vario+Res combo | primochill advanced LRT tubing (Solid White) |

                                                                                                                                                       | Alphacool Nexxos MONSTA dual 120mm Black Ice nemesis GTX360 triple 120mm | Noctua NF-F12 X4 | Bitspower true silver 1/2ID 3/4 OD compressions (various angles) |

Link to comment
https://linustechtips.com/topic/41097-is-it-worth-it/#findComment-533063
Share on other sites
Link to post
Share on other sites
Posted

So does it reall make that big a difference going from supreme FX audio to a soundcard? My main usage is gaming i'm no hardcore audiophile.

 

You don't need a soundcard if that's all you care about.

"Pardon my French but this is just about the most ignorant blanket statement I've ever read. And though this is the internet, I'm not even exaggerating."

 

 

Link to comment
https://linustechtips.com/topic/41097-is-it-worth-it/#findComment-534417
Share on other sites
Link to post
Share on other sites
Posted

Unless your on board doesn't get loud enough, you don't need a soundcard. Spend the money on good headphones before you nitpick your source.

PC Build in LTT Gallery - JBL J88 - Fostex T50RP (Modded) - Pioneer SE-A1000 vs audio-technica ATH-AD500X - Skullcandy Aviator  
audio-technica ATH-T400 - CHC Silverado and Laredo - Clip-On Headphone Roundup - Sony LinkBuds

Link to comment
https://linustechtips.com/topic/41097-is-it-worth-it/#findComment-534677
Share on other sites
Link to post
Share on other sites
Posted
  • Author

Unless your on board doesn't get loud enough, you don't need a soundcard. Spend the money on good headphones before you nitpick your source.

i have steelseries flux in ear pros. I think i'd be able to notice a difference if i switched but i'm still not sure if i'm going to yet since it sounds good enough for me atm.

                                                                                                                                                                | 5820k+EK supremacy nickel+acetal white 4.5Ghz | X99 Deluxe | Enthoo Luxe | 2x gtx780+komod NV full cover block | Corsair AX1200i | WD blue 500gb |

                                                                                                                                                                                 | Kingston V300 120gb | Samsung 840 Evo 500gb| Bitspower D5 vario+Res combo | primochill advanced LRT tubing (Solid White) |

                                                                                                                                                       | Alphacool Nexxos MONSTA dual 120mm Black Ice nemesis GTX360 triple 120mm | Noctua NF-F12 X4 | Bitspower true silver 1/2ID 3/4 OD compressions (various angles) |

Link to comment
https://linustechtips.com/topic/41097-is-it-worth-it/#findComment-534838
Share on other sites
Link to post
Share on other sites
Posted

i have steelseries flux in ear pros. I think i'd be able to notice a difference if i switched but i'm still not sure if i'm going to yet since it sounds good enough for me atm.

 

I didn't say you needed good headphones to hear the difference, I said good headphones make a bigger difference than the source.

PC Build in LTT Gallery - JBL J88 - Fostex T50RP (Modded) - Pioneer SE-A1000 vs audio-technica ATH-AD500X - Skullcandy Aviator  
audio-technica ATH-T400 - CHC Silverado and Laredo - Clip-On Headphone Roundup - Sony LinkBuds

Link to comment
https://linustechtips.com/topic/41097-is-it-worth-it/#findComment-535742
Share on other sites
Link to post
Share on other sites
Posted
  • Author

I didn't say you needed good headphones to hear the difference, I said good headphones make a bigger difference than the source.

ah misinterpreted what you meant.

                                                                                                                                                                | 5820k+EK supremacy nickel+acetal white 4.5Ghz | X99 Deluxe | Enthoo Luxe | 2x gtx780+komod NV full cover block | Corsair AX1200i | WD blue 500gb |

                                                                                                                                                                                 | Kingston V300 120gb | Samsung 840 Evo 500gb| Bitspower D5 vario+Res combo | primochill advanced LRT tubing (Solid White) |

                                                                                                                                                       | Alphacool Nexxos MONSTA dual 120mm Black Ice nemesis GTX360 triple 120mm | Noctua NF-F12 X4 | Bitspower true silver 1/2ID 3/4 OD compressions (various angles) |

Link to comment
https://linustechtips.com/topic/41097-is-it-worth-it/#findComment-535765
Share on other sites
Link to post
Share on other sites
Posted

ah misinterpreted what you meant.

 

No probs.

 

 but i'm still not sure if i'm going to yet since it sounds good enough for me atm.

 

My $700 external setup is not $700 better in terms of audio quality (though I do enjoy it for other reasons). If it's good and you don't need other features just stick with on board. ;)

PC Build in LTT Gallery - JBL J88 - Fostex T50RP (Modded) - Pioneer SE-A1000 vs audio-technica ATH-AD500X - Skullcandy Aviator  
audio-technica ATH-T400 - CHC Silverado and Laredo - Clip-On Headphone Roundup - Sony LinkBuds

Link to comment
https://linustechtips.com/topic/41097-is-it-worth-it/#findComment-539864
Share on other sites
Link to post
Share on other sites

Create an account or sign in to comment

You need to be a member in order to leave a comment

Create an account

Sign up for a new account in our community. It's easy!

Register a new account

Sign in

Already have an account? Sign in here.

Sign In Now
 Share
Go to topic listing Audio

×