Suggest a soundcard compatible with Linux?

[ChristianTW]

Hello, so I purchased a Soundblaster ZxR back in January and just found out that it doesn't work in Linux. I need Linux for most of the programming work I do and music is definitely necessary for programming. Any advice on purchasing a comparable or better sound card that is compatible?

 

Thanks!

[Nineshadow]

Look here :

http://www.linuxcompatible.org/compatdb/lists/hardware_linux.html

 

Maybe here as well : http://www.linux-sound.org/drivers.html

 

And if you use Ubuntu : http://www.ubuntu.com/certification/catalog/ <- Probably the easiest to navigate

[KaminKevCrew]

You could very easily get a class 1 or class 2 external dac/amp. Linux natively supports class 1 and 2 USB audio devices, so you wouldn't even need to worry about it. Look at something like the schiit fulla, their magni/Modi stack, or an O2/ODAC combo from somewhere like mayflower electronics or jds labs, depending on your budget. Also, if your motherboard has optical out, the SMSL 793-II is what I currently use. All of those will work 100% with your computer, for sure!