Soundcard query

[Potatoman]

HI, I currently have a Creative soundblaster 5.1 Live card (about �30 from pc world). If i up graded to the Audigy2 model from Creative, would i notice the difference in sound quality. I use 5.1 speakers. Also, would there be a slight boost in performance as i assume my CPU has less work to do? Thanks for your help on this. PM.

[tomd]

The Audigy system requirements are higher, which surely means there will be more strain on the CPU. I have the 5.1 Live! and I have no end of problems with it (lagging, skipping audio, conflicts), and especially getting working drivers off the creative site.

[scrambler]

Unlikely to hear any improvement in sound 'quality' as the PC and 5.1 sound system can hardly be described as Hi-Fi. Plus your hearing would have to be perfect! Stick with what you've got. Buy a DVD emulating software package with the cash?