first off, to the best of my knowledge, a single stereo jack, or 2 RCA plugs, are not going to carry a full 5.1 signal, as you would then be asking a stereo connection, normally for 2 speakers, to carry a 6 speaker signal, which is what 5.1 is. it needs either 3 stereo jacks, 6 RCA plugs, or a digital connection.
the only thing I can think of that comes reasonably close to what you are looking for, is the logitech z-5500 speaker system. it doesn't have all the ins and outs of a full home cinema amp, but does have 2 digital inputs, an analog input on 3 stereo jacks, and it does have a single stereo jack input, which you could try using, but I personally doubt that you will get full 5.1 through it. a few other points of this system are: 1. the controls and connections, are mounted on a remote wired pod, which is ideal if not a lot of space is available. 2. apart from the sub, the speakers are quite small, but still give a very good sound. and 3. apart from the sub, all other speakers can be stand or wall mounted super easily, thanks to there swiveling stands. it also has a remote control. the only thing I had to say against the system, being a bit of an audiophile, is that it could have been supplied with better quality speaker cable. apart from that, it is a very good system for those who haven't got room for, or who just don't want all the bells and whistles of a full home cinema amp. for example, I got mine after a move gone wrong, when I had to downsize a bit, but still wanted a decent 5.1 sound system for my tv. and like I said, apart from the not very good speaker cable supplied, which I changed, I have got no complaints. hope this helps. Simon ----- Original Message ----- From: "Frank Ventura" <frank.vent...@littlebreezes.com> To: "PC Audio Discussion List" <pc-audio@pc-audio.org> Sent: Saturday, June 30, 2012 3:57 PM Subject: 5.1 stereo amps to connect to a sound card Hi all, can anyone recommend a good 5.1 amplifier to connect to a sound card with ehther a single 1/8 stereo output or preferably two RCA jacks. Nothing with a built in receiver or multiple inputs just a good high quality, high power amplifier to compliment an average sound card. Thanks To unsubscribe from this list, send a blank email to: pc-audio-unsubscr...@pc-audio.org To unsubscribe from this list, send a blank email to: pc-audio-unsubscr...@pc-audio.org
