Hi Larry, The stumbling block may be the requirement for accessible software along with the device.
I am running a Roland Duo Capture external usb card here. It's easy to set up, it works with the windows mixer, so you don't need preparietory software. There are hard controls on the front pannel, 2 quarter inch jack sockets, with XLR capability. This takes a stereo feed from my mixer, but it might not have enough inputs for you I don't know. A Nice card though. then there is Focusrite's Scarlett range which provides a choice of USB audio interfaces to cater for any scenario. You might need to talk to a local dealer about these, but the advantage is that they have good Mic pre-amps, plus line-in sockets. Sorry this is so sketchy. Joe On Tue, 1 Mar 2016 09:44:20 -0600 Larry Higgins <larryhiggin...@comcast.net> wrote: Listers, I guess that subject line kinda says most of it, but just some clarification. I am looking for some suggestions for a reasonably priced USB sound card without any game audio gimmickry like what I am experiencing with my Realtek card on my Dell, but a pure audio presentation. At present, and most likely for the foreseeable future, I will continue to be using an analog stereo system, so don't need to pay particular attention to HDMI, or anything related to that. Would like to have a card with all the appropriate line inputs and outputs, and with the quality of an audigy, or maybe even better, if that is indeed possible for a good price. And just as a bonus, I would like to be able to access the software that comes with it using Window-Eyes. The only reason I am asking about a USB card is because I don't want to have to install a regular card. However, if my best bet is to just forget USB in favor of some real quality, I would be willing to do so. Of course, I am primarily acquainted with Creative Lab cards, but any other reputable brand would be acceptable. Thanks for any input, Larry -- Joe Paton <j...@vi-ability.demon.co.uk>
