Direct Recording Without Sound Card
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audio capture w/out "sound card"
It's a USB device that acts/is a sound card -
Creative Sound Blaster Extigy if that ain't the one
then you should really look at that for doin' the job!
It's a USB device that acts/is a sound card -
Creative Sound Blaster Extigy if that ain't the one
then you should really look at that for doin' the job!
dx
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Re: audio capture w/out "sound card"
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The Extigy is a nice little device...despite Creative marketing it. It does quite a bit for its $125 price tag. Now, if only Creative would make it a USB 2.0 device (instead of USB 1.1) as it can be a resource hog, especially during gaming (a Creative device a resource hog...never heard that one beforeNeofirebird said:
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dx
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Ummm, cdorders, richudson specifically asked for a non sound card device for which I'm sure he has a good reason. You did see that, right?!cdorders said:
It seems to me, he wants an external sound card like device that can hook between his stereo and 'puter. Thats why we suggested a USB device as it fills his needs. If there are other devices of this type that you know of, I'm sure richudson would like to know.
cdorders
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Well, you are right, but I mentioned this, in case he is said by anyone that the soundcards do not offer quality while writing from external devices. If he has anyother specific reason (ie a portable PC, or a Desktop that he doesn't want to open the case, then the Extigy and some Roland solution I think, are the only solutions at all. But unfortunately the cost a lot of money
dx
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Yes, good point. But I do not want to put words in his mouth or second guess his reason/s for not choosing an internal sound card. Therefor, I will defer to his answer if he wishes to give one.cdorders said:Well, you are right, but I mentioned this, in case he is said by anyone that the soundcards do not offer quality while writing from external devices. If he has anyother specific reason (ie a portable PC, or a Desktop that he doesn't want to open the case, then the Extigy and some Roland solution I think, are the only solutions at all. But unfortunately the cost a lot of money
I appreciate all of your input. I have a good stereo system, a great many vinyls, a stand alone CD recorder, as well as one in my computer. I'm actually looking for a high degree of versatility as some of my vinyls are scratched, and I also want to be able to copy some old tapes for which I don't have vinyls. Frankly, I'm open to just about any suggestions.
Thanks to all,
Dick
Thanks to all,
Dick
dx
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For versatility the Extigy is very nice. Just plug it into any USB and install the drivers and you are good to go. A good friend has one and I must say I'm impressed (despite it being from Creative). It sounds pretty good, is extreemly versatile (it can easily go from computer to computer), but it will cost you more. Personally I think it should be a USB 2.0 device as this would give it better performance in games. But for audio transfer it is acceptable.
An internal PCI sound card is a better alternative however (as cdorders pointed out). It may not be as versatile as an external device (like the Extigy), but it may (depending on your choice) be cheaper. You will have to open up your computer and have a free PCI slot on it. But it's really not that difficult to do though. You could have it professionaly installed, but this will up the costs. A Turtle Beach Santa Cruz would be an excellent choice for this option. It's probably the most problem free sound card out there (especially under WinXP).
There are better (and more expensive) sound cards out there that will give you better sound quality transfers...much better depending on your budget. These are one's cdorders is referring to. But unless you have a high end sound system you will be wasting your money. How "good" is your system and how much do you want to spend...$50 or $1000 ? Again...this is only if you are willing to put up with an internal solution.
Oh and for the scratches on the records, you will want a good sound editing proggie. More on that later...first you must pick a device.
An internal PCI sound card is a better alternative however (as cdorders pointed out). It may not be as versatile as an external device (like the Extigy), but it may (depending on your choice) be cheaper. You will have to open up your computer and have a free PCI slot on it. But it's really not that difficult to do though. You could have it professionaly installed, but this will up the costs. A Turtle Beach Santa Cruz would be an excellent choice for this option. It's probably the most problem free sound card out there (especially under WinXP).
There are better (and more expensive) sound cards out there that will give you better sound quality transfers...much better depending on your budget. These are one's cdorders is referring to. But unless you have a high end sound system you will be wasting your money. How "good" is your system and how much do you want to spend...$50 or $1000 ? Again...this is only if you are willing to put up with an internal solution.
Oh and for the scratches on the records, you will want a good sound editing proggie. More on that later...first you must pick a device.
cdorders
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