riverrat
professional camper
I've been pretty disappointed with my EMU 0404 USB. I've been using it with a digital out from my EMU 0404 PCI card. I notice a lot of floor noise. I have not tried it via USB. It was only $125, but I am looking to get rid of it. Failed experiment.
I've seen a number of good things about the Audiotrak Prodigy HD2. RCA, Optical, and headphone output, and swappable OpAMP sockets for tweaking. Anybody heard this one? I am tempted as its also only $75.
http://www.audiotrak.net/products/prodigyhd2/
dew.
I saw that card too - looks like a great deal.
I'm currently using a DIYEDEN USB DAC to play FLACS through my office system. I got this DAC for a great price, and it is my first foray into the world of PC music servers.
I am unclear on the pros and cons of using a USB DAC vs a card such as the Audiotrak. Perhaps someone could help me learn...