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Getting High-Quality Audio From a PC

Posted by kdawson on from the sounds-like dept.

audiophile writes "Just because it's a PC doesn't mean it can't output good-sounding audio. In the same vein as specialty A/V products, you can find PC-based A/V systems with extensive audio processing and step-up performance specifications, including Signal-to-Noise ratio, which can make a significant difference when using the analog outputs. Media center manufacturer Niveus shares tips for getting high-quality audio from a PC."

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  1. I need more coffee by StarvingSE · · Score: 4, Funny

    Because at first glance I seriously thought that this article was going to be about smoking pot...

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    1. Re:I need more coffee by darkvizier · · Score: 3, Funny

      I need more coffee... because at first glance I seriously thought that this article was going to be about smoking pot...

      Maybe it's not more coffee you need, but less pot?

      Why has my submitted story been marked as "pending" for over 2 weeks now?

      Don't call us, we'll call you.

    2. Re:I need more coffee by enc0der · · Score: 3, Funny

      You're not the only one. I saw it as "Getting High" "Quality music on a PC" I just had the visual of someone staring at Winamp with Milkdrop running and commented "Dude, this sounds AWESOME" :)

  2. Re:Lynx Studio: 200K samples/sec @ 24/bits per sam by Jeremy+Erwin · · Score: 3, Funny

    You can use an assortment of filters that use the ultra high frequencies essentially as a garbage dump. All the errors are placed in the inaudible region.

  3. Re:Audiophiles really are the ultimate suckers by hairykrishna · · Score: 3, Funny
    That's the funniest product description I ever read. It honestly looks like something off the Onion.

    "Better clarity and resolution for video

    Guess I don't need no stinkin' high def TV, it's just my low-quality power cable that is lowering my TV's resolution.

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  4. Re:Nice, just wish I could afford the equipment... by grommit · · Score: 5, Funny

    When you move into your new home, don't forget the Ultra Super Mega Hi-Definition Monster Cables, just $199.99/linear foot! The increased resonances fidelities and resolutions will be well worth it. Also, it's much better to be safe and completely isolate your audio system from the power grid by running it entirely off of car batteries (I buy the batteries that Nascar uses since they're the highest quality). It may seem expensive but it's well worth it. I've spent over $150k on my audio system so far and I can *hear* the difference. Every time I buy a new component that costs 10x what the old component cost, it definitely sounds better.

  5. Re:Nice, just wish I could afford the equipment... by dgatwood · · Score: 5, Funny

    ROTFLMAO. My favorite is the Wooden Volume Knob.

    It's funny. Laugh.

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  6. Re:Nice, just wish I could afford the equipment... by powerpants · · Score: 3, Funny

    The key feature, not mentioned on the webpage, is that these knobs go to 11.

  7. Re:Nice, just wish I could afford the equipment... by chris+mazuc · · Score: 3, Funny
    The point here is the micro vibrations created by the volume pots and knobs find their way into the delicate signal path and cause degradation (Bad vibrations equal bad sound). With the signature knobs micro vibrations from the C37 concept of wood, bronze and the lacquer itself compensate for the volume pots and provide (Good Vibrations) our ear/brain combination like to hear...way better sound!!



    Hahahahahaha, at $485 the only knob is the one buying this kind of product.

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