OK I'm after a decent soundcard to replace my aging X-FI. Have read superb reviews of the STX, and some mixed reviews of the Phoebus (HOCP included).
The Phoebus is newer, with seemingly better driver support, but the STX seems to have better hardware, is it right for what I want?
It's primarily for gaming, I have a dedicated sound-system for music etc so I'm not overly bothered about that side of things. I have a set of Corsair SP2500 speakers, so 5.1/7.1 support isn't a major issue.
I'm tempted to go with the STX, but is it a 'gaming' card?. Should I go with the newer Phoebus, as it seems to be aimed more at gamers?
Budget isn't really an issue. Opinions are welcome though.
The Phoebus is newer, with seemingly better driver support, but the STX seems to have better hardware, is it right for what I want?
It's primarily for gaming, I have a dedicated sound-system for music etc so I'm not overly bothered about that side of things. I have a set of Corsair SP2500 speakers, so 5.1/7.1 support isn't a major issue.
I'm tempted to go with the STX, but is it a 'gaming' card?. Should I go with the newer Phoebus, as it seems to be aimed more at gamers?
Budget isn't really an issue. Opinions are welcome though.