sound card advice

[garytmib]

i would like to set up my computer to play mp3s through my stereo. i assume i would need i card that had rca outputs. i have no idea where to begin. can anyone give me some advice on this? tia
gary

 

[AgaBoogaBoo]

What kind of connection? Does the stereo have optical inputs?

If not, just go to Radio Shack and buy a small adapter from the audio output on the computer to RCA outputs

 

[Burninator]

if you get the right mobo, some have optical ports on them.

I know the IC7-MAX3 has 2 ( cuz i own it I know)

 

[AngryKid]

Yeah, do what AgaBooga said. Go to the Shack and get the phono plug to RCA adapter (and possible and phono extension cord, if necessary). Works like a charm.

 

[tboneuls]

I have done the same thing, so if you need anymore help, PM me. I use a 3.5" stereo headphone style connector to 2 rca jacks to hook up.... im not an audiophile, but an audio card with an optical output would be best... and for conntroling the comp i use a program called snowcrash.. http://www.mp3pirate.com/snowcrash/ it allow you to just have the comp by ur stereo ... no need for a monitor and keyboard and such... very cool. its a winamp plugin... web interface.. check it out. hope some of this helps

 

[fell8]

Wal-mart has the adapter described above, only cheaper and with a 6' cord. Try that one.

 

[randumb]

Dual RCA to 1/8" Converter. That's what I got.

 

[garytmib]

thanks everyone, my stereo only has rca inputs and i do have the adapter, i'll give it a try.
gary

 

[garytmib]

ok, i hooked it up and it sounds terrible, very distorted. any help?
gary

 

[fell8]

Thy a different input on the reciever.

 

[garytmib]

thanks fell8, it worked.
gary