i have a laptop that i want to connect to my stereo. when i used a Y adapter (3.5mm to RCA) i get a hiss in the background from the crappy sound card in my laptop. what would be a good cheap external sound card. all i need is RCA (red and white) outputs. i have a Toshiba qosmio g30. I think i would need either a USB or fire wire sound card. suggestions?
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Bowers & Wilkins 683 Speakers
Rotel RB-1090 2 Channel Amp
Rotel RC-1082 Stereo Pre Amp
Rotel RCD-1072 CD Player
Pro-Ject Debut Carbon w/ Ortofon 2M Red (sitting on a piece of slate supported by 3 "solid tech feet of silence" isolation feet)
Rotel RLC-1040 Power Conditioner
Shynyata Research SR-Z1 Power Outlet & Venom 3 Power Cords x 4
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This isn't really a "club rotel" question, you might like to try posting somewhere else.
Either way, a few minuets with google is bound to throw some suggestions. I like the small M-Audio Transit USB adapter.- Mike
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The Rotel RC-1082 has the 'media player' connection. Try that one.Comment
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Agree not really a "Rotel" question ...
I don't think the "Media Player" connection is anything different from normal RCA inputs than front panel and 3.5mm jack convinience.
If you're happy spending the money - try looking at the Devil Sound DAC Cables http://www.devilsound.com/. Very good sound (for the money - $400) and very convenient.
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sorry about posting in the rotel thread. didn't know where to put the questionBowers & Wilkins 683 Speakers
Rotel RB-1090 2 Channel Amp
Rotel RC-1082 Stereo Pre Amp
Rotel RCD-1072 CD Player
Pro-Ject Debut Carbon w/ Ortofon 2M Red (sitting on a piece of slate supported by 3 "solid tech feet of silence" isolation feet)
Rotel RLC-1040 Power Conditioner
Shynyata Research SR-Z1 Power Outlet & Venom 3 Power Cords x 4
Tara Labs RSC Vector 1 Speaker Cables & Interconnects
Pioneer PDP-5070HD 50" Plasma
Playstation 3
Shaw HD PVR
Primacoustic Room TreatmentsComment
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i've heard about the M-Audio unit. have you used this unit? is there any background noise from it?Originally posted by mjbBowers & Wilkins 683 Speakers
Rotel RB-1090 2 Channel Amp
Rotel RC-1082 Stereo Pre Amp
Rotel RCD-1072 CD Player
Pro-Ject Debut Carbon w/ Ortofon 2M Red (sitting on a piece of slate supported by 3 "solid tech feet of silence" isolation feet)
Rotel RLC-1040 Power Conditioner
Shynyata Research SR-Z1 Power Outlet & Venom 3 Power Cords x 4
Tara Labs RSC Vector 1 Speaker Cables & Interconnects
Pioneer PDP-5070HD 50" Plasma
Playstation 3
Shaw HD PVR
Primacoustic Room TreatmentsComment
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Hi
According to the CNET review, your mobile has SPDIF output. I would use that and connect it to what ever you have that can accept such a digital signal. At least try it before you spring for a new sound card on what is effectively an "old" notebook.Comment
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my laptop does have that but only via HDMI. I can use the HDMI while at home, that is no problem. but I do a little amature djing at local parties and need something else. the m audio unit seems to look good.Originally posted by aarsoeBowers & Wilkins 683 Speakers
Rotel RB-1090 2 Channel Amp
Rotel RC-1082 Stereo Pre Amp
Rotel RCD-1072 CD Player
Pro-Ject Debut Carbon w/ Ortofon 2M Red (sitting on a piece of slate supported by 3 "solid tech feet of silence" isolation feet)
Rotel RLC-1040 Power Conditioner
Shynyata Research SR-Z1 Power Outlet & Venom 3 Power Cords x 4
Tara Labs RSC Vector 1 Speaker Cables & Interconnects
Pioneer PDP-5070HD 50" Plasma
Playstation 3
Shaw HD PVR
Primacoustic Room TreatmentsComment
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