I understand that SoundBlaster 16 is greatly supported, But I wonder if any of the True Sound Blaster 16's are available in PCI not ISA . Any Ideas? thanks Tony -----Original Message----- From: Anonymous [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]] Sent: Wednesday, March 10, 1999 9:57 AM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED]; Linux-Config Subject: RE: Whats the best supported sound card ? Tony, > I m going to buy a new soundcard. This one is going to be PCI , since > the linux kernel probes the PCI bus really well. I was wondering which > card is best supported. I have a Soundblaster 16 and it seems that every software piece I've encountered supports it. I've also been pleased with its reliability. Its performance has been adequate, though I could use higher resolution on the mixer (256 levels rather than 8 or 16), higher recording resolution (16 bits rather than 12), and bilateral (simultaneous record and play) operation. Be aware that a Soundblaster 16 (and most other "16-bit" cards) actually give you 12 bit resolution. 12 bits is the accepted dynamic range of the human ear, adequate for playing CDs, and generally adequate for anything but precision signal processing. I have been reliably informed that many Soundblaster 16 compatibles aren't compatible so I suggest care. At this time, I recommend the Soundblaster 16, and don't know of a better card. Good luck
