DECISION: After considerable review of the above and many web searches, I have decided not to use a Sound Card or a separate DAC in my new Hi-FI music system. If I experience less than satisfactory...

Sorry for my delayed response. I was expecting a response like a Sound Card like ASUS XTX or Creative Labs Sound Blaster ZXR will be considerably better than your existing motherboard sound/card. It...

Is there a special computer sound card for best symphonic playback? My Dell VOSTRO 400 has a Realtec ALC888 (7.1 Channel audio) card. I have two JHL (James B. Lansing) speakers – model C34B with 15”...

Again, thanks to all above, I have added Cubase to my list: Ableton, Cubase, Reaper Price of a DAW and special sound library (if needed) is not a major factor. I would like to hear a DAWs playback...

THANKS to all above for your comments and look-ups Abelton and Reaper are now at the top of my search list Would appreciate if more Clasical Symphonic Composers would just list the DAW they are...