First post, by Retromangia
Hey everyone,
Just built a new Windows 98' gaming system. I have every part all lined up, except for the sound card. I have a few to choose from, and I'm not sure which one is best for my needs. Since this machine will mostly be used for late DOS era games, as well as early 3dfx Windows games, MIDI sound quality is very important.
Here's what I have at home to choose from:
- SB Live Audigy 2 ZS PCI
- Turtle Beach Vortex 1 PCI
- Ensonic AudioPCI
- BTC 1817DS Opti ISA (anyone know if this is any good?)
I plan on buying a dreamblaster S2 or X2. As for the host sound card, I'm really just looking for something that's very easy to use and highly compatible.
I'll be running most of my games through a Windows 98' Dos window if that makes a difference.
Right now my plan is to use the Vortex 1 card with a S2/X2. This seems like a straight forward, easy way to have great sound.
Just a thought, a lot of people mention the Yamaha Audician 32 plus. I hear this card has built in OPL3 support. My question is, do i really need OPL3 support since I'll be using a dreamblaster DB?
Which card is more compatible, the Yamaha or Turtle Beach A3D?
lastly, does one card produce better sound effects than the other? I believe the Vortex supports SBpro, and Yamaha supports SB16. Would there be any difference in soundFX quality?
i know, too many questions.. but thank you to who ever takes the time to answer.😀
thanks in advance!
- Retro