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Lifer
First off I want to thank all those that recommeded the Swan M200 2.0 speaker system. They sound fantastic! The build is top-notch too. They are huge, but I am able to overlook that one teensy flaw. 😛 I bought some Klipsch ProMedia 2.1 about a year ago that was a refurb deal for $50. I thought they sounded good, but was constantly annoyed by little things. I did not like the boomy sub. Since I primarily listen to music and rarely game/watch movies this got bothersome. I could never turn down the sub enough. Secondly, there was always a scratchy static when adjusting the volume. About three months ago there developed a break-up in the midrange on the left channel. This really made listening to music unenjoyable. Of course this made the boxes sad. 🙁 So, after lots of research I determined that a 2.0 system was in my plans. Unfortunately, Newegg (the only retailer for this model - in the DFW area) was out of stock and could give no time when they might get them back in. 2 1/2 painful months later they were available for order. I've always used Winamp's EQ to taylor the sound to my tastes (or to make up for the speakers short-comings) and I just did not like the sound that it was giving. So, I turned the EQ off and the sound was amazing. Now, if I want a little more treble or bass I just use the knobs on the speakers themselves. I am now able to listen to hours of non-fatigueing music thanks to the recommendations of AT members. Hats off!
Now, with my new speakers I was curious if the new X-Fi sound card would be worth it to me. I rarely game, that is important, just not a priority. I am currently using an Audigy 2ZS and if I can get a good deal on the X-Fi I would consider it, but not if I will notice ZERO difference.
Now, with my new speakers I was curious if the new X-Fi sound card would be worth it to me. I rarely game, that is important, just not a priority. I am currently using an Audigy 2ZS and if I can get a good deal on the X-Fi I would consider it, but not if I will notice ZERO difference.
