FireCharge
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Hey,
Currently have an old LG receiver as the input of my 5.1 speaker system in my living room. Thing is - it only has one HDMI output and no HDMI inputs at all (Model is HD304SU-AM).
I would like to mostly use the system with my HTPC, though I'd like the option to once in a while use my cable box with it (that would mean I'd need a receiver with at least 1 HDMI input as my motherboard doesn't have optical and I'm not sure whether the cable box does as well, and then HDMI outputs to the TV).
Question is - should I spend more for a new receiver or just get a 5.1 sound card like the Asus Xonar DSX and connect the speakers through that (solder the ends into 3.5mm connectors).
Note that max height for the card has to be about 7-8cm, that would also mean a low profile card bracket. (Which is why I wanted to go with the DSX)
I have about 250-300USD in local currency to spend on it, can purchase on amazon and such but that'll include shipping and handling costs.
Thanks in advance!
Currently have an old LG receiver as the input of my 5.1 speaker system in my living room. Thing is - it only has one HDMI output and no HDMI inputs at all (Model is HD304SU-AM).
I would like to mostly use the system with my HTPC, though I'd like the option to once in a while use my cable box with it (that would mean I'd need a receiver with at least 1 HDMI input as my motherboard doesn't have optical and I'm not sure whether the cable box does as well, and then HDMI outputs to the TV).
Question is - should I spend more for a new receiver or just get a 5.1 sound card like the Asus Xonar DSX and connect the speakers through that (solder the ends into 3.5mm connectors).
Note that max height for the card has to be about 7-8cm, that would also mean a low profile card bracket. (Which is why I wanted to go with the DSX)
I have about 250-300USD in local currency to spend on it, can purchase on amazon and such but that'll include shipping and handling costs.
Thanks in advance!
