Hey Gang,
I was wondering what the communities thoughts are on the growing area of desktop amplifiers replacing dedicated home theatre amplifiers for home theatre personal computer (HTPC) setups?
The reason I am asking is because I am using an HT Omega Claro XT for a soundcard on my pc with desktop amplifiers has always sounded better than my Emotiva pre-amplifier with dedicated 5 channel amp or Yamaha receivers in the past. I currently have 2 two-channel desktop amplifiers from Aiyima and 1 aiyima pro-max (bridged-mono for my center speaker) and an active subwoofer.
Another thing I am thinking about is usinge eARC or something to be able to capture my TV appliciations (Hulu, Disney+, etc.) audio to my pc, and so far there are capture cards that support hdmi 2.1 that can do 5.1 (
https://www.avermedia.com/product-detail/GC553G2), but I would also like to get thoughts on the possibilities with passing sound to my person computer (PC) as well.
Looking for to responses and discussion,
Steve