What cable connection from an integrated soundcard on a computer motherboard?

lovinthehd

lovinthehd

Audioholic Jedi
True, but anything that doesn't would be quite old.
Seems to me shopping for a laptop recently I saw more with hdmi this time than last now that you mention it....but think I still ran across several without. We really could use more info about the computer and it's options....
 
panteragstk

panteragstk

Audioholic Warlord
Seems to me shopping for a laptop recently I saw more with hdmi this time than last now that you mention it....but think I still ran across several without. We really could use more info about the computer and it's options....
Yeah, laptops sure will be different, but desktops usually have HDMI unless it is a very low end system.
 
lovinthehd

lovinthehd

Audioholic Jedi
Yeah, laptops sure will be different, but desktops usually have HDMI unless it is a very low end system.
Wouldn't know, haven't used a desktop except at work and that's been a while :)....and don't think they had HDMI either....we had a cheap IT guy.
 
-Jim-

-Jim-

Audioholic Field Marshall
Absolutely go HDMI if possible. What's the model number of the Computer or Motherboard.
 
its phillip

its phillip

Audioholic Ninja
I'm not sure why, but nobody has suggested simply using HDMI out from the video card or motherboard. That's the easiest connection to use.
The Marantz PM6007 doesn't have an HDMI input.

If they don't already have the Marantz they should just buy an inexpensive but excellent DAC such as a Topping E30 and some powered speakers like the Kali IN-5 :)
 
panteragstk

panteragstk

Audioholic Warlord
The Marantz PM6007 doesn't have an HDMI input.

If they don't already have the Marantz they should just buy an inexpensive but excellent DAC such as a Topping E30 and some powered speakers like the Kali IN-5 :)
I guess now I know why we have a bunch of replies without mentioning HDMI. Good catch.
 
Eppie

Eppie

Audioholic Ninja
The Marantz PM6007 doesn't have an HDMI input.

If they don't already have the Marantz they should just buy an inexpensive but excellent DAC such as a Topping E30 and some powered speakers like the Kali IN-5 :)
That's a good suggestion if the op is just after PC audio and nothing more. The Marantz would offer more input options and bass & treble controls, but a Topping DAC and Kali speakers could sound pretty good.
 
C

CrVMo

Enthusiast
If your motherboard or sound card has an optical out, you could run that into an optical input on the amp (if your amp has one, aka it has a built in DAC or you have some other external dac). If you don't, you could run a stereo to rca cable to an analog input on your amp. In the latter case, you are relying on a "not so great" DAC in your soundcard possibly.

https://www.amazon.com/AmazonBasics-3-5mm-2-Male-Adapter-Stereo/dp/B01D5H8KO2/ref=sr_1_1_sspa?keywords=stereo+to+rca&qid=1639338004&sr=8-1-spons&psc=1&spLa=ZW5jcnlwdGVkUXVhbGlmaWVyPUEzVEhETU5COVo0QkNLJmVuY3J5cHRlZElkPUExMDQ3MjAxMTUwTFY2VkxWOVZBUiZlbmNyeXB0ZWRBZElkPUEwNjk2MDIzMjhWSDQ2MDVMM1NTVSZ3aWRnZXROYW1lPXNwX2F0ZiZhY3Rpb249Y2xpY2tSZWRpcmVjdCZkb05vdExvZ0NsaWNrPXRydWU=
Thanks :)
 
C

CrVMo

Enthusiast
I think @Am_P gave you solid information and a useful link for the proper cable, but it is also very important to know what equipment you are using along the way, because it could make a difference.

The most basic connection is that analog output on your PC. Typically it is a 'green' connection on the computer. But, depending on your computer's motherboard, you may have digital audio outputs available to you (as mentioned).

Here is a quick and basic article that covers some of the basics, with photos, that seems decent.

As stated, it is ALWAYS best practice when asking a question, to actually include the make and model of audio gear in use. For your PC, take a photo with your phone, then post the connections on the back of your computer to the forum so we can see what it is you are actually working with. You will always get more precise answers.

Thanks :)
 
C

CrVMo

Enthusiast



Many as options of course.
Thanks :)
 
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