Sounds like you don't have a need for ASIO, and was under the assumption it was 'better', which it isn't. Same exact sound and more reliable performance with MME/WDM. When you need ASIO features it is nice to have, but if not it is just putting extra load on the system.

Other things you could check to see if it is causing the ASIO crash-

Shared IRQ on the soundcard
Another program using the soundcard at the same time, or trying to call for it (ASIO is a one-at-a-time driver)
Mismatched bitrates
Card ASIO not unlocked so the host can control it.

There are other possible causes too.
If you can get the job done with MME you'll be saving possible headaches..

I do not work here, but the benefits are still awesome
Make your sound your own!