Originally Posted by Jim Fogle
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I would love to better understand how a sound card or audio interface will help users that do not record.

If one does not record then one does not need an audio interface. Realtek is fine for just listening regardless of it its a movie, Youtube, TV, Realtracks etc. Having a good set of speakers or near field monitors is another story. Those small computer speakers just don't hack it. YMMV


Whenever I get something stuck in the back of my throat, I dislodge it by drinking a beer.
It's called the Heineken Maneuver.

64 bit Win 10 Pro, the latest BiaB/RB, Roland Octa-Capture audio interface, a ton of software/hardware