As far as I can tell from my SBLive!, it has no onboard amplifier, so you'll
need to use amplified speakers. Previous sound cards had an amplifier of
around 4W built in so powered speakers were not needed.

> -----Original Message-----
> From: Dave Souza [SMTP:[log in to unmask]]
> Sent: Friday, December 18, 1998 5:46 PM
> Subject:      Re: Sound Card
>
> Mick,
>
> I don't know the SB Live card personally, but speaking generically, you
> may
> wish to ensure that the speakers are connected to the speaker out versus
> the
> line out connector on the card.
>
> Dave
> >I just changed from an ESS 1638 sound card to a Soundblaster Live Value
> >card.. (early prezzy from Santa).
> >
> >The difference in sound clarity & quality is very good.........but
> >i only get about half the volume / power
>
> >TIA ... Mick
> >

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