Just got a new tuner and speakers... got them from a friend as payment when I fixed his computer. Had a 5.1 setup before and this is as well but more power. Also switched from digital coaxial to optical digital and now the satellite speakers come through crystal clear. Running with the onboard 'sound card'... I haven't bought a separate card since they've come with the MB. Can anyone make a case for shelling out the extra cash? I was looking at an M-Audio card at one point, but spent the money on something else.
I'm not an audiophile when it comes to my computer/home theater.... my car is another story altogether. :)