Soundcard with optical out

[Tobeman]

I keep thinking about getting myself a set of Logitech Z-5500s, but would really like to make use of the optical input it has (I think, ignore this whole thread if it doesnt ) my current Audigy 2 ZS doesn't have an optical connection. I'm not sure if the new X-Fis will, can someone fill me in here? Also, what are the alternatives? After making the switch to optical on my PS2 I've fallen in love

Cheers,

Tobe

[philb34]

Your audigy has a spdif out?
If so there is hardly any difference between the coax connection and optical,to my ears anyway.

[Dougal]

You can get an Optical to Coax box for £10+

They have no difference really. Same principal behind both

[Tobeman]

Oh wait, now I know why there was such a difference between optical on my PS2 and before I used it.. before I used it I was using SCART and going through the TV speakers, now its hooked upto my pioneer home theatre, heh