Quote Originally Posted by Steve R Jones
I would spend more money on the speakers than the sound card....

Why not get new speakers first and then see/hear if you "need" a better sound card.
Ok, steve. I'm BASCICALLY going to take your advice. I'm going to get these speaks...
http://www.newegg.com/Product/Produc...82E16836121120

and upgrade a little later. I've spent a bit on the system, and the mobo has 5.1 support, so hey, I'll wait a little and save for the XFI.