I wanted something better than the audio options that where available. Looking around I found the EVGA NU Audio Card. Reviews where good and the quality looked great so I decided to give it a try. As soon as I installed and turned on I noticed an immediate and distinct difference. The pop and noise I would get from my mobo audio was gone was gone in my Vanatoo Transparent One Powered Speakers & MartinLogan Dynamo 300 Subwoofer. In game audio sounds like foot steps became easier to hear and made sounds clearer. The sound was crystal clear with noticeable clarity in the highs and better sounding lows in my desktop speakers, used SPDIF connection. The software could use an animated equalizer, some presets for the EQ and the option to sync RGB with other evga cards. Overall this card is a must buy for anyone looking to improve their in game audio and desktop speakers sound.