Looking for a sound card better than my onboard sound

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I want to get a cheap but decent sound card that is better than the onboard sound of my XFX 680i LT mobo.

I was looking that Creative card

http://www.newegg.com/Product/Product.aspx?Item=N82E16829102002

Since it is rather old, I dont know if its going to be a huge improvement. Not set on that, just an example and am open to all suggestions.

I am really just looking for a good gaming card for sound and mic, since my onboard is terrible with the mic. I play COD4 and other FPS's.

I nice headset to go with it would be great too if anyone has any ideas.

Would like to keep a headset + sound card around 100 bucks.

Thanks
 
Disclaimer: I hate Creative

I would recommend the ASUS Xonar D1 as a cheap option. Other options include the ASUS Xonar D2/D2x and the Razer Barracuda.

Creative simply has too many driver issues for me to recommend them, period.