X-Fi Elite Pro Question

[iDShaDoW]

Getting my hands on some Klipsch Promedia 5.1 Ultras for really cheap and was wondering.

Would a Creative Labs X-Fi Elite Pro be good for these speakers if I don't have the I/O Console unit?

Also, what's the difference between the X-Fi Elite Pro and the X-Fi Titaniums? I don't have a PCIe capable motherboard at the moment but would it be better for me to hold off on a sound card for now until I do get a PCIe motherboard and get a PCIe X-Fi Titanium instead of the PCI X-Fi Elite Pro?

I'm planning to use the setup for gaming/movies/music. None more exclusively than the others.

Thanks for any help.

 

[evongugg]

Welcome to the forums!

Check this review:

http://techreport.com/articles.x/13874/21

http://techreport.com/articles.x/13874/1

Creative cards are usually better for gaming; the difference between them is usually cache size, and slightly better playback or extra audio options. The problem is that some motherboards, especially nforce chipsets, will not work right with the card (major sound distortions).

 

[evongugg]

PCIe vs. PCI

There is no difference in sound quality. Just higher bandwidth to support the card.
The PCIe interface is more modern and I expect it to last longer than legacy PCI.