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Sound on Linux is the absolute biggest bunch of bullshit ever, closely trailed by sound on computers and sound itself.
Sound on Linux is the absolute biggest bunch of bullshit ever, closely trailed by sound on computers and sound itself.
[[File:Pcm1792a.jpeg|thumb|right|Burr Brown PCM 1792A DAC]]
[[File:Pcm1792a.jpeg|thumb|right|Burr Brown PCM 1792A block diagram]]
==Terminology==
==Terminology==
[[File:Burrbrown1792a.jpeg|right|thumb|Burr Brown PCM 1792A DAC]]
* HDA: Intel High Definition Audio specification
* HDA: Intel High Definition Audio specification
* ELD: [[EDID]]-Like Data. Structured capability data returned by graphics-oriented devices.
* ELD: [[EDID]]-Like Data. Structured capability data returned by graphics-oriented devices.
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* CDDA: CD Digital Audio, 2-channel 44.1k PCM
* CDDA: CD Digital Audio, 2-channel 44.1k PCM
* DAT: Digital Audio Tape, a 48k/44.1k/32k medium using 4mm magnetic tape
* DAT: Digital Audio Tape, a 48k/44.1k/32k medium using 4mm magnetic tape
==Hardware==
==Hardware==
I recommend the [http://www.guru3d.com/article/asus-xonar-essence-st-deluxe-review/ Xonar Essence ST] PCI card, making use of the [[#File:Pcm1792a.pdf|Burr Brown PCM 1792A]] DAC and Cirrus CS5381 ADC, for an in-machine solution.
I recommend the [http://www.guru3d.com/article/asus-xonar-essence-st-deluxe-review/ Xonar Essence ST] PCI card, making use of the [[#File:Pcm1792a.pdf|Burr Brown PCM 1792A]] DAC and Cirrus CS5381 ADC, for an in-machine solution.