A few questions... soundcards.

[Nix]

Hey, basically I'm looking at investing into a soundcard now. The two cards I'm looking at are:

Creative Sound Blaster X-Fi Fatal1ty FPS Edition - Retail (SC-032-CL)
Creative Sound Blaster X-Fi Elite Pro - Retail (SC-031-CL)

This is mainly due to their controllers and combined spec'.

The first question is: Regarding the Fatal1ty FPS I/O device, the front is black. I currently have a Lian-Li PC-007 case with brushed aluminium in silver and a black I/O would clash horribley. Is it possible to get the I/O in silver or would I be looking at modding a spare bezel?

Secondly, regarding the Elite Pro controller. Would I be able to plug my guitar in via an amp lead? Also, is the possible with either of the controllers?

If I can't plug my guitar in, I won't be interested in either of these cards because I'll have no real need for the controllers/adapters. So which sound card would you recommend me? I use my computer for gaming, music and DVDs.

Cheers.

 

[Cyber Hamster]

Any of the real time dolby cards should be good for music and dvd side of things..
I have a X-Mystique connected to an AMP and some Yamaha speakers. You could also try any of these makes as well, M-Audio & Turtle Beach.
As far as games go I have no problems with sound quality with the setup I have, although creative generally are better for game support and EAX.
It really depends on what you want more

One of the above real time dolby cards might be better for your guitar as well, although Im not sure how you would go about plugging it in.