So I got the Xonar D2X and to install it I removed my on-board sound
driver then installed the 3rd party Xonar Unified
Drivers (Not Asus
drivers) and it worked without troubles.
I didnt think there would be much difference since my speakers cost less than $100
The first thing I noticed was the sound is greatly amplified, currently anything above 50% on my speakers control (100% windows control) and the whole apartment can hear my music

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Sound quality enhancement was most noticeable with instrumental music, as the hissing sound is completely eliminated and sounds just seem live.
In-game sound quality increased drastically, no more hissing and more realistic gunshots. Surround sound is beautiful.
I have to say, I am loving this sound card.
Regards,
Hamed