New to windows 7 - poor audio output - help please !!!!!!!!


  1. ZTEK77
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    Windows 7 Professional 64bit
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    New to windows 7 - poor audio output - help please !!!!!!!!


    I have a DELL Precision 390 desktop (64bit) which for many years I was using Win XP Pro and was very happy with that especially the audio playback on windows media was very good for me.

    I recently updated to Win 7 Pro, everything is fine apart from what I suspected was a deterioration in audio playback quality and volume. I find the audio settings limited compared to Win XP with no extensive controls. I am set to 16bit 41khz CD Quality.
    If I set to Studio Quality, are there any advantages / disadvantages ?

    I also download a lot of MP3 audio and burn CD's so I'm not sure if this lack of audio quality is being affected here too ?

    I see these audio codecs on the web which I am reluctant about in respect of unwanted programs being installed etc..

    Therefore can anyone advise a tried and tested codecs/drivers to improve my audio quality ? If so any particular settings I should select ?

    I would appreciate very much for any help and advise please !!!!
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  3. UnclePinkiePie
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    Windows 7 Home Premium x64 bit
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    Easy! Get a new soundcard.
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  4. whs
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    Vista, Windows7, Mint Mate, Zorin, Windows 8
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    That does not sound like a codec problem. You probably have the wrong driver for your soundcard. Chances are that there is no better driver for Windows 7 available, but you can check with the manufacturer of the soundcard.

    If none of that works, get a soundcard that has Windows 7 support.
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  6. ZTEK77
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    Many thanks for the advice given so far. I'm thinking of getting a sound card and I've got my eyes on the Creative Sound Blaster Audigy FX

    Sound Blaster Audigy Fx - 5.1 PCIe Sound Card - Creative Labs (UK)

    Any feedback on anyone who has used this sound card would be much appreciated.
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