[Machinist125]

Hi everyone this is my first post here I could use a little help. I just built a new PC that my essence ST will not fit into. It is still in my old computer and I have an STXII In my new PC. Can I use my STXII as a pass through device from my old PC And which cable would be best for that optical or RCA? The STX doesn't have the sound quality that I prefer out of the ST. If I can't link and use the STX as a pass-through can I change the op amps from the ST to the STX as an option?
Thank you

 

[PurpleAngel]

So your older Essence ST (PCI), which has after market op-amps (which model?), sounds better than your newer Essence STX II (stock op-amps).

 

[Machinist125]

The ST has the original op amps and sounds beautiful. The STXII has aftermarket op amps. And the sound is too warm, and the bass is not as tight as the ST. And it also came with the original amps.

I got it for $99 used.

 

[Varmintbaby]

Instead of doing that, purchase Burson V5 or V6 op amps for the STX II and you'll be bedazzled at how great that card can sound. I have 3 in mine and it's top tanyer. I haven't changed it in quite a few years for this very reason. It sounds great for gaming and music listening... seriously....

 

[Machinist125]

Instead of doing that, purchase Burson V5 or V6 op amps for the STX II and you'll be bedazzled at how great that card can sound. I have 3 in mine and it's top tanyer. I haven't changed it in quite a few years for this very reason. It sounds great for gaming and music listening... seriously....

Thank you for the answer. I will research the V5 and V6 amps.
Dano

 

[Machinist125]

I'm just trying to reproduce the sound of the ST or get as close as I possibly can to it. Thank you for the help guys