@NGX Sort of an unorthodox question, but can anybody upload a good rip, at 320kbps MP3 or Flac, of a song with a lot of silent moments in it? u might want 2 try this: HiRes Samples | Design w Sound (registration needed)

what material has been used by asus for emi shielding of the analog section. anyone knows / has any hints - i would appreciate some info in this area

Quote: Originally Posted by finaxe I'll put to the tests my new Xonar Essence STX against the gears of Pompon: SinglePower MPX3 Slam, AudioResearch CD3 MK2, HD650 recabled with Equinox LE... Wait for our review... WOW :-)

Quote: Originally Posted by fzman got the parts to build a linear psu for it, but will try it with pc's psu first, and with the stock op amps just to see what it's like. will you share your experiences? what parts are you going to use?

Quote: Originally Posted by ROBSCIX For those asking about the current draw for the Essence for a linear supply. It is about 20 Watts, usually less. thanks, are you able to divide it between 12v and 5V?

@Brando and @Alydon my intention was not to advocate for any of the two power supply types. i wanted only to point out that noise and vibration generated by fan and output voltage stability should not be the only things taken into consideration when assessing power supply.

Quote: Originally Posted by fzman maybe you could use your clout and connections to find out specific numbers for current draw for both the 12v and 5v lines-- i think there are lots of us who want to buy the card specifically to able to run it via an outboard, high quality linear power...

Quote: Originally Posted by Brando Just get a Seasonic power supply. last time i measured one the 12v was 12.00v right on the money with no fluctuation shown on the multimeter. Plus they're really quiet! with full respect, quiet in what sense? this is a switch mode power supply...

Quote: Originally Posted by ROBSCIX I will see what I can find out As I said though this card has split supplies. I guess you would be talking about using the linear external supply to replace the molex supply? yes, exactly. thats what i am thinking about.

Quote: Originally Posted by finaxe Useful for what purpose? i am thinking about independent, external power supply with some linear characteristic, thats why power specification of the card discussed is of interest to me

Quote: Originally Posted by yehuda Yeah I would think so too. Anyone able to measure total system power consumption with and without the card? yes, that would be very useful to have exact numbers for currrent requirements for 12 and 5 - i am also wondering if the card really...