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    Audio: IDT, Realtek and Analog Devices?

    Discussion in 'Hardware Components and Aftermarket Upgrades' started by monkeynut, Apr 8, 2009.

  1. monkeynut

    monkeynut Notebook Enthusiast

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    Hi there,

    The main codec makers for audio seem to be IDT, Realtek and Analog Devices. What are the audio quality differences between these? I know the crab and Analog Devices seem to have better drivers, but I don't know the differences in sound quality. This isn't a problem thread, it's more a "I wonder" thread.

    Thanks. :)
     
    monkeynut, Apr 8, 2009
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    Realtek is the best because IDT driver support is non-existent. Sound-wise they're pretty close.
     
    JohnnyFlash, Apr 9, 2009
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    Some realtek codecs have problems outputting high volumes. They appear to be sort of "muted" and unable to achieve full volume.
     
    jackluo923, Apr 9, 2009
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  4. monkeynut

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    Really? I have the IDT Control Panel on my Dell Studio and it seems to work... Jack detection can be a bit funky though...
     
    monkeynut, Apr 9, 2009
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    If you did have problems though, you're SOL for a driver update. They make the vender supply the drivers... which rarely if ever happens.
     
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    Seconded, besides most of the time getting any control panel with extra options is oftentimes out of the question, I'm used to the extras my 11 year old HP has :rolleyes:
     
    booboo12, Apr 9, 2009
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