Is a usb 2.0 audio interface w/ midi an alternative to buying a better sound card?

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Question by checkeredskaterboy: Is a usb 2.0 audio interface w/ midi an alternative to buying a better sound card?
Like the Emu 0404 USB audio/MIDI interface.

does that act as your sound card, or bypass it or something? or do you still need a powerful sound card?


Best answer:
Answer by MattYes, an audio interface is essentially a powerful soundcard... in a box! I assume you're looking for something to record with?

While it works 'okish' most of the time, USB isn't

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