ArnoldOrgans wrote:One of our builds had a 1010 LT. When we upgraded the computer we also switched to a Behringer FCA610. There was a noticeable improvement in sound.
Not trying to be a wise guy here and don't want to offend anyone.... I too have a 1010LT and feel it's audio is very good. The only issue I have here with this comparison is when it comes to accurate comparisons I like to start as you do with a stock engine and you add performance parts, then evaluate the outcome, not first change the engine to a higher performance version and then evaluate a certain part in question, that doesn't tell you much about the part you're trying to evaluate. Here an 'upgraded' computer (as in new and better performing?) AND a different soundcard isn't a real fair evaluation as it's like going from a 15 year old car with a smaller engine and 250,000 miles on it to a new Cadillac with the supercharged engine, of course you're going to see an improvement.
I can say this: I went from the same computer with a Sound Blaster card to a 1010LT, was a direct and fair comparison changing just one component, and the sound difference was night and day.
I'd say unless you're actually looking to upgrade to a new and better performing computer that will no longer accept the 1010LT, I think it still holds its ground in audio quality up against the others quite well.
If you're simply looking to improve sound quality and realism, take a closer closer at your routing and audio arrangement layout which can also make a night and day difference.
Marc